Stuff Mom Never Told You

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.

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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.

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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.

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Asking for help is one thing. What about accepting it? Where is the line when it comes to asking too much?

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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. 

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Today we're highlighting the work of indigenous and disability activist Christine Kandie.

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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.

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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.

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Tilda confronts someone from her past who places his faith in her, and gives her the tools to save her son.

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Samantha has started a garden. She delves into the benefits and rewards.

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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. 

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Today we're highlighting the Marriage Equality for Disabled Adults Act, inspired by Lori Long.

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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.

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Friend of the show Joey gives us a rundown on the wide array of experiences and histories that encompass identifying as non-binary.

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Yaa Asantewaa has a storied history of leadership and fighting for her beliefs. Yves sheds light on her life and accomplishments.

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Recent experiences with the healthcare industry have Anney and Samantha discussing some of the odder things that came up.

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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.

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In honor of Pride month, we highlight more LGBTQ+ organizations doing important work.

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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?

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