That Other F Word

You may have been walking around thinking that it’s “thick thirty,” a la Lizzo, but make no mistake, diet culture is trying its best to bring back the “heroin chic” look from the ‘90s. We’re chatting about why this is such a destructive move and wondering if we can all just mind our own body business. For help with eating disorders, call or text (800) 931-2237. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Po...

Trad Wives(Season 4, Episode 25)(12/15/22) What are trad wives? It’s a movement to make the American wife great again. And we’re not into it. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://katiecouric.com/culture/what-is-a-tradwife/ https://www.fastcompany.com/90360082/here-are-all-the-basic-rights-america-denied-to-your-mother-and-grandmother https://youtu.be/7vmEb...

Ready to chat about purity culture? Here’s a better question, ready to listen to an episode that makes Katrina uncomfortable? Grab your purity rings ready and buckle up. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/06/us/abstinence-pledge-evangelicals.html#:~:text=The%20purity%20movement%20introduced%20a,.%E2%80%9D%20%E2%80%9CThey're%20actu...

The midterms are over! We’re chatting about the aftermath and how voters defied the media’s expectations. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4HbV7yadyQAWvD1iwCaDw8?si=sq2FwTQ1SC-C8eOOBXpucA&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A3IM0lmZxpFAY7CwMuv9H4g https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hyjkB19kmmY9JMS7F25x5?si=11n6YT2QRAS5zH6jEoCsKg https:/...

Have you heard of the Drag Queen Story Hour program? We’re here to tell you all about this program and the alt-right group trying (and failing) to come between this program and the families who want to attend. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/drag-queen-story-hour-children_n_62c5ac28e4b06e3d9bafd5ef https://www.dragqueenstoryhour...

Whatever your thoughts on Queen Elizabeth the II, her passing provoked a lot of varied reactions. We’re talking about her legacy, the monarchy, and sins of the British empire this episode. And Mitch is quoting “God Save the Queen.” Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Link and Research: https://apple.news/ARO8C4KXpS6mF28hmKaDglg https://open.spotify.com/episode/4kvBvbJqqnt3DMfq7TO01Q?s...

We owe the inspiration for this episode to the lovely Florence Pugh and her non-opaque Valentino ensembles. We’re talking about the “Free the Nipple” movement and why women’s nipples are so much more scandalous than men’s. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Resources: https://enell.com/blogs/blog/8-nipple-nicknames-and-9-nipple-factoids-you-might-want-to-know https://www....

We know what’s been keeping you awake at night this October. Of all the Halloween creatures, which is the most “Feminist”? Don’t worry, we’re here with a review of vampires, werewolves, zombies, mummies, and ghosts that will help answer this burning question. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://parade.com/living/halloween-monsters https://www.history.com/...

We’re back after our little sabbatical with an episode updating you on the state of abortion rights in the U.S. and the protests taking place in Iran following the death of Mahsa Amini. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://www.bmj.com/content/377/bmj.o1622 https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-022-02139-3 https://www.npr.org/sections/2022-live-primary-ele...

Why are some Hooters employees expressing displeasure at the new shorts they were given as part of their uniform? Because they’re really underwear, that’s why. This week we’re talking about Hooters and other restaurants of their kind. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links: https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/some-hooters-servers-tiktok-are-saying-new-shorts-are-to...

Do you feel conflicted about listening to or watching certain artists who have been “cancelled”? Or are you too busy judging other people for what they’re listening or watching? We finally discuss how we navigate this terrain of cancel culture. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://www.buzzfeed.com/madisonmcgee/historical-figures-problematic-controversies h...

We’re continuing our discussion about alleged cult leader Teal Swan and her potentially damaging teachings. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://greyfaction.org/resources/proponents/snow-barbara/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4Cl2sxcVFw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jbNip2kLSSo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-dIpQgBpOU&t=793s https://www.youtube...

We’re kicking off our series of female cult leaders with one that really raises Mitch’s blood pressure, Teal Swan. This new age, internet, spiritual leader is making waves and was the focus of Hulu’s recent documentary, The Deep End. But is she a cult leader? Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://greyfaction.org/resources/proponents/snow-barbara/ https://ww...

So we all know what the heck we’re talking about, this week we’re talking about all of the Supreme Court’s 2022 decisions. And we’re delving further into the reasoning and ramifications of the overturn of Roe v. Wade. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/interactive/2022/significant-supreme-court-decisions-2022/ https://www....

MAGA Congressman Ken, also known as Madison Cawthorn, may have lost his primary, but boy did he leave an impact on the Republican party. We’re talking about this internal takedown and what it means for our country. We’re also chatting aboutthe impact of cellphones and social media with the capability to record every embarrassing thing you’ll ever do on our future leaders. Theme music is “Get Happy...

We’re talking to one of our favorite people, Rynn’s cousin Cheyenne, about being a new teacher. And also why she’s so awesome. Get ready for everything from handling diversity and gender in the classroom to turpentine. We’re still in the dark on that last bit. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://usafacts.org/articles/who-are-the-nations-4m-teachers/4 http...

It was the trial our country just couldn’t quit. But did any of it actually matter? We’re talking about the Depp/Heard trial and it’s aftermath. And then we’re never talking about it again. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://www.npr.org/2022/05/05/1097002768/the-depp-heard-case-places-a-spotlight-on-relationships-and-intimate-partner-vio https://www.npr....

We’re catching up on all the bad news since our last episode. With the news that our rights are slipping away and a never-ending cycle of gun violence in our country, what can we do to hope? Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://youtu.be/5Nr65lc1ys8 https://www.npr.org/2022/05/03/1096097236/roe-wade-original-ruling-leak https://youtu.be/MalsOLSFvX0 https://...

The availability of male hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptive medication may be on the horizon! But will men actually take it? And why has it taken so long to be available? Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2016/11/03/500549503/male-birth-control-study-killed-after-men-complain-about-side-effects https://www.washingt...

Americans have hit a sexual low, dubbed by some a “sex recession.” Why aren’t we gettin’ it on? What’s to blame? And it this actually a problem? Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Research & Links: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/people-have-been-having-less-sex-whether-theyre-teenagers-or-40-somethings/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05Q1Bzg5zTY https://www.theatlant...

In our culture, there is a neutral or default against which other genders, races, faiths, etc. are measured. How is this a problem for society, especially those who are “other.” And can it be changed? Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Research & Links: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/lets-stop-neutralizing-men_b_5558581 https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10726463/Plane-pass...

Have you heard of “love bombing”? This phrase has been around quite a while, but has definitely has been heard “around the town” lately. But do the people using it actually know what it means? Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links & Research: https://www.newsweek.com/i-see-love-bombing-gaslighting-relationships-1679479 https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/10/style/love-bombing.html...

This week we’re talking about identity and all the labels we put on ourselves and others. Are they helping us to have a better understanding of who we are? Or is it the opposite? Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links: https://www.healthline.com/health/different-types-of-sexuality#a-c https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/sexual-self/202112/the-importance-emerging-gender-and-sexu...

Maybe you’ve seen it, maybe you haven’t, but you’ve definitely heard about it. Disney’s 60th animated film definitely got people talking. (And singing.) And we’re gonna talk about it too. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links: https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/27/opinions/disney-encanto-female-representation-hope/index.html https://thefederalist.com/2022/02/04/encantos-luisa-is-way-too-...

So much craziness happened in our absence that we needed two episodes to get it in. But this week we’re talking about the pop culture and ridiculousness that we missed. Theme music is “Get Happy Now” by Podington Bear Links: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/nancy-reagan-madonna-tweet-shapiro_n_61b90024e4b0317f6dcd9008 https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/ellendurney/kim-kardashian-backlash-over-busi...