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Feminist Claptrap!?! - Sandi Toksvig sets the record straight! 12 amazing inventions by women

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  • Duration: 3 mins
  • Publication date: 08 Feb 2022

Abstract

Find out how one review led Sandi Toksvig to set the record straight by seamlessly reeling off how women have changed the world by listing 12 amazing inventions by women... in a way that only Sandi could.

She didn't take well to her book 'Girls are Best' receiving a one star rating titled 'Feminist Claptrap' from one amazon customer so proceeds to set the record straight by telling a story of how her morning was impacted by female inventors and their inventions. These 12 incredible, amazing inventions by women throughout history have helped shape our world.

Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness against bias. Take action for equality.

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  • Sandi Toksvig

    Sandi Toksvig

    The night will be hosted by inspirational speaker, comedian and television presenter Sandi Toksvig OBE, well known to UK audiences as a broadcaster having begun her career in children’s television playing Ethel in the long running Saturday morning show Number 73.
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