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The History of Black History Month Feb 04, 2026

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February 2026 is the hundredth anniversary of Black History Month in the United States. What is the history of it and why is it important, especially now?

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Activists Around the World: Mikaela Loach Feb 03, 2026

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Today, we're spotlighting the work of climate activist, author and podcaster Mikaela Loach.

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Monday Mini Classic: Doth SMNTY Speak Too Much? Feb 02, 2026

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Where does the stereotype that women talk too much, and talk more than men, come from? Turns out there is a long history that we are still feeling to this day. We discuss in this classic episode.

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SMNTY Classics: An Overview of Women Coaches and Referees Jan 31, 2026

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Though women have been present in sports since the beginning, numerous obstacles have often stood in the way of them becoming coaches and referees. In this classic, we examine the playbook to look at the history of why this is and the ways people are trying to change it.

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Feminist Movie Friday: Romy and Michele's High School Reunion Jan 30, 2026

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The 1997 cult classic film Romy and Michele's High School Reunion followed two best friends from childhood friends to adult besties, though their friendship is tested by their upcoming ten year high school reunion. We talk friendships, cliques, the meaning of success, complete with 90s fashion, technology and fashion in all its glory.

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Happy Hour #205: Empathy in Gaming Jan 29, 2026

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A new game appears to be bringing out empathy online. Samantha and Anney chat about what's going on, and why it's a good thing.

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A Tale of Three Games Jan 28, 2026

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Anney and Samantha give an update on cozy gaming, and give reviews of three games they played for this episode (one new one, a Samantha recommendation and an Anney recommendation).

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Activists Around the World: Dr. Heidi Sevestre Jan 27, 2026

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Today we're talking about climate activist and glaciologist Dr. Heidi Sevestre.

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Monday Mini Classic: The Male Loneliness Epidemic Jan 26, 2026

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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? We discuss in this classic episode.

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SMNTY Classics: SMNTY Ships It Jan 24, 2026

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Shipping has gone from a derided part of fandom to a mainstream component, and with that has come good and bad. We talk about the history and psychology of shipping, and why shipping should be included in our conversations about the beauties and toxicities of fandom in this classic episode.

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