Stuff Mom Never Told You

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  Happy Hour #234: The Gay Panic Defense 20.08.2026 10min

  While the popular internet slang 'gay panic' is lighthearted, the history of its usage is quite a bit darker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Book Club: The Babysitters Club Super Special #5, California Girls 19.08.2026 1h 6min

  SMNTY is California dreamin' and revisiting childhood memories with a super special jet-setting episode with the Babysitters Club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Fictional Women Around the World: Ms. Frizzle 18.08.2026 12min

  It's back to school time, so let's hop on the Magic School Bus and shine a light on the eccentric and extremely fashionable teacher Ms. Frizzle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  SMNTY Classics: Joy Harjo 17.08.2026 12min

  In this classic, we share some updates on the life and works of Native American activist, poet, musician and artist Joy Harjo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  SMNTY Classics: The Princess is In Another Castle 15.08.2026 31min

  The nostalgia fueled Super Mario Brothers movie is a huge financial success, and Anney has some thoughts about it. Now updated with more thoughts about the sequel in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  SMNTY Classics: Can I be a feminist and still enjoy trashy reality TV shows? 14.08.2026 40min

  Reality TV is a harmless guilty pleasure...or is it? Find out in this classic!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Happy Hour #233: SMNTY Prepares for a Voyage! 13.08.2026 11min

  As SMNTY prepares for a live show at sea, we test the waters with some ideas about what the listeners what to see.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Beards and Lavender Dating in the Queer Community 12.08.2026 33min

  The modern day definition of beards and lavender marriages in the gay community has evolved over the years, from old Hollywood celebrities wanting to keep their career to young folks wanting to keep their family - or simply afford the cost of living. Anney and Samantha shine a light on the shifting narrative around these relationships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Activists Around the World: Chanel Porchia-Albert 11.08.2026 11min

  Today we focus on the advocacy of doula and birth justice activist Chanel Porchia-Albert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  SMNTY Classics: Where did the crazy cat lady stereotype come from? 10.08.2026 34min

  Why do we associate cats with crazy old ladies? What's the historical relationship between women and cats, and why do popes hate cats? Could bacteria in cat poop make people crazy? Join Caroline and Cristen as they answer these questions and more in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  SMNTY Classics Redux: E. Jean Carroll 08.08.2026 1h 12min

  The fabulous author and journalist E. Jean Carroll joins us to talk about her lawsuits against Donald Trump, her book 'Not my Type: One Woman vs. a President' and the power of laughter. We're bringing this classic back with an important and joyful update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Disability Organizations (Part 1) 07.08.2026 22min

  In our continuing look at organizations fighting for our rights in the US, we focus in on disability organizations, starting with the East coast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Happy Hour #232: The Horror (Movies) 06.08.2026 23min

  2026 has already been a banner year for horror movies. Anney unpacks why this might be, with a few examples.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Witchy Legend of Cat Nights 05.08.2026 30min

  According to legend, witches could transform into cats during August but not without risk. Anney and Samantha delve into the history of the connection between women, cats and witches, and the lore surrounding cat nights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Activists Around the World: Segenet Kelemu 04.08.2026 12min

  Today we delve into the works of Ethiopian scientist, molecular plant pathologist Segenet Kelemu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  SMNTY Classics: Dr. Pragati Singh 03.08.2026 14min

  In this classic, we check back in on Dr. Pragati Singh, health professional and the founder of Indian Aces, the Indian subcontinent's first support group for asexual people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  SMNTY Classics: Soups are for Girls? 01.08.2026 47min

  Many of us associate soup with comfort and cooler weather. However, soup is not immune to society's determination to gender everything. We dig into the history, the marketing and the arguments about why this is in this classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Book Club: Disfigured: On Fairy Tales, Disability, and Making Space 31.07.2026 42min

  Fairy tales are as old as time, moralistic stories that have influenced our understanding of the world, and not always for the better. Amanda Leduc's 2020 novel Disfigured: On Fairy Tales, Disability, and Making Space explores the power of fairy tales and their historically problematic depiction of disability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Happy Hour #231: SMNTY Welcomes Reema! 30.07.2026 51min

  Super Producer Reema joins us for a very special get-to-know you happy hour! We ask hard-hitting questions about trees and Sex and the City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Changing Conversation about AI Companions 29.07.2026 58min

  In honor of the release of her audiobook Love at First Prompt, Bridget Todd breaks down the questions we should be asking about the relationships people form with AI, the attempts to legislate around them, and the companies profiting from the desire for emotional connection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.