
Irin Carmon
Journalist and author of Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America, speaking about maternal health care failures and her reporting on families' experiences.
Top 10 podcasts with Irin Carmon
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Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 20min
Trump’s DOJ Shakedown
In this engaging discussion, journalist Irin Carmon, author of 'Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America,' delves into how the Dobbs decision has dehumanized pregnant individuals. She highlights the troubling intersections of law, race, and reproductive control, exposing systemic issues in healthcare for expectant mothers. Carmon also tackles the implications of fetal personhood on IVF and the regulatory challenges facing midwifery. Her eye-opening insights reveal the urgent need for reform in pregnancy care and rights.

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Nov 8, 2025 • 25min
The hidden dangers of being pregnant in America
Journalist Irin Carmon, author of 'Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America,' discusses the shocking maternal mortality rate in the U.S. and the preventable nature of most deaths. She highlights systemic failures in maternal healthcare that treat pregnant individuals as less than human and the disparity Black women face in medical settings. Irin contrasts the care quality between midwives and hospitals, sharing harrowing stories of women like Maggie and Christine to underscore the urgent need for reform and advocacy.

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Nov 6, 2025 • 25min
The hidden dangers of being pregnant in America
Irin Carmon, a journalist and author of 'Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America,' explores the shocking maternal mortality rates in the U.S. and highlights that over 80% of these deaths are preventable. She discusses the historical roots of maternal health care, racial disparities in treatment, and the dehumanization many face during childbirth. Irin shares powerful stories, like those of Maggie and Christine, revealing systemic gaps and the urgent need for change while offering hope for expectant parents through advocacy and improved care.

Jun 17, 2024 • 1h 17min
Mifepristone Stays on the Market (live from Tribeca!)
New York Magazine journalist Irin Carmon discusses the practical effects of the Supreme Court's ruling on mifepristone in front of a live audience at the Tribeca Festival. The hosts analyze recent court opinions, including the FDA approval of mifepristone for medication abortion and legal battles over abortion pills. They also reflect on accomplishments, set goals for the year, and discuss court agency deference, science, and potential Chevron overruling.

Dec 26, 2025 • 1h 49min
Holiday Best-Of: Jelani Cobb; Pregnancy; Grandparenting; Julia Ioffe; Cartoons
Jelani Cobb, a New Yorker staff writer and dean at Columbia, explores the connections between recent protests and U.S. political history. Irin Carmon tackles the intense challenges of pregnancy in America post-Dobbs, revealing alarming maternal health disparities. Marina Lopes discusses Singapore's innovative approach to grandparent caregiving, advocating for compensation and support. Julia Ioffe delves into Russia's feminist history, examining policies that once empowered women but have since unraveled. Liza Donnelly highlights the unique perspectives women cartoonists bring to humor.

Nov 12, 2025 • 36min
The Handmaid's Tale Is No Longer Fiction—Welcome to the Brave New MAGA World of Trad Wives and State Fecundity
Irin Carmon, a journalist and author of *Unbearable*, shares her insights on the disturbing trends in America's pregnancy landscape. She discusses the alarming maternal mortality rates and systemic discrimination faced by women of color. The conversation delves into how MAGA's pronatalist rhetoric contradicts essential support for families and ties to white supremacy. Irin also highlights personal stories of women enduring pregnancy-related injustices, emphasizing the need for compassionate care and the urgency to document these ongoing issues.

Nov 6, 2025 • 23min
The Perils of Pregnancy in America
Irin Carmon, a senior correspondent at New York Magazine and author of 'Unbearable,' delves into modern pregnancy challenges in the U.S. She highlights alarming disparities in maternal mortality rates, particularly in New York, and discusses how the Dobbs decision has exposed critical gaps in care. Irin also examines systemic issues behind tragic surgical failures and the key role midwives and doulas play. Additionally, she sheds light on how abortion restrictions worsen access to maternal services, illustrating the stark divide between political rhetoric and medical reality.

Nov 3, 2025 • 47min
Rick Wilson & Irin Carmon
Rick Wilson, the founder of the Lincoln Project, discusses the chaos of the Trump administration, highlighting how government mismanagement affects airport operations. Irin Carmon, a senior correspondent at New York Magazine, dives into her book on maternal health, illustrating the consequences of restrictive pregnancy policies on women's autonomy. They tackle the U.S. maternal mortality crisis and the chilling effects of abortion restrictions on prenatal care, emphasizing the urgent need for systemic change in reproductive healthcare.

Oct 29, 2025 • 51min
Unbearable: The War on Women
Irin Carmon, an award-winning journalist and author of Unbearable, dives deep into the war on women’s reproductive rights. She recounts her personal experience being eight months pregnant when Roe v. Wade was overturned. Carmon examines how the rollback of abortion rights disrupts all aspects of pregnancy care in America and reveals the enduring influence of Christian nationalism. She also discusses the U.S. maternal mortality crisis and highlights grassroots resistance efforts that offer hope amidst these challenges.

Oct 29, 2024 • 45min
Episode 37: We Need to Talk About Usha
In conversation with Moira and Adrian, Irin Carmon, a New York writer and CNN contributor, delves into the life of Usha Vance, a figure navigating complex gender politics. They explore the contrast between public personas and personal struggles of ambitious women like Usha and Ivanka Trump. Topics include the fallout from sexual harassment allegations at Yale Law, the balancing act of ambition and family life, and the evolving narratives around gender roles. Carmon challenges listeners to rethink how political influences shape personal identities and relationships.


