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Podcast: Science Quickly
Episode: Why Defiance Can Be a Virtue
Description: Many of us are taught from a young age that being “good” means being obedient—but that conditioning can make it hard to speak up when it counts. In this episode, Cornell University professor Sunita Sah explains how defiance can be a powerful tool for challenging injustice, asserting boundaries and reclaiming our voice.
Recommended Reading
Sunita Sah’s website
Defy: The Power of No in a World That Demands Yes, by Sunita Sah. One World, 2025
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