In this heartfelt episode of It’s Personal, Not Political, hosts Marcie Kindred and Kevin Ogle sit down with Riata and Ian Walker, a couple who faced the difficult decision to terminate a wanted pregnancy. Riata and Ian share their journey from a conservative upbringing to a place of advocating for reproductive freedom, recounting their experiences with unexpected pregnancy medical challenges and the emotional toll of navigating the healthcare system.
Listeners will hear about the evolution of Riata and Ian’s beliefs on abortion, how they handled the discovery of their daughter, Riana's, severe health complications, and the personal struggles they faced in balancing work, family, and their emotional wellbeing. The conversation also touches on the importance of personal choice in reproductive healthcare and the challenges of accessing compassionate care amidst government restrictions.
Marcie, Kevin, and their guests explore men’s roles in family decision-making, the power of open communication, and the need for empathy when facing life’s most difficult choices. Riata shares her healing journey after losing Riana and how it fueled her advocacy for reproductive freedom, including her powerful testimony against abortion bans. Tune in for an open, honest conversation about the real-life consequences of abortion bans and why, in the face of political debates, it’s personal, not political.
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