Gina Rushton
ABC journalist and author of The Parenthood Dilemma; hosted the conversation at the All About Women Festival and guided questions for the guest and audience.
Best podcasts with Gina Rushton
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Feb 17, 2025 • 27min
Should I have a kid? The mother of all decisions with Gina Rushton and Penny Greenhalgh
Gina Rushton, a journalist and author who tackles the monumental choice of having children, joins Penny Greenhalgh, a comedian, exploring the emotional turmoil surrounding motherhood decisions. They dive into societal pressures and personal dilemmas faced by women in their late 30s, discussing the stigma of choosing childlessness. The conversation touches on fertility anxieties, the impact of 'heteropessimism' on women's relationships, and the idea of parallel lives. Their candid reflections offer a thoughtful look at the complexities of this life-altering choice.
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Jun 26, 2025 • 53min
Baby boycott — the fertility crisis and the big decision
Join Laura Henshaw, CEO of wellness platform Kik, Liz Allen, a demographer at ANU, and Gina Rushton, reproductive rights journalist, as they tackle the multifaceted decision of parenthood. They explore modern pressures from society and the personal challenges of motherhood. Hear how climate anxiety and economic factors influence millennial choices, alongside insights into fertility myths and the emotional toll of the decision-making process. Together, they advocate for improved support systems and a redefinition of family in today's world.
