Ep. 32: Abortion Myth-busting with Dr. Meera Shah

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Ep. 32: Abortion Myth-busting with Dr. Meera Shah

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Nov 3, 2020

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Dr. Shah sits with the Kinswomen to discuss her new book "You're the Only One I've Told - The Stories Behind Abortion." She offers real talk about reproductive rights (that may seem radical, even to liberal women) and shares how Jainism influences her work.

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Nov 3, 2020

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Ep. 32: Abortion Myth-busting with Dr. Meera Shah

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