Yonis, Vaginas, and Pussies! Oh My! Language and How We Use It on This Show

[Heads Up: As the title suggests today we will be using the word pussy as we talk about censorship and language around female biology. You might want to put your earbuds in.] Listen in as Janice and Jessica explain the rules of language that we'll be using on the "In Full Flow" podcast including... Why this podcast is NOT labeled explicit When we will give content and trigger warnings Why we default to using anatomical terms even though the history of dude’s naming our parts is problematic How Yoni is cultural appropriation and why we prefer pussy when talking about sexuality versus sexual organs Resource Links: Andreas Vesalius is considered the “Father of Anatomy” and one of the many men that have “discovered” and therefore named (usually after themselves) the female reproductive system. For example, Gabriele Falloppio (often known by his Latin name Falloppius) “discovered” and named the Fallopian tube. For more on understanding why so many women's reproductive organs are named after dudes, check out the fantastic Vagina episode of Taboo Science podcast where Rachel Gross talks about her upcoming book Vagina Obscura: An Anatomical Voyage. The Conservative Crusade Against “Wet-Ass Pussy” by Charles Holmes, Rolling Stone. For more on the evolution of swear words (especially around sex), check out the fairly informative, “comedic documentary” hosted by Nicolas Cage “History of Swear Words” on Netflix. There are episodes on F**k, D**k, Bitch, and Pu**y. In 2005 Australian urologist Helen O’Connell finally gave us an accurate picture of the clitoris and all its nerve endings. The Clitoris, Uncovered: An Intimate History by Rachel Gross, Scientific American. --- We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] -- Follow us on Instagram @InFullFlowPodcast --- We’re lifelong learners and believe books are one of the most cost-effective investments.  Check out our Beloved Booklist @ Bookshop.org to support your local bookstore. --- Disclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Janice Plado Dalager, Jessica M. Frey and guests to the show. Neither of us are Doctors, nor do we play one on the Internet. The content here is for informational purposes only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Because every person is unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.