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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
- Stuff Mom Never Told You
Spoiled Saturday: Obsession
SMNTY really wishes you'd enjoy this episode about the movie Obsession, but only of your own freewill, no One Wish Willow required. Anney and Samantha break…
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SMNTY Interviews: Mila Atmos
Journalist, writer, executive editor and fellow podcaster Mila Atmos joins us to talk about her podcast Future Hindsight, civic engagement and finding hope…
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Happy Hour #235: Checking In and Finding Joy
In tough times, it can be hard to find joy. We do a check-in, and talk about ways to handle overwhelming issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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SMNTY Classics: The History and Growth of Women's Magazines
Women's magazines have a long legacy of influence that exists to this day. In this classic, we flip through the past of some of how some of the most impactful…
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Activists Around the World: Amal Azzudin
Today we shine a light on the work of Amal Azzudin and the Glasgow Girls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SMNTY Classics: Circe
In this classic, Anney and Samantha delve into Madeline Miller's 2018 novel Circe. Join us for discussion of goddesses, witches, myths and feminism. And…
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SMNTY Classics: Spoiled Saturdays - Across the Spider-Verse
We're back with another spoiler filled Spoiled Saturday with Across the Spider-Verse! You might say it's a canon event. In this classic, we travel the…
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Female Firsts: Hyers Sisters
Yves shines a light on pioneering performers Anna and Emma Hyers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Happy Hour #234: The Gay Panic Defense
While the popular internet slang 'gay panic' is lighthearted, the history of its usage is quite a bit darker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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Book Club: The Babysitters Club Super Special #5, California Girls
SMNTY is California dreamin' and revisiting childhood memories with a super special jet-setting episode with the Babysitters Club. See omnystudio.com/listener…
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Fictional Women Around the World: Ms. Frizzle
It's back to school time, so let's hop on the Magic School Bus and shine a light on the eccentric and extremely fashionable teacher Ms. Frizzle. See…
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SMNTY Classics: Joy Harjo
In this classic, we share some updates on the life and works of Native American activist, poet, musician and artist Joy Harjo. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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SMNTY Classics: The Princess is In Another Castle
The nostalgia fueled Super Mario Brothers movie is a huge financial success, and Anney has some thoughts about it. Now updated with more thoughts about the…
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SMNTY Classics: Can I be a feminist and still enjoy trashy reality TV shows?
Reality TV is a harmless guilty pleasure...or is it? Find out in this classic! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Happy Hour #233: SMNTY Prepares for a Voyage!
As SMNTY prepares for a live show at sea, we test the waters with some ideas about what the listeners what to see. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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Beards and Lavender Dating in the Queer Community
The modern day definition of beards and lavender marriages in the gay community has evolved over the years, from old Hollywood celebrities wanting to keep…
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Activists Around the World: Chanel Porchia-Albert
Today we focus on the advocacy of doula and birth justice activist Chanel Porchia-Albert. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SMNTY Classics: Where did the crazy cat lady stereotype come from?
Why do we associate cats with crazy old ladies? What's the historical relationship between women and cats, and why do popes hate cats? Could bacteria in cat…
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SMNTY Classics Redux: E. Jean Carroll
The fabulous author and journalist E. Jean Carroll joins us to talk about her lawsuits against Donald Trump, her book 'Not my Type: One Woman vs. a President'…
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Disability Organizations (Part 1)
In our continuing look at organizations fighting for our rights in the US, we focus in on disability organizations, starting with the East coast. See…
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Happy Hour #232: The Horror (Movies)
2026 has already been a banner year for horror movies. Anney unpacks why this might be, with a few examples. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
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The Witchy Legend of Cat Nights
According to legend, witches could transform into cats during August but not without risk. Anney and Samantha delve into the history of the connection between…
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Activists Around the World: Segenet Kelemu
Today we delve into the works of Ethiopian scientist, molecular plant pathologist Segenet Kelemu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SMNTY Classics: Dr. Pragati Singh
In this classic, we check back in on Dr. Pragati Singh, health professional and the founder of Indian Aces, the Indian subcontinent's first support group for…
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SMNTY Classics: Soups are for Girls?
Many of us associate soup with comfort and cooler weather. However, soup is not immune to society's determination to gender everything. We dig into the…
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Book Club: Disfigured: On Fairy Tales, Disability, and Making Space
Fairy tales are as old as time, moralistic stories that have influenced our understanding of the world, and not always for the better. Amanda Leduc's 2020…
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Happy Hour #231: SMNTY Welcomes Reema!
Super Producer Reema joins us for a very special get-to-know you happy hour! We ask hard-hitting questions about trees and Sex and the City. See…
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The Changing Conversation about AI Companions
In honor of the release of her audiobook Love at First Prompt, Bridget Todd breaks down the questions we should be asking about the relationships people form…
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Activists Around the World: Luciana Viegas
Black autistic Brazilian activist Luciana Viegas has advocated for the rights and protections of people with disabilities and Black folks in Brazil for many…
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What is Perimenopause and Can We Make it Easier?
Perimenopause has long been misunderstood and understood, but new research indicates it impacts health in a multitude of ways. Anney and Samantha shift through…
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SMNTY Classics: Savoring Savor
Take a jaunt down memory lane with us as Anney reflects on the anniversary of becoming a podcast host in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Female Firsts: Bertha Parker Cody
Yves uncovers the many layers of Indigenous archaeologist (and actress) Bertha Parker Cody. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Happy Hour #230: The (Queer) Miscommunication Trope
Miscommunication is a trope as old as time. SMNTY definitely understands exactly what it means. Totally on the same page. We talk about why some people are…
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SMNTY Classics: Hyper Independence
What is hyper independence? What does it have to do with women, trauma and relationships? We explain in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Fictional Women Around the World: Norma Khan
The autistic, bisexual Pakistani character Norma Khan from Dead End: Paranormal Park, resonated with a lot of people, and led the creator to get his own…
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SMNTY Classics: Women, Taxes and Tariffs
With Tax day behind us and the onslaught of tariffs in the US, Anney and Samantha dig into sexism embedded in the tax code, pink taxes and pink tariffs in this…
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SMNTY Classics: Toph Beifong
Toph Beifong is a fan favorite character from the award winning shows Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra. First introduced as a twelve-year-old…
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Feminist Movie Friday: Inside Out 2
The 2024 animated film Inside Out 2 tackled topics of puberty, anxiety and mental health. From SMNTY headquarters, Anney and Samantha unbox their emotions…
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Happy Hour #229: Why Adulting Feels Different
For many these days, adulting doesn't necessarily translate to feeling like an adult. Anney and Samantha chat about why that is, and the pros and cons. See…
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What is Codependency?
Codependency is a complicated, controversial topic that no one quite agrees upon. Anney and Samantha unpack why this is such a complex issue and how the…
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Activists Around the World: Jen White-Johnson
Today we showcase the works of disabled, neurodivergent, Afro-Latina activist and artist Jen White-Johnson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SMNTY Classics: Crip Camp
In this classic, we talk about the award-winning 2020 documentary Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution is a moving, open and personal take on the determination…
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SMNTY Classics: A Brief History of Women and the ADA
Women have long been leaders in the disability rights movement, and were the driving force in getting the Americans with Disabilities Act passed. In this…
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Organizations to Know: Part 4
We wrap up our look at LGBTQ+ organizations in the US with the west coast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Happy Hour #228: Dungeons and Dragons and Disability
The history of disability representation hasn't been great, but thanks to creations and calls from players, it is improving! See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Disability Pride 2026!
This Disability Pride, Anney and Samantha check in on some of the big conversations happening now, and how they are reminders of why intersectionality is so…
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Activists Around the World: Wanda Diaz Merced
Today we cover the journey and works of astronomer and scientist Wanda Diaz Merced. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SMNTY Classics: Disability Pride and Women
As we enter Disability Pride month, we check in with some stats about the intersection of women and disability in this classic. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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SMNTY Classics: Demystifying Disability
Emily Ladau's award-winning book Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally breaks down terminology, history and allyship around…
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Listener Mail: July 2026
Anney and Samantha once again dig into the virtual mail bag to share stories, thoughts, recommendations and advice from our listeners. See…
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Happy Hour #227: SMNTY's All Aboard on Trains
Samantha shares her train of thought about trains, and plans a future train trip. Bonus discussion of train stations around the world. See…
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Organizations to Know: Part 3
Anney and Samantha continue their ongoing series on LGBTQ+ organizations across the United States, this time highlighting some of what the Mountain States have…
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Activists Around the World: Ruby Allegra
Today we share the art and advocacy of queer disability activist Ruby Allegra. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SMNTY Classics: The Feminist Five
We dig into feminism in China, and the advocacy of China's Feminist Five in this classic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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SMNTY Classics: Mother
The term 'mother' has blown up on the internet, but it has a much longer history rooted in queer communities of color. In this classic episode, we trace the…
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How Police Are Using Flock Cameras to Track Women and Erase State Lines
Bridget Todd breaks down the proliferation of Flock cameras and how they're used to stalk women and hurt marginalized communities by law enforcement. See…
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Happy Hour #226: Obsession
The new movie Obsession has people talking, including Anney. We chat about framing, audience reactions and why it's important. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Female Firsts: Karimeh Abbud
Yves frames up the story of the first professional woman Palestinian photographer, Karimeh Abbud. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Activists Around the World: Katherine Paul
Today we're spotlighting the work of Katherine Paul, also known as Black Belt Eagle Scout, an indigenous, queer musician. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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SMNTY Classics: More Gay Animals?!?!
In a follow-up to our recent episode about the conservative fear-mongering around gay behavior in animals, we read some notes from listeners about the topic in…