Noelle Crooks, former employee of Rachel Hollis, discusses toxic workplaces led by powerful women, the illusion of fun in social media-driven environments, and the challenges of identifying and recovering from burnout in the digital age.

On this special episode of The Waves, Slate’s Lizzie O’Leary and Alex Sammon talk about Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s legacy and what her death means for Senate Democrats and the whole party going forward.Further Reading: Dianne Feinstein’s Death Instantly Creates Two Big Problems to SolveIf you liked this episode, check out: Why All the First Ladies Want to Be Jackie O.Podcast production by Vic Whitley-Berry and Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Alicia Montgomery and Daisy Rosario.Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to thewaves@slate.com.If you enjoy this show and want to support it, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows. Sign up now at slate.com/thewavesplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s our first Golden Bachelor recap episode! Join Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth and Laura Stassi, host of the Dating While Grey podcast as they unpack Gerry Turner’s journey to find love. They discuss who had the cringiest entrance, whether Gerry is really ready for love (and the drama), and just how ageist some parts of the show are.  Podcast production by Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery.Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to thewaves@slate.com.If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you’ll also be supporting the work we do here on How To!. Sign up now at slate.com/thewavesplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode of The Waves, Host Kat Chow turns to Afghanistan, two years since the chaotic withdrawal of U.S. troops from the country. She speaks with reporter Tanvi Misra, who recently published an article with Politico following a family trapped in immigration limbo at a U.S. embassy in Doha, Qatar. Tanvi also explains how the U.S. immigration process singles out women and marginalized genders.Further reading: They Thought Their Sick Little Girl Would Be Safe in America. Then It Denied Her Family Entry.In Slate Plus: The drama and life of luxury on Prime Video’s Made in Heaven with Host Kat Chow and reporter Tanvi MisraIf you liked this episode, check out: Incompetent Cervix - The Misogynist History Behind Naming The Female BodyPodcast production by Vic Whitley-Berry and Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery.Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to thewaves@slate.com.If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you’ll also be supporting the work we do here on How To!. Sign up now at slate.com/thewavesplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author and science journalist Rachel E. Gross joins host Kat Chow to discuss the misogynist origins of names and diagnoses in the female reproductive system. They explore problematic pregnancy terminology, the impact of bias on naming women's bodies, the shift towards gender-neutral language, the importance of precision in medical terminology, and the sinister history of gynecology, including unethical experimentation on enslaved black women.

A discussion on the sexist tropes present in tabloid coverage of Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas's divorce, focusing on the 'bad mommy' narrative. The hosts explore gender bias in celebrity journalism, analyze the strategic nature of exclusive photos, and discuss the historical reinforcement of traditional notions of blame. They also critique societal expectations of mothers and call for a more nuanced conversation about motherhood.

On this week’s episode of The Waves, it’s rush time! Host Kat Chow is diving deep into the #BamaRush phenomenon that has taken over the internet recently. She’s joined by professor and New York Times columnist Tressie McMillan Cottom to talk about her recent article, “In Alabama, White Tide Rushes On” They dig into the very specific “type” of college student that joins the Alabama sorority, the race and gender implications of the Greek “Machine” and the cuteness of it all. Fighter Reading:Our Aesthetic Categories: Zany, Cute, Interesting by Sianne NgaiHBO documentary Bama Rush (2023) directed by Rachel FleitIn Slate Plus: Unpacking Tressie’s piece The Enduring, Invisible Power of Blond, and all the internet chaos it caused.If you liked this episode, check out: How Drake Betrayed Megan Thee Stallion  Podcast production by Cheyna Roth and Vic Whitley-Berry with editorial oversight by Daisy Rosario and Alicia Montgomery.Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to thewaves@slate.com.If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you’ll also be supporting the work we do here on How To!. Sign up now at slate.com/thewavesplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tamerra Griffin, a freelance sports reporter, joins Scaachi Koul to discuss a forced kiss incident in women's soccer. They analyze the significance of the incident, protests against Luis Rubio, struggles faced by Spanish women footballers, sexism in women's soccer, and moments of solidarity. They also explore power dynamics and the intersection of sports and style, highlighting the influence of Flojo.

It’s the season finale of Max’s Sex and the City sequel, And Just Like That…Cheyna Roth and Daisy Rosario unpack the big last supper, and ponder where the show could possibly go from here.To get the full episode, and lots more Slate Plus bonus content, go to slate.com/thewavesplus to become a Slate Plus member today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast episode discusses the obsession with trans women in America. It explores the ban on trans women in chess competitions, the influence of celebrities on trans issues, and the focus on trans women in anti-trans arguments in sports. The intersectionality of racism and transphobia is also explored, highlighting the pressure on female athletes and the need for collective action and solidarity.