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The End of SportAuthor: The End of Sport
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Episode 170: The Pseudoscience of Trans Exclusion
Thursday, 9 October, 2025
In this episode of The End of Sport, hosts Derek Silva, Johanna Mellis, and Nathan Kalman-Lamb speak with Dr. Sheree Bekker and Dr. Anna Posbergh about the pseudoscience that continues to shape much of the anti-trans movement in sport. Drawing from sociology, feminist theory, and sport studies, they unpack how flawed scientific claims about biology and fairness have been used to justify exclusionary policies against trans athletes.The conversation addresses the ways these arguments gain legitimacy through the language of objectivity, even when they rely on outdated or manipulated data. Dr. Bekker and Dr. Posbergh explain how these ideas circulate across media, policy, and sport governance, shaping public perception and influencing laws that harm trans people. They emphasize the role of critical scholars, journalists, and educators in challenging these dominant frames that present trans inclusion as a threat to sport itself.The episode highlights why resisting pseudoscientific narratives is essential to building a more inclusive sporting culture. By questioning who defines fairness, whose bodies are regulated, and whose voices are heard, this discussion reminds listeners that defending trans athletes is not only about inclusion but also about defending the integrity of science and the principles of social justice.Listen, share, and support The End of Sport, a proud member of the Harbinger Media Network, a community of over sixty leftist podcasts at harbingermedianetwork.com.
