Some of our panel consider it an insult while for others it’s a factual term for transphobic behaviour. They all agree that it’s a source of division and tension amongst feminists. Is it being used to shut down those who have concerns about unintended consequences of trans-activism or a valid way of calling out intolerance?

Producers: Myles Bonnar and Peter McManus

Editor: Anthony Browne

A BBC Scotland production for Radio 4