Radiolab More Perfect: Sex Appeal
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Mar 7, 2025 
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a trailblazing Supreme Court Justice, championed gender equality with her strategic legal maneuvers. Alongside Carolyn Whitener and Curtis Craig, pivotal figures from the Craig v. Boren case, they dive into how a seemingly simple beer law highlighted deep-rooted gender discrimination. Their discussions reveal Ginsburg's unique approach to challenging the judicial system and the historical context of women's rights in America. The conversations reflect on the importance of deliberate legal strategies in enacting meaningful change.
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Radiolab Saves a Life
- John Lowe heard Radiolab's "How to Save a Life" episode about hands-only CPR.
- He used the technique to save his wife Angie's life during a cardiac arrest.
Sex in the Constitution
- The word "sex" appears only once in the U.S. Constitution, in the 19th Amendment about voting rights.
- This poses challenges for legal arguments against sex discrimination.
14th Amendment and Women
- Historically, the 14th Amendment, guaranteeing equal protection, wasn't applied to women.
- The legal system assumed differences between men and women justified discrimination.