She's in the Weeds - Pop Culture and The Female Experience

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we break down the complex pay gaps in Hollywood affecting white women and women of color. We explore how gender and racial inequalities collide to create systemic wage disparities and discuss the broader implications for the entertainment industry. But first we're yapping about hawk attacks, women supporting women, and guy's girls. Then we're circlin...

Send us Fan Mail We're digging deep on all the things pop culture today! Tune in for discussions on Danny Booko's suffering and PTSD from being called out for his own actions, Olivia Wilde's comments on beauty culture and double standards on Call Her Daddy, and the recent drama surrounding Jenny Mollen's Instagram post about her son and the Substack article she wrote addressing...

Send us Fan Mail It's Pop Culture Queen! We're telling the story of Sylvia Plath, an ambitious and talented writer navigating life and womanhood in the 1950s. (Trigger Warning: suicidal ideation, suicide, domestic violence and abuse allegations) But first, we're yapping about vacation, Casa Bonita, and 52 hour train rides. Then we've got a quick circle back to Blake and Justin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're digging deep into the pervasive issue of women not being believed about sexual harassment and assault and the insidious ways the boys' club protects its own. But first, we're yapping about 7 course dinners, document preservation, horror movies, and Men in Black. Then we've got thoughts on some interesting discourse around Botox and removi...

Send us Fan Mail On this special edition episode of Pop Culture Archives, we dig deep into the disappearance of Lauren Spierer, a vibrant 20-year-old Indiana University student who vanished from our hometown of Bloomington, Indiana, in the early morning hours of June 3, 2011 — exactly 15 years ago today. Known for her kindness, generosity, and deep Jewish faith, Lauren’s story has haunted Blooming...

Send us Fan Mail On this special edition episode of Pop Culture Archives, we dig deep into the disappearance of Lauren Spierer, a vibrant 20-year-old Indiana University student who vanished from our hometown of Bloomington, Indiana, in the early morning hours of June 3, 2011 — exactly 15 years ago today. Known for her kindness, generosity, and deep Jewish faith, Lauren’s story has haunted Blooming...

Send us Fan Mail It's pop culture queen of the month where we highlight a iconic woman owning the spotlight and crown her queen! This week, we're digging into Meg Stalter's journey from internet fame with the 'Hi, Gay!' video to a rising comedy star with roles in Cora Bora, Hacks, and Too Much. But first we're yapping about the Aldi cart exchange, Hollis's brush...

Send us Fan Mail It's pop culture archives and we're diving into the 2005 film Havoc to explore it's themes of cultural appropriation, rich white teen culture, gang representation, racial dynamics, sexual assault (TW), and the conversation around consent. There's a lot to unpack especially viewing the film through a post Me Too and Black Lives Matter lens. This movie attempted...

Send us Fan Mail We're sharing our thoughts on the future of beauty culture with the newest innovation hitting the market. The smart mirror. We're wondering is this real confidence or is this marketing that preys on the insecurities of women? Is this individualized beauty tailored to your face or is AI generating the same face for all of us? Is this creating more joy and satisfaction for...

Send us Fan Mail Today we're exploring themes of self-worth (especially as it pertains to chronic illness and our perception of the physical female body), identity, mental health, relationship dynamics, and beauty culture in a discussion about Lena Dunham's new book Famesick. We'll be sharing some thoughts on her interviews with the New York Times and other media outlets as well as...

Send us Fan Mail It's pop culture queen of the month where we feature an iconic woman owning the spotlight and crown her queen! But first we're yapping about our voices, jumping out of airplanes into war, and becoming the family matriarchs. Next, Hollis is filling us in on the latest nonsense from Russel Brand and Usher and we've got thoughts. It's all really giving women don&a...

Send us Fan Mail We're discussing double standards in parenting, the social construct of pick me girls, and digging into a reality check to dish on the latest Bravo TV drama. But, first we're debriefing Hollis's birthday celebration and sharing some embarrassing cell phone faux pas moments. Next, we're reminiscing about Bob and Tom. RIP Bob. Tell me your an 80s baby without tel...

Send us Fan Mail We're joined today by our dear friend and guest Zach Smith as he shares his perspective on male friendship, not subscribing to societal standards of marriage and children for happiness, and what it's like dating in your 50s. Join us as we get in the weeds with Zach and dig deep on what best friendship looks like between adult men. Do they talk about the hard stuff? Do th...

Send us Fan Mail It's pop culture archives where we open the vault and explore characters and themes from some our favorite millennial movies, tv shows, and pop culture phenomenons. This week we're discussing one of our favorites, Never Been Kissed! We're bringing you some fun facts, dishing on the scenes and one liners we love, and diving into some of the movie's heavier theme...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into the "difficult" label often affixed to ambitious and assertive women in Hollywood. We explore the discrimination and career challenges they face when speaking up for themselves and others and the glaring double standard compared to men's experiences. But first, we've got an exciting opening segment! We're doing a live taste te...

Send us Fan Mail It's pop culture queen of the month where we feature an iconic woman owning the spotlight and crown her queen! But first we're yapping about potty training, women's history month, and our 6 degrees of separation from a new RHONY housewife. Then we need to talk about Scott Galloway's latest remarks on paternity leave and the role of fathers in an newborn's...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Wednesday Whackers and welcome back to another pop culture archives episode where we review and discuss some of our favorite movies, shows, and pop culture phenomenons of yesteryear. First up we're yapping about Hollis's trip to Mexico, The Great Barrier Reef, and arachnophobia. Then its on to daylight savings time, the struggles of parenting, and how much peer pre...

Send us Fan Mail Today we're joined by our friend, fitness coach, and strength trainer Katie Shedd! She's joining us for the entire episode as we yap about small batch artisanal sourdough vs big bread, the year of the fire horse, Brandi Glanville's long awaited answer to her health problems and facial disfiguration, and a TikTok video regarding Sydney Sweeney and the larger conversa...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Wednesday Weed Whackers! Welcome back! Sam's fallen victim to the kindergarten cesspool and lost her voice and Hollis is en route to beautiful Mexico for a long overdue vacation so join us as we venture down podcast memory lane.  February 2026 marked one year since we had our very first psychic reading so we thought it would be fun to release the episode again for anyon...

Send us Fan Mail Hey Whackers! Welcome back to your favorite female hosted pop culture podcast! We've got a light fun episode for you today and quite frankly we needed it and so do you! First up, we're yapping about sick kids, vintage shopping, and some data on why so many young people might be choosing to stay single for longer. Then we're reminiscing on some Boomer slang we used a...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Wednesday Whackers and welcome back! We've got a jam packed episode for you today. First, we're yapping about self reflection, charity galas, and the Olympics. Then we're sharing some thoughts on recent social media posts surrounding the death of James Van Der Beek, may he rest in peace. Next up we're circling back to our review of Fast Times of Ridgemont...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Wednesday Weed Whackers and welcome back! We've got a fun and perhaps educational episode for you today. First up, we're yapping about meeting our fans in the wild, concert going, and Irish goodbyes. Next, you know we have to talk a little bit about the files. Feel free to skip ahead if you've reached your file consumption limit. It's hard to even know wh...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Hump Day Whackers and welcome back! FWIW: Somehow our input source defaulted to our computer mics so it's not our best audio. It may not be noticeable to all listeners but we take quality seriously so we apologize if it's less than ideal.  Today we're yapping about snowpocalypse, the state of the country, therapy, and the ultimate form of self care. Next Sam&a...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Hump Day and welcome back to another riveting episode! Today we're yapping about the Tooth Fairy, immune systems, and the state of Arkansas. Next, Sam's got a circle back to last week's weeds topic (surprise surprise) and Hollis shares some thoughts on the Posh family feud. Then Sam's sharing an update on the ongoing Black Lively and Justin Baldoni legal...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode we're yapping about swearing, practicing what we preach, and imposter syndrome. Next, we've got HUGE news and we're officially claiming Dayna Kathan of Disrespectfully podcast, a friend of the pod, as they say in the biz! Then we're sharing some public restroom safety tips, reviews on mushroom coffee, and wondering just how much we'...