

Corey Turner
Co-host of NPR's Life Kit, contributing to conversations on various topics including sex education.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 24min
How to talk to kids about sex, bodies and consent
Corey Turner, an NPR education correspondent, teams up with Anya Kamenetz, a former NPR education correspondent, to tackle the delicate subject of talking to kids about sex, bodies, and consent. They share effective strategies for parents to create safe environments for open dialogue. The conversation highlights the importance of using accurate body terminology like 'vulva' and 'penis.' They stress the need for ongoing discussions about consent and personal boundaries, encouraging a joyful approach to sex education that fosters inclusivity and respect.

Jun 30, 2023 • 20min
SCOTUS Allows Refusal Of LGBTQ Couples, Reinstates Student Debt
Corey Turner, a dedicated reporter on NPR's education team, dives into the recent Supreme Court rulings impacting LGBTQ rights and student debt. He discusses the controversial decision allowing a web designer to refuse service to same-sex couples, emphasizing its implications for public accommodation laws. Turner also addresses the court's rejection of Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, affecting millions of borrowers. The conversation balances legal analysis with the political ramifications, highlighting the ideological divide within the court.

Jan 5, 2022 • 29min
The rest of the story, 2021
Corey Turner, an NPR education correspondent, sheds light on the pitfalls of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, sharing tales of frustrated borrowers. Lauren Freyer, NPR's India correspondent, discusses the significant farmers' protests against new agricultural laws that led to government concessions. The conversation also touches on the cultural symbolism of labor protests, illustrating how food production innovation parallels social change, and the complexities of the modern protest landscape.