Impolite Society: Exploring the Weird, Taboo & Macabre
There are so many things we've been told we can't talk about in polite society. The things your mom told you never to ask about: Sex. Money. Poop. Death. The things that make normal people uncomfortable.
But if you're curious about the truth behind our deepest societal taboos, we're your gals. We dig into the history, science, and straight up weird truths behind these off-limits topics and give you the answers you never knew you needed.
- Update frequency
- every 11 days
- Average duration
- 52 minutes
- Episodes
- 104
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Society Chats: Summer Shorts and Hot Takes
In this week's parasocial episode, Rachel and Laura announce a quick break, our hot takes of the week, and the tv shows we are rotting away watching.
The Invisible Fetish: Period Sex, Menophilia, and Bloodhounds
In a world where nearly every kink has crawled out of the shadows and onto your For You page—feet, furries, feeding, you name it—there’s still one kink that seems to make even the most sex-positive s…
Society Chats: Support the Show, Q&A, and more True Crime
In this week's parasocial episode, Rachel and Laura discuss taking the plunge on Buy Me a Coffee, some getting to know you Q&A, and MORE true crime.
What's the Deal with Asexuals?
What happens when love doesn't lead to sexual attraction? Dive into the fascinating realm of asexuality with us this week. Discover the spectrum of asexual experiences, debunk myths, and explore why …
Society Chats - Face Surgery, Sunrise on the Reaping and the Great Clothing Purge
In this week's relaxed fit episode we discuss the Laura's facial surgery dilemma, the newest Hunger Games book, Rachel's 5k, and Laura's clothing purge.
Boyfriend for Hire: Japanese Host Clubs
In this episode of Impolite Society, hosts Laura and Rachel delve into the world of Japan's host clubs, where boyfriends for hire is a booming business. We explain how these clubs operate, the roles …
Society Chats: The Woman in the Yard, Gaming, and Spring Cleaning
In this week's relaxed fit episode we discuss the horror movie Woman in the Yard, the ending of Orange is the New Black, Rachel's new gaming hobby, and Laura's Operation Spring Cleaning.
Would You Survive a Disaster?
Explore survival psychology and how the human brain responds in emergency situations in today's episode. We'll share firsthand experiences, dive into what research says about our brains, and firsthan…
Society Chats: The Trees are Out to Get Ya, Glitter is Nefarious and Love is the New Blind
Join us for this week's chat where we discuss how the trees are waging war against us, the mysterious world of the glitter market and how we're reliving our Netflix obsessions from yesteryear.
That's …
Does Shame Get a Bad Rap?
Shame is often seen as a negative emotion, but what if it has a deeper purpose? Join Laura and Rachel on Impolite Society as they dive into the complexities of shame versus guilt, exploring how this …
Society Chats- Gabby Petito, Alone, and Belle Gibson
Join us for this week's chat where we discuss the newest Gabby Petito documentary, Belle Gibson, and the reality show Alone.
That's what you're in for today on our relaxed fit, mid-episode show.
Cuckolding Kink: Why is Infidelity so Hot?
Over half of American men fantasize about seeing their partner with another man. What makes cuckolding so irresistible for so many? Today we're exploring the psychology and evolutionary origins behin…
Society Chats: Sheet Talk, Axe Murders and Tudor Townies
Join us for this week's chat where we discuss our bedroom hygiene, how far we could make it on just half a brain and the origin of the word townie.
That's what you're in for today on our relaxed fit, …
Drilling a Hole in the Skull: The Crazy History of 1960s Trepanation
In this episode of Impolite Society, Laura and Rachel explore the bizarre 1960s counterculture practice of trepanation, where individuals drilled holes in their heads to achieve heightened consciousn…
Society Chats: Counterfeit Geese and Blue Balls
Want more Laura and Rachel in your life? Check out Society Chats, where we chat about our lives and what's happening in our worlds.
Are Childfree People Happier?
Does the path to true happiness include children? Join us as we delve into the growing movement of the Child-Free Lifestyle, challenging societal norms around procreation. They discuss personal and d…
Society Chats: Barbies and Night Bitches
Join us for our second Society Chats, where we chat about our lives and what's happening in our worlds.
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Text Rachel and Laura your…
Traumatic Brain Injuries: When Good Brains Go Bad
In this episode of Impolite Society, Lara and Rachel delve into the complexities and mysteries of the human brain. Starting with traumatic brain injuries, they explore how incidents like Phineas Gage…
Introducing Society Chats
Welcome to Society Chats, our relaxed fit episode where we catch up on and talk about life to carry you through the long fortnight betwixt our episode.
Take a bite out of our Christmas catch up, what …
Choking: Totally Sexy or Totally Strangulation?
Join us as we explore the rise of sexual strangulation, tracing its origins from fringe kink to pop culture phenomenon. Delve into the physical and emotional risks, the influence of porn, and the tro…