While fandom can provide community and so much more, it can also lead to unhealthy parasocial relationships. And even when healthy, girls are often demonized for it. We dig into some recent events and research. 

While fandom can provide community and so much more, it can also lead to unhealthy parasocial relationships. And even when healthy, girls are often demonized for it. We dig into some recent events and research.&nbsp;

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.

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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Monday Mini: Fandom and Obsession

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Friend of the show Dr. Sika Dedo joins us to talk about her research around HIV/AIDS in Senegal and the lessons we can learn from it.

Friend of the show Dr. Sika Dedo joins us to talk about her research around HIV/AIDS in Senegal and the lessons we can learn from it.

SMNTY Interviews: Dr. Sika Dedo

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Today we're showcasing the activism of baker and author Paola Velez.

Today we're showcasing the activism of baker and author Paola Velez.

Activists Around the World: Paola Velez

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Since the beginning, Falling back and Springing Forward have drawn ire, discussion and research, but Daylight Saving Time has a specific impact on women. We discuss in the classic episode.

Since the beginning, Falling back and Springing Forward have drawn ire, discussion and research, but Daylight Saving Time has a specific impact on women. We discuss in the classic episode.

Monday Mini Classics: Daylight Saving Time

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Monday Mini: Fandom and Obsession

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