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The Changing Conversation about AI Companions Jul 29, 2026

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In honor of the release of her audiobook Love at First Prompt, Bridget Todd breaks down the questions we should be asking about the relationships people form with AI, the attempts to legislate around them, and the companies profiting from the desire for emotional connection.

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Activists Around the World: Luciana Viegas Jul 28, 2026

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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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What is Perimenopause and Can We Make it Easier? Jul 27, 2026

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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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SMNTY Classics: Savoring Savor Jul 25, 2026

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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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Female Firsts: Bertha Parker Cody Jul 24, 2026

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

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Happy Hour #230: The (Queer) Miscommunication Trope Jul 23, 2026

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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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SMNTY Classics: Hyper Independence Jul 22, 2026

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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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Fictional Women Around the World: Norma Khan Jul 21, 2026

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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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SMNTY Classics: Women, Taxes and Tariffs Jul 20, 2026

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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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SMNTY Classics: Toph Beifong Jul 18, 2026

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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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