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The Ethics of Transgender Athletes Competing in Sports
1:21:20 - 1:27:33 (06:12)
The debate on whether transgender athletes should be allowed to compete in their chosen gender category is ongoing, with concerns over potential unfair advantages and discrimination against transgender people.
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The issue of allowing transgender athletes to compete in combat sports has arisen because of concerns over the physiological advantages gained from having previously been a male athlete, particularly increased muscle mass and reflexes.
1:21:20 - 1:24:59 (03:38)
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The issue of allowing transgender athletes to compete in combat sports has arisen because of concerns over the physiological advantages gained from having previously been a male athlete, particularly increased muscle mass and reflexes. There is also concern over the fairness of allowing someone who has been a man for 30 years and recently transitioned to compete against women in a sport like weightlifting or combat sports.
ChapterThe Ethics of Transgender Athletes Competing in Sports
Episode#100 - Episode 100 Special Edition Q&A
PodcastModern Wisdom
The issue of inclusivity in sports for transgender athletes is a complex one.
1:24:59 - 1:27:33 (02:33)
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The issue of inclusivity in sports for transgender athletes is a complex one. While certain data points such as weight and speed can be measured objectively, it is difficult to establish a fair category for individuals who have transitioned from one gender to another.