394. "When Women Stood" Author Alexandra Allred
This podcast continues a series of episodes commemorating Women's History Month. Alex Allred's new book \u201cWhen Women Stood: The Untold History of Females Who Changed Sports and the World.\u201d In the book, Allred discusses the various challenges women have faced in sports. It offers a historical perspective but also a detailed analysis of current issues such as social media, the #metoo movement, and the debate about transgendered athletes.\n\nAllred is a professor of kinesiology at Tarleton State University.\n\nIn this episode, she discusses how she chose the various subjects to address. She mentions superstar athletes such as Simone Biles, Rhonda Rousey, Britney Griner, and many more.\n\nGet the book here: https://a.co/d/88FhI5w\n\nFor more info check out www.alexandraallred.com.