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#456 - Hoops, Sneks, and Very Bad Doctors (w/ Aaron Sibarium)

The Fifth Column

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Exploring Disparities in Women's Sports and Privileges in Athletics

The chapter delves into disparities in WNBA salaries, representation of LGBTQ+ and black players, and debates on privilege like white and tall privilege in sports. It humorously dissects a musician's claim about the uniqueness of their song, transitions to comparing female athletes' height and privilege, and discusses the challenges faced by a college player transitioning to the WNBA. The conversation also touches on racial dynamics in basketball, American preference for athletes, and the disparity in recognition between physical appearance and athletic ability in women's sports.

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