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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