Stuff Mom Never Told you
Stuff Mom Never Told You
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Why do adults still get acne?
Acne is typically associated with teenagers and puberty, but unfortunately, ...
Acne is typically associated with teenagers and puberty, but unfortunately, it doesn't always go away with age. In this episode, Molly and Cristen talk about what studies and statistics suggest about the phenomenon of adult acne.
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Why do women carry handbags?
These days, a majority of modern women carry a handbag ...
These days, a majority of modern women carry a handbag of some sort. Why are purses so popular with women? And why are they so expensive? In this episode, Molly and Cristen take a look at the cultural history and gender implications of handbags.
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Why do women smell like onions and men like cheese?
When it comes to body odor, we all smell a ...
When it comes to body odor, we all smell a little different. But are there distinct gender differences? In this episode, Molly and Cristen discuss how body odor works, the many factors that can affect it -- and tactful ways to address a body odor problem.
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Do gal pals sync up periods?
There's a commonly held belief that women's periods synchronize when ...
There's a commonly held belief that women's periods synchronize when they spend a lot of time together. This popular theory has a scientific basis, but more recent studies suggest that it's not actually valid. Tune in and learn more in this episode.
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5 Iconic Cosmetics
In this episode, Molly and Cristen list five of the ...
In this episode, Molly and Cristen list five of the most iconic cosmetics in the history of modern makeup.
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Why is Scandinavia so great for women?
Scandinavian countries are reportedly tops when it comes to gender ...
Scandinavian countries are reportedly tops when it comes to gender equality. Why? In this episode, Molly and Cristen examine the factors that contribute to Scandinavia's woman-friendly reputation -- and whether they're a good measure of gender equality.
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A Tribute to our Favorite Dolls, Non-Barbie Edition
In this episode, Molly and Cristen take a nostalgic trip ...
In this episode, Molly and Cristen take a nostalgic trip down memory lane as they pay tribute to three beloved (non-Barbie) dolls from their childhoods.
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Does celibacy have any health benefits?
A recent trend has seen young people -- especially women ...
A recent trend has seen young people -- especially women -- choosing to be celibate for non-religious reasons. But why? In this episode, Molly and Cristen discuss the cultural history, gender implications and possible benefits of celibacy.
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Should chivalry die?
Chivalry was originally the code of behavior for medieval knights; ...
Chivalry was originally the code of behavior for medieval knights; today, the term is synonymous with courteous male behavior towards women. But is modern chivalry obsolete? Molly and Cristen ponder chivalry, courtesy and feminism in this episode.
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Do men lose weight faster than women?
When it comes to shedding pounds, men have an advantage: ...
When it comes to shedding pounds, men have an advantage: They lose weight faster and more easily than women do. Why? In this episode, Molly and Cristen examine the many variables that affect weight loss in general -- and female weight loss in particular.
