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From Crash Course. What does food sovereignty mean—and why does it matter? In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll explore how Native peoples’ deep ties to their traditional foods splintered under colonization, and why many Native people are fighting to keep those foods in their communities or bring them back. Introduction: Billy…
From Crash Course. The scientific method isn’t the only way to gain knowledge—Native people have been learning and innovating in their own ways for millennia. In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll discover the ways Western science and Indigenous knowledge can braid together to create a better world. Introduction: Trees Talk 00:00…
From Crash Course. Archaeology and anthropology are amazingly interesting fields, but they also have a legacy of dehumanizing and mistreating Native peoples. In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll uncover the dark history of Native grave robbing, explore the ways these fields are righting past wrongs, and discover the story of one…
From Crash Course. What does it mean to be kinky? In our final episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll learn that some “unusual” sexual desires are actually pretty common. We’ll talk about the differences between kinks, fetishes, and paraphilias, and the subjective nature of what’s “normal.” Introduction: Is This Normal? 00:00 Kinks 0:40 Why…
From Crash Course. If almost everybody masturbates, why can’t we talk about it? In this myth-busting episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll uncover the history of how masturbation became taboo, the person who made sex toys better for everyone, and the ways masturbation can actually be good for you. Introduction: Masturbation Is Normal 00:00…
From Crash Course. Just like everyone, all Native Americans are unique. But what do they have in common? In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll explore similarities in Native worldviews, from harvest traditions to humor. Introduction: Native Toys 00:00 Native Humor 1:05 Representing Native Humor 3:52 Reciprocity 5:37 Generosity 8:49 Review &…
From Crash Course. Why and how do we orgasm? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll break down “the Big O”—its physical aspects, gendered expectations, and misconceptions. Plus, a fun cameo from a penis-camera. Introduction: The Big O 00:00 Orgasms & Erogenous Zones 0:46 Masters & Johnson 2:55 The Dual Control Model 4:20…
From Crash Course. What do we mean when we say that Native Americans have a strong connection to the land? In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll explore how Native peoples’ long, deep history on their homelands informs their culture, languages, and identity to this day. Introduction: Deep Connections 00:00 Native Views…
From Crash Course. Like it or not, porn exists. In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we unpack the pros and cons of pornography, its long and storied history, and how to engage with it critically and safely. Our friends at asapSCIENCE just published a great video about the effects of porn on your…
From Crash Course. What makes a Native American? Is it the way a person looks, their family history, or something else? In this episode of Crash Course Native American history, we dive into the ways people define and reclaim tribal identity, from blood quantums and federal recognition to language and more. Introduction: "Looking" Native 00:00…
From Crash Course. From sports mascots to “the First Thanksgiving,” bland representations of Native Americans are everywhere. In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll tackle common myths and misconceptions about Native people and uncover the truth behind tribal casinos, government handouts, and more. Introduction: Super Bowl XXVI 00:00 "The First Thanksgiving" 0:38…
From Crash Course. Consent seems as simple as “yes” or “no” — but is it? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll explore how affirmative consent reframed the conversation, why context matters, and the importance of checking in with your partner — and yourself! Introduction: Just a Yes or No? 00:00 No Means…
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From Crash Course. Abortion is complicated. In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll cover what happens during abortions, why people get them, and what people actually think about the topic. Introduction: Abortion Is Complex 00:00 What Is Abortion? 0:28 Is Abortion Safe? 2:22 Who Gets Abortions? 2:49 Why Do People Get Abortions? 3:27…
From Crash Course. What is tribal sovereignty? In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll explore how tribes can and can’t govern themselves, and why sovereignty isn’t something the U.S. ever gave to tribes — it’s an inherent right they already had. Introduction: The Chinook 00:00 What is tribal sovereignty? 0:42 Tribal sovereignty…
From Crash Course. Most sex ed tells you how not to get pregnant… but what if you want to? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll traverse the complex journey of getting pregnant, being pregnant, and going through childbirth—with all the strange symptoms and fascinating science that entails. Introduction: Want to Get Pregnant?…