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Why are some places still men only?

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind closed doors of a men only club? Discover why some men prefer it to be just them.

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鈥檚 Up, it begs the question; Why men only?

Presented by Afua Hirsch

Produced by Priscilla Ng鈥檈the

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

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