Why Smart Women Podcast
Welcome to the Why Smart Women Podcast, hosted by Annie McCubbin. We explore why women sometimes make the wrong choices and offer insightful guidance for better, informed decisions. Through engaging discussions, interviews, and real-life stories, we empower women to harness their intelligence, question their instincts, and navigate life's complexities with confidence. Join us each week to uncover the secrets of smarter decision-making and celebrate the brilliance of women everywhere.
Episodes
65 episodes
If the earth is flat, how do you not fall off?
Michael Marshall takes us behind the scenes of his daring three-day undercover mission at a UK Flat Earth Convention, offering rare insights into the minds of conspiracy believers. This fascinating conversation reveals why smart people believe ...
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32:46
There’s a villain in all of us!
Ever wondered why the villains in Shakespearean drama captivate us so deeply? In this fascinating exploration of character and identity, Annie McCubbin and her guest David draw compelling connections between classical acting techniques and ever...
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Episode 52
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25:47
Coldplay Kisscam - The end of forgiveness?
Ever noticed how women are constantly encouraged to be forgiving, grateful, and blessed, regardless of how poorly they're treated? This episode dives straight into the dark side of forgiveness.The conversation kicks off with a laugh abo...
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42:43
Snarky Gherkin goes 2 rounds with the Anti Vaxers
What drives someone to fight dangerous misinformation when it would be easier to stay silent? Meet The Snarky Gherkin, who found himself thrust into the world of conspiracy debunking after participating in a COVID-19 vaccine trial and facing a ...
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Episode 51
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56:32
Honey, I Shrunk the Evidence: Why Natural Remedies Often Fail
Annie McCubbin's voice might be compromised by illness in this episode, but her critical thinking remains razor-sharp as she demolishes popular myths around natural cold remedies and wellness treatments. With characteristic wit and evidence-bas...
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40:30
The Great Fob Fiasco: Tales from the Marriage Frontlines
A missing car fob, a dentist appointment, and a blocked car park entrance become the perfect storm for examining how our brains process blame and responsibility in relationships.
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Episode 50
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43:47
Annie and the $400 Mandarin:
Have you ever made a decision that seemed perfectly reasonable in the moment, only to have it blow up in your face later? In this hilarious and insightful episode, Annie shares the mortifying story of how a single forgotten mandarin cost her $4...
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41:30
Itching for a fight? Hold your fire.
When unexpected laryngitis strikes podcast host Annie McCubbin, her husband David steps into the spotlight, offering a refreshingly candid look at relationship dynamics and the unnecessary drama we create. Drawing from their 30+ years of marria...
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Episode 49
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31:06
Bonus Ep: Considering the weight loss jab? Food noise get thee gone!
The battle with food cravings has met its match. After decades of diet culture telling us to just "be disciplined," science has finally acknowledged what many of us have always suspected – willpower was never going to win against our brain chem...
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54:27
Can’t win an argument? You could be a Labrador!
Every moment of every interaction is governed by an invisible force most of us never consciously recognise – status dynamics. From deciding where to eat dinner to navigating workplace meetings, these subtle power plays determine who gets heard,...
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Episode 48
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46:38
Bonus Ep: Alpha Males, Sacred Cacao, and Other Nonsense
Something alarming is happening across social media platforms. A new wave of self-proclaimed experts are selling dangerous ideas about "masculine" and "feminine" energy, pushing us back decades in gender equality progress while calling it "embo...
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46:19
Spiritual leaders, healers or hucksters?
What happens when spiritual practices cross the line from helpful to harmful? In this eye-opening exploration, we pull back the veil on the sometimes dangerous world of spiritual retreats and self-proclaimed healers.
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Episode 47
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35:42
Bonus Ep: David has the Man Flu. Is feminine energy the cure?
Ever wondered why your partner melts into a puddle of misery with a cold while you power through the day with a raging migraine? This episode dives into the amusing reality of how differently we handle being unwell in relationships.
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51:04
How a psychologist, a psychiatrist and a husband saved Dianne.
Have you ever found yourself saying quietly, "I am in a mess" while continuing to push forward? Dianne Saker's powerful story might be the wake-up call you need.
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Episode 46
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51:07
Bonus Ep: Is it Trauma or Tuesday?
Have we gone too far in labelling everyday emotional reactions as trauma? This thought-provoking episode tackles the complex territory between genuine traumatic experiences and normal human discomfort, offering a refreshing perspective on emoti...
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36:19
Coleman and the Cult
The gap between wellness culture and conspiracy theories is smaller than most realize—something Coleman Watts and Daniela discovered firsthand. Their extraordinary journey from deep immersion in false beliefs to champions of critical thinking o...
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Episode 45
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51:40
Bonus Ep: Why David didn't pick up
Have you ever found yourself furious at a partner who simply can't remember to charge their phone? In this refreshingly honest episode, we dive into the small irritations that can trigger major relationship conflicts and reveal the surprising s...
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36:36
Doone Roisin talks Dresses Determination and Davos Pt.2
Ever wondered why it's so hard to try new things, even when nothing's truly stopping you? This episode dives deep into the psychology of self-limitation and offers practical wisdom for breaking free from restrictive thinking patterns.
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Episode 44
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34:28
Bonus Ep: How is Annie like Harrison Ford?
Have you ever found yourself in full-blown panic mode despite knowing better? That's exactly what happened when I got trapped in a stairwell after visiting my neurologist. One moment I was making a rational decision to avoid a potentially broke...
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37:30
Doone Roisin talks Dresses Determination and Davos Pt.1
Dune Ruchin isn't just another entrepreneur – she's a force of nature redefining what's possible for women in business. In this riveting conversation, the founder and host of Female Startup Club (ranked in the top 0.5% of podcasts globally) ope...
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Episode 43
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29:36
Bonus Ep: Is Annie ‘Burnt Out’ or just annoyed?
Ever found yourself seething over a too-small purse or cursing the universe for lost keys? You're not alone. Annie McCubbin's delightful rant about "Things That Annoy Annie" takes an unexpected turn from everyday frustrations to a sharp critiqu...
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32:40
Is ADHD real or are boys just being boys......
What happens when ADHD meets anxiety? When your brain seems to work against you? When you accidentally leave your child locked in an office because you simply forgot?🙋♀️ Meet with Annie – g...
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Episode 42
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54:16
Bonus Ep: Been ghosted online? Better listen in….
Have you ever been ghosted? That moment when someone you've been talking to simply vanishes without explanation, leaving you wondering what went wrong? In this fascinating exploration of modern relationships, Annie McCubbin and her guest David ...
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43:30
Are you being gaslit? Pt.2
What happens when the text messages suddenly stop flowing? When the intense connection you felt begins to fade into sporadic breadcrumbs of attention? In this eye-opening continuation of Annie McCubbin's conversation with Karen Bijkersma, they ...
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Episode 41
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28:02
Bonus Ep: Annie, David and the Chicken Fence
What's the secret to staying happily married for over three decades? According to Annie McCubbin and her husband David, it's certainly not perfection. In this refreshingly honest bonus episode, they pull back the curtain on their 30+ year relat...
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