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Impolite Society: Exploring the Weird, Taboo & Macabre

by Flyover Radio, Inc.

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.

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Position in the Social Sciences chart (US), last 90 days.

#74
all-time peak
9
days in the top 100 since Dec 2024

Latest episodes

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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.  Got your own

Jun 2 2025
27 min

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

May 26 2025
45 min

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. Got your own th

May 19 2025
37 min

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 experienc

May 12 2025
50 min

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 pur

May 5 2025
31 min

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 h

Apr 28 2025
58 min

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&a

Apr 21 2025
29 min

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 resea

Apr 14 2025
1 h 12 min

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 Net

Apr 7 2025
28 min

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 vers

Mar 31 2025
46 min

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 tod

Mar 24 2025
28 min

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 psychol

Mar 17 2025
49 min

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

Mar 10 2025
28 min

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

Mar 3 2025
1 h 06 min

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.  Got your own thoughts? Text the

Feb 24 2025
29 min

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

Feb 17 2025
1 h 03 min

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.  Got your own thoughts? Text them to Impolite Society! Supp

Feb 10 2025
31 min

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 ho

Feb 3 2025
58 min

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 o

Jan 27 2025
31 min

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 i

Jan 20 2025
48 min

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