Tested
CBC + NPRWho gets to compete? Since the beginning of women’s sports, there has been a struggle over who qualifies for the women’s category. Tested follows the unfolding story of elite female runners who have been told they can no longer race as women, because of their biology. As the Olympics approach, they face hard choices: take drugs to lower their natural testosterone levels, give up their sport entire... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 8 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Category | Sports | ||||
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I’ve listened to one and loved it your doing great.If you have a opinion other than good keep it to yourself and stop listening. It’s ok to not like it but don’t complain.
Apple Podcasts5Theater kid 13
United States3 months ago - Disingenuous or just deluded
Why are women are the ones tested?? It’s because men try to compete against them to cheat. I wish I got paid to travel for nonsense.
Apple Podcasts2Mirror_SeaUnited States5 months ago - If you think women can have testes…
…then this will likely be a 5-star podcast for you. If you don’t you’ll likely find it incomplete.
Apple Podcasts3DerecognizeUnited States5 months ago - A must listen
If you are a human…and enjoy sports…this podcast is taking on a very difficult topic and presenting a balanced view.
Apple Podcasts5McMacMickUnited States6 months ago - EXCELLENT
I reluctantly began this podcast because I was out of anything that interested me. So glad I did. SO interesting. EVERY woman should listen to this. So informative, well done, well balanced and unbiased. Just perfect.
Apple Podcasts5🐞🐌🐝🐮🐽🐷United States7 months ago
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What is Tested about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Focusing on the complex landscape of women's sports, this podcast explores the contentious issue of eligibility as it pertains to elite female athletes facing scrutiny over their biology, particularly regarding testosterone levels. Through in-depth narratives and personal stories, listeners gain insight into the challenges faced by these athletes, who are often forced to make impossible decisions: alter their natural hormone levels, abandon their sports entirely, or engage in legal battles to fight for their rights. Unique to this podcast is its historical context, tracing a century-long journey of sex testing policies and the societal constructs surrounding gender in athletics, which enriches the dialogue around fairness and inclusion in c... more
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Tested launched a year ago and published 8 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Tested include:
1. Maximilla Imali
2. Christine Bulma
3. Christine Boma
4. Max Imali
5. Elise Bota
6. Caster Semenya
7. Christine Mbamba
8. Maximila Imali
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