3 chapters across the catalog
A review of 1970s headlines reveals striking similarities to modern news cycles, including military conflicts in Southeast Asia, high oil prices, and early instances of gender-reassignment surgery in professional sports. The hosts note the parallels between the 1972 Renee Richards tennis controversy and current debates surrounding transgender athletes. The segment concludes with a look at the economic troubles and energy crises that defined the late 70s.
Gender Identity Politics, Renee Richards, Rachel Dolezal
The conversation shifts to the implications of self-identification in professional sports, citing tennis player Renee Richards. They also reference Rachel Dolezal to discuss the boundaries of self-identification and cultural appropriation in modern social politics.
Caitlyn Jenner ESPY Award, Kardashian Business Model
Caitlyn Jenner's receipt of the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the ESPYs sparks a discussion on media manipulation and the Kardashian family's business acumen. A prediction is made that Jenner may eventually transition back to a male identity for a future media project or book. The segment also references Rene Richards, a pioneer in transgender sports history, and the massive profitability of Kardashian-branded mobile applications.
