What The F

On this episode, Aayana and Suhani talk all things Bollywood, including the impact it’s had on them, favorite actors, hot takes, drama, and recommendations. This episode is for Bollywood lovers and novices alike, so grab some popcorn and join them!

Welcome back to the What the F Podcast! For this ep, Shelby, Aayana & Payton sat down to dissect The Tortured Poets Department, Taylor Swift's newest album, and to give our initial reviews (Pitchfork who?). Our main takeaways:

1. This album sounds like it knows how to use Instagram;

2. Jack Antonoff should be put on restraining order from Electric Lady Studios;

3. The lore... we feel like we just barely scratched the surface!!

Rating: ★ ★ ★ 1/3 stars out of 5

For this episode, Payton sat down with sustainability consultant Matthew Roling to discuss the ins and outs of climate change and climate policy, from the 1970s to today. We discuss some of the most popular solutions proposed for decarbonization, global agreements from the Kyoto Protocol to the Paris Agreement, and what politics have gotten right (and wrong) in addressing the climate crisis. Tune in to hear an intergenerational perspective on how you can contribute to climate activism, regardless of your background. 

In this episode, Mak and Suhani take a break in the middle of finals week (during December) to spill the tea on all things STEM culture. Listen to them talk about pre-med classes, the concept of a weed out course, and why everything is so damn stressful.

Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and F*CK. What do you stand for?

Hey What the F-ers! It has been waaaaaayyy too long. In this episode, Mak and Payton sat down for a therapy session (kidding) about overcoming trauma in college, handling toxic relationships, and being true to yourself after difficult situations. From your two favorite Scorpios

TW: mentions of abuse and broader discussions on healing trauma.

P.S. : we left y'all on a cliffhanger with the library closing :( stay tuned for potential part 2?

At What the F, the F stands for Fresh, Funny, Fearless, Feminist, and F*ck. What do you stand for?

! Calling all of the pop girlies ! In this episode, Aayana, Shelby, and Suhani break down THE best pop album in existence: 1989 (Taylor's Version). Join them as they go down the rabbit hole to their memories of the original 1989 era, and lovingly argue about vault and album rankings, and debate the songs that got better (and worse).

Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and F*CK. What do you stand for?

Welcome back to the What the F Podcast! This is part 2 of our Halloween series on the scary things in fiction, on Halloween, and around us.

For this episode, Suhani and Payton talked about two political ideologies and online communities: inceldom the alt-right. How did these movements originate and change over time? How do they influence mass shootings in the US? And how does popular discourse around gun violence and these communities perpetuate harm?

TW: discussion of violence against marginalized peoples and mass shootings.

Happy Halloweekend! To celebrate, Payton and Suhani are bringing you a set of mini episodes inspired by the spooky stuff we love (and don't)! This episode focuses on body horror and its feminist meanings, the queer history of Halloween, how Halloween costumes can be liberating or appropriating. We also rattled off a list of costume ideas off (you're welcome).

Here at What the F, the F stands for Fresh, Funny, Fearless, Feminist, and FUCK. What do you stand for?

Welcome back to the What the F Podcast!

In this episode, Aayana and Payton return and introduce the newest members of the team, Lauren, Tahlia, and Sunny, via unhinged Reddit icebreakers and poorly written internet quizzes. Who out of the group is an alpha male? What about all of us hasn't changed in the last 10 years??? Would we marry the Keebler Elf?????? The answers to these pressing questions and more are revealed in this season 3 pilot.

Happy (?) finals season, and welcome back to the What the F Podcast! To celebrate our semesterly magazine launch, this episode we interviewed four What the F writers and artists whose work is featured in our newest magazine. Tune in to hear us talk about growing into your cultural identity, abolitionist art, Greek mythology, and pursuing your dreams after college.

Welcome back to the What the F Podcast! In this episode, Suhani and Mak discuss the stories, struggles, and cultural significance of their hair. Tune in to hear us talk about hair as a method of rebellion against slavery, cultural appropriation, professionalism, hair-jewelry and post-breakup haircuts. Make sure to do a little hair flip (if you have any), sit back, and relax!

Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and FUCK. What do you stand for? 

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On this episode, Lucy, Payton, and Shelby talk about thrifting ethics, the industrial prison system, and more in this episode on all things fashion!

Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and FUCK. What do you stand for?

This week on the What the F Podcast, Payton and Aayana dive deep into their favorite movies and TV shows (La La Land, Little Women, Bridgerton, Pride and Prejudice, Jennifer’s Body), showcasing themes of patriarchy, sisterhood, capitalism, queerness, the female/male gaze, and more. Tune in to hear about why we hate Daphne Bridgerton, how Aayana watched Jennifer’s Body on her 3DS in Catholic grade school, Payton’s obsession with Pride and Prejudice, and an emotional reenactment of “Laurie and Jo on the Hill.”

Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and FUCK. What do you stand for?

In this very-late Christmas present, Grace, Suhani and Aayana talk about the phenomenon of "second puberty", or the emotional and physical changes people go through in young adulthood. How do you mourn your past self while appreciating your growth, and how is self image impacted by those around us? We also talk about youth, retouch on body neutrality, and confidence in the midst of COVID-19. 

Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and FUCK. What do you stand for? 

In this episode of the What the F Podcast, Shelby and Lucy discuss LGBT+ representation in childhood shows and reality TV— from Haley Kiyoko to lesbian-Velma and bi icons on Love Island. We also talk about navigating heteronormative parts of adulthood as a queer person, and introduce the topic of queer temporality.

At What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist and FUCK. What do you stand for? 

 If you’ve ever wondered why everything related to health feels so complicated and taxing (especially if you’re a person assigned female at birth, AFAB), this episode is for you. In this mini episode, Aayana and Suhani have a short discussion on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), difficulty in receiving healthcare, abortion, and mental health. Stay tuned until the end to hear what you can do!

Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, fierce, feminist, and FUCK! What do you stand for? 

True crime is one of the most popular genres of shows, movies, and podcasts right now– but what does it mean to enjoy it? In this episode, Mak and Payton discuss the racialized history of true crime, controversies surrounding the Netflix Dahmer series, and whether true crime media can be made and consumed ethically.  We also briefly cover the case of the Michigan Murders, which occurred in Washtenaw County nearly 60 years ago.

After the hottest-girl summer ever, the What the F Podcast is back for season two- and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you! The team has a bunch of new members making their podcast debut. Payton, Aayana and Lucy from Season 1 are joined by Grace, Suhani, Shelby and Mak!

For our Season 1 Finale, Claire, Payton and Aayana discuss eating disorders and their prevalence on college campuses. What differentiates eating disorders from disordered eating, and why is eating disorder culture so normalized in young adults? How can we navigate stereotypes and stigma surrounding common eating disorders? More importantly, our hosts dish out advice on recovery: what has and hasn't worked for them, and how to support yourself and your friends while navigating college life. 

The What the F Podcast is going on summer vacation, but no worries- we'll be back in Ann Arbor for the fall semester. Until then, stay fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, fuck!

Trigger warning: discussions of eating disorders, restrictive eating, and mental health struggles.  

Resources:

National Eating Disorder Hotline: 800-931-2237

In this episode, Aayana and Payton break down everything to do with double standards – but who better to center this conversation around then Taylor Swift herself? One of the most iconic singer/songwriters of all time, Ms. Swift has been subjected to gendered dynamics in both her career and personal life – dynamics that apply to many of us in our own lives. Tune in as we dissect prevailing ideas on working and motherhood, creatorship, and theorize about the “folklore” love triangle.

Welcome back to What the F Podcast! This week, we hear from Claire and Dimitra on a consumer's review of the good, the bad, and the possibly medieval aspects of the birth control market. Stay fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and- you get the gist. 

Host Aayana Anand speaks with our first ever guest, Maggie Sterling, about Eurocentric beauty standards, body neutrality, self love, and everyone's favorite Hallmark Holiday: Valentine's Day. 

TW/CW: Sexual assault, sexual predation, institutional violence against survivors, language  

From knishes to Paris to protecting predators, Mark Schlissel has been the talk of UofM's campus as of late. On today's episode, we discuss the issues surrounding his termination and interim replacement, the Board of Regents' decision to release 118 pages of emails, and the larger patterns of sexual abuse and obscurement at the University of Michigan. Tune in for Payton's research, stay for Aayana's fanfic reenactment, and learn a lot in between. 

**Opinions and ideas shared represent only the speaker unless otherwise stated. We used the following sources in our research but have formulated the positions we take as individuals who represent only ourselves **  

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