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ICYMI: There Are No New Jokes On the Internet Jun 25, 2022

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Log onto any social app and you’ll quickly find content that’s been ported over from another platform. On the show today, Rachelle and Madison talk about the homogenization of internet humor and how every platform is trying to copy its competition. Then they discuss the return of anonymous online spaces with the new app NGL, an app that allows people to solicit anonymous comments and questions from Instagram, and why these anonymous spaces always tend toward toxicity.

Make sure to check out our episode on period trackers, and the newest season of Slow Burn.

This podcast is produced by Daniel Schroeder, Rachelle Hampton, and Madison Malone Kircher.

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The Waves: What The F*** Do We Do Now? Jun 24, 2022

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On this emergency episode of The Waves, Slate senior producer Cheyna Roth and Slate senior staff writer Christina Cauterucci respond to the decision by the US Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade and get real about how they’re handling this devastating blow.

Read Christina’s piece on medication abortions here. Find all of Slate’s coverage of Roe v Wade here, and a guide to basic questions about what happens next here.

Recommendations:

Cheyna: Getting your kid the COVID vaccine and JellyCat stuffed animals.

Christina: Fire Island on Hulu.

Podcast production by Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Shannon Palus and Alicia Montgomery.

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Spoiler Specials: Lightyear Jun 24, 2022

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This week’s Spoiler Specials takes on Lightyear. Slate’s movie critic, Dana Stevens, and senior editor, Sam Adams spoil the new animated film from Disney.

Note: As the title indicates, this podcast contains spoilers galore.

Read Dana’s review here and Sam’s review here.

Email us at spoilers@slate.com.

Podcast production by Jasmine Ellis and Kevin Bendis.

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A Word: Full Court Stress Jun 24, 2022

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With the Golden State Warriors wrapping up another championship, NBA players are settling in for the off-season when many will be working on physical fitness and strength. But more teams are recognizing that mental fitness –especially for a league full of young Black men– is just as important. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by Corey Yeager, a life coach and psychotherapist for NBA’s Detroit Pistons. They discuss how Black athletes are dealing with the mental challenges of the pandemic, the racial reckoning, and other political issues, on top of the pressure to perform on the court.

Guest: Corey Yeager, psychotherapist, life coach and author of the forthcoming book “How Am I Doing?: 40 Conversations to Have with Yourself.”

Podcast production by Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola

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The Waves: How Gone Girl Changed Publishing Jun 23, 2022

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On this week’s episode of The Waves, Slate staff writer Heather Schwedel is joined by Slate books and culture columnist Laura Miller on the ten year anniversary of Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl. They talk about the initial reaction to Gone Girl, why the twists packed such a punch, and the enduring impact of the famous “cool girl” speech. Then they explore why, despite many books proclaiming to be so, there has never really been another Gone Girl.

In Slate Plus, Laura takes Heather behind the scenes of book blurbs.

Recommendations:

Heather: The Palace Papers by Tina Brown

Laura: TV series Redemption, available on BritBox

Podcast production by Cheyna Roth with editorial oversight by Shannon Palus and Alicia Montgomery.

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ICYMI: Why Can’t Lesbians Escape Men on Dating Apps? Jun 22, 2022

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Lesbians on dating and hookup apps aren’t looking for men, but that’s what platforms like Bumble and Tinder are serving them. On today’s show, Madison and Rachelle speak to some queer women who’ve had this problem and what sorts of issues it creates. Then they discuss the women-focused apps that’ve tried to fill that space, and why it’s so difficult to find safe queer dates online.

This podcast is produced by Daniel Schroeder, Madison Malone Kircher, and Rachelle Hampton.

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Culture Gabfest: Running Up That Flaming Hill Jun 22, 2022

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This week, the panel begins by trying out the new Adam Sandler film on Netflix, Hustle. Then, they discuss the new hit Indian film RRR. Finally, the panel is joined by host of Slate's Hit Parade podcast, Chris Molanphy, to discuss musician Kate Bush's recent rise in the charts.

In Slate Plus, the panel debates which SNL stars became the best film actors.

Email us at culturefest@slate.com

Endorsements

Dana: A crown of sonnets, For My Father: A Sonnet Redouble, by Alexis Sears in Literary Matters.

Julia: Cheap hack to kitchen luxury: buy yourself 4 or 5 complete sets of measuring spoons.

Steve: Elvis Costello and Chet Baker performing together.

Podcast production by Cameron Drews. Production assistance by Nadira Goffe.

Outro music: "Bring My Friends" by Tigerblood Jewel.

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Outward: The Promise of Pride Jun 22, 2022

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It’s story time, fam! This month, Bryan, Christina, and Jules talk about whether—and why—we still need Pride. Every Pride is someone’s first, and to get that fresh perspective, the hosts spoke with Sammie Bennett, who just celebrated for the first time in Kalamazoo, Michigan. They then talk about their own memories and feelings about the annual queer gathering.

Thanks to Alicia DeMaio for our first "Thots & Queries" segment. Here’s the them.us piece she referenced.

Items discussed in the show:

“The Battle Over Gender Therapy,” by Emily Bazelon in the New York Times Magazine

Jules’ Twitter thread

Jules’ Substack response

Postmates’ “Eat With Pride” ad campaign

Leo Herrera’s Instagram story about this campaign

Christina’s Slate story about a U-Haul truck full of Nazis who headed to a Pride celebration in Idaho.

New York City Drag March

Gay Agenda

Bryan: Buzzfeed’s roundup of “This Pride Month” memes

Christina: Kaftko

Jules: Read a banned LGBTQ book

This podcast was produced by June Thomas.

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Hang Up: How Nike Changed America Jun 22, 2022

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Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin are joined by ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski to discuss the Stanley Cup Finals. They also talk about Dream On, the ESPN documentary on the 1996 U.S. women’s Olympic basketball team. Finally, they assess Nike upon its 50th anniversary.

Stanley Cup (2:40): Insidethe match-up between the Colorado Avalanche and Tampa Bay Lightning.

Dream On (26:57): Looking back at a landmark moment for women’s sports.

Nike (50:25): How it became a cultural behemoth.

Afterball (1:12:00): Stefan on his daughter, Scrabble, and Steph Curry.

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Working: Writer Barbara Wilson on the Origins of Feminist Publisher Seal Press Jun 19, 2022

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This week, host June Thomas talks to Barbara Wilson, author of multiple mystery novels and co-founder of the feminist publishing house Seal Press, which launched in 1976. In the interview, Barbara starts by discussing her mystery novels and her decision to revive the character Cassandra Reilly. Then she talks about her experience co-founding Seal Press and the challenges that she and her colleagues faced as indie publishers.

After the interview, June and co-hose Isaac Butler chat about the use of formulas in fiction.

In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, Barbara explains why she changed her name to Barbara Sjoholm and started publishing certain books under that name.

Send your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com or give us a call at (304) 933-9675.

Podcast production by Cameron Drews.

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