Reproductive rights and abortion access have been under attack, but there's hope if you know where to look ... starting with the past. Get a sneak peek of the stories we'll tell on this new narrative show hosted by writer and activist Carolyn Silveira.
You might have heard of Griswold v Connecticut, a major Supreme Court case from the 1950s … but do you know who “Griswold” was? We’d like you to meet Estelle—Estelle Griswold, and learn about her adventurous life as a singer, Parisian expat, WWII humanitarian, and mid-life medical student. All these experiences would prepare her for the work that made her legacy with Planned Parenthood and the Supreme Court. We explore the legacy of Griswold’s legal battle for contraception access and its far-reaching impacts on privacy, women's rights, and prosperity—even today. 00:00 The Overturning of Roe v. Wade01:19 The Inspiration Behind the Podcast03:06 Estelle's Early Life04:39 Estelle's Journey to Planned Parenthood09:06 The Legal Battle Begins18:25 Griswold v. Connecticut: The Supreme Court Case22:16 The Legacy of Griswold v. Connecticut25:29 The Lasting Impact of Contraceptive Access27:26 Next Episode PreviewGuestProfessor Martha J. Bailey provides context on the historical and material effects of reproductive justice, underscoring the importance of continued activism in light of recent court decisions.Estelle Griswold’s voice comes to us thanks to the Schlesinger Library at the Harvard Radcliffe Institute. ResourcesRead Hope in the Dark*Learn about the idea of Reproductive Justice: https://www.sistersong.net/about-x2Donate to abortion funds: https://abortionfunds.org/General resources about abortion: https://www.ineedana.com/ Find Us Online- Website: https://shows.acast.com/extraordinary-the-fight-for-reproductive-justice- Substack: https://theextraordinarypodcast.substack.com/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_extraordinary_podcast - Merch: https://theextraordinarypodcast.substack.com/Credits- Host & Producer: Carolyn Silveira. Website: www.carolynsilveira.com, https://rhymeschemes.substack.com - Producer: Jennifer Bassett, Big Din Productions Website: www.bigdinproductions.com - Editor: Carolyn Silveira & Jennifer Bassett - Mixing: Max Liebman - Theme music: Katrina Zemrak- Cover art: Mauricio Diaz*affiliate link
“Pregnant? Don’t want to be? Call Jane…” In Chicago in the 1960s, abortion was illegal and the Chicago mob was the only option. Until an underground collective, known as Jane, decided to step in. Filmmakers Emma Pildes and Tia Lesson discuss their HBO documentary, 'The Janes,' sharing insights into the bravery and activism of these ordinary people who helped thousands of women. 02:02 Filmmakers Emma Pildes and Tia Lessen02:21 The Origins of The Janes02:59 The Context of the 1960s05:23 Heather Booth: The Organizer07:18 The Risks and Challenges Faced by The Janes10:13 The Impact and Legacy of The Janes20:44 The Current State of Reproductive Rights23:34 Call to Action: Be the ChangeGuestsEmma PildesTia LessenResourcesWatch The Janes on Max or with you library card at Kanopy Donate to abortion funds: https://abortionfunds.org/General resources about abortion: https://www.ineedana.com/ Other films & dramas about the Janes: https://www.kanopy.com/en/product/jane-abortion-service Book: The Story of Jane by former member Laura Kaplan* Find Us Online- Website: https://shows.acast.com/extraordinary-the-fight-for-reproductive-justice- Substack: https://theextraordinarypodcast.substack.com/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_extraordinary_podcast - Merch: https://theextraordinarypodcast.substack.com/Credits- Host & Producer: Carolyn Silveira. Website: www.carolynsilveira.com, Instagram: @cmoneycmonster Substack: https://rhymeschemes.substack.com - Producer: Jennifer Bassett, Big Din Productions Website: www.bigdinproductions.com - Editor: Carolyn Silveira & Jennifer Bassett - Mixing: Max Liebman - Theme music: Katrina Zemrak- Cover art: Mauricio Diaz*(affiliate link)
