This world is complicated – fascinating, terrible and yet beautiful. On this pale blue dot, there live 8 billion people, with thousands of languages, societies, histories and stories – but also with some big problems. Every Friday, we dive into something that makes us human – the good, the bad and the crazy – covering topics such as race, feminism, gender, LGBTQ+ rights, culture and so much more, to understand this world more, make it a better place, and ultimately be more open people.
Our Little Human World
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This world is complicated – fascinating, terrible and yet beautiful. On this pale blue dot, there live 8 billion people, with thousands of languages, societies, histories and stories – but also with some big problems. Every Friday, we dive into something that makes us human – the good, the bad and the crazy – covering topics such as race, feminism, gender, LGBTQ+ rights, culture and so much more, to understand this world more, make it a better place, and ultimately be more open people.
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June 11, 2023
Homosexuality in India: Is Being Gay Against our Culture?
<p>Many people in India say that being gay is a “Western conspiracy”, an “imported disease” and “against Indian culture”, one of the major arguments against overturning Section 377, which would decriminalise homosexuality. But is it really? Listen on to find out. </p> <p><br></p> <p>(Also, Happy Pride Month!)</p> <p><br></p> <p>***</p> <p><strong>Vocabulary</strong></p> <ul> <li><p><strong>LGBTQIA+</strong>: An acronym that stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexuality. The plus signifies the several more sexual and gender identities that exist. To find out more about it click <a href="https://gaycenter.org/about/lgbtq/">here</a> and <a href="https://www.goodrx.com/health-topic/lgbtq/meaning-of-lgbtqia">here</a>. <a href="https://lgbtqia.ucdavis.edu/educated/glossary">Here</a> is an extensive LGBTQIA glossary center.</p> </li> <li><p><strong>Pride (Gay Pride)/ Pride Month:</strong> Promotion of self-affirmation, dignity, equality, and increased visibility of people part of the LGBTQ+ spectrum. June is considered Pride Month</p> </li> <li><p><strong>Homosexuality</strong>: Refers to same-sex attraction </p> </li> <li><p><strong>Heterosexuality</strong>: Refers to opposite-sex attraction</p> </li> <li><p><strong>Queer/queerness</strong>: An overall umbrella term that is used to describe experiences and identities part of the LGBTQ+ community. </p> </li> <li><p><strong>Transgender</strong>: an umbrella term to describe people whose gender identity/expression (masculine, feminine, other) does not match their biological sex (male, female). To find out more, click <a href="https://www.apa.org/topics/lgbtq/transgender-people-gender-identity-gender-expression">here</a>, <a href="https://www.simplypsychology.org/what-is-heteronormativity.html">here</a> and <a href="https://www.webmd.com/sex-relationships/what-is-transgender">here</a>. Find out more about Hijra and trans people in India <a href="https://theconversation.com/transgender-women-are-finding-some-respect-in-india-but-a-traditional-gender-nonconforming-group-hijras-remains-stigmatized-177197">here</a> and <a href="https://www.outlookindia.com/national/transgender-and-unemployment-in-india-news-182617">here</a></p> </li> <li><p><strong>Cisgender</strong>: term to refer to someone who is not trans (ie. gender and biological sex match). </p> </li> <li><p><strong>Heteronormativity</strong>: idea that heterosexuality and being cisgender is natural and default – anything other than it is considered wrong and unnatural. It creates social hierarchy based on sexual orientation – as well reinforces gender roles. To find out more, click <a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-heteronormativity-5191883">here</a>, <a href="https://www.teenvogue.com/story/heteronormativity-gender-identity-sexual-orientation">here</a> and <a href="https://www.simplypsychology.org/what-is-heteronormativity.html">here</a></p> </li> </ul> <p>***</p> <p><strong>Sources</strong></p> <ul> <li><p>Prejudice against LGBTQ: <a href="https://youtu.be/vUXiYKJsjps">here</a></p> </li> <li><p>Great source of information: Hinduism, homosexuality and colonialism: <a href="https://youtu.be/6K2uz60Qv-A">here</a></p> </li> <li><p>Brief History of LGBTQ+ in India: <a href="https://youtu.be/s9y4h7YYpvs">here</a></p> </li> <li><p>Documentary of being queer in India: <a href="https://youtu.be/jMvfkzgzK0c">here</a></p> </li> <li><p>Statues in Khajuraho (photography): <a href="https://scroll.in/magazine/814986/raghu-rais-khajuraho-is-an-intimate-look-at-the-temple-towns-erotic-sculptures">here</a></p> </li> <li><p>Homosexuality in Hinduism: <a href="https://youtu.be/-og3Rvcyoco">here</a>, <a href="https://www.hinduamerican.org/press/haf-policy-brief-hindu-teachings-inclusive-lgbt-people">here</a>, <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7539026/">here</a>, <a href="https://www.lawctopus.com/academike/history-of-homosexuality-in-india/">here</a>, <a href="https://swarajyamag.com/culture/hinduism-and-homosexuality">here</a></p> </li> <li><p>Shakuntala Devi and “The World of Homosexuals”: <a href="https://scroll.in/reel/966331/when-shakuntala-devi-interviewed-a-closeted-man-about-to-be-married-ive-a-duty-towards-my-family">here</a></p> </li> <li><p>Stigma against gay people: <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2019/mar/13/gay-people-india-stigma-lingers-despite-legal-victory">here</a></p> </li> <li><p>Some academic journals: <a href="https://www.jstor.org/stable/40663979">here</a>, <a href="https://www.jstor.org/stable/3704787">here</a><br></p> </li> </ul>
March 29, 2023
Let's talk about PERIODS
<p>Periods. The myths behind them. The taboo. Period poverty. Environment. And Gender Queer periods. In this episode - I will be covering mostly everything to do with periods. </p> <p>Periods has been a hush-hush topic for a long time, despite the fact that 50% of the world's population is, has or will experience periods. They are painful, they are stigmatised and they need to be talked about. When menstrual hygiene isn't taught, the consequence are rippling. </p> <p><br></p> <p>***</p> <p>Sources:</p> <p>Rig Veda, Indra and Period Myth: www.jstor.org/stable/4401940</p> <p>Menstrual myths in India, stats about girl drop out and unhygienic sanitation: https://doi.org/10.4103%2F2249-4863.154627</p> <p>Period poverty solutions: https://doi.org/10.4103%2F2249-4863.154627, www.jstor.org/stable/43288983</p> <p>Project Drawdown - girls education: https://rb.gy/8jby</p> <p>Menstrual cup vs pad: https://rb.gy/ne6y</p> <p>Plastic period waste - National Geographic: https://rb.gy/96kd</p> <p>India period pad waste: https://rb.gy/8xov</p> <p>Queer periods -- periods for trans and non binary people: https://rb.gy/33tb, https://rb.gy/guir, https://rb.gy/zqt0, https://rb.gy/gjkx, </p> <p><br></p>
March 24, 2023
Genetic Modification, Designer Babies and New Eugenics
<p>Genetic modification is becoming more advanced by the day – with more GM crops and animals grown every year. The technology is promising – but things get complicated when GM technology turns to humans. What would happen if humans used this technology on themselves? What is its potential? Is it ethical? And can it potentially bring back a new wave of eugenics – reminiscent of Nazi Germany?</p> <p><br></p> <p>***</p> <p>GMOs are a good thing: <a href="https://rb.gy/1z7epx">https://rb.gy/1z7epx</a></p> <p>GMOs explained: <a href="https://rb.gy/yp5tqz">https://rb.gy/yp5tqz</a></p> <p>GMOs and GM babies: <a href="https://rb.gy/ycje0x">https://rb.gy/ycje0x</a></p> <p>The ethical dilemma behind designer babies: <a href="https://rb.gy/ikekhq">https://rb.gy/ikekhq</a></p> <p>Dr. He and a failed genetic enhancement: <a href="https://rb.gy/p3skg8">https://rb.gy/p3skg8</a></p> <p>Dr. He’s big genetic mistake: <a href="https://rb.gy/uu9z6y">https://rb.gy/uu9z6y</a></p> <p>Dr. He (again): <a href="https://rb.gy/szwla6">https://rb.gy/szwla6</a></p> <p>Victoria Gray and genetic engineering after CRISPR baby scandal: <a href="https://rb.gy/2yiaog">https://rb.gy/2yiaog</a></p> <p>Designer babies: <a href="https://rb.gy/sslgyc">https://rb.gy/sslgyc</a></p> <p>Eugenics: <a href="https://rb.gy/jbgyk5">https://rb.gy/jbgyk5</a><br></p>
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