What The F

What The F

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What The F episodes

  • Post-Grad Life! with Lindsey Smiles

    Welcome back to the What the F podcast in its postseason! Join us for a conversation between Suhani, Ella and Mia from education, and our very own Lindsey, What the F’s former co-president from 2022-2023!!!! We talk about post-grad life, the challenges and fun of college at UofM and experiences at What the F!


    As always, you can give us feedback, submit a 6-word story, check out our blog, or follow our socials here. We'll be accepting applications to join the Podblog team in the fall!



    52 min
  • Bollywood Breakdown!!

    On this episode, Aayana and Suhani talk all things Bollywood, including the impact it’s had on them, favorite actors, hot takes, drama, and recommendations. This episode is for Bollywood lovers and novices alike, so grab some popcorn and join them!


    As always, you can give us feedback, submit a 6-word story, check out our blog, or follow our socials here.

    1 hr 13 min
  • The Tortured Podblog Department

    Welcome back to the What the F Podcast! For this ep, Shelby, Aayana & Payton sat down to dissect The Tortured Poets Department, Taylor Swift's newest album, and to give our initial reviews (Pitchfork who?). Our main takeaways:


    1. This album sounds like it knows how to use Instagram;

    2. Jack Antonoff should be put on restraining order from Electric Lady Studios;

    3. The lore... we feel like we just barely scratched the surface!!


    Rating: ★ ★ ★ 1/3 stars out of 5


    Taylor Swift after they took out all her teeth


    As always, give us feedback, send a 6 word story (when will these be read? time will tell), and check out our social media + blog here.




    1 hr 12 min
  • Unraveling Climate Change Policy with Matthew Roling

    For this episode, Payton sat down with sustainability consultant Matthew Roling to discuss the ins and outs of climate change and climate policy, from the 1970s to today. We discuss some of the most popular solutions proposed for decarbonization, global agreements from the Kyoto Protocol to the Paris Agreement, and what politics have gotten right (and wrong) in addressing the climate crisis. Tune in to hear an intergenerational perspective on how you can contribute to climate activism, regardless of your background. 


    As always, feel free to follow our socials or give feedback here!

    52 min
  • The Lesbian Masterdoc: Where Are They Now?

    In this episode, Shelby and Payton sat down to revisit the infamous Lesbian Masterdoc (see: S2 Pilot: Toes, Tinder and The Lesbian Masterdoc). Join them as they recount their queer journeys, which parts of the Lesbian Masterdoc resonated the most, growing up encountering and overcoming compulsory heterosexuality, and experiencing the joys of authentic love! Lesbi-honest, it’s an episode you don’t want to miss!

    Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and F*CK. What do you stand for?

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    55 min
  • 99 problems & STEM (Culture) is One

    In this episode, Mak and Suhani take a break in the middle of finals week (during December) to spill the tea on all things STEM culture. Listen to them talk about pre-med classes, the concept of a weed out course, and why everything is so damn stressful.

    Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and F*CK. What do you stand for?

    Follow us on Instagram ⁠@wtfpodblog⁠

    Submit an anonymous ⁠⁠6 word story⁠⁠ to be featured in a future episode!

    Read our ⁠⁠blog⁠⁠ and be a ⁠⁠guest writer⁠⁠. Check out our ⁠⁠website⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠give us feedback⁠⁠.

    52 min
  • Sponsor Us, CAPS

    Hey What the F-ers! It has been waaaaaayyy too long. In this episode, Mak and Payton sat down for a therapy session (kidding) about overcoming trauma in college, handling toxic relationships, and being true to yourself after difficult situations. From your two favorite Scorpios <3


    TW: mentions of abuse and broader discussions on healing trauma.


    P.S. : we left y'all on a cliffhanger with the library closing :( stay tuned for potential part 2?


    At What the F, the F stands for Fresh, Funny, Fearless, Feminist, and F*ck. What do you stand for?


    Check out our Linktree to find our socials, submit to the blog, or send us feedback or a six-word story.




    57 min
  • 1989 (WTF's Version)

    ! Calling all of the pop girlies ! In this episode, Aayana, Shelby, and Suhani break down THE best pop album in existence: 1989 (Taylor's Version). Join them as they go down the rabbit hole to their memories of the original 1989 era, and lovingly argue about vault and album rankings, and debate the songs that got better (and worse).

    Here at What the F, the F stands for fresh, funny, fearless, feminist, and F*CK. What do you stand for?

    Follow us on Instagram @wtfpodblog

    Submit an anonymous ⁠6 word story⁠ to be featured in a future episode!

    Read our ⁠blog⁠ and be a ⁠guest writer⁠. Check out our ⁠website⁠, and ⁠give us feedback⁠.

    44 min
  • Incels, the Alt-right, and Gun Violence

    Welcome back to the What the F Podcast! This is part 2 of our Halloween series on the scary things in fiction, on Halloween, and around us.


    For this episode, Suhani and Payton talked about two political ideologies and online communities: inceldom the alt-right. How did these movements originate and change over time? How do they influence mass shootings in the US? And how does popular discourse around gun violence and these communities perpetuate harm?


    TW: discussion of violence against marginalized peoples and mass shootings.


    Since this episode was recorded, a mass shooting was committed in Maine on October 25th. We deeply condemn this act and are heartbroken for all those victimized by it. If you want to talk more about ongoing events or get support, please reach out to us through socials or email. You can also find resources for learning about and coping with gun violence here.


    You can find our sources for this episode in our Linktree, as well as follow us on social media, submit a 6-word Secret, or submit to our blog.

    30 min
  • Halloweekend: Spooky Series pt. 1

    Happy Halloweekend! To celebrate, Payton and Suhani are bringing you a set of mini episodes inspired by the spooky stuff we love (and don't)! This episode focuses on body horror and its feminist meanings, the queer history of Halloween, how Halloween costumes can be liberating or appropriating. We also rattled off a list of costume ideas off (you're welcome).

    Here at What the F, the F stands for Fresh, Funny, Fearless, Feminist, and FUCK. What do you stand for?

    You can check out the sources for this episode, submit a 6-Word Secret, write for the blog, or find our socials here.

    39 min

About What The F

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Coming to you from Ann Arbor, Michigan, this podcast is the newest spinoff of student-run What The F Magazine. As your irregular periodical, we believe that storytelling builds community and strengthens relationships, and we aim to provide an inclusive and intersectional space for free expression.