Stuff Mom Never Told You

SMNTY Classics: Anne of Green Gables

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode, SMNTY searches for bosom buddies and kindred spirits with the beloved 1985 series Anne of Green Gables.See omnystudio.com/lis...

Female Firsts: Lena Richard

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Yves joins us to dish on the trailblazing accomplishments of Black cook Lena Richard. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Hour #182: Pre-Con

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year again: Anney is off to Dragon Con. We chat about some anxieties, some hopes, and cosplay predictions.See omnystudio.com/listene...

SMNTY Interviews: E. Jean Carroll

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 Pr...

Fictional Women Around the World: Astrid Hofferson

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the universe of How to Train Your Dragon, Astrid Hofferson is strong, competitive, brave and capable of growth. We saddle up and dig into her chara...

Monday Mini: Fandom and Obsession

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

While fandom can provide community and so much more, it can also lead to unhealthy parasocial relationships. And even when healthy, girls are often de...

SMNTY Classics: Women in Modern Medicine

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Whether it's pioneering vaccines or new technologies, women have made a significant impact in the medical field and our lives at large. In this classi...

SMNTY Fiction: Terminus, Part 3 (Chapter 4)

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the penultimate chapter, Tilda confronts the people who took her son and tries to get him back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Hour #181: Embracing Childhood Too Late?

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When is too late to start enjoying 'childish' things, especially if you didn't get to enjoy them in your childhood? Samantha and Anney chat about some...

Feminist Movie Wednesday: The Last Unicorn

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This 1982 animated film - and a fave of Anney's as a kid - was often labeled an 'Anti-Disney' cartoon, and rightly so. The plot follows a unicorn sear...

Feminists Around the World: Veronica Gago

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we highlight some of the many works and activism of Veronica Gago, how intersectionality plays into it all, and what we can learn.See omnystudio...

Monday Mini: What's Going on With the Tea Dating App?

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tea Dating Advice App is an app aimed only towards women that has caused a lot of legal conversations and anger amongst men. We talk the legalities, t...

SMNTY Classics: SMNTY Builds a Community

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Women-run communes hold a certain appeal for a lot of us for many reasons. We uncover the history of women led and women-only communities, and pontifi...

Are Virginity and Purity Cultures Making a Comeback?

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Several recent headlines have reported that Gen Z is having less sex than previous generations. The reasons are complicated and numerous. We untangle ...

Happy Hour #180: Tuning in to PBS

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As federal funding for public media is stripped away, Anney and Samantha share fond memories of watching and listening to public stations.See omnystud...

Book Club: Just As Long As We're Together

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This 1987 Judy Blume classic captures the changing times of girlhood, adolescence and friends. Anney and Samantha swap memories of friendship and grow...

Feminists Around the World: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Recently, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists rejected federal funding in response to the current US administration's polices. We ...

Monday Mini: The Legend of the Subaru

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The brand Subaru has a well-known reputation as being for Lesbians. This was part of a purposeful marketing decision, backed with actual support. We g...

SMNTY Classics: Bored with Boardgame Sexism

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Several months ago, a discussion around sexism in the realm of table top gaming garnered a lot of attention. In this classic, we go over what happened...

Pregnancy and AI

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As AI tech continues to evolve, so does its uses and impacts on our lives. Bridget Todd joins us to delve into the reasons women are turning to AI whe...

Happy Hour #179: Gardening, Part 2

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Samantha gives us another update on her garden's progress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Female Firsts: Sylvia Rideoutt Bishop

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friend of the show Yves Jeffcoat stops by to shine a light on the story of Sylvia Rideoutt Bishop, America's first Black woman horse trainer.See omnys...

Feminists Around the World: Organizations for Disability Rights

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As Disability Pride month wraps up, we highlight some disability rights organizations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday Mini: Disability Pride 2025

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we close out Disability Pride 2025, we summarize some of the things we need to keep an eye on here in the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

SMNTY Classics: Sexism in Survival Situation (Movies)

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Disaster and survival movies don't have the best track record when it comes to their treatment of women. From who deserves to die, consumption of fema...

Feminist Movie Friday: Patrice

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The 2024 documentary rom-com Patrice: The Movie showcased beautiful relationships and the ways systems get in the way of them when it comes to people ...

Happy Hour #178: Speaking Out About Public Speaking

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With an upcoming public speaking event, Anney and Samantha discuss gender differences in public speaking and theories behind why they exist.See omnyst...

SMNTY Classics: Marriage and Disability

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the US, there is something often called a 'marriage penalty' for people with disabilities. We dig into the very complicated and often heartbreaking...

Feminists Around the World: Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anney and Samantha sing the praises of Ava Xiao-Lin Rigelhaupt, who has done groundbreaking work in the theater world.See omnystudio.com/listener for ...

Monday Mini: The Benefits of Pet Ownership

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Recent research suggests that pets ownership provide many benefits, including some that may be specific to women. We dig into it.See omnystudio.com/li...

SMNTY Classics: Car Troubles?

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For a long time, car troubles has been both a pickup line used by men, and a way to gatekeep women. Is that still the case? We discuss in this classic...

The Lasting Legacy Of Lois Lane

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's a bird, it's a plane, no it's journalist Lois Lane, winning Pulitzer Prizes and exposing the evils of the world with guts, smarts and determinati...

Happy Hour #177: A Call for Board Games

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Board games can reveal a lot about someone. They can also be great ways to bring people together. Anney and Samantha calls on the SMNTY fam for recomm...

Book Club: Demystifying Disability

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 allysh...

Fictional Women Around the World: Charlie Cale

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Human bullsh*t detector Charlie Cale is curious, kind and an absolute trouble magnet, finding herself solving multiple murders. We try to solve the tr...

Monday Mini: The Messy World of Weight Loss Advertising

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For a variety of reasons, there has been an absolute avalanche of ads for weight loss focused GLP-1s. However, a lot of them are not vetted and make a...

SMNTY Classics: Gynecology and Gender

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Going to the gynecologist can be a vulnerable experience, and can really hinge on the gynecologist. We talk about some gendered differences and prefer...

The Curse of Cassandra

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Greek mythology, Cassandra was a woman gifted, and then cursed, with foresight. Despite warning everyone about the tragedies to come, she was ignor...

Happy Hour #176: Accepting Help

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Asking for help is one thing. What about accepting it? Where is the line when it comes to asking too much?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

SMNTY Interviews: Hillary McBride

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Registered psychologist, writer, researcher and podcast host Dr. Hillary McBride has done so much work and research in the field of therapy and how pe...

Feminists Around the World: Christine Kandie

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're highlighting the work of indigenous and disability activist Christine Kandie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday Mini: Anti-Trans Laws in the State of Georgia

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Several laws just went into effect in Georgia, including the anti-trans Riley Gaines Act. We go over what it entails, and the future implications.See ...

SMNTY Classics: Dr. TikTok

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

More and more people are learning about mental health - and maybe self-diagnosing - on TikTok. We dig into the good and the bad of that in this classi...

SMNTY Fiction: Terminus, Part 3 (Chapter 4)

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tilda confronts someone from her past who places his faith in her, and gives her the tools to save her son.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Happy Hour #175: Gardening and Health

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Samantha has started a garden. She delves into the benefits and rewards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's Up with WhatsApp and Privacy?

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bridget Todd joins us to discuss the truth about recent privacy claims from apps like WhatsApp - now owned by Meta - and other apps in a landscape whe...

Feminists Around the World: Lori Long

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're highlighting the Marriage Equality for Disabled Adults Act, inspired by Lori Long.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday Mini: 2025 Pride Wrap-Up

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we come to the end of Pride 2025, we go over some of the fights we're fighting, conversations we're having and the hope we're holding onto.See omny...

What Does it Mean to Be Non-Binary?

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friend of the show Joey gives us a rundown on the wide array of experiences and histories that encompass identifying as non-binary.See omnystudio.com/...

Female Firsts: Yaa Asantewaa

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Yaa Asantewaa has a storied history of leadership and fighting for her beliefs. Yves sheds light on her life and accomplishments.See omnystudio.com/li...

Happy Hour #174: You're Too Young

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Recent experiences with the healthcare industry have Anney and Samantha discussing some of the odder things that came up.See omnystudio.com/listener f...

SMNTY Classics: The First Lady of the Internet

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic, Bridget Todd shines a light on the Lenna image, an image that became foundational to the internet and has an enduring legacy. The sto...

Feminists Around the World: Even More LGBTQ+ Organizations

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of Pride month, we highlight more LGBTQ+ organizations doing important work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday Mini: The Male Loneliness Epidemic

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's been a lot of talk about what has been labeled the Male Loneliness Epidemic. But what is it? Are there gendered differences in loneliness?See ...

SMNTY Classics: Making Space for Being Ace

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After somewhat of a second public coming out, Anney offers some basics about asexuality, and discusses some of the biggest misconceptions around it in...

Feminist Movie Friday: The Watermelon Woman

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When it came out in 1996, Cheryl Dunye's film The Watermelon Woman was a first in many ways, and stirred up controversy and conversation. We talk inte...

Happy Hour #173: The Introvert Activist

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does activism look like for an introvert? Samantha digs into it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Book Club: The Sapling Cage

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This month's book club pick is friend of the show Margaret Killjoy's high fantasy novel The Sapling Cage. The story follows trans teenage witch Lorel ...

Fictional Women Around the World: Peridot

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The animated show Steven Universe is a story of acceptance, growth and love. It was also very, very queer. Peridot's journey from antagonist to anti-h...

Monday Mini: Pride 2025

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With Pride 2025, officially underway, companies are withdrawing support from Pride events left and right in response to the administration's hostility...

SMNTY Classics: The Life of Lynn Conway

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode, Bridget joins us once again to discuss the overlooked contributions Lynn Conway made to the tech world, and how transphobia a...

SMNTY Interviews: Raquel Willis

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Award-winning activist, writer and podcaster Raquel Willis joins us once again to talk about trans rights, radical defiance and tackling the history a...

Happy Hour #172: Anney Goes to the ER!

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A recent health incident sent Anney to the ER. Here are some of her thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Last of Us Season 2 Wrap-Up Episode

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Now that season 2 of The Last of Us is over, we do a recap of some thoughts, feelings and the backlash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Feminists Around the World: Yasmin Benoit

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're celebrating the story and activism around asexuality of Yasmin Benoit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday Mini: Women and Telehealth

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Telehealth has exploded in the past few years as an accessible option for healthcare access. There are pitfalls, however. We talk about the good, the ...

SMNTY Classics: A Brief History of the Bob

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to celebrities, the bob haircut took the 1920s by storm. Anney and Samantha dish on the trend (and controversy) that shook the fashion world in...

SMNTY Classics: Contessa Valentina Allegra de Fontaine

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Don't call her Val. In this classic episode, we uncover the mysterious past and murky future of the Marvel character Valentina Allegra de Fontaine.See...

Happy Hour #171: We're Halfway There

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we cross the halfway point of 2025, Anney and Samantha check in with some ups and downs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Sean “Diddy” Combs Trial

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bridget Todd shines some light on the trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, the common tropes used against women that are playing out online in ter...

Feminists Around the World: Andrea Jenkins

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we celebrate the work of Andrea Jenkins, the first Black openly trans woman elected in public office in the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

SMNTY Classics: SMNTY In Conversation with Margaret Killjoy

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friend of the show Margaret Killjoy joins us to dive into all facets of intersectional feminism and why it is for everyone in this classic episode.See...

The Last of Us Part 2 Special: Episode 7

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Convergence. In the finale of our Last of Us season two reaction series, Anney and Samantha break down a heartbreaking and shocking episode that culmi...

Book Club: Hello, Universe

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Erin Entrada Kelly's 2017 novel Hello, Universe is a fantastical young adult coming-of-age story that largely takes place over one fateful summer days...

Happy Hour #170: The Night After

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After all the excitement of something you're anticipating is over, how do you feel?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY Classics: Mon Mothma

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mon Mothma is at the heart of the Alliance against the Empire in the Star Wars Universe. Her pragmatism and determination steered the fate of the gala...

Feminists Around the World: AAPI Organizations to Know

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we close out AAPI month 2025, we highlight some relevant organizations doing amazing work in that realm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

SMNTY Classics: Fictional Women Around the World - Marlene

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the post-apocalyptic world of The Last of Us, Marlene fought to find a vaccine, while also looking over her best friend's daughter Ellie from afar....

The Last of Us Part 2 Special: Episode 6

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Price. How did the relationship between Ellie and Joel deteriorate so severely? And what is the price Joel was willing to pay to keep it, and what...

Feminist Movie Friday: A Tale of Two Sisters

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ghosts, mental health, sisterhood, trauma and evil stepmothers all bring a Korean folklore to life in the horror movie 'A Tale of Two Sisters'. S...

Happy Hour #169: SMNTY Snacks

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eating and snacking compatibility can compliment or chafe against those in our lives. We talk about snacking habits.See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

SMNTY Classics: Uncovering the Names of History’s Lost Women

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Olivia of the women's history podcast What'sHerName joins us to discuss two fascinating women you might never have heard of, Harriet Jacobs and Nur Ja...

Fictional Women Around the World: Morgan Elsbeth

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Morgan Elsbeth of the Star Wars Universe is a determined, fearsome woman, determined to avenge her people (and herself) against many wrongs, but in do...

Monday Mini: Women and Sleep

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do women need more sleep? If so, why? Or does it have to do with more outside factors? We dig into some new research.See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

The Last of Us Part 2 Special: Episode 5

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Feel Her Love. The quest for revenge gets violent. The Infected grow more dangerous. Someone from the past returns.See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Female Firsts: Hariette Shelton Dover

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hariette Shelton Dover had the foresight and dedication to preserving the language and traditions of her people. Yves stops by to share her story.See ...

Happy Hour #168: SMNTY Dreams a Dream

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A recent study shed (a little) light on the science behind lucid dreaming and dream logic. Anney and Samantha trade experiences.See omnystudio.com/lis...

SMNTY Classics: The Female Revengers (Part 2)

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The female revenge movies strike back! In part two of our classic look in women and revenge, we look into our more modern genre of female vengeance.Se...

Feminists Around the World: Terisa Siagatonu

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're celebrating the works of artist, an educator and a community leader Terisa Siagatonu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday Mini: The UK Supreme Court's Ruling on Women

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A recent ruling from the UK Supreme Court on the definition of women is a blow for trans rights, and has major, and confusing, implications.See omnyst...

The Last of Us Part 2 Special: Episode 4

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Day One. As Ellie and Dina enter Seattle in their hunt for Abby, they encounter Wolves and Infected, secrets are revealed, and they grow closer. Meanw...

Covid, Pregnancy and Post Partum Mental Health

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

While we have come a long way in destigmatizing the conversation around pregnancy and mental health, now we need to start talking about solutions. Ann...

Happy Hour #167: Concerned and Confused

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Health concerns can lead people to try all sorts of things, some of them less than vetted. Samantha and Anney talk about the pitfalls and complexities...

SMNTY Classics: The Female Revengers (Part 1)

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In part one of this classic deep dive on female revenge, Anney and Samantha dig into the science behind revenge and discuss famous historical examples...

Feminists Around the World: Han Kang

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're celebrating the accomplishments of South Korean author Han Kang, who made history in 2024 when she won the Nobel Peace Prize for Literatur...

Monday Mini: Boomer Women and the Manosphere

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's been a lot of discussion in recent times around young people and the manosphere. But what about how it is impacting older generations, especia...

The Last of Us Part 2 Special: Episode 3

03 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Path. In the aftermath of Jackson being devastated and the death of a beloved character, Ellie sets her sights on getting justice. Council meeting...

SMNTY Classics: The Importance of Feminist Works

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this classic episode, the SMNTY team announces the mysterious project we've been working on (spoiler alert, it's a book), while discussing the impo...

Happy Hour #166: This is the May

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's the most nerdiest time of the year! May is the month of many Star Wars based celebrations and anniversaries, some more official than others. We k...

The Radical Extremist Ideology of Evie Magazine

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the face of it, Evie magazine appears to be a publication aimed towards women focusing on things like relationships and pop culture. However, diggi...