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The Repro Files Podcast

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About The Repro Files Podcast

The Repro Files Podcast dives headfirst into the raw, rage-filled, and relentlessly human realities of reproductive health care in America. It's everything “Infertility, Injustice, and All the Things Nobody Warned You About." Co-hosts AnnMarie Luft and Elizabeth Lee bring decades of frontline nursing experience, policy insight, and unfiltered storytelling to the mic. The show is unapologetically intersectional, blending clinical expertise with social justice advocacy to tackle the issues most platforms won’t touch: IVF denial, abortion bans, LGBTQ+ family building, Medicaid collapse, immigration injustice, and the personal toll of living in a system designed to fail you. Each weekly episode of The Repro Files features a mix of personal narratives, expert interviews, policy breakdowns, and what the hosts call their “rage share of the week”—a segment spotlighting real-world consequences of legislative overreach and systemic neglect. Listeners can expect fearless coverage of the cost of trying to have (or not have!) a baby in America, IVF access and the rising threat of fetal personhood laws, LGBTQ+ barriers to reproductive care, immigration policy and reproductive coercion, and the mental load of being denied care—and how to fight back. “We created this podcast for anyone who’s ever asked, ‘Why didn’t anyone warn me about this?’” — AnnMarie Luft, Co-Host “Our patients are living proof that the healthcare system isn’t just broken—it’s weaponized. We’re done with silence. This podcast is our answer to all the gaslighting, all the gatekeeping, and all the garbage policy that people are too afraid to call out.” --Elizabeth Lee, Co-Host

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episode Politics and Healthcare: In The News Again artwork

Politics and Healthcare: In The News Again

The ongoing legal battle over the abortion pill in the United States has created chaos and confusion, impacting access to healthcare for women. The issue extends beyond abortion to medication access, regulatory power, and interstate enforcement. The financial barriers to healthcare and the impact on family planning are also highlighted. The conversation covers a range of topics related to healthcare, affordability, and the impact of policy decisions on people's lives. It also delves into the challenges of the healthcare system and the broader societal issues that intersect with healthcare. The discussion highlights the need for reform and the impact of policy decisions on healthcare accessibility and quality of life. Takeaways * Abortion pill restrictions create barriers to healthcare access * The issue extends beyond abortion to medication access, regulatory power, and interstate enforcement Healthcare affordability is not just an economic issue, but also a health and mental health issue. * The impact of policy decisions on healthcare accessibility and quality of life is significant.

7 May 2026 - 41 min
episode National Infertility Awareness Week with Special Guest, Elizabeth Carr- America's First IVF Baby artwork

National Infertility Awareness Week with Special Guest, Elizabeth Carr- America's First IVF Baby

The conversation with Elizabeth Carr, the first IVF baby born in the United States, delves into the challenges and triumphs of her parents' journey to conceive her through IVF. It also explores the ongoing struggle for insurance coverage, the impact of IVF advocacy, and the personal experiences and feelings of IVF children. Elizabeth shares her concerns and hopes for the future of reproductive medicine. The conversation covers the topics of patient autonomy and access to care, controversy and misunderstanding of IVF, and advocacy and awareness for infertility. Elizabeth Carr discusses the importance of patient autonomy, the controversy surrounding IVF, and the ongoing need for advocacy and awareness in the field of infertility. Takeaways * The ongoing challenges of access to IVF care and insurance coverage * The impact of IVF advocacy and the personal experiences of IVF children Patient autonomy is crucial in the decision-making process for fertility treatments. * Advocacy and awareness are essential for addressing the controversy and misunderstanding surrounding IVF. Chapters * 00:00 The First IVF Baby in the United States * 06:03 The Ongoing Struggle for IVF Coverage * 12:30 Challenges Faced as the First IVF Baby * 19:38 The Voice of IVF Children * 24:43 Patient Autonomy and Access to Care * 32:47 Controversy and Misunderstanding of IVF

23 Apr 2026 - 45 min
episode The Impact of Language and Managing Uncertainty in Fertility Treatment artwork

The Impact of Language and Managing Uncertainty in Fertility Treatment

The conversation explores the impact of language on fertility patients and the challenges of managing uncertainty in fertility treatment. It delves into the use of specific phrases and terminology in the context of failed cycles and the two-week wait, highlighting the emotional and psychological effects on patients. Additionally, it discusses the societal and generational influences on self-blame and the quest for control in the face of fertility challenges. The conversation delves into the emotional impact of uncertainty and blame in the context of fertility struggles. It also explores the influence of societal expectations on individuals' experiences with fertility and parenting. Takeaways * Impact of language on fertility patients * Managing uncertainty in fertility treatment Uncertainty and the internalization of blame * The impact of societal expectations on fertility and parenting Chapters * 00:00 The Power of Words in Fertility Treatment * 25:23 Navigating Uncertainty and Blame

20 Apr 2026 - 43 min
episode Reproductive Health in the News: How It Is Impacting Us artwork

Reproductive Health in the News: How It Is Impacting Us

The conversation covers a range of topics including personal updates, a case of forced C-section, the psychological impact of labor and delivery, the role of doulas in labor and delivery, the impact of birth control misinformation, reproductive coercion and historical context, discussion on the SAVE Act and legislative impact, and fetal death certificate and heartbeat registration. The speakers discuss the psychological implications of labor and delivery, the impact of birth control misinformation, and the legislative impact of the SAVE Act. The conversation delves into the legal implications of abortion and its impact on women's reproductive health, highlighting challenges in certain states. It also explores the impact of government policies on healthcare, the tactics used by crisis pregnancy centers, and the impact of the political climate on healthcare, including efforts for change and accountability. Takeaways * Psychological impact of labor and delivery * Role of doulas in labor and delivery Legal implications of abortion * Impact on women's reproductive health * Tactics used by crisis pregnancy centers * Misinformation and manipulation * Impact of political climate on healthcare * Efforts for change and accountability Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates * 09:08 Impact of Birth Control Misinformation * 19:30 Reproductive Coercion and Historical Context * 25:52 Reproductive Health and Legal Implications * 35:18 Impact of Political Climate on Healthcare

26 Mar 2026 - 42 min
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