Pregnancy & Childbirth: Sex Ed #9

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?…

Birth Control Explained: Sex Ed #8

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…

Crash Course Native American History Preview

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.…

Getting real about STIs: Sex Ed #7

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…

Is virginity real?: Sex Ed #6

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:…

Unpacking Sexual Orientation: Sex Ed #5

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.…

What is gender identity?: Sex Ed #4

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…

The Penis Explained: Sex Ed #3

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…

The Vulva & Vagina Explained: Sex Ed #2

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…

What is sex?: Sex Ed #1

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…

Crash Course Sex Ed Preview

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…

Religions and Pop Culture: Crash Course Religions #24

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…

The Power of Political Recognition

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…

Should Art Be Political?

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…

Is Utopia Actually Possible?

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…

Political Cosmopolitanism

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…

What is Feminism, and Where Does it Go From Here?

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…

Who Speaks for a Religion?: Crash Course Religions #16

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…

A World Without Governments? Anarchism Explained

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…