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Roe vs. Wade with Dr. Han Ren

Season 2, Ep. 8

The last few years have felt dark, but recently they grew even darker when Roe vs. Wade was overturned. In today's episode, Dr. Han Ren joins us to share her initial thoughts on the overturn, how it impacts communities, and some important resources and support on this topic.


Here’s the Tea with Akua is a safe space to learn about hot topics, gain a new perspective and have a greater understanding of the people around us. You’ll hear amazing stories of everyday people like you and me. They’ll be spilling the tea and giving us an honest look into their lives. As we discuss topics such as race, relationships, mental health, and how to just figure out the thing called life, we’d love to have you subscribe on Apple PodcastSpotify, or your favorite podcast player!


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