Stuff Mom Never Told You

Latest Episodes:

ICE: How We Got Here (Part 5) May 08, 2026

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In our ongoing look at what is going on with ICE in the US (and elsewhere), we hone in on the numerous issues surrounding detention centers.

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Happy Hour #219: SMNTY Grows a Garden May 07, 2026

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Samantha shares successes, worries and hopes of her garden. Also talking to your plants is normal and healthy. Really!

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The Social Network with Bridget Todd May 06, 2026

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Bridget Todd joins us to break down the 2010 film The Social Network, a drama chronicling the founding of Facebook. We discuss male insecurity, rage and misogyny in the tech industry, and how the story hits now.

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Activists Around the World: Sunu P. Chandy May 05, 2026

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Today we spotlight the vast works of civil rights attorney, social justice activist and poet/writer Sunu P. Chandy.

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SMNTY Classics: Ruth Shady May 04, 2026

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In this classic episode, let's talk about Ruth Shady, a woman who is putting Indiana Jones to shame.

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SMNTY Classics: Mean Girls Run the World? May 02, 2026

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Since pretty much ever, we've had the trope of the mean girl. You know her - she's rich, popular, has a group supporting her, and is the foil for the heroine. We trace the history, evolution and changing meaning of the Mean Girl in this classic.

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SMNTY Classics: The Women of Wildland Firefighting May 02, 2026

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When it comes to fighting wildfires, women have historically faced a lot of obstacles. In this classic, we uncover the often overlooked history of women doing this difficult work, the progress that's been made, and the work that still needs to be done.

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Happy Hour #218: A New (?) Hope May 01, 2026

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Star Wars Day is upon us once again! We talk about some recent news from a galaxy far, far away and holding on to hope.

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Straightwashing and Placement Theory Apr 29, 2026

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Straightwashing has a long history and according to some, has gotten worse in recent years. Anney and Samantha navigate the history off straightwashing and chat about a related topic, placement theory.

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Activists Around the World: Sylvia Earle Apr 29, 2026

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Anney and Samantha dive into the numerous accomplishments of marine biologist and explorer Sylvia Earle.

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