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Stuff You Should Know · October 3, 2026 · 53m

Selects: How Bras Work

Chuck and Josh examine the contradictory feelings many women have toward bras, exploring how the garment evolved from the cruel corset era and raise the question of whether bras are even necessary. The discussion touches on history, health, and social expectations, leaving listeners to ponder their own relationship with this polarizing piece of clothing.

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The Ambivalent Love-Hate Relationship with Bras
The hosts explore why bras are simultaneously appreciated for support and resented for discomfort.
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Corsets: The Cruel Predecessor
Corsets were far more restrictive and harmful than bras, deforming bodies and causing health problems, making the bra a significant step forward.

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