Stuff Mom Never Told You

Fairy tales are as old as time, moralistic stories that have influenced our understanding of the world, and not always for the better. Amanda Leduc's 2020 novel Disfigured: On Fairy Tales, Disability, and Making Space explores the power of fairy tales and their historically problematic depiction of disability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Producer Reema joins us for a very special get-to-know you happy hour! We ask hard-hitting questions about trees and Sex and the City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of the release of her audiobook Love at First Prompt, Bridget Todd breaks down the questions we should be asking about the relationships people form with AI, the attempts to legislate around them, and the companies profiting from the desire for emotional connection. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Black autistic Brazilian activist Luciana Viegas has advocated for the rights and protections of people with disabilities and Black folks in Brazil for many years. We go over some of the milestones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perimenopause has long been misunderstood and understood, but new research indicates it impacts health in a multitude of ways. Anney and Samantha shift through fluctuating beliefs, recent research and potential ways to improve the situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Take a jaunt down memory lane with us as Anney reflects on the anniversary of becoming a podcast host in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yves uncovers the many layers of Indigenous archaeologist (and actress) Bertha Parker Cody. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miscommunication is a trope as old as time. SMNTY definitely understands exactly what it means. Totally on the same page. We talk about why some people are sick of this trope, and how it shifts in queer relationships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is hyper independence? What does it have to do with women, trauma and relationships? We explain in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The autistic, bisexual Pakistani character Norma Khan from Dead End: Paranormal Park, resonated with a lot of people, and led the creator to get his own diagnosis. We dig into her story and why her depiction meant so much. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

Toph Beifong is a fan favorite character from the award winning shows Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra. First introduced as a twelve-year-old blind earthbender, her character was initially designed very differently. In this classic, we dig into her history and why she's so beloved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2024 animated film Inside Out 2 tackled topics of puberty, anxiety and mental health. From SMNTY headquarters, Anney and Samantha unbox their emotions about friendships, changes, and the benefits of emotional balance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For many these days, adulting doesn't necessarily translate to feeling like an adult. Anney and Samantha chat about why that is, and the pros and cons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Codependency is a complicated, controversial topic that no one quite agrees upon. Anney and Samantha unpack why this is such a complex issue and how the understanding of it has evolved over time, especially when it comes to gender norms and women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we showcase the works of disabled, neurodivergent, Afro-Latina activist and artist Jen White-Johnson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic, we talk about the award-winning 2020 documentary Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution is a moving, open and personal take on the determination, difficulties and successes of a group of people growing up in the disability rights movement, what they accomplished, and the importance of inclusivity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women have long been leaders in the disability rights movement, and were the driving force in getting the Americans with Disabilities Act passed. In this classic, we spotlight some of the notable women that made the ADA happen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We wrap up our look at LGBTQ+ organizations in the US with the west coast.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The history of disability representation hasn't been great, but thanks to creations and calls from players, it is improving! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Disability Pride, Anney and Samantha check in on some of the big conversations happening now, and how they are reminders of why intersectionality is so important. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we cover the journey and works of astronomer and scientist Wanda Diaz Merced. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we enter Disability Pride month, we check in with some stats about the intersection of women and disability in this classic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily Ladau's award-winning book Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to be an Ally breaks down terminology, history and allyship around disability in this classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anney and Samantha once again dig into the virtual mail bag to share stories, thoughts, recommendations and advice from our listeners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.