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Each week a pair of writers and guests talk through one news story we can’t stop thinking about, and unpack what gender has to do with it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Its feminism stays concrete, connecting public power to bodies, work, culture, and the negotiations inside relationships.
The Waves: Gender, Relationships, Feminism turns gender into a practical line of inquiry, following it from bodily autonomy and workplace power into celebrity culture, sport, and household money.
From World Cup fervor to period shame, your feminist curiosity can change subjects without changing shows.
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A sports scandal becomes a sharp conversation about labor, power, and womens visibility.
The episode turns Spain's 2023 Womens World Cup win into a search for power, protest, and the cost of speaking plainly. It follows the forceful kiss, the federation politics around Jenny Hermoso and Luis Rubiales, and then opens into a labor story about how womens sports are…
A quiet, sharp conversation about living without romantic love and the habits built around it.
Rebecca Onion and Amy Key use Joni Mitchell's Blue as a way into a personal discussion about living without romantic love. The episode stays close to Key's own story before widening into money, debt, housing, and the ways spending can get tangled up with wanting to feel more…
A thoughtful look at why fairy tales still grip us, and what feminism does with them.
The episode treats fairy tales as stories that still shape ideas about women, romance, duty, and reward. Laura Miller and Kelly Link move from Cinderella and Beauty and the Beast to a larger question: what gets preserved when stories are retold, and what those versions keep…
A careful conversation about menstruation that uses inclusive language to sharpen the point.
The Waves treats menstruation as both personal and social, and it keeps asking who gets centered in that conversation and who gets left out. Rather than leaning on the familiar book-or-movie version of a first period as a dramatic rite of passage, it looks at the topic with more…
A marriage conversation that uses money to measure care, power, and the room to breathe.
Money sits at the center here, but the episode really turns on what a long partnership asks of someone who wants both security and room to make her own work.
A faith-centered case for bodily autonomy that links abortion to the wider politics of control.
The piece treats abortion as part of a larger faith argument about moral agency, bodily autonomy, and self-determination. It works best when it broadens the frame to include infertility, miscarriage, pregnancy loss, gender-affirming care, trans and queer youth, contraception,…
A candid look at how love, money, and ambition keep asking for the same calendar.
Meredith Goldstein frames this episode around a simple but uncomfortable question: who gets room to chase a book, and who ends up carrying the cost?
A sharp look at beauty as labor, safety, and social pressure.
The episode treats beauty less as vanity than as work, status, and a way to get by. Julia Craven and Elyse Hugh talk through perfection culture, pretty privilege, and capitalism's grip on how people are seen and how they present themselves.
Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson debate Canadian politics, from Alberta separatism to Ottawa's bureaucracy.
Robert Evans, Katie Stoll, and Cody Johnston build fake conspiracies and mock right-wing media.
Jonah Goldberg's literate, dry-witted arguments about politics and ideas.
This podcast episode recaps episode five of The Golden Bachelor, discussing the elimination of a negative contestant and a recent profile on Gerry.
This episode discusses the year in celebrity memoirs while also touching on favorite TV shows like Apid Elementary and Interview with a Vampire.
This episode explores the impact and legacy of Sheryl Sandberg's 2013 book 'Lean In' on feminism and women in the workplace, featuring personal reflections and historical context.
A feminist podcast episode exploring how anime, particularly series like Sailor Moon and Inuyasha, resonates with women and connects to gender issues.
This episode is a recap of The Golden Bachelor featuring host Laura Stassi discussing the show's events, particularly focusing on Gerry's emotional moments.
This episode recaps The Golden Bachelor's Fantasy Suite week, analyzing the cultural and generational reactions to discussions about sex and relationships among older contestants.
This episode analyzes why Joe Jonas's 'Bad Mommy' story failed to gain traction, exploring the broader context of celebrity divorces and their often ugly, public nature.
This episode explores gender inequality in the music industry, focusing on challenges faced by female artists like Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, including underrepresentation on charts and awards, and societal double standards.
Two Slate producers recap and discuss the finale of season two of HBO's 'And Just Like That', sharing mixed feelings about the season while looking forward to the announced third season.
This episode explores the personal and cultural reasons for taking a sabbatical, touching on toxic workplace dynamics, personal struggles, and broader societal issues affecting workers.
A recap and analysis of The Golden Bachelor finale discussing the show's dating formula, gender dynamics, and entertainment value.
The host reflects on her personal journey to understand feminism, from college projects to hosting The Waves, in this final episode exploring what it means to be a feminist.
This episode discusses the WNBA season, including the Las Vegas Aces' recent championship win, broken records, and why listeners should support women's basketball.
This episode analyzes The Golden Bachelor reality dating show from a feminist perspective, exploring whether it genuinely represents mature relationships for older adults.
This episode discusses the mysterious disappearance of contestant Marina from The Golden Bachelor, with theories suggesting she may have been removed due to COVID-19.
This trailer announces a weekly recap podcast for HBO's 'And Just Like That' season 2, hosted by Slate Plus members with special guests.
This trailer announces a weekly recap podcast for HBO's And Just Like That season 2, hosted by Slate Plus members with special guests.
This episode recaps The Golden Bachelor's 'Women Tell All' episode, analyzing Gary's emotional decision-making and the show's portrayal of older adult dating.
This episode explores the cultural phenomenon of Bama Rush, the University of Alabama's sorority recruitment process that went viral on TikTok, featuring insights from sociologist Tressie McMillan-Cotton.
This episode analyzes the trend of exaggerated masculinity in 2022 U.S.
The hosts recap episode four of The Golden Bachelor, discussing the dynamics of group dates versus one-on-one dates and the rapid elimination process as the contestants are whittled down to six women.
The host reflects on her childhood encounter with the JonBenet Ramsey case in a tabloid, exploring the cultural fascination with dead girls through a feminist lens.
This episode analyzes the lack of authentic New York atmosphere in the TV show 'And Just Like That' and discusses character outfits and settings.
This episode explores the expansive Bravo reality television universe through a discussion with writer Shamira, examining its cultural significance and appeal.
In the final episode of The Waves, host Shaina Roth reflects on her personal journey with feminism, from college projects to podcast production, questioning what it truly means to identify as a feminist.
This episode discusses a Politico story about an Afghan family stuck in U.S.
Host Julia Craven interviews author Elyse Hugh about her book 'Flawless,' exploring how beauty culture intersects with capitalism, lookism, and systemic issues like surveillance in South Korea.
This episode explores the misogynistic history behind medical terms like 'geriatric pregnancy' and examines how biases in science and medicine affect women's reproductive health.
Two hosts discuss The Golden Bachelor, focusing on its portrayal of older adults in dating and their initial skepticism about the show's approach.
This episode discusses the life, legacy, and political impact of Senator Dianne Feinstein following her death at age 90, focusing on her historic tenure and what it means for Congress and the Democratic Party.
Host Daisy Rosario and guest Jessica Luther provide a comprehensive guide to the 2023 Women's World Cup, discussing the U.S.
Two podcast hosts discuss and critique the hometowns episode of The Golden Bachelor, analyzing why these family meetings feel particularly cringey with an older cast.
Host Laura Miller interviews author Kelly Link about her fairy tale-inspired collection 'White Cat, Black Dog,' exploring how fairy tales intersect with feminism, oral storytelling traditions, and gender.
Host Daisy Rosario interviews Maureen Ryan, author of 'Burn It Down,' about systemic abuse and inequality in Hollywood.
Host Sachi Cole and guest Maddie Lubchansky analyze why celebrities and institutions like the International Chess Federation are obsessed with trans issues, particularly targeting trans women in sports.
This episode of Love Letters explores how couples navigate money, career dreams, and compromise through interviews with writer Kara Baskin and financial therapist Sade Soares.
This episode explores whether traditional wedding dresses are dying out, featuring interviews with a 90-year-old family bridal shop in Michigan and a non-traditional custom designer in Brooklyn.
This episode explores menopause, discussing its symptoms, societal taboos, and practical advice for navigating this life stage, particularly for women in professional settings.
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This episode of The Waves discusses the forced kiss by Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales on player Jennifer Hermoso after Spain's Women's World Cup win, analyzing it as a case of workplace sexual assault and gender inequality in sports.
This episode examines the impact one year after the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v.
This episode of The Waves analyzes the sentencing of Tory Lanez for shooting Megan Thee Stallion, exploring themes of misogynoir, victim-blaming, and the 'Toronto Mans' archetype.
Author Amy Key discusses her memoir 'Arrangements in Blue,' exploring life without romantic love, from grief and shame to empowerment and community.
This episode explores why Barbie remains a cultural icon through generations, featuring an interview with M.G.
This episode explores why potential first ladies, particularly Casey DeSantis, emulate Jackie O's style, examining the role of political spouses in shaping public perception.
Host Shaina Roth interviews anthropologist Kate Clancy about her book 'Period,' exploring cultural shame around menstruation, its impact on healthcare, and how pop culture perpetuates stigma.
This episode of Love Letters explores how couples navigate financial tensions and career sacrifices in relationships, featuring stories from writer Kara Baskin and financial therapist Sade Soares.