The Gynarchy with Dr. Kirti Patel
Welcome to The Gynarchy Podcast , where women's health and feminism intersect. Hosted by Dr. Kirti Patel, a board-certified ob/gyn with over 25 years of experience, this podcast dives deep into the topics that matter most to women.
From the realities of childbirth and menopause to cultural trends and global women’s issues, we cover it all. This isn't just another health podcast—it's a space where we acknowledge the barriers women face in a patriarchal world and challenge the status quo. Expect candid conversations with top experts and inspiring guests who bring their unique perspectives to the table.
Our mission is to empower women with knowledge and support, helping you take charge of your health and your life. Join us on this journey as we break through the barriers of the patriarchy and envision a new world led by The Gynarchy.
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The Gynarchy with Dr. Kirti Patel
Episode 15: The Sex Ed Crisis with Danielle Bezalel
Welcome to another episode of The Gynarchy Podcast! Today, I'm speaking to sex educator and executive producer and host of The Sex Ed with DB Podcast, Danielle Bezalel, aka “DB”, about the deeply flawed state of sexual health education in the US.
In “Episode 15: The Sex Ed Crisis”, Danielle brings her expertise in comprehensive sexual health education to discuss how our inadequate, outdated, and shame-based sex ed programs are failing young people and what we can do to change that.
Here are some of the topics we discuss:
- The current state of sexual health education in the US
- Religious and cultural influence on sex education, particularly purity culture
- The harmful messages shared in abstinence-only programs
- Goals of comprehensive sexual education
- The need for mandated consent education
- The rise of misogyny and rape culture
- Providing age appropriate sex education to children in the home and at school
- Harms of poor sex ed, including increased risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases
- Better, international models for comprehensive sexual education
Resources referenced in this episode:
Guttmacher Institute: Sex Education and HIV Education
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Medical disclaimer: The content provided on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.