

Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Through an intersectional feminist perspective, hosts Anney and Samantha dive into science, history, and culture to make sense of the everyday and unpack the stories that brought us to where we are today. This podcast aims to better understand the challenges facing women and marginalized folks all over the world and highlights the tools we can use to tackle them head on.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 20min
Fictional Women Around the World: Peridot
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-hero showcased the power of friendship and opening yourself up to learning and change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 16, 2025 • 10min
Monday Mini: Pride 2025
With Pride 2025, officially underway, companies are withdrawing support from Pride events left and right in response to the administration's hostility to DEI and the LGBTQ+ community. This has reignited a long running conversation about corporate participation in Pride in the first place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 14, 2025 • 45min
SMNTY Classics: The Life of Lynn Conway
In this classic episode, Bridget joins us once again to discuss the overlooked contributions Lynn Conway made to the tech world, and how transphobia almost erased them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 13, 2025 • 55min
SMNTY Interviews: Raquel Willis
Award-winning activist, writer and podcaster Raquel Willis joins us once again to talk about trans rights, radical defiance and tackling the history and complexity of Marsha P. Johnson in the second season of the podcast Afterlives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 12, 2025 • 12min
Happy Hour #172: Anney Goes to the ER!
A recent health incident sent Anney to the ER. Here are some of her thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 11, 2025 • 54min
The Last of Us Season 2 Wrap-Up Episode
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 information.

Jun 10, 2025 • 9min
Feminists Around the World: Yasmin Benoit
Today we're celebrating the story and activism around asexuality of Yasmin Benoit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 9, 2025 • 19min
Monday Mini: Women and Telehealth
Telehealth is reshaping healthcare access, especially for women. The discussion highlights personal experiences with virtual consultations, revealing both improvements and challenges. There's a focus on prenatal and postnatal care, showcasing how telehealth can ease logistical burdens. The conversation dives into menopausal health, the rise of femtech, and the critical importance of privacy in telemedicine. Navigating these digital health waters promises empowerment, yet presents its own set of hurdles, especially in rural communities.

Jun 7, 2025 • 15min
SMNTY Classics: A Brief History of the Bob
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 this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 6, 2025 • 14min
SMNTY Classics: Contessa Valentina Allegra de Fontaine
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 omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.