668: The Long Fuse
This American Life
The Stork Derby: A Competition of Exploitation
This chapter explores the tragic and complex lives of women participating in the high-stakes Stork Derby competition centered on childbirth. It reveals the emotional and physical tolls experienced by contestants, including abuse and societal pressures, while highlighting the racial and socioeconomic disparities that impacted the contest's outcomes. Through personal stories and courtroom drama, it critiques the exploitative dynamics and eugenics underlying this bizarre competition.
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