Human Livestock

True Weird Stuff

Human Livestock

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Published on Aug 1, 2025, 11:00:00 PM
Total time: 01:39:17

Episode Description

Today's True Weird Stuff - Human Livestock

 

In the 20th century, the American Eugenics Society promoted its ideas of "racial betterment" through publications, lectures, and even at state fairs. Entire families would jump at the chance to be scrupulously evaluated at these exhibits. The prize for winning these "Fitter Family" contests? Being deemed worthy of passing on your genes to improve the white race.
 
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