Best Feminist Frequency Podcasts (2025)

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FFR Season Preview: Focus on the Family 11:49

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9d ago11:49

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FFR is going to be back soon with a new season focusing on the family... just in time for the holidays! Listen to our mini preview ep where we'll explain the theme in more detail, and give a little teaser of the special bonus segment each episode will include. From festival favorites to reality TV, we're looking ahead to discussing onscreen portray…

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Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard: Inside Hollywood’s Most Overshared Marriage 1:08:59

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This week, we dive into the saga of Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard, the Hollywood couple who went from beloved and relatable to the internet’s favourite example of chronic oversharing. We trace their early careers — her star turns in Veronica Mars, Frozen, and The Good Place, and his evolution from actor to podcasting "self-help" personality — before…

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Hot Off The Press: Is Ariana Planning Her Grande Finale? 32:13

8d ago32:13

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In this week's Hot off the Press, we discuss Ariana Grande's plans to stop touring in the near future. Is the pop star otherwise known as Galinda really ready to give up her rock and roll lifestyle? We also complain about how Jeff Bezos is poised to sponsor/ruin the beloved Met Gala. And of course, we do a check-in on Kim Kardashian, discussing whe…

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How Anne Hathaway Got Labelled a ‘Try-Hard,’ with Alex Sujong Laughlin 1:06:32

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This week, we take on one of our favourites: Anne Hathaway, and with a very special guest: Alex Sujong Laughlin, the co-creator of Normal Gossip and host of pod Try Hard! Speaking of, that's what this episode is all about: how Anne went from America’s Princess™ to “try-hard” punching bag to the girlfriend of an all-time scammer and, finally, a belo…

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Hot Off The Press: Jonathan Bailey is the Sexiest Man Alive, woo! 33:42

22d ago33:42

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On this week's episode, we dive into the joy, the delight, the lust in Jonathan Bailey being crowned People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive, making him the first gay man to ever be granted the tawdry title. Next up, we question if Jennifer Aniston's new relationship is a little too kooky or perfectly Hollywood, and we discuss Tyra Banks' new venture i…

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Lily Allen's messy, masterful comeback 47:54

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This week, we delve into the life and career of one Lily Allen, exploring her difficult upbringing (including a dysfunctional family and dropping out of high school), quick rise to fame, her habit of putting her foot in her mouth...all the way to her resurgence, sobriety journey, and her divorce from Stranger Things actor David Harbour, which has l…

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Hot Off The Press: Virginia Giuffre vs. Jeffrey Epstein 33:54

1M ago33:54

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On this week's episode, we hit pause very briefly on celeb news to talk the Toronto Blue Jays' success, and then dip back into our usual, with a discussion on the controversies surrounding the Hadid family's Lyme disease, commoner Kevin Federline's memoir about Britney Spears, and Virginia Giuffre's posthumously published memoir, which reveals her …

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FFR Bonus: Emilia Pérez 9:13

1M ago9:13

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"Bingo." As the epic conclusion to our season of Musical Mayhem, we watched Jacques Audiard's 2024 extravaganza Emilia Pérez. Did we hate it? Kinda! Did we love it? Kinda! We also have a teaser of next season on Feminist Frequency Radio, coming soon. This full episode is a special bonus for upper-level Patreon supporters, but also available as a on…

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Meghan Markle vs. The Crown: A royal reckoning 1:24:51

1M ago1:24:51

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This week, we discuss the life of Meghan Markle, exploring her journey from a Hollywood actress all the way to the Duchess of Sussex. We touch on her early life, career struggles, rise to fame on the show Suits, and the intense media scrutiny she faced after marrying Prince Harry. This includes her friendships, particularly with Jessica Mulroney, a…

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FFR 268: THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA 50:05

2M ago50:05

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It's Andrew Lloyd Webber week in our Musical Mayhem season, and to turn the volume all the way up, we've selected Joel Schumacher's most renowned superhero flick, The Phantom of the Opera. And for those of you who couldn't care less about musicals, but have been along for the ride with us on this journey... this episode concludes the season! Next w…

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Hot Off The Press: Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s divorce - what really happened? 34:48

2M ago34:48

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On this week's episode, we delve into the recent divorce of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, what led to their shocking split, and the challenges of maintaining relationships in the limelight. We also touch on on Justin Bieber's recent struggles and the complexities of fame, love, and personal growth in Hollywood - especially when parents are or aren…

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FFR 267: THE WIZ 43:14

2M ago43:14

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Watching the 1968 film adaptation of the Broadway musical The Wiz, we can't help but feel that director Sidney Lumet and screenwriter Joel Schumacher deeply underserved their stars, craftspeople, and source material. It's impossible not to be captivated by the performances, especially as the movie is such a memorable intersection of the careers of …

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Diddy's downfall and what his trial says about Hollywood 42:54

2M ago42:54

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This week, we delve into the complex and troubling legacy of Sean Combs, a.k.a. Diddy. We explore his rise to fame, the numerous allegations of abuse against him, and the recent high-profile lawsuit filed by Cassie Ventura (a true hero). Through a detailed examination of Diddy's relationships, the trial, and the (lack of) reactions from the industr…

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Hot Off The Press: Why did Sarah Ferguson apologize to Jeffrey Epstein? 33:26

2M ago33:26

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On this week's episode, we dive into the new Panera ad featuring a few beloved Gilmore Girls stars, all the controversy surrounding Sarah Ferguson's apology to Jeffrey Epstein (yes, you read that right) and, finally, we get a little emosh about the recent Dawson's Creek reunion. Get sappy with us. (Oh, and you need to watch this Dunkin' ad, trust u…

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FFR 266: FUNNY GIRL 50:55

2M ago50:55

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We couldn't do a whole season about movie musicals without watching a Barbra vehicle. There are so many elements of 1968's Funny Girl that elevate the form, from William Wyler's direction taking a stage show to the screen, and Streisand's performance as her character Fanny Brice evolves from fame-hungry teenager to worldly star and wife. We found a…

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FFR Bonus: DEAR EVAN HANSEN 16:11

2M ago16:11

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Halfway through our season of Musical Mayhem, we decided to dive deep into the shallow waters of 2021's Dear Evan Hansen. After covering Glee last week, we felt like we had no other choice. This full-length episode is a special bonus for Patreon supporters at the "Fearless Feminist" level and above, but it's also available as a one-time purchase fo…

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How is Charlie Sheen alive today? 44:55

2M ago44:55

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This week, we delve into the tumultuous life of actor Charlie Sheen, son of icon Martin, exploring his rise to fame, struggles with addiction, and the impact on his tumultuous romantic relationships. We touch on his public meltdowns, the revelation of his HIV status, and the role of family and friends in his journey towards sobriety. More than anyt…

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FFR 265: GLEE 1:02:03

3M ago1:02:03

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Never has the micro-generational divide between Kat and A.C. been sharper than in their relationships to Glee, arguably the most influential musical series ever on television. It's hard not to get glib in our discussion of the "issues" the show attempted to tackle over the course of its six seasons. Especially when the show's tone varied from mean-…

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The Reheat trailer 1:18

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Celebrity gossip is fun, but it can also be educational. The Reheat takes the biggest pop culture stories of yester-year and re-examines them through the lens of today. With wit, research, and tons of intersectional feminist critiques, hosts Sadaf Ahsan and Sarah Sahagian will blow your mind with their analysis of all the vintage celebrity scandals…

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REWIND: Kate Middleton's uncommon story 1:09:01

2M ago1:09:01

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Kate Middleton's story is anything but common. The descendant of coal miners and subsistence farmers, today she's known as The Duchess of Cambridge and will one day be queen. In this week's rerun, we discuss the Middleton Family's meteoric rise to wealth and power and dissect the classism they faced in the British media. We also talk Will and Kate'…

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FFR 264: ALL THAT JAZZ 45:47

3M ago45:47

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Is this the first "perfect" movie we've covered on this podcast? This was Kat's first time watching Bob Fosse's 1979 self-referential musical drama All That Jazz, one of A.C.'s absolute favorites. There's something compelling about the way Joe Gideon, Fosse's stand-in for himself, is far from being the hero in his own larger-than-life story of addi…

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Hot Off The Press: Team Conrad vs. Team Jeremiah 28:53

3M ago28:53

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On this week's episode, we get into the latest celebrity news, including the Toronto International Film Festival, the cultural phenomenon of Amazon Prime's The Summer I Turned Pretty and its impact on millennial audiences, Bruce Willis's health and the complexities of caregiving, and, finally, the controversy surrounding The Cutting Room Floor podc…

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Who is Gwyneth Paltrow other than a privileged white woman? 1:01:17

3M ago1:01:17

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In the words of Sarah Sahagian, "I mean, she wears The Row to court when she's being sued. She tells people to buy $15,000 vibrators. It's not a good look, right?" Mmhmm. This week, we delve into the often polarizing journey of Gwyneth Paltrow. From her early days as the daughter of Hollywood royalty to her Oscar-winning turn in Shakespeare in Love…

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FFR 263: GUYS AND DOLLS 45:29

3M ago45:29

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For the first full episode of our new "Musical Mayhem" season, we watched the 1955 film Guys and Dolls. The gender expectations and relationship dynamics between the central two couples in this movie feel like they'd be right at home in today's modern "trad wife" resurgence as certain segments of society seek to backslide into authoritarianism. Eve…

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Hot Off The Press: Leave us alone, Amanda Knox! 31:09

3M ago31:09

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On this week's episode, we discuss the latest celebrity news, including the return of a few beloved characters in upcoming films, Taylor Swift's new album announcement, and the implications of Amanda Knox's new Hulu series. We also reflect on the tragic death of Matthew Perry and the broader issues of addiction in Hollywood, emphasizing the need fo…

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FFR 262.5: MUSICAL MAYHEM Season Preview 18:25

4M ago18:25

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Kat and A.C. are back from an extended hiatus in the Heavyside Layer to bring you an all-new season of Feminist Frequency Radio! This time, we're being critical about the media we love while tapping our toes: the screen musical. Join us for a preview episode where we discuss the season ahead and what you can expect from our movie and TV selections,…

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How Lindsay Lohan infamously went from teen queen to tabloid target 51:56

4M ago51:56

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On this week's episode, we examine, finally, thee Lindsay Lohan and how she went from Disney’s brightest child star in The Parent Trap and teen queen of Mean Girls to the ultimate tabloid obsession of the 2000s, before making an unexpected comeback with Netflix rom-coms, marriage, and motherhood. We trace her meteoric rise, her chaotic fall marked …

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Hot Off The Press: Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson are a couple, rejoice! 27:25

4M ago27:25

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In this week's Hot Off The Press, we gush over Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson’s unexpected romance, speculate on the bizarre Justin Trudeau–Katy Perry dating rumours, and unpack the end of Ben and Jessica Mulroney’s 16-year marriage — revisiting the fallout from Jessica’s public feud with Toronto influencer Sasha Exeter. It's a very Canadian episo…

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REWIND: How Pamela Anderson finally became more than a sex symbol 44:49

4M ago44:49

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While Sarah and Sadaf take a little summer break, this week, we revisit an episode from the archives, in which the pair venture back to the early '90s, and explore how Pamela Anderson went from beer model to Playboy cover to punchline and how, decades later, she's finally been able to show the world who she really is, just as she stars in this summ…

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REWIND: Does Lena Dunham deserve yet another comeback? 1:08:54

4M ago1:08:54

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While Sarah and Sadaf take a little summer break, this week, we revisit an episode from the archives, in which the pair discuss the many scandals of one Lena Dunham, the frequently problematic, award-winning writer, filmmaker and actor. Although she has managed to piss off just about every community at some point in time, she did create the seminal…

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Hot Off The Press: Who has an affair at a Coldplay concert?! 34:27

5M ago34:27

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On this week's episode, we delve into a few surprising baby announcements, a deliciously scandalous incident at a Coldplay concert no one can stop talking about, and this year's Emmy nominations, highlighting surprises and snubs, while also addressing the forever lack of diversity. Last but not least, with the news that Jax Taylor has parted ways w…

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Is Alex Cooper a visionary? The Call Her Daddy debate 49:00

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On this week's episode, we’re diving deep into the cultural phenomenon that is Call Her Daddy. We revisit its early Barstool days, the infamous feud between hosts Alex Cooper and Sofia Franklyn, the multimillion-dollar Spotify deal that changed podcasting forever—and the ongoing debate: is Call Her Daddy empowering women, or simply rebranding patri…

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Hot Off The Press: Is the Diddy verdict an undoing of #MeToo? 30:59

5M ago30:59

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This week, we delve into the implications of Diddy's legal troubles and its repercussions on the #MeToo movement, the breakup of Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry and who we'd like to see them date next (Mindy Kaling?!), and the extravagant and controversial wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez. Also: our love for gold diggers, obviously. To check o…

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Revisiting Sex and the City, from all the cosmos to the chaos 1:00:55

5M ago1:00:55

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On this week's episode, we delve into the cultural phenomenon that is Sex and the City, its impact on women's representation in media, some of its problematic history and, of course, the ongoing feud between stars Kim Cattrall and Sarah Jessica Parker. Unfortunately, this also means we reflect on the abysmal sequel series And Just Like That, and ju…

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Hot Off The Press: Karen Read is innocent, and we're thrilled 26:55

5M ago26:55

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This week, we discuss the uber controversial Karen Read trial and the news that she is innocent, Sabrina Carpenter's provocative album cover and if it really is worth being prudish over, and Ryan Murphy's upcoming series on JFK, Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. We delve into themes of media representation, societal reactions to female agency, and …

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Mindy Kaling: Trailblazer or sellout? 42:55

6M ago42:55

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On this week's episode, we delve into the life and career of Mindy Kaling, including her rise as a multi-hyphenate talent, her cultural significance, and her complicated relationship with one BJ Novak (ahem, yuck). Of course, this also all means we're touching on The Office (U.K. versus U.S.) as well as the pressures of representation she's faced a…

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Hot Off The Press: Spare us, Brooklyn Beckham 31:17

6M ago31:17

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On this week's Hot Off The Press, we discuss the relentless efforts of Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz to stay in the spotlight, the rumours surrounding hot White Lotus actors Walton Goggins and Aimee Lou Wood, and Halle Bailey's ongoing relationship strife and custody battle with ex worm DDG, along with the broader implications of domestic abuse…

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Hot Off The Press: Is Hugh Jackman a cheater?! 24:23

6M ago24:23

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On this week's Hot Off The Press, we discuss the rise of Canadian pop star Tate McCrae and side-eye her talent just a wee bit (but not her dancing, we love her dancing!). We also dive deep into Broadway gossip, which has been real hot this week, including Hugh Jackman's love life and his recent split, and the spicy feud between legends Patti LuPone…

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How J.K. Rowling became the villain of her own story 40:33

6M ago40:33

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On this week's Reheat, Sarah and Sadaf explore the rise and fall of J.K. Rowling, the cultural impact of the Harry Potter series, and the ongoing debate about separating the art from the artist. We dig deep into the reviled author's journey from a struggling author to a literary icon, the backlash against her ugly views, and the complexities faced …

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Hot Off The Press: The white folks were a travesty at this year’s Met Gala 26:25

7M ago26:25

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On this week's Hot Off The Press, we dissect two ends of the cultural spectrum: the Met Gala (which we loved, from theme to looks) and the announcement of the new pope (who we do not love, sorry Leo XIV). You'll also hear Sarah's line of the week: "I love conclaves!" To check out the clips we mentioned in this week's episode, click below: Anne Hath…