Obscene Vulgarity

Obscene Vulgarity

July 1, 2026 · 6 min · Episode 627

About this episode

The episode discusses the controversy surrounding the 4,500 year old 'Dancing Girl' and its implications on the definitions of obscenity and vulgarity.

A controversy over a 4,500 year old "Dancing Girl" once again raises the question over what constitutes obscenity and vulgarity. Sandip Roy covers his eyes and looks into the situation.

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