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Lily O'Farrell 19 episodes Latest May 27, 2026

A podcast about women and internet culture by writer and cartoonist Lily O'Farrell. The show explores various aspects of online life and how they intersect with women's experiences. It is available on YouTube and social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

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The Anti-Pill Pipeline Jun 11, 2026 3179 The pill is under attack! From TikTok misinformation and the 'Make America Healthy Again' movement to conservative women promoting ‘divine femininity’, a growing anti-contraception movement is gaining momentum. But what happens when legitimate frustrations about hormonal birth control, medical misogyny, and the lack of research into women’s health become a gateway to conspiracy theories, tradition

Thin and Right-Wing: Your Body as a Political Weapon May 27, 2026 2671 Thin is back and she’s thinner than ever. From Skinny Tok and cosmetic weight loss injections to trad wife influencers and far-right femininity, this episode draws on Kate Manne’s book Unshrinking to explore how women are taught to shrink themselves in response to a right-wing political landscape. How do we talk about this trend among celebrities without commenting on individual women’s bodies? Wh

The Masculinity Grift and Meta Smart Glasses May 20, 2026 3555 Remember the bestselling pickup artist book The Game by Neil Strauss? Since its release, pick up culture has evolved alongside the internet - from online forums to viral 'cold approach' videos filmed using Meta smart glasses (and uploaded without the women’s consent.) In this episode, I speak to two men who've made these videos, alongside a leading expert in image-based abuse, to unpack the online

To Botox or Not to Botox? May 13, 2026 2478 Botox has gone mainstream. Once exclusive to the celebrity class, it’s now marketed as routine beauty maintenance for women. When the widespread use of injectables is challenged, a common defence is “it’s her choice, and feminism is about choice, right?” But it's not that simple. In this episode we pick apart 'choice feminism' - its origin and its impact, and we look at how to talk to our friends

Hot for the Plot: Romantasy, Heated Rivalry, Women and Erotica May 6, 2026 3713 It’s a great time to be a horny woman! Women are going offline to get off. We’re reading Romance Fiction and Romantasy, watching male-on-male hockey smut, listening to audio erotica and reading confessional sex stories. Why are we leaving video porn behind? How does erotica authored by women offer an alternative to the violence of the male gaze, and what do the feminist porn wars of the 70s and 80

Trailer: No Worries If Not! is back Apr 30, 2026 80 No Worries If Not! is now a YouTube show featuring hand-drawn, lo-fi animations, expert guests and a documentary-style exploration of women and internet culture. Watch the trailer and subscribe to the ⁠No Worries If Not! YouTube channel⁠ so you don’t miss an episode. For audio listeners only - you’ll still be able to listen to the raw audio from each episode here in podcast form. Learn more about

Why are women afraid of looking old? May 6, 2024 2671 Welcome back to No Worries If Not! Series 2, Episode 5. In this episode we're looking at why women are so afraid of ageing. Why are children using anti-ageing skincare products? Why are we so obsessed with skincare trends and ‘30phobia’? What do we think of when we think of ‘old’ women? Special thanks to our guests Chloe Laws, Isabella Matthews aka @spottylittlething and Trish Bolton. Learn more a

Are we dating the same guy? Apr 30, 2024 2138 Welcome back to No Worries If Not! Series 2, Episode 4. In this episode we're looking at the notorious Facebook groups 'Are We Dating the Same Guy?' where women share notes on men they're dating - exposing them for cheating, being abusive or just generally being badly behaved on dates. Since 2022, these online groups have expanded and popped up all over the world, but what happens when whisper net

Can you buy fast fashion as a feminist? Apr 23, 2024 1948 Welcome back to No Worries If Not! Series 2, Episode 3. In this episode we're looking at why women take centre stage in the fast fashion industry. Why are 80% of garment workers women? Why do Shein and Boohoo keep making the headlines? How the hell do you buy sustainable clothes with no money? Special thanks to Anna Bryer and Kaenat Issufo from Labour Behind the Label and Lauren Bravo. We’ve i

Should we all become Trad Wives? Apr 16, 2024 2196 Welcome back to No Worries If Not! Series 2, Episode 2. In this episode we're looking at the rise in popularity of the online Trad Wife influencer. Is it just a harmless, aesthetically pleasing subculture of women doing housework, or is it masking something more sinister, like right wing politics and extremist ideologies. Special thanks to Alice Cappelle, Dr Veronica Hopner, Sophia Sykes and Jasmy

What do Gamergate and Amber Heard have in common? Apr 9, 2024 2643 Welcome back to No Worries If Not! I'm so excited about Series 2, it's bigger, better and even more compelling. In this episode we're looking at the Amber Heard and Johnny Depp trial, the misogynistic frenzy that ensued online, and the decade old hate campaign that set the stage for it all: Gamergate. Special thanks to Alice McCool, Katherine Denkinson and Jessica O'Donnell. This episode contains

Romantic Comedies Dec 19, 2023 2526 Our second and final of our Christmas special episodes! A deep dive into our favourite Rom Coms and how they've shaped our view on love and dating. Special thanks to Monica Heisey, Lynsey Wilson from Maclynn International, and Melissa Moore and Yotam Ophir from the University of Buffalo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Problematic Family Dec 12, 2023 2211 The first of our Christmas special episodes! We’re looking at how to productively talk to family members with problematic views during the holidays, with words of wisdom from people who’ve had to have these difficult conversations. Big thanks to Theresa from Mermaids UK, Fiona Clark from Show Racism the Red Card and Kay and Danny. Theresa, Kay, and Danny are all using pseudonyms to protect their i

Spirituality Nov 21, 2023 2046 She’s a horoscope, tarot, crystal girly! Big thanks to astrologer @AlizaKelly, anthropologist @Jourdemayne, professor Marisa Galvez and spiritual healers Venus, @TheTrapWitch and @AmberTheConduit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Neurodiversity Nov 14, 2023 2161 A deep dive into the underdiagnosis of autism and ADHD in women, and self diagnosing online. Big thanks to psychologists @EEG_SpecialEd and @JessicaLeighPHD, journalist @ChantayyJayy and the founder of @ADHDBabes, @VVNSings. This is a curly media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sex and Pleasure Nov 7, 2023 2253 Why does the orgasm gap still exist, and what are we learning about pleasure from the internet? Big thanks to clinical psychosexologist @thesexdoctor, sex educator @ReedAmberx, sexfluencer @ScottyUnfamous and Tasha Mansley from @SplitBananaaa. A curly media production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AI Oct 31, 2023 1944 As AI becomes more incorporated into our everyday lives, how is it affecting women? Big thanks to tech and gaming journalist @LeighAlexander, tech researcher Clementine Collett, the founder of Iris Dating Dr Igor Khalatian and data scientist Ayodele Odubela. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Almond Mums Oct 24, 2023 1941 Why are some mums so obsessed with their daughter’s weight? Big thanks to Lily’s mum, good friend Elle and Kerrie Jones, the CEO and founder of the @Orri_UK eating disorder treatment clinic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Alpha Male Oct 17, 2023 2008 How did a study on animal behaviour get hijacked by anti-feminists? Big thanks to primatologist and author Frans de Waal, social entrepreneur and public speaker @LewisWedlock, broadcaster @RichieBrave and of course Ruby for sharing her story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Series coming Tuesday 17th October Oct 10, 2023 92 Episode one coming Tuesday 17th October. Subscribe now! Feminist cartoonist and writer Lily O’Farrell - aka @VulgaDrawings - looks at internet culture and how it affects women. A curly media podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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