In this episode, we revisit pandemics throughout history. We discuss the Capitol Hill riots and its repercussions. Henna explains epidemiology and virology and where they both started. We discuss RNA and how viruses spread and breed. Annaig takes a look at what defines a pandemic vs. epidemic, gives a timeline of some notable pandemics in history and discusses the absolute blast from the past, the Black Death. Annaig also explains how people reacted to this plague during the height of it’s pandemic. 

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit -

https://www2.hse.ie/services/mental-health-supports-and-services-during-coronavirus/

Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/

Sources- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fiT6c0MQ58 https://www.cnbc.com/2021/01/06/mike-pence-rejects-trumps-call-to-overturn-biden-election.html https://edition.cnn.com/politics/live-news/washington-dc-election-riots/h_218e9772a1f0bc70c43a9f6802adb739 https://www.reuters.com/article/us-britain-housing-harassment-trfn-idUSKBN22X2N7 https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/b/sex-rent-landlords-should-face-full-force-law-says-labour-mp https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pandemic https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubonic_plague#:~:text=Bubonic%20plague%20is%20one%20of,fever%2C%20headaches%2C%20and%20vomiting. https://www.history.com/topics/middle-ages/black-death https://www.cdc.gov/flu/pandemic-resources/1918-pandemic-h1n1.html https://www.health.com/condition/infectious-diseases/how-are-spanish-flu-and-covid-19-alike https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/breaking-point-anti-lockdown-efforts-during-spanish-flu-offer-cautionary-n1202111 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epidemiology   https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-030-25553-4_1  https://www.news-medical.net/health/What-is-Virology.aspx  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virology#History_of_virology  https://courses.lumenlearning.com/introchem/chapter/dna-and-rna/  https://www.thoughtco.com/dna-versus-rna-608191 

In this episode, we rewind and take a look at the highs and lows of 2020. We reminisce on the weird drunk chats on Zoom and House Party, the ecological strides we made and the growth we have both made in the last 12 months. We also remember those who have passed, the political failures (and wins), and the atrocities such as the wildfires in Australia and the western states in the USA, Beirut explosion and police brutality in the USA. 2020 really was some year for one year and it has made an impact on many people’s mental health, families and financial situations. We discuss the mental health implications, both from our personal and interpersonal experiences with close loved ones and what we have read of other’s experiences too. We really hope this year is just even a tiny bit less terrible, Happy New Year and may the odds be ever in your favour.

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit -

Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helplines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services

Sources- https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/gallery/2020-positive-moments https://www.google.ie/amp/s/www.christianpost.com/amp/harvard-refers-to-women-as-birthing-people-to-be-inclusive.html https://www.google.ie/amp/s/www.breakingnews.ie/amp/ireland/controversy-over-hses-removal-of-word-woman-from-cervical-cancer-information-1018234.html https://www.google.ie/amp/s/amp.dw.com/en/france-three-teens-charged-in-beheading-of-history-teacher/a-55526223 https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlie_Hebdo_shooting

In this episode, we compare and contrast the differences between boycotting and ‘cancelling’ and the toxicity of doxing culture. We discuss how fascism has wormed its way into Liberal behaviours, the growing trend of politicians being seen as influencers and chat about some more positive methods of cancelling and when it may be necessary to do so. We then discuss the dangers of making extreme and unsupported claims, specifically online.

If you, or anyone you know, is struggling during this holiday season, please visit -

Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/

Substance abuse helplines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline

Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services

Sources -  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cancel_culture#:~:text=Cancel%20culture%20 https://www.google.com/search?q=boycott&rlz=1C1GCEA_enIE828IE828&oq=boycott&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l7.2119j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 https://www.google.com/search?q=doxing&rlz=1C1GCEA_enIE828IE828&oq=doxing&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l7.1023j0j9&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jennifer_Gale?fbclid=IwAR2EoG_MJvgDZMoo6ZXXaJfv34Y95obp_2BaRuz8d4mw08dKcvCihU5YAgQ#Death https://www.austinchronicle.com/daily/news/2008-12-19/gale-rumor-untrue/?fbclid=IwAR0zkmdnUhrkOCsMVfCbj6amPSVpJMBDU8NZ_PxIcKqOtjgMKI3AILeka-A  https://www.msnbc.com/way-too-early/transgender-woman-claims-she-was-refused-housing-msna322111 https://statenews.com/article/2020/09/a-look-into-cancel-culture?ct=content_open&cv=cbox_latest 

In this episode, we talk to our friend Skye about our experiences with the LGBT community. We discuss the issue of lesbian erasure that is becoming more and more evident in recent years, misogyny in the community and the unwillingness to listen and learn from each other. We take a look at the colliding ideas of the Trans Community and Feminism in today’s world and the increase of ‘cancel culture’ and use of the word TERF, along with the dangers of very young children medically transitioning. 

If you, or anyone you know, has been affected by the topics discussed in this episode, please contact - https://lgbt.ie/find-support-in-your-area/

Sources - https://www.google.ie/amp/s/www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/books/story/2019-12-19/jk-rowling-transphobic-tweet%3f_amp=true https://youtu.be/7zZY6DihWkg “Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing Our Daughters” by Abigail Shrier, 

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In this episode, we take a deep dive into misogyny and sexism in current day Ireland. Annaig takes an objective look at the Kiera Bell case and we discuss the issues of young children in health care. We discuss our experiences of misogyny and Annaig explains her experiences as a lesbian in the current climate. We also chat about the impacts of the Catholic Church and the influences it has on modern-day Ireland.

If you, or anyone you know, has been affected by the topics discussed in this episode please visit - https://www.womensaid.ie

Sources - https://www.google.ie/amp/s/amp.independent.ie/life/david-coleman-keira-bells-experience-reflects-one-of-the-biggest-fears-of-parents-whose-child-expresses-gender-dysphoria-what-if-it-is-a-phase-39841387.html
https://www.crowdjustice.com/case/protect-children/?fbclid=IwAR1Xjr4wzqJTpYUNRsO5c46Um8c_uvyRisNiN6N-kYtGIJQXMc-iPVfbr4w
https://www.judiciary.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Bell-v-Tavistock-Judgment.pdf https://news.sky.com/story/i-should-have-been-told-to-wait-woman-treated-with-hormone-blockers-to-reassign-gender-as-a-teenager-takes-nhs-to-court-12031191
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/12/01/asia/delhi-farmers-india-protests-intl-hnk/index.html
https://www.instagram.com/p/CIURrbrB42n/

In this episode, we briefly discuss the history of Thanksgiving and the issues that may surround it, what we need to be grateful for and the issues of consumerism and Black Friday. We answer some of your questions and have a philosophical discussion on the topic of death and how to learn to appreciate what we have.

Sources - https://www.google.ie/amp/s/www.insider.com/history-of-thanksgiving-2017-11%3famp, https://www.nytimes.com/2017/11/21/us/thanksgiving-myths-fact-check.html 

In this episode, we talk about the Discord leak of sexually explicit images of women and children in Ireland, the societal issue of revenge porn and slut-shaming and deep-rooted misogyny. We also take a few minutes to reflect on what we discovered and learned from The Problem With The Porn Industry mini-series.

If you, or anyone you know has been affected by the topics in this episode, contact the following -  To report trafficking/suspicious activity, anonymously email [email protected] or visit http://iomireland.ie/ for support.

For sexual assault visit - https://www.rapecrisishelp.ie/

If your nudes have been leaked on the internet visit - https://www.google.ie/amp/s/www.image.ie/amp/life/what-should-do-if-nudes-been-shared-internet-224565 or contact Women’s Aid on 1800341900 (24/7 helpline)

For all other related issues visit - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/specialist-helplines-support-services/ for a full list of resources no matter what you may be struggling with.

In this episode, we follow on with our conversation with Julie and discuss the pros and cons of porn and the industry itself. Annaig discusses the popular categories of porn, by county, in Ireland. She also uncovers the horrifying reality of human and child trafficking in the industry and the effects porn consumption may have on relationships. Henna tells us the answers our listeners have to questions about the pros and cons of porn and we chat about consent. Julie gives a brief description of the story of Mia Khalifa’s experience with the porn industry. 

If you, or anyone you know has been affected by the topics in this episode, contact the following -  To report trafficking/suspicious activity, anonymously email [email protected] or visit http://iomireland.ie/ for support.

For sexual assault visit - https://www.rapecrisishelp.ie/

For all other related issues visit - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/specialist-helplines-support-services/ for a full list of resources no matter what you may be struggling with.

Sources-  https://www.google.ie/amp/s/www.joe.ie/amp/fitness-health/counties-watch-porn-ireland-revealed-581461
https://www.pornhub.com/insights/ireland-regions
https://fightthenewdrug.org/by-the-numbers-porn-sex-trafficking-connected/ https://everaccountable.com/blog/how-pornography-affects-teenagers-and-children/ https://www.mentalhelp.net/blogs/how-pornography-distorts-intimate-relationships/ https://medium.com/@PsychBehind/pros-and-cons-of-pornography-adult-films-7904ac7b3ad6
https://youtu.be/zP04Nb_lesI
https://youtu.be/i2qplvJ6SLs

In the episode, we invited our good friend, Julie to sit down with us and discuss the possible pros and cons of porn and the industry itself. Julie shares information on the ‘no-fap’ community and porn addiction. She also discusses some shocking statistics on what is popular and how much we consume porn. Annaig gives a brief history of porn and how it came to be what we know today.

If you or anyone you know has been affected by the topics in this episode, contact the following -  To report trafficking/suspicious activity, anonymously email [email protected] or visit http://iomireland.ie/ for support.

For sexual assault visit - https://www.rapecrisishelp.ie/

For all other related issues visit - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/specialist-helplines-support-services/ for a full list of resources no matter what you may be struggling with.

Sources - https://www.reddit.com/r/NoFap/ https://www.pornhub.com/insights/2018-year-in-review
https://www.pornhub.com/insights/2019-year-in-review
How Pornography Drives Society: A Case Study on Adult Film by Alex Toma (sources below) https://pleasekillme.com/stag-pornographic-film-museum-of-sex/
http://porn-studies.com/the-golden-age-of-porn/
Coopersmith, Jonathan. “Pornography, Technology and Progress.” Icon 4 (1998): 94–125 https://fightthenewdrug.org/10-porn-stars-speak-openly-about-their-most-popular-scenes/ https://www.google.ie/amp/s/www.joe.ie/amp/fitness-health/counties-watch-porn-ireland-revealed-581461
https://www.pornhub.com/insights/ireland-regions https://fightthenewdrug.org/by-the-numbers-porn-sex-trafficking-connected/ https://everaccountable.com/blog/how-pornography-affects-teenagers-and-children/ https://www.mentalhelp.net/blogs/how-pornography-distorts-intimate-relationships/ https://medium.com/@PsychBehind/pros-and-cons-of-pornography-adult-films-7904ac7b3ad6

In this mini-episode, we chat about our favourite, most memorable and most disturbing music videos we have seen to date. (We also crush on Ariana Grande and how she is the new queen!)