This week I explore the changing domestic violence laws in America, and define terms around domestic violence such as coercive and reactive abuse. For support visit dvassist.org.uk

This week I look at how words such as 'fat', which is merely an adjective and descriptor, has nearly entirely negative connotations, and how the media - whether television, film or online - add to and perpetuate fatphobia and body prejudice.

This week, I look at the Incel community online: who they target and why, what terms like 'Stacy' and 'Chad' mean, and the consequences of their online presence.

8th March 2022 marks this year's International Women's Day: in this short episode, I reference how the movement began, the #breakthebias focus of this year's campaign, and highlight some inspirational women you may want to go and research in more detail! Visit internationalwomensday.com for information.

This week I look at how social media can unfortunately be easily used as a tool for the bullying of others: high profile women such as Jameela Jamil and Lindsay Lohan, to everyday users like you and I. For support with online abuse, visit cyberspace.org

This week I look at different domestic violence laws in counties such as Russia and the UK, and how laws are being changed to either protect women or, in some cases, decriminalise domestic violence altogether. I also explore the very real "genocide" of indigenous women in Canada. Visit refuge.org.uk for more information.

In episode 2 of season 2 I look at the potential causes and impacts of homelessness, and how this issue disproportionately affects people of colour and LGBT+ youth. For further reading, visit The Big Issue's website or shelter.org.uk

In the first episode of 2022, I discuss how the diet industry capitalises on the associated shame of 'overindulgence' at Christmas, in order to sell diet products and weight loss schemes. I also consider how Environmental Racism and the lack of access to health care for minorities adds to prejudice around weight and health - especially in women of colour. Follow @yrfatfriend and @everydayracism_ for more information.

This week I talk about the nuances and intricacies of a person's sexuality. What impacts it? Can it be defined? I refer to the work of Mae Martin and their excellent book 'Can Everyone Please Calm Down', as well as how sexual trauma, as described by Sophie Ellis-Bextor in her book 'Spinning Plates', and my own personal experience, can hugely affect how you handle future relationships.

In this festive(ish) episode, I look at Christmas songs such as 'Santa Baby' and 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' and consider how their lyrics translate into modern day culture.