Can an enslaved person suffering a terrible condition consent to an experimental medical procedure?

The short answer is no! The long answer is still no, but with a side order of 'it's complicated'.

But can the rest of society benefit?

Will tells Rod about the difficult legacy of J Marion Sims!

The Wholesome Show is Rod Lamberts and Will Grant, proudly brought to you by The Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science!