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Welcome to The Gynarchy Podcast , where women's health and feminism intersect. Hosted by Dr. Kirti Patel, a board-certified ob/gyn with over 20 years of experience, this podcast dives deep into the topics that matter most to women. From the realities of childbirth and menopause to cultural trends and global women’s issues, we cover it all. This isn't just another health podcast—it's a space where we acknowledge the barriers women face in a patriarchal world and challenge the status quo. Expe ...
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Join two Big Bad Evil Girls as they rant about D&D, feminism, and the High Wizard of Patriarchy. In this monthly deep dive, hosts Shardae and Lyssa discuss the problematic past of tabletop RPGs and how we can learn from them. Have a seat, pour some ale, and roll some Dexterity saves to avoid all the broken glass.
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Welcome to another crucial episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am privileged to have Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, a board certified ob/gyn and urogynecologist, and Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, join me to discus…
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Welcome to another vital episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am honored to have Dr. Camille Clare, a board-certified Ob/Gyn, chair and tenured professor at Downstate Health Sciences University, and professor of health policy and management at Downstate Health Sciences’ School of Public Health in Brooklyn, NY, join me to discuss racism in wome…
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Lyssa and Shardae analyze Umberlee aka The Sea Bitch, contextualizing her within women's symbolic connections to water as well as two IRL mythological water deities. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources ~*~ Affiliate Links Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at Gametee for 5% off your entire order! Use code TRULLS at Green Leaf Geek for 10% off selec…
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Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I am thrilled to have Dr. Kelly Joy, a fellow ob/gyn and Swiftie, join me for a fun episode to discuss the impact of Taylor Swift as a feminist icon. In "Feminist Icon: Taylor Swift," we discuss the ways Taylor Swift has influenced and shaped feminist discourse through her music and public …
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Welcome to another essential episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! In this episode, I am honored to be joined ob/gyn, reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist, life sciences investor, and professor Dr. David Sable, to discuss the state of in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments and the future of fertility medicine. In "The State of IVF an…
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Lyssa and Shardae deep dive into the consorts of the Nine Hells, contextualizing their existence alongside IRL consorts as well as the concept of sexual politics. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources ~*~ Affiliate Links Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% off your order! Use code TRULLS at greenleafgeek.com for 10% off selecte…
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Welcome to The Gynarchy Podcast! In this premiere episode, I am thrilled to have Malia Funk, a former startup founder, young finance professional, and passionate women's health advocate, join me for a fun and inspiring chat on the basics of feminism. In "Feminism 101," we discuss what feminism means to us, discuss important milestones, and why it’s…
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Welcome back to The Gynarchy Podcast! In this insightful episode, we are joined by women’s health activist, educator, and nonprofit founder Jessica Pin to debunk some of the harmful myths about women’s anatomy, specifically the vulva and vagina. In "Myths about the Vulva and Vagina," Jessica and I discuss common misconceptions and provide accurate,…
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Welcome to another important episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! In this crucial discussion, I am honored to have Dr. Diane Horvath, a board certified ob/gyn, complex family planning physician, and abortion provider, join me to discuss the pressing issues surrounding attacks abortion and birth control. In "Attacks on Abortion and Birth Control," Diane…
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Welcome to The Gynarchy Podcast , where women's health and feminism intersect. Hosted by Dr. Kirti Patel, a board-certified ob/gyn with over 20 years of experience, this podcast dives deep into the topics that matter most to women. From the realities of childbirth and menopause to cultural trends and global women’s issues, we cover it all. This isn…
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Lyssa and Shardae compare how Daddy Devil himself, Asmodeus, appears in D&D compared his daughter, Glasya, tracing both origins back to their religious roots. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Join the harem on Patreon: patreon.com/slovenlytrulls ~*~ Affiliate Links Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% off your entire order!…
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Lyssa and Shardae tackle D&D she-devils, diving deep into the archduchess Fierna (and her daddy Belial) as well as the erinyes. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Join the harem on Patreon: patreon.com/slovenlytrulls ~*~ Affiliate links Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% of your entire order! Use code TRULLS at greenleafgee…
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Lyssa and Shardae discuss Kiaransalee, the drow deity of undeath and vengence, as well as her very... interesting clergy, contextualizing their portrayal alongside the history of necromancy. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Join the harem on Patreon: patreon.com/slovenlytrulls ~*~ Affiliate Links: Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co…
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Lyssa and Shardae spill all the tea on the Dragon Queen herself, Tiamat, from her origins in Mesopotamian mythology to how she represents a very specific type of dragon symbolism. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources ~*~ Affiliate Links: Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% off your order! Use code TRULLS at greenleafgeek.com f…
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Lyssa and Shardae dissect the story of the Seven Sisters, Mystra’s daughters and famed Chosen, tracing their inspiration back to Greek Mythology and perhaps even unrealistic expectations of powerful women. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% off!…
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Happy Holidays, harlots! The past few months have been a bit rough, but as a special treat, we wanted you to experience the chaotic first episode of our Patreon-exclusive show, The Slovenly Trulls: After Dark. Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% off your order!Από τον The Slovenly Trulls
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Lyssa and Shardae figure out why so many people hate Mystra, the Lady of Mysteries, and contextualize her existence alongside magic’s connection to gender and femininity. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% off!Από τον The Slovenly Trulls
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Lyssa and Shardae trace the female-exclusive swanmay and bird maiden species all the way back to Bronze Age swan mythology. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% off your order!Από τον The Slovenly Trulls
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Lyssa and Shardae discuss how orc religion informs the savage orc patriarchy with deep dives into two members of the orc pantheon: Gruumsh and Luthic. Fact check us: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% off and fridaytea.com for 10% off!Από τον The Slovenly Trulls
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Lyssa and Shardae look into orcs and their “savage patriarchy” with help from Tolkien and toxic masculinity within geek culture. Fact check us: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk for 5% off and fridaytea.com for 10% off!Από τον The Slovenly Trulls
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Lyssa and Shardae discuss the Dark Sun campaign setting, analysing two of its exclusive races and defining the meaning of a “dark” campaign. Fact check us: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS for 5% off your order at gametee.co.uk and 10% off your order at fridaytea.com!Από τον The Slovenly Trulls
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It’s finally time for Lyssa’s unicorn rant! Shardae joins her discussing the origins of “real world” unicorns and why the hell they keep showing up in feminine space within D&D. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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Lyssa and Shardae deep dive into four gender-exclusive prestige classes in 3.5e, discussing the harms of gender exclusivity and asking the question: Who are prestige classes meant for? Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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Lyssa and Shardae talk about how D&D banshees are a product of female ghost stereotypes, Celtic mythology, and the patriarchy. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources Use code SLOVENLYTRULLS at gametee.co.uk to get 5% off your purchase and help support the podcast!Από τον The Slovenly Trulls
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Lyssa and Shardae investigate TSR’s Code of Ethics, contextualizing the list’s origins in the Satanic Panic and playing the fun game of “How Many of These Bogus Rules Did TSR Break?” (Spoiler: It’s a lot!) Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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In this episode, the Trulls continue their deep dive into Horny Goddesses of the Forgotten Realms with Loviatar and Beshaba (with a little bit of Tymora sprinkled in for extra flavor). Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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In this steamy episode, the Trulls dive deep into the lives and origins of Sharess, the goddess of sensual pleasure, and Sune, the goddess of passion, as well as discuss the role of gods within D&D. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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In this episode, the Slovenly Trulls discuss D&D’s “madness” mechanic throughout the ages, paying particular focus on the controversial “Insanity Table” from AD&D and discussing what could have led to its creation. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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Shardae takes on the role of captain as the Slovenly Trulls discuss what inspired the creation of the infamous drow matriarchy, discussing the history of matriarchies and how they compare to drow culture. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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In this episode, Lyssa and Shardae discuss the legacy of Elise Gygax and her role in three iconic TSR advertisements from the 1970s, contextualising their creation, comparing them to other campaigns of the time, and talking about how they fit into ‘sex sells’ advertising theory. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sources…
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Shardae and Lyssa have a conversation with Meaghan from D and D Book Club about Lord Soth and Count Strahd, two of D&D's most iconic villains who have more than a few dead women in their backstories. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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In this monster of an episode, Shardae and Lyssa dive deep into the two most notoriously sexist tables in Advanced Dungeons & Dragons -- plus one more just for some extra spice. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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In this episode, Shardae and Lyssa look closely at the artwork of the D&D core rulebooks, defining some pretty gnarly trends of problematic artwork from 3.5 to 5th edition. Get ready for some sweet, sweet stats. Fact check us here: slovenlytrulls.com/sourcesΑπό τον The Slovenly Trulls
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