On this episode, the girlx/womxn discuss the "Main Character Energy" of GOP women, inspired by a new article by former guest Rebecca Traister. Are these tanned and toned patriot babes trying to have their cake and eat it too, or are they secretly spitting it out when no one's watching? What are normie feminists missing about the complexities of the cultural moment, and what is the appeal of guns + long hair? Also: a debate over the meaning of "butch." Finally, they discuss President Trump's interview on the All-In Podcast. Has Trump won the womxn over, or has he failed to close this deal?Special Places require Special Work. Will you be our Special Savior, and support the pod? Links* How Did Republican Women End Up Like This?* Trump on All-In Pod This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit aspecialplace.substack.com

Ibram X. Kendi, a leading voice in anti-racism discourse and societal critique, joins the conversation to dive into the complexities surrounding his recent challenges. The discussion explores whether Kendi was set up to fail and critiques societal norms shaping perceptions of race and anti-racism. The hosts hilariously tackle the 'Instagram boyfriend' phenomenon and its implications on modern relationships. They also unravel the significance of women's hairstyles in cultural identity, questioning what our choices reveal about societal expectations.

Award-winning adult film director, Jacky St. James, shares insights on the porn industry, including tube sites' impact, cancel culture, and AI sexbots. Discussion on responsible consumption and educating kids about pornography. Safety protocols, consent, and challenges in adult film production also explored.

Podcasters discuss the Trump verdict, U.K. banning puberty blockers, and their views on child abuse. They reflect on societal impact post-Trump, immature communication styles of powerful figures, and backlash in academia. The conversation also touches on job prospects in academia, implications of UK NHS banning puberty blockers, and family dynamics in parental discipline.

In this education-centered episode, the womxn first admonish the Officially Brave efforts of a DEI admissions officer who may be behind the shocking downward trajectory of UCLA's medical school. They then contradict themselves to wonder how much education matters anyway. Is our kids learning? Was they ever learning? Finally, Meghan takes us down memory lane (as if she has any other lanes), to a time when documentaries were artsy and good. Was the late Morgan Spurlock of "Supersize Me" fame to blame for trash-activist-documentaries? Or was he simply standing on the supersized shoulders of Michael Moore?Affirm and enable us by becoming a paid subscriber today. LinksHow Racial Preferences, Supposedly Outlawed in California, Have Persisted at UCLA by Aaron SibariumA Theoretical Case Against Education at Astra Codex Ten This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit aspecialplace.substack.com

The podcast discusses a viral Twitter thread on the Texas abortion ban, Martha Nussbaum's ignorance on the global fertility crisis, and the impact of vaguely worded laws on doctors' decision-making in medical practice.

Razib Khan, a problematic geneticist, returns to discuss natalist turf wars, woke women, and the importance of kindness. They explore the clash between trad-caths and techno-degenerates, societal norms in parenting across cultures, and the impact of weight loss on men's hormones. They also touch on controversial views on reproductive technology and gender dynamics in cancel culture.

Another day, another viral video begging for deconstructive interrogation by our heroines. Its central question: can women be trusted to know what they want? (Let alone say it?) Can men be trusted not to take everything literally? Is consent culture bad for the autistic among us, or just Sarah? Speaking of dishonesty, Meghan notices that a much-ballyhooed newcomer to the heterodoxy who is, as the kids/Sarah say, highly (maybe) "suss". Finally, the girls review a shitty list of "shitty zionists", and complain that they're not on it. (Kinda like they weren't invited to the natalist conference.)Become an enabler in our grift (and get access to all episodes) by subscribing below! Links* The viral clip in discussion.* Recent news items about Bumble.* The “Shitty Zionist” list. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit aspecialplace.substack.com

The podcast discusses safety perceptions in encountering bears vs. men in the woods, fear dynamics and gender roles, experiences at Dissident Dialogues, intense debates on Israel and Gaza, navigating gender disparity in leadership, exploring gender differences in shooting skills, and emotional challenges faced by transitioning individuals.

Do all dogs go to heaven? Or just those euthanized by Strong Republican Women? Like Kristi Noem (with a dash of Glennon Doyle?), the girlx/womxn prove they Can Do Hard Things when it feels right. Listeners will be dismayed to discover that what feels right today is agreeing with the overturning of Harvey Weinstein case in New York and poking holes in the witness testimony. Act 3: Women's tears: a discussion. (Again.)Relevant Links* The Guardian on Kristi Noem* JoAnn Wypijewski's 2020 article in The Nation on Weinstein This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit aspecialplace.substack.com