Show 389. Hilary Cass

Show 389. Hilary Cass

Author: Avalon February 9, 2026 Duration: 1:16:29

Baroness Cass didn't expect to end up in the House of Lords.


She began her career as a paediatrician, a career path that culminated in her publishing the Cass Review into Gender Identity Services. 


This is a thoughtful and empathetic analysis of the experiences of vulnerable young people. 


Hilary takes us inside the report and her findings.


She also makes a compelling case for banning social media for under 16s... and tells us what it's like being a newbie in the Upper Chamber. 


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