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Stuff Mom Never Told You
Through an intersectional feminist perspective, hosts Anney and Samantha dive into science, history, and culture to make sense of the everyday and unpack the stories that brought us to where we are today. This podcast aims to better understand the challenges facing women and marginalized folks all over the world and highlights the tools we can use to tackle them head on.
Episodes
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Female Firsts: Ethel Waters
Yves shines a spotlight on the fascinating and storied history of entertainer Ethel Waters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Happy Hour #120: Coming Out to Strangers
Still recovering from recording an audiobook, Anney and Samantha share their experiences. Anney discusses the emotions of coming out to strangers. See…
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Feminist Movie Wednesday: Media That Made You Question
Jessica Rabbit. Scully and Mulder. We change things up and discuss the media and characters that made us (and the Internet) question our sexuality. See…
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Feminists Around the World: Munroe Bergdorf
Today we are celebrating trans model, activist, writer and trailblazer Munroe Bergdorf. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Monday Mini: The ABCs of LGBTQ+
Anney breaks down a quick history of all the letters of LGBTQ, and the conversations around the pros and cons of it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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SMNTY Classics: Queer People We Admire
Anney and Samantha share some of their queer icons, discuss the risks of putting icons on pedestals, and Anney talks about coming out in this classic. See…
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SMNTY Classics: Diary of a Queer Kid
In this classic episode, Anney shares her journey of realizing she was queer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Happy Hour #119: Shortcomings (SATC S2 Ep. 15)
In our continuing Sex and the City watch and react podcast, we talk about a wide range of shortcomings and dating (and breaking up with) the family. Anney…
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An Update on the Queer Community
In this already slightly outdated episode, we survey some recent news impacting the queer community, and discuss the poor ways some politicians and companies…
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Feminists Around the World: Mawjoudin
For today’s episode we are talking about a non-profit organization from Tunisia fighting for justice, equity and respect for bodily and sexual rights, the…
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Monday Mini: The Self-Deprecating Episode
Why do we self-deprecate? What does it have to do with women and trauma specifically? Will Anney and Samantha ever be able to attend a party without making a…
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SMNTY Classics: An Ace on Our Sleeve
Anney and Samantha sip some drinks and Anney talks about Pride, being ace, and belonging in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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SMNTY Fiction: Terminus (Chapter 10.1)
Tilda and Madison reach their destination, but not without perils. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Happy Hour #118: You Have a Fanfiction Update!
Anney revives the comment thread on publishing fanfiction, fanart, community and getting out of your own head. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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Google and Abortion Data with Bridget Todd
Nearly a year after the overturning of Roe v Wade, Bridget Todd breaks down Google's public statement that they would delete private data around abortion, and…
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Feminists Around the World: Maya Lin
Today we are talking about Chinese-American activist and artist Maya Lin, and all the work she has done in the world of Human Rights and environmental…
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Monday Mini: When Expressing Your Boundaries Makes You Feel Bad
Many women have difficulty expressing boundaries, us included. We talked about recent steps forward and steps back we've had, and the guilt around all of it…
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SMNTY Classics: The Original Star Wars Trilogy
The Star Wars celebration continues with a look at the original trilogy in this classic. Anney and Samantha use their visual scanning to shine a light on the…
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SMNTY Classics: Mabel Ping-Hua Lee
Yves brings us the fascinating story of Mabel Ping-Hua Lee, the first Chinese woman to get a PhD in economics and a force to be reckoned with in the Suffrage…
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Happy Hour #117: The F*ck Buddy (SATC S2 Ep. 14)
We pick back up with our Sex and the City watch podcast with a discussion on f*ck buddy relationships - how they work and why they fall apart, along with…
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Book Club: Kim Ji-young, Born 1982
Today we're talking about Cho Nam-Joo's international bestseller Kim Ji-young, Born 1982: A Novel. It follows the life of the titular character as she moves…
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Fictional Women Around the World: Bo-Katan Kryze
Bo-Katan Kryze's impact on Mandalorian history, and the Star Wars universe at large, is hard to overstate. We set our sights on her past, her politics, her…
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Monday Mini: Vicarious Embarrassment
After an awkward experience at a high school play, Samantha discusses vicarious embarrassment and how it impacts her. Meanwhile Anney showcases her…
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SMNTY Classics: Sabine Wren
Artist, builder, rebel, Mandalorian and one-time Darksaber wielder. Sabine Wren has gone through several arcs as a character, including reconciling with her…
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Female Firsts: Aurora Reyes
Yves helps us brush up on the history of Aurora Reyes, Mexico's first Mexican woman muralist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Christianity and Marginalized People: Part 6
How does Western Christianity impact views on divorce, especially for women? We dig into some numbers, theories and examples. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Happy Hour #116: What Happens On SMNTY, Stays On SMNTY
Samantha went to an awkward play! Anney went to Vegas! We talk about both, and navigating tricky situations and exes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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Feminists Around the World: Wai Wai Nu
Today we're talking about an activist and advocate who has been working to empower people all over the world, Wai Wai Nu. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Monday Mini: A Checkin on House Ownership
A year after buying a house, Samantha shares an update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SMNTY Classics: Dr. Aphra
In this classic episode, Anney and Samantha dig into the chaotic, queer, morally ambiguous Star Wars answer to Indiana Jones, Dr. Aphra. See…
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Feminist Movie Friday: Strong Girl Bong-soon
In this special Feminist Movie Friday, we're talking about not a movie but a K-Drama called Strong Girl Bong-soon. Join us as we dig into tropes, super powers…
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Happy Hour #115: Games People Play (SATC S2 Ep. 13)
Our Sex and the City watch party continues! Games are played, metaphorically and not! Break ups! Therapy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Christianity and Marginalized People: Part 5
Our ongoing mini-series on marginalized communities and Christianity continues as we delve into how harmful religious ideas play into marriage and family. See…
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Fictional Women Around the World: Fennec Shand
Ming Na Wen's Fennec Shand is a Star Wars fan favorite bounty hunter and assassin. We uncover some of her past. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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Monday Mini: When Men Don't Get It
Sometimes it is hard to put things into words. Anney dishes on her recent and ongoing fridge drama, and what it has to do with gender differences. See…
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SMNTY Classics: May Princess Leia Be With You (Part 2)
No, this is the Princess Leia episode you're looking for. In Part 2 of our classic deep dive on Princess Leia, we talk about the infamous metal bikini in…
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SMNTY Classics: May Princess Leia Be With You (Part 1)
A not so long time ago, in a galaxy not far, far away, two podcasters came together to discuss the feminism of the original badass princess icon, Leia Organa…
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Happy Hour #114: May the Fourth Be With You
In celebration of Star Wars Day, we talk about fandom and some recent big news stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Force is Strong With This Episode
On the eve of Star Wars Day, we present to you a camtono (AKA grab bag AKA an ice cream maker) of Star Wars thoughts and topics, the Light side and Dark Side…
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Feminists Around the World: Cecilia Chung
For today's episode, we're talking about the trans activism and accomplishments of Cecilia Chung. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Monday Mini: Problematic Responses
David Choe's comments about sexual assault are back in the news. We talk about what he's said, actions he's taken or not taken, and the responses from those…
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SMNTY Classics: The Myths of Virginity (Part 2)
In part two at our classic episodes on around the misinformation and disinformation around virginity, Anney and Samantha discuss Western (and particularly…
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Christianity and Marginalized People: Part 4
In our on-going series on the many intersections of Christianity and marginalized communities, we discuss sexual abuse and religion. See…
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Happy Hour #113: La Douleur Exquise! (SATC S2, Ep. 12)
We're back with our Sex and the City watch and react podcast with discussions around pain and power dynamics in relationships. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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SMNTY Fiction: Terminus (Chapter 9)
With threats closing in and the barest hope of a cure, Tilda and Madison leave relative safety for the dark and dangerous night. See omnystudio.com/listener…
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Fictional Women Around the World: Mara Jade (Part 2)
Mara Jade's journey continues! Wedding bells are ringing! Bachelor parties, bachelorette parties, babies, murder. And a hot mess of an enemies to lovers…
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Monday Mini: More Pontificating on AI
As a followup to our recent AI episodes, we share some personal updates and fears. Anney defends her fanfiction honor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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SMNTY Classics: The Myths of Virginity (Part 1)
History has long made a Big Deal out of virginity, and also created a lot of (harmful) myths about it. Anney and Samantha shift through the history…
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Feminist Movie Friday: Boy Meets Girl
For this month's pick, we chat about the 2014 rom-com-drama Boy Meets Girl, and discuss themes around trans folks, sex-positivity and being your true self. See…
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Happy Hour #112: Mistakes and Anxiety
Welcome, enter our anxiety corner where we discuss pressure and making mistakes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Christianity and Marginalized People: Part 3
In the third part of our ever-growing series on religion, we focus on the damages of purity culture, especially in the context of rape culture. See…
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Fictional Women Around the World: Mara Jade (Part 1)
Assassin. Spy. Emperor's Hand. Smuggler. Jedi. In the Legends Universe of Star Wars, Mara Jade was a deadly, competent Force-Sensitive who managed to escape…
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Monday Mini: Feminism, According to AI
What does AI think feminism is? Who does it think we are? We put it to the test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SMNTY Classics: Women and Environmental Activism
When it comes to environmental activism, women have been integral throughout history. In this classic episode, Anney and Samantha discuss the eco-gender gap…
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Book Club: I Hope We Choose Love
For this month's book club, we discuss Kai Cheng Thom's heartfelt and moving work "I Hope We Choose Love: A Trans Girl’s Notes from the End of the World". See…
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Happy Hour #111: Adoption, Identity and Unanswered Questions
Samantha does a check-in on some unanswered questions, updates, changes and challenges around her adoption and identity. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Christianity and Marginalized People: Part 2
As we continue our mini-series on the darkside of religion, especially when it comes to marginalized communities, we discuss religious trauma syndrome and the…
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Feminists Around the World: Miss Major Griffin-Gracy
Today we spotlight activist and icon Miss Major Griffin-Gracy and her leadership in the trans community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Monday Mini: Sex Workers Protest in Amsterdam
Recently, sex workers in Amsterdam protested new regulations they argue discriminate against them. We give a brief overview of what's going on and why they're…
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SMNTY Classics: Can a Woman be the Pope?
Nope! Not right now, at least. Anney and Samantha dig into why that is, and cast their thoughts towards the future and into the past, when there may have been…