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Hey Lady

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Join Lindsay and Amanda as they take a deep dive into herstory, while also exploring the silver lining of feminism and equality for all. Every Tuesday, we talk about women we admire throughout history and present day. Come for the stories stay for the sisterhood.

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Episode 76: Book Club - Open Book

November 09, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MB

It's Book Club time!! This week were discussing Jessica Simpson's first foray into writing in her memoir "Open Book". Lindsay and Amanda share their reactions and give their overall rating of the book. 

Episode 75: Pick Me Girls

October 12, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MB

Friends, we're not like other podcasts. On today's episode, Lindsay and Amanda show just how different we are by taking a deep dive into the in internalized misogyny of "Pick Me Girls". Learn why we do it, and what we can do to break those pick me chains!

Episode 74: LuLaRich

October 05, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

This week, Lindsay and Amanda discuss the Amazon Prime documentary series "LuLaRich". Learn all about the insane rise of the MLM company, LuLaRoe and the inevitable controversy surrounding the brand. 

Episode 73: Book Club - Body of Truth

September 28, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Hey Lady Book Club! This month Lindsay and Amanda discuss "Body of Truth" where author Harriet Brown takes the cultural and medical obsession with weightless to task. Listen to find out what your hosts think about the book, and what next month's book will be. Come back next week and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 72: Bad Beauty

September 21, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

Arsenic, lead, bird poop, what do these things have in common? All of these things were once invested or slathered on in the name of beauty! This week, Lindsay and Amanda discuss history's weird and dangerous beauty trends. Be sure to subscribe and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 71: Beauty Trends

September 14, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

On this week's episode, we're on staying trend baby! Lindsay and Amanda discuss the good, the bad, and the regrettable about their own experiences with beauty trends. From the pencil thin brows, over tanned skin, statement necklaces and layers upon layers of the early 2000s to the faux freckles, laminated brows, BBLs and cropped everything of today's trends. Let's all cringe together as we reminisce on many questionable choices we've made in the name of beauty! 

Episode 70: Straight/Curve

August 31, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MB

Welcome back to the third installment of our focus on Body Image! This week Lindsay and Amanda discuss the 2017 documentary, "Straight/Curve" and share the good, the bad, and the frustrating. Don't forget to subscribe and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 69: Fatphobia

August 24, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

In the second portion of our Body Image discussion, we're tackling Fatphobia! Lindsay and Amanda discuss the concept of fat phobia and how it shows up in our everyday lives while suggesting ways to combat our own fat phobia. Come on back if you like what you hear, and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 68: Body Image

August 17, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MB

We're mixing it up! On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", Lindsay and Amanda kick off their new format by discussing Body Image and share their own experiences as body havers. Stay tuned for future episodes on Body Image discussing diet culture, fat phobia and the body positivity movement. Come back next week and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 67: Tokyo Olympics

August 03, 2021 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

This week, we're going for gold! Lindsay and Amanda discuss the good, the bad, and the unjust of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. From ridiculous uniform standards, to biased rules, to mental health, we cover it all. Could this be the beginning of a change in the Olympic guidelines? We sure hope so! As always don't forget to subscribe and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 66: Mulligan 2 Electric Boogaloo

July 20, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

Hey friends, we have some explaining to do. Specifically we owe the two people we cover this week a huge apology. In another round of mulligans, Amanda leads us off by rehashing the crappy 2011 media storm leveled agains one Courtney Stodden. Afterwards, Lindsay makes us all wonder how we could ever make it up to Janet Jackson after the completely unfair backlash over her appearance in the Super Bowl. We're sorry, we need to do better. As always, come back next week and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 65: The Sister Game

July 13, 2021 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

How well do Lindsay and Amanda really know each other?? Find out in this week's episode of "The Sister Game".  Listen to your hosts take on "The Newlywed Game" as they answer random questions about themselves and try to guess each other's answers. Thanks for listening, and as always, we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 64: Friends of Dorothy

July 06, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", we thank  you for being a friend, of Dorothy. This week we're highlighting two legendary friends and icons of the LGBTQ community. First up, Amanda takes us somewhere over the rainbow to talk about the life and legacy of Judy Garland. Afterwards get ready to slice up some cheesecake with your three besties, cause Lindsay's got the scoop on Bea Arthur. Don't forget to subscribe and we'll C U Next Week.

Episode 63: Hey Theydies

June 29, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we give some much needed and overdue love to non-binary and gender fluid humans. Lindsay starts us off talking about the super talented, Miley Cyrus! Afterwards Amanda rounds us out with a chat about the multi-faceted Amandla Stenberg. We personally love these two people, and are really jazzed to see them able and willing to share with all of us, their most authentic selves. Happy Pride Everyone! As always, don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an e...

Episode 62: To Thine Own Self Be True

June 15, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MB

This week's episode of "Hey Lady" brings up two women who know who they are and are not afraid to boldly show the world. Amanda leads off discussing a young icon, known as much for her energy as she is for her signature bow, Jojo Siwa! Afterwards, Lindsay tells us all about the modern contemporary art innovator who, has definitely not received the mainstream credit she deserves, Yayoi Kusama! Don't forget to subscribe and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 61: Red Pill

June 08, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

This week on "Hey Lady", Lindsay and Amanda ring in Pride month by talking about some pretty awesome members of the LGBTQIA+ community. First up, we bring you an activist who has been fighting for what she believes in practically her entire life, Angela Davis. Afterwards, we learn all about the siblings who brought us The Matrix, Lana and Lilly Wachowski. 

Episode 60: Make 'Em Laugh

June 01, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

This week's episode of "Hey Lady" is all about two women who know how to keep us laughing.  As always , Lindsay and Amanda start off by sharing their favorite Tik Toks of the week. Then onto the main event, where we bring you the run down on two legendary comedy queens, Bette Midler and Joan Rivers. 

Episode 59: And The Winner Is...

May 25, 2021 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Tune in to find out if you are the lucky winner of Hey Lady's first giveaway!

Episode 58: Square Pegs

May 18, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

This week on "Hey Lady" were continuing mental health awareness month with the second round of "Ask a Therapist" by asking our resident therapist your questions about mental health. Strap in, because we're taking on the topics of diagnosis and medication! Our hope for everyone, is to be able to have the understanding to make educated decisions and advocate for your mental health needs. Don't forget to rate review and subscribe, we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 57: How's Your Head?

May 04, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB

In honor of mental health awareness month, this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we're talking therapy. Have you ever wondered about seeking therapy for yourself but didn't know where to start? We talk to our very own, in-house, therapist about the in's and out's of finding a good therapist and debunk some of the common myths about therapy. Have a question or story about your own therapy journey you'd like to share with us? Be sure to email us at [email protected]. Don't forget to subscribe...

Episode 56: Not Gone With the Wind

April 27, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", even though the Oscar's already happened, we just can't quit award season! What do you think of when you hear "Old Hollywood"? The glamour? The Drama? The Racism? First up this week, we share about Hattie McDaniel. Her role in "Gone With the Wind" earned her the first Oscar ever awarded to a Black person.  Afterwards, we talk about Ana May Wong, Chinese-American movie star and fashion icon. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe so you never mis...

Episode 55: Behind the Scenes Queens

April 20, 2021 16:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we're keeping awards season alive, and talking about two more wonderful women of cinema. Only this time, we're going behind the scenes. First up, we bring you Sally Menke. Do you like "Pulp Fiction", how about "Reservoir Dogs"? Well if you do, you better thank Sally because she edited nearly every Quinten Tarantino movie in existence. Afterwards, let's talk about Catherine Martin. She's the woman responsible to for the amazingly lush, eye popping, extrava...

Episode 54: Triple Threat

April 13, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we're talked talent, multi-talented, triple threats even. First up we start off with one of our personal favorites über talented, Awkward Black Girl  creator, and the creator, writer and star of HBO series, Insecure. Theydys and gentlethems, we bring you, the lovely, Issa Rae. Afterwards, we hop across the pond to discuss the rising star and immensely talented, writer and star of the HBO series that wrecked us all this year, I May Destroy You. We present ...

Episode 53: Girls on Film

April 06, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we're heading into award season! So dust off your evening gown and get ready to appreciate some women of film, starting off with directors. First up, we have to woman who brought you Lost In Translation and Kirsten Dunst in several different forms, the reigning queen of the Coppola Dynasty, Sofia Coppola. Afterwards, we bring you the creative mind behind cult classics, Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Clueless, Amy Heckerling. As always, if you like what ...

Episode 52: Do Better

March 23, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we talk about current events. Leading off, we share about and unfolding controversy regarding the discrepancies between accommodations provided to the NCAA men's and women's basketball teams during March Madness, with some recent updates. Following, we dive into the recent reckoning of a prominent YouTuber and discuss the ramifications of pranks and consent. Lastly, we delve into the continuing increase in violence against Asian Americans and discuss the ...

Episode 51: We'll Never Be Royals

March 16, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", we're taking a trip to Jolly Old England, cause we've got a major bone to pick with the Royal Family. As always, your hosts share their favorite Tik Toks of the week. Be sure to follow us on instagram @hey_lady_podcast where we upload all the Tik Toks referenced on each episode.  For the main event of the episode, we first dive into the complicated, inspirational and tragic story of the people's princess, Diana. After we follow up with another princess w...

Episode 50: Nifty Fifty

March 09, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we are celebrating 50 episodes! Join us as we reflect on our  favorite past episodes, and what we've learned over the past year. Stick around to the end when we announce our first giveaway!! Thank you all for listening and here's to another 50 episodes and beyond! 

Episode 49: The Gospel Truth

March 02, 2021 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

On this week's episode we share finish up Black History Month reminding you that Black History should be celebrated everyday. The two ladies we're talking about are no exception to this fact! First up we talk about someone responsible for some of your favorite music that you've probably never heard of. She's often referred to as the godmother of rock, Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Afterwards, get comfortable my darlings, because we're are about to be soothed by the purring voice of none other than ...

Episode 48: Rocket WOman

February 23, 2021 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we continue celebrating Black History Month! This week we wanted to highlight more women in science who helped us all soar to new heights. First up we have the woman who's calculations were instrumental in the first US spaceflights, Katherine Johnson. After we cover the first Black woman in space, Dr. Mae Jemison. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe so you'll never miss an episode. Come on back and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 47: Women of the Hour

February 16, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we continue to celebrate Black History Month by speaking of two amazing Black women of recent history, we're talking as recent as this past year. First up, lets talk about the captivating and brilliant poet who read her poem "The Hill We Climb" at the 2020 inauguration, Amand Gorman. Afterwards allow us to gush over a woman who has been one of the most dedicated and steadfast people in politics of all time. The woman likely responsible for roughly 800,000...

Episode 46: Fast and Fashionable

February 09, 2021 11:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we have the need for speed. Join us as we discuss two legendary athletes. First up, learn all about the  life of olympian of both the summer AND winter games, Lori Susan "Lolo" Jones. Afterwards, buckle in for the story of the fastest women in the world. That's right, were talking the life and times of the fashion maven that is Florence Griffith Joyner, Mrs. Flo-Jo if ya nasty.  If you like what you hear, be sure to review, subscribe and share with a frie...

Episode 45: Vagina Monologues

February 02, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", let's get a little personal. We're talking about health, specifically your "down there" health. It's high time we all had a little chat about the vagina. We discuss how much mis-information is out there, how hard it can be to talk about, and how complicated vagina having can be. So stick around, if you have a vagina, or you love people who do. As always, be sure to subscribe if you like what you hear and we'll C U Next Tuesday!

Episode 44: I'm a Barbie Girl

January 26, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 49 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", your host's finish up their series on toys with a BANG! Let's talk about perhaps one of the most iconic toys of all time, Barbie. Join us as we unpack the complicated history of Barbie, from the controversial to the innovative. She's had just about every job imaginable, and more than a few facelifts. Her reputation has taken its fair share of wobbles. Even so, life in plastic, it's fantastic! If you like what you hear don't forget to subscribe and we'll ...

Episode 43: When Good Toys Go Bad

January 19, 2021 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we resume our nostalgic journey into the toys of yesteryear. Lindsay and Amanda both take turns sharing their favorite toys gone wrong. Some were pulled from the shelves for safety or controversy, some are just plain weird. Join us as we wonder together "what were they thinking?!" Don't forget to rate review and subscribe so you don't miss out on future episodes. See you next Tuesday!

Episode 42: We're Back!

January 12, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

On this week's long anticipated episode of "Hey Lady", we have some 'splaning to do. Join your hosts as they spill why they've been gone and what they've been doing with themselves this whole time. With a splash of current events and a heaping scoop of Tik Tok, we return. We've missed you. 

Episode 41: Ladies in Toyland

November 10, 2020 11:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", we're continuing our series on toys. Up this week were talking about two of the hottest toys for all the Gen X and Millenial kids out there.  First, saddle up, cause we're bringing your this history of My Little Pony.  Afterwards learn all about the original  gotta-have-it Christmas gift, Cabbage Patch Dolls. 

Episode 40: Big Wooden Spoons

November 03, 2020 11:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", come with us and take a relaxing dip into the cool refreshing waters of nostalgia. Your hosts bring you the low down on one of their most beloved childhood toys, American Girl Dolls. 

Episode 39: Hostesses With the Mostesses

October 26, 2020 10:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

On the last episode of Spooky Season, we bring you two Queens of Halloween.  First up, allow us to introduce, the first horror host of her kind, the ghoulishly gorgeous, Vampira. Afterwards, prepare to meet that macabre mistress who is totally bodacious, Elvira. On behalf of both of us here at "Hey Lady'" we wish you a happy Halloween! 

Episode 38: Slumber Party

October 20, 2020 10:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

On this week's episode, in continued celebration of the month of Halloween were having a sleepover, so don't forget to bring your sleeping bag. Your hosts dish on two of their favorite scary movies that feature some strong ladies. First up, lets go back to the 90s. Staring Reese Witherspoon and Mark Wahlberg, the movie that gave a whole new context to riding rollercoasters, Fear. Afterwards, get ready for a bloody night, because we're going to prom! You guessed it, halloweens favorite prom q...

Episode 37: Witch Please

October 13, 2020 10:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MB

On this week's episode we keep the cauldron brewing exploring all things witchy. As mentioned, in honor of Halloween, we are dedicating the month of October to all things spooky, and this week is no exception. First up, prepare to learn all about the Salem Witch Trials, with a surprise ending. Next, get up to speed on modern day Witches and its empowering and often feminist roots. 

Episode 36: Lady Killers

October 06, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

On this weeks episode of "Hey Lady" join us as we ring in Halloween by doing themed episodes for the whole month of October. This week we delve into a couple of women who live on in infamy in true crime history. First up, we have the lady best known for wielding an ax and inspired a childhood song you've likely heard. After, we learn about the black widow with a body count ranging from 13-42, who may have gotten away with faking her own death, Belle Gunness. Welcome to Spooky Season!

Episode 35: Hey Amy

September 29, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 44 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" were still back to school bringing you ladies inspired by literature. First we talk about a staple of American Literature, which frankly does not get the credit it deserves. A book that inspired not one, nor two, but 12 made for TV and 5 feature length films, "Little Women". After we go back aways, into Ancient Greece. Back to a time when the dalliances of Gods were notated, and eating babies was a frighteningly common plot point. Join us and learn about ...

Episode 34: RBG

September 22, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

In honor of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's recent passing, we have re-released our discussion of her life from episode one. May her memory be a blessing. 

Episode 33: Tale as Old as Time

September 15, 2020 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" let's get ready to go back to school! Starting with addressing some more things your history class got wrong. First up we have a women whose wisdom and power has often been overshadowed by tales of great beauty and sexy intrigue. We're talking the Queen of the Nile herself, Cleopatra. After we rehash a story we all have in our collective memory. One of a woman who despite the challenge of being struck deaf and blind in childhood, learns to communicate. Wh...

Episode 32: Lady Balls

September 08, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" your hosts get physical. Enter into the world of women's sports and prepare to be equal parts impressed by the talent and appalled at the lack of compensation. First up, we talk WNBA and learn about the leagues amazing history of activism. Next up, learn all about about the United States Women's National Soccer Team and their glowing record. These ladies don't nearly get their credit and its high time we give them the appreciation they deserve!

Episode 31: Riot Witch

September 01, 2020 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" we bring you our tribute to two rock legends. First up we bring you the creative genius behind hits like "Landslide" and "Edge of Seventeen", the witchy queen herself, Stevie Nicks! After get ready to get loud as you get to know Bikini Kill front woman and Riot Grrrl herself, Kathleen Hanna! 

Episode 30: Suffering for Suffrage

August 25, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", your hosts celebrate 100 years of women's suffrage.... well kind of. In honor of the ratification of the 19th amendment, Lindsay and Amanda give a run down of the herstory behind this centennial celebration, and dish out some facts you might have missed in history class about women's suffrage. It was definitely a process, and not always a pretty one. All the more reason to remember to exercise your right come November. Decision 2020 is coming friends, ge...

Episode 29: Political Ladies

August 18, 2020 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", Lindsay and Amanda take on gender bias in politics. Your hosts discuss issues faced by female and BIPOC politicians, offer some gentle advice on overcoming your own bias, and provide suggestions on how to confront the prejudice expressed by others. 

Episode 28: Keep It In the Family

August 11, 2020 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady" your hosts, Lindsay and Amanda are back to their normally scheduled content. This week is all in the family. First up, we bring you the "The Boss", legendary lady of soul, queen supreme, Diana Ross. Afterwards we follow her lineage to her strong, independent, and brilliant daughter, star of "Girlfriends" and "Blackish", Tracee Ellis Ross. 

Episode 27: 2020 is a Kitten Heel

August 04, 2020 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

On this week's episode of "Hey Lady", your hosts keep it casual. Want to know why there was no new episode last week? Are you dying for a double dose of Tik Tok recommendations? Do you feel clueless what this whole "challenge accepted" trend is about? Tune in to find out answers to all these questions and more!