MissPerceived
AudiocraftyLeah Ruppanner is a no-nonsense Sociologist from the University of Melbourne on a mission to dispel society’s biggest and most divisive gender myths. In MissPerceived, Leah will tackle pervasive questions and draw upon decades of academic research and evidence to debunk the gender myths that benefit no one - showing that women aren’t better than men at seeing mess or multitasking, and that men are... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 123 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Social SciencesEducationScience | |||
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Can teaching your kids to notice mess actually lighten your mental load? In this episode of MissPerceived, Professor Leah Ruppanner shares a simple, viral tip from her friend Kate Mangino's Good Housekeeping article that's already resonating with tho... more
Friday Night Lights, weekly spirit-day outfits, tailgates, private coaches, group chats tracking every practice and sign-up — Professor Leah Ruppanner just moved back to the US after 13 years in Australia, and youth sports culture hit her like a truc... more
"The mental load doesn't exist. It's just something women made up to make men feel bad." If you talk about the mental load online, you've seen this comment — and in this episode of MissPerceived, Professor Leah Ruppanner takes it head on.
Leah unpac... more
What happens when caregiving never ends — when you cared for your siblings as a child, your own children as an adult, and now your grandchildren in older age?
In this episode of MissPerceived, Professor Leah Ruppanner discusses Grandmothering While ... more
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- Touched my very soul
Leah - first of all - sending you all the healing vibes from NZ, you’ve got this! Your episode sharing your diagnosis and highlighting the huge mental load of mothers living with kids with high needs touched my soul. Thank you for seeing, validating and recognising this intense journey and the overwhelming mental load it creates. So, just thanks and gratitude to you and all you do.
Apple Podcasts5JoyfulBrebs
New Zealand4 months ago - Love listening in— so validating and empowering!
just started listening— absolutely love her perspective and research. hooked!
Apple Podcasts5Folding Smith
United States5 months ago - Was following until the dog died
End of March episode where the death of a dog (who’d apparently choked to death alone outside) was spoken of as an inconvenience in the morning routine and nothing more just broke me. I know you’re making a point but Gawd it sounded so callous.
Apple Podcasts2You've lost a customer
Australia5 months ago - Leah your BFF
This podcast is like having a good friend on call for whenever you need it. I love Leah’s expert information, but also her casual approach and her judgement free take on the mental load.
Apple Podcasts5Niua2003United States10 months ago - Pure gold
A must-listen for anyone interested in gender dynamics and women’s work. Sharp, entertaining, and packed with insight!
Apple Podcasts5GHGoodwin
United Kingdoma year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #181 | United States/Science/Social Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #68 |  Canada/Science/Social Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #142 | United Kingdom/Science/Social Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #19 | Australia/Science/Social Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #147 |  Italy/Science/Social Sciences |
Apple Podcasts | #177 | Australia/Science |
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The series examines how gender norms shape everyday life, work, and relationships, drawing on sociology research and real-world examples to debunk common myths. Episodes explore topics like the mental load, equality vs. equity, parenting, and workplace dynamics, offering practical frameworks, tools, and conversations with researchers and practitioners. The approach blends rigorous evidence with accessible storytelling, inviting listeners to rethink everyday routines, institutions, and policies that sustain inequality. A notable strength is translating academic work into bite-sized, actionable insights and highlighting how structural factors interact with individual choices.
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MissPerceived launched 2 years ago and published 123 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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1. Lashonda Pittman
2. Ellie Angell
3. Courtney Lund O'Neill
4. Mira Gunawansa
5. Avni Patel Thompson
6. Verity Tuck
7. Eve Rodsky
8. Haley Swenson
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