State Supreme Courts are crucial to abortion rights, yet most people have no idea what these courts do. Or that in many states we actually vote for these judges. Thirty-three states will have supreme court seats on the ballot this November. Alicia Bannon of State Court Report tells us why these courts matter to abortion rights and how to be better informed g ... Show More
Nov 2024
We Want to Hear From You!
We hope you have been enjoying the incredible guests and stories from this season of The Defenders. Now, we want to hear from you. We’re conducting a survey with three simple questions: Did you learn something, has your opinion changed, and do you feel empowered to put these new ... Show More
1m 14s
Sep 2024
The Power of Down Ballot Voting
Since the Dobbs decision, activists, organizers, and leaders are turning to state legislatures to protect and expand reproductive rights. This November, 44 states will hold legislative elections, and these races are often won or lost by tiny margins. Two champions of state power, ... Show More
31m 56s
Jul 2025
How I Wonder What You Are | 6
As more maternity homes open across the country, Abbi, Zoe, and Toni join a growing chorus of women who are speaking out. And there’s one person in particular who Abbi and Nathan want to hear their story. Dr. Zoe Shaw’s book, “Stronger in the Difficult Places: Heal Your Relations ... Show More
48m 3s
Mar 2019
KC Short: Break the Cycle
We asked women to tell us about their first periods and how it set a tone for how they view their bodies today. A tribute to International Women's Day.Produced by Shahd Bani Odeh and Darah Ghanem. With editorial support by Dana Ballout, Hebah Fisher, Bella Ibrahim, and Alex Atack ... Show More
12m 54s
Oct 2024
The Girls are Fighting & How to Make Up!
On this candid episode, Alisha and Remi tackle listener questions, with Alisha sharing updates on her therapy journey and Remi navigating her cycle and other life stressors. From setting boundaries to TikTok rabbit holes, they spill all the tea on everything from bee pollen’s sup ... Show More
1h 7m
Sep 2023
"rePROs Fight Back" trailer
<p>Love Podcasts? Love bodily autonomy? Want to get engaged in the fight for sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice? Then this is the podcast for you. Each episode host Jennie Wetter has a guest on to do a deep dive into issues ranging from abortion, birth control, ... Show More
1m 59s