A Female Firsts Special

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A Female Firsts Special

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Jul 30, 2021

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In this very special episode of Female Firsts, Yves, Anney and Samantha finally get their cheesecake and champagne while discussing the importance of historical firsts and the context around them. And bikes!
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Jul 30, 2021

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Join hosts Anney and Samantha to listen to Stuff Mom Never Told You, continuing the conversation of what it is to identify as female through research-based discussion around feminism and how it impacts everyday life. New episodes come out Wednesday and Friday.

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What is the Marilyn Monroe hormone?: A study from the University of Texas has identified what is being called the 'Marilyn Monroe' hormone. Find out what this new hormone suggests about female mating habits and body type in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Where do food cravings come from?: Whether you're longing for cupcakes or chicken wings, food cravings are to blame. Why do we hanker for certain foods? Do women crave more than men? Delve into the tasty topic of food cravings in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Do men and women have different brains?: When it comes to gender differences, there's no subject more fraught than our brains. Are men really better at reading maps? Are women wired to gab? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to get to the heart of the matter (brain matter, that is). by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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How often should I wash my hair?: Lather-rinse-repeat is a common mantra for Americans, but all that shampooing can be bad for your hair. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to uncover past hairwashing trends and a new movement to cut back on the 'poo. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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How the Girl Scouts Work: Girl Scouts and their cookies are as American as apple pie, but where did they come from? Discover the sweet -- and sometimes controversial -- story of the Girl Scouts in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Are diamonds a girl's best friend?: Women and diamonds share a special bond, but have you ever wondered why? As it turns out, the answer has a lot to do with clever marketing. Explore the multifaceted history of diamonds in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Why do women have more migraines than men?: Seventeen percent of women report migraine pain, but only six percent of men suffer from these debilitating headaches -- why is that? Tune in as our experts take a look at migraines in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Should boys get the cervical cancer vaccine?: HPV, the most common sexually transmitted disease in the US, affects both men and women. Could the vaccine that helps women combat HPV-related health problems also benefit men? Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
11 min listen
Does perfume make you more attractive?: If you're like many women, you've spritzed on perfume before going out. But have you ever wondered what that sweet scent is really doing for you? Sniff out the science and stereotypes behind perfume in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Will there ever be male birth control?: Several methods of male birth control, from implants to injections, are currently being tested. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out how soon you'll be able to find male birth control in your local pharmacy. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Do you really need to have a period every month?: Advances in birth control have made monthly menstrual periods optional, but is it healthy to skip periods? Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to weigh the pros and cons of skipping a monthly period. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
15 min listen
Is my brain making me buy things I don't need?: Stereotypes peg women as shopaholics, but studies show that both men and women are susceptible to compulsive shopping. Discover how our brains -- and savvy marketers -- influence our purchases in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
19 min listen
Is there a gender wage gap?: Statistics show that female workers still bring home less bacon than men. Tune in to this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to hear Molly and Cristen debate possible causes of this gender wage gap and ways to address it. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Is marriage a good investment?: Marriage has pros and cons, but is it a good investment? Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com to find out how matrimony affects your bottom line, particularly if you're a woman. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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What's the deal with pink and blue?: Traditionally, female infants in the US are dressed in pink, and males are dressed in blue -- but why? Tune in and learn more about the pink-and-blue phenomenon in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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What are some surprising things you can recycle?: These days, recycling goes way beyond glass and paper. How about old shoes? Prom dresses? Join Molly and Cristen as they discuss some of the surprising things you can recycle in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Should I donate my eggs?: Modern reproductive technology allows women to donate their eggs. Egg donation can be lucrative, but it's also complicated. Tune in as Molly and Cristen discuss the details of egg donation in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Do men use anabolic steroids more than women?: Studies say that male athletes are more likely to use anabolic steroids than females. Why? Tune in to explore possible reasons for this difference -- and some disturbing trends in female steroid use -- in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
16 min listen
Barbie's Secret Past: Barbie is an extremely popular children's toy, but her origins aren't so innocent. Uncover Barbie's dark, secret past in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by Stuff Mom Never Told You
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