Why Smart Women Podcast
Episodes
Bonus Ep: Is it Trauma or Tuesday?
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have we gone too far in labelling everyday emotional reactions as trauma? This thought-provoking episode tackles the complex territory between genuine...
Coleman and the Cult
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The gap between wellness culture and conspiracy theories is smaller than most realize—something Coleman Watts and Daniela discovered firsthand. Thei...
Bonus Ep: Why David didn't pick up
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself furious at a partner who simply can't remember to charge their phone? In this refreshingly honest episode, we dive i...
Doone Roisin talks Dresses Determination and Davos Pt.2
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered why it's so hard to try new things, even when nothing's truly stopping you? This episode dives deep into the psychology of sel...
Bonus Ep: How is Annie like Harrison Ford?
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself in full-blown panic mode despite knowing better? That's exactly what happened when I got trapped in a stairwell afte...
Doone Roisin talks Dresses Determination and Davos Pt.1
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dune Ruchin isn't just another entrepreneur – she's a force of nature redefining what's possible for women in business. In this rivet...
Bonus Ep: Is Annie ‘Burnt Out’ or just annoyed?
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever found yourself seething over a too-small purse or cursing the universe for lost keys? You're not alone. Annie McCubbin's delightful ran...
Is ADHD real or are boys just being boys......
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when ADHD meets anxiety? When your brain seems to work against you? When you accidentally leave your child locked in an office because yo...
Bonus Ep: Been ghosted online? Better listen in….
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been ghosted? That moment when someone you've been talking to simply vanishes without explanation, leaving you wondering what went ...
Are you being gaslit? Pt.2
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when the text messages suddenly stop flowing? When the intense connection you felt begins to fade into sporadic breadcrumbs of attention?...
Bonus Ep: Annie, David and the Chicken Fence
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's the secret to staying happily married for over three decades? According to Annie McCubbin and her husband David, it's certainly not p...
Are you being gaslit? Pt.1
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when love transforms into control? In this eye-opening episode, author Karen Bijkersma joins Annie McCubbin to expose the hidden mechanis...
Why is Annie always right? Pt.2
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt absolutely certain about something, only to discover you were blinded by what you wanted to believe? In this eye-opening exploration of conf...
Why is Annie always right? Pt.1
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The power of confirmation bias lies in its invisibility – we don't even know we're doing it. This cognitive trap shapes everything from ho...
Do the Dead listen? Pt.2
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Susan Gerbic pulls back the curtain on the secretive world of psychics and mediums, revealing the calculated techniques they use to appear supernatura...
Do the Dead listen? Pt.1
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grief makes us vulnerable to manipulation, and no one knows this better than Susan Gerbic, the renowned psychic investigator who joins Annie McCubbin ...
Ghost Busting with Ben Radford. Pt.2
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Radford pulls back the curtain on ghost hunting and psychic phenomena with the perfect blend of skepticism and compassion. We explore the fascinat...
Ghost Busting with Ben Radford. Pt.1
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when our supernatural beliefs influence real-world decisions? Science-based paranormal investigator Ben Radford takes us on a fascinating...
Why getting what you want is a bummer!
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why do we adapt so quickly to the things we once desperately wanted? That shiny new job, relationship, or achievement—even seeing your own book on a...
Spending the week waiting to get your hands on the next drink? Seana Pt.2
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Seana Smith returns to the Why Smart Women podcast with a raw and revealing conversation about her decades-long struggle with alcohol and her transfor...
Down the rabbit hole with Seana Smith Pt.1
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into an inspiring and thought-provoking episode where we unravel one woman's journey from the rabbit holes of conspiracy theories to the cla...
When Tracy met Hamish. Pt.2
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the most intelligent among us could still be deceived by the allure of a charming con artist? Join us for an eye-opening episode featuring Tra...
When Tracy met Hamish. Pt.1
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the most intelligent among us could still be deceived by the allure of a charming con artist? Join us for an eye-opening episode featuring Tra...
What happened to Kat!
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kat McLeod takes us on an incredible journey from skepticism to empowerment as she transforms her asthma management through herbal remedies. At just 2...
Retail calling! Should you pick up?
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Financial anxiety is a common obstacle many women face, often stemming from societal norms and delegation of financial responsibility to male partners...
Gurus and Gratitude diaries. Do they help? Pt.2
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Gurus and Gratitude diaries. Do they help? Pt.1
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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A dogged approach to life and other ideas.
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever tried moving from a spacious family home to a snug apartment without losing your sanity—or your sense of humor? I recently embarked on this ner...
Stuff the ham. Merry Xmas Smart Women.
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Heal me with your rake. Sorry, I mean reiki.
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like a "semi-porcupine" in pursuit of health? Join me, Annie McCubbin, as I share my candid journey from the bewildering maze of a...
When good dogs go bad.
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever found yourself navigating the chaotic yet rewarding world of pet ownership? David and I reminisce about a lively evening at the Beach Eatery in ...
Does David need 8 toothbrushes?
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why we hold onto things even when it's time to move on? Inspired by behavioral economist Dan Ariely, we explore the emotional tangle ...
Uh oh, down the alternative med rabbit hole
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the truth about alternative medicine and its impact on traditional medical practices with Annie McCubbin as your guide. Promising an engaging e...
Think you couldn't end up homeless? Think again.........
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could your financial future be at risk without you even knowing it? Join us on this episode of the Why Smart Women podcast as we unpack the unsettling...
How did we get that so wrong?
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by political noise and media echo chambers? Join me and my husband, David, on the Why Smart Women Podcast as we unravel the emotio...
David, the truck, and the convicted criminal.
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever assume your partner can read your mind? It's a common misstep in relationships, where the illusion of transparency often leads to misunderst...
To divorce or not to divorce? That is the question. Pt.2
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why do intelligent women sometimes remain in unsatisfactory relationships, and why do societal judgments harshly critique divorced women, especially m...
To divorce or not to divorce? That is the question. Pt.1
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered if staying together for the kids is a fairytale or a trap? Join me, Annie McCubbin, as I unravel this complex question with Skye Carmich...
I drove past a hearse and decided I was having a good day.
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our latest chat on the Why Smart Women podcast, my dear friend and mentor, Gai, and I discussed how engaging with our relationships often means bal...
David's affair......with the middle aisle at Aldi.
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if downsizing after 24 years could transform your life in unexpected ways? Join us as my husband, David McCubbin, and I embark on a heartfelt exp...
Do detoxes work? A discussion with Orca Sagittarius.
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to uncover the wildest and most dangerous health advice lurking online? Our latest episode of the Why Smart Women podcast features Orca ...
Think you remember the argument clearly? You don't. Jon Guy Pt.2
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if your beliefs and decisions could be fundamentally transformed by just one book? Meet Jon Guy, who, after 17 years in an American prison, emerg...
What Jon found in jail? Pt.1
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let me introduce Jon Guy, the brilliant mind behind "Think Straight: An Owner's Manual for the Mind." After serving 17 years in a Wyomi...
After the bulletin is over. In conversation with Juanita Phillips.
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week Juanita Phillips, talks life after 22 years at the ABC and balancing the rollercoaster of emotions that accompany major life transitions.We ...
Why smart women get trolled
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for part one of an enlightening conversation with Melanie Trecek-King, Associate Professor of Biology at Massasoit Community College. Melanie ...
Drink wine yet still get fit. Possible?
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if everything you thought you knew about fitness was built on myths? Join me, Annie McCubbin, and my insightful guest, Connor Petterson, owner of...
What's wrong with David?
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever had one of those mornings where everything goes wrong? Sure you have! Picture this: misplaced car keys, an uncooperative groodle, and a frantic s...
What happened to Sara?
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine seeking relief for neck pain and ending up fighting for your life—Sara Bissica’s story is one you won't easily forget. On this episod...
Are you spending too much time on self improvement?
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My guest Ann’s philosophy challenges the sugar-coated advice often fed to women. We talk about how Instagram sets women up to believe unless they’...
Am I too smart to be scammed?
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered why even the smartest women sometimes get scammed? Join me, Annie McCubbin, as I unravel this mystery in our latest episode of The Why S...
Does 'manifesting' work?
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you really attract the perfect life simply by thinking positive thoughts? Join me, Annie McCubbin, as I kick off the inaugural episode of the &quo...