Episodes

  • 10: How To Save The Planet With Refried Apparel

    10: How To Save The Planet With Refried Apparel
    Sep 27 2024
    Kim and Mark Litos discuss the innovative approach of Refried Apparel, an upcycling clothing company that addresses the significant issue of dead stock in the fashion industry. Mark shares the journey of the company, the importance of sustainability, and how upcycling can be a profitable business model while also benefiting the environment. They explore the challenges faced in the industry, the role of consumer awareness, and the potential for partnerships with larger brands to create a more sustainable future for fashion.

    Links:
    Refried Apparel
    Not So Fast, Fashion series:
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    35 mins
  • 9: How Trump Will Kill IVF with Dr Eve Feinberg

    9: How Trump Will Kill IVF with Dr Eve Feinberg
    Sep 20 2024
    Kimberly Atkins-Stor and Dr. Eve Feinberg discuss the critical role of IVF and assisted reproductive technologies in family planning, especially in light of recent legal challenges following the Dobbs decision. They explore the implications of personhood laws on reproductive rights, the intersection of religion and medicine, and the need for legal protections for IVF practices. Dr. Feinberg shares her personal and professional experiences, emphasizing the importance of respecting individual beliefs while advocating for scientific accuracy in the legal framework surrounding reproductive health.
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    24 mins
  • 8: Supreme Court shuts college doors on Black applicants with Jin Hee Lee

    8: Supreme Court shuts college doors on Black applicants with Jin Hee Lee
    Sep 13 2024
    Kimberly Atkins Stohr and Jin Hee Lee discuss the implications of the Supreme Court's decision to strike down affirmative action in college admissions. They explore the resulting decrease in diversity among incoming classes, the barriers faced by underrepresented students in the educational system, and potential solutions for increasing diversity in higher education. The discussion also touches on the complexities of legacy admissions and sports scholarships, emphasizing the need for a more equitable admissions process.
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    31 mins
  • 7: How To Solve The Gun Problem with Josh Horwitz

    7: How To Solve The Gun Problem with Josh Horwitz
    Sep 6 2024
    Kimberly Atkins Stohr discusses gun violence prevention and advocacy with Josh Horwitz, a professor in gun violence prevention and advocacy. They discuss the need for stronger gun laws and the effectiveness of measures such as limiting magazine capacity, implementing extreme risk protection orders, and promoting safe storage of firearms. They also address the issue of arming teachers and the role of the Supreme Court in shaping gun control laws, the conversation highlights the importance of evidence-based policies to reduce gun violence.

    More from Josh Horwitz
    • Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions website
    • The Center’s 5 priority solutions
    • Sufficiently Analogous Podcast
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    33 mins
  • 6: The ERA with Jill Wine-Banks

    6: The ERA with Jill Wine-Banks
    Aug 30 2024
    Kimberly Atkins Stohr and Jill Wine-Banks discuss the importance of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) and its potential impact on achieving gender equality in the United States.
    They highlight the ongoing challenges faced by women in terms of pay equity, representation, and societal expectations. Jill shares her personal experiences as a trailblazer in the legal profession and her involvement in advocating for women's rights.
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    30 mins
  • 5: Living in A Juristocracy with Gabe Roth

    5: Living in A Juristocracy with Gabe Roth
    Aug 23 2024
    Host Kimberly Atkins Stohr speaks with Gabe Roth from Fix the Court about the estimated $4 million in gifts received by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas from conservative donors, raising concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in the Court. The conversation covers the erosion of public trust in the Court due to rapid precedent changes, ethics lapses, and the absence of oversight. Roth suggests reforms like live streaming proceedings, implementing term limits, enforcing ethics rules, and requiring greater disclosure. Kim and Gabe debate topics like impeachment, court packing, and the necessity of judicial term limits, emphasizing the challenges of reform and the crucial role of public pressure in driving change.



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    43 mins
  • 4: Living in a post Dobbs America with Rachel Rebouche

    4: Living in a post Dobbs America with Rachel Rebouche
    Aug 16 2024
    Kimberly Atkins Stohr speaks with Rachel Rebouche, Dean of Temple Law School, about the impact of the Dobbs decision on reproductive healthcare. They discuss the challenges faced by pregnant individuals in accessing emergency care and the implications for medical education.
    Kim and Rachel explore potential solutions, including reframing the public discourse around Dobbs and working towards overturning the decision through litigation or a constitutional amendment.
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    34 mins
  • 3: Attack From Within with Barb McQuade

    3: Attack From Within with Barb McQuade
    Aug 9 2024
    Barb McQuade, author of 'Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America,' discusses the threat of disinformation and its impact on society. She highlights the role of both foreign adversaries and individuals within the country in spreading false claims.
    Barb emphasizes the importance of identifying and addressing this problem to protect democracy. She also discusses the need for updated laws to hold social media companies accountable for the algorithms they use and the personal data they collect.
    Barb provides tips for individuals to protect themselves from falling for disinformation, including checking multiple sources and verifying the credibility of the information.
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    36 mins