Stuff Mom Never Told You

Dive into the nostalgia of the 90s with a look at the iconic Sister Act films. Explore themes of sisterhood, mentorship, and the transformative power of music. The hosts discuss Dolores’ journey from performer to choir director while highlighting the cultural impact of the films. Join in on conversations about casting choices, controversies, and the emotional resonance of the songs. It's a joyful celebration of community, faith, and the magic of film that leaves listeners humming along.

The power of SMNTY compels you! The genre of religious horror has had a huge impact on not only film, but beliefs, especially around women. We shine a light on some of the big tropes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After some elections in the US, Anney and Samantha chat about some wins and some things to look out for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey returns to wrap up our conversation on New York Comic Con and conventions, especially on progress and areas that need work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're highlighting the important work of Sudanese activist Fahima Hashim.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey, a friend and frequent contributor, dives into the highs and lows of this year's New York Comic Con. He shares his love for conventions and detailed his planning for a three-day cosplay adventure. Joey discusses his experience cosplaying female characters, the vibrant unofficial meetups he helped organize, and the standout costumes he saw. He critiques the rising ticket prices, overcrowding, and the challenges of content creators in crowded areas, calling for better organization and support for fans.

Recent waves of layoffs in the tech industry have disproportionately hurt women. In this classic episode, we look at a few examples and untangle some of the myriad reasons why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A woman moves to a new city, filled with hopes of freedom, but her dream home quickly transforms into a creepy nightmare. Strange occurrences begin with a discolored sink and escalate with a radiator disaster. As decay spreads, she faces rotting pumpkins, moldy treasures, and an infestation that shrinks both her space and spirit. Soon, the apartment overtakes her completely, turning her existence into a bizarre tale of transformation and surrender. Reality blurs with the grotesque, leaving her to confront the rot within.

Just in time for Halloween, Anney and Samantha discuss some lesser discussed horror movie recommendations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is nothing to fear but Fear Street itself. In this killer classic episode, SMNTY slashes through the Fear Street trilogy to talk about witches, love and friendship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.