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Could the birth control pill be shaping women’s moods, desires, and even same-sex attraction — and what men should know about PMS? Dr. Sarah Hill, award-winning researcher and author of This Is Your Brain on Birth Control and The Period Brain, has spent years exploring these questions — and the answers are wild. She explains how hormonal birth cont…
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November 12, 2025, is #ThxBirthControl Day-- a day to celebrate the multiple methods of contraceptive care that allow people to live their fullest lives and reach their dreams and goals. Monica Edwards, Senior Manager, Public Policy at Power to Decide and Tara Mancini, Public Policy Director at Power to Decide, sit down to talk with us about the ma…
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Birth control is the latest battleground in a wave of online misinformation targeting young women — and doctors and reproductive health advocates are sounding the alarm about its impact. But this isn’t your typical fearmongering about birth control coming from Bible-thumpers or conservative men in suits. This new wave is coming from wellness influe…
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Lately, every time I talk to a client (or honestly, a friend), the same thing comes up: “I’m so tired. I’m taking electrolytes, eating clean, supplementing magnesium… doing everything right, but I still feel off.” And I get it because I’ve been feeling that too. So, I sat down with my friend Dr. Heather Rhodes, and we started comparing notes - our …
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Recently, health influencers on Instagram and TikTok have been vocal about the side effects of hormonal birth control. Check out the most popular videos on the subject, and you’ll hear horror stories about sex drive and skin texture, depression and weight fluctuation. But doctors say that while some side effects are possible, the most extreme stori…
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⚡ Women’s health issues have been ignored for so long - but science is finally catching up. The problem is, the message still hasn’t reached everyone. That’s why I’m doing a deep dive into the real science of hormone health, birth control, fertility and the menopause. 💬 In this episode of the podcast, I offer practical and actionable advice on each…
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Abbie Halberstadt, content creator and mother of ten, shares why on her very first date she told her now husband that birth control would never be an option. Drawing on commonsense and scripture, Abbie unpacks the heart behind the truth that God is in charge of our fertility, not us—and why this is a truth both Protestants and Catholics can agree o…
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On this week of KR we are joined by Zachary Mallory of Rise Above Justice Movement! In 2024, Zach founded this movement to provide a space for survivors of sexual assault to advocate for justice and authentic storytelling. We talk about the movement, the RAJM Podcast, and the harm of the phrase 'boys will be boys'. To follow RAJM's work, check out …
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This week, we’re sharing a special episode from TED Tech exploring Gen Z slang words like "unalive," "skibidi" and "rizz." Where do these words come from — and how do they get popular so fast? Linguist Adam Aleksic explores how the forces of social media algorithms are reshaping the way people talk and view their very own identities. Technology’s r…
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In this eye-opening solocast, I walk you through one of the most widespread and under-reported frauds in modern history: the use of your birth certificate to turn you into a corporate asset, traded on global markets. This isn’t theory—it’s documented fraud, backed by historical evidence, banking records, and legal disclosures hidden in plain sight.…
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Christmas has come early for Bridget, because Joyce Carol Oates is beefing with Elon Musk on Twitter. Bridget explains to Producer Mike what it's about, why Joyce Carol Oates is one of her all-time problematic faves, and why Elon is now performatively demonstrating his commitment to literacy with insightful takes like "great movie" and ads declarin…
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Andrew and Noleen Sedra have more in common than their faith. Both fled lands where being the wrong race or the wrong religion can cost you your life. Their stories reveal what it means to share the Gospel when every word could be your last. They lift the curtain on a growing movement, one that’s quietly reshaping cities and cultures across the Wes…
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In this episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, HeHe sits down with Jessica, a mama of five — all born breech — to unpack what it’s really like to birth outside the box (literally!). From her first head-down birth to her series of empowering breech births, Jessica shares her story of confidence, trust, and self-advocacy. Together, they explore how bre…
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It’s another news roundup! This time, we cover how, using data analytics – and ironically, some AI – a team at Cornell University has mapped the environmental impact of AI by state. They determined that, by 2030, the rate of AI growth in the U.S. would put an additional 24 to 44 million metric tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. The team fu…
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Money, it’s often said, is a form of trust and central banks are the custodians of that trust; it’s their job to guarantee that the money they issue maintains stable purchasing power. More recently, that’s been no easy task. Witness President Donald Trump’s attacks on the independence of the US Federal Reserve. The FT’s chief economics commentator,…
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Women may not have invented the car, but a woman took the first road trip in one (Bertha Benz) and a woman was the first victim of one (Mary Ward). And when cars came in big time they changed life dramatically for women in particular. Visit the ⁠website⁠ (herhalfofhistory.com) for sources, transcripts, and pictures. Support the show on my ⁠Patreon …
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Send us a text Ladina's resources are at the end of this description. Plans rarely survive contact with labour, and that’s exactly where this story shines. We sit down with Ladina, a Swiss parent who grew up in the US and Brazil, to trace two very different births at Triemli Stadtspital in Zurich—one long and medically complex, the next fast and gr…
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In this episode, Jess and Sarah welcome Dr. Jerome Adams, former US Surgeon General, to discuss critical public health challenges facing the nation. The scientists explore the complex issues of vaccine hesitancy and health misinformation, examining how declining trust in federal health institutions has shaped public health outcomes. Dr. Adams empha…
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In this re-aired fan-favorite episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, HeHe sits down with Dr. Rixa Freeze, research professor and president of Breech Without Borders, to challenge everything you think you know about breech birth. Together, they unpack the real facts, not the fear, behind breech birth, from what it actually is to the true statistics an…
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David Ewing Duncan has spent the last 25 years being poked and prodded in the name of science. He’s signed up for hundreds of tests because, as a journalist, he writes about emerging health breakthroughs. He says one recent test contains more useful data than anything he’s seen to date. He talks to host Emily Kwong about his score on the Immune Hea…
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What's a normal amount of pain to feel after sex? Is everyone else sore after sex and not talking about it? How can you make sex less painful and more pleasurable? Today, learn from DB about what is and is not normal about pain during and after sex, when you should be worried, and when maybe you could just use some more lube. (Hint: Uberlube reigns…
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Carrie Prejean Boller returns — and this time, she’s face to face with Perez Hilton, the Miss USA judge whose question about gay marriage sparked one of the most viral pageant moments ever. They revisit that controversy and dive into tough conversations on gay marriage, transgender surgeries, and men playing in women’s sports. It’s a raw, unfiltere…
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What if the path out of anxiety begins by thinking differently? Season 12 kicks off with artist and bestselling author Ruth Chou Simons joining Candace for a shorter season on freedom from anxiety. Ruth shares how the wildflowers of Western Colorado — and Jesus’ words in Luke 12:27 — taught her to stop toiling and spinning and to practice trust in …
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Cosmic dust can tell scientists about how ice covered Earth during the last ice age. This dust is leftover debris from asteroids and comets colliding in space and this dust constantly rains down on our planet. Researcher Frankie Pavia from the University of Washington recently used a brand new method for estimating climate conditions 30,000 years a…
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What does it really look like to prepare your body for the gift of life 👶🌿 This one’s for anyone dreaming of starting a family — the healthy, intentional way. Dr. Ann Shippy, a board-certified functional medicine physician, breaks down the preconception do’s and don’ts for both men and women — from nourishing your body and balancing hormones to cre…
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In this enlightening conversation, I’m joined by urologist Dr. Justin Dubin for an open and honest discussion about men’s health — a topic that doesn’t get nearly enough airtime. We talk about preventative care, testosterone, fertility, and the ways lifestyle choices shape men’s overall well-being. Justin shares powerful insights from his experienc…
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In this episode, I dive into a topic inspired by a listener's question: What are the new standards for women who crave wealth? My own definition of wealth and success has evolved dramatically over the past few years, and I share how that journey has shaped my business, my mindset, and my life. Key Topics: The difference between leadership and "CEO …
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It’s just turtles and scams all the way down. Meta is earning a fortune on a deluge of fraudulent ads, documents show: https://www.reuters.com/investigations/meta-is-earning-fortune-deluge-fraudulent-ads-documents-show-2025-11-06/ ‘You’re not rushing. You’re just ready:’ Parents say ChatGPT encouraged son to kill himself: https://edition.cnn.com/20…
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Social media has turned mudslinging into a sport, and plenty of Christians are in the game. But is it really harmless fun to accuse, mock, or tear people down online? Dominican friar Fr. Gregory Pine joins us to expose the spiritual fallout of online outrage and remind us why discernment matters every time we hit “post.” He also unpacks how Gen Z v…
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Ep. 396 Twins Untangled: The Data Behind Safe Twin Birth with Dr. Stu In this week’s episode of The Birth Lounge Podcast, HeHe sits down with Dr. Stu Fischbein to unpack the truth about twin births, and it’s probably not what your provider has told you. They dive into why C-sections have become the default for twins in the U.S. (hint: it’s not beca…
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