Donna Drucker

Donna Drucker, a historian from Columbia University and author of 'Contraception: A Concise History,' dives into the history and impact of the contraceptive pill. They discuss its revolutionary role in women's liberation and the complex legacy surrounding its development. Drucker highlights the darker aspects of the pill’s trials and the ethical issues tied to its history, including eugenics and racism. The conversation reveals how the pill transformed societal norms and relationships, paving the way for reproductive autonomy.