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According to legend, witches could transform into cats during August but not without risk. Anney and Samantha delve into the history of the connection between women, cats and witches, and the lore surrounding cat nights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Today we delve into the works of Ethiopian scientist, molecular plant pathologist Segenet Kelemu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

In this classic, we check back in on Dr. Pragati Singh, health professional and the founder of Indian Aces, the Indian subcontinent's first support group for asexual people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

<p>Julia Stiles (&quot;Riviera&quot;) tells the story of a woman who has a perfect New York City apartment ... and a crush on her roommate.</p> <p><p>Subscribe today at <a href="http://nytimes.com/podcasts">nytimes.com/podcasts</a> or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also s ... Show More

<p>Felice Neal was in the checkout line at Whole Foods when she dropped her sweet potato. A handsome customer behind her said, “I think this is yours.” Felice was smitten.</p><p>Felice believes this meet-cute was fate — and it opened her up to new ways of looking for love in a ci ... Show More

<p>Some crushes are brief: the guy at the gym, the girl on Twitter, your barista. But others are epic -- and take on a life of their own. Olivia Munn (&quot;The Predator&quot;) reads Marina Shifrin's essay.</p> <p><p>Subscribe today at <a href="http://nytimes.com/podcasts">nytime ... Show More

A little mellow and solipsistic vibes but the girls get to know each other a little more 

This week, Ellie dives into all things first dates! She shares her do's and don'ts list for dating, the story of how Leo DiCaprio appeared on one of her first dates, her go-to outfits and getting ready routine, what the most awkward part out with someone new is and how to get pas ... Show More

<p>When we fall in love, it is automatic that we desire safety and security in our relationships. In the heteronormative context, women generally celebrate a partner that offers emotional, physical, and financial security and this is exactly what Silver promises Ray when they mee ... Show More

How do you explain being in a long term loving relationship when you’ve not really had one yet? In her latest novel, The Cassandra Complex, Holly Smale attempts just that.She tells us about accidentally and then deliberately writing an autistic character, how being an autistic wo ... Show More

This week, Ellie welcomes Troy Osterberg to the show for an episode that dives into dating from a guy vs. girl's perspective! They talk what each of their ideal first dates would be, their biggest icks in relationships, what red and green flags to look for on a first date, why th ... Show More

(VIDEO PODCAST AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY & YOUTUBE) Welcome to the world of Pretty Lonesome. Madeline invites you into her lovely, lonely world (with her dog Bugs) giving you the inside scoop on New York Fashion Week, the evolution of her friendships, and her chaotic inner thoughts. A ... Show More