Now You Know

By: Al Jazeera
  • Summary

  • Now You Know is a new series from Al Jazeera dedicated to amplifying women’s voices, stories and topics we’re all thinking and talking about. A safe space where we go all in on the issues that matter.

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Episodes
  • Should women freeze their eggs?
    Nov 18 2024

    Description:

    Over the last 10 years, egg freezing has become a game-changer for many women, giving them a powerful tool to take charge of their reproductive futures. Yet, in some parts of the world, there is still a stigma attached to it, especially when it comes to unmarried women making this choice. Now You Know chats with one woman about her own egg freezing journey and her hopes to break social barriers. Plus, we get a gynaecologist to break down what egg freezing actually involves.

    In this episode:

    • Zayna Al Hamarneh, (X / Instagram), CEO & Co-Founder of Mode Markering & PR

    • Dr. Aylin Pelin Cil, (Instagram), Gynaecologist and Obstetrician

    Episode credits:

    This episode was produced by Fahrinisa Campana, Ruby Zaman, Zaina Badr, and our Host, Samantha Johnson.

    Our sound designer is Joe Plourde. Our video editor is Catherine Hallinan.

    Jo de Frias is Now You Know’s Executive Producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio.

    Connect with us:

    @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

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    34 mins
  • Israel, Gaza and the fight for justice
    Nov 11 2024

    Francesca Albanese is the first woman to serve as the UN Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories. Since her appointment in 2022, and especially following the events of October 7, 2023, she has witnessed some of the worst aspects of humanity. She has also faced slander and threats for her commitment to holding those in power accountable.

    In this episode of Now You Know, Francesca Albanese discusses how the war in Gaza symbolises the breakdown of the international system and emphasises that her fight for justice will continue.

    In this episode:

    • Francesca Albanese, (X / IG), UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories

    Episode credits:

    This episode was produced by Fahrinisa Campana, Ruby Zaman, Zaina Badr, and our Host, Samantha Johnson.

    Our sound designer is Joe Plourde. Our video editor is Catherine Hallinan.

    Jo de Frias is Now You Know’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio.

    Connect with us:

    @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

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    26 mins
  • Will abortion access decide the US election?
    Nov 4 2024

    The US faces a pivotal election on November 5. Two years after Roe v. Wade was overturned by a conservative-led Supreme Court, abortion access and women’s reproductive rights are shaping the presidential race. Also on the ballot are every seat in the House of Representatives and about a third of the Senate.

    In this episode of Now You Know, we speak with Dr. Kristin Lyerly, an OB/GYN specialising in reproductive health and a candidate for the House. She discusses the ongoing struggle for reproductive freedom in a divided country.

    In this episode:

    • Dr. Kristin Lyerly, (X and IG), OB/GYN Physician | Candidate for US Representative

    Episode credits:

    This episode was produced by Fahrinisa Campana, Ruby Zaman, Zaina Badr, and our Host, Samantha Johnson.

    Our sound designer is Joe Plourde. Our video editor is Catherine Hallinan.

    Jo de Frias is Now You Know’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio.

    Connect with us:

    @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

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    20 mins

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