Episode 214 - We Are Jeni

Episode 214 - We Are Jeni

In episode 214, the Erins dive into "We Are Jeni," available on HBO Max. Dr. Jeni Haynes survived horrific childhood abuse by developing over 2500 personalities as a coping mechanism. She retells her own story and how she helped bring her father's crimes to light. This documentary recounts the landmark case using Jeni's "alters" as key witnesses against her abuser.

Episode 213 - Orgasm Inc: The Story of OneTaste

The Erins get culty this week in Episode 213, "Orgasm Inc: The Story of OneTaste," available on Netflix. Discussions on women's pleasure are long overdue. Enter sex forward startup, OneTaste, to educate men on where to find if for a fee. Despite being a female run company, the inevitable wheels fall off as greed and power ruin everything.

Episode 212 - Period. End of Sentence.

Empowerment is palpable in Episode 212, "Period. End of Sentence." available on Netflix. Menstruation is a taboo and rarely discussed topic in India. This leaves women with few resources to comfortably deal with their cycles. Enter "The Pad Project," and efforts to install pad machines in rural areas like the Harpur District. Women use the machine to produce and sell sanitary pads locally. These entrepreneurs gain income as well as peace of mind.

Episode 211 - The Haunting History of the Paris Catacombs

This week the Erins play tour guide in Episode 211, "The Haunting History of the Paris Catacombs," available on ShortVerse.com and YouTube. Late 1780's Parisians had a problem with "bad air" or miasma. Their local cemeteries were overcrowded with remains and rumors of sickness caused unrest among the living. What's the solution to this odorous obstacle? The Catacombs! The Erins relay all the gory details of moving millions of remains under the city.

Episode 210 - Between a Frock & a Hard Place

In episode 210, the Erins sashay through the delightful doc, "Between a Frock & a Hard Place," available on Amazon Prime. Terrence Stamp leads the cast of actors, drag queens, and insiders in the telling of how "The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" made its way to the big screen. Those who inspired the movie's characters discuss the evolution of drag in Sydney, Australia in the years leading up to production. Director Stephen Elliott and crew talk about inspiration and overcoming obstacles for the much loved film.