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Zoe Playdon
Emeritus Professor of Medical Humanities at the University of London. Leading voice in civil liberties for gay, lesbian, and transgender people.
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Sep 10, 2025
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April Ashley | The Secret That Could Have Saved April | 4
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Zoe Playdon, an Emeritus Professor specializing in medical humanities and a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, joins to shed light on a little-known yet pivotal trans rights case from the 1960s. She discusses how the secrecy surrounding this case overshadowed April Ashley's legal battles, impacting trans rights significantly. Playdon connects historical injustices to contemporary challenges, emphasizing the urgent need for inclusive representation in law. The podcast contrasts this past with current media portrayals and legal definitions of gender, revealing ongoing struggles.
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