Episodes
Published 01/28/21
For the Honour of Greyskull! Today Ellis is joined by comic-writer Miranda Richardson to discuss the incredible She-Ra and the Princesses of Power. Turns out it's really challenging to critique something that does feminism so damn well!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 01/28/21
This week we highlight a hidden Netflix Original gem in The Half of It! Join Ellis and special guest Juanita Navas-Nguyen as they take a look at this gorgeously wholesome story about self-discovery and all the different ways love can be expressed.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 01/14/21
Happy No Year! We're kicking off the year by revisiting a topic that we just scratched the surface of last time - FRIENDS! Join Ellis and special guest Friends expert Nikki Long as they go over some of the good (and bad) parts of Friends that we didn't get to last time. We promise it's not all ripping into Ross.. Friendly Feminism at FRINGE WORLD, Perth.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 01/07/21
Happy Little Accidents are the best! Mim and Ellis sit down with actor, writer, and producer Jennifer Trijo for what they thought was a quick interview about Disney Princess parody 'Disenchanted' but actually turned into an hour long talk about the importance of art in society, philosophy, and Ellis' embarrassing Glee diary. We enjoyed the talk so much that we thought we'd publish the whole thing! What a way to kick off 202!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 12/31/20
So... 2020 has been a bit of a year, hasn't it? We decided to take a look back at the first year of our podcast, answer some questions about what we liked and what we didn't, as well as a fun questionaire at the end to round things out. We are so grateful for all the support that we have recieved this year from all of you wonderful listeners and can't wait to keep creating in 2021 which, statstisically, HAS to be a better year for everyone. Love you all 3 #FeminismRuinsEverything   See...
Published 12/24/20
One's thing's universal, life's no dress rehearsal! So today, unrehearsed and spontaneous, we are chatting with Feminism Ruins Everything's Favourite Lesbians Kirsty Burch and Em P. Webber to discuss movie-musical THE PROM. We dive deep into its queer representation, celebrate strong ally characters, and ask the big question: should a straight British man be playing a gay American? #JusticeForGrandma #BulletDeBose   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 12/17/20
Boys and girls of every age, wouldn't you like to hear something strange? Will this movie fail or pass? It's Feminism Ruins Everything's take on Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas (okay, perhaps the scansion in that last line doesn't really work and it's a very forced line, but what can you do?) Join us as we see how spooky the sexist gender roles is, how terrifying the lack of varied female characters is, and ask the all important question: is this really a story about cultural...
Published 12/10/20
Look at me! We're the Kings of New York as we discuss the Tony-Award winning musical of Newsies! (Specifically the film of the broadway show, based on the film, based on real world events). Join us as we ponder the lack of female Newsies, marvel at how Lefty this whole show is, and ask the all important question: Is Katherine a feminist icon, or is she reduced to a simple love interest by the end? You won't read these hot takes in your papes!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out...
Published 12/05/20
I said BRRRR, it's cold in here, there must be some PODCASTS in the atmosphere. This week we're tackling the seminal 2000 cheerleading film BRING IT ON. We dissect the cloud of toxic masculinity that follows male cheerleaders, lament a whole bunch of girls NOT supporting girls, shudder at the homophobic slurs being thrown left right and centre, and Mim's brain implodes at the prospect of sexualising teenage girls. #ItsAFeministPodcast #TheseAreSpiritFingerrs   See acast.com/privacy for...
Published 11/26/20
New to Lipp Media, hosts Heidi & Jessa relive the most cringey moments of their adolescence as they guide listeners through Dolly and Girlfriend Magazines from the late 90s and early 00s. In this episode of My Girlfriend Dolly, Jessa & Heidi read to you from Dolly magazine from July 2002. They discuss joining Lipp Media (OMG!!), 00's it girl Kate Bosworth & Miki cosmetics, read articles I'm Not Afraid To Be A Freak & take the quiz Are You A Grot? Listen to My Girlfriend...
Published 11/26/20
Think 'When Harry Met Sally' had bad ideas about men and women being friends? Meet Holidate! 2020's answer to the question: what would 'Gender Roles: The Movie' look like? #ItsAFeministPodcast #WhatIsKristinChenowethDoingHere   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 11/19/20
SomeBODY ONCE TOLD ME that today we'd been tackling 2001 animated sensation, SHREK. We discuss how the film deals with societal beauty standards, pushes back against a number of fairytale tropes, and ask the big question; can a film with only one prominent female character still be a feminist work? Trigger Warning: We discuss Sexual assault. If you don't wish to listen to this conversation, please skip [ 43:30 - 45:01 ] #ItsAFeministPodcast   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out...
Published 11/12/20
How you doin? Along with our live audience at the wonderful Star Theatres, Adelaide, we are discussing 90s sitcom and pop culture sensation FRIENDS. We tackle the toxic Ross-Rachel dynamic, queer representation, fatphobia, and everything that has not. aged. well. and ask the all important question: were they on a break?? #ItsAFeministPodcast #RossIsTheWORST   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 11/05/20
Coming to you LIVE from the wonderful Star Theatre in Adelaide - Feminism Ruins Everything takes to the stage for the very first time to talk about Disney's most successful animated feature to date - FROZEN! Join us as we sing a few songs, have a few laughs with our Bingo playing audience, and somehow find time to discuss the feminist merits of this modern-day Disney classic, including how it deconstructs the idea of 'love at first sight', has two incredible female leads, and asks the...
Published 10/29/20
There's not a star in heaven that High School Musical can't reach and, if we're trying, we're giving it a once-over with the old feminist discourse! Join us as we break down the toxic masculinity present in such a sports-oriented high school, Mim sees herself reflected in Ms. Darbus, and we ask the all important question: is Chad the absolute worst? #WholezomeZeke #SomeGuysDontLikeSports #HighSchoolMusical #ItsAFeministPodcast Get in touch! We'd love to hear from you on Facebook or...
Published 10/23/20
TRUTH. BEAUTY. FREEDOM. SEXY LAMPS. This week we are chatting about 2001 Baz Luhrmann jukebox melodrama extravanganza MOULIN ROUGE. Listen in as we chat about the SOLE female character of note, dissect the problematic attitudes of the men in her life, and lament the unfortunate outcome of taking inspiration from Bollywood too literally. We also dive deep into the construct of virginity and Mim airs some unpopular opinions about the beloved movie-musical and jukebox musicals in general....
Published 10/23/20
We'll have what she's having! This week we are chatting about iconic 1989 film 'When Harry Met Sally'. We dive deep into a feminist discussion about the notion of men and women not being able to be platonic friends, dissect that iconic diner scene, fangirl over feminist icon Carrie Fischer, and ask the all-important question: are Meg Ryan and Alicia Silverstone doppelgangers? LIVE SHOWS! Come along and be in the audience as we record our episodes on FROZEN and FRIENDS, the 90s sitcom. Join...
Published 10/15/20
It only had itself to blame. Today we're talking about the multi-award winning musical and film - Chicago - a show about sex, murder, jazz, and corruption that is just so much fun! Join us as we discuss woman manipulating the patriarchy for their own...
Published 10/01/20
Happy Taboo Tuesday, folks! This month we chat to our brilliant non-binary pal, Ollie, about navigating their gender identity, the significance of non-binary representation in the media, and their relationship with periods and contraception, and are...
Published 09/29/20
Grab your pears and your two limousines, we're discussing The Princess Diaries! One of our most requested films, we dive into a pool of early 2001 nostalgia to see if its feminist merits will take the crown, or abdicate the throne. Join us as we discuss...
Published 09/24/20
We had to do it. We couldn't not sink our teeth and whiskers into the absolute trash-fire that is the Cats 2019 movie. Come join us, Mimbleshanks the Railway Cat, GrizabEllis and special guest Jemmacle Cat (Jemma Allen) as we scrape the bottom of the...
Published 09/17/20
Grab your magic mirrors and talking candelabras because this week we are discussing a tale as old as time, Beauty and the Beast. We chat strong feminist role models, villains depicting toxic masculinity, air some strong opinions on the live-action...
Published 09/10/20
The way is clear, the light is good, and we're delving Into The Woods (and hopefully we'll be home before dark). Join us as we discuss the seminal Stephen Sondheim musical in all the ways it's feminist, all the ways it critiques misogyny, and all the...
Published 09/03/20
I want you to want to listen to us discuss 10 Things I Hate About You! Join us as we rave about the dense feminist values embedded in the foundations, wonder if the 90's aesthetic is the greatest aesthetic of all time, and ask ourselves the question: if...
Published 08/27/20