Crash Course
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?…
From Crash Course. Native American history didn’t begin in 1492, and it didn’t end in 1900. It stretches back thousands and thousands of years and extends into the present – and the future – of the United States. In our first episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll explore why and how we plan…
From Crash Course. There are so many different types of contraception to choose from. So…where do you start? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll uncover the complicated history of birth control and many of the options available today—plus, why we still don’t have a male pill. Introduction: The Contraception Game 00:00 Egg…
From Crash Course. Welcome to Crash Course Native American History! Over the next 24 episodes, Che Jim will introduce you to the deep, ongoing history of the Indigenous peoples who’ve called these lands home from time immemorial to today. Course Description: Over the course of 24 episodes, we’re going to learn about Native American history.…
From Crash Course. Where there’s sex, there’s the possibility for STIs. In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we unpack the most common sexually transmitted infections and how to prevent and treat them. Turns out, sexual responsibility is a lot easier than you think. Introduction: Not the End of the World 00:00 What’s an…
From Crash Course. Is virginity really a thing? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll bust virginity myths and learn why women have traditionally faced stronger pressure to remain virgins. We’ll explore the ways social scripts guide what we think about sex—but aren’t the final word on how we live our lives. Introduction:…
From Crash Course. Why do we like who we like? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we explore the many facets and variations of sexual orientation, and trace the history of homosexuality to the modern day LGBTQIA+ community. Introduction: My First Crush 00:00 Sexual Orientation 0:41 The History of Sexual Orientation 2:02 Dr.…
From Crash Course. What does it mean to transition? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll uncover the differences between sex and gender, and explore what it looks like when the gender assigned to a person doesn’t match who they really are. Introduction: Being Transgender 00:00 Sexual Development 0:36 Gender Identity 2:54 Gender…
From Crash Course. Are penises as big of a deal as we think they are? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we break down the history, myths, and assumptions we’ve made about penises, from the “right” size to circumcision, and from erections to blue balls. Introduction: Penises as Symbols 00:00 The Cultural History…
From Crash Course. Do you know the difference between the vulva and vagina? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we shine a spotlight on the Vagina and Co., dispelling a long history of shame and mystery to actually understand our bodies. Introduction: Vulvas & Vaginas 00:00 Shame & Stigma 0:30 The Anatomy of…
From Crash Course. What even is sex? In this episode of Crash Course Sex Ed, we’ll discover that variation is the name of the game when it comes to sexuality. People differ in how they have sex, why they have sex, and how they define what sex means. Introduction: What Counts as "Doing It"? 00:00…
From Crash Course. Welcome to Crash Course Sex Ed! Over the course of 15 episodes, sexologist Shan Boodram will introduce you to the surprising, fascinating, wildly diverse, utterly normal realm of human sexuality. This series will explore the many dimensions of sex—from your body, to your personal identity, to the society around you—so you have…
From Crash Course. Is Star Wars a religion? What about belief in UFOs or QAnon? In our final episode of Crash Course Religions, we’ll explore how religion shapes pop culture, and pop culture shapes religion right back. Introduction: Star Wars as Religion 00:00 Religion & Pop Culture 2:02 Representation 3:19 The Rapture 4:27 UFO Religions…
From Crash Course. We might agree religious freedom is a good thing—but can we agree on what it really means? This episode of Crash Course Religions explores ongoing debates over where the limits of religious freedom lie. We’ll discover why this ideal enshrined as a constitutional right proves so tricky to apply in the real…
From Crash Course. It’s the end of the world as we know it. Or is it? In this episode of Crash Course Religions, we explore end-of-the-world predictions across time and faith traditions. It turns out that, more often than not, those predictions have been more about a group’s present problems than any future calamity. Introduction:…
From Crash Course. Is recognition really enough? In our final episode of Crash Course Political Theory, we’ll explore this concept, from its 19th-century philosophical origins to modern-day Native land acknowledgements. Crash Course Political Theory #13 Introduction: Recognizing Palestine 00:00 Hegel & Recognition 1:55 Fanon & Decolonial Theory 4:54 Axel Honneth & Charles Taylor 6:10 Redistribution…
From Crash Course. While race and religion may seem separate, they are inextricably linked. In this episode of Crash Course Religions, we’ll unpack racism’s roots in religious colonialism, its presence in Indigenous boarding schools, and its effects on our world today. Introduction: Indian Residential Schools 00:00 What Is Race? 0:46 Racism 2:02 Race & Religion…
From Crash Course. Art and politics may seem like mortal enemies, but they’re more like best frenemies forever. In this episode of Crash Course Political Theory, we take a trip back in time to see how artists have shaped political perceptions and how politicians have tried and failed to stop them. Crash Course Political Theory…
From Crash Course. How many genders are there? In this episode of Crash Course Religions, we’ll learn how religious communities construct ideas about sex, gender, and sexuality, and why these concepts aren’t as timeless or unchanging as they might seem. Introduction: Hijra 00:00 Defining Terms 0:57 Gender & Religion 1:48 Gender & Christianity 4:41 Gender…
From Crash Course. Is utopia just too utopian? In this episode of Crash Course Political Theory, we’ll explore visions of utopia from Plato to bell hooks. And we’ll investigate whether “the good place” is a good-for-nothing, impractical daydream—or a path to charting political futures. Crash Course Political Theory #11 Introduction: EPCOT 00:00 Plato’s "Republic" 1:03…
From Crash Course. Religion and science have had some famously messy fights, but do they always have to be in conflict? In this episode of Crash Course Religions, we’ll look at some ways religion and science are more than just enemies. Introduction: The Three Sisters 00:00 Earth’s Age 0:55 Creation vs. Evolution 1:51 Galileo 3:45…
From Crash Course. The United States incarcerates more people than any other nation in the world, and people across the political spectrum are calling for a change. In this episode of Crash Course Political Theory, we unpack the arguments of the prison abolition movement and the history of how we got here. Crash Course Political…
From Crash Course. Angels, aliens, and ghosts—oh my! In this episode of Crash Course Religions, we figure out how the paranormal and supernatural shows up in our religions, and outside of them. If you or someone you know identifies as “spiritual but not religious,” this one’s for you. Introduction: Spirits & Spirituality 00:00 Paranormal vs.…
From Crash Course. What do we owe other people? Are we just as obligated to help someone on the other side of the world as someone who lives across the street? In this episode of Crash Course Political Theory, we’ll explore the pros and cons of going global versus keeping it local in today’s world…
From Crash Course. Everybody dies—and then what? In this episode of Crash Crash Religions, we’ll explore how religions around the world have formed answers to a question nobody knows the answer to. We’ll also discover how concepts of Heaven and Hell have changed over time. Introduction: Welcome to Hell 00:00 Imagining the Afterlife 1:12 Early…
From Crash Course. What does it mean to be a feminist in the 21st century? How have the movements that brought us here shaped the ways we understand feminist political theory? And, perhaps most importantly, what comes next? Crash Course Political Theory #8 Being a Woman 00:00 Introduction to feminism 1:00 Early feminist movements 2:44…
From Crash Course. From priests to imams, from rabbis to gurus, religious leaders play a big role in shaping religions today. In this episode of Crash Course Religions, we’ll dig into what makes a religious leader and how people can take the power back. Introduction: Christian Influencers 00:00 Charismatic Leaders 0:56 Santa Muerte 3:12 Religious…
From Crash Course. The word anarchy is synonymous with chaos, but what does it mean to political theorists? In this episode of Crash Course Political Theory, we explore the theories and practices of anarchism. Crash Course Political Theory #7 Introduction: 00:00 What Is Anarchy 0:42 Classical Anarchy 3:28 Collectivism 4:54 Anarchist Communism 5:39 Modern Anarchy…
From Crash Course. To some, Marxism is the solution to all capitalism’s problems. To others, it’s a major threat to democracy. But what did Karl Marx really say about capitalism and communism, and how can that help shape our discussions today? Crash Course Political Theory #6 Introduction: "The Specter of Communism" 00:00 Who Was Marx…