New Books in Sex, Sexuality, and Sex Work
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 493 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Colonial Caregivers: Ayahs and the Gendered History of Race and Caste in British India (Cambridge UP, 2025) offers a compelling cultural and social history of ayahs (nannies/maids), by exploring domestic intimacy and exploitation in colonial South As... more
The introduction of the principle of women's reproductive liberty in France, tentatively by the family planning movement after 1960 and explicitly by the women's liberation movement after 1970, marked a deep shift, transforming public discourses. Yet... more
Respectability on the Line: Gender, Race, and Labor along British and Colonial Indian Railways (U California Press, 2026) by Dr. Mattie Armstrong-Price offers a social and cultural history of railway labor in Britain and colonial India from the 1840s... more
More than a century ago, Dr. Magnus Hirschfeld, dubbed the "Einstein of Sex," grew famous (and infamous) for his liberating theory of sexual relativity. Today, he's been largely forgotten.
In The Einstein of Sex: Dr. Magnus Hirschfeld, Visionary of ... more
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This podcast primarily explores the intricacies of sex, sexuality, and sex work through the lens of scholarly research. Each episode features interviews with experts who discuss their recent publications, fostering a deeper understanding of various intersecting themes such as race, gender, and societal narratives surrounding sexuality. The discussions encapsulate a range of topics, including historical perspectives, cultural critiques, and contemporary challenges faced by marginalized communities. The blend of academic rigor with accessible conversation aims to illuminate pressing social issues while presenting diverse scholarly viewpoints, making this a unique resource for those interested in nuanced discussions about sexuality and sex wor... more
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