Stuff Mom Never Told You

In the continuing story of SMNTY watching Anne of Green Gables, we discuss the themes of the second in the CBC series, including home, change, love and kindred spirits.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it a birthday, a pandemic or a mid-life crisis? All three? How does one celebrate these days? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Podcast royalty Bridget Todd shines some light on the internet's apparent overwhelming hatred of Meghan Markle, where it is coming from and the systems in place that allow people to profit from it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we look at the work, trials and hope of Colombian activist Jackeline Romero Epiayu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent survey on feminism revealed some interesting results. We delve into the numbers and discuss what they could mean. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic episode, horror fans Anney and guest co-host Lauren Vogelbaum talk about the horror movie trope of not believing women, and how it relates to #BelieveHer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SMNTY searches for bosom buddies and kindred spirits with the beloved 1985 series Anne of Green Gables.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this mish-mash of an episode, topics include setting up boundaries, people-pleasing, and asking for help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third installment of a special "Lean In" series, Cristen and Caroline discuss why "work-life balance" and the idea of "having it all" is a myth in this classic episode.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marine biologist Melissa Cristina Marquez's enthusiasm and passion around sharks is infectious and has rightfully earned her some recognition. We look into her efforts in fostering understanding around sharks, and also talk about crocodile bites.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yes, that's a Star Trek reference. Anney, shining bright from her experience embodying Disco Luke Skywalker (or is that the sequins and glitter?), shares her experience cosplaying at DragonCon 2022.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's no secret that some people think soap operas are just junky TV for housewives. But is that true? Join Cristen and Molly as they trace the history and evolution of soap operas and see how these shows have influenced most of what we watch today in this classic episode.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Yves sheds light on Laudelina de Campos Melo, who founded Brazil's first association of domestic workers.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From our SMNTY desk, we continue our Sex and the City watch party! On the table: first date awkwardness, Darwinian dating, sex and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vampires, romance and murder, oh my! Anney and Samantha compare their choices and experiences playing the choose-your-own-adventure game, Wayhaven.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From rowing to golf to piloting, women around the world are breaking records. We discuss some recent achievements.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to dive back into the virtual listener mailbox! Topics include phone games, misogyny, makeovers, student debt, trauma, and Star Wars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For every Michael Myers, there is a Laurie Strode. In this classic, Anney and Samantha uncover the history and evolution of the Scream Queen, the connection to the final girl trope, and shine light on some iconic examples. And then Anney talks about Scream for a long time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show Margaret Killjoy joins us to dive into all facets of intersectional feminism and why it is for everyone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And all through the land, all the nerds were packing, their cosplays so grand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Come along with us on a journey of college, sisterhood, family drama, friendship, crushes, love, and fanfiction with Rainbow Rowell’s 2013 book Fangirl. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're taking it down nostalgia lane with the Super Nintendo hero Terra Branford from Final Fantasy 3/6, depending on your version. Part human, part ethereal creature, all pixelated glory, Terra's journey of self-discovery is one that still resonates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In light of some recent Supreme Court decisions and politics, we take a look at the ICWA, what it is, and its future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic episode, Anney finally redeems herself in Samantha's eyes and watches the 1992 feminist classic A League of Their Own. There is definitely crying in podcasting See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tilda and Madison are being hunted. As they wait in the dark, Tilda weighs her choices.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.