QAA Podcast What is "Science in Transition" feat Liv Agar & Spencer Barrows (E331)
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Jul 8, 2025 Join Spencer Barrows, co-host of the insightful Cursed Media podcast, as he dives into the labyrinth of the contemporary backlash against transgender acceptance. He and fellow host Liv Agar dissect the historical evolution of trans medicine, uncovering both progress and resistance. They explore the chilling influence of backlash politics on trans rights and delve into the complexities of gender identity therapy. Adding humor, they share engaging anecdotes about sex education and the importance of independent media in fostering curiosity and critical thought.
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Coalition of Anti-Trans Actors
- The anti-trans backlash involves a coalition with diverse and conflicting ideals united against transgender acceptance.
- Many backlash members express their goals openly and brazenly, targeting marginalized groups unable to defend themselves.
Origins & Gatekeeping in Trans Medicine
- Early trans medicine emerged from endocrinology experiments, evolving from scientific curiosity without psychological stigma.
- Gatekeeping by clinicians entrenched strict requirements, restricting hormone access primarily to white, upper-middle-class individuals.
Old Guard Fuels Anti-Trans Backlash
- The old guard of trans clinicians who supported gatekeeping oppose increased trans autonomy and provide scientific legitimacy to the backlash.
- Their loss of power in medical institutions fuels anti-trans rhetoric and coalition formation.
