Stuff Mom Never Told You

Feminist Movie Friday: All Them Witches

02 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha cast a spell with Hocus Pocus and The Witches, and discuss the depiction of witches in children's movies. Is it all truly just a bu...

Female Firsts: Bessie Coleman

30 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Friend of the show Yves shares the story of Bessie Coleman, the first Black American woman to earn a pilot’s license. Learn more about your ad-choi...

Hip Hop and Misogynoir

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist and expert Kiana Fitzgerald stops by to discuss misogynoir in the world of hip hop. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheart...

Monday Mini: Forgiveness

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha revisit forgiveness and what it can look like for women. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comS...

SMNTY Book Club: Come As You Are

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

SMNTY Book Club is back, this time with Emily Nagoski's book Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life. Learn mor...

Monday Mini: Productivity and Performance Guilt

21 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha discuss productivity and job performance guilt during quarantine. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnet...

Activism and Voter Suppression

18 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Melody Bray stops by once again to discuss activism, voting, voter supression, and pizza. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodca...

Women of Color in Civil Service and Nonprofits

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Friend of the show Courtney Jones joins us to discuss what the fields of social work and civil service look like, particularly for women of color. Le...

Monday Mini: Pop Quiz 2!

14 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Pop quiz time! Would you survive a horror movie? What Star Wars character are you? Play along! Quizzes here: https://play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/which...

SMNTY Works From Home

11 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As more of us are working remotely, Anney and Samantha look at what that means for women. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodca...

The Women of the United States Postal Service

09 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Women working for the United States Postal Service have historically been the stuff of legend. Anney and Samantha look at the past and present of the ...

Feminist Movie Friday: A League of Their Own

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney finally redeems herself in Samantha's eyes and watches the 1992 feminist classic A League of Their Own. There is definitely crying in podcasting...

SMNTY Book Club: All You Can Ever Know

02 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Nicole Chung, author of the memoir All You Can Ever Know, joins us to discuss transracial adoption, family and writing. Learn more about your ad-choi...

SMNTY Classics: Abolitionist Heroines

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode, Cristen and Caroline discuss the often unsung women who helped set an enslaved people free, despite tremendous race- and gend...

Monday Mini: Women and Children During Covid

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With school starting back in many places, Anney and Samantha dig into new numbers around women, homeschooling, and working with children during a pand...

Female Firsts: Afong Moy

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For this edition of Female Firsts, Yves brings us the story of Afong Moy, the first known documented Chinese woman in the United States. Learn more a...

Monday Mini: Women in QAnon

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As more and more female politicians who support QAnon make the news, Anney and Samantha discuss women in QAnon. Learn more about your ad-choices at h...

How to be an Activist with AAFC

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Two of the co-leaders of the Asian American Feminist Collective join us to discuss how to advocate and be an activist. Learn more about your ad-choic...

Women in Politics: Part 2

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha round-up female candidates running in current elections in the US and discuss some trends and the state of women in politics. Lear...

Monday Mini: What Is and What Should Be

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha have a conversation around media representation and the messy line between representing reality and keeping the status quo in place...

SMNTY Plays Ball!

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha go to bat for the history of women and girls in America's pastime baseball, including the All-American Girls Professional Baseball ...

Women in Animal Care

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the past few decades, the animal care industry has experienced one of the largest gendered shifts of any field, ever. Anney and Samantha dig into w...

Monday Mini: Writing about Sex

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sex words, why so silly? And a discussion of the complicated nature of writing about sexual assault. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www....

Feminist Movie Friday: Old Guard

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For this Feminist Movie Friday Anney and Samantha discuss the Netflix film The Old Guard, immortality, representation in action and comic book movies,...

There Are No Girls on the Internet with Bridget Todd

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Past host of the show and host of the new podcast There Are No Girls on the Internet Bridget Todd talks about her new show, the danger of not listenin...

Monday Mini: Back to School

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As back to school approaches, Anney and Samantha talk about what that means for teachers, students and parents during a pandemic. Learn more about yo...

Female Firsts: Lucy Hicks Anderson

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this edition of Female Firsts, Yves shares the story of Lucy Hicks Anderson, considered the first trans person to fight for transgender rights in c...

Gender Differences in Autism

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Recent research suggests that autism presents differently in women and girls as opposed to men and boys. Anney and Samantha dig into the research (as ...

Monday Mini: Rejection Tactics

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Or how to reject a guy in 10 ways. Anney and Samantha talk about different methods of letting men down easy, and what they say about our culture. Lea...

SMNTY's Princess is in Another Castle

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Nintendo's Mario franchise is the largest video game franchise of all time. As ruler of the game's fictional Mushroom Kingdom, Princess Peach (or Toad...

SMNTY Book Club: Unapologetic

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of book club, Anney and Samantha discuss Unapologetic: A Black, Queer, And Feminist Mandate for Radical Movements by Charlene Carruth...

Monday Mini: What Stuck?

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As the quarantine stretches on, Anney and Samantha discuss what habits have stuck and which ones have gone out the isolation window. Learn more about...

Violence Against Women Today

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha check in on issues concerning violence against women, from domestic violence during qurantine, online abuse, and sexual assault in ...

What Defunding the Police Looks Like for Women

16 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha talk about what defunding the police means and what it might look like for women. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www....

Monday Mini: Mostly Spoiler Free Review of The Last of Us 2

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney reviews the new video game The Last of Us 2, and talks female revenge, queer representation, and ludonarrative dissonance while Samantha patient...

Sexy Aphrodisiacs?

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Throughout history, pretty much every food has been seen as an aphrodisiac. Anney and Samantha look at some famous examples and dig into the science a...

Queerbaiting 101

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is queerbaiting and why is it so contentious? Anney and Samantha discuss the highly debated term, some of the most prominent examples, the potent...

Monday Mini: Pop Quiz 1!

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha take a break and get to know each other through the most important quizzes. You can find the quizzes we took here: https://play.how...

An Update on #MeToo: July 2020

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A wave of #MeToo allegations has rocked the world of video gaming, wrestling and the entertainment world at large. Anney and Samantha discuss these al...

Feminism and the English Language with Wordslut

01 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Amanda Montell, author of 'Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language', stops by to discuss reclaiming gendered insults, cursing, ...

Monday Mini: Pride Check-in

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As we come to the end of Pride month, Anney and Samantha discuss the Supreme Court ruling on gay rights, asexuality and bonus New York City's updated ...

Female Firsts: Mary Seacole

26 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Time for another Female Firsts! Yves joins us to share the story of Mary Seacole, author of what is considered the first autobiography by a Black woma...

When Women Organize: Part 2

24 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of our look at the power of women organizing, we dig into the Stonewall Riots, the Women's March, #MeToo and Black Lives Matter. Learn more...

Monday Mini: PTSD

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

June is PTSD awareness month. Anney and Samantha discuss what PTSD looks like during a pandemic and protesting. Learn more about your ad-choices at h...

When Women Organize: Part 1

19 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When women organize, they are a force to be reckoned with. From the suffragettes to the women behind the modern Civil Rights movement, we look at the ...

Witchsploitation

17 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Must be the season of the witch. Anney and Samantha look at the intersection of witches and exploitation throughout history and the current cultural m...

Monday Mini: The New Hang Out Etiquette

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the era of social distancing and virtual hanging out, are there rules and ettiquette? Anney and Samantha share there own personal rules and tips fo...

Women, Online Gaming and Covid-19

12 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

During this time of social isolation and stress during the pandemic, more people than ever are turning to online gaming for a vitual space to grieve a...

SMNTY Book Club: White Fragility

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For this month's book club pick, Anney and Samantha unpack Robin DiAngelo's 'White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism'....

Monday Mini: Protesting 101 (Plus Other Ways to Resist)

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For this Monday Mini, here's a primer/refresher on protesting and other ways of resisting. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc...

The Grief of Lost Love

05 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Losing a romantic partner is one of the most traumatic, life-altering events someone can go through. Anney and Samantha talk about the widowhood effec...

Updates: May 2020 Edition

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this update, we cover a wide range of topics like US Women's National Soccer Team, sex dolls in sports stadiums, politics, problematic celebrities,...

Monday Mini: Gender Differences During the Pandemic

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A recent survey found that even though Covid-19 might be deadlier for men, they are less likely to wear masks and observe social distancing. Anney and...

Feminist Movie Friday: The VVitch

29 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this edition of Feminist Movie Friday, Anney and Samantha continue their witch streak with The VVitch. Come and live deliciously with us. Butter no...

SMNTY Book Club: Untamed

27 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This month's book is Glennon Doyle's Untamed. Anney and Samantha delve into themes like love, religion, spirituality, feminism and the taming and unta...

Monday Mini: COVID-19 Guilt

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha open up about pandemic guilt. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener ...

SMNTY Classics: Anxious Women

23 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Why are women twice as likely to experience chronic anxiety? In this classic episode, Cristen and Caroline share their own experiences with long-term ...

May Princess Leia Be With You: Part 2

22 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

No, this is the Princess Leia episode you're looking for. In Part 2 of our deep dive on Princess Leia, we talk about the infamous metal bikini in Retu...

May Princess Leia Be With You: Part 1

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A not so long time ago, in a galaxy not far, far away, two podcasters came together to disucss the feminism of the original badass princess icon, Leia...

Monday Mini: Title IX Update

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha give a rundown on the history of Title IX, what it entails, and what's going on with it now. Learn more about your ad-choices at h...

The Feminism of Affordable Housing

15 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Friend of the show and co-campaign manager of the anti-displacement advocacy group CityRoots ATL Melody Bray joins us to talk about the feminism of ho...

Who Are the Essential Workers?

13 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The majority of essential work during this pandemic is being done by women and specifically women of color. Anney and Samantha delve into the data on ...

Monday Mini: Quarantine Horniness

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From quarantine baes to an increase in porn consumption, horniness seems to be on the rise during this time of isolation. Anney and Samantha look into...

SMNTY Lends an Ear

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are there gender differences in hearing and hearing loss? What about in how we listen and who we listen to? Yes and yes. Give this episode a listen to...

What is Love?

06 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Baby, don't hurt us. Some thoughts, feelings and science at the heart of love. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.c...

Monday Mini: The Benefits of Crying

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Why do we cry? Anney and Samantha dig into tear science, the ugly cry and the benefits of a good sob. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www...

Female Firsts: Jackie Ormes

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Yves joins us from her home studio to share the story of Jackie Ormes, the first black American female cartoonist and creator of beloved (and radical)...

SMNTY Book Club: Whiskey and Ribbons

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this edition of book club, Anney and Samantha delve into the themes of grief and love in Leesa Cross-Smith's Whiskey and Ribbons. Learn more about...

Monday Mini: Abortion and COVID-19

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Legislatures across the country are using the pandemic in attempt to enact more abortion bans. Anney and Samantha discuss some examples and their impl...

Feminist Movie Friday: The Craft

24 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're the weirdos, mister. Anney and Samantha revisit the 1996 cult classic The Craft, and dig into the themes of witches, community and the power and...

Nursing During a Pandemic

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Travel nurse and friend of the show Marissa Hadavi discusses her experiences in nursing through COVID-19. Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/...

Monday Mini: Quarantine Body

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From quarantine fitness routines on social media to articles about looking 'zoom ready', we're still pressuring women to look a certain way even in th...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 10: Comedy and Activism with Chanel Ali

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 9: Women in Tabletop Gaming Development

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 8: Women in Tabletop Gaming

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 6: The Female Revengers: Part 2

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 7: Women of Harry Potter

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 4: Feminist Movie Friday, Mulan Edition

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 5: The Female Revengers: Part 1

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 3: Feminist Movie Friday, First Wives Club Edition

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 1: Feminist Movie Friday, Alien Edition

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

SMNTY Podcast and Chill Playlist, Episode 2: Feminist Movie Friday, A Tale of Two Holiday Superhero Movies

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a feminist discussion on women in entertainment, this is the playlist for you! We dig into topics around women in revenge, movie...

Dealing with Divorce with Laura Wasser

17 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Attorney, author, host of the podcast All's Fair with Laura Wasser, and founder and CEO of the online divorce service It's Over Easy Laura Wasser hers...

Extroverts, Introverts and Ambiverts, Oh My

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha cordially invite you to learn more about the science and social issues around extroverts, introverts and ambiverts, particularly wh...

Monday Mini: How to Survive Quarantine as an Extrovert

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Quarantining and isolation presents a particular challenge for extroverts. Anney the extrovert and Samantha the introvert get personal on how they're ...