Topic: Abortion

3 chapters across the catalog

87: Ye & They
1:30:36 - 1:34:40

87: Ye & They

Stacey Abrams, Abortion as Economics

Stacey Abrams appears on MSNBC arguing that abortion is an economic issue, suggesting that unwanted pregnancies lead to poverty and food stamp reliance. The hosts criticize this argument as "inhumane" and compare it to statements made by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen. They suggest Abrams was selected as a candidate to target specific demographics with this messaging.

84: More or Less
2:23 - 5:34

84: More or Less

Roe v. Wade Overturning and Historical Context

The discussion centers on the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, framing it as a study of power dynamics rather than a debate on abortion itself. Historical audio from 1973 provides context on the original ruling, which established a trimester framework for abortion access. The reversal is characterized as a significant shift in the legal landscape regarding women's rights and government control.

84: More or Less
1:40:08 - 1:43:48

84: More or Less

The Vatican and the Pope's "Double Speak"

The Vatican's response to the Roe v. Wade reversal is analyzed as a form of "1984 double speak." While the Vatican officially praised the "choosing of life," the hosts suggest Pope Francis's progressive leanings make the statement more complex and potentially contradictory. They argue that the reporting was designed to influence Christian perceptions of the ruling.