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The Hidden World of Bisexuality, with Julia Shaw

Jun 20, 2022

Dr. Julia Shaw, a criminal psychologist and author of "Bi: The Hidden Culture, History, and Science of Bisexuality," dives deep into the often misunderstood world of bisexuality. She discusses historical figures and activists like Brenda Howard who shaped the Pride movement. The talk addresses late coming out, internal conflicts, societal pressures, and the misconceptions that fuel stigma. Julia emphasizes the mental health impacts on bisexual individuals and advocates for recognition and education to promote inclusivity across communities.

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Episode notes

Intro

3min

Understanding Bisexuality: History and Misconceptions

15min

Navigating the Challenges of Late Coming Out as Bisexual

5min

Unpacking Bisexuality: Misconceptions and Challenges

10min

Exploring Bisexuality: Myths and Realities

9min

Exploring Bisexuality: A Conversation About Culture and Understanding

2min

Bisexuality is the world’s largest sexual minority but is potentially the least understood. In her new book, Bi: The Hidden Culture, History, and Science of Bisexuality, psychological scientist Dr Julia Shaw sets out to answer the questions and eliminate common misconceptions around bisexuality. Discussing the history of the B in LGBTQ+ and the myth of the bi gene, Julia is joined in conversation by our host Sharan Dhaliwal, author of Burning My Roti: Breaking Barriers as a Queer Indian Woman. If you'd like to explore more of the topics raised in today's discussion, check out Julia's own podcast, Bi People, a four part series made with Sofie Hagen.

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