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Episode 65: Uncanny Silicone Valley: The Broligarchy, AI and Mar-a-lago Face Alena tells us what the Broligarchy is reading and takes us down the AI rabbit hole!  It is a truely singular event! Jeanette tells you how to get that "perfect" look to please dear leader.     Artificial intelligence, AI safety, ChatGPT, Silicon Valley, AI singularity, AI ethics, technology and society, women in tech, AI regulation, OpenAI, tech news, funny women podcast, AI tools, dystopia vs utopia, plastic surgery, beauty standards, body image, cosmetic procedures, Mar-a-Lago face, manosphere, political satire, the rise of the Broligarchy, Broligarchy, oligarchy, Mar-a-Lago, Claude, Claude bots, Notebook LM, Anthropic, Alan Turing , womanisphere

We're back!!!   Bringing you all the news you CAN'T use!  After a two year break, we are happy to bring you a brand new episode from the Womanisphere (and more to come)! In this episode, Jeanette gives her first hand account of the 50th Anniversary of the Icelandic Women's Day Off and Alena tells us how to avoid dating your relatives in Iceland.  Inspiration from Iceland sung by Rebecca Gardiner… Dare I, will I, can I? Yes, I dare, I can, I will! The Day Iceland Stood Still 2024 Movie Please subscribe, leave us a 5 star review and a whimsical comment!!   Listen to new and old (previously used) episodes: Itunes Spotify Podcast music by Basement Face     Women's day off, Icelandic Women's Strike, 50th anniversary, Iceland, Womanisphere, The Long Friday, Sourdough, Reconnecting with old friends, Reykjavík, Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, Reykjavíkurdætur (Daughters of Reykjavík), Grýlurnar, International Year of the Woman, 1975, Women's rights, First Woman President,  October 24, hot dogs, The Day Iceland Stood Still, Christmas crucifixion doll, beauty pagent cow, making an impact, collective action, mercator projection, Greenland, Incest, Islendinga- App, dating relatives, geneaology, dating apps, cousins Iceland, Icelandic Women's Day Off, Kvennafrídagurinn, women's strike 1975, feminist history, gender equality, Reykjavik march, International Women's Year, women's labor, unpaid labor, childcare, wage gap, first female president, Icelandic feminism, collective action, protests, social movements, women's rights, global feminism, political humor, cultural commentary, sourdough baking, pandemic hobbies, trad wife irony, micro bakeries, food sharing, dating apps, sourdough dating, community baking, friendship reunion, midlife travel, women traveling together, Iceland travel stories, hot springs, volcanic landscapes, feminist rap, Daughters of Reykjavik, feminist art, protest music, humor and politics, American politics comparison, democracy decline, activism inspiration, women's solidarity, historical anniversaries, intergenerational stories, matriarchy themes, Icelandic culture, Reykjavik bookstores, documentary film, The Day Iceland Stood Still, Long Friday, labor strikes, workplace equality, social change impact, grassroots organizing, genealogy, Íslendingabók, Iceland genealogy database, small population dynamics, cousin app, ancestry tracking, cultural humor, Nordic humor, podcast banter, feminist comedy, nonessential facts, Superfluous podcast, women-led podcast, cultural deep dives, quirky history, feminist storytelling

Episode 64: Way Out West Western Movies and The Woke West Jeanette shares her Western expertise, and sooo many winter movie recommendations (as long as they are Westerns). Alena talks about what The West was really like, and its not like you see in the movies!   Jeanette's Western Watch List   Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!  Podcast Music by Basement Face Topics Include: Western Movies, Western Genres, Western Movie Actors, Women Centered Westerns, Diversity in the Old West, Gay Cowboys

Episode 63: Getting in the Christmas Spirits Holiday Drinks and The Marshmallow Test Alena takes us on a deep dive on the history of favorite holiday drinks.  Jeanette debunks the marshmallow test.    Podcast Music by Basement Face

Episode 62: Oh Hey Satan!   The Satanic Temple and The Illuminati Guess who's back!  It's US, your favorite podcast duo, and we are so excited to be at it again! In this episode, Jeanette tells us all about The Satanic Temple and their noble works. Alena gives us a "fact" filled report on celebrity Faustian bargains with the Illuminati.   Donate to The Satanic Temple's campaigns here And see their delightful abortion jingles here   Superfluous Podcast Patreon  Podcast Music by Basement Face Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!

Episode 61: To Catch a Leprechaun  Dying the Chicago River Green and How to Catch a Leprechaun In this episode Jeanette tells us the history of dying the Chicago River green for St. Patrick's Day.  Alena gives you the definitive way to catch a leprechaun. 100% backed by science.    Superfluous Podcast Patreon  Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!   Podcast Music by Basement Face

Episode 60: A Higher Road Interview with author D. Neil Elliott A conversation with D. Neil Elliott about his journey to spiritual discovery.      Check out his book:  A Higher Road: Cleanse Your Consciousness to Transcend the Ego and Ascend Spiritually     Superfluous Podcast Patreon  Podcast Music by Basement Face

Episode 59: Mark it a Hall-A-Day Hallmark Holiday Movies and Hall and Oates Call Line Alena takes a deep dive into the Hallmark Holiday Movie machine. Jeanette gives you some numbers you can call for a little holiday pickme up. Bonus Content! Join our Patreon page and get a pack of 15 Hallmark Bingo Cards created by Alena!  The ONLY way to enjoy Hallmark movies! Superfluous Podcast Patreon  Get a set of 8 printed Hallmark Bingo cards: https://www.etsy.com/shop/serendipityspell/ Hotline Numbers from the Episode: Callin' Oates: 719-26-OATES The Existential Crisis Hotline: 800-488-7211 Dial-A-Song: 844-387-6962 Peptoc: 707-873-7862   Podcast Music by Basement Face

Episode 58: Its Crystal Clear James Madison's Crystal Flute and Crystal Skulls Jeanette tells us the real history of the Republicans most beloved musical instrument.  Alena uncovers the mystery of the 13 crystal skulls. Bonus cult talk and listener shaming.   Video of Lizzo Playing Crystal Flute   Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first sponsor: Flippin' Cool Spatulas!  Find them on IG @flippincoolspatulas and flippincoolspatulas.com

Episode 57: The 'Ol Razzle Dazzle Dazzle Boats and Vajazzling Alena tells us about dazzle boats, and we are still not convinced they are real. Jeanette tells us about vajazzling/pejazzaling. Bonus rant about Cup Noodles     Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first sponsor: Flippin' Cool Spatulas!  Find them on IG @flippincoolspatulas and flippincoolspatulas.com

Episode 56: Roe vs….. Norma McCorvy and Caviar  Jeanette tells us about the woman who became Jane Roe- Norma McCorvy. Alena explains the difference between Roe and Caviar.  When does life begin for a fish? An episode full of "well actually…" moments you can impress your friends with.       Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first sponsor: Flippin' Cool Spatulas!  Find them on IG @flippincoolspatulas and flippincoolspatulas.com

The Professor and The Madman by Simon Winchester Our second Superfluous Book Club episode, our first Lil' Tiny Minisode! This shortie is about the fantastic book "The Professor and The Madman'' by Simon Winchester.   Spoilers abound, so you might want to read it first (or just get the summary from us and look smart without the work).   Next Superfluous Book Club pick is: "The Psychopath Test" by Jon Ronson    Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first sponsor: Flippin' Cool Spatulas!  Find them on IG @flippincoolspatulas and flippincoolspatulas.com

Jeanette and Alena interview the incredible artist Lance Delao.  Delao works primarily with duct tape, making photorealistic portraits.  His work has been featured most recently at the Van Gogh Interactive exhibit that is traveling the country.  He is a master of manifestation and an inspiration for following your dreams!   You can find his amazing art on Instagram: @artbydelao and on his website: artbydelao.com   Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first sponsor: Flippin' Cool Spatulas!  Find them on IG @flippincoolspatulas and flippincoolspatulas.com

Episode 54: Superfluous Book Club: Moonwalking With Einstein  Our first book club!  We read the fantastic book Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything by Joshua Foer In this episode we discuss the book.  Don't worry if you haven't read it, we will give you the cliff notes.  But if you would like to read it, it will enhance your listening experience! Our next Superfluous Book Club pick for our June 1 episode will be:  The Professor and the Madman by Simon Winchester Join our Goodreads book club page by using this link

Episode 53: The Rubes: Machines and Cubes Rube Goldberg Machines and Blindfolded Rubik's Cube How can you make that easy task way harder?   Alena tells us about the man behind the machine, Rube Goldberg.  Jeanette tells us about solving Rubik's Cubes while blindfolded and the insane memory skills that it entails.  First Superfluous Book Club pick: Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything by Joshua Foer Please like, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review!  Podcast Music by Jeff Stovall: https://soundcloud.com/backhousetranscendental Welcome to our first sponsor: Flippin' Cool Spatulas!  Find them on IG @flippincoolspatulas and flippincoolspatulas.com