The C-Word
Lena Dunham & Alissa BennettWith every episode, Lena Dunham and Alissa Bennett take you on a historical deep dive into the life of a woman society dismissed by calling her mad, sad, or just plain bad: Lindsay Lohan, Judy Garland, Winona Ryder, Mariah Carey, Lil Kim and many more. Join them for a rich, hilarious, and heartbreaking look into exactly what it means when we call a woman “crazy.” The C-Word was originally publishe... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 37 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||
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Lena and Alissa welcome the new year with an iconic early 20th-century party girl: La Marchesa Luisa Casati. They delve into Luisa’s obsession with the occult, her high-profile artistic and romantic relationships, and her singular desire to become a ... more
In Part 2, Lena and Alissa resume their discussion on Brittany Murphy. By the late 2000s, Brittany’s career was stagnant and rumors about her erratic behavior and her sketchy new marriage were widespread. Tragically, her life was cut short in Decemb... more
The Brittany Murphy of the 90s won our affection with her talent, iconic laugh, and breakout role as goofy but lovable Tai in Clueless. But the Brittany Murphy of the 2000s weathered tabloid speculation about her appearance and high-profile relatio... more
Lena and Alissa discuss a different kind of c-word subject: Yolanda Saldívar. She became known for robbing the world of beloved Tejano music star Selena. In this episode, Lena and Alissa discuss Saldívar's criminal history, how obsessive fandom is re... more
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I payed to listen to these back when they first came out and I’m loving them just as much the second time around. Can’t wait for the Brittany Murphy episode to drop. Also can we get another season!?!
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If you seriously make shirts that say body by Mary Shelley or worldly, I would buy 100 of them
Apple Podcasts5dweezleheadUnited States2 months ago - Welcome back!!
This is the podcast that turned me into a podcast person all those years ago, and I kept my Luminary subscription for far too long just because I didn’t want to give up listening to my favorite episodes. I quote all the catchphrases to this day. I am SO HAPPY it’s getting the wider audience it always deserved. I hope if it gains momentum you’ll finally grace us with more!!
Apple Podcasts5BdalsbrookUnited States3 months ago - Women Matter
Important stories and also highly entertaining. They have a wonderful friendship on top of it. So blessed to have access.
Apple Podcasts5KaceyReyUnited States3 months ago - Excellent
Just finished the Judy Garland 2 part episode and I am blown away. I always love all the side stories and anecdotes that Lena and Alissa tuck into these. Smart and funny and hugely entertaining. Thank you!
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Apple Podcasts | #159 | United States/History |
Apple Podcasts | #105 |  United Kingdom/History |
Apple Podcasts | #145 |  Canada/History |
Apple Podcasts | #107 |  Australia/History |
Apple Podcasts | #235 |  Germany/History |
Apple Podcasts | #73 |  Ireland/History |
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The episodes feature in-depth explorations of notable women throughout history who have been labeled as 'mad', 'sad', or 'bad'. The discussions revolve around their lives, careers, and the societal judgments they faced, shedding light on themes of fame, mental health, substance abuse, and the exploitation of women in media. Hosts Lena Dunham and Alissa Bennett blend humor with poignant storytelling, making each episode both entertaining and thought-provoking. By focusing on figures like Judy Garland, Anna Nicole Smith, and Whitney Houston, the content not only unveils personal struggles but also critiques the cultural narratives that have perpetuated negative stereotypes about women. This unique perspective offers listeners insight into the... more
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