The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg Ms. Crash Test Dummy
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Feb 20, 2025 
Caroline Criado-Perez, a journalist and author renowned for her work on gender inequality, joins Sarah Isgur for a lively discussion. They dive into the shortcomings of gender bias in data science and healthcare, examining how women are often overlooked in crash test safety. The conversation touches on the impact of the Me Too movement, the need for more inclusive research, and the push against societal norms that perpetuate biases. Amid laughter, they reflect on the importance of recognizing both visible and invisible challenges women face.
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Focusing on Winning
- Sarah Isgur recounts a story about a female boss who cautioned her against constantly searching for sexism.
- The boss advised focusing on winning instead of dwelling on negativity, a lesson Isgur found valuable.
Default Male Bias
- Caroline Criado Perez's entry into feminism began with the realization of the "default male" in language.
- She discovered that seemingly gender-neutral terms often evoke male imagery, highlighting an unconscious bias.
Crash Test Inequality
- Sarah Isgur expresses outrage over car safety, citing how crash test dummies are male by default.
- This makes cars more dangerous for women, a risk she felt acutely when pregnant.
