Women, May Day and International Workers' Day
For many of us, May Day conjures images of Spring Festivals, but also a day dedicated to workers' rights, known as International Workers' Day. The two are related, and shine a light on so many intersectional issues that continue to be important.
Feminists Around the World: Tawakkul Karmān
Yemeni activist who has been working for the rights and nonviolent resistance for women’s rights and freedoms.
Monday Mini: Man v. Bear
Would you rather be stuck in the woods with a man or a bear? This hypothetical question went viral and exposed so much more.
SMNTY Classics: Women and Happiness (Part 2)
In part two of this classic, we talk about all of the pressures and responsibilities impacting women's happiness, the happiness gender gap, and the importance of parity in government.
SMNTY Fiction: Terminus, Part 2 (Chapter 5)
In the wake of a dire message, Tilda and Madison ponder the 'right' course of action and wrestle with morality in a dying world.
Happy Hour #125: Where There's Smoke (SATC S3 Ep. 1)
Our watch podcast of Sex and the City is back! We open Season 3 with a bang, bringing in our friend and executive producer Maya to discuss the idea of women and rescue, independence, and not so great dudes.
The First Lady of the Internet
Bridget Todd shines a light on the Lenna image, an image that became foundational to the internet and has an enduring legacy. The story of how this image became so widespread without the consent or fair compensation of the model in question highlights problematic attitudes around women in tech spac…
Fictional Feminists Around the World: Samantha Carter
In Stargate SG-1, Samantha Carter held many titles and shattered many stereotypes (while also upholding some). We decode her fictional and IRL accomplishments and legacy.
Monday Mini: The Song of Cicadas
As we prepare for the historic emergence of two broods of cicadas, we unearth the story of the often forgotten woman behind a key cicada discovery.
SMNTY Classics: Women And Happiness, Part 1
What's the state of women and happiness? It's a mixed bag. In this classic, we react to some opposing takes on women's happiness. Send good news please.