‘In Perspective’ is The Swaddle’s podcast series where academics reveal little-known facts about Indian history, society and culture.

Notes:

00;01;01;02- How does sexual labor act as a site for the pursuit of social mobility and well-being for women dancers?

00;09;47;29- What are some scenarios where we see the dichotomy in how we treat women’s sexual labor?

00;14;07;26- How did the AIDS epidemic impact the Indian state’s relationship with sex workers?

00;24;08;17- Before Section 377 was read down in 2018, legal judgments often presented very conflicting attitudes towards sexual minorities in India. What were some of these conflicting judgements, and what problems did they pose in people’s everyday lives?

00;37;26;21- What are some of the problems with the Indian state’s approach to legislation and protection of trans* rights post the NALSA judgment?

Credits:

Featuring: Dr. Chaitanya Lakkimsetti

Producer: Aditi Patel

Original Interview Edit: Anahita Sachdev

Cover Art: Hitesh Sonar

Creative Director: Shrishti Malhotra

Executive Producer: Karla Bookman