Bodies - KCRW, Allison Behringer

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Not This Again May 13, 2020

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Angelina was a journalist living in Brooklyn when she was diagnosed with ALS. She now lives with her parents. How do you stay true to yourself when you rely on others to keep you alive? More of the episode here.

Listen to Here Be Monsters May 06, 2020

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Is your body more like a machine or a body of water? An excerpt from Here Be Monsters, a KCRW podcast about fear and the unknown.

Invisible Impact Apr 29, 2020

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Stacie escaped her abusive partner. But eight years later, her inner world was still in disarray. Why wasn't she better? And why did it take her so long to leave?

Postpartum in a Pandemic Apr 15, 2020

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ShiShi was in labor for 12 days. She gave birth, only to find herself at home in isolation during a pandemic. She's also a doula, so her job is to support people through pregnancy and postpartum. What's her advice for parents? How is she coping herself?

The Cost of Silky Soft Apr 01, 2020

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Johnson & Johnson knew its baby powder contained asbestos but kept selling it and specifically marketed the product to Black women. Krystal is one of thousands of women who claimed J&J's baby powder caused their ovarian cancer. How did normal body odors become racialized? Who determines if our products are safe?

Not Tested on Humans Mar 18, 2020

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Why did it take doctors years to figure out that a medical device was the cause of Melynda's debilitating pain? How did this dangerous vaginal mesh get implanted in millions of women?

Uncontrollable Orgasms Mar 04, 2020

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Orgasms are supposed to feel good. But for Angie, they're painful and spontaneous. Anything can trigger the horny feelings: Bumpy bus rides, loud music, even a hug from her mom. What's causing Angie's body to go haywire? This episode of Bodies is about the connection between desire and arousal.

Trailer: Season 2 Feb 26, 2020

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Season 2 of Bodies coming March 4, 2020.

Update: Season 2 Jan 22, 2020

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Bodies is coming back! Season 2 will launch on March 4, 2020. Join Bodies Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BodiesPodcast/ Email us: allison@bodiespodcast.comFollow us: @bodiespodcast

Unraveling Oct 17, 2018

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In a lot of ways, menopause is like puberty. Your hormones are changing and setting off a whole host of bodily changes. It's something that happens to half the population, but still, it's full of mysteries. In this episode we hear from Lisa Hartman and another woman who you've heard from once before. To learn more and to share your own story, visit our Facebook group.

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