Nerd Nite: Banned Books, Female Hysteria, and Jury Shenanigans

111 South Grand Avenue,Bozeman MT 59715

11 November, 2022

Description

Topics: ”Banned Books” by Grace Diekman — Learn about the history and (flawed) reasoning about why certain books are banned, some notable examples, and what this says about censorship and how it impacts you!“Female Hysteria: Leeches, Freud, and Vibrators” by Julia Kraimer — Explore the history of “female hysteria”, inventions inspired by the affliction, and its impact on womens’ health diagnoses today. Treatment options in the 1880s included: orgasms, Freudian philosophy, and blood sucking animals! “The Trials and Tribulations of Jury Shenanigans” by Jill Mellecker — A Facebook scandal? Late night seances? A torrid affair with a suspected murderer? Come hear about several cases of jury shenanigans and how they derailed true crime cases and changed history!All profits will be donated to Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter! Website Link: https://bozeman.nerdnite.com/upcoming-events/ Have an idea for something you’d like to share about? Head to the Contact Us page on the website! We’re looking for more creative and brave souls to share on interesting topics!