Stuff I Didn't Write My Dissertation On

Join us for our first Conversation Corner of the new season, where we take a break from talking about dissertation-esque topics and enjoy casual conversation! In today's Conversation Corner, Emily and Kyra are inspired by the hypothetical question "would you love me if I was a worm?" and set out to answer some other hypothetical questions. Join them as they figure out who would atte...

D'oh! In today's episode, Kyra is joined by guest host Aric from Zeng This again as she watches The Simpsons episodes for the first time. Join Kyra and Aric as she discusses seeing three Simpsons episodes with fresh eyes, and hear Aric's perspective as a lifelong Simpsons fan. This episode contains profanity and spoilers. Support the show Credits Hosts: Emily Kearney-Williams and Ky...

When Emily and Kyra realized they had both seen Matt Reeves' The Batman , they knew they had to discuss it for the pod. Join them as they discuss what they love about the movie, what they didn't love about the movie, and discuss similarities and elements of classic film noir  movies that made it into the movie. There's also spirited discussion on latte art, a cat sidecar, and if Got...

I know what you are, and I'll say it out loud. You're a Twilight hater (or stan), you nerd! Come with us on a journey through time to discuss popular young adult novels including our favorite books and movies to hate: Twilight and The Hunger Games. Were they actually bad or were we just not like other girls? And why are we so quick to criticize fiction meant for young audiences, especial...

Our season 2 three parter wraps up as we sit down again with special guest Aric about the dark side of sitcoms, or "sitcomtroversies," if you will. From problematic writing, problematic actors, to a lack of diversity in the sitcoms we watch,  join us as we reflect on our own journey of what we found funny in the past, what we find funny now, and our own inherent biases around the media w...

We're back with our special guest Aric for our part II of our saucy sitcom chat for your listening pleasure. This time, we're delving into completed sitcoms to talk about their endings, whether they were well-received by the general audience, and if we personally liked their conclusions.  Spoiler Alert: some shows we cover include How I Met Your Mother, Seinfeld, Friends, and Scrubs.  Th...

Oh hey, didn't see you there. What's your take on sitcoms? If you're responding I can't hear you. But if you'd like to hear OUR thoughts then plop down and have a listen. Our second season starts off with a three part critique on all things comedy television, starting with the history of sitcoms and how the genre has changed over time. Will it be possible for them to adapt...

It's the Season Finale of Stuff I Didn't Write! Have you watched The Expanse? Well it's time to talk about it! Have you not watched The Expanse? Then.. go watch it and then come listen to this episode! Our goal: to dissect the finale. Our reality: we gushed about how awesome the whole show is. So tune in this week to hear all about one of the best sci fi shows from here to the Belt!...

It's fast! It's fashion! And we don't like it, but yet, we partake of it! Let's talk about fast fashion. What is it? Are there alternatives? What can we do to make a difference? Strap in and bring your opinions because we're bringing ours on this episode of Stuff I Didn't Write! Our Patreon and Etsy store are now live! This episode contains strong language. Support th...

Reading! Do you do it? If so, this is the episode for you. And boy to we have some discourse. This week join Kyra, Emily, and our returning forest gremlin (Emily's choice of words, not Kyra's) Laura to unpack the difference between two types of fiction (genre and literary) and then get down and dirty when we dissect the distinction between the two and the criticisms each face. This episo...

Join us for our fourth Conversation Corner, where we take a break from talking about dissertation-esque topics and enjoy casual conversation! In today's Conversation Corner, Emily and Kyra set out to take Cosmopolitan quizzes, only to be hindered by the fact that the quizzes are missing. So, instead they take two Buzzfeed quizzes, one to see what Friends Couple they'd be and what type of...

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season! We're chiming in via the podcast waves with a quick announcement on our January dates and the official date of our Patreon launch! See y'all soon! (If you liked this ~2 minute clip, check out our Instagram for the first take of us recording this...you've been warned.) Support the show Credits Hosts: Emily Kearney-Williams and Kyra See...

In anticipation of our Patreon launching next month, enjoy this bonus episode called Story Time  with Kyra and Emily! Today's Story Time episode focuses on the theme of survival, where Emily and Kyra share stories about survival - whether it's survival of the fittest or simply hiking out in nature. Join us as we weave these tales! This miniseries, along with other bonus content, will be...

Welcome to Stuff Kyra and Emily are Angry About. This week we're angry about culpability in the celebrity sphere. Taking center stage is Alec Baldwin and the gross negligence involved in the production of his movie Rust. We discuss the events leading up to the accident on set, the difference between prop guns and real guns (spoiler alert: there isn't one), and who is to blame for the tra...

This week, join Kyra and Emily as they interview Sean, a guest who always has the last word. Together we'll cover speech and debate filled with flowery examples including the two hosts arguing - but this time with structure! We'll talk about public speaking, being a good orator, and key styles of debate. So if you're feeling argumentative, grab some headphones and join us for anothe...

Amelia Earhart was a pioneer who shattered records, defied gender norms, and was instrumental in paving the way for future female pilots. Her disappearance remains an unsolved mystery that perplexes people to this day. Join Kyra and Emily and guest Erik as they go over Amelia Earhart's early life, her disappearance, and go over two prevalent hypotheses surrounding her disappearance! This epis...

Bippity boppitty BOO   We're continuing our Booktober literary theme with a topic filled with mirth and magic - fairy tales! We all know the classics, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid. But do you know the stories how they were originally written? Emily sure doesn't. Also, what's the deal with step mothers, what did they ever do to deserve evil infamy? Join Emily on th...

BA-BA-DA-BAAA Welcome to the very first Stuff I Didn't Write RUMBLE ROTUNDA between the powderkeg Kyra "LIVE LAUGH LOVE" Seegypie and the stern yet gentle Emily "WAR IS PEACE" KDubs. We invite you to a Battle of the Books: a 1984 shakedown meets the heavy-hitter Brave New World   in this debate-style episode where we talk about the most relevant literature in today's...

We know, we know... you're addicted to our podcast. But in all seriousness we are excited to introduce our friend and guest Joel this week as he tells us about his experience with alcohol addiction and recovery. Addiction is a topic that touches most people in one way or another, and in this episode Joel reflects on his personal story navigating substance abuse and his road to sobriety. Pleas...

Hey there! Would you like to hear about a fun and quick way to make cash from your home?? Grab a pen and start taking notes, because this week Kyra and Emily are talking Multi-Level Marketing. We don't recommend joining an MLM but we do recommend listening to us talk about them! Our fundraiser to the AAPI Women Lead organization is ending this month. 100% of donations made to the Ko-fi page w...

Have you ever wondered what dating apps are like but can't download an app? You've come to the right place. This week on Stuff I Didn't Write, Lucy hooks us up with all things digital-dating. From dating profile photo etiquette to dating app's data and privacy laws, there's a lot more going on than simply swiping left or right. Our fundraiser to the AAPI Women Lead organiz...

Join us for our third  Conversation Corner , where we take a break from talking about dissertation-esque topics and enjoy casual conversation! In today's Conversation Corner, Emily and Kyra celebrate the podcast's 5 month anniversary and reflect on some of the behind the scenes that goes into recording, producing, and editing a podcast.  Support the show Credits Hosts: Emily Kearney-Will...

In today's episode, Kyra and Emily are rejoined by their friend Courtney to talk about the various updates that have happened since their (very first!) episode surrounding Britney Spears, the #FreeBritney movement, and conservatorships as a whole.  Our fundraiser to the AAPI Women Lead organization is still ongoing. 100% of donations made to the Ko-fi page with the hashtag #stuffidonate will...

In this week's episode,  join Kyra, Emily, and this week's guest and friend Briayna as they discuss religion and the intricacies of choosing your own path in a world that often expects a certain kind of devotion. Our fundraiser to the AAPI Women Lead organization is still ongoing. 100% of donations made to the Ko-fi page with the hashtag #stuffidonate will be donated to this nonprofit. S...

Official statement by Emily: Michelangelo was at odds in this case with the Papal Master of Ceremonies, not the Pope as she states in the podcast. Art! This week, Kyra and Emily are reunited to talk about art finding a way - whether it's social commentary or in response to social unrest. Join us as we discuss various art and artists, from fine art to opera, from Picasso to Wagner, and from La...