A podcast where every week we do a little bit of ranting, chatting and learning about different aspects of intersectional feminism, all while offering a safe space for girls, gays, non-binary people and anyone who&#39;s ever been told they&#39;re OVARY-Acting! You will hear references to current news, books, tv shows and films, as you experience the world from a female teenager&#39;s perspective.Contains strong women, strong language and strong opinions.A new episode comes out every Wednesday.

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OVARY-Acting! The Podcast will be taking a summer break until September (date to be announced). Take the time during the holidays to catch up on the episodes you haven&#39;t listened to yet or simply listen to them again if you have already. Thank you so much for your constant support! It means a lot to me! Stay safe mi gente and see you soon...Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

Time For A Summer Break...

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TW: Rxpe, Sexual Assault, Paedophilia &amp; SuicideFreedom of Speech or Hate Speech? In this episode of OVARY-Acting! Michelle talks about the controversial topic of Dark Humour and tries to find an answer to the question, as she looks into the pro/con sides of this issue &amp; analyses its true purpose.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#15 | Dark Humour: Should I Laugh or Should I Go?

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TW: Eating Disorders &amp; Body DysmorphiaIsn&#39;t it scientifically proven that the thinner you are, the healthier your body is? In this episode Michelle talks about the Body Positivity movement and breaks down common myths surrounding weight, as she dives deep into the toxic world of diet culture. Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#14 | Can Diets Ever Be Body-Positive?

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In this episode Michelle dives into the topic of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), talking about what it is, what impact it has on girls and women all around the world every day, and stating why this practice needs to be abolished once and for all. An issue that needs to be talked about more, so definitely an episode worth a listen!Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#13 | Why FGM Needs to Be Abolished

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In this episode Michelle talks about the #FreeBritney Movement which is currently all over the news, explaining what it fights for, how it started and what pop singer Britney Spears has to do with all of it.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#12 | What's the #FreeBritney Movement?

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A rap to call out the sexism out there! Written &amp; Performed by Michelle Sorriso.[This is an excerpt from the podcast episode &#34;Calling out Everyday Sexism!&#34;]Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

Bonus Clip: OVARY-Acting! The Rap

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In this episode Michelle talks about gaslighting, the most used tool of abusers there is, and breaks it down to its core, showing you step-by-step how it works &amp; how it is something that can affect anyone really. If you have the suspicion or know that somebody might be gaslighting you, this is the right episode for you. Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#11 | Are You Being Gaslighted?

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Join Michelle in this very special episode of OVARY-Acting!, as she celebrates its 10th episode today! All surrounding the topic of Everyday Sexism, Michelle talks about her own experiences with it and analyses the cruel intentions behind sexist jokes. A fun game as well as a special surprise at the end await you! Definitely worth a listen!Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#10 | Calling out Everyday Sexism! *Special Episode*

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In this episode Michelle gives you a little bit of the queer history you didn&#39;t get in school, and talks closely about the origins of pride. It is much more feminist than you think. Who were Marsha P. Johnson &amp; Sylvia Rivera, and what did they have to do with the whole LGBTQ+ movement?Happy Pride Month everyone!Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#9 | Why Pride is a Feminist Cause

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In this episode Michelle talks about how the male gaze controls the portrayal of women in the media, and analyses whether twerking can truly be considered female empowerment, just the way many famous female music artists of today claim it to be. Sexualization or Sexual Liberation?Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#8 | Does Twerking help (fight) the Patriarchy?

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TW: Blood &amp; PeriodsIn honour of #MenstrualHealthAwarenessWeek Michelle talks all things periods in this episode. From anatomy to poverty, you will learn about how menstruation affects the lives of people, and how education &amp; interest play an important role in breaking the stigma surrounding it. An episode relevant for both menstruators and non-menstruators because we need all parties to be understanding of the matter at hand, in order to change society&#39;s general view on periods.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#7 | Periods 101: A Guide for Everyone

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In this episode Michelle passes the mic on to Ruchith Asha Kamal, a teen activist from India who dedicates himself to raising awareness on human rights issues in his country, and has a conversation with him about the general situation of women in India and how feminism is perceived there. From periods to arranged marriage, it&#39;s very eye-opening so therefore definitely worth a listen. Also make sure to follow Ruchith&#39;s work on every social media platform @teen__activism and @ruchith_asha_kamal!Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#6 | Could India become feminist? w/Ruchith Asha Kamal

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TW: Mentions of Rape &amp; Sexual AssaultIn this episode, Michelle dives into the toxic world of Cancel Culture and discusses whether it can be considered a good tool for the development of our society into a more safe and politically correct one.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#5 | Should we Cancel Cancel Culture?

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In this episode Michelle talks about Chinese filmmaker Chloé Zhao and what historical importance her win at the Oscars &amp; Golden Globes this year carries for the modern feminist movement. Why is she only the second woman to win for Best Director? What happened to all the other female directors from the past decades? Were they not good enough for an award? If you&#39;re a Cinephile, this is the right episode for you! Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#4 | Oscars: Where are all the Female Directors?

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In this episode Michelle breaks down the vicious cycle of Gender Stereotypes, explains why they are harmful for the individual human being and highlights the importance of parents being good role models as a first step to destroying them.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#3 | The Vicious Cycle of Gender Stereotypes

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TW: Mentions of Rape, Sexual Assault &amp; SuicideIn this episode of OVARY-Acting! Michelle explains how the process of Victim-Blaming works and why society prefers avoiding a problem instead of stopping it at its roots.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#2 | How Victim-Blaming Starts at a Young Age

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In the first-ever episode of OVARY-Acting!, Michelle makes you dive into the depths of the feminist mind and breaks down the terrifying F-Word to its core. This lays the foundation for all future episodes to come.Follow the podcast on Twitter and Instagram for information &amp; updates @OVARYActing_Pod and ask me all of your questions there!

#1 | Breaking Down the F-Word

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Introducing OVARY-Acting! with Michelle Sorriso, a brand-new feminist podcast premiering Wednesday, 14th April!

Welcome to OVARY-Acting!

A podcast where every week we do a little bit of ranting, chatting and learning about different aspects of intersectional feminism, all while offering a safe space for girls, gays, non-binary people and anyone who's ever been told they're OVARY-Acting! You will hear references to current news, books, tv shows and films, as you experience the world from a female teenager's perspective.

Contains strong women, strong language and strong opinions.

A new episode comes out every Wednesday.