It's no secret that some people think soap operas are just junky TV for housewives. But is that true? Join Cristen and Molly as they trace the history and evolution of soap operas and see how these shows have influenced most of what we watch today in this classic episode. 

It's no secret that some people think soap operas are just junky TV for housewives. But is that true? Join Cristen and Molly as they trace the history and evolution of soap operas and see how these shows have influenced most of what we watch today in this classic episode.

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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SMNTY Classics: Are soap operas underrated in TV history?

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Bridget Todd joins us to break down the resurgence of the girlboss mindset, now with AI.

Bridget Todd joins us to break down the resurgence of the girlboss mindset, now with AI.

Is AI the New Girlboss?

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Today we highlight the activism and work of Cambodian Chef Nak, and talk about the importance of preserving recipes.

Today we highlight the activism and work of Cambodian Chef Nak, and talk about the importance of preserving recipes.

Activists Around the World: Chef Nak

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Coralie Fargeat's film The Substance has made quite a splash and drummed up a lot of conversation. In this classic, Anney and Samantha peel back the layers of ageism, consumption, quick fixes, misogyny, self-hatred, and desperation.

Coralie Fargeat's film The Substance has made quite a splash and drummed up a lot of conversation. In this classic, Anney and Samantha peel back the layers of ageism, consumption, quick fixes, misogyny, self-hatred, and desperation.

SMNTY Classics: The Substance

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SMNTY Classics: Are soap operas underrated in TV history?

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