Stuff Mom Never Told You

In this classic episode, the SMNTY team announces the mysterious project we've been working on (spoiler alert, it's a book), while discussing the importance of feminist works and why it is especially critical to pay attention to the recent wave of book bans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the most nerdiest time of the year! May is the month of many Star Wars based celebrations and anniversaries, some more official than others. We kick off the festivities with a discussion about trusting someone to be open about what you love, and to be "too much". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the face of it, Evie magazine appears to be a publication aimed towards women focusing on things like relationships and pop culture. However, digging deeper reveals an extremist conservative ideology. Bridget Todd joins us to break it down and discuss why it matters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're highlighting Shantasha Naomi Laing's poetry book "Not A Monolith: Poems and Musings of a Black Woman". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good media can truly move us, and allow us space for catharsis and experience shared vulnerability. Science indicates there a lot of pros to this - and some cons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Through the Valley. Monumental decisions are made that forever change the course of our characters and story. Things quickly unravel as Jackson is attacked and losses are sustained. Every path has a price. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves joins us to unpack the life and achievements of Hide Hyodo Shimizu, a Japanese Canadian woman dedicated to education and voting rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our current polarized environment, a lot of us are struggling with how to deal with family and friends we don't agree with, especially with misinformation, disinformation and backsliding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From humble beginnings as a dating website to one of the largest platforms in the world, YouTube has experienced a meteoric rise. However, that rise is not without issues. We comment on the comments, sexism, advertising, creators, recent controversies, and the general ecosystem of YouTube in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yelena Belova doesn't want to be a hero, but she became one with her own poses and general vibe. Her bond with Natasha Romanoff continues to guide many of her actions and her goals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes we hesitate to share happy news in dark times, but science tells us it is not only healthy to share, it's healthy to receive it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Future Days. We return with our Last of Us reaction miniseries for season two! New characters, new enemies, more trauma, more drama and a rift between Ellie and Joel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Tax day and the onslaught of tariffs in the US, Anney and Samantha dig into sexism embedded in the tax code, pink taxes and pink tariffs.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Easter approaches, Anney and Samantha dig into a basket of Easter memories around food and traditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since their debut as a social media tool, hashtags have fundamentally changed how we think about and use technology, our vocabulary and our activism. In this classic episode, we delve into the history and impact of hashtags, especially when it comes to women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author, librarian and activist Ann Allen Shockley has been influential in elevating Black works in libraries, and is a groundbreaking author. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A wave of job cuts in the US hit health agencies hard, especially those that impact women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are healthy boundaries and how do we set them? How does boundary-setting look for women and other marginalized communities? We dig into the research of boundaries in all aspects of our lives, why they can be hard to maintain, tips for setting them, and the importance of respecting them in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney and Samantha recount some of their recent adventures, including their love of food and libraries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monique, also known on social media as Blackbeltbabe, shares her experience in organizing and social media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we highlight the work of ecologist and scientist Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The current administration has not been shy about detaining and deporting people, legally or not. We break down some of what's going on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After bringing about the legal action that struck down Affirmative Action, Edward Blum is back, going after grants and fellowships that support marginalized people, especially Black women. Bridget Todd breaks down what's going on and what the future may hold in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie Mitchell's new book Prose to the People celebrates the joy and power of Black bookstores. Katie joins us to talk about the process of writing the book, the importance of Black bookstores, and why it's important to preserve their history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The unknown is often horrible, but in some instances, it is a beautiful space of imagination - or at least, a space before you know how things shake out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.