Should Schools Teach About Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation? Part 3

Should Schools Teach About Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation? Part 3

Author: Danusia Malina-Derben April 27, 2024 Duration: 48:08

Join us for the final instalment of our robust debate on "Should Schools Teach About Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation?" Our trio of guests dives deep into this contentious issue, fearlessly tackling tough questions and offering candid insights on the importance of addressing these topics in education. From the allocation of classroom time to fostering inclusivity and empathy among students, we confront the repercussions head-on in our "IF THIS THEN THAT" segment.

 

Tune in to uncover the unique ONE HABIT each guest has cultivated in response to their stance on the inclusion of gender identity and sexual orientation education in schools. Gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access as we delve into how these convictions shape their daily routines. Prepare to be surprised by the unexpected rituals these individuals adopt due to their positions on this matter.

 

Expect a lively exchange of perspectives as our guests passionately defend their viewpoints, whether advocating for or against the incorporation of gender identity and sexual orientation education into the curriculum. Anticipate a blend of unfiltered honesty, introspective reflections, with an edge of chutzpah – because here at Parents Who Think, we celebrate the clash of ideas without settling for mere consensus.

 

As our host, Danusia, wraps up the discussion, she shares her own thoughts on whether schools should address these topics with her own children. After immersing yourself in this thought-provoking dialogue, take a moment to ponder: Has this debate challenged your beliefs? Has it prompted a re-evaluation of your perspective? Ultimately, ask yourself: Did this episode provoke introspection?

 

Here at Parents Who Think, we're not about telling you what to think; we provide debates, you decide what to think. Join us for the next PWT debate as we tackle the question: "Should Smacking be Banned in England and Northern Ireland?"

 

Parents Who Think Guests featured in this debate are:

Virginia Mendez + Jane Amy McKeown 

 

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Credits:

  • Hosted by Danusia Malina-Derben 

  • Edited, Mixed + Mastered by Roger Heathers

  • Assisted by Marie Kruz

  • Cover art by Anthony Oram


Danusia Malina-Derben hosts Parents Who Think, a podcast built on the premise that thoughtful disagreement is more valuable than easy consensus. As an entrepreneur, author, and mother of ten, she facilitates candid conversations that deliberately challenge the comfortable assumptions and unspoken rules of modern parenthood. Each episode features intelligent parents from a wide spectrum of backgrounds, engaging in no-holds-barred debates on crucial dilemmas. The discussions are raw and unfiltered, offering listeners a range of perspectives that often exist outside mainstream parenting narratives. This isn't about finding a single right answer but about illuminating the complex, often hard realities of raising children. Whether your own views are conventional or more marginalized, this podcast provides a rare space for genuine intellectual friction. You'll hear nuanced arguments that prioritize thinking over dogma, inviting you to examine your own choices more deeply. The goal is clarity, not comfort, making it an essential listen for anyone who believes parenting deserves more than a recycled script. Tune in for conversations that interrupt the status quo, acknowledging that agreement is not the point-rigorous, compassionate thought is.
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