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Why Smart Women Podcast

Annie McCubbin
Critical Thinking
Confirmation Bias
Relationships
Alternative Medicine
Cognitive Biases
Australia
Sydney
Vaccines
Decision-Making
Mental Health
Anxiety
Cognitive Bias
Decision Making
Divorce
Motivated Reasoning
Women's Empowerment
Skepticism
Women Empowerment
Societal Expectations
Psychics

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 ... more

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Recent Guests

Martin Beller
Guest; health professional with expertise in infectious diseases
Queensland/Australia
Episode: Martin Bella and Annie talk Diptheria and other avoidable outbreaks !
Snarky Gurken
Friend and guest on the show
Episode: Snarky and Annie chat about why we believe what we believe !
Sansia Burridge
Friend and business partner
Foundation / Community Garden Project
Episode: Why Smart Women Audiobook 2 Ch.15
Detective Bradley
Detective from the Surry Hills Crime Squad (guest role)
Surry Hills Crime Squad
Episode: Why Smart Women Audiobook 2 Ch.10
Martin Bella
Former footballer and energy/public discourse commentator
Energy/public discourse activist
Episode: Snarky Gherkin, Martin Bella, and Frackman, talk fighting the War on Disinformation
Dane Pratsky
Former footballer and public speaker on misinformation
Energy/public discourse
Episode: Snarky Gherkin, Martin Bella, and Frackman, talk fighting the War on Disinformation
Susan Gerbick
Major debunker of mediums and psychics
Episode: Meet the grief vampire slayer !
Kate Thomas
Friend and guest; actress with television credits mentioned in conversation
Entertainment/Media
Episode: Annie and Kate talk ‘ wellness’
Deborah Galanos
Actor, audiobook performer and discussion participant
Theatre/Entertainment
Episode: Can the Arts save us from ourselves?

Host

Annie McCubbin
Host of the Why Smart Women Podcast; engages in discussions about decision-making, skepticism, and women's empowerment.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Funny and educational

    Extremely engaging, (reminds me what sceptical podcasts used to be like, sort of). Two questions.

    1. How come the story of Cat is not a movie?

    2. Do you have some episodes you could recommend for young girls? My granddaughters are 12 and 14.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    4tune8chance
    Australia5 months ago
  • Love it. Informative, Annie is a great host with a lovely sense of humour.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dallas
    7 months ago
  • Frustrating

    Had to turn it off. I was really interested in what the guest had to say but the host kept talking over him and wouldn’t let him finish a sentence. Felt like breaking on the freeway every 30 sec. It’s not lunch with the girls, it’s an interview. And her tone made me feel like I was in trouble with my annoyed mother. She needs to give guests some room to speak.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Knickersisnotadirtyword
    Australia7 months ago
  • Review

    The basic concept of this podcast is really good but I find the dominating minutiae of Annie and David’s bickering annoying and really detracts from the podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Otepoti listener
    New Zealanda year ago

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Frustrating: Some feel the host speaks over guests and dominates conversations.
Review: Positive concept but some find the host's banter and bickering distracting.
Funny and educational: Extremely engaging and insightful, with thoughtful questions for new listeners.

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#186
Australia/Education

Talking Points

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Annie and Kate talk ‘ wellness’
Q: Do you think women are allowed to outgrow their identities, or are you expected to stay within a stereotype?
Kate suggests that identities are not fixed; people evolve and reframe who they are through experiences, support, and new roles, though social perceptions can linger and influence how changes are received.
Snarky Gherkin, Martin Bella, and Frackman, talk fighting the War on Disinformation
Q: What role do identities and emotions play in misinformation?
Identity and emotion heavily influence belief; challenging these aspects with empathy and metacognitive strategies can help people reconsider rather than react defensively.
Snarky Gherkin, Martin Bella, and Frackman, talk fighting the War on Disinformation
Q: How can we persuade others without triggering defensiveness?
Use questions to guide self-reflection, avoid direct confrontation, and acknowledge valid points while presenting evidence in a non-threatening way.
The Australian Skeptics tell it like it is !
Q: What makes the idea of holistic healing misleading?
Holistic healers often present themselves as looking at the whole body, but in actuality, trained medical professionals like GPs are the true pioneers of holistic care.
The Australian Skeptics tell it like it is !
Q: Could you explain the skepticism in regards to paranormal claims?
Skepticism involves an open inquiry into claims of the paranormal, supernatural, and things that are beyond known laws of physics, investigated with an open mind.

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Vibrant conversations around decision-making, cognitive biases, and everyday life challenges faced by women. Episodes blend storytelling, interviews, and practical guidance to help listeners think more clearly, question assumptions, and make smarter choices in health, relationships, work, and finances. Notable strengths include a skeptical lens on wellness trends, a focus on critical thinking, and approachable storytelling that mixes humor with useful insights. The show often features guests who challenge conventional wisdom and offers actionable tips for navigating modern life with confidence.

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