Chapter
The History of Eugenics and Birth Control
1:10:32 - 1:16:39 (06:07)
Misconceptions and cultural biases continue to cloud the historical significance of birth control and eugenics. Addressing and recognizing the complex and often racist origins of these movements is necessary for progress and reform.
Clips
This podcast episode discusses the concept of whiteness and how it was defined during the late 1800s to early 1900s, stating that only 11 people were considered truly white and how poverty affected this definition.
1:10:32 - 1:11:15 (00:42)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the concept of whiteness and how it was defined during the late 1800s to early 1900s, stating that only 11 people were considered truly white and how poverty affected this definition.
ChapterThe History of Eugenics and Birth Control
EpisodePart One: The Worst Birth Control Device Ever Invented
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Pearl and John explore the history and dark origins of eugenics, the belief that humans can be selectively bred for superior traits, and how it continues to influence policies and ideas today.
1:11:15 - 1:13:09 (01:54)
Summary
Pearl and John explore the history and dark origins of eugenics, the belief that humans can be selectively bred for superior traits, and how it continues to influence policies and ideas today.
ChapterThe History of Eugenics and Birth Control
EpisodePart One: The Worst Birth Control Device Ever Invented
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This episode discusses how social movements throughout history have had complicated and problematic pasts that must be acknowledged and corrected in order to move forward.
1:13:09 - 1:16:39 (03:29)
Summary
This episode discusses how social movements throughout history have had complicated and problematic pasts that must be acknowledged and corrected in order to move forward.