She's in the Weeds - Pop Culture and The Female Experience

Sam and Hollis - Millennial Women with a Passion for Pop Culture

A podcast exploring the intersection of pop culture, past and present, and the female experience. Hosts Sam and Hollis are here to unpack the good, the messy, and most importantly, that which informs our ideas about feminism and being a woman. They dig deep on the millennial culture that shaped their girlhood, and the current pop culture influencing their adulthood, examining what it teaches women about self-worth, agency and identity. Join them as they share their lives, dish on reality tv, celebrity drama, and social media culture, reminisce about millennial pop culture, review 90s and 00s tv and film, and highlight female pop culture icons. Come for the hot takes. Stay for the bestie banter. New episodes Wednesdays. Reach out to the podcast at shesintheweedspodcast@gmail.com for questions, concerns, or collaborations.  @shesintheweedspod Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube

  1. 6d ago

    Behind the Spotlight: A Look at Gender and Racial Pay Gaps in Hollywood

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode we break down the complex pay gaps in Hollywood affecting white women and women of color. We explore how gender and racial inequalities collide to create systemic wage disparities and discuss the broader implications for the entertainment industry. But first we're yapping about hawk attacks, women supporting women, and guy's girls. Then we're circling back to our ongoing conversation on beauty standards and breaking down how our participation affects us as individuals and society as a whole with a little lesson on desirability politics. Next, it's time for a reality check and we're diving into the Bravo TV drama on the most recent episodes of The Valley and In The City. Then it's time to get in the weeds with a look at the Hollywood wage gap. We're bringing you some facts about what female stars have been paid versus their male counterparts as well as what women of color have been paid vs their white female counterparts. We're breaking down the secretive and discriminatory Hollywood pay structures and contracts that have systematically quelled women's earnings for years. We also discuss the 2014 Sony Pictures information leak and Jennifer Lawrence's 2015 essay titled, "Why do I Make Less Than My Male Costars" that sparked progress and change. Finally we're highlighting some ways in which women have combatted the pay gap, fought for their deserved equal pay, and are actively creating avenues to advance the careers of women of color who are still lingering significantly behind. As always we wrap it up with gripes about software updates and traffic emergencies and grapes to lounge wear and new tech accessories. Join us! Disclaimer: We are still new to virtual recording and we had some audio hiccups. Parts of the episode aren't the best quality so apologies for that. We're getting it sorted out for future virtual episodes.  Follow us on IG, TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube   https://www.instagram.com/shesintheweedspod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shesintheweedspod https://www.youtube.com/@shesintheweedspod

  2. Jul 1

    Danny Booko's PTSD, Olivia Wilde on CHD, and Jenny Mollen's Substack Drama

    Send us Fan Mail We're digging deep on all the things pop culture today! Tune in for discussions on Danny Booko's suffering and PTSD from being called out for his own actions, Olivia Wilde's comments on beauty culture and double standards on Call Her Daddy, and the recent drama surrounding Jenny Mollen's Instagram post about her son and the Substack article she wrote addressing it. But first, we're yapping about 90s kid show theme songs, the days of not knowing lyrics to songs, and what do you mean there were no birds in the time of the dinosaurs? Then we've got a quick circle back to (you guessed it) Blake Lively and some recently resurfaced comments from Kate Beckinsale regarding her own experiences with harassment and poor treatment in the industry. Then we're getting in the weeds on the all the recent pop culture goings ons. You know we have serious thoughts about Danny's so called trauma and PTSD on The Valley and we're sharing them. We've also got some things to say about Olivia Wilde's interview on Call Her Daddy and the recent drama surrounding Jenny Mollen. We saw the post, read the Substack, and listened to her on the Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast. As always we wrap it up with gripes about irresponsible influencers and our own shortcomings and grapes to impressive skillsets and buyer's validation. See you in the weeds! Follow us on IG, TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube   https://www.instagram.com/shesintheweedspod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shesintheweedspod https://www.youtube.com/@shesintheweedspod

  3. Jun 24

    Pop Culture Queen: Mental Health and Midcentury Womanhood in the Life and Work of Sylvia Plath (Trigger Warning)

    Send us Fan Mail It's Pop Culture Queen! We're telling the story of Sylvia Plath, an ambitious and talented writer navigating life and womanhood in the 1950s. (Trigger Warning: suicidal ideation, suicide, domestic violence and abuse allegations) But first, we're yapping about vacation, Casa Bonita, and 52 hour train rides. Then we've got a quick circle back to Blake and Justin and some thoughts on the current discourse around trending bodies and the nuances of that conversation. Then we're diving into a reality check to discuss the Summer House bonus episode and the most recent drama on The Valley. Then it's time to get in the weeds with our first ever historical Pop Culture Queen, Sylvia Plath! We explore her journey from childhood to her tragic death, focusing on how she both broke barriers and was still very much a victim to the constraints of mid century era women. We discuss the death of her father and her infamous trip to New York in the summer of 1953 which inspired her novel The Bell Jar as well as served as a major catalysts for the mental health struggles that followed her the rest of her life. We share thoughts on her incredibly evolved perspective on her place in the world, her beautiful poetry, and the legacy she left behind. As always we wrap it up with gripes about public restrooms and Yale lacrosse dads and grapes to Colorado weather and summer pastries!  Follow us on IG, TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube   https://www.instagram.com/shesintheweedspod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shesintheweedspod https://www.youtube.com/@shesintheweedspod

  4. Jun 17

    The Price of Silence: Harassment, Retaliation, and the Boy's Club in Entertainment

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're digging deep into the pervasive issue of women not being believed about sexual harassment and assault and the insidious ways the boys' club protects its own. But first, we're yapping about 7 course dinners, document preservation, horror movies, and Men in Black. Then we've got thoughts on some interesting discourse around Botox and removing wrinkles from women's faces. Naturally, we're circling back to Blake Lively (you know we love a circle back) and diving into some recent Summer House and Valley drama. Next we've got insights from the Dirty Rotten Scandals: Price Is Right documentary. We're unpacking how power structures silence women and perpetuate toxic cultures in entertainment and beyond. FWIW: We had some technical difficulties with our mics so the sound is not up to our usual standard but it's a good one so stick with us and we'll be back up to snuff next week.  Follow us on IG, TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube   https://www.instagram.com/shesintheweedspod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shesintheweedspod https://www.youtube.com/@shesintheweedspod

  5. Jun 10

    Pop Culture Archives: The Disappearance of Lauren Spierer (Part 2)

    Send us Fan Mail On this special edition episode of Pop Culture Archives, we dig deep into the disappearance of Lauren Spierer, a vibrant 20-year-old Indiana University student who vanished from our hometown of Bloomington, Indiana, in the early morning hours of June 3, 2011 — exactly 15 years ago today. Known for her kindness, generosity, and deep Jewish faith, Lauren’s story has haunted Bloomington and beyond for over a decade. Until recently, details available to the public pertaining to Lauren's case have been few and far between. In 2024, Shawn Cohen a journalist and one of the first on the case, published his book, College Girl, Missing bringing to light an abundance of information never released to the public and while what happened to Lauren remains one of true crime's biggest mysteries we now have a more precise timeline than ever of the hours leading up to her disappearance. In this part 2 episode (refer to part 1 before listening to part 2) we cover the investigation, the Spierer family's lawsuit against the persons of interest, the many tips and theories that have emerged over the past 15 years, our own thoughts and opinions as to what could have happened, as well an exclusive interview with a friend who was an eyewitness in the case and saw Lauren the night she disappeared.  We're also hopping back on at the end after a few days of reflection to address some holes in the book as well some expanded thoughts on specific details and theories. This is a case we lived in real time as young girls in Bloomington not much older than Lauren. We have thought and talked about it often year after year as Lauren remains missing and theories have developed. We want more than anything for her family to have answers and closure. If you know anything regarding this case or any of the key players please call in tips to the Bloomington Police Department, Bloomington Indiana as this is very much still an ongoing investigation. The smallest detail could be the break in the case that brings Lauren home.  Follow us on IG, TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube   https://www.instagram.com/shesintheweedspod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shesintheweedspod https://www.youtube.com/@shesintheweedspod

  6. Jun 3

    Pop Culture Archives: The Disappearance of Lauren Spierer (Part 1)

    Send us Fan Mail On this special edition episode of Pop Culture Archives, we dig deep into the disappearance of Lauren Spierer, a vibrant 20-year-old Indiana University student who vanished from our hometown of Bloomington, Indiana, in the early morning hours of June 3, 2011 — exactly 15 years ago today. Known for her kindness, generosity, and deep Jewish faith, Lauren’s story has haunted Bloomington and beyond for over a decade. Until recently, details available to the public pertaining to Lauren's case have been few and far between. In 2024, Shawn Cohen a journalist and one of the first on the case, published his book, College Girl, Missing bringing to light an abundance of information never released to the public and while what happened to Lauren remains one of true crime's biggest mysteries we now have a more precise timeline than ever of the hours leading up to her disappearance. This part 1 episode unpacks the newly revealed timeline in the book, inconsistencies in the accounts of some of the key players from the night she disappeared, and the aftermath of the following morning as Lauren's friends and boyfriend frantically search for her. Return next week for part two in which we cover the investigation, the Spierer family's lawsuit against the persons of interest, the many tips and theories that have emerged over the past 15 years, our own thoughts and opinions as to what could have happened, as well an exclusive interview with a friend who was an eyewitness in the case and saw Lauren the night she disappeared.  This is a case we lived in real time as young girls in Bloomington not much older than Lauren. We have thought and talked about it often year after year as Lauren remains missing and theories have developed. We want more than anything for her family to have answers and closure. If you know anything regarding this case or any of the key players please call in tips to the Bloomington Police Department, Bloomington Indiana as this is very much still an ongoing investigation. The smallest detail could be the break in the case that brings Lauren home.  Follow us on IG, TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube   https://www.instagram.com/shesintheweedspod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shesintheweedspod https://www.youtube.com/@shesintheweedspod

  7. May 27

    Pop Culture Queen: Quirky, Queer, and Self Proclaimed God Girl - The Rise of Meg Stalter

    Send us Fan Mail It's pop culture queen of the month where we highlight a iconic woman owning the spotlight and crown her queen! This week, we're digging into Meg Stalter's journey from internet fame with the 'Hi, Gay!' video to a rising comedy star with roles in Cora Bora, Hacks, and Too Much. But first we're yapping about the Aldi cart exchange, Hollis's brush with death, and her suggestion as possibly cutting bangs again. Then it's on to the latest Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni updates, their unusual settlement agreement, our main takeaways, and what it could mean for the future of similar cases. Next we're diving into a much needed reality check and catching up on The Valley drama, Lindsay and Carl's igloo reconciliation, and Kyle's redemption arc (or the illusion of it at least.) Then it's time to get in the weeds with our Pop Cutlure Queen of the month, Meg Stalter! Hollis walks us through her internet comeuppance, her career trajectory that's catapulting her towards A List status, and her candid discussions of bisexuality and faith, exploring how it shapes her experience as a millennial woman navigating fame, confidence, and self-expression. Meg's just getting started and we can't wait to see what the future holds for her. As always we wrap it up with gripes about corporations and bad smells and grapes to good advertising and snack conveniences. See you in the weeds! Follow us on IG, TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube   https://www.instagram.com/shesintheweedspod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shesintheweedspod https://www.youtube.com/@shesintheweedspod

  8. May 20

    Pop Culture Archives: A Look at Cultural Appropriation, Stereotypes, and Consent in Havoc (Trigger Warning)

    Send us Fan Mail It's pop culture archives and we're diving into the 2005 film Havoc to explore it's themes of cultural appropriation, rich white teen culture, gang representation, racial dynamics, sexual assault (TW), and the conversation around consent. There's a lot to unpack especially viewing the film through a post Me Too and Black Lives Matter lens. This movie attempted to convey important messages but misses the mark in so many ways. The film follows a group of wealthy white Los Angeles teenagers who spend their days imitating gang lifestyle and forming a crew they call the PLC. Fed up with their "boring" lives the female members of the PLC embark on a journey to find "real gangsters" and chaos ensues when they encounter the East LA 16th Street Crew. The film is layered and problematic in it's portrayal of cultural appropriation by the white teens and the "real" 16th Street Crew which was inspired by the 18th Street Gang, one of the largest and most notorious Latino Street gangs in Los Angeles history. The film also fumbles through a story of sexual assault which only serves to perpetuate stereotypes around gang life and criminal activity pertaining to minorities as well as blur the lines in the conversation around consent. The movie provides no resolution to any of the conflicts that arise and viewers are left wondering what is the message here? As always we wrap up the episode with gripes about inflation and keyboard warriors who can't get it right and grapes to fitness tech and analog listening. See you in the weeds! Follow us on IG, TikTok, and subscribe to our YouTube   https://www.instagram.com/shesintheweedspod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shesintheweedspod https://www.youtube.com/@shesintheweedspod

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A podcast exploring the intersection of pop culture, past and present, and the female experience. Hosts Sam and Hollis are here to unpack the good, the messy, and most importantly, that which informs our ideas about feminism and being a woman. They dig deep on the millennial culture that shaped their girlhood, and the current pop culture influencing their adulthood, examining what it teaches women about self-worth, agency and identity. Join them as they share their lives, dish on reality tv, celebrity drama, and social media culture, reminisce about millennial pop culture, review 90s and 00s tv and film, and highlight female pop culture icons. Come for the hot takes. Stay for the bestie banter. New episodes Wednesdays. Reach out to the podcast at shesintheweedspodcast@gmail.com for questions, concerns, or collaborations.  @shesintheweedspod Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube

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