Stuff Mom Never Told You

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 allyship around disability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Human bullsh*t detector Charlie Cale is curious, kind and an absolute trouble magnet, finding herself solving multiple murders. We try to solve the truth of this Poker Face character.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For a variety of reasons, there has been an absolute avalanche of ads for weight loss focused GLP-1s. However, a lot of them are not vetted and make a lot of unsubstantiated claims. We shine a light on what's going on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Going to the gynecologist can be a vulnerable experience, and can really hinge on the gynecologist. We talk about some gendered differences and preferences when it comes to going to the gynecologist in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Greek mythology, Cassandra was a woman gifted, and then cursed, with foresight. Despite warning everyone about the tragedies to come, she was ignored. Modernly, this story still resonates. We talk about the history, the Cassandra complex, modern day Cassandras, and why it has such staying power.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asking for help is one thing. What about accepting it? Where is the line when it comes to asking too much?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Registered psychologist, writer, researcher and podcast host Dr. Hillary McBride has done so much work and research in the field of therapy and how people work in general. We chat about vicarious healing, psychedelics in a therapeutic setting and the power of sharing stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're highlighting the work of indigenous and disability activist Christine Kandie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several laws just went into effect in Georgia, including the anti-trans Riley Gaines Act. We go over what it entails, and the future implications.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More and more people are learning about mental health - and maybe self-diagnosing - on TikTok. We dig into the good and the bad of that in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tilda confronts someone from her past who places his faith in her, and gives her the tools to save her son.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha has started a garden. She delves into the benefits and rewards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bridget Todd joins us to discuss the truth about recent privacy claims from apps like WhatsApp - now owned by Meta - and other apps in a landscape where we very much need to be aware. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're highlighting the Marriage Equality for Disabled Adults Act, inspired by Lori Long.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we come to the end of Pride 2025, we go over some of the fights we're fighting, conversations we're having and the hope we're holding onto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show Joey gives us a rundown on the wide array of experiences and histories that encompass identifying as non-binary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yaa Asantewaa has a storied history of leadership and fighting for her beliefs. Yves sheds light on her life and accomplishments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent experiences with the healthcare industry have Anney and Samantha discussing some of the odder things that came up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic, Bridget Todd shines a light on the Lenna image, an image that became foundational to the internet and has an enduring legacy. The story of how this image became so widespread without the consent or fair compensation of the model in question highlights problematic attitudes around women in tech spaces.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Pride month, we highlight more LGBTQ+ organizations doing important work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been a lot of talk about what has been labeled the Male Loneliness Epidemic. But what is it? Are there gendered differences in loneliness?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After somewhat of a second public coming out, Anney offers some basics about asexuality, and discusses some of the biggest misconceptions around it in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it came out in 1996, Cheryl Dunye's film The Watermelon Woman was a first in many ways, and stirred up controversy and conversation. We talk intersecting identities, complex relationships, preserving history, and coming into yourself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does activism look like for an introvert? Samantha digs into it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month's book club pick is friend of the show Margaret Killjoy's high fantasy novel The Sapling Cage. The story follows trans teenage witch Lorel through a world turned against witches and on the brink of war as she tries to untangle a deadly plot all while navigating questions around where she belongs. It's a coming-of-age story about identity, choices, life and death, friendships and relationships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The animated show Steven Universe is a story of acceptance, growth and love. It was also very, very queer. Peridot's journey from antagonist to anti-hero showcased the power of friendship and opening yourself up to learning and change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Pride 2025, officially underway, companies are withdrawing support from Pride events left and right in response to the administration's hostility to DEI and the LGBTQ+ community. This has reignited a long running conversation about corporate participation in Pride in the first place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this classic episode, Bridget joins us once again to discuss the overlooked contributions Lynn Conway made to the tech world, and how transphobia almost erased them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning activist, writer and podcaster Raquel Willis joins us once again to talk about trans rights, radical defiance and tackling the history and complexity of Marsha P. Johnson in the second season of the podcast Afterlives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent health incident sent Anney to the ER. Here are some of her thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that season 2 of The Last of Us is over, we do a recap of some thoughts, feelings and the backlash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're celebrating the story and activism around asexuality of Yasmin Benoit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Telehealth has exploded in the past few years as an accessible option for healthcare access. There are pitfalls, however. We talk about the good, the bad and the what to look out for, especially when it comes to women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to celebrities, the bob haircut took the 1920s by storm. Anney and Samantha dish on the trend (and controversy) that shook the fashion world in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't call her Val. In this classic episode, we uncover the mysterious past and murky future of the Marvel character Valentina Allegra de Fontaine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we cross the halfway point of 2025, Anney and Samantha check in with some ups and downs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bridget Todd shines some light on the trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, the common tropes used against women that are playing out online in terms of it and the ways that power structures allowed this to happen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we celebrate the work of Andrea Jenkins, the first Black openly trans woman elected in public office in the US.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 in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Convergence. In the finale of our Last of Us season two reaction series, Anney and Samantha break down a heartbreaking and shocking episode that culminates into a climactic cliffhanger.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erin Entrada Kelly's 2017 novel Hello, Universe is a fantastical young adult coming-of-age story that largely takes place over one fateful summer days. Through fate and determination, friendships are forged. We dig into themes of folklore, fate, friendship, and disability.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After all the excitement of something you're anticipating is over, how do you feel?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mon Mothma is at the heart of the Alliance against the Empire in the Star Wars Universe. Her pragmatism and determination steered the fate of the galaxy far, far away. We shed light on her character in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we close out AAPI month 2025, we highlight some relevant organizations doing amazing work in that realm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the post-apocalyptic world of The Last of Us, Marlene fought to find a vaccine, while also looking over her best friend's daughter Ellie from afar. We shine a light on her backstory, her struggles with leadership and depression, and the reasoning behind her decisions in this classic (classic) episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Price. How did the relationship between Ellie and Joel deteriorate so severely? And what is the price Joel was willing to pay to keep it, and what is Ellie willing to pay to avenge it? Cycles of violence and lies are confronted, and truths revealed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ghosts, mental health, sisterhood, trauma and evil stepmothers all bring a Korean folklore to life in the horror movie 'A Tale of Two Sisters'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eating and snacking compatibility can compliment or chafe against those in our lives. We talk about snacking habits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olivia of the women's history podcast What'sHerName joins us to discuss two fascinating women you might never have heard of, Harriet Jacobs and Nur Jahan. Get ready for astounding tales of extreme self-isolation, tiger queens and resilience in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morgan Elsbeth of the Star Wars Universe is a determined, fearsome woman, determined to avenge her people (and herself) against many wrongs, but in doing so commits many wrongs herself. We look to the stars and galaxies far, far away to tell her story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.