Giving up men is becoming a trend! And it all started with the 4B movement. In Korean, 4B stands for four “no’s”: no dating men, no sex with men, no marrying men, and no childbirth. It’s a bold feminist movement created by Korean feminists to break away from the toxic patriarchal system and build a community that truly centers on women and their needs.

In this episode, we spoke with Haein Shim—a passionate women’s rights activist, documentary producer, and freelance journalist—to unpack what the 4B movement is all about and why it’s resonating so deeply with young women in and beyond Korea. Haein also shares her personal journey from being anti-feminist to fully embracing feminist ideals and talks about how the 4B movement connects with other feminist movements like Escape the Corset.

Throughout the conversation, we explore the real challenges feminists face in a society that often misunderstands and misrepresents their motives. We discuss the power dynamics at play and highlight why reclaiming women’s agency and autonomy is more important than ever. Haein opens up about her own experiences with societal pressure and why she believes prioritizing women’s lives and choices is essential for change. We also challenge the Western perspective on feminism, emphasizing the need for a more inclusive understanding that respects diverse experiences.

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In this episode, we talk about everything you need to know about menstruation!

We discuss the stigma around periods, discrimination against women in medical healthcare, how society would be if it were men who got periods instead of women, misinformation about periods, how women's bodies change throughout the course of the menstrual cycle, why society's work culture isn't set up to honour women's body cycles, period poverty, and the dangers of period sex.

We also share our own personal stories, discuss cultural differences between different countries, and brainstorm changes that we think society needs to make to improve women's period experiences.

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In this episode, we share 10 non-negotiables that heterosexual women need when having sex with men!

We share why it’s important for women to have higher standards for sex than men do. We encourage women to work out what their own standards are, so that we can all be aware of what we really deserve.

We discuss everything from contraception and STDs, to sexual pleasure, emotional connection, objectification, and how women are socially conditioned to please their partners, as well as the importance of having sex for the right reasons, with someone you feel truly comfortable with.

We also discuss the myth of friends with benefits, why sex is more pleasurable for women than for men, and what’s wrong with missionary position!

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Happy New Year! Our first episode of 2025 is about how to stick to your New Year’s resolutions.

We discuss: why New Year’s resolutions often fail, the importance of setting realistic goals and expectations for yourself, and that it’s totally okay even if you haven’t made any progress on your resolutions in January. Don’t give up too soon!

We also share our advice about: how to set goals, how to become a better version of yourself, how to develop healthy habits, how to make vision boards that actually work, the benefits of creating an alter ego, and the importance of not making goals with other people in mind.

We finish the episode by sharing our own New Year’s resolutions for this year. Wishing everyone a happy and healthy year ahead!

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Our first Film Club episode is a deep discussion of Coralie Fargeat’s provocative and visually stunning film, The Substance. The film won Best Screenplay at the Cannes Film Festival, and is a shocking exploration of the impossible beauty standards that our society places upon women.

We discuss its gripping narrative, the symbolism throughout the film, and the way it explores themes like the objectification of women, fetishisation of youth, the internal struggles and self-criticism that we face as women, fear of ageing, depictions of female madness, and our society’s collective destruction of women through the pressure to fit impossible beauty standards. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation!

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In this episode, we spoke with Dian Zhou about her experiences appearing on reality TV show The Bachelor Japan Season 5.

Dian gave us an exciting glimpse into the behind-the-scenes of the filming process, including the best and worst moments!

We also discussed: pressure to fit Japanese beauty standards, social norms for how women are expected to behave, the friendships that she formed with the other girls which lead to a sense of sisterhood rather than competition between the female contestants, cultural differences between Western and Japanese reality TV shows, and the importance of being yourself.

She also shared some exciting upcoming projects that she’s been working on!

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In this episode, we’re covering everything you need to know about female masturbation—a topic that’s deeply personal and important, yet often silenced and ignored.

We discussed: the stigma around female masturbation, differences between perceptions of male vs. female masturbation, lack of sex education about masturbation, differences in attitudes towards masturbation in different cultures, differences between how men and women masturbate, and why masturbation is empowering for women, as well as sharing our own personal masturbation stories and experiences using sex toys and visiting sex toy shops.

This episode goes beyond just a simple discussion about masturbation—it’s about reclaiming agency over our bodies, finding joy in self-discovery, and breaking free from the shame and taboos that often hold us back. Tune in for an open and empowering discussion!

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No matter where we are in life, we all face moments when we need to make big decisions that shape our future—whether it’s moving to a new country, changing careers, or deciding to get married.

In these moments, intuition often serves as a guiding voice that helps us realise what we truly want deep down. However, following that inner voice isn’t always easy amidst the noise and distractions of our modern society. If this resonates with you, this episode is for you!

We share personal stories about some life-changing decisions we’ve made, and explore how listening to our intuition played a key role in making those choices. We also talk about the challenges of trusting yourself vs. caring about other people’s opinions, discuss ways to balance intuition with cognitive thinking, and offer tips on how to hone your intuition.

*Please note: due to some issues with the recording environment, the audio quality of this episode might be slightly uneven. We appreciate your understanding and hope you can still enjoy the episode!

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