If Plato and Aristotle had internet addictions and knew what "gaslighting" was, they'd probably make this podcast. Hosts Julia Hava and Eliza McLamb guide you t...
The girlies are joined by friend of the pod P.E. Moskowitz to discuss our collective brain atrophy and the ever-deteriorating state of thinking in our society. The binchies explore the stupidity of it all—how anti-intellectualism is both a tool of fascism and a coping mechanism, why sincerity is frowned upon in the age of constant performance, and how much agency we’re willing to give up in exchange for comfort. Digressions include picky eating as a moral failure, food delivery app psychosis and asking ourselves: is Sabrina Carpenter to blame for it all? P.E.'s Mental Hellth Substack: https://mentalhellth.xyz/ This episode was produced by Julia Hava and Eliza McLamb and edited by Allison Hagan. To support the podcast on Patreon and access 50+ bonus episodes, mediasodes, zoom hangouts and more, visit patreon.com/binchtopia and become a patron today.
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Now I Know How Joan of Arc Felt
The girlies are back with a long-awaited Girlboss Summit where they explore the lore of two historical legendresses: Joan of Arc and Marie Skłodowska-Curie. Digressions include the consequences of shakin’ up ya life, our solemn duty to remind everyone about CTE, and of course, Hilaria Baldwin updates. This episode was produced by Julia Hava and Eliza McLamb and edited by Allison Hagan. Research assistance from Kylie Finnigan. To support the podcast on Patreon and access 50+ bonus episodes, mediasodes, zoom hangouts and more, visit patreon.com/binchtopia and become a patron today. SOURCES THE STORY OF JOAN OF ARC By Andrew Lang Joan of Arc Joan of Arc is burned at the stake for heresy Joan of Arc Archive by Allan Williamson French Women & Feminists in History: A Resource Guide - Joan of Arc The Life and Legacy of Marie Curiea Madame Curie’s Passion
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The 2025 Valentine Hotline
The girlies open the Binchtopia Valentine Hotline once again to offer listeners advice for navigating the ups and down of love. Binchies around the world call in with important questions like: why do I always find myself dating older men? How do I escape a six year situationship? Why does my boyfriend only pay for things in cash? Plus, so much more! Digressions include the queen of Pakistan’s incredible press tour, whether or not we’ll be reading Joan Didion’s diary, and asking ourselves: is Kylie Kelce okay? If you're over 18 and you’d like to be matched with a Binchie near you, please fill out the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7CC21MxpV02CGpRx5Vg7N4KgYeK_GcF7Mi_EATesUuWBiaA/viewform This episode was produced by Julia Hava and Eliza McLamb and edited by Allison Hagan. To support the podcast on Patreon and access 50+ bonus episodes, mediasodes, zoom hangouts and more, visit patreon.com/binchtopia and become a patron today.
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Bangs Are For Evil People *TEASER*
The girlies dive back into the mailbox trenches to read a plethora of your gagworthy moments and the aftermath of shaking up ya life! Digressions include the tragic Shakespearean figure of Hawk Tuah, exes who can’t stop shitting their pants and Julia accepting her crown as the #1 anti-situationship warrior. This is a teaser for a Patreon-exclusive episode. To listen to the full episode and access over 50 bonus episodes, mediasodes, and monthly zoom hangs visit patreon.com/binchtopia and become a patron today.
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What Are We Doing To Our DraftKings?
The girlies explore one of the most destructive addictions gripping boyfriends everywhere — gambling. They dive into the history of games of “luck,” its lack of legislation and the unchecked rise of sports betting that is plaguing men today. Digressions include the flop of a film that is Emilia Perez, Hilaria Baldwin’s upcoming book and Julia’s Mohegan Sun journey. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. Call the National Gambling Helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER or text 800GAM for confidential support. This episode was produced by Julia Hava and Eliza McLamb and edited by Allison Hagan. Research assistance from Kylie Finnigan. To support the podcast on Patreon and access 50+ bonus episodes, mediasodes, zoom hangouts and more, visit patreon.com/binchtopia and become a patron today. SOURCES Gambling Cultures Roll the Bones: The History of Gambling Casino Edition CHANGING PUBLIC POLICY AND THE EVOLUTION OF ROMAN CIVIL AND CRIMINAL LAW ON GAMBLING The Numbers vs. the Lottery Social media copies gambling methods 'to create psychological cravings' Addicted to love: how dating apps ‘exploit’ their users Gambling addiction can cause psychological, physiological health challenges How the Brain Gets Addicted to Gambling What is Considered Gambling? Gambling Global Market Report 2025 AGA Commercial Gaming Revenue Tracker State of Play 2024 - American Gaming Association Gambling, Smartphones, and the Hijacking of Our Brains Why gamblers get high even when they lose Why are most problem gamblers men? Research reveals huge volume of sports gambling advertising on social media in the US Sports betting ads are everywhere. Some worry gamblers will pay a steep price How gambling affects the brain and who is most vulnerable to addiction Examining Gender Differences for Gambling Engagement and Gambling Problems Among Emerging Adults - PMC. Casino Psychology 101: What Makes Casinos Addictive Royal Flush | The New Yorker How Las Vegas went from mobbed-up town to the center of the entertainment universe - Yahoo Sports Internet Gambling: Past, Present and Future Sports betting timeline: From Las Vegas to the Supreme Court Sports betting ads are everywhere. Some worry gamblers will pay a steep price Bill would ban sports betting ads during games and forbid bets on college athletes Online gambling drew record numbers of players during the pandemic, new study finds Sociocultural Influences on Gambling and Alcohol Use Among Native Americans in the United States Lions’ David Montgomery Opens Up About Overcoming ‘Suicidal Thought’ in Rookie Year The Financial Consequences of Legalized Sports Gambling The history of problem gambling: Temperance, substance abuse, medicine, and metaphors. How Las Vegas Became a Gambling Mecca | HISTORY How Sports Betting Upended the Economies of Native American Tribes The Social and Economic Impact of Native American Casinos | NBER The Man Who Brought Casinos to the Indians : NPR How a Native American tribe changed the gambling industry by standing up to the FBI DeSantis gave the Seminole Tribe exclusive rights to run online sports bettings in Florida | Fortune
If Plato and Aristotle had internet addictions and knew what "gaslighting" was, they'd probably make this podcast. Hosts Julia Hava and Eliza McLamb guide you through our current cultural hellscape, share sociological and psychological perspectives on pop culture, and deconstruct everything you've ever loved. Come have a laugh with us through the end times of late stage capitalism! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.