What a Creep

By: Margo Donohue
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  • Hosts Margo and Sonia chat about Creeps. We talk about Creeps of the past and the present: It's the who's who of who's the worst. Do you have a story about one of the Creeps we covered? Email us at whatacreeppodcast@gmail.com.
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  • The "Know Nothing" Party (1840-1860), Nativism, and the Creepy Racism in Springfield, Ohio

    The "Know Nothing" Party (1840-1860), Nativism, and the Creepy Racism in Springfield, Ohio
    Sep 20 2024
    GWhat a CreepSeason 26, Episode 10“The Know-Nothing Party," Nativism, and Springfield, Ohio Today”If you have been keeping up with the news, you may have heard about the city of Springfield, Ohio, where there have been over 33 bomb threats (as of this posting) targeting its Haitian residents. How did this situation come about? Today, we will delve into the origins of the Know Nothing Party, also known as the American Party, a nativist political movement in the United States during the 1840s and 1850s. Understanding the history and policies of this party provides valuable insight into the current immigration debates in the U.S. Content Warning: Racism, bigotry, and general awfulness Sources for this episodeSmithsonianBritannica PolitcoCNNNewsweekSpringfield News-SunNew York TimesThe GuardianBBCSpringfield Commission Meeting August 27, 2024New York MagazineWashington PostNBC NewsThe AtlanticThe Dollop “Know Nothing”Be sure to follow us on social media. But don’t follow us too closely … don’t be a creep about it! Subscribe to us on Apple PodcastsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CreepPod @CreepPodFacebook: Join the private group! Instagram @WhatACreepPodcastVisit our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatacreepEmail: WhatACreepPodcast@gmail.com We’ve got merch here! https://whatacreeppodcast.threadless.com/#Our website is www.whatacreeppodcast.com Our logo was created by Claudia Gomez-Rodriguez. Follow her on Instagram @ClaudInCloud
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • The Definition of "Cool Girls and "Pick Me Girls"

    The Definition of "Cool Girls and "Pick Me Girls"
    Sep 13 2024
    What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 9Cool girls and pick-me girlsShe’s one of the guys. She says she prefers to hang out with guys because girls cause “too much drama.” “I’m not a feminist because I don’t hate men.”I’m not like other girls.” If this sounds familiar to you, maybe you know someone who’s a pick-me or cool girl. Let’s talk about it.Sources for this episodeThe AtlanticBuzzfeedCNNDictionary.comJezebelNew York MagazineWashington PostWomen’s Media Center“The Cool Girl Trope, Explained” on The Take’s YouTubeMargo’s picks for social media following!JeriLRyan@TeenVogue GregProops @ProopDog @JojoforJerz@MsPackYetti @ecmclaughlin @quinncummings @parkermolloy@TheReidOutBe sure to follow us on social media. But don’t follow us too closely … don’t be a creep about it! Subscribe to us on Apple PodcastsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CreepPod @CreepPodFacebook: Join the private group! Instagram @WhatACreepPodcastVisit our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatacreepEmail: WhatACreepPodcast@gmail.com We’ve got merch here! https://whatacreeppodcast.threadless.com/#Our website is www.whatacreeppodcast.com Our logo was created by Claudia Gomez-Rodriguez. Follow her on Instagram @ClaudInCloud
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    57 mins
  • Neil Gaiman (Creepy Famous Author) & NON-Creep John Green ("The Fault in Our Stars")

    Neil Gaiman (Creepy Famous Author) & NON-Creep John Green ("The Fault in Our Stars")
    Sep 6 2024
    What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 8Neil GaimanBeloved author Neil Gaiman has recently been involved in a controversy following multiple allegations of sexual assault. Several women have come forward with accusations, some dating back decades. For example, a former employee at Gaiman's property accused him of coercive sexual behavior during her stay from 2014 to 2021. Other women have made similar claims, including Julia Hobsbawm, who described an unwanted sexual advance in the 1980s.According to a recent article in Business Insider: Tortoise Media's podcast, "Master: The allegations against Neil Gaiman," which was released on July 3, shares the stories of four women who alleged he sexually assaulted them in 1986 and 2022, respectively. Another woman appeared on a separate podcast with an allegation relating to 2012.Gaiman has denied all non-consensual aspects of the allegations. As we learn more about one of the most popular writers in the business, many of his current projects are on hold or outright canceled.Content Warning: Sexual Assault, Coercive Control, and celebrity assholery. Sources for this episodeRolling StoneTortoise Media Master: The Allegations Against Neil Gaiman.Julie Bindel SubstackThe Politics of Dancing SubstackCouncil of Geeks (YouTube)David Aaronovitch SubstackMetro UKNeil Gaiman WikiLondon TelegraphVultureThinking Critical YouTubeNMEAmanda Palmer Blog AV Club Am I Broken? (Podcast) Be sure to follow us on social media. But don’t follow us too closely … don’t be a creep about it! Subscribe to us on Apple PodcastsTwitter: https://twitter.com/CreepPod @CreepPodFacebook: Join the private group! Instagram @WhatACreepPodcastVisit our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/whatacreepEmail: WhatACreepPodcast@gmail.com We’ve got merch here! https://whatacreeppodcast.threadless.com/#Our website is www.whatacreeppodcast.com Our logo was created by Claudia Gomez-Rodriguez. Follow her on Instagram @ClaudInCloud
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    1 hr and 10 mins

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