What The F

This week on the What the F Podcast, Payton and Aayana dive deep into their favorite movies and TV shows ( La La Land, Little Women, Bridgerton, Pride and Prejudice, Jennifer’s Body ), showcasing themes of patriarchy, sisterhood, capitalism, queerness, the female/male gaze, and more. Tune in to hear about why we hate Daphne Bridgerton, how Aayana watched Jennifer’s Body on her 3DS in Catholic grad...

In this very-late Christmas present, Grace, Suhani and Aayana talk about the phenomenon of "second puberty", or the emotional and physical changes people go through in young adulthood. How do you mourn your past self while appreciating your growth, and how is self image impacted by those around us? We also talk about youth, retouch on body neutrality, and confidence in the midst of COVID-19. ...

In this episode of the What the F Podcast, Shelby and Lucy discuss LGBT+ representation in childhood shows and reality TV— from Haley Kiyoko to lesbian-Velma and bi icons on Love Island. We also talk about navigating heteronormative parts of adulthood as a queer person, and introduce the topic of queer temporality. At What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist and FUCK. What do...

 If you’ve ever wondered why everything related to health feels so complicated and taxing (especially if you’re a person assigned female at birth, AFAB), this episode is for you. In this mini episode, Aayana and Suhani have a short discussion on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), difficulty in receiving healthcare, abortion, and mental health. Stay tuned until the end to hear what you can do...

True crime is one of the most popular genres of shows, movies, and podcasts right now– but what does it mean to enjoy it? In this episode, Mak and Payton discuss the racialized history of true crime, controversies surrounding the Netflix Dahmer series, and whether true crime media can be made and consumed ethically.  We also briefly cover the case of the Michigan Murders, which occurred in Wa...

After the hottest-girl summer ever, the What the F Podcast is back for season two- and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you! The team has a bunch of new members making their podcast debut. Payton, Aayana and Lucy from Season 1 are joined by Grace, Suhani, Shelby and Mak! This episode, we share some of our dating horror stories in honor of Halloween season, explore the dark web (Tinder)...

For our Season 1 Finale, Claire, Payton and Aayana discuss eating disorders and their prevalence on college campuses. What differentiates eating disorders from disordered eating, and why is eating disorder culture so normalized in young adults? How can we navigate stereotypes and stigma surrounding common eating disorders? More importantly, our hosts dish out advice on recovery: what has and hasn'...

In this episode, Aayana and Payton break down everything to do with double standards – but who better to center this conversation around then Taylor Swift herself? One of the most iconic singer/songwriters of all time, Ms. Swift has been subjected to gendered dynamics in both her career and personal life – dynamics that apply to many of us in our own lives. Tune in as we dissect prevailing ideas o...

Welcome back to What the F Podcast! This week, we hear from Claire and Dimitra on a consumer's review of the good, the bad, and the possibly medieval aspects of the birth control market. Stay fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and- you get the gist.  Feedback and Six Word First Time Submission Sources:  Abstinence (For Teens) Abstinence-Only Education and Teen Pregnancy Rates: Why We Need...

Host Aayana Anand speaks with our first ever guest, Maggie Sterling, about Eurocentric beauty standards, body neutrality, self love, and everyone's favorite Hallmark Holiday: Valentine's Day.  Feedback and Six Word First Time Submission Form  Resources and Featured Creators: Redefy: The Damage of Eurocentric Beauty Standards Good Housekeeping: What is Body Neutrality  Hannah Weaver...

TW/CW: Sexual assault, sexual predation, institutional violence against survivors, language   From knishes to Paris to protecting predators, Mark Schlissel has been the talk of UofM's campus as of late. On today's episode, we discuss the issues surrounding his termination and interim replacement, the Board of Regents' decision to release 118 pages of emails, and the larger patterns of sexual...

On our Season 1 Preview, What The F's Podcasting team takes on Firsts, in all their messy, confusing, hilarious glory. Listen as we dive into catcalling, kisses, periods, and more. Fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, FUCK!  Love from Aayana, Payton, Claire, Dimitra, Lucy, and Isabel