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Western Friend Podcast
27. Dr. Richard Grossman - Abortion and Community
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Mary Klein
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Dr. Richard Grossman, a recently retired OBGYN, discusses abortion and community on this episode of the Western Friend Podcast. Dr. Grossman continues to work on several population-centered projects and shares about his work, his purpose, and his essay published in the most recent issue of the Western Friend magazine. Later, the conversation is opened to members of the community who joined us for the live recording.
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Introduction
Dr. Grossman on his upbringing and past
On his work as an OBGYN
Quakerism as a source of protection
On working for peace
Reflections on abortion research
3 levels of prevention
Responses to possible grief and/or loss
Michelle shares her experiences
Dr. Grossman on talking about abortion
Looking at the bigger picture
Community comment
Dr. Grossman on infanticide
Thank you and Outro