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The Why Factor

Why are some places still men only?

Duration: 23 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC World Service AustralasiaLatest broadcast: on BBC World Service Europe and the Middle East

Available for over a year

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind closed doors at a men only club? Maybe you have even asked yourself why segregated groups still exist. According to sociologist Todd Migliaccio, society has historically been male dominated making men only clubs suited to the running of it. However, with the current drive towards gender equality and movements such as MeToo and Time’s Up, it begs the question; Why men only?

Presented by Afua Hirsch

Produced by Priscilla Ng’ethe

(Photo: David Staples at the United Grand Lodge in the Grand Temple Credit: Priscilla Ng'ethe) Show less

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