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Putting Female Bodies At The Center Of Evolution

Putting Female Bodies At The Center Of Evolution

FromFresh Air


Putting Female Bodies At The Center Of Evolution

FromFresh Air

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Length:
46 minutes
Released:
Oct 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

When it comes to biological and medical research, female bodies have historically been under-studied. Author Cat Bohannon traces the female body through evolutionary history in her new book, Eve. She talks about how women process opioids and painkillers differently, human menstruation, and the difference between male and female brains.
Released:
Oct 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries.