Dr. Greg Brown discusses conservatives in Higher Education and his advocacy for women's athletics.

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Summary

Conservative Voices Silenced is a podcast and movement that aims to amplify conservative voices and provide a platform for marginalized conservatives. The hosts, Elizabeth Smith and Kristine Sposato, introduce the podcast and its mission. They discuss various topics, including the campus climate, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and the impact of Obama's presidency on the shift in ideologies. They also interview guest Gregory Brown, a professor and activist, who shares his accomplishments and insights on sex-based differences in athletic performance. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by conservative students and the need for fairness, merit, and equality in higher education. This conversation covers the impact of social media, advocating for women's athletics, the controversy surrounding male athletes competing in female sports, the need for boundaries in transgender athletics, the displacement of female athletes, the importance of speaking up, the value of higher education, resources for conservative students, the importance of emotional intelligence, and the future of higher education.

Takeaways

Conservative Voices Silenced is a podcast and movement that amplifies conservative voices and provides a platform for marginalized conservatives.
The campus climate has shifted over the years, with more radical liberal ideologies becoming prominent and influencing teaching and events on campuses.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives on campuses can sometimes exclude certain groups, such as rural and conservative students.
The impact of Obama's presidency and the rise of social media have contributed to the polarization and targeting of students based on their political beliefs.
There is a need for fairness, merit, and equality in higher education, where all students are supported and protected against bias. Social media can have both positive and negative impacts, and it is important to use it responsibly.
There is a need to advocate for women's athletics and protect the integrity of female sports.
The inclusion of male athletes in female sports raises concerns about fairness and the displacement of female athletes.
Boundaries are necessary in transgender athletics to ensure fair competition.
It is important to speak up and voice concerns about issues that impact others.
Higher education has value, but it is important to navigate the challenges and find support networks.
There are resources available for conservative students in higher education.
Emotional intelligence is a valuable skill for navigating challenging situations.
The future of higher education is evolving, and it is important to stay informed and engaged.

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