Stuff Mom Never Told You
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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 over the world and highlights the tools we can use to tackle them head on.
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Jan 29, 2022 • 33min
SMNTY Classics: Why do kids love stuffed animals so much?
What's the childhood psychology of stuffed animals and other "transitional objects"? Why do 35 percent of adults still sleep with stuffed animals? Tune in to this classic episode to learn more, including a brief history of the teddy bear and why the stuff possum never caught on. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 28, 2022 • 42min
Female Firsts: Mary Edmonia Lewis
Friend of the show Yves sits down with us to discuss Mary Edmonia Lewis, the first woman sculptor of Black American and Native American heritage to achieve international recognition. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 27, 2022 • 17min
Happy Hour #53: Ode to Babel Gin
Anney and Samantha lift their glass to Ode to Babel Gin, and share some of their favorite happy hour memories. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 26, 2022 • 44min
The Life of Lynn Conway
Bridget joins us once again to discuss the overlooked contributions Lynn Conway made to the tech world, and how transphobia almost erased them. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 25, 2022 • 17min
Fictional Women Around the World: Rose Nylund
Back in St. Olaf...In honor of Betty White, we celebrate one of her most beloved characters: Rose Nylund of The Golden Girls. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 24, 2022 • 29min
Monday Mini: The Marketing of Self-Defense
Anney and Samantha dig into the capitalization of women's fear of sexual assault and why it's problematic. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 22, 2022 • 38min
SMTNY Classics: Middle Child Syndrome
Do middle children really get the short end of the familial stick? Cristen and Caroline explore the psychological history of middle children, the influence of birth order and the cultural biases against the in-between siblings in this classic episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 21, 2022 • 1h 5min
Feminist Movie Friday: The Matrix
Follow us down the rabbit hole as we tackle the feminism of the Matrix series. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 20, 2022 • 19min
Happy Hour #52: Surface Pressure
Anney and Samantha talk about the Encanto soundtrack, the power of a good song, and the risk of defining yourself through your gifts. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 19, 2022 • 58min
SMNTY Book Club: A Tale of Two Short Stories
Get your Swoodies and religious trauma here! In this special Book Club episode, we discuss two short stories: Lose Now, Pay Later, and The Problem of Susan, while digging into issues around weight, fad diets, and women and religion. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
