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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July 28, 2026 8 mins

Black autistic Brazilian activist Luciana Viegas has advocated for the rights and protections of people with disabilities and Black folks in Brazil for many years. We go over some of the milestones.

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Perimenopause has long been misunderstood and understood, but new research indicates it impacts health in a multitude of ways. Anney and Samantha shift through fluctuating beliefs, recent research and potential ways to improve the situation.

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July 25, 2026 19 mins

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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July 24, 2026 56 mins

Yves uncovers the many layers of Indigenous archaeologist (and actress) Bertha Parker Cody.

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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 people are sick of this trope, and how it shifts in queer relationships.

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July 22, 2026 18 mins

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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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 own diagnosis. We dig into her story and why her depiction meant so much.

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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 tariffs in this classic episode.

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July 18, 2026 13 mins

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-year-old blind earthbender, her character was initially designed very differently. In this classic, we dig into her history and why she's so beloved.

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July 17, 2026 65 mins

The 2024 animated film Inside Out 2 tackled topics of puberty, anxiety and mental health. From SMNTY headquarters, Anney and Samantha unbox their emotions about friendships, changes, and the benefits of emotional balance.

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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.

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July 15, 2026 32 mins

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 the understanding of it has evolved over time, especially when it comes to gender norms and women.

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Today we showcase the works of disabled, neurodivergent, Afro-Latina activist and artist Jen White-Johnson.

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July 13, 2026 43 mins

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 determination, difficulties and successes of a group of people growing up in the disability rights movement, what they accomplished, and the importance of inclusivity.

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Women have long been leaders in the disability rights movement, and were the driving force in getting the Americans with Disabilities Act passed. In this classic, we spotlight some of the notable women that made the ADA happen.

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July 10, 2026 28 mins

We wrap up our look at LGBTQ+ organizations in the US with the west coast.

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The history of disability representation hasn't been great, but thanks to creations and calls from players, it is improving!

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July 8, 2026 22 mins

This Disability Pride, Anney and Samantha check in on some of the big conversations happening now, and how they are reminders of why intersectionality is so important.

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Today we cover the journey and works of astronomer and scientist Wanda Diaz Merced.

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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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