As usual, this week's question comes from Gregory Stock's The Book of Questions: Would you want to choose the sex of your child? What if you could safely pick other qualities: IQ, height, temperament, looks? Fair warning: If discussions of genetic engineering and the future of human reproduction make you uncomfortable, this might be a … Continue reading Question of the Week #461
Gender
Lights, Camera, Inequality…
Today, we're diving into the glitzy, glamorous world of Hollywood to examine a topic that's not quite as shiny: the intersection of race and gender in the Best Actress category. Buckle up; it's going to be a bumpy ride. For decades, the Academy Awards have been the gold standard for recognizing excellence in the film … Continue reading Lights, Camera, Inequality…
Question of the Week #90
If you could choose the sex and physical appearance of your soon-to-be-born child, would you do it? Absolutely not. I mean, it would be nice to know the kid's gender before he or she is born. And apparently they have newfangled medical equipment that makes it possible to see these things at certain stages of … Continue reading Question of the Week #90
Question of the Week #21
Do you prefer being around men or women? Do your closest friends tend to be men or women? Well, a lot of the time, I don't like being around anyone... people in general. So... can I just say neither? Really, I guess it depends on my mood and the specific situation and the actual people … Continue reading Question of the Week #21
Question of the Week #10
Which sex do you think has it easier in our culture? Have you ever wished you were of the opposite sex? Men have it easier. Without question.* I mean, our only responsibilities are to provide meat and make fire. Not to mention that the only discomfort we have to deal with beginning at puberty is … Continue reading Question of the Week #10
The Confusing Middle 