Our Bodies, Our Stories

Our Bodies, Our Stories


Latest Episodes

S3E3: After Roe Fell: Reproductive Rights with the CRR
August 11, 2023

Welcome back listeners! In the third episode of this season, Syna and Aimee are joined by Victoria Gillison from the Center for Reproductive Rights. We’ve recommended several of the Center’s resources in previous episodes, so don’t miss out on the chance

S3E2: Beyond the Binary: Intersex Rights and Justice
July 28, 2023

In the second episode of this season, Syna and Aimee talk about Intersex Justice as an essential component of Reproductive Justice. They explore several topics including misinformation, invasive surgeries, consent, and indigenous communities such as the H

S3E1: Mind Matters: Reproductive Justice and Mental Health
June 23, 2023

In the season 3 launch, Aimee and Syna meet with Dr. Shefali Batra to discuss the mental health impacts surrounding abortion and how to take care of one’s mental health amidst abortion bans. If you would like to engage with us and leave feedback, copy t

S2E6: Religion, Roe, and Reproductive Rights
May 19, 2023

In the sixth and final episode of the season, Syna and Aimee interview Reverend Zoë Garry about what it is like to be both religious and pro-choice, and about the dangers of the anti-choice movement. This podcast is affiliated with VAYLA New Orleans, an

S2E5: So What Happens Now?
May 05, 2023

In our fifth episode, Aimee interviews Tulane sociology professor Dr. Katherine Johnson about living in a Post-Roe World, the sociological implications, and what comes next.  This podcast is affiliated with VAYLA New Orleans, and the music belongs to Yo

S2E4: Pro Life or Anti Choice?
April 21, 2023

In this episode, Syna and Aimee get on their soap box to discuss the language around abortion, the pro abortion argument, and break down the different terms used today. This podcast is affiliated with VAYLA New Orleans, and the music belongs to Young the

S2E3: Claim Your Narrative: Being AAPI and LGBTQIA+
April 07, 2023

In this episode, Aimee and Syna tackle the stigma around being LGBTQIA+ within the AAPI community. Tune in for a mix of personal stories and conversations about destigmatization! This podcast is affiliated with VAYLA New Orleans, and the music belongs to

S2E2: Racist Practices in Reproductive Healthcare
March 24, 2023

In the second episode, Aimee and Syna discuss and break down the racist past of reproductive health and emphasize the importance of an anti-racist lens when talking about reproductive health. This podcast is affiliated with VAYLA New Orleans and the musi

S2E1: Introduction to VAYLA and the Second Season!
March 17, 2023

In this episode, Syna and Aimee introduce themselves, VAYLA New Orleans, and their plans for the second season.  Link to Cha and Chat interest form: https://forms.gle/zeZ62nrvvX6zcsgW7 This podcast is affiliated with VAYLA New Orleans, and the music belon

S1E7: Lost in Translation
May 07, 2021

Join us for the last episode of this season! Divya and Maya discuss the barriers that non-native English speakers may face in the healthcare system and how we can begin to address these obstacles as a community. Maya also shares a story about her experien