
With 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 | 23 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||

Paula Yates was a TV presenter and icon of British pop culture in the 80s and 90s. Her life with England’s beloved Bob Geldof seemed perfect until musician Michael Hutchence came into the picture — their love triangle turned bad romance was tabloid f... more
Paula Goodspeed was best known for being a Paula Abdul-obsessed singer whose act left her ridiculed on the national stage. In this episode, Lena and Alissa go deeper into Goodspeed’s story, unpacking her attempts at fame on American Idol, her lifelo... more
Lena and Alissa discuss Lourdes Gruart, the Cuban-American former model who vanished under mysterious circumstances. They take you through her days in Milan and Paris, the decline of her career, and her attempts to preserve the life she once lived. ... more
Lena and Alissa unpack the persona of Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes, multihyphenate artist and one third of the R&B group TLC. In Lopes’ life her immense talent and style stood alongside personal struggle, culminating in a tragic end. To many, she was the so... more
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I stumbled across this Pod and have listened from the beginning, I look forward to it every week.
I’ve recommended to my girlfriends. Hope there’s plenty more stories to come.
My new favorite!!!
Alissa and Lena 4eva
I love to hear about the lives of these ladies. So interesting, shocking and sometimes really sad. Thank you for telling their stories snd setting the record straight.
I was obsessed with this pod when it first came out, I paid for luminary just to listen to it over and over. Would KILL for new episodes. Please please please Lena & Alissa!!!!!!
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A unique exploration of the lives of women often labeled as 'mad,' 'sad,' or 'bad' by society, this podcast takes listeners on a historical journey through the challenges faced by these individuals. The hosts, Lena Dunham and Alissa Bennett, dive deep into the narratives of notable figures such as Lindsay Lohan, Judy Garland, and Mariah Carey, examining the societal perceptions and stereotypes that contributed to their complex legacies. Each episode weaves humor with poignant insights, creating a space for rich discussions about mental health, female empowerment, and the often brutal scrutiny faced by women in the public eye.
What sets this podcast apart is its combination of entertainment and education; it not only highlights the achievem... more
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