Pinkpill Rx

In this episode, we tackle one of the most weaponized passages in Christian history, 1 Corinthians 14:34-35, the infamous “women should remain silent in the churches” verse. But what if Paul wasn’t commanding silence at all? What if he was quoting and then correcting the Corinthians for trying to muzzle women? We dive into one of the scholarly theories that flips this passage on its head, explorin...

TW: Religious Trauma In this episode we take on one of the most weaponized passages in the New Testament. We look at how 1 Timothy 2:11-14 has been wielded to shut women up, strip them of authority, and justify systems that keep men in charge. We dig into what was actually happening in Ephesus at the time, why “Paul’s words” weren’t written as a universal gag order on women, and how centuries of m...

You asked. We answered. In this listener Q&A, we talk about everything from behind the scenes to practical questions. Some topics include: how to talk to your partner about feminist issues, what to do when your partner doesn’t support your mental load, what’s the most dangerous thing people believe about women’s bodies we wish would just die already, and more.

A listener shares a raw, deeply personal story of disclosing marital rape and how her partner’s reaction turned the moment into his own emotional drama. In this episode, we break down why men so often center themselves when women share trauma: from protector fantasies and fragile masculinity to the social conditioning that teaches women to soothe male discomfort. We unpack the psychology behind em...

In this Haunted History episode, we enter a Twilight Zone of alternate timelines asking the big “what ifs” of women’s history. What if the witch hunts hadn’t erased generations of women healers? If authoritarian governments hadn’t cemented control over bodies and voices? What if women’s health had been researched at the same pace of men’s health? It’s a haunting reminder of how much has been lost,...

In this Haunted History episode, we expose how modern gynecology and obstetrics were built on the suffering of women—especially enslaved Black women experimented on by Marion Sims without anesthesia. We’ll trace how the flat-on-the-back birthing position came not from nature but from patriarchal convenience, how women were denied pain relief for religious reasons, and how procedures like routine e...

In this Haunted History episode, we uncover the chilling story of lobotomies and the women who were most often subjected to them. Sold as a miracle cure for everything from depression to defiance, the procedure left thousands of women scarred, silenced, or erased altogether. Behind the surgical theater curtain was a system that punished women for being “too much”—too emotional, too sexual, too amb...

In this Haunted History episode, we dig into Hysteria. The infamous diagnosis that turned women’s emotions, sexuality, and pain into a medical horror story. From ancient Greece’s myth of the “wandering womb” to the locked wards of 19th-century asylums, hysteria was never about healing women. It was about controlling them, silencing them, and punishing anyone who refused to conform. We also ask the...

In this episode we uncover how patriarchy erased women’s pleasure from medieval medicine to Freud to today’s orgasm gap. We will be on break for the month of September (2025) and be back with PinkpillRx Season 2 on 10/6/25! Sources & Resources https://katieandjayfillmore.my.canva.site Pinkpill Shop: https://pinkpillrx.etsy.com/listing/1790887598 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PinkpillRx?utm_...

In this rapid-fire reaction episode, we’re listening to TikToks that will make you say wait, why aren’t we talking about this more? From the untapped power of menstrual stem cells, to the absurd fact that female CEOs just recently outnumbered CEOs named John. We’ll also explore how men’s health impacts pregnancy outcomes (including preeclampsia and morning sickness) and how it’s literally cheaper...

What is mental load, and why is it so exhausting? In this episode, we sit down with Mental Load Coach Zach Watson to unpack the invisible labor that keeps households running and relationships afloat. In the first half, Zach shares his personal story of becoming a “recovering manchild” and how he came to coach men on emotional literacy and domestic equity. In the second half, we break down the nitt...

Therapist Laura Federico and midwife Morgan Miller join us to talk about their new book, The Cycle Book—a practical, myth-busting guide to hormone tracking and body literacy. We explore why so many women feel disconnected from their bodies, how the medical system pathologizes normal cycles, and why learning your body’s rhythm is a radical act of resistance. Grab The Cycle Book wherever books are s...

In this episode, we are joined by Shanna Pearson, a leading ADHD coach and author of the upcoming book Invisible ADHD (release date 9/9/25). Together we explore the often-missed signs of ADHD in girls and women. We unpack why ADHD often looks different in women, how traits like selective mutism, emotional sensitivity, and people-pleasing can delay diagnosis, and what happens when those internalize...

In this episode we uncover how midwives and herbalists (once trusted healers) were branded as witches in a campaign to strip women of power, land, and medical authority. We trace that legacy from witch trials to Nazi-era rollbacks of women’s rights to the ongoing failure to ratify the ERA in the U.S. The question remains: Who feels threatened when women have control over themselves? Share A Story...

This episode unpacks how sexism and racism are baked into modern medicine. From the late inclusion of women in medical research to the biased history of BMI and organ transplant inequality, we expose how systems built around male and white norms continue to harm women and people of color.  Share A Story For The Book: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WjDOizKSzTc3cANHylR8vBYjSYaIyfDz361RMCpAK8A/e...

Sometimes resistance looks like a spider plant, a pair of pants, or a tampon in your purse. This episode uncovers the feminist history hiding in everyday life—houseplants, bicycles, tampons, and kitchen tables. From Victorian parlors to queer plant havens, we trace how women turned care into rebellion and domestic space into power. Share A Story For The Book: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Wj...

In this throwback-style episode, we riff on the viral “Princess Treatment vs. Bare Minimum” TikTok trend, including a flipped version where Jay asks the questions. We also dive into candid roleplaying where Katie becomes a guy who just doesn’t get it and Jay responds in real time. To close, we get honest about white privilege—specifically, how much privilege Katie holds as a white woman compared t...

Why do so many men shut down emotionally - and what is the cost of that silence, not just for men, but for the women who love them? In this episode, we welcome our very first male guest: Owen Marcus. A leader in men’s emotional development and author of Grow Up: A Man’s Guide to Masculine Emotional Intelligence. We unpack: -Why emotional shutdown isn’t a flaw—it’s a nervous system survival respons...

What happens when your most personal data—like period tracking, location, or search history—is no longer private? In this eye-opening conversation, U.S. Congresswoman Sara Jacobs breaks down her proposed legislation, the My Body, My Data Act, and why it matters for everyone in the digital age. We dive into: -How your health data is bought, sold, and shared—without your clear consent -How tech comp...

In this eye-opening conversation, former evangelical tradwife Margaret Bronson joins us to unpack the glossy, viral world of “traditional womanhood” — and the cult-like dynamics hidden beneath its soft-filtered exterior. Margaret’s GoFundMe https://gofund.me/71fbf854 Margaret’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deconstructiondoulas?igsh=MWxrbjhsYXR4MGtoMg== Margaret’s Patreon https://patreon.com...

In this episode we dive into the groundbreaking framework of Australian sociologist Raewyn Connell, whose theory of masculinities reshaped how we understand men, power, and identity. Her model (now foundational in gender studies and beyond) outlines five distinct forms of masculinity, each shaped by class, race, sexuality, and power structures. From hegemonic masculinity to marginalized and compli...

In this episode we unpack some of the sneaky ways internalized misogyny shows up—often without us realizing it. From the guilt we feel when we rest, to how we address God, to the subtle rivalries we carry towards other women, we explore how patriarchal conditioning lives in our bodies, beliefs, and behaviors. Sources & Resources https://katieandjayfillmore.my.canva.site Pinkpill Shop: https://...

TW: Infant loss mentioned    In this episode we continue our discussion on “Big Formula” and their predatory marketing practices that go against the WHO guidelines. We zoom out and look at its impact more globally, specifically in Nigeria. We are joined by Mandolyn, a lactation consultant, from over @carrythemministries on Instagram. She’s the founder of Carry Them Ministries, an organization that...

TW: Infant loss; Breastfeeding Trauma    In this episode we discuss “Big Formula” and their predatory marketing practices (that go against the WHO guidelines) in the US. We are joined by Nicole, an IBCLC, from over @motheringismedicine on Instagram. This episode is touching on a sensitive topic, infant feeding, and this interview is for educational purposes only. Nicole’s Instagram: https://www.in...

In this episode we discuss the power of media and how it impacts women and marginalized groups for better or for worse. We discuss the real-world impacts of representation (or lack thereof). We also discuss the many different “media tests”, such as the Bechdel test. We include an analysis of popular movies & shows that pass these media tests for inclusion and representation. Sources & Reso...