Stuff Mom Never Told You

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 over the world and highlights the tools we can use to tackle them head on.

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March 31, 2026 12 mins

Today we shine a light on the work of Rosalinda Guillen around immigrant and migrant workers' rights.

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We break down the terms, history and feminism of K-pop, and how it has taken over the world, the impact it has had, the fandom of it, and the future in this classic episode.

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In a very special classic episode, guest host Lauren joins Anney in Vegas to discuss the impact of the X-Files from shipping, fandom, pantsuits and women in STEM on the 30th anniversary of the show.

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March 27, 2026 38 mins

The impact of Madeline L’Engle’s award-winning and trail-blazing 1962 classic novel A Wrinkle in Time lasts to this day - and continues to inspire. We untangle themes of science, religion, conformity, love and embracing yourself for who you are. 

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Our journey through Sex and the City continues! We tackle insecurities of adulthood stemming from youth and relationship drama.

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On this Whimsical Wednesday, we revisit a formative film from Samantha's childhood, the 1995 coming of age film Circle of Friends that follows a group of teenagers in the 1950s Ireland as they navigate friendships and relationships. We chat about crushes, religion, sex, family pressure and insecurity. Bonus points for numerous cameos.

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Today we're shining a light on the activist work of Irish feminist Ailbhe Smyth.

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SMNTY's on top of the world! Since the dawn of people climbing mountains, women have been there, though their clothing and existence in the space has long been policed. In this classic episode, we trace the triumphs and tragedies of women mountaineers, and efforts to make it more inclusive.

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March 21, 2026 43 mins

The movie K-Pop Demon Hunter has taken the world by storm, as has the music. In this classic, Anney and Samantha talk about why, and why it matters.

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March 20, 2026 63 mins

Anney and Samantha reflect on the past, give some updates about the present, and discuss the future.

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March 19, 2026 19 mins

Anney's neighborhood cat has caused conversation and reflection.

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In 2015, Instagram banned the eggplant emoji from their search function in an attempt to shutdown #EggplantFriday. In this classic episode, Anney and Samantha delve into the history of the eggplant emoji's rise to infamous sexting icon.

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Tina Belcher is a teenage girl who is unapologetically who she is - an awkward romantic who likes butts. We dish on this fan favorite Bob's Burgers character.

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Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to listen to this classic episode on the history of female assassins and spies, both fictional and not. Intrigue! Betrayal! Danger! And don't forget style.

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March 14, 2026 23 mins

In this classic, Anney and Samantha delve into stories of some of history's most fearsome women of the seas. Dramatic poetry reading included.

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March 13, 2026 42 mins

Yves illuminates the story of Felicia Abban, a professional photographer in Ghana who made a name for herself. 

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March 12, 2026 19 mins

Samantha shares update of her new adventures in teaching.

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March 11, 2026 47 mins

Friend of the show Dr. Sika Dedo joins us to talk about her research around HIV/AIDS in Senegal and the lessons we can learn from it.

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March 10, 2026 11 mins

Today we're showcasing the activism of baker and author Paola Velez.

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Since the beginning, Falling back and Springing Forward have drawn ire, discussion and research, but Daylight Saving Time has a specific impact on women. We discuss in the classic episode.

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