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Jens Spahn has resigned as chairman of the Union parliamentary group. The background is the debate about the birth of his son by a surrogate mother in the USA. Critics accuse the CDU politician of double standards: While the party rejects surrogacy in Germany, Spahn had supported this position so far. In private, however, acted in the opposite way. - Jens Spahn ist als Vorsitzender der Unionsfraktion zurückgetreten. Hintergrund ist die Debatte um die Geburt seines Sohnes durch eine Leihmutter in den USA. Kritiker werfen dem CDU-Politiker Doppelmoral vor: Während die Partei Leihmutterschaft in Deutschland ablehnt, hatte Spahn diese Position bislang mitgetragen. Im Privaten allerdings gegenteilig gehandelt.
World news in 7 minutes. Monday 20th July 2026.Today: World Cup winners. UK Burnham. Norway, Spain fires. Hungary president. Ukraine hits ships. Germany surrogacy. US-Iran war. China landslide. Kenya quarantine. Sao Tome election. Peru earthquake. Guyana ferry. Canada fires. And the winner is...With Ben MallettSEND7 is supported by our amazing listeners like you.Our supporters get access to the transcripts written by us every day.Our supporters get access to an English worksheet made by us once per week.Our supporters get access to our weekly news quiz made by us once per week.We give 10% of our profit to Effective Altruism charities.You can become a supporter at send7.org/supportContact us at podcast@send7.org or send an audio message at speakpipe.com/send7Please leave a rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify.We don't use AI! Every word is written and recorded by us!Since 2020, SEND7 (Simple English News Daily in 7 minutes) has been telling the most important world news stories in intermediate English. Every day, listen to the most important stories from every part of the world in slow, clear English. Whether you are an intermediate learner trying to improve your advanced, technical and business English, or if you are a native speaker who just wants to hear a summary of world news as fast as possible, join Stephen Devincenzi, Ben Mallett and Juliet Martin every morning. Transcripts, worksheets and our weekly world news quiz are available for our amazing supporters at send7.org. Simple English News Daily is the perfect way to start your day, by practising your listening skills and understanding complicated stories in a simple way. It is also highly valuable for IELTS and TOEFL students. Students, teachers, TEFL teachers, and people with English as a second language, tell us that they use SEND7 because they can learn English through hard topics, but simple grammar. We believe that the best way to improve your spoken English is to immerse yourself in real-life content, such as what our podcast provides. SEND7 covers all news including politics, business, natural events and human rights. Whether it is happening in Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas or Oceania, you will hear it on SEND7, and you will understand it.For more information visit send7.org/contact or send an email to podcast@send7.org
Republican voters are finally talking about surrogacy—but not for the reason you think...After a recent Supreme Court ruling sparked new concerns about birthright citizenship, many conservatives began questioning the security threats international surrogacy brings. But the real dangers go far beyond immigration.Whether you've never thought about surrogacy before or have followed the issue for years, this episode dives into the ethical, legal, and human costs.What do you think? Should Texas ban commercial surrogacy—or all surrogacy? Let us know in the comments.Contact your legislators here: https://wrm.capitol.texas.gov/home
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Top headlines for Monday, July 13, 2026A Canadian surrogacy lawsuit after a surrogate refused an abortion request; prosecutors press forward in the Charlie Kirk murder case; Texas' Senate race tightens as James Talarico posts a record fundraising haul; and Philadelphia's Enon Tabernacle mobilizes against human trafficking with a major community 8K.0:11 Same-sex couple sues surrogate mother who refused to abort baby0:55 Tyler Robinson pretrial hearing day 5: Key takeaways1:40 Talarico campaign announces record $30M fundraising haul2:33 Ricky Schroder, wife 'disgusted' by Candace Owens claims3:23 Muhammad ranks top baby boy name in England, Wales for third year4:10 US announces $386M in humanitarian aid for Venezuela5:05 'Refuse to look away': Megachurch hosts 8K to fight traffickingSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsSame-sex couple sues surrogate mother who refused to abort baby | WorldTyler Robinson pretrial hearing day 5: Key takeaways | U.S.Talarico campaign announces record $30M fundraising haul | PoliticsRicky Schroder, wife 'disgusted' by Candace Owens claims | U.S.'Refuse to look away': Megachurch hosts 8K to fight trafficking | Church & MinistriesMuhammad ranks top baby boy name in England, Wales for third year | WorldUS announces $386M in humanitarian aid for Venezuela | World
Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Robynne Friedman a South African attorney specialising in surrogacy and fertility law unpacking what South African law says (or doesn't say) about how fertility clinics approach these situations, and what couples should be discussing before beginning IVF treatment. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Nobel laureate in economics argues the bans we pass to protect our morals are quietly killing people and the data backs him up. Why the line between a market we allow and one we forbid is mostly an accident of disgust. Subscribe if you want science with evidence, not speculation. My guest won the 2012 Nobel Prize for designing the systems that match kidney donors to patients who would otherwise die waiting. We cover why it's easy to buy heroin but hard to hire a hitman, what surrogacy bans actually do to the babies they're meant to protect, why paying kidney donors could end a shortage that kills thousands a year, and the trade-off statement he wants every lawmaker to say out loud. He has been called an organ trafficker. He explains why that's the point. What you'll hear: Why banning something that people want often makes it more dangerous The kidney market America won't build and what that silence costs What the hitman vs. heroin ban asymmetry tells us about effective prohibition The McCormick statement: the trade-off acknowledgment most policy debates refuse to make How prediction markets are eroding the boundary between public and private information Whether Milton Friedman was right to be embarrassed by the economics Nobel There's no such thing as a solution. There are only trade-offs. CHAPTERS 00:00 Who gets called an organ trafficker? 02:26 What makes a transaction repugnant? 03:14 Why bans without support create black markets 03:36 Heroin is easy. Hitmen are not. Why? 04:44 Prohibition, NASCAR, and moonshine 07:26 Surrogacy: legal here, criminal in Europe 12:30 When money turns something legal into a crime 14:28 Can religion corrupt a market? 15:56 Who actually pays for college? 21:38 The Enhanced Games: drugs as a marketing platform 25:30 Adderall, Erd0151s, and the science of getting sharper 30:58 Why AI makes market congestion worse before better 35:00 100,000 kidney failures a year. 30,000 transplants. 36:44 Portland decriminalized heroin. It failed. 39:22 The trade-off statement politicians refuse to make 41:14 Can you legalize sex work and shrink trafficking? 47:42 Kahneman chose to die. Who should decide? 48:30 Should we put GLP-1 drugs in the water? 56:12 America is the Saudi Arabia of blood plasma 01:00:54 Prediction markets and inside information 01:01:34 Sports gambling is more addictive than it looks 01:11:40 Peter Nobel called economics a marketing stunt 01:13:32 Is economics a real science? Get the transcript, fascinating bonus content, and my Monday M.A.G.I.C. Message: https://briankeating.com/yt Have a .edu email and live in the USA? You automatically win a meteorite: https://BrianKeating.com/edu Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/DrBrianKeating?sub_confirmation=1 Support Into the Impossible on Patreon, get my weekly M.A.G.I.C. Message, unfiltered bonus content, and live monthly Office Hours with me: https://www.patreon.com/drbriankeating Join this channel for perks, monthly Office Hours, and your name in the Member Roster at the end of every episode: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmXH_moPhfkqCk6S3b9RWuw/join Get your three free gifts when you join my Multiverse of Minds: https://BrianKeating.com/cosmic Featured Guest: Alvin Roth website: https://web.stanford.edu/~alroth/ Moral Economics (book): https://www.amazon.com/Moral-Economics-Prostitution-Controversial-Transactions/dp/1541702018 My books: Losing the Nobel Prize (memoir): http://amzn.to/2sa5UpA Think Like a Nobel Prize Winner: https://a.co/d/03ezQFu Focus Like a Nobel Prize Winner: https://a.co/d/hi50U9U Galileo's Dialogue (first-ever audiobook): https://a.co/d/iZPi9Un Twitter/X: https://x.com/BrianKeating Substack: https://briankeating.substack.com Blog: https://briankeating.com/blog Audio-only: https://briankeating.com/podcast #intotheimpossible #briankeating #economics #NobelPrize #AlvinRoth #marketdesign #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For years, Jordana Brewster quietly lived with a life-altering diagnosis that few people knew about. After suffering a seizure at 28, she learned she had a cavernous malformation (CVM), a rare vascular condition in her brain that made carrying a pregnancy dangerously high-risk. While continuing a successful acting career, she privately managed her condition, navigated fertility treatments, and ultimately chose gestational surrogacy to grow her family.In this candid conversation, Jordana joins Mary Alice Haney to share the emotional realities behind IVF, infertility, surrogacy, and the difficult decisions that come with protecting both your health and your dream of becoming a parent. She also opens up about undergoing awake brain surgery, overcoming the stigma of living with a neurological condition, healing from disordered eating, and how divorce, blended family life, and finding love again gave her the courage to embrace a completely new chapter.Subscribe to SHE MD Podcast for expert tips on PMOS, endometriosis, fertility, hormonal balance, mental health, and more. Share with friends and visit SHE MD website and Ovii for research-backed resources, holistic health strategies, and expert guidance on women's health and well-being.SponsorsProlon: Visit ProlonLife.com/SHEMD to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. Talkiatry: Head to Talkiatry.com/sheMD to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes.Alaya Naturals: Visit www.alayanaturals.com/SheMD and enter code SheMD at checkout for 20% off your order.Tuckernuck: Visit tnuck.com and use code SHEMD for 15% off your first purchase.Square: You can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/shemdWhat You'll LearnWhat a cavernous malformation (CVM) is and how it can affect pregnancy and neurological healthHow Jordana's first seizure led to a diagnosis that changed the course of her lifeWhy doctors advised her against carrying a pregnancyThe emotional and physical realities of IVF that aren't often discussedWhat the gestational surrogacy process actually looks like, from choosing a surrogate to legal agreements and deliveryWhy infertility evaluations should always include both partnersCommon misconceptions and stigma surrounding surrogacyWhat it's like to undergo awake brain surgery while doctors monitor language and brain functionHow Jordana managed a seizure disorder while building a demanding acting careerThe long-term impact of disordered eating and learning to build a healthier relationship with food and exerciseHow becoming a mother reshaped her perspective on control, trust, and vulnerabilityNavigating divorce, blended families, co-parenting, and finding love again after major life changesWhy speaking openly about women's health experiences helps break stigma for future generationsKey Timestamps00:00 Why Surrogacy Is Only Legal In 3 Countries01:03 Meet Jordana Brewster, Actress, Mom And Survivor03:39 When Jordana Decided She Wanted To Be A Mom04:36 The Brain Diagnosis That Changed Everything06:30 Living With A Seizure Disorder In Hollywood09:03 The Breakthrough Seizures That Forced A Decision10:11 What Awake Brain Surgery Actually Feels Like12:08 Six Years Seizure Free After The Surgery12:36 Overhauling Her Entire Life In 202015:43 The Stigma Around Surrogacy And What People Get Wrong17:02 Finding The Right Surrogate And Trusting Your Gut19:36 The IVF Journey And Why It Is Never A Slam Dunk22:08 The Hardest Part Of Surrogacy Nobody Talks About24:44 The Birth Story And Being In The Delivery Room26:29 Why She Didn't Take Maternity Leave And Regrets It27:37 Stop Ignoring The Man's Role In Fertility31:43 Finding Love Again And Blending A Family Of Six34:34 How To Successfully Navigate A Blended Family46:37 Losing Paul Walker And How She Honors His Legacy48:19 What She Would Tell Her Younger SelfKey TakeawaysA cavernous malformation (CVM) is a vascular condition in the brain that can cause seizures and may make pregnancy high-risk for some patientsIVF and gestational surrogacy are complex medical processes that often require multiple specialists, legal protections, and emotional resilienceFertility evaluations should include both partners, as male-factor infertility is a significant contributor to difficulty conceivingAwake brain surgery allows surgeons to monitor critical brain functions, such as speech, while safely removing lesions located near essential areas of the brainOpen conversations about infertility, surrogacy, neurological conditions, and mental health can help reduce stigma and encourage others to seek careGuest Bio: Jordana BrewsterJordana Brewster's beauty and natural screen presence has etched her a permanent place in Hollywood in both film and television. Jordana can most recently be seen in the independent feature THE PIRATE KING, which premiered at the 2026 SXSW Film Festival. She will next be seen as ‘Kat' in the upcoming Prime Video series BISHOP. Jordana is best known for her work in the FAST & FURIOUS franchise which stands at over $7 billion worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing film series globally. The franchise is celebrating its 25th Anniversary since this original film this year which recently screened at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival and was named a “Cannes Classic.” She can also be seen starring in the Sony feature HEART EYES with Devon Sawa and Olivia Holt, which released Feb 7, 2025. Jordana also starred in the thriller CELLAR DOOR with Scott Speedman and Laurence Fishburne, which was released by Lionsgate in November 2024. On television, Jordan played the role of ‘Denise Brown' in Ryan Murphy's Emmy award winning series “American Crime Story”. She also starred on the FOX series “Lethal Weapon,” TNT's “Dallas,” and ABC's ”Secrets and Lies” opposite Juliette Lewis and Michael Ealy.In between shooting the F&F franchise, Jordana attended and graduated from Yale University. She is fluent in Portuguese.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Matty and his husband Ryan went to their first surrogacy seminar, and looked into what it could mean for their future. Matty McLean and PJ Harding are New Zealand’s warmest, most unpredictable drive show - perfect for the commute, the school run or whenever you need something to laugh about on the way home! They’re live on The Hits nationwide every weekday afternoon from 3-7pm. Listen to the live show on iHeartRadio Click follow so you never miss an episode! Follow us on Instagram @thehitsdrive | Facebook @thehitsdrive See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hey Heal Squad! This Throwback Thursday is a meaningful one. This week marks Athena's 3rd birthday, so we're bringing back the episode that tells the incredible story of how she came into our lives. Maria and Kev sit down with their surrogate, her husband, and the team who helped make their dream of becoming parents a reality. Together, they share the emotional highs and lows of the surrogacy journey, the lessons they learned about trust, faith, and letting go of fear, and the unexpected bond that formed between their two families along the way. They also discuss the realities of surrogacy, what intended parents and surrogates wish more people understood about the process, and how compassion, communication, and genuine human connection can transform the experience for everyone involved. Maria also opens up about receiving a shocking health diagnosis during the pregnancy and the perspective it gave her on family, gratitude, and what truly matters most. This episode is a powerful reminder that families are built in many different ways, and that sometimes life's greatest blessings arrive after its hardest chapters.! Join us at our Canyon Ranch 2026 Retreat: https://www.canyonranch.com/lenox/retreats/heal-retreat-maria-menounos HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy's Page: https://stylecrew.macys.com/@mariamenounos EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.
Donal and Fr Eamonn open with Senator Ronan Mullen's recent Oireachtas questioning of RTÉ Director General Kevin Backhurst on the broadcaster's approach to surrogacy coverage — including a moment where an AI search described a named RTÉ presenter as “an advocate” for legalization, prompting Backhurst to suggest the problem might lie with AI rather than […] L'articolo Hope in the Media – Surrogacy in the Seanad and Priests Mental Health – Fr. Eamonn McCarthy & Dónal O'Sullivan-Latchford proviene da Radio Maria.
This week, we're marking Father's Day with a very special episode as we welcome Adam Frisby and Jamie Corbett to the studio!They join Gi to share their remarkable journey to parenthood, including the moment their first surrogate withdrew from the process, how their own childhoods shaped the parents they wanted to be, and the joy of welcoming their beautiful baby Leven to the world.Adam and Jamie also open up about the public scrutiny they've faced as a same-sex couple starting a family, and why they're advocating for surrogacy law reform to better recognise intended parents from birth.You can learn more about Adam and Jamie's petition to change surrogacy law here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Joy of Life Surrogacy is a California-based agency dedicated to helping families grow through compassionate, ethical, and personalized surrogacy journeys. Built on trust, transparency, and real human connection, the agency supports both intended parents and surrogates every step of the way, from first questions to final moments of bringing a child into the world. What makes Joy of Life different is its people-first approach. Every journey is treated with care, respect, and emotional understanding, because this isn't just a process, it's life-changing for everyone involved. Connect with Joy of Life: Website: https://joyoflife.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoyofLife2017 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyoflifesurrogacy/?hl=en Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joyoflifesurrogacy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joyoflifesurrogacy9451
Today's guest is Cory Allen—a former police officer, longtime U.S. Secret Service Agent who spent years protecting Michelle Obama, author, dad, and advocate for LGBTQ+ family building.You may know Cory from his memoir, Breaking Free, where he shared his journey as a gay Secret Service Agent. Now he's written a children's book called Dada Takes a Trip, inspired by the very real emotions that come with leaving your child behind for a work trip—and helping kids understand that love doesn't disappear just because a parent is away.In this episode, Cory opens up about his path to parenthood through surrogacy, the losses and challenges he and his husband faced along the way, and what it's been like building their family. Cory and Ali also talk about fatherhood, vulnerability, the highs and lows of surrogacy, and why he believes more men should feel comfortable talking about their emotions.For more, go to https://www.coryallenbooks.com/IG: @authorcoryallenEPISODE SPONSORS: THE WORK OF ART BOOK SERIESAli's Children's Book Series about IVF, IUI and Family Building Through Assisted Reproductive Technology https://www.infertileafgroup.com/booksThe 3-book bundle is now just $49 (normally $79)!The latest book in the Work of ART series, “You Are a Work of ART," is for every kiddo born through ART -- and the people who love them.PHERDALIG: @pherdal_sciencePherDal is the world's first and only FDA-cleared, sterile, at-home insemination kit designed to help people build their families in the comfort of home. Created by parents who've been there, PherDal is safe, simple, and affordable—putting more options in your hands as you grow your family. Explore at PherDal.com.Go to PherDal.com today and use code INFERTILEAF for $10 off.CARAWAYCaraway cookware is beautiful, first of all — like, actually gorgeous sitting on your stove — but it also makes cooking feel easier and less stressful.Visit carawayhome.com to take an additional 10% off your next purchase using code INFERTILEAF at checkout.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Summer is finally here, and Jared and Jordana are feeling the relief after what felt like New York's longest winter. They dive into the realities of parenting twins, why single parents deserve way more credit, and the surprising story of Olympic champion Alysa Liu's father choosing surrogacy and solo parenthood. Plus, Chelsea Handler publicly calls Bobby Flay a bad date after he ordered room service and left her with the bill, sparking an "Icky or Picky" debate. Then, a listener's daughter's serious boyfriend says he's "all in" but refuses to meet the parents. Is it normal after a recent divorce, or a red flag? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder welcome Josh Wood, Executive Director of Them Before Us, a nonprofit giving children a voice in cultural and legislative conversations that too often prioritize adult desires over kids' needs. What is Them Before Us? Founded in response to the 2012–2015 cultural shift around same-sex marriage, Them Before Us uses social science research to make the case that children consistently flourish best with their married, biological mother and father — and that every departure from that, whether through divorce, surrogacy, or same-sex households, carries real costs for kids that culture has been too quick to dismiss. Surrogacy vs. Adoption & the viral "Mama" video: Josh draws a sharp distinction between adoption, which tries to heal a child's loss, and surrogacy, which deliberately inflicts it. The conversation also unpacks a viral video of a baby raised by a same-sex couple instinctively crying out "Mama" — and what it reveals about children's biological and emotional needs. How you can help: Follow and share @ThemBeforeUs on social media, read the blog at thembeforus.substack.com, support their work financially, engage your legislators, and start close to home — model a strong, sacrificial marriage for the children already in your life. Learn more at thembeforeus.com Episode Contributors Julie Nelson, Chris Magruder, Josh Wood #CatholicWomenNow #ThemBeforeUs #ChildrensRights #ProChild #CatholicRadio #IowaCatholicRadio #FamilyFirst #DefendTheFamily #CatholicMoms #SurrogacyVsAdoption #MarriageAndFamily #CatholicFaith #HolyBoldness #ProtectChildren #NaturalFamily Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian MoncadaCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonMaking It Personal with Bishop William JoensenMan Up! with Joe StopulosSunday Dive with Katie PatrizioThe Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo BonnerThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Save 10% on your next Fleshlight with promo code PRIVATE10 at fleshlight.com. For the 262nd episode of Private Parts Unknown, host Courtney Kocak welcomes scholar, feminist writer, and author Sophie Lewis. Known for provocative books like Full Surrogacy Now, Abolish the Family, and Enemy Feminisms, Sophie challenges some of our most deeply held assumptions about pregnancy, parenthood, caregiving, and who a child belongs to. In this episode, we dive into the physical realities and risks of pregnancy, the ethics of surrogacy, reproductive labor under capitalism, and why Lewis believes our ideas about family and biological ownership deserve a closer look. We also discuss maternal mortality, the future of reproductive care, children's rights, and the surprisingly real possibility of birth strikes and artificial womb technology. For more from today's guest, Sophie Lewis: Buy Sophie's book Fully Surrogacy Now Preorder Sophie's new book Femmephilia Follow Sophie on Instagram @reproutopia Check out Sophie's website lasophielle.org Get your copy of Girl Gone Wild from Bookshop.org or Amazon. Psst, Courtney has an 0nIyFan$, which is a horny way to support the show: onlyfans.com/cocopeepshow Private Parts Unknown is a proud member of the Pleasure Podcast network. This episode is brought to you by: VB Health offers doctor-formulated sexual health supplements designed to elevate your sex life. Their lineup includes Soaking Wet, a blend of vitamins and probiotics that support vaginal health; Load Boost, which promotes male fertility and enhances semen volume and taste; and Drive Boost, formulated to increase libido and sexual desire for all genders. Visit vb.health and use code PRIVATE for 10% off. Our Sponsor, FLESHLIGHT, can help you reach new heights with your self-pleasure. Fleshlight is the #1 selling male sex toy in the world. Looking for your next pocket pal? Save 10% on your next Fleshlight with Promo Code: PRIVATE10 at fleshlight.com. STDCheck.com is the leader in reliable and affordable lab-based STD testing. Just go to ppupod.com, click STDCheck, and use code Private to get $10 off your next STI test. Explore yourself and say yes to self-pleasure with Lovehoney. Save 15% off your next favorite toy from Lovehoney when you go to lovehoney.com and enter code AFF-PRIVATE at checkout. https://linktr.ee/PrivatePartsUnknownAds If you love this episode, please leave us a 5-star rating and sexy review! Psst... sign up for the Private Parts Unknown newsletter for bonus content related to our episodes! privatepartsunknown.substack.com Let's be friends on social media! Follow the show on Instagram @privatepartsunknown and Twitter @privatepartsun. Connect with host Courtney Kocak @courtneykocak on Instagram and Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In Ask Away #35, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe warmly engages with practical Purim-related and foundational questions. He clarifies customs around Megillah readings, candle lighting, the Machatzit Hashekel (The Half-Shekel) for charity, and proper times for private readings. He addresses sensitive modern topics like surrogacy and Jewish identity, as well as the sanctity and care of Torah scrolls, Tefillin (phylacteries), and Mezuzos — including risks from heat, water, or cold.Rabbi Wolbe offers compassionate halachic guidance for those with medical conditions like diabetes regarding fasting, and delivers inspiring teachings on recognizing Hashem's hand in all events — from personal life to geopolitics and recent miracles in Israel's conflicts. He emphasizes Jewish pride rooted in gratitude to Hashem, the importance of attributing success to divine providence rather than human strength, and the eternal Jewish connection to the Land of Israel and the Temple Mount. The episode blends halacha, encouragement, and a call to celebrate Purim joyfully while deepening awareness of Hashem's constant presence.Please submit your questions at askaway@torchweb.org_____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on March 1, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 3, 2026_____________Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Everyday Judaism PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-judaism-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1600622789Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXCNcyKSVsaOLsLQsCN1CShare your questions at askaway@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content. _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life. To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#AskAway, #Torah, #Halacha, #Q&A, #Jewish, #Halacha, #EverydayJudaism, #MegillahReading, #ThirdTemple, #HandOfHashem, #JewishSovereignty, #Surrogacy ★ Support this podcast ★
ITALIAN, FOR SURE | Italian Culture Guide via Conversations with Italians in Italy
In Italy, without a comma in-between a first name and a middle name [e.g. Catrin, Austin], the two names become one, legally binding first name [e.g. Catrin Austin]. Did you know that? Or how about the fact that a woman cannot legally thaw eggs she's had frozen in Italy to use them unless she is in a documented heterosexual relationship; Blows your mind, right?* Join the ITALIAN, FOR SURE Trip to Italy! https://italianforsurepodcast.beehiiv.com *Milanese local Giulia Lavinia Futura Baroni and host Catrin Austin Skaperdas have an entertaining and uncensored conversation about Italian culture inclusive of:Middle NamesPopular Given Names, like Giulia: If you grew up in Italy during the 1990s, half of your friends were named Giulia.Religion in a Modern Society: While Italian-Americans fiercely preserve old-school Catholic traditions, modern young families in Northern Italy are increasingly raising their kids completely detached from the Church.Dating, Sex, and Circumcision: An unfiltered look into Italy's view regarding sexual culture, dating rules, and modern intimacy.Fashion in Milan: Milanese fashion is effortless elegance.Egg Freezing: We look at the practical, emotional, and financial realities of freezing your eggs in Italy.Surrogacy: Surrogacy is illegal in Italy.Italian Food: Why Italians don't all balloon in weight despite eating pasta and pizza nearly daily comes down to ingredient quality, processing standards, and walking culture.Trigger Warning: This episode contains open conversations regarding sex, anatomy, and reproductive topics.Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The views expressed are personal experiences and opinions of non-healthcare professionals. Always consult a qualified medical professional for any health-related questions or treatments.Recording Date: This episode was recorded in 2024. All personal reflections reflect the timeline of recording.Chapters:00:02:08 Intro00:03:32 Middle names in Italy00:08:15 Common given names in Italy00:14:35 Religion in Italy00:23:47 Dating in Italy00:39:17 Sex in Italy00:43:30 Circumcision: Italy vs U.S.00:47:19 Fashion in Milan, Italy00:54:28 Egg freezing in Italy00:58:38 Surrogacy in Italy01:00:56 Italian food01:05:23 OutroThis interview of ITALIAN, FOR SURE is available to watch on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube, and available to listen-only everywhere else you can get podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In Ask Away #35, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe warmly engages with practical Purim-related and foundational questions. He clarifies customs around Megillah readings, candle lighting, the Machatzit Hashekel (The Half-Shekel) for charity, and proper times for private readings. He addresses sensitive modern topics like surrogacy and Jewish identity, as well as the sanctity and care of Torah scrolls, Tefillin (phylacteries), and Mezuzos — including risks from heat, water, or cold.Rabbi Wolbe offers compassionate halachic guidance for those with medical conditions like diabetes regarding fasting, and delivers inspiring teachings on recognizing Hashem's hand in all events — from personal life to geopolitics and recent miracles in Israel's conflicts. He emphasizes Jewish pride rooted in gratitude to Hashem, the importance of attributing success to divine providence rather than human strength, and the eternal Jewish connection to the Land of Israel and the Temple Mount. The episode blends halacha, encouragement, and a call to celebrate Purim joyfully while deepening awareness of Hashem's constant presence.Please submit your questions at askaway@torchweb.org_____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on March 1, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 3, 2026_____________Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Everyday Judaism PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-judaism-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1600622789Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXCNcyKSVsaOLsLQsCN1CShare your questions at askaway@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content. _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life. To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#AskAway, #Torah, #Halacha, #Q&A, #Jewish, #Halacha, #EverydayJudaism, #MegillahReading, #ThirdTemple, #HandOfHashem, #JewishSovereignty, #Surrogacy ★ Support this podcast ★
Welcome to Fertility & Sterility Roundtable, hosted by Dr. Emily Barnard and Dr. Ben Peipert! Each week, we will host a discussion with the authors of "Views and Reviews" and "Fertile Battle" articles published in a recent issue of Fertility & Sterility. Today, we will be discussing the Fertile Battle episode from the April 2026 edition of Fertility and Sterility entitled "Is Concurrent Gestational Surrogacy an Ethical Practice?" Concurrent surrogacy involves two gestational carriers being engaged simultaneously—or whose pregnancies overlap—to allow a single intended parent or couple to have children born without the usual spacing between births Dr. Michelle Bayefsky is a second year Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellow at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She has written a book and more than 30 peer-reviewed papers on issues related to reproductive ethics and fertility preservation. She is currently a member of the ASRM Ethics Committee. For the purposes of this discussion, Dr. Bayefsky authored the Pro side of the argument that concurrent gestational surrogacy is an ethical practice. Dr. Caroline Violette is a second year Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility Fellow at Brown University. Prior to fellowship, Dr. Violette obtained her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Southern California. Her research interests include oncofertility and addressing healthcare disparities related to access to fertility treatment in the United States. For the purposes of this discussion, Dr. Violette authored the "con" side of the argument that these concurrent surrogacy arrangements are unethical. Dr. Arthur Caplan is a Professor and founding head of the Division of Medical Ethics at NYU School of Medicine in New York City. Dr. Caplan has served on a number of national and international committees, including chair of the Advisory Committee to the United Nations on Human Cloning, a member of the advisory committee to the International Olympic Committee on genetics and gene therapy, and co-director of the Joint Council of Europe/United Nations Study on Trafficking in Organs and Body Parts. He is the author or editor of thirty-five books and over 890 papers in peer reviewed journals. Dr. Caplan authored the pro side of the argument. Read the Fertile Battle from Volume 125, Issue 4 p598-604 in the April 2026 issue View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/
#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateHeart to Hands' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hearttohandssurrogacy?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==She signed a surrogacy contract the night before embryo transfer even after a brand-new attorney told her not to and the story only gets more real from there. We're joined by Adrienne Black, a retired surrogate with decades in family building, founder and CEO of Heart to Hands Surrogacy, and acting president of SEEDS (Society for Ethics in Egg Donation and Surrogacy). Adrienne takes us back to the early days when resources were scarce, agencies were hit-or-miss, and “you don't know what you don't know” could put a surrogate and her family at risk. We talk through the big shifts in IVF and embryology, including how genetic testing and single embryo transfer have changed outcomes and expectations. Adrienne also shares what she's learned about intended parents' vulnerability, the power imbalance that can show up in surrogacy, and why the best journeys happen when the surrogate and intended parents are supported as one unit. If you're researching a surrogacy agency, becoming a surrogate, or starting as an intended parent, this conversation gives you concrete questions to ask about contracts, screening timelines, education, and who is really protecting your interests. Then we zoom out to the industry-level view: private equity, changing legislation, and why surrogacy can't “fly under the radar” anymore. Adrienne explains what SEEDS does, how ethical standards are evolving across agencies and escrow, and why professionalism matters for every child's origin story. Links we mention include Heart to Hands Surrogacy, Adrienne's YouTube channel Surrogacy Queen, and our sponsor US Surrogacy LLC at us-surrogacy.com. Subscribe, share this with someone considering surrogacy, and leave a review with the question you want us to tackle next. Learn more:• Heart to Hands Surrogacy: https://hearttohandssurrogacy.com/• SEEDS: https://seedsethics.org/Send us Fan Mailhttps://stopsitsurrogate.com
#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Sara's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surrornsara?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Sophia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiaawohl?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== A surrogacy journey can look perfect on paper and still fall apart in real life if nobody talks about boundaries. We're Kenedi and Ellen, and we're joined by repeat guests Sophia (experienced surrogate and agency owner) and Sara (currently on her second journey) to get brutally practical about what boundaries actually mean when you're living it: match calls with strangers, vulnerable medical appointments, emotional setbacks like failed transfers, and the high-stakes intensity of delivery day.We compare how “old school” surrogacy often treated carriers like a vessel with little control, then move into what healthy boundaries look like now, especially in the hospital. Sara shares what it means to be the patient first, how labor and delivery teams protect the birthing space, and why simple consent practices like introductions and limiting observers matter. We also talk about ongoing communication, how to leave room for expectations to change, and how mutual respect makes boundaries easier because you aren't constantly policing basic decency.Then we get into the modern headache nobody can ignore: social media. Do you follow each other, post bump updates, share ultrasounds, or keep everything offline? We cover oversharing risks, accidental privacy leaks (names, DOB, clinic info), and how to ask for consent without making it awkward. Finally, we address agency boundaries, HIPAA and medical record access, and the questions every surrogate should ask before signing anything, including how much an agency is involved and who they're really representing.If you found this helpful, subscribe, share it with someone considering surrogacy, and leave a review so more intended parents and surrogates can find these real-world tips.Send us Fan Mailhttps://stopsitsurrogate.com
Auckland parents Emma and Travis Lehman welcomed baby Lila into their family a year ago, but their journey to parenthood was far from conventional. Unable to carry a child herself, Travis's sister offered to become their surrogate. She lives in the United States where it seems surrogacy is more commonplace. Here in New Zealand there are calls for reform of our surrogacy laws, with the Law Commission saying they are not fit for purpose. Emma shares her experience through her podcast 'Surro tales' which aims to support others navigating surrogacy.
Did you know that by age 32, women may have already lost up to 90% of their eggs? For decades, women have been told they can “have it all” — career success, love, family, and freedom. But few are told how fertility and biology truly fit into that equation.In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome leading reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Jaime Knopman, Director of Fertility Preservation at CCRM New York, and co-author of the new book Own Your Fertility: From Egg Freezing to Surrogacy, How to Take Charge of Your Body and Your Future.Dr. Knopman breaks down what every woman needs to understand about fertility, infertility, egg freezing, delayed motherhood, reproductive health, and the biological clock. She challenges the myths and misinformation surrounding women's fertility and explains why understanding your options earlier can empower women to make informed decisions without fear, shame, or regret.A nationally recognized fertility expert, cancer survivor, and mother of two, Dr. Knopman has been featured in Oprah Daily, Vogue, Women's Health, Wired, NBC News, and more.In this episode, learn: • Why fertility is not fair to women • What causes infertility • The myths surrounding infertility and egg freezing • What women should know before delaying motherhood • The reality of the biological clock • Fertility preservation and reproductive options• Workplace options that may pay for the freezing of eggs• The emotional and cultural pressure surrounding “having it all” • Why women deserve honest fertility education earlier in lifeIf you are thinking about motherhood now or in the future or simply want honest information about women's health and fertility, this conversation could change the way you think about your future.www.drjaimeknopman.comwww.womenroadwarriors.comwww.womenspowernetwork.net#Fertility #EggFreezing #Infertility #WomensHealth #BiologicalClock #ReproductiveHealth #DelayedMotherhood #FertilityAwareness #DrJaimeKnopman #ShelleyJohnson #KathyTuccaro #WomenRoadWarriors
Send us Fan MailLexi Ellingsworth, co-founder of Stop Surrogacy Now UK, joined us at the Derby Women's Festival in May 2026 - an event organised by the Women's Rights Network Derby and Staffordshire group.Lexi was here to tell us why we should ban all forms of surrogacy and what people can do to work towards this aim. Lexi spoke on ‘Surrogacy - Erasing Mothers: the exploitation of women and denial of the mother baby dyad.'The festival speakers were able to debate the issues with the audience and listen to talks by Stephanie Davies-Arai from Transgender Trend, Ruth Lewis from MoMa Breastfeeding, Sorcha Nic Lochlainn from The Countess, Jennifer Gourley from Protect and Teach and Kathleen Richardson Author of Sex Robots - The end of love, Professor of Ethics and Culture of Robots and AI at Leicester's De Montfort University Find Stop Surrogacy Now on X @WombsNotForRent and for further information take a look at the website https://stopsurrogacynowuk.org/ #DerbyWomensFestivalIf you enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to hear more, go to womensrights.network/wrn-podcast to listen, download and subscribe to more of our episodes. And if you'd like to join our conversations, go to womensrights.network/join-wrn
#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Sara's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/surrornsara?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Meghan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghan.bestlife?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Quick clarification/correction: During this episode, I mistakenly mixed up my wording regarding mitochondrial donation. The donated genetic material discussed is mitochondrial DNA, not nuclear DNA. My apologies for the confusion, and thank you for the grace as we continue learning and having these important conversations around IVF and reproductive medicine.
This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by Congressman Dusty Johnson to discuss U.S.-China trade, rare earth minerals, energy policy, gas prices, South Dakota agriculture, data centers, and his campaign for governor. Then, Noah Rothman joins the show to discuss his new book, Blood and Progress: A Century of Left-Wing Violence, and explains why he believes left-wing political violence has often been downplayed, excused, or mischaracterized in American discourse. Next, Chuck Flint, President and CEO of the Alliance for IRS Accountability, breaks down a new national poll on taxpayer concerns, including unrealized gains taxes, IRS asset appraisals, customer service failures, and proposals to reform the agency. Plus, B's Crime Corner debuts its new jingle and covers the tragic 2007 murders of Channon Christian and Christopher Newsom, along with an update on the Alex Murdaugh case and the Supreme Court's decision to overturn his conviction. Finally, comedian and commentator Lou Perez joins the program to discuss a disturbing legal case involving a convicted child sex offender who was reportedly able to father a child through surrogacy, raising serious questions about gaps in current laws, parental rights, and child protection. Follow the guests: Congressman Dusty Johnson: @RepDustyJohnson Noah Rothman: @NoahCRothman Chuck Flint: @ChuckAFlint Lou Perez: @LouPerez Tune in to Breaking Battlegrounds, the radio show covering the latest news, politics, culture, crime, and the stories shaping America. Catch Breaking Battlegrounds live on 960 AM in Phoenix every Saturday at 9:00 AM, with full episodes and exclusive podcast-only segments dropping every Friday wherever you get your podcasts or watch on Youtube. Stay connected with Breaking Battlegrounds: • Substack: https://substack.com/@breakingbattlegrounds • Website: https://breakingbattlegrounds.vote • News: https://breakingbattlegrounds.news • X: https://x.com/breaking_battle • Instagram: @breakingbattlegrounds • Facebook: Breaking Battlegrounds
Send us Fan MailBuilding a family shouldn't feel like a financial guessing game.This week, we're sitting down with Kelly Ellison, MBA, Founder and COO of GGR Group LLC and VESTA for Families, who's spent over 25 years helping families navigate adoption, surrogacy, and nontraditional paths to parenthood.After adopting her daughter from China, Kelly saw firsthand just how overwhelming and expensive the process can be and made it her mission to help families do it smarter, with clarity and support.In this conversation, we're breaking down what most people don't talk about.We cover the real costs behind adoption and surrogacy, why so many families waste money before choosing the right path, and how to actually plan financially so you don't have to start over.Kelly reminds us that there's no one-size-fits-all plan when it comes to building a family. But there is a smarter way to approach it. Join us for next week's Money Talks “Considering Adoption? Financial Planning for Growing Your Family”. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions! Follow & connect with Kelly Ellison:WebsiteLinkedIn Instagram @vestaforfamilies Want to take this conversation one step further? Join us for our next Money Talks, a free 30 minute live session where we'll dig into a question we hear all the time from women business owners: Budgeting for Businesses to Offer Benefits. Click here to register for FREE and bring your questions! Follow & connect with us!Website Facebook PageFacebook groupInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeReddit ResourcesHave questions? Click this to check out our expert Q&A for tips from industry experts, tailored to help women address their most common financial concerns. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive financial tips delivered weekly here!...
On this episode of “The Kylee Cast,” Katy Faust, a children's rights advocate, author, and founder of Them Before Us, joins Federalist Managing Editor Kylee Griswold to talk about The Seattle Times' front-page hit piece on her — on Mother's Day — for the crime of defending the rights of children and daring to oppose Obergefell. Kylee and Katy dissect the shoddy piece of journalism, discuss how one bad SCOTUS decision redefined parentage by redefining marriage, and share what Christians can expect in the fight for kids' rights.Listen to Katy and Kylee's previous episode about IVF, surrogacy, and divorce here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLvWCQL9DKoRead Katy's article on The Seattle Times' hit piece here: https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/14/in-its-hit-piece-on-me-seattle-times-proves-im-right-about-obergefell/Follow Katy on X: https://x.com/Katy_FaustThe Federalist Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate. Your support keeps us going.
The Tenpenny Files – Emma Waters examines how cultural pressure around career, independence, and identity shapes marriage, motherhood, birth rates, and surrogacy. She connects personal choices to policy concerns, including contracts, citizenship, and family formation, while drawing from biblical wisdom and her book Lead Like Jael to explain what women are not being told...
The global fertility and surrogacy industry has exploded into a multibillion‑dollar business — but at what cost? This episode takes a hard look at the booming world of IVF, egg donation, embryo selection, and gestational surrogacy, revealing how human reproduction has become a commercial marketplace driven by profit, technology, and demand. Using real data and firsthand accounts, we explore how fertility clinics, donor networks, and surrogacy agencies operate, why the market has grown so rapidly, and the ethical questions surrounding embryo disposal, sex selection, donor anonymity, and the emotional toll on surrogate mothers and children. We also break down the financial incentives behind “Big Fertility,” the rise of surrogacy subsidies, and how the industry markets itself to couples — including LGBTQ couples — seeking biological children through assisted reproduction. If you’re interested in the business, ethics, and future of human reproduction, this episode offers a deep, unfiltered look at the fertility economy and the consequences no one wants to talk about. 00:00 - Intro00:15 - The Family Unit04:20 - The Dangers of Surrogacy11:45 - Same Gender Couples and Surrogacy22:30 - The "Booming" Business of Surrogacy LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new YouTube episodes: https://youtube.com/@DDGShow?si=tZi5Z75O166RwXEX Watch full clips of the Danielle Gill Show here:https://rumble.com/c/DanielleDsouzaGill/videos?e9s=src_v1_cmd Find the full audio show wherever you get your podcasts:Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-danielle-gill-show/id1879812724 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3x6hMKFn1roWyzLzednxXL?si=nhZG0TauTOmkWBo_ieFhcw Follow Danielle Gill on all social platforms:X - https://x.com/danielledsouzag?s=21&t=EDXtjHM__JNF18166lWkTQInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/danielledsouzagillFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/share/14YvjS1Umni/?mibextid=wwXIfrTruth Social - https://truthsocial.com/@danielledsouzagillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Emily Jaminet joins to talk about the upcoming Consecration of the United States on June 11th. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk looks over surrogacy and IVF, discussing the long term affect on children. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at the importance of happiness in our faith life, Newman Guide News welcomes Kelly Salomon and special guest Dr. Jonathan Sanford from the University of Dallas
#surrogacy #ivf #surrogate Amanda's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandas.progression?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Rachel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlsoven?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== “Why don't they just adopt?” gets thrown at intended parents and surrogates like it's a simple fix. We slow that down and tell the truth: adoption and surrogacy can both lead to a child, but the process, the power dynamics, the legal risk, and the lifelong identity questions are not the same thing. We're joined by two guests who bring real lived experience to the table. Amanda is a mom, stepmom to adoptees, and a surrogate mom, with a front-row seat to how foster care adoption can be loving and still incredibly complicated. Rachel is a surrogate and an adoptee who found out she was adopted at 17, and she does not sugarcoat what it feels like when strangers try to assign you “trauma” or tell you who your “real” family is. Together, we talk open adoption vs closed adoption, the reality that “open” is often not legally binding, and how reunion can be healing and messy at the same time. We also get practical about the stuff nobody warns you about: missing medical history, sealed records and amended birth certificates, and why surrogacy often has more structure around expectations, consent, and support. We push back on the “selling babies” myth, unpack how celebrity narratives distort surrogacy, and explain why adoption is not some free, easy alternative. If you care about ethical family building, adoption ethics, gestational surrogacy, and honest origin stories for kids, this conversation will stick with you. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs a better framework than hot takes, and leave us a review with the biggest myth you want us to tackle next.Send us Fan Mailhttps://stopsitsurrogate.com
A women's reproductive health expert offers plain talk on the real limits of fertility and what women should understand before planning a pregnancy. Then, what does it really take to have a child when fertility does not come easily? Author Kathryn Blaze Baum reflects on IVF, surrogacy, miscarriage, and what she uncovered about the business and personal toll behind fertility treatment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Father Mitch Pacwa discusses the latest in the Middle-East on Cultural Connections. Dr. Monical Miller looks at the backlash that Shri Thanedar faces over dismissing the barbarity of abortion. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at how we overcome negativity and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk is our guest to talk surrogacy, IVF, and the long term effects it has on children.
Kevin and Bill discuss the $200 billion IVF industry—starting with news of a surrogate mother required to abort because the baby was missing two fingers. They talk about the 7:20 abortion rate…how selling baby parts naturally led to selling babies…the incredible number of children destroyed or put on ice through IVF…and how a third of surrogacy babies are trafficked to homosexual couples, where rates of sexual abuse are 3–4× higher.
Becca Tobin is sitting down with the woman literally carrying her baby… and yes, it's as emotional, complicated, and jaw-dropping as you think. Katie, Becca's surrogate, gets real about why she signed up for this, the judgment no one talks about, what it actually feels like to grow someone else's child (spoiler: it's not what you think), and all of the ups & downs of the journey (including the failed transfer and miscarriage). They talk “high-stakes babysitting,” delivery day, family, and “the Dad” of it all! Thanks for supporting our sponsors!Skylight Frames: Go to https://MySkylight.com/BABYGANG for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar.HERS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://forhers.com/babygang to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.Better Help: This podcast is sponsored by Better Help. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/BABYGANG See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What Does the Bible Say About Surrogacy?Chapters0:00 - Intro0:44 - What is surrogacy?6:18 - 1. God's design8:43 - 2. Christian ethics based on creation 9:59 - 3. The womb is not a rental space 11:57 - 4. Children as commodities 12:39 - 5. A key for same-sex couples13:31 - How do we respond? 14:18 - Final thoughts For more information visit Pastorvlad.org
Morning Wire speaks with Olivia Maurel, an anti-surrogacy advocate who was “commissioned” through the practice. Born in the United States, but raised by foreign parents, Maurel tells how her personal experience shaped her opposition to the global surrogacy industry. She exposes how surrogacy operates as a contract-driven marketplace that commodifies both women and children, and contends that no amount of regulation can address what she views as the core harm of intentionally separating a child from its birth mother. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.- - -Ep. 2755- - -Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3- - -Today's Sponsors:Pocket Hose - Text MORNING to 64000 for your 2 free gifts with the purchase of any Pocket Hose Ballistic hose. Fast Growing Trees - Visit https://fastgrowingtrees.com to get 20% off your first purchase when using the code WIRE at checkout.- - -Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacymorning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trending with Timmerie - Catholic Principals applied to today's experiences.
On this episode of Trending with Timmerie: Episode Guide Actress Elizabeth Banks’ IVF/ surrogacy journey(0:58) Risks for the Gestational Carrier(10:20) Answering: what tv and movies you let your kids watch? (22:44) Answering: What’s your go-to trick for getting out the door on time? (30:02) The price Jesus Christ pays for your life (37:48) The upcoming Sunday Mass readings (45:32) Resources mentioned : Child exploitation and surrogacy https://omny.fm/shows/trending-with-timmerie-catholic-principles-applied/the-business-of-child-exploitation Investigation launched into human egg trafficking ring: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-08/georgia-and-thailand-investigate-human-egg-trafficking-ring/104912976 ScreenStrong https://screenstrong.org/
Let's talk about what happens when culture starts redefining truth.Today I'm tackling a tough issue—surrogacy and the commodification of children—then answering your questions on marriage and money, feeling stuck in your faith, staying grounded when others deconstruct, and raising kids in an AI-driven world.Truth still matters—hold the line.Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcastInstagram | @heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday
Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin, Pastor Nathan Brown, and Pastor Daniel Hayworth walk through the biggest headlines of the week with biblical clarity. This Culture Review covers Trump's multi-generational Iran strategy, the Pope's controversial war comments, the disturbing gay surrogacy video going viral, James Carville's plan for Democrats, Virginia's gerrymandering push, and Allie Beth Stuckey's interview with David French.Hear why generational thinking beats the 24-hour news cycle, why the word "empathy" isn't in the Bible, and why silent pulpits are fueling America's cultural decline. Perfect for your commute, your workout, or your morning coffee.You'll Learn:✅ How to apply Psalm 127:3 and Romans 1 to today's headlines✅ Why commercial surrogacy commoditizes the image of God✅ How to spot a pastor "wearing Christianity like a skin suit"✅ Why Revelation 19 is the ultimate source of biblical hope and fearBooks and interviews referenced in this episode: The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan, and Allie Beth Stuckey's debate with David French on the Relatable podcast.Subscribe so you never miss a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday episode at 7 AM CT.
On this episode of “The Kylee Cast,” Josh Wood, executive director of Them Before Us, joins Federalist Managing Editor Kylee Griswold to discuss the viral video of two gay “dads” laughing as the child they commissioned via surrogate cries for “mama.” Plus, Kylee and Josh discuss adoption, natural rights, and the direct line from this heartbreaking video back to Obergefell.Follow Josh on X: https://x.com/J_K_WoodLearn more about Them Before Us here: https://thembeforeus.com/Learn more about the Greater Than campaign here: https://greaterthancampaign.com/The Federalist Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate. Your support keeps us going.
Surrogacy is often talked about in headlines or celebrity news, but rarely explained in a way that helps people truly understand the experience behind it. In this episode, I'm joined by surrogacy consultant Jessie Jaskulsky, founder of Surrogacy Simplified, to talk openly about what the surrogacy process actually looks like, the misconceptions that surround it, and the emotional reality many families face while trying to grow their family. Jessie shares her personal path through pregnancy loss, infertility, and ultimately two surrogacy journeys that helped her welcome her daughters. From navigating the logistics and cost to managing grief, uncertainty, and public judgment, this conversation brings compassion and clarity to a topic that is often misunderstood. In this episode, we discuss: What surrogacy actually means and the difference between gestational and traditional surrogacy Common misconceptions about why families pursue surrogacy Why public conversations about surrogacy can be filled with judgment and misinformation The emotional toll of infertility, pregnancy loss, and long fertility journeys How intended parents cope with uncertainty and lack of control during a surrogacy pregnancy What the financial reality of surrogacy can look like and ways families plan for it How to begin exploring surrogacy if it's something you're considering The bond between parents and babies born through surrogacy How friends and family can better support someone going through this process To connect with Jessie Jaskulksy follow her on Instagram @surrogacysimplified, check out all her resources at linktr.ee/surrogacysimplified You can also join her free Intended Parent Community: https://tally.so/r/mORv9A 00:00 Surrogacy, Stigma, and the Comments Families Shouldn't Face 02:00 What Most People Get Wrong About Surrogacy 05:49 Gestational Carrier vs Surrogate Explained Simply 08:07 The Real Reasons Families Turn to Surrogacy 10:16 Why Celebrity Surrogacy Stories Spark So Much Judgment 13:07 Infertility, Anxiety, and the Emotional Side of This Process 15:34 What Surrogacy Really Costs, and Why 22:11 The First Steps for Families Considering Surrogacy 25:22 The Hardest Part, Letting Go of Control 30:06 Bonding, Love, and the Truth About Surrogacy Babies Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter! And don't forget to follow @pedsdoctalkpodcast on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
New revelations are exposing serious concerns about America's largely unregulated surrogacy industry and raising urgent questions about children's rights, national security, and the commodification of life. In this episode, Katy Faust of Them Before Us breaks down the shocking cases, the legal loopholes behind them, and why she says the U.S. has become the world's “fertility destination.” Get the facts first with Morning Wire.- - -Ep. 2694- - -Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3- - -Today's Sponsors: ADF - Visit https://JoinADF.com/WIRE or text 'WIRE' to 83848 to learn more. Equip - Equip Foods; Equip's Prime Bar is a real food protein bar with nothing to hide: just 11 ingredients and 20g of clean protein - made from ingredients you can pronounce like collagen, beef tallow, colostrum, cocoa butter - and sweetened naturally with just date and honey. Bringing good, clean habits into 2026 is made simple with Equip. Morning Wire listeners will get 25% off one-time purchases, or 40% off first subscription orders for a limited time by heading to https://equipfoods.com/wire and using code WIRE at checkout.- - -Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacymorning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today Allie highlights Olympic figure skater Alysa Liu's incredible success while examining the ethical problems with IVF, surrogacy, and “designer babies” from a Christian perspective. She exposes the global surrogacy industry's darker side, including ties to China and the commodification of children, while insisting every child remains an image-bearer of God. Allie also celebrates Team USA's win over Canada in hockey and unpacks what healthy Christian patriotism should look like today. Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: https://sharethearrows.com Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://www.toxicempathy.com — Timecodes: (00:00) Intro (02:45) Alysa Liu (10:30) Adoption vs. Surrogacy (19:10) China & Surrogates (29:00) Designer Babies (35:30) USA Hockey (43:20) Embracing Patriotism (49:45) Biblical Response — Today's Sponsors: Good Ranchers | If you go to GoodRanchers.com and subscribe to any of their boxes of 100% American meat, you'll save up to $500 a year! Plus, if you use code ALLIE, you'll get an additional $25 off your first order. Legacy Box | Trust the experts to bring those moments back to life. Go to legacybox.com/ALLIE right now to take advantage of the 50% discount they are offering my listeners. Voice of the Martyrs | Visit VOM.org/Allie to get your free copy of "Hearts of Fire 2" today! EveryLife | Visit EveryLife.com and use promo code ALLIE10 to get 10% off your first order today! Alliance Defending Freedom | Go to JoinADF.com/Allie or text ALLIE to 83848 to encourage Gabby today. Holy Pals | Go to HolyPals.com and shop while it's still in stock. Use code ALLIE26 for 10% off. — Related Episodes: Ep 1308 | Frida Baby Exposed: The Truth Behind Its Sick Campaign https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1308-frida-baby-exposed-the-truth-behind-its-sick/id1359249098?i=1000751072088 Ep 1295 | The Sad Truth Behind Meghan Trainor's Surrogacy Story https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000747085607 Ep 1296 | Uncovered: Our Enemies Are Fueling Anti-ICE Protests | Peter Schweizer https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000747464982 — Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (and That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://www.alliebethstuckey.com Relatable merchandise: Use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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