Gender Matters: Insights from a Physician

An ObGyn's Take on Sports Fairness: Part 1 of Gender and Sports (29)

Dr Shannon Season 1 Episode 29

What makes sports fair? Is it about leveling the playing field or ensuring everyone has a shot, no matter their unique advantages? In this episode, I explore the complex and often unexamined concept of fairness in sports.

We’ll explore different perspectives on fairness. You'll hear how our personal biases and experiences shape our views on what’s fair—and why these views might need rethinking.

Are some advantages too much? Should there be limits in sports? And why do we treat male and female athletes differently? These are the tough questions we'll tackle as we unpack what fairness really means.

This is the first part of a two-part series, with next week’s episode focusing on transgender athletes in sports. If you're ready to challenge your assumptions about fairness, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and see where you stand.

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