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Preconceived: Five Stories of IVF and Surrogacy is a collection of conversations with women who had very different experiences going through in vitro fertilization for that one outcome: a baby. Laura went through an IVF journey because of her PCOS diagnosis and a series of miscarriages. Kate went through IVF for a reason not commonly talked about. You'll also hear three surrogacy stories: Heidi was a gestational carrier* twice, working through an agency. Her story demonstrates the unpredictability of the process. Libby was a gestational carrier* for a friend without compensation. These stories...

What does it mean to be half-Filipino? And how does it affect your choices and identity? Join half-Pinay Leila Jerusalem as she dives into the stories of those who live it every day. With an international lineup of guests, our conversations paint a portrait of the artists, athletes, trailblazers and luminaries who defy categorization and redefine what it means to be Filipino.

This limited series on the 2020 Census, equips listeners with the knowledge to engage with the most powerful political tool we have. Hear from activist Arturo Vargas (NALEO), Maz Jobrani (Hollywood comedian), Senator Susan Rubio, Colin MacLay, Tom Belin, Natalie Masuoka, and Paul Ong (USC and UCLA academics), Sharon Tosi Lacey (Census Bureau chief historian), Ed Reed (Fair Count), Janai Nelson (NAACP LDF Associate Counsel), Tom Wolf (Brennan Center for Democracy counsel and civil rights lawyer), Sunshine Hillygus (Duke professor who testified in federal trial related to census citizenship ...

Therapist Stacey Hallmark, LMSW sorts through all we're thinking and feeling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Let's find calm, one day at a time, while confronting life with coronavirus. If you want to say hello, share thoughts or ask questions, email us at hi@bridgrmedia.com. Stacey Hallmark received her Masters of Social Work from Columbia University. Leila Jerusalem co-founded Bridgr Media. *This show is not intended to replace professional help if you are in crisis.