The Thirteenth Hour EP. 16 | Erasure of Women in Sports?

In this episode we discuss the controversy of allowing transgender ‘female’ (biological male) athletes to compete against women. We bring up the recent scandal surrounding Lia Thomas, a UPenn swimmer, who’s teammates have issued a letter voicing concerns over his biological advantages. We also note Laurel Hubbard, a transgender Olympic weightlifter, and his less-than-stellar performance despite his male biology. Finally, we bring up Michael Phelps’ comments on the subject as well as his ex’s disagreement.

Chapters:
0:00 Hi everyone
7:35 What is a trans woman?
14:00 Medical argument
24:40 Lia Thomas
31:20 Laurel Hubbard
40:00 NCAA updates policy
47:40 Michael Phelps comments
58:20 Final thoughts

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Sources of information:
https://g.co/kgs/ZX2K8b
https://www.dw.com/en/fact-check-do-trans-athletes-have-an-advantage-in-elite-sport/a-58583988
https://www.inquirer.com/college-sports/lia-thomas-penn-swimming-opposition-letter-20220204.html
https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/usa-swimming-announces-new-policy-elite-transgender-athletes-rcna14606
https://www.insider.com/michael-phelps-trans-athletes-womens-sports-doping-comparison-2022-1
https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/other-sports/michael-phelps-intersex-ex-hypocrite-26103763

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