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Nurses For JusticeWeight Stigma in Nursing PracticeIn this episode we delve into weight stigma and size bias in health systems. We dispel some myths that equate a person’s body size with their health, and explore how nurses can mitigate the harms of these assumptions through research and practice. We are joined by two nurse-midwives who research, write, and practice at this intersection: Dr. Ellen Solis and Elizabeth Muñoz.Dr. Ellen Solis, DNP, CNM, FACNM (she/her) is a Teaching Professor at the University of Washington and the specialty director of the nurse-midwifery program and the Graduate Certificate in Sexual and...
2025-11-181h 04
Nurses For JusticeThriving Period. Advocating for Menstrual Equity in MississippiAsia Brown, a nursing student at Emory, co-founded a nonprofit called 601 for Period Equity, to promote menstrual equity and mitigate period shame in the Black community. Asia leads the nonprofit’s community pantry, Rosie's Pantry, which distributes essential hygiene products, diapers, and menstrual supplies to families in Vicksburg, Mississippi.Asia’s work in period equity and reproductive justice has garnered national attention, with features in The New York Times and NBC News. Asia has also served as a speaker and panelist for organizations such as CVS Health and Girls, Inc., where she continues to advocate for the inter...
2025-03-1428 min
Nurses For JusticeThe Menopausal MultiverseOmisade Burney-Scott (she/her) is a Black southern 7th generation native North Carolinian feminist, social justice advocate and creative with decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, philanthropy, and social justice. She is the Creator of the Black Girl’s Guide to Surviving Menopause, a multimedia culture and narrative shift reproductive justice project.
In today’s episode we dive into the menopausal multiverse. We talk about how to start conversations about aging and menopause in both clinical and personal spaces, and how to ensure these conversations center justice, inclusivity, and people’s lived experiences.Be sure to check o...
2024-10-1840 min
Nurses For JusticeDigital Abortion Suppression, the Tik Tok Ban, and Getting around Big Tech CensorshipIn this digital abortion suppression conversation, NSRH spoke to Martha Dimitratou, who works with several media advocacy groups like Women on Web, Plan C Pills, and Repro Uncensored.
The politicization of abortion at the hands of those in power has created numerous barriers to our ability to seek our reliable and accurate information. Repro Uncensored is a coalition of reproductive health and internet freedom organizations dedicated to combating digital censorship and suppression. Their mission is to ensure that everyone can access information about sexual and reproductive healthcare whenever they need it.
RU works closely with a...
2024-05-3132 min
Nurses For JusticeMedical Sexual Assault & Consent in Pelvic CareA'magine is a sexuality educator, speaker, writer, film-maker, and Gynecological Teaching Associate (GTA). Her award-winning film At Your Cervix, examines patient consent and bodily autonomy in gynecology and medical education, aiming to end unethical practices that harm both patients and medical students.
In this episode, we talk about consent in pelvic care, trauma-informed patient interactions, and steps towards improving ethics in medical education.
Content Warning: Today's episode describes medical sexual assault. Please be sure to take care of yourself in consuming this content, and to step away as needed.
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2024-05-1541 min
Nurses For JusticeReproductive Justice as Ministry: Navigating Faith in Abortion CareDr. DeShawn Taylor (MD) is a physician-activist whose work as an abortion provider in Arizona is deeply informed by her Christian faith. In her recent book, Undue Burden, she describes what it means to be a Black, Pro-Abortion, Christian doctor. She explores myths around pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting and interrogates faith amidst extremism and attacks on reproductive justice within U.S. healthcare systems. She envisions an “empowered future” where all people can access comprehensive, culturally-responsive, and antiracist reproductive health care irrespective of their particular “circumstances or zip code.”
Want to read Undue Burden? Purchase a copy here, and use this d...
2024-03-2237 min
Nurses For JusticeNSRH’s Abortion Nursing Corps: Influx of Patients to ‘Safe Havens’In this episode we’re joined by Heather Adams, a resident of NSRH’s Abortion Nursing Corps program. Heather is a family planning and ICU registered nurse with 10+ years of experience traveling in hospitals and clinics. Heather was matched with Trust Women in Wichita, Kansas in 2023 and decided to extend her time there by another 8 weeks!
She speaks to her experience, passion for providing abortion care, and the importance of travel abortion nursing programs in a post Roe political landscape. Tune in to hear a first-hand perspective of Nurses for Sexual and Reproductive Health’s Abortion Nursing Corps p...
2024-02-0926 min
Nurses For JusticeThe Climate Crisis is a Reproductive IssueIn this episode, Kelley Dennings with the Center for Biological Diversity speaks on the intersection of environmental and reproductive justice!
“Toxic chemicals can disrupt fertility and sperm counts and make it harder to avoid unplanned pregnancies due to changes in your menstrual cycle, causing at least the fertility awareness based method to be problematic, but other forms of birth control sometimes too can become unreliable. Environmental harm can cause high risk pregnancies, miscarriages, birth defects, preterm birth, low birth weight and can lead to breast cancer or difficulty breast and chest feeding.”
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2023-10-1924 min
Nurses For JusticeThe Abortion Project: Demystifying Abortion through Documentary PhotographyToday we are joined by award-winning documentary photographer Heather Whitten, who co-founded The Abortion Project which aims to demystify and destigmatize abortion through photography. Heather has been photographing in the birth space for over a decade and comes into abortion doula work after her own experience in 2019. Her work focuses on the intimacies and nuances of the times in people’s lives surrounding their pregnancy outcomes. Her work shines light on the realities and beauty of the processes experienced by her participants. She’s made it her mission to dispel feelings of fear, shame, ugliness, or dirtiness that society has cas...
2023-09-0616 min
Nurses For JusticeAmplifying Abortion Narratives and Destigmatizing Self-Managed AbortionDid you know that We Testify was conceived in Frida Kahlo’s backyard in Mexico City?
We sat down with Emma Hernández, the Communications Manager at We Testify, an organization that amplifies diverse abortion narratives and is shifting the way media understands abortion care.
Emma’s passion for abortion storytelling, especially for people of color, stems from her own multiple abortions. She also serves on the steering committee for the Abortion On Our Own Terms campaign!
Tune in to hear more about Emma’s journey and work within the abortion...
2023-08-1029 min
Nurses For JusticeFertility Technology: Author Interview with Dr. Donna J. DruckerIn this episode, we are joined by historian, author, and scholar, Donna J. Drucker. We spoke with Donna about her most recent book, Fertility Technology.
Donna is the assistant director of Scholarship and Research Development at the Columbia University School of Nursing. She holds a master in library science degree and PhD in history from Indiana University. She is the author of numerous articles, book reviews, and blog posts, along with four books: The Classification of Sex: Alfred Kinsey and the Organization of Knowledge (University of Pittsburgh Press, 2014), The Machines of Sex Research: Technology and the Politics...
2023-07-2022 min
Nurses For JusticeReproductive Health, Rights, & Justice in the LGBTQ+ CommunityHappy Pride! Regardless of the time of year, reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ rights are inextricable. Laws, policies, healthcare discrimination, and stigma negatively impact LGBTQ+ people's access to safe and comprehensive sexual & reproductive healthcare. Tune in to learn how SRH advocates and nurses can stand in support of LGBTQ+ patients and ensure they receive healthcare that is tailored to their individual needs.
In this episode, we’re joined by Mar Marqusee (they/them), who identifies as a non-binary/adopted/indigenous/queer individual and works as an LVN. Mar currently works at Essential Access Health, where their work focuses on...
2023-06-2322 min
Not So Random HouseIf You Give A Mouse A Cookie
Nick Ole is a young aspiring amateur professional, who has worn many hats during his 37 years on this good planet we like to call earth, although he has only had one official job. Originally born in Fiji, he moved to the European Union at the ripe old age of 12 to pursue his passion of becoming a traveling salesman. Although not what he envisioned, he made a small fortune selling corn flakes, accumulating enough money to not only pay his way out of an English prison, but also to buy a plane ticket back to Fiji before...
2023-06-1925 minNot So Random HouseThe Little Engine That Could
Dr Eliot Ignatius Rather, a self proclaimed Public Intellectual and Thought Leader, was born the youngest of 5 in Wamsutter, Wyoming, on his parent's goat farm. Young Eliot's agricultural skills never flourished, so to speak, so he tried his hand at education. He succeeded greatly, according to himself. He theoretically received honors at New Oslo State University A and M, double majoring in Critical Antipatriarchal Literature and Religious Fusion while minoring in Leisure Education. He has self published several books described as non instant classics, including The Constantinopolitan Congregationalism: A Clandestine Cryptorevision of Buddhism in the Byzantine...
2023-05-2930 minNot So Random HouseThe Mitten
Phstephaneigh Q. is an accomplished musician, fashionista and pogo sticker. She first discovered her passion for music as a youth who loved to wander in the woods, listening to all the happy little creatures sing kumbaya. She dreamed of one day replicating the wonderful music that she heard and chose to pursue that passion by learning to play the didgeridoo. After her childhood, she matriculated to Winston Chestnut school of Music in WestEastern Montana, where she picked up the bagpipes, as well as the autoharp. It is there that she first was struck by her need...
2023-05-1528 min
Nurses For JusticeFeminist Midwife Stephanie Tillman: Health Ethics & Consent in CareAs part of Nurses Week, we sat down with Stephanie Tillman also known as the "feminist midwife." Stephanie is a midwife, writer, advocate, speaker, and PhD student in Health Care Ethics at Saint Louis University where she studies consent in intimate exams. We spoke about consent in clinical settings amidst asymmetrical power dynamics, trauma-informed and queer inclusive care, full-spectrum sexual and reproductive healthcare, and advocating for liberatory and equitable health systems. We also discussed how Stephanie built her platform, what she's working on now, and her future goals.
Find her on social media @FeministMidwife
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2023-05-1055 min
Nurses For JusticeSisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice CollectiveIn this episode, we’re joined by Shanti Moore, SisterSong’s Birth Justice Coordinator, who walks us through her pathway to reproductive justice, as well as her personal connection to this work. Shanti spent the early stages of her career in mental health nursing, then as a licensed massage therapist, and finally as a birth justice activist. Shanti has many heart-warming stories to share about her passion for serving the most marginalized communities growing over the years.
In her role as a Birth Justice Coordinator, she spearheads partnerships, creates community programming, and promotes SisterSong’s Birth Justice Care Fu...
2023-03-3135 min
Nurses For JusticeAbortion Provider Appreciation DayAbortion Provider Appreciation Day is celebrated annually in recognition of the heroic work of resilient and compassionate abortion providers! APAD was established in 1996 and highlights the essential work of abortion providers who provide care in the face of increased restrictions, violence, and stigma.
In today’s episode, we recognize the importance of bodily autonomy as well as those who continue to provide comprehensive healthcare. Tune in to hear from 5 different abortion care providers across the country who speak about their day-to-day challenges, their motivation to continue providing full-spectrum care, and what abortion access means to them!
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2023-03-1032 min
Nurses For JusticeMember Spotlight: Sustaining the Longevity of SRH AdvocacyMegan (she/her) is working on her Accelerated Second Degree BSN program at Oakland University in Michigan, and has recently established a new NSRH chapter at the school. She has a background in bodywork and sexual assault crisis support. Once she is an RN, she plans to continue her education to become a Certified Nurse Midwife.
In this episode, Megan speaks to her experience volunteering as a clinic escort in Michigan, which inspired her to pursue a career in sexual and reproductive health. She is working towards being able to protect patients’ reproductive health, sexual health, and pr...
2023-01-2718 minNot So Random HouseHorn to Toes and in betweenDoctor Betty Won’t is an acclaimed psychologist, artist and counselor. She was originally born in Persia, modern day Iran, but moved to Canada when she was just a wee lass. Growing up she always had two distinct passions: painting and counseling others. Her love for painting inspired her to create abstract pieces of art bearing ambiguous titles such as, “Rain, Moon, SunShine'' and “Buenas días noches tardes”. Her love for counseling and psychology led her to invite others to interpret her world, and to gently correct them when they were wrong. She has authored two books: “Abstract from the Abstrac...
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The Woman Centered Health PodcastNurses for Sexual and Reproductive Health with Dr. Lina BuffingtonIn this episode we interview Dr. Lina Buffington, the Executive Director of Nurses for Sexual and Reproductive Health (NSRH). NSRH and the resources they offer are another great tool for clinicians, especially for folks providing abortion care. We cover the goals and mission of NSRH, the value of being a member, and the specialized training they offer to nurses. We also get into some great conversations about gaps in sexual and reproductive health care and how the recent Dobbs decision is impacting sexual and reproductive health. Be sure to check this episode out if you want some hope for...
2022-12-291h 01
Nurses For JusticeMidwifery & The Birth Sanctuary of Gainesville, AlabamaIn this episode, we sat down with Dr. Stephanie Mitchell who founded the first midwifery owned and led birth center in Gainesville, Alabama. The birth sanctuary works to honor the ancient wisdom of people giving birth, as well as modern experiences to create comprehensive care. Dr. Mitchell is a passionate advocate of midwifery and has been practicing since 2016.
Dr. Mitchell spoke to the need for a midwifery center outside of the industrial medical complex, especially in the context of healthcare disparities experienced by Black people. With the overturning of Roe v. Wade, it is critical that people...
2022-12-1632 min
Nurses For JusticeAll Things Education: Online Institute, KE & Abortion Nursing CorpsIn this episode, we’re joined by NSRH’s Education Director, Anna Brown, who dives into some of the educational opportunities and resources that arose from curriculum gaps in formal nursing education. We also hear about Anna’s own journey to both becoming a dedicated sexual & reproductive health leader and joining the NSRH team!
Many of the professional programs discussed in All Things Education are geared toward helping nurses and SRH advocates navigate an increasingly restrictive landscape for comprehensive sexual & reproductive health. Anna speaks to the importance of consistency when identifying issues within the reproductive healthcare sector and ma...
2022-11-0416 min
Nurses For JusticeSex Work, Harm Reduction, & Nurse LeadershipIn this episode we sit down with Leslie Chase, a participant in our pilot cohort for the Karen Edlund (KE) Future Nurse Leader Fellowship. This program fuels nursing students to leverage their power and become leaders in SRH, reproductive rights (RR) and Reproductive Justice (RJ). We believe that through intentional support and development of historically excluded nurses, we can shift the power structure of nursing and transform healthcare to not only include but celebrate sexual and reproductive health.
This fellowship honors the legacy and significant contributions of Karen Edlund (RN, BSN), a public health nurse and lifelong a...
2022-10-1924 min
Nurses For JusticeStudent Chapter Spotlight: Duke UniversityIn this episode we dig into opportunities for student organizing and campus activism through NSRH. We sat down with Lana Keusch, a student member who started a chapter at Duke University. Last year, Lana was awarded the Karen Edlund Future Leader Award.
NSRH gives this annual award in honor of Karen Edlund (RN, BSN), a public health nurse and lifelong advocate for sexual and reproductive health. Karen served as the Director of the SRH Program at the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for 23 years, from 1992 until her retirement in May 2015. During her tenure she developed and managed se...
2022-10-1418 min
Nurses For JusticeNSRH's Training in Abortion Care ResidencyIn this episode we speak with two of NSRH’s Training in Abortion Care (TAC) Residents about the importance of abortion training opportunities for nurses and paramedics, how the TAC residency expanded their understanding of abortion provision and has impacted their career pathways. TAC residency is the only clinical training program in the nation for registered nurses to gain hands-on experience in abortion care. The residency develops both the residents' clinical and advocacy skills by connecting them to local SRH/RJ advocates in addition to their clinical experience.
In a time when abortion care is becoming increasingly les...
2022-08-2433 min
Evidence Based Birth®Trauma-Informed Care and Consent with Feminist Midwife, Stephanie TillmanOn today's podcast we are excited to feature Feminist Midwife, Stephanie Tillman (she/her), a midwife at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Stephanie is on the Board of Directors of Nurses for Sexual and Reproductive Health and the Midwest Access Project. Stephanie is also a member of the American College of Nurse-Midwives Ethics Committee and is an advisory committee member of the Queer and Transgender Midwives Association. We talk about Stephanie's journey to becoming a midwife involved in trauma-informed care. We also talk about the importance of active consent regarding pelvic exams and forced medical interventions i...
2021-06-091h 05
The Ninetree Stumblers Radio HourNSRH#14: Gainsborough SpecialCome with us on a trip to the North of England as we visit Gainsborough Festival armed only with every instrument we could pack in the car and a bottle of whisky from Aldi.
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The Ninetree Stumblers Radio HourNSRH#11 - Flubs and FailsThis month, the Ninetree Stumblers are celebrating all the best flubs of the past, and adding a few of their own. We also see the return of their favourite game in a new format: "Old Time Fiddler or Professional Wrestler?". Plus, live thumb wrestling!
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2016-11-2253 minThe Ninetree Stumblers Radio HourNSRH#10 - Further afieldGreek fiddling, Mariachi bands, French-Canadian stomping and more as The Ninetree Stumblers explore recorded music of the early 20th Century beyond the borders of the USA.
2016-11-081h 05
The Ninetree Stumblers Radio HourNSRH#9 - Now-annual Post-Fire In The Mountain edition!Ruth talks with Reeb and Nadine of the Foghorn String Band (with small pal, Rosa, in the background) about encountering Cajun music in Alaska, and Liam gets to play some Hawaiian steel guitar.
2016-08-0459 minThe Ninetree Stumblers Radio HourNSRH#8 - the Red Fox Chasers Appreciation SocietyThe Stumblers return with an episode dedicated to the original tracks that inspired their debut album, "Complete Recorded Works in Chronological Order". Which, by the way, you can find at www.ninetreestumblers.co.uk!
2016-05-221h 04
The Ninetree Stumblers Radio HourNSRH#7 - Food and Drink, and Gospel mumblingThe Ninetree Stumblers, an Old-Time String Band from Bristol, UK, present an hour of vintage recordings and live studio takes, plus news and discussion of the American folk scene in the UK.
This month, we follow a festive theme of 'Food and Drink', and Ruth makes us guess the lyrics from some indecipherable old gospel recordings.
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2015-12-201h 00The Ninetree Stumblers Radio HourNSRH#6 - Slide guitar, and Minor League BaseballThe Ninetree Stumblers, an Old-Time String Band from Bristol, UK, present an hour of vintage recordings and live studio takes, plus news and discussion of the American folk scene in the UK.
This edition discusses the influence of Hawaiian slide guitar on early country music, and sees the introduction of the sure-to-be-classic game "Old Time String Band or Minor League Baseball Team?". Plus, we check in for a weather forecast from the Skillet Lickers.
All music is Public Domain / Traditional, performed live or from historical recordings.
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