Impolite Society: Exploring the Weird, Taboo & Macabre

In this week's parasocial episode, Rachel and Laura announce a quick break, our hot takes of the week, and the tv shows we are rotting away watching.  Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email us at rude@impolitesocietypodcast.com . Visit our website for info about the show, your hosts, and where to find us online...

In a world where nearly every kink has crawled out of the shadows and onto your For You page—feet, furries, feeding, you name it—there’s still one kink that seems to make even the most sex-positive squirm: menophilia. Despite period sex being as old as humanity itself, this messy and bloody turn on is still hiding in the wings. Today, we’re exploring Bloodhounds—those who seek out, fetishize, and...

In this week's parasocial episode, Rachel and Laura discuss taking the plunge on Buy Me a Coffee, some getting to know you Q&A, and MORE true crime. Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email us at rude@impolitesocietypodcast.com . Visit our website for info about the show, your hosts, and where to find us onli...

What happens when love doesn't lead to sexual attraction? Dive into the fascinating realm of asexuality with us this week. Discover the spectrum of asexual experiences, debunk myths, and explore why asexuality challenges societal norms. With humor and insight, this episode navigates through the different types of asexuality, the journey to LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and the pressures of compulsory s...

In this week's relaxed fit episode we discuss the Laura's facial surgery dilemma, the newest Hunger Games book, Rachel's  5k, and Laura's clothing purge. Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email us at rude@impolitesocietypodcast.com . Visit our website for info about the show, your hosts, and where...

In this episode of Impolite Society, hosts Laura and Rachel delve into the world of Japan's host clubs, where boyfriends for hire is a booming business. We explain how these clubs operate, the roles hosts play, and the complex relationships between the hosts and their patrons.  We unpack the societal and cultural factors driving the demand for these services, including the role of women, lone...

In this week's relaxed fit episode we discuss the horror movie Woman in the Yard, the ending of Orange is the New Black, Rachel's  new gaming hobby, and Laura's Operation Spring Cleaning. Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email us at rude@impolitesocietypodcast.com . Visit our website for info about th...

Explore survival psychology and how the human brain responds in emergency situations in today's episode. We'll share firsthand experiences, dive into what research says about our brains, and firsthand stories from Amanda Ripley's book 'The Unthinkable.' We'll delve into each step of the survival arc: delay, deliberation, and decision, and how resilience, group dynamic...

Join us for this week's chat where we discuss how the trees are waging war against us, the mysterious world of the glitter market and how we're reliving our Netflix obsessions from yesteryear. That's what you're in for today on our relaxed fit, mini-sode.  Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email u...

Shame is often seen as a negative emotion, but what if it has a deeper purpose? Join Laura and Rachel on Impolite Society as they dive into the complexities of shame versus guilt, exploring how this powerful emotion shapes human behavior and social norms. They discuss the biological origins of shame, its role in societal bonding, and the balance between healthy and toxic shame. From caveman instin...

Join us for this week's chat where we discuss the newest Gabby Petito documentary, Belle Gibson, and the reality show Alone. That's what you're in for today on our relaxed fit, mid-episode show.  Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email us at rude@impolitesocietypodcast.com . Visit our website for info...

Over half of American men fantasize about seeing their partner with another man. What makes cuckolding so irresistible for so many? Today we're exploring the psychology and evolutionary origins behind this kink. Join us as we break down the terminology, the dynamics involved, and the different levels of engagement within cuckolding. We also touch on related concepts like hot wifing and the im...

Join us for this week's chat where we discuss our bedroom hygiene, how far we could make it on just half a brain and the origin of the word townie. That's what you're in for today on our relaxed fit, mid-episode show.  Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email us at rude@impolitesocietypodcast.com . Visi...

In this episode of Impolite Society, Laura and Rachel explore the bizarre 1960s counterculture practice of trepanation, where individuals drilled holes in their heads to achieve heightened consciousness. We discuss the historical roots, key figures like Bart Hughes, and the modern revival attempts by groups advocating for it. Blending humor with research, we delve into the motivations behind self-...

Want more Laura and Rachel in your life? Check out Society Chats, where we chat about our lives and what's happening in our worlds.  Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email us at rude@impolitesocietypodcast.com . Visit our website for info about the show, your hosts, and where to find us online. If you'd li...

Does the path to true happiness include children? Join us as we delve into the growing movement of the Child-Free Lifestyle, challenging societal norms around procreation. They discuss personal and demographic reasons why some individuals choose to remain child-free and the challenges they face, including workplace inequities, healthcare access issues, and social isolation. The hosts also explore...

Join us for our second Society Chats, where we chat about our lives and what's happening in our worlds.  Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email us at rude@impolitesocietypodcast.com . Visit our website for info about the show, your hosts, and where to find us online. If you'd like to support the show, visi...

In this episode of Impolite Society, Lara and Rachel delve into the complexities and mysteries of the human brain. Starting with traumatic brain injuries, they explore how incidents like Phineas Gage's railroad accident reveal the brain's impact on personality and behavior.  From there we unpack various brain anomalies, including hemispatial neglect, blindsight, and cases like Henry Mola...

Welcome to Society Chats, our relaxed fit episode where we catch up on and talk about life to carry you through the long fortnight betwixt our episode. Take a bite out of our Christmas catch up, what we're reading, watching and who we're flashing.  Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Support the show Text Rachel and Laura  your rude thoughts or email us at rude@impolite...

Join us as we explore the rise of sexual strangulation, tracing its origins from fringe kink to pop culture phenomenon. Delve into the physical and emotional risks, the influence of porn, and the troubling normalization of this dangerous act. Discover why choking during sex is more than just a meme and why it's causing concern among sex researchers and feminists alike. Stay informed and aware...

In the final episode of 2024, we're giving you a peek into our daily lives and a year-in-review for Impolite Society. We chatted about our favorite episodes this year, the best behind-the-scenes moments, and a sneak peek into the topics we hope to cover in 2025. Happy holidays and see you next year! Subscribe and check out the trailer to Ship Happens! on Apple Podcast and Spotify . Got your o...

Explore the complex and often taboo topic of envy. Rachel and Laura will share personal tales of irrational jealousy, clear up the envy vs. jealousy confusion, and explore why feeling envy might not be all bad. Is the green-eyed monster an evolutionary perk or just a social burden? With humor, candid stories, and a touch of philosophy, they examine envy from biblical times to our Instagram feeds....

In the age of social media, filters, and face tuning, everyone is looking for a way to get pretty quick. Plastic surgery for faces, butts and breasts have been common for decades- but there’s a new whole world of enhancement out there that is waiting for you. If you're willing to take the OUCH it takes to get there, that is.  Today we’re talking about a bold field of cosmetic surgeries that w...

Explore the chilling history and enduring appeal of werewolves in this special Halloween episode of Impolite Society. From ancient mythology to medieval hysteria, and from infamous 16th-century werewolf trials to modern pop culture, we dive deep into the myths and legends that have made the werewolf an iconic figure. Discover tales of King Lycaon, Viking berserkers, and how societal fears fueled b...

Creaking coffin lids. A foggy graveyard, empty of all but crooked headstones and a lone figure walking by candlelight. This image is a Halloween staple that induces dread, even today. But the events that inspired these scenes took place over 200 years ago.  In 2024, body donation is a common practice. But the thought of your dead, naked body being flayed on a table wasn’t as well received in the 1...