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Stuff Mom Never Told You
Through an intersectional feminist perspective, hosts Anney and Samantha dive into science, history, and culture to make sense of the everyday and unpack the stories that brought us to where we are today. This podcast aims to better understand the challenges facing women and marginalized folks all o...
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The Witchy Legend of Cat Nights
According to legend, witches could transform into cats during August but not without risk. Anney and Samantha delve into the history of the connection...
Activists Around the World: Segenet Kelemu
Today we delve into the works of Ethiopian scientist, molecular plant pathologist Segenet Kelemu.
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SMNTY Classics: Dr. Pragati Singh
In this classic, we check back in on Dr. Pragati Singh, health professional and the founder of Indian Aces, the Indian subcontinent's first support gr...
SMNTY Classics: Soups are for Girls?
Many of us associate soup with comfort and cooler weather. However, soup is not immune to society's determination to gender everything. We dig into th...
Book Club: Disfigured: On Fairy Tales, Disability, and Making Space
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...
Happy Hour #231: SMNTY Welcomes Reema!
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.
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The Changing Conversation about AI Companions
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 peop...
Activists Around the World: Luciana Viegas
Black autistic Brazilian activist Luciana Viegas has advocated for the rights and protections of people with disabilities and Black folks in Brazil fo...
What is Perimenopause and Can We Make it Easier?
Perimenopause has long been misunderstood and understood, but new research indicates it impacts health in a multitude of ways. Anney and Samantha shif...
SMNTY Classics: Savoring Savor
Take a jaunt down memory lane with us as Anney reflects on the anniversary of becoming a podcast host in this classic episode.
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Female Firsts: Bertha Parker Cody
Yves uncovers the many layers of Indigenous archaeologist (and actress) Bertha Parker Cody.
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Happy Hour #230: The (Queer) Miscommunication Trope
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 peopl...
SMNTY Classics: Hyper Independence
What is hyper independence? What does it have to do with women, trauma and relationships? We explain in this classic episode.
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Fictional Women Around the World: Norma Khan
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 o...
SMNTY Classics: Women, Taxes and Tariffs
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 tariff...
SMNTY Classics: Toph Beifong
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...
Feminist Movie Friday: Inside Out 2
The 2024 animated film Inside Out 2 tackled topics of puberty, anxiety and mental health. From SMNTY headquarters, Anney and Samantha unbox their emot...
Happy Hour #229: Why Adulting Feels Different
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...
What is Codependency?
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 t...
Activists Around the World: Jen White-Johnson
Today we showcase the works of disabled, neurodivergent, Afro-Latina activist and artist Jen White-Johnson.
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SMNTY Classics: Crip Camp
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 determ...
SMNTY Classics: A Brief History of Women and the ADA
Women have long been leaders in the disability rights movement, and were the driving force in getting the Americans with Disabilities Act passed. In t...
Organizations to Know: Part 4
We wrap up our look at LGBTQ+ organizations in the US with the west coast.
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Happy Hour #228: Dungeons and Dragons and Disability
The history of disability representation hasn't been great, but thanks to creations and calls from players, it is improving!
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Disability Pride 2026!
This Disability Pride, Anney and Samantha check in on some of the big conversations happening now, and how they are reminders of why intersectionality...
Activists Around the World: Wanda Diaz Merced
Today we cover the journey and works of astronomer and scientist Wanda Diaz Merced.
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SMNTY Classics: Disability Pride and Women
As we enter Disability Pride month, we check in with some stats about the intersection of women and disability in this classic.
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SMNTY Classics: Demystifying Disability
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 allysh...
Listener Mail: July 2026
Anney and Samantha once again dig into the virtual mail bag to share stories, thoughts, recommendations and advice from our listeners.
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Happy Hour #227: SMNTY's All Aboard on Trains
Samantha shares her train of thought about trains, and plans a future train trip. Bonus discussion of train stations around the world.
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Organizations to Know: Part 3
Anney and Samantha continue their ongoing series on LGBTQ+ organizations across the United States, this time highlighting some of what the Mountain St...
Activists Around the World: Ruby Allegra
Today we share the art and advocacy of queer disability activist Ruby Allegra.
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SMNTY Classics: The Feminist Five
We dig into feminism in China, and the advocacy of China's Feminist Five in this classic.
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SMNTY Classics: Mother
The term 'mother' has blown up on the internet, but it has a much longer history rooted in queer communities of color. In this classic episode, we tra...
How Police Are Using Flock Cameras to Track Women and Erase State Lines
Bridget Todd breaks down the proliferation of Flock cameras and how they're used to stalk women and hurt marginalized communities by law enforcement.<...
Happy Hour #226: Obsession
The new movie Obsession has people talking, including Anney. We chat about framing, audience reactions and why it's important.
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Female Firsts: Karimeh Abbud
Yves frames up the story of the first professional woman Palestinian photographer, Karimeh Abbud.
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Activists Around the World: Katherine Paul
Today we're spotlighting the work of Katherine Paul, also known as Black Belt Eagle Scout, an indigenous, queer musician.
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SMNTY Classics: More Gay Animals?!?!
In a follow-up to our recent episode about the conservative fear-mongering around gay behavior in animals, we read some notes from listeners about the...
SMNTY Classics: The Animals Are Gay?!
It's Pride month, and there's a lot of talk about animals and the 'natural order' by those against the LGBTQ+ community. But at its heart, this argume...