"Tested" is an investigative narrative podcast hosted by Rose Eveleth that examines the contentious history and present-day controversies surrounding sex testing in women's sports. Through deeply reported storytelling, the series follows elite female athletes like Caster Semenya, Christine, and Max as they navigate restrictive policies from sports governing bodies like World Athletics, forcing choices between medical intervention, retirement, or legal battles. Blending historical investigation with current events, the show traces a 100-year history of gender verification in athletics while raising pressing questions about fairness, biology, human rights, and the very definition of the women's category in sports. With a documentary-style approach featuring interviews, court case analysis, and scientific scrutiny, "Tested" appeals to listeners interested in sports ethics, gender and science, social justice, and investigative journalism. It's particularly suited for audiences who enjoy character-driven, issue-oriented documentaries that intersect sports with broader societal debates about identity, equity, and policy.
"Tested" is an investigative narrative podcast hosted by Rose Eveleth that examines the contentious history and present-day controversies surrounding sex testing in women's sports. Through deeply reported storytelling, the series follows elite female athletes like Caster Semenya, Christine, and Max as they navigate restrictive policies from sports governing bodies like World Athletics, forcing choices between medical intervention, retirement, or legal battles. Blending historical investigation with current events, the show traces a 100-year history of gender verification in athletics while raising pressing questions about fairness, biology, human rights, and the very definition of the women's category in sports. With a documentary-style approach featuring interviews, court case analysis, and scientific scrutiny, "Tested" appeals to listeners interested in sports ethics, gender and science, social justice, and investigative journalism. It's particularly suited for audiences who enjoy character-driven, issue-oriented documentaries that intersect sports with broader societal debates about identity, equity, and policy.