Stuff You Missed in History Class Behind the Scenes Minis: Bad Goals and Spirit Clothes
Jan 9, 2026
Explore the intriguing biases behind film ratings, especially concerning disability and race. Delve into controversial accessibility issues at Crip Camp and how they mirror broader societal challenges. Discover the curious case of grave robbing and the beliefs surrounding clothing in the afterlife, including a fascinating sermon by Brigham Young. The hosts share personal anecdotes on everyday accessibility failures and reflect on the historical support from the Black Panthers during the 504 sit-ins.
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Bias In Film Ratings
- Film ratings can reflect reviewers' biases about race and disability rather than just content.
- Tracy B. Wilson suspects Crip Camp's R rating stemmed from discomfort with disabled people's sexuality.
Watching Crip Camp Changed Her View
- Tracy watched Crip Camp and found candid conversations about sexual health both funny and enlightening.
- She felt the documentary's content didn't justify an R rating and noted topics like genital lice were handled conversationally.
Historic Accessibility Was Ad Hoc
- Accessibility in the 1970s relied on physical lifting and ad-hoc solutions rather than built-in design.
- Holly Fry observed large improvements since then but noted many modern spaces remain poorly implemented.