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Episode 47: The legacy of scientific racism

Episode 47: The legacy of scientific racism

FromOur Opinions Are Correct


Episode 47: The legacy of scientific racism

FromOur Opinions Are Correct

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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Dec 19, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Scientific racism means using science to justify racist beliefs or ideas, and it has a long history. In this episode, we explore the origins of scientific racism, and how it's still affecting both evolutionary biology and fantastical stories about "other species" like the X-men's Homo superior or Underworld's vampires. Plus, we've got an interview with journalist Angela Saini, author of the recent book Superior: The Return of Race Science. Show notes: www.ouropinionsarecorrect.com/shownotes
Released:
Dec 19, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

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