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Trans-Continental Divide: How The Outcry over Trans Athletes is Something Much More Sinister

Trans-Continental Divide: How The Outcry over Trans Athletes is Something Much More Sinister

FromCrossing The Lane Lines


Trans-Continental Divide: How The Outcry over Trans Athletes is Something Much More Sinister

FromCrossing The Lane Lines

ratings:
Length:
55 minutes
Released:
Jan 28, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Lia Thomas, a trans female swimmer on the University of Pennsylvania's Women's Swim team, has caused quite an uproar not only in the swimming world, but amongst the general public as well. Many claim that opposing Thomas' participation in women's sports has nothing to do with her being a trans athlete. However, over the last ten years, multiple states have banned trans athletes from participating in sports alongside they're cis-gender counterparts. But what's really going on with these bans? Is there a more broader agenda, and how does this tie in to the Black community in general, and the Black swim community in particular? We'll speak to Karleigh Webb, sports journalist and athlete about Thomas, the bans, and what's really going on in the broader context of this divide.
Released:
Jan 28, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (41)

Crossing The Lane Lines is dedicated to giving voice to the Black Swim community. We connect with coaches, swimmers, authors and activists. Seeking to inform the public about the rich aquatic history of the Black diaspora.