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Stupiracy S1 E4: Ivy League Nude Photo Scandal

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Episode Description:

This episode of Stupiracy peels back the layers on one of the most eyebrow-raising chapters in Ivy League history—the nude photo scandal. Rizz and Tim explore how some of America’s future elites, from presidents to network execs, were part of an eyebrow-raising tradition that involved posing nude as part of college registration. Dive into the quirks, questions, and conspiracies surrounding these shocking snapshots!


Show Notes:

Overview: Episode 4 of "Stupiracy" delves into the bizarre world of the Ivy League nude photo scandal, uncovering the strange and scandalous practice that once was a rite of passage for incoming freshmen at prestigious universities like Harvard, Yale, and Princeton.


Topics Discussed:

  • The historical context and initiation of the nude photo practice in the Ivy League from the 1940s through the 1970s.
  • High-profile individuals who were involved, including U.S. Presidents and famous actors.
  • The controversial purpose behind these photos, linked to eugenic studies and body type theories.
  • The ultimate fate of these photos and the ethical and legal controversies they sparked.

    • Entities Mentioned:

    • Harvard University
    • Yale University
    • Princeton University
    • William Sheldon (Researcher behind the photo practice)
    • Notable alumni who may have been photographed

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