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.
Episodes
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May 3, 2025 • 46min
The Last of Us Part 2 Special: Episode 3
The Path. In the aftermath of Jackson being devastated and the death of a beloved character, Ellie sets her sights on getting justice. Council meetings, unexpected allies, a new group and a new city all lay the groundwork for a new path.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 2, 2025 • 30min
SMNTY Classics: The Importance of Feminist Works
In this classic episode, the SMNTY team announces the mysterious project we've been working on (spoiler alert, it's a book), while discussing the importance of feminist works and why it is especially critical to pay attention to the recent wave of book bans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 1, 2025 • 14min
Happy Hour #166: This is the May
It's the most nerdiest time of the year! May is the month of many Star Wars based celebrations and anniversaries, some more official than others. We kick off the festivities with a discussion about trusting someone to be open about what you love, and to be "too much".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 30, 2025 • 44min
The Radical Extremist Ideology of Evie Magazine
On the face of it, Evie magazine appears to be a publication aimed towards women focusing on things like relationships and pop culture. However, digging deeper reveals an extremist conservative ideology. Bridget Todd joins us to break it down and discuss why it matters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 29, 2025 • 9min
Feminists Around the World: Shantasha Naomi Laing
Today we're highlighting Shantasha Naomi Laing's poetry book "Not A Monolith: Poems and Musings of a Black Woman".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 28, 2025 • 9min
Monday Mini: When Media Makes You Cry
Good media can truly move us, and allow us space for catharsis and experience shared vulnerability. Science indicates there a lot of pros to this - and some cons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 26, 2025 • 1h 1min
The Last of Us Part 2 Special: Episode 2
Through the Valley. Monumental decisions are made that forever change the course of our characters and story. Things quickly unravel as Jackson is attacked and losses are sustained. Every path has a price.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 25, 2025 • 31min
Female Firsts: Hide Hyodo Shimizu
Yves joins us to unpack the life and achievements of Hide Hyodo Shimizu, a Japanese Canadian woman dedicated to education and voting rights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 24, 2025 • 18min
Happy Hour #165: The Family Balancing Act
In our current polarized environment, a lot of us are struggling with how to deal with family and friends we don't agree with, especially with misinformation, disinformation and backsliding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 23, 2025 • 44min
SMNTY Classics: What's Up With Youtube?
From humble beginnings as a dating website to one of the largest platforms in the world, YouTube has experienced a meteoric rise. However, that rise is not without issues. We comment on the comments, sexism, advertising, creators, recent controversies, and the general ecosystem of YouTube in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
