Heterodox Out Loud

Why Biological Sex is Real with Carole Hooven | Ep. 04

Nov 29, 2023

Carole Hooven, a lecturer and co-director of undergraduate studies at Harvard, discusses sex and gender, her cancellation story, and the role of scientists in fostering free speech. They delve into spatial ability, the power dynamics of graduate student life, and institutional failure in defending free speech. They also explore the role of science in controversial questions and the division between scientific facts and the vision of the world we want to create.

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Quick takeaways

Open and honest conversations challenging established beliefs are essential for academic freedom and truth-seeking.

Diversity and inclusion initiatives may hinder open dialogue and prioritize avoiding offense over rigorous academic discussions.

Institutional support and a commitment to academic freedom are necessary to protect individuals engaged in scientific inquiry and foster intellectual curiosity.

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The importance of academic freedom and truth-seeking

In this podcast episode, Carol Hovin, an evolutionary biologist, discusses the importance of academic freedom and truth-seeking in higher education. She highlights the need for open and honest conversations, even if they challenge established beliefs. Hovin emphasizes the value of scientific facts and evidence in shaping our understanding of human nature and behavior. She argues against prioritizing dignity and respect over the pursuit of truth, highlighting the potential risk of suppressing research and discussions that might challenge existing narratives. Hovin also raises concerns about the institutional failure to support individuals who engage in scientific inquiry and face criticism or pushback.

Introduction

2min

Journey to Research Opportunities and Behavioral Endocrinology

7min

Spatial Ability and Mental Rotation

6min

Teaching Behavioral Endocrinology and Empowering Students

19min

Seeking Truth and Fostering Compassionate Conversations

2min

The Power Dynamics of Graduate Student Life

15min

Institutional Failure in Defending Free Speech

9min

The Role of Science and Controversial Questions

5min

The Division Between Scientific Facts and the Vision of the World We Want to Create

9min

In this episode of Heterodox Out Loud, John Tomasi speaks with Carole Hooven, Ph.D., a Lecturer and Co-director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Human Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University. We talk with Carole about Sex & Gender, her cancellation story, and the role of scientists in fostering a free speech culture.

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