Always the Last to Know

Hey listeners! We're back with some life updates and some podcast updates. We cover everything that Katy has added to her schedule and Ash gets serious about something health related. Also, we haven't had an episode since the election... oh boy! *gestures wildly at everything* We've missed you!

This week we continue on with Katy's deep dive into the Sackler family and Purdue Pharmaceuticals. We cover multiple instances of deception committed by the company. Sources

Today, Ash is bringing us an update on federal protections of 28 million acres of land in Alaska. Sources https://www.blm.gov/press-release/biden-harris-administration-affirms-protection-28-million-acres-public-lands-alaska-0 https://www.hcn.org/articles/north-energy-industry-trump-tried-to-open-alaska-lands-to-resource-development-what-will-biden-do/ https://www.americanprogress.org/article/a-bel...

In this episode we investigate the post-Arthur Sackler era, when his brothers Mortimer and Raymond, alongside their children, took Purdue Pharma to new heights. With OxyContin as their cash cow, the new generation of Sacklers not only sustained but aggressively expanded the opioid epidemic. Join us as we explore how their calculated decisions prioritized profit over lives, amplifying the crisis th...

In this episode we delve into the origins of the opioid epidemic by examining the life and decisions of Arthur Sackler, the visionary behind modern pharmaceutical marketing. From his revolutionary promotion of Valium to laying the groundwork for OxyContin’s rise, we explore how Sackler’s innovations fueled a culture of over-prescription. As we untangle the web of profits and pain, discover how his...

This week, Katy teaches us about the history of pain management from ancient times through present day. If you, or anyone you know needs help with addiction please reach out to  1-800-662-HELP (4357) https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline SOURCES https://painmanagementcollaboratory.org/pain-management-history-timeline/ (this is the timeline I mention in episode) https://www.ncbi.nlm.ni...

Today, we learn the history of Labor Day and hear the story of the first NYC Labor Day Parade. SOURCES https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/labor-day-1 https://www.dol.gov/general/laborday/history-daze https://www.dol.gov/general/laborday/history

This week, we have a couple updates to some topics we covered in 2022. We see where the Chinatown jail project is at, the impacts on the community so far, and what the future of the project looks like. We also talk about some progress in the rape kit processing systems around the country. Sources https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/aug/21/new-york-jail-chinatown-rikers-island https://washingt...

In part two, we discuss Edie's relationships with Andy Warhol & the crew at The Factory, her mental health and drug addiction struggles, and the events of her final days. Trigger warning for content related to eating disorders, suicide, and child abuse. 

In part one, Katy tells us about the early life of model, actress, and socialite, Edie Sedgwick. Trigger warning for content related to eating disorders, suicide, and child abuse. Sources

This week, we learn about the first lesbian rights group in the US. Ash is on a kick of learning all she can about LGBTQ+ history, we hope you enjoy the journey along with her. Sources https://guides.loc.gov/lgbtq-studies/before-stonewall/daughters-of-bilitis https://womenshistory.si.edu/blog/how-daughters-bilitis-organized-lesbian-rights https://www.britannica.com/topic/Daughters-of-Bilitis https...

This week, Katy teaches us all about the life of Harry Houdini. His childhood, his tricks, and his interesting relationship with Spiritualism. Sources

 This week, Katy enlightens us on the events of one of their favorite subjects, the Titanic. Ash knows nothing about the Titanic beyond what the movie shows, so we're all learning a lot with this episode. We cover the designing and manufacturing of the boat, the layout and luxury, comparisons between the movie and real life, and the events of that fateful and tragic night. Sources https://www.brit...

This week, we learn about the beautiful and community driven origins of Dyke Marches. If you are planning to attend the NYC Dyke March on June 29th, let us know! Ash will be there! NYC Dyke March Accessibility Accommodations Request Form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbwfAN330QDzSf1ZL025taF-3i-9R_hW3OIVQlXO3MnjMcCw/viewform Sources https://www.nyclgbtsites.org/site/nyc-dyke-march/ http...

This week, we learn about why LGBTQ+ youth homelessness is so prominent. We also discuss the physical and mental tolls that shelter life and living on the streets take on our queer youth, and then we highlight organizations that are taking matters into their hands to curb this epidemic. Organizations https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ https://www.happyhippies.org/ https://www.newalternativesnyc.org...

This week, we end our saga on Princess Diana. We cover everything from the divorce to the investigation of her death. Please note, we will absolutely not be entertaining any conspiracy theories about her death. That would be disrespectful to her memory, and would take away from the accountability of the people who actually caused her death. Sources Documentaries Diana Our Mother: Her Life and Lega...

This week we are back to our Princess Diana series. We discuss the creation and release of Diana's book and her divorce from Charles. Sources Documentaries Diana Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy directed by Ashley Gething The Princess (2022) available on HBO written and directed by Ed Perkins  Diana, 7 Days from BBC Books The Palace Papers: Inside the House of Windsor--the Truth and the Turmoil By...

This week we will be discussing the events that took place between May 1st and May 4th, 1970, during the student protests of the Vietnam War at Kent State University. Trigger warning for mention of police violence and murder. **DONATE TO OPERATION OLIVE BRANCH : https://www.gofundme.com/f/oob-perinatal-project Sources https://www.kent.edu/may-4-historical-accuracy https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/04/us...

This week we continue our Princess Diana series by covering everything that went down in the 1980's. From Charles' affair to Diana's affairs, to Diana's friendship with Sarah "Fergie" Ferguson, and Diana's time at Highgrove House, we have so much to unpack. Sources Documentaries Diana Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy directed by Ashley Gething The Princess (2022) available on HBO written and direct...

We're back with our next installment of the Princess Diana Series. We tackle the honeymoon to the birth of Prince William, and everything in between. Sources Documentaries Diana Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy directed by Ashley Gething The Princess (2022) available on HBO written and directed by Ed Perkins  Diana, 7 Days from BBC Books The Palace Papers: Inside the House of Windsor--the Truth and...

This week we continue with our series on Princess Diana by covering her life from meeting Prince Charles through their engagement and honeymoon. *Trigger Warning for mentions of eating disorders.* Sources Documentaries Diana Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy directed by Ashley Gething The Princess (2022) available on HBO written and directed by Ed Perkins  Diana, 7 Days from BBC Books The Palace Pap...

We step into our series on Princess Diana by taking a look at her childhood and what type of experiences she had while growing up in the realm of British Royalty. Sources Documentaries Diana Our Mother: Her Life and Legacy directed by Ashley Gething The Princess (2022) available on HBO written and directed by Ed Perkins  Diana, 7 Days from BBC Books The Palace Papers: Inside the House of Windsor--...

This week we are learning about the Lesbian Herstory Archives and how they came to be! To volunteer with the LHA, visit their webiste! https://lesbianherstoryarchives.org/engage/volunteer/ Sources https://www.grassrootsfeminism.net/cms/node/625 https://www.nyclgbtsites.org/site/lesbian-herstory-archives/ https://lesbianherstoryarchives.org/about/who-we-are/ https://lesbianherstoryarchives.org/abou...

Happy St. Patrick's Day! This week we are stepping back in time to the 1500's to learn about Irish pirate (and all around bad ass) Grace O'Malley! Sources https://www.rmg.co.uk/stories/topics/grace-o-malley-irish-female-pirate https://www.forbes.com/sites/margiegoldsmith/2022/11/22/irelands-most-famous-pirate-queen-grace-omalley/?sh=40628d442a47 https://www.historyireland.com/grainne-mhaol-pirate-...

Because of course we already have an update for last week's episode... Congress continues to be unhinged at an alarming rate. SOURCES https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2024/02/27/congress/maces-ivf-alternative-00143590 https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2024/02/28/congress/blocks-ivf-vote-gop-senate-protections-00143918