Stuff Mom Never Told You

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.

Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

Nikki Porcher of Buy From A Black Woman breaks down ethical buying, boycotts and supporting local businesses and communities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 5 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

Candace Owens has pivoted many times in her career, but some things have remained the same. Bridget Todd sheds light on her early career, some turning points, and how her brand can lead to radicalization.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

Today we're taking about Lee Gordon, queer activist and organizer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

This year's Equal Pay Day marked another reminder that the gender wage gap is alive and well. We break down some numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

In this classic episode, Renee Powers of Feminist Book Club stops by and shares her thoughts on how to run a feminist business in a capitalist society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2025

As if! The 90s classic Clueless featured iconic lines, scenes and outfits that left an enduring cultural impact. Anney and Samantha pull out our vintage phones and dish on themes of friendship and love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025

Allergy season has fully taken hold in SMNTY world, coating us in yellow pollen, and it is not going away anytime soon. Samantha talks about the disruption the (long) season can cause.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

The intersection between mental health and relationships is not often discussed and frequently misunderstood. Relationship coach, author and podcaster Allison Raskin joins us to shed some light on this conversation, with bonus discussion of rom-com tropes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025

Today, we're highlighting Catt Smalls, a Black woman game developer behind titles like Sweetxheart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

Anney and Samantha give an update on their gaming, ask for suggestions and give a few of their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

When it comes to women digging up stuff, there's a lot to uncover. We shine a light on one of the most tenacious historical examples, and give an overview of what these fields look like today in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 22 March 2025

Olivia and Katie of the WhatsHerName podcast join us to break down the importance of talking about the lost women of history, how numerous they are, and the amazing stories behind them waiting to be told.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

The road to self-acceptance can have a lot of twists and turns, many of which can impact your relationships, romantic or not.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

Ora Washington was a force to be reckoned with on both the basketball and tennis court. Friend of the show Yves Jeffcoat shines a light on her story and legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

The hit show Charmed introduced audiences to the powerful witch Piper Halliwell, who became a fan favorite. We delve into her struggles with family, romance, business, witchy-ness and monsters of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

On the fifth year anniversary of COVID, a lot of us are looking back, and more research is coming out. One thing the research indicates is that women are more prone to long COVID. What is it? And how does it relate to society's continued erasure of women's pain?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

Why is photography still a male-dominated industry? Listen in to learn more about women's roles in the history of photography, including the work of Frances Benjamin Johnston, Margaret Bourke-White, Diane Arbus and other notable female photographer in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 March 2025

Molly Conger of the podcast Weird Little Guys joins us to break down how the terrible figures in our world are...ultimately strange and just human. We chat about unearthing these backstories and why talking about them is important.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

A lot of us are dealing with a lot of disappointment. We chat about dealing with that, and the importance of shouting out the good things.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

In part 2 of our discussion of Tananarive Due's collection of short stories Ghost Summer, we delve into themes of grief, the apocalypse and innocence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

For many years, Bishop Budde has backed up her words with intersectional activism. Her recent speech at the January 2025 US presidential inauguration caught a lot of attention. We shine a light on her work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

Recently, the 'sin of empathy' has taken hold of some extreme parts of Western Christianity, and has fed into the rise of Christian Nationalism. What is it, and why is it so damaging?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

What do intimacy coordinators do and why are they important? In this classic episode, Anney and Samantha go over some basics of the position and the conversation around it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 March 2025

Desperate to reunite with her son, Tilda searches for supplies and information, but the situation is grim. As she debates her options, a outsider approaches her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

Sometimes echoes of your past life hang over you. Anney and Samantha discuss such instances, of change, both personally and on a larger scale.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

A good short story can evoke so many thoughts and emotions. Tananarive Due's short story collection Ghost Summer does just that. Anney and Samantha break down the some of the haunting and powerful themes that will linger in part one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

As Trans rights continue to be attacked in the US (and around the world), we highlight some organizations fighting back in Texas and Alabama. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

March is Women's History Month, and SMNTY will celebrate no matter what the US administration says. Anney and Samantha give a rundown of this event, and of how organizations are addressing progress - and lack of.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

Black women have been the heart and soul of blues music since its inception. We talk about some of the mothers, queens and empresses of the blues in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 March 2025

In 1969, the Harlem Cultural Festival was a joyous celebration of Black culture, music and Harlem, in a time of so much societal shift. Despite how powerful this festival was, for decades, it was erased. The 2021 documentary Summer of Soul (...or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) brought this restored footage to public.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 March 2025

Listener, friend of the show and Sex and the City expert Jasmine joins us in our continuing Sex and the City watch and react series.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025