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How do yeast infections work? Why don't men wear makeup? You can count on Molly and Cristen to fill each week with Stuff Mom Never Told You. Tune in and learn more in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com.
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Latest episode: May 16, 2012 | 9:53 am - How Rehab Works
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How Rehab Works
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May 16, 2012 | 9:53 am
Every year, a few celebrities take a trip to the Betty Ford Clinic -- but who was Betty Ford? In this episode, Caroline and Cristen explore the mainstreaming of drug/alcohol rehab programs, as well as the odds of relapsing after rehab.
Are women more prone to addiction?
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May 14, 2012 | 10:25 am
Did you know that female addiction tends to “telescope,” intensifying more quickly than male addiction? Doctors are just now understanding sex differences in substance abuse and addiction behaviors. Listen in to learn more about estrogen and addiction.
What are SlutWalks?
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May 09, 2012 | 10:48 am
SlutWalks have drawn a lot of attention -- but what are they? What is the etymology of “slut,” and should women reclaim it? Join Cristen and Caroline as they explore the history of SlutWalk activism, along with controversy surrounding the movement.
Uncomfortable Histories of High School Prom
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May 07, 2012 | 10:20 am
In 2012, U.S. parents will spend $1,087 to send their child to prom. It's a big business, but how did it get started? Caroline and Cristen recount the checkered past of the prom, including racial segregation, sexual discrimination and the ACLU.
When should parents talk to their kids about sex?
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May 02, 2012 | 9:41 am
Does “the talk” make a difference in teen sexual behavior? Is it true that 40% of adolescents get “the talk” after they’ve engaged in sexual intercourse? How should parents talk about sex with LGBT youth? Tune in for more with Cristen and Caroline.
Q&A with Heterosexuality Historian Hanne Blank
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April 30, 2012 | 1:51 pm
In this episode, Hanne Blank discusses her new book, “Straight: A Surprisingly Brief History of Heterosexuality." The term “heterosexual” was coined in 1868. Tune in to learn more about heterosexuality and the development of the American middle class.
Are introverts undervalued?
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April 25, 2012 | 10:29 am
Susan Cain's book “Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking” has generated a surge of interest in introverts. But are introverts getting a fair shake? Join Caroline and Cristen as they take a closer look at introversion.
Beyond Bake Sales: A History of the PTA
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April 23, 2012 | 11:00 am
In this episode, Caroline and Cristen look back on the history of U.S. public education and the Progressive Era. PTA began with the 1897 formation of the National Congress of Mothers. So what’s the difference between the PTA and PTOs? Tune in to find out.
Why do we paint our nails?
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April 18, 2012 | 9:18 am
Nail polish sales have skyrocketed since 2011, and historically nail polish and colors denoted class from ancient China to Victorian England. Tune in to learn how Revlon turned modified auto paint into a billion-dollar beauty industry.
When did women start running marathons?
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April 16, 2012 | 2:28 pm
On April 16th, 1972, women were finally allowed to run in the Boston Marathon. (Amateur rules prohibited women from running until research proved that it wouldn’t ruin their wombs.) Join Caroline and Cristen as they take a look at women and marathons.
Can you judge a book by its cover?
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April 11, 2012 | 10:39 am
It's no secret that first impressions count for a lot, but how does the science of first impressions actually work? Listen in to learn more about how people judge first impressions -- and whether these judgments are accurate.
The Potty Politics of Public Restrooms
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April 09, 2012 | 9:08 am
Public restrooms are loaded with politics. Did you know that public restrooms were originally intended for men only? Join Caroline and Cristen as they explore the strange history of public restrooms, touching on potty parity laws, civil rights and more.
Lady Pilots: Beyond Amelia Earhart
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April 04, 2012 | 9:21 am
While Amelia Earhart might be the world's most famous female aviator, she's certainly not the only one. In this episode, Cristen and Caroline take a closer look at the astonishing stories of female pilot pioneers, along with the impact of Amelia Earhart.
Where did spring break come from?
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April 02, 2012 | 10:05 am
The origin of spring break dates back to a Colgate University swim coach, and Fort Lauderdale was the first spring break capitol. Tune in to learn more about spring break, along with the relationship between spring break and sexual health.
Do age gaps matter in romantic relationships?
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March 28, 2012 | 10:02 am
A typical U.S. couple will have an age gap of 2.3 years -- but this wasn't always the case. Join Caroline and Cristen as they explore the average age gap, May-December relationships and the ultimate question: How large is too large of an age gap?
Does birth control promote promiscuity?
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March 26, 2012 | 1:48 pm
In this episode, Cristen and Caroline examine the relationship birth control and perceptions of promiscuity. Learn more about how birth control historically affected the outlook on premarital sex, and what happens when the cost of birth control rises.
Is yoga bad for your body?
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March 21, 2012 | 11:12 am
How did yoga become popular in the U.S.? In this episode, Cristen and Caroline take a closer look at the health benefits and physical risks of practicing yoga. Tune in to learn more.
Does airbrushing damage body image?
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March 19, 2012 | 9:51 am
The United Kingdom has regulations against airbrushing in advertising, and the American Medical Association has an anti-airbrushing warning -- so how bad can airbrushing be? Join Cristen and Caroline as they explore the history of photo manipulation.
‘Hooker Teacher’ to Activist: A Talk with Melissa Petro
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March 14, 2012 | 11:13 am
Cristen and Caroline talk to Melissa Petro, sex worker activist who retired from the New York City public school system after the media publicized her past work as a stripper and Craigslist sex worker. Petro talks to Stuff Mom Never Told You about how she’s managed life since the scandal, the difference between consensual sex work and sex trafficking and why retiring from prostitution or escort work isn’t as easy as people might think.
Are gay households more egalitarian?
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March 12, 2012 | 6:49 am
Studies have shown that the division of household labor is far from equal in most heterosexual domestic relationships -- but what about same-sex couples? Tune in as Cristen and Caroline explore the differences between labor division in these two groups.
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