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What a CreepDick CheneyWhat a CreepSeason 31, episode 3Host Sonia Mansfield and Erin Lim from Bitch Talk Podcast talk about Dick Cheney.The former VP rebranded “torture” as “enhanced interrogation” and argued that if the president does something, then it’s legal. Gee, that’s sounds familiar. He pushed our country into a war that killed a lot of civilians and U.S. servicemembers. Oh, and he personally profited from it. Dick got a redemption arc from the media and society after he announced he would vote for Kamala Harris rather than Predator Trump in the 2024 election. Wel...
2025-11-1346 min
What a CreepBill Gothard, founder of the Institute in Basic Life PrinciplesWhat a CreepSeason 31, Episode 2Bill Gothard, founder of the Institute in Basic Life PrinciplesKristen Meinzer from The Nighty on Hatch Plus and Health Matters from the Mayo Clinic joins Sonia Mansfield to talk about creep Bill Gothard, a minister, writer, and the founder of the Institute in Basic Life Principles (IBLP). The IBLP is a fundamentalist Christian organization that encourages the submission of wives to husbands, procreative sex, the corporal punishment of children, homeschooling, and biblical literalism. Those who’ve escaped it say it goes much further, enlisting co...
2025-10-2640 minWhat a CreepFox News bros (Jesse Watters, Brian Kilmeade, and Greg Gutfeld)What a CreepSeason 31, Episode 1Fox News bros Host Sonia Mansfield is joined by Margo Porras from Book vs Movie to talk about a trio of Fox News creeps who have been in the news recently: Jesse Watters, Brian Kilmeade, and Greg Gutfield.Sources for Jesse WattersThe Daily BeastThe GuardianWikipediaSources for Brian Kilmeade The Majority ReportThe Ring of Fire Raw StoryThe GrioWikipedia Sources for Greg Gutfeld CNN
2025-09-281h 35What a CreepBill Maher (replay with new intro)Comedian Bill Maher likes to paint himself as someone who just calls it as he sees it. If you don’t like his jokes, you’re either an ignorant conservative or a liberal snowflake. Well, we also call it as we see it, and we think Bill Maher is a creep.Sonia tells us why Bill Maher is a creep with a little help from our friends at:WikipediaHuffington PostNew York MagazineJezebelThe Mary Sue: Rep. Katie Porter vs. Bill MaherBe sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and you will never miss an episode.Also...
2025-09-0947 min
What a Creep7th Heaven's Stephen Collins & His Creepy Past/Max's "Hollywood Demons" (REPLAY)What a CreepSeason 29, Episode 2Stephen Collins & Jeffrey Jones (Replay ep!)Stephen Collins is best known for his role on the wholesome WB drama series 7th Heaven, which aired from 1996 to 2007. Jeffrey Jones is likely most recognized for portraying the cartoonish principal in Ferris Bueller's Day Off and the clueless dad in Beetlejuice. The Max show "Hollywood Demons" includes an entire episode discussing Collins's disturbing behavior, featuring testimonies from one of his victims. So we thought replaying this episode while Sonia goes on a well-deserved vacation would be good. Stephen C...
2025-04-0445 min
What a CreepThe Bobby Dunbar Disappearance (1912)What a Creep“The Disappearance of Bobby Dunbar” (1912)Season 29, Episode 1Margo & Sonia love us a creepy historical crime, and what is more puzzling than the case of Bobby Dunbar? In 1912, four-year-old Bobby Dunbar vanished during a family trip to Swayze Lake, Louisiana, sparking a massive search. Eight months later, a boy resembling Bobby was found with a handyman, William Walters, who insisted the child was Bruce Anderson, the son of Julia Anderson. Despite her claims, the Dunbars took the boy and raised him as Bobby. In 2004, DNA testing conf...
2025-03-2859 min
What a CreepLuc Besson: Creepy French Director "The Fifth Element" & "The Professional"What a CreepDirector Luc BessonSeason 28, Episode 6Luc Besson is the writer and director of “La Femme Nikita,” “The Fifth Element,” and “Leon: The Professional.” He’s also the writer and producer of “The Transporter” and “Taken” movies. The Daily Beast describes him as “the Michael Bay of France.” The French director has also been accused of sexual misconduct by nine women, with allegations ranging from rape to sexual harassment. What a creep.Trigger warnings: Rape, sexual harassment, and Sonia’s bad French pronunciation Sources for this episode:
2025-02-2245 min
What a CreepKendrick Lamar, Drake, and the 2025 Super Bowl (Mustard!!!!!!)What a CreepKendrick Lamar & the Drake FeudSeason 28, Episode 5The 59th annual Super Bowl became the backdrop for the intense feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, one of the most significant rivalries in modern hip-hop. Fueled by long-standing tensions over artistic credibility, lyrical skill, and industry dominance, this conflict has been brewing for over a decade. However, it escalated in 2024 with a series of explosive diss tracks. Kendrick's songs "Euphoria" and "Not Like Us" took direct shots at Drake's authenticity, personal life, and alleged manipulation within the industry.
2025-02-151h 08
What a CreepThe NFL, Janet Jackson, & the 2004 Nipple Gate ControvesyWhat a CreepThe Super Bowl’s Big Wardrobe MalfunctionSeason 28, Episode 4It was the wardrobe malfunction seen around the world. We’re going to talk about the infamous 2004 Super Bowl Halftime Show. The entire country lost their collective mind because they got a glimpse of Janet Jackson’s boob for less than a second during what they like to pretend is a family-friendly cultural event. In reality, we’re watching a brutal sport in which men are getting concussions for our entertainment, sandwiched in between commercials for booze an...
2025-02-0758 min
What a CreepAndrew Kehoe and the Bath School Disaster (1927)What a CreepAndrew Kehoe & the Bath School Disaster (1927)Season 28, Episode 3Andrew Kehoe was a mass murderer who, nearly one hundred years ago, instigated the most significant school tragedy in the United States, which occurred in Bath Township, Michigan. A disgruntled farmer who lost an election for the position of treasurer on the Bath Township School Board, Kehoe used dynamite to create chaos, resulting in the deaths of 45 people and injuries to 58 more. In this episode, we will talk about Kehoe’s life and the twisted plan he had for re...
2025-01-3150 min
What a CreepJohn Harvey Kellogg: Creepy Cereal AdvocateWhat a CreepJohn Harvey KelloggSeason 28, Episode 2Kellogg’s Corn Flakes was the boring cereal in my Kellogg’s cereal variety pack, but it’s the one that started them all. And one of the men behind that cereal was John Harvey Kellogg.John Harvey Kellogg championed nutrition and a holistic approach to health. But he was also a eugenicist, which, if you don’t know, is the inaccurate theory that humans can be improved through selective breeding of populations. He also advocated for forced sterilization of anyone he deeme...
2025-01-2552 min
What a CreepJohn Hughes & His Most Problematic Movies: Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, & More!What a CreepSome of the Creepiest Plots to John Hughes FilmsSeason 28, Episode 1John Hughes accomplished the remarkable feat of being a quintessential Baby Boomer while still resonating with Generation X and Millennials through his films. Movies—such as 16 Candles, The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Pretty in Pink, and She’s Having a Baby—became essential viewing for generations that felt overlooked by mainstream media. He genuinely seemed like “one of us.”However, when we examine his work through a modern lens, it is difficult to...
2025-01-181h 26
What a CreepWrestling & Reality TV Creep Hulk HoganWhat a CreepHulk HoganSeason 27, Episode 12Are you ready to talk about Hulk Hogan, brother?Wrestler Hulk Hogan was everywhere through the ’80s. He appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated, TV Guide, and PEOPLE. He had his Saturday morning cartoon show and was the most-requested celebrity of the ’80s for the Make-A-Wish foundation. He also had a run of movies in the 80s and '90s. But now, he’s mainly known for lying, for a leaked sex tape filled with his racist and homophobic rants, and for be...
2025-01-1150 min
What a CreepMatt Gaetz Former Florida Rep & NOT the Attorney GeneralWhat a CreepSeason 27, Episode 11Matt Gaetz - UPDATEMatt Gaetz is a garbage human being who is also the U.S. representative for the first congressional district of Florida. When he’s not kissing disgraced former president Trump’s ass and sending bad tweets, this sentient can of Axe Body Spray is voting against laws fighting sex trafficking while being investigated for sex trafficking.Updated sources:Vox - The Matt Gaetz Ethics Report, ExplainedThe New York Times - Key takeaways from the House Ethic...
2025-01-0359 min
What a Creep"The Day the Music Died" The Death of Buddy Holly, J.P. Richardson, and Richie ValensWhat a Creep“The Day the Music Died” Season 27, Episode 10"The Day the Music Died" is a phrase coined by singer-songwriter Don McLean in 1971 in his 8-and-a-half-minute song “American Pie.” The tragic deaths of Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens on February 3, 1959, shocked the world and have been the subject of study for decades. In this episode, I will discuss the lives of the men who lost their lives that night and the harsh realities of life on tour during the early days of rock and roll.
2024-12-2149 min
What a CreepJoe Francis and "Girls Gone Wild" (Updated)What a CreepJoe Francis (Update)Season 27, Episode 9With the release of the documentary series, “Girls Gone Wild: The Untold Story,” it’s time to revisit our Joe Francis episode. Francis was the founder and creator of Girls Gone Wild, which made him a millionaire 10 times over. He has also been convicted of tax evasion, bribery, false imprisonment, and assault and has pleaded no contest to child abuse and prostitution.Sources for this episode:Girls Gone Wild: The Untold Story on PeacockHollywood ReporterJezebelCBS NewsFo...
2024-12-1358 min
What a CreepUFC Creep Conor McGregor & 9 NON-Creepy Irish Women to WorshipWhat a CreepSeason 27, Episode 8Conor McGregorConor McGregor is a mixed martial arts fighter who became famous in the sport after winning Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) titles in two different weight classes. He’s also launched a whiskey and Irish Stout company and acted in the “Road House” remake. We don’t know much about the UFC or that “Road House” remake, but we know a creep when we see one. And this guy is a creep who is racist and has been accused of sexual assault multi...
2024-12-0753 min
What a CreepThe Disappointment of Gen X Men: Mix Tapes, Manic Pixies, Toxic Fandom, & More!What a CreepSeason 27, Episode 7The Disappointment of Gen-X MenBorn between 1965 and 1980, Gen X is often referred to as the “forgotten generation.” They were raised on MTV, punk rock, hiphop, the Cold War, afterschool specials, latchkey childhoods, and a healthy dose of cynicism. They gave us grunge music, independent films, mix-tape culture, and some of the best pop culture of the late 20th century. But along with all that coolness came a hefty dose of entitlement, misogyny, and resistance to change—especially when it came to gender equali...
2024-11-291h 02
What a CreepKenneth Starr (Creepy Lawyer) & NON-Creep Thurgood MarshallWhat a CreepSeason 27, Episode 6Ken StarrKen Starr was the independent prosecutor who basically wasted millions in taxpayer dollars to investigate President Bill Clinton. He’s also been on the wrong side of history when it comes to gay marriage, religious freedom, and sexual abuse. Over the course of his career, he argued 36 times before the Supreme Court.Oh, and he mentored Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. and Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh. Thanks a lot, creep.Sources for this episode:JezebelThe Gu...
2024-11-2342 min
What a CreepCreepy Fairy Tale Origin Stories of The Little Mermaid, Little Red Riding Hood & Hansel and GretelWhat a CreepSeason 27, Episode 5Creepy Fairy Tale Origin Stories!Forget everything you learned from animated films… several beloved fairy tales are far from the joyous Disney creatures we have all seen since childhood. This episode discusses the dark worlds behind Little Red Riding Hood, The Little Mermaid, and Hansel and Gretel. The sanitized versions of these fairy tales we share today keep only hints of these origins, but the eerie stories lurking beneath the surface remind us that fairy tales weren’t always about happy endings.Sources for...
2024-11-1644 min
What a CreepPat Robertson (700 Club of Creepiness) & NON-Creep Melissa McCarthyWhat a CreepSeason 27, Episode 4Pat RobertsonPat Robertson was a minister, televangelist, media mogul, and presidential candidate. He was head of Regent University and the Christian Broadcasting Network, where he hosted “The 700 Club.”He was also a creep who talked all kinds of crap about LGBTQ+ rights, feminism, race, and the right to abortion, all under the guise of religion, to a massive audience on his Christian Broadcasting Network. He was instrumental in creating the Christian Right movement, changing American politics forever, and paving the way for...
2024-11-0950 min
What a CreepHarry Powers & the Inspiration for "The Night of the Hunter"What a CreepHarry Powers: The Inspiration for “The Night of the Hunter”Season 27, Episode 3Harry Powers, often called the "Lonely Hearts Killer," was a notorious American serial killer active in the early 1930s. Born Herman Drenth in the Netherlands in 1892, he emigrated to the United States and eventually settled in West Virginia. Powers used personal ads in newspapers to target his victims, posing as a lonely, wealthy bachelor seeking companionship. He lured women, often widows or divorcées, with promises of marriage and financial security. In 1931, Powers was ar...
2024-11-0254 min
What a CreepPeople Who Try to Ruin Halloween & Our NON-Creep Elvira, Mistress of the DarkWhat a CreepSeason 27, Episode 2People Who Try to Ruin HalloweenPut on your costume and get out your Halloween candy. Let’s talk about the creeps that try to ruin Halloween.Sources for this episodeA&E TVBuzzfeedHuffington PostParents Nonprofit QuarterlyNPRNPRScaryMommyToday ShowWikipedia for poisoned candy mythsWikipedia for Ronald Clark O’BryanBe sure to follow us on social media. But don’t follow us too closely … don’t be a creep about it! Subscribe to us on Apple PodcastsTwitter: https://twitter.com...
2024-10-251h 12
What a CreepThe Salem Witch Trials and NON-Creep Margaret Hamilton (The "Bad" Witch)What a CreepThe Salem Witch TrialsSeason 27, Episode 1The Salem Witch Trials were a series of hearings and prosecutions that took place in colonial Massachusetts from February 1692 to May 1693. These trials resulted in the execution of 20 individuals, most of whom were women, who were accused of practicing witchcraft. The hysteria began in the Puritan village of Salem, which is now present-day Danvers, but the panic quickly spread to other communities in the region. In this episode, we explore what life was like in Salem Village and examine t...
2024-10-1957 min
What a CreepCharlie Chaplin (Replay episode of The Little Tramp)What a Creep: Season 9, Episode 8 Replay! Charlie ChaplinSonia & Margo replay their season nine Charlie Chaplin episode as he was one of the movie's most influential and recognizable faces. The image of the Little Tramp is a part of cultural history. It’s shorthand for classic film.Chaplin wrote, directed, produced, edited, starred in, and composed the music for most of his movies. Six of Chaplin's films have been selected for preservation in the National Film Registry by the United States Library of Congress: “The Immigrant,” “The Kid,” “The Gold Rush,” “...
2024-10-1140 min
What a CreepRoy Cohn, "The Apprentice," & his mentorship of TrumpWhat a Creep: Roy Cohn(Updated Intro & Replay from Season 4)Roy Cohn (1927–1986) was a prominent American lawyer known for his involvement in controversial cases. He gained national attention as chief counsel to Senator Joseph McCarthy during the McCarthy hearings in the 1950s. After working with McCarthy, Cohn became a private attorney, representing clients like Donald Trump and mafia bosses. Cohn's manipulative strategies served as a foundation for Trump's later tactics in his political career. Allegations of unethical behavior marked Cohn's career, and he was disbarred in 1986 for professional misconduct. He died of...
2024-10-041h 00
What a Creep"Wife Guys" &"Nice Guys"What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 11Nice guys & wife guysWe’re talking about the dangers of nice guys and wife guys on this week’s episode. Sources for this episodeBuzzfeedF the Nice Guy podcast“Girl at the bar” from Saturday Night LiveJezebelThe ListMotherlyNew York TimesNew York Times“Nice guy syndrome” on Wikipedia“Wife guy” on WikipediaBe sure to follow us on social media. But don’t follow us too closely … don’t be a creep about it! Subscribe to us on Apple PodcastsTwitter: https://twitter.com/Cree...
2024-09-2849 min
What a CreepThe "Know Nothing" Party (1840-1860), Nativism, and the Creepy Racism in Springfield, OhioWhat a CreepSeason 26, Episode 10“The Know-Nothing Party," Nativism, and Springfield, Ohio Today”If you have been keeping up with the news, you may have heard about the city of Springfield, Ohio, where there have been over 33 bomb threats (as of this posting) targeting its Haitian residents. How did this situation come about? Today, we will delve into the origins of the Know Nothing Party, also known as the American Party, a nativist political movement in the United States during the 1840s and 1850s. Understanding the history and policies of this...
2024-09-211h 19
What a CreepThe Definition of "Cool Girls and "Pick Me Girls"What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 9Cool girls and pick-me girlsShe’s one of the guys. She says she prefers to hang out with guys because girls cause “too much drama.” “I’m not a feminist because I don’t hate men.”I’m not like other girls.” If this sounds familiar to you, maybe you know someone who’s a pick-me or cool girl. Let’s talk about it.Sources for this episodeThe AtlanticBuzzfeedCNNDictionary.comJezebelNew York MagazineWashington PostWomen’s Media Center“The Cool Girl Trope, Explained”...
2024-09-1456 min
What a CreepNeil Gaiman (Creepy Famous Author) & NON-Creep John Green ("The Fault in Our Stars")What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 8Neil GaimanBeloved author Neil Gaiman has recently been involved in a controversy following multiple allegations of sexual assault. Several women have come forward with accusations, some dating back decades. For example, a former employee at Gaiman's property accused him of coercive sexual behavior during her stay from 2014 to 2021. Other women have made similar claims, including Julia Hobsbawm, who described an unwanted sexual advance in the 1980s.According to a recent article in Business Insider: Tortoise Media's podcast, "Master: The allegations against Neil...
2024-09-071h 09
What a CreepRonald Reagan: Supply Side Economics & "Welfare Queens"What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 7Ronald Reagan, trickledown economics & welfare queensIt’s time to talk about President Ronald Reagan’s “trickle-down economics” tax policy, which has been described as the most enduring failed policy idea in American politics. And that leads into Reagan’s narrative of “the welfare queen,” the undeserving women who are freeloading off of the American taxpayers, AND THAT feeds into the bigger story of people living in poverty who don’t want to work. What a creep.Sources for this episodeCBSGeorg...
2024-08-3059 min
What a CreepSun City and Artists United Against ApartheidWhat a CreepSeason 26, Episode 5 Sun City and Apartheid in South Africa Sun City is a luxury resort and casino complex in South Africa. During the apartheid era (1948-1990s), it became infamous for hosting international artists despite the global cultural boycott of South Africa. The South African government promoted Sun City as a major entertainment destination, but for many, it symbolized the oppression and exploitation of apartheid. Artists United Against Apartheid was a collective of musicians who came together in 1985 to raise awareness and protest a...
2024-08-241h 08
What a CreepPresident Ronald Reagan and the AIDS CrisisWhat a CreepSeason 26, Episode 4President Ronald Reagan and the AIDS crisisWhen the AIDS epidemic started in the early ’80s, the Reagan administration's response mainly involved making jokes in the daily press briefings. Throughout his two terms as president, Reagan and his administration didn’t even do the bare minimum to help. According to The Atlantic, almost 83,000 cases of AIDS were confirmed while Reagan was in the White House, and nearly 50,000 people died of the disease. Reagan, what a creep. Trigger warning: HomophobiaSo...
2024-08-211h 10
What a CreepRonald Reagan and “The Mental Health Systems Act 1980”What a CreepSeason 26, Episode 3Ronald Reagan “The Mental Health Systems Act 1980”The Mental Health Systems Act of 1980 was a significant legislation to improve mental health care in the United States. It was signed into law by President Jimmy Carter on October 7, 1980. The act was intended to restructure the federal approach to mental health services, emphasizing community-based care and providing grants to community mental health centers to improve their services.When Ronald Reagan assumed the presidency in January 1981, his administration's policies marked a drastic shift from those of his prede...
2024-08-211h 29