Best Hunter Atkins Podcasts (2024)

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Hera, Help Us! An interview with Wonder Woman, aka, voice actor, Susan Eisenberg 56:54

19d ago56:54

56:54

WWWWD? What would Wonder Woman do? Susan Eisenberg, the woman who has voiced and, heck, embodied, DC Comic’s Wonder Woman joins Marissa. Together they ponder what Wonder Woman would do if she arrived in the United States today. Hint: She’s a believer in justice. Also, if you play Wonder Woman, what happens when you see injustice being done in your …

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Nazi Hunters: A Love Story with Journalist Jess McHugh 39:12

1M ago39:12

39:12

Jess McHugh joins Marissa to share the compelling true life story of two people who fell in love--one Jewish and one German-- and made it their life’s work to bring Nazis to justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The DSR Network

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Have Your Workout and Eat Cake, Too with Chris Cotnoir 30:09

2M ago30:09

30:09

Chris Cotnoir, host of the holistic fitness and wellness podcast HIIT’n 50, is Marissa’s guest. His challenge to her: Create a healthy pre-workout snack that packs protein and carbs and yet doesn’t taste like disappointment. Chris and Marissa discuss how to get motivated, set wellness goals and, even better, achieve them. Also, just how dang delici…

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Your Next Favorite Cookbook with Matt Rodbard 50:13

3M ago50:13

50:13

Marissa’s guest is award-winning cookbook author and editor of TasteCooking.com, Matt Rodbard. Matt and co-author Deuki Hong have a truly special new cookbook out, Koreaworld, which looks at how Korean food has developed in Korea and across the globe. Marissa makes herself a Seoul specialty, the espresso tonic, and the darker side of Trader Joe’s i…

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Beyond Preposterous, Trump, Crime and the Law with Dave Aronberg 21:37

3M ago21:37

21:37

Feeling overwhelmed by the Trump legal week that was -- and the weeks and months that are before us? State Attorney for Palm Beach County Dave Aronberg gives us a master class in what the next few months will look like with Trump’s criminal trials, and what another Trump presidency could mean for Justice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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Save the Daydreaming for Later with Rachel Vindman 45:07

4M ago45:07

45:07

Rachel Vindman joins Marissa to make sense of the past few weeks of news. Together, they get to the heart of why the New York Times makes Biden-bashing front page news, the real suburban women problem and ask themselves whether or not things are better today than four years ago. Hint: They are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…

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A Week of Precedents, Presidents and Presidential Precedents with Kimberly Atkins 36:19

5M ago36:19

36:19

Legal expert and co-host of the #SistersinLaw podcast, Kimberly Atkins, is Marissa’s guest. Kimberly’s brings clarity into the DC Circuit opinion on Trump being a real, actual citizen, the Crumbley involuntary manslaughter conviction in Michigan and Allen Weisselberg’s alleged perjury plea. The impact of these decisions will impact all of us, so we…

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Stop Making Trump Jokes with David Kamp 47:53

5M ago47:53

47:53

Marissa’s guest is noted writer David Kamp, who (along with Marissa) is an alumnus of Spy Magazine, which famously coined the term “short-fingered vulgarian” to describe New York real estate celebrity Trump. David discusses his recent editorial for the New York Times where he argues the stakes for our democracy are too high and it’s time to stop la…

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The Third Anniversary Special with Comedian and Podcaster Pete Dominick 1:06:39

7M ago1:06:39

1:06:39

Marissa talks with comedian and host of her favorite podcast, Stand Up! With Pete Dominick in honor of the third anniversary of The Secret Life of Cookies. Together they try to make sense of the week’s news, Tucker Carlson’s face and whether Steve Bannon and Rudy Giuiliani are secretly bats. All why making a very nice apple-raspberry fruit crisp. I…

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“Sex and the City” for Losers with Laura Belgray 54:07

7M ago54:07

54:07

Bestselling author Laura Belgray is Marissa’s guest. Laura’s book, Tough Titties: Living Your Best Life When You’re the F-ing Worst” is the self-help book you’ve been looking for if you don’t really want the help, and really just want to commiserate with someone who gets you completely. Learn more about the book described as ““Sex and the City” for…

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Voilà Vegan with Amanda Bankert 43:40

8M ago43:40

43:40

In a special Thanksgiving episode, Marissa’s guest is the Parisian-American chef and author Amanda Bankert. Amanda is owner of the popular Boneshaker donuts in Paris, France and expert vegan baker, with recipes good enough to get rave reviews from the butter-worshiping French. Her new cookbook, Voilà Vegan, is a joy for vegans and non-vegans alike,…

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When Golf Gets Funny 1:06:02

8M ago1:06:02

1:06:02

Marissa’s guests today are the founders of Comedy Gives Back, Jodi Lieberman, Amber J. Lawson and Zoe Friedman, a non-profit that supports the health and well-being of comics. It’s a funny and poignant conversation about what it takes to be a comedian these days, all while baking cookies that look like golf balls to support the Comedy Gives Back ce…

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Falling Upwards with guest Jeremy Fall 32:45

8M ago32:45

32:45

Marissa’s guest this week American restaurateur, chef, and entrepreneur renowned for revolutionizing the Los Angeles culinary scene Jeremy Fall, who is now author of a new book, Falling Upwards. They discuss the need to destigmatize mental health issues in men, and the power and curse of being a creative mind with anxiety. Learn more about your ad …

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Book Bans and A Look at the Possible Life of Hester Prynne, with author Laurie Lico Albanese 51:08

9M ago51:08

51:08

Acclaimed author Laurie Lico Albanese is Marissa’s guest. Laurie’s latest novel, Hester, takes us back to 17th century Salem Massachusetts where we learn the origin story of Hester Prynne and about her relationship with a local man named Nathaniel Hawthorne. Marissa and Laurie also discuss the alarming growth rate of book bans, the Scholastic Book …

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SLOC: Are Brownies Better than Botox? Beauty Truths with Valerie Monroe 48:51

9M ago48:51

48:51

If Beauty is Truth, What’s the truth about beauty Guest Valerie Monroe, the beauty director of O Magazine for 16 years and veteran journalist and Marissa ponder if beauty is truth…what’s the truth about beauty? Marissa also bombards her with beauty questions from the practical to the profound, including a discussion of the biggest frauds perpetrate…

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How to Survive the Climate Crisis with Dr. Michael Mann 45:20

10M ago45:20

45:20

Noted climate scientist and author Dr. Michael Mann has a gift for making the most complex ideas clear enough for us all to understand. As Marissa’s guest, he explains the gravity of our current situation on Earth but also offers the impetus and tools we need to act and change our climate trajectory. And Dr. Mann does it all with clarity and even s…

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Inside Indictments with District Attorney Dave Aronberg 39:34

11M ago39:34

39:34

On this special edition, recorded shortly after Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ indictments against Trump and 18 of his favorite co-conspirators were released, Dave Aronberg, the District Attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida shares his unique perspectives with Marissa. She bakes RICO cookies in honor of the indictment, and District …

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More than Just Voting: How to Protect Our Democracy, with Rachel Vindman 1:01:14

11M ago1:01:14

1:01:14

Marissa welcomes Rachel Vindman back on the podcast for a heartfelt and funny conversation about everything that’s going on in the world, from climate change to why Lindsay Graham insists on being Trump’s bestie to Ron DeSantis’ special kind of fascism. Rachel also offers real ways we all can help democracy stick around a little longer in the Unite…

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What Happens When You’re No Longer Anonymous? A Conversation with Miles Taylor 1:09:51

12M ago1:09:51

1:09:51

In a special interview, Marissa is joined by former Department of Homeland Security chief of staff and the man once known as Anonymous who revealed publicly what Trump’s cabinet was saying privately. Miles shares special insights into his new book, Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from the Next Trump, and makes clear the threat to the country …

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A Conversation with District Attorney Mimi Rocah 41:14

12M ago41:14

41:14

Mimi Rocah joins Marissa this week to discuss her impactful decision to go from federal prosecutor to county district attorney and the many important changes she is enacting at the local level to help Westchester county residents. They discuss the personal reasons that drive the District Attorney’s campaign to educate police and legal advocates on …

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Poison Ivies: Affirmative Action and the Future of College Admissions with Professor Evan Mandery 45:16

12M ago45:16

45:16

Professor Evan Mandery, author of the must-read Poison Ivy: How Elite Colleges Divide Us, is Marissa’s guest. He explains the origins of affirmative action, how it was co-opted and what the real impact of the Supreme Court’s decision will be. Mandery explains what elite colleges could and should be doing with their endowments to help create a more …

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The Supreme Court Term that Was and our Future with Professor Melissa Murray 34:10

1y ago34:10

34:10

NYU Law professor and frequent MSNBC analyst Melissa Murray brings her genius perspective to the podcast this week, and explains the whys and wherefores of this intense Supreme Court term that has just come to a close. Plus, she has positive suggestions for what We, the People can do to keep our own checks and balances on the Court and lawmaking in…

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Renato Mariotti: Indictment Claims, Trial Delays and the Best Scones Ever 45:36

1y ago45:36

45:36

On today’s episode Marissa’s guest is former federal prosecutor, co-host of the It’s Complicated podcast, real-life lawyer and man who knows how to explain legal issues so we all can understand, Renato Mariotti. Renato brings clarity to the many news stories this week had to offer. Should we believe Former Attorney General Bill Barr when he says Tr…

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Aaron Nemo, Ohio’s Gift to America (Along with a bunch of presidents, an astronaut and buckeyes) 46:36

1y ago46:36

46:36

Aaron Nemo, writer for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, took time off the Writer’s Guild of America strike line to join Marissa and offer his insights into why Chat GPT is a real threat to creatives, why unions matter and Mozart. To self-soothe, Marissa and Aaron make Ohio’s best-known confectionary, buckeyes. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

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Lizz Winstead and the Secret Life of Pasta Suppers and Abortion Access 1:02:20

1y ago1:02:20

1:02:20

Marissa’s guest is Lizz Winstead, co-creator of The Daily Show, Air America, host of the Feminist Buzzkills podcast and one of the big brains behind the Abortion Access Front, which brings together comedians, activists, writers, and creators to ‘destigmatize abortion and expose the extremist anti-choice forces working to destroy access to reproduct…

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The Law of the Land and of Perfect Pie Crust with Kimberly Atkins Stohr 49:02

1y ago49:02

49:02

Kimberly Atkins Stohr, #sisters-in-law co-host, legal expert, Boston Globe opinion writer and pie-baking goddess, is Marissa’s guest this week. And what a week in the world of law. With Fox News and Dominion settling their lawsuits, women’s right to their own bodily autonomy on the line, E. Jean Carroll’s case set to begin and, oh yes, what exactly…

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How to Make Your Health Insurance Actually Work For You With Wendell Potter 38:14

1y ago38:14

38:14

Wendell Potter, as a former executive at Cigna, has a lot to say on the state of health insurance in this country. His view, from the inside out, is part of a new must-see documentary about democracy and American healthcare. Anyone who has dealt with a health insurance company knows it’s enough to make you sick all over again. Along with some shock…

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Recipe for Disaster: A New Book from Alison Riley 40:24

1+ y ago40:24

40:24

Marissa’s guest, Alison Riley, had an idea: Go out and talk to celebrities, artists and creators and ask them to name a low point in their life and the food memory they associate with it. The resulting book is an insightful, touching book of recipes and recollections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Emotional Eating and Emotional Economics with Ron Insana 35:21

1+ y ago35:21

35:21

Why is this economy so different from all others? Ron Insana, CNBC senior analyst and commentator is Marissa’s guest this week and brings much needed clarity to the current financial climate, plus explains Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s testimony in Congress and President Biden’s plans for the budget. Recession questions? Worries about ri…

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The Truth About the Carter Legacy with Ed Luce 24:21

1+ y ago24:21

24:21

Ed Luce, U.S. National Editor of the Financial Times is Marissa’s guest this week and sets the record straight on the real legacy of President Jimmy Carter, offers a surprising insight into the biggest issue facing America and talks about how journalists should address the Fox/Dominion revelations. Ed and Marissa also go deep on the most classic of…

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Real First World Problems: The Sorry State of Women’s Healthcare in the USA with Anushay Hossain 55:13

1+ y ago55:13

55:13

Anushay Hossain, best-selling author, women’s healthcare expert and host of the Spilling Chai podcast joins Marissa to discuss the latest politics, women’s health and race in the United States after the release of a study this week that shows childbirth is deadlier for Black women and babies, whether rich or poor. Hint: It’s about racism, not race.…

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Illuminate your life with guest Tamron Hall 33:29

1+ y ago33:29

33:29

Tamron Hall, journalist, author and Emmy-winning host of The Tamron Hall show joins Marissa with genuinely nspiring and insightful conversation. While cooking up dinner, the two discuss just about everything, from the emotional challenges of reporting on breaking news, motherhood and mystery writing. Plus, why women should put themselves first with…

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Has it All Gone to the Dogs? An Interview with Dave Aronberg 36:57

1+ y ago36:57

36:57

Marissa’s special guest this week is State Attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida, Dave Aronberg. Marissa and Dave discuss the latest legal and political news and play the first Indictment Derby…in which they try to predict which of the many possible Trump indictments will make it over the legal finish line first. All this while Dave and Marissa a…

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Sorry, Sorry, Sorry! With author Marjorie Ingall 34:02

1+ y ago34:02

34:02

Us humans often use January as a time to reset, dust off our barbells and finally clean the linen closet. Marissa’s guest has written a book that could help a lot of us reset something even more important: our personal and professional lives. Guest Marjorie Ingall has written a book along with Susan McCarthy called Sorry, Sorry, Sorry and it’s a br…

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Will the Real George Santos Please Stand Up? 41:15

1+ y ago41:15

41:15

Marissa’s guest on the podcast is investigative journalist Marisa Kabas, who has recently dedicated herself to learning everything there is to know (and wonder at) about George Anthony DeVolder Santos Schwarzenegger, or whatever name he is going by today. Not surprisingly, the conversation turns to a discussion of shamelessness: the good kind and t…

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The Year Ahead with Dr. Allison Gill 43:13

1+ y ago43:13

43:13

The political year started off at a sprint with all the hijinx in the House of Representatives, and now with our gas stoves being threatened and a special investigator appointed to examine the oil stains on the floor of Joe Biden’s garage, there is no better guest to help take it all apart and put it back together than Dr. Allison Gill. She also da…

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The Cookie Bible with Rose Levy Beranbaum 38:01

1+ y ago38:01

38:01

On this special, second anniversary episode of the podcast, Marissa is joined by the Queen of All Baked Goods herself, award-winning cookbook author, Rose Levy Beranbaum. And what better way to celebrate then to talk about Rose’s latest cookbook, The Cookie Bible (which just so happens to feature a recipe of Marissa’s) and answer all your cookie qu…

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Democracy, Justice and a Giant Rice Cookie with Dahlia Lithwick 51:23

1+ y ago51:23

51:23

Marissa’s guest is the brilliant and marvelous Dahlia Lithwick, senior legal correspondent for Slate, host of the Amicus podcast and author of the must-read Lady Justice: Women, the Law, and the Battle to Save America. While making the famous Persian rice dish tahdig, the two discuss the most recent threats to democracy and yet still remain full of…

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The Strategy of War: Past and Present Tense with guest General Mark Hertling 35:22

1+ y ago35:22

35:22

On this special episode, Marissa and her guest, General Mark Hertling discuss what the future holds for war in Ukraine now that winter is here, the long history of trench warfare and how food for soldiers has (thankfully) improved. Plus, why good food is integral to America’s national security. It’s about much more than an army marching on its stom…

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Jill, Jell-o and Jewelry: A Special Thanksgiving Episode with Jill Wine-Banks 40:52

1+ y ago40:52

40:52

On this week’s special Thanksgiving episode, Marissa's guest is Jill Wine-Banks (Watergate prosecutor! General Counsel for the U.S. Army! Brilliant Legal Mind and Owner of Many Pins!). Marissa teaches Jill air-frying techniques (including a wickedly simple recipe for air fryer stuffed mushrooms) and Jill gets Marissa up-to-speed with all the latest…

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Comfort and Joy with Andrew Zimmern 34:28

1+ y ago34:28

34:28

Marissa’s guest this week is award-winning TV food personality, chef and social justice advocate, Andrew Zimmern. While chopping, stirring and simmering a pan of Oyakokdon, Andrew and Marissa talk about how to deal with the often negative and angry feelings that arise in a country that feels so ideologically divided, how cooking can soothe our feel…

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Why Kitchen Table Politics Matter with Senator Barbara Boxer 43:53

1+ y ago43:53

43:53

Senator Barbara Boxer joins Marissa in a special midterm elections episode. Having served both in the House of Representatives and the Senate, she offers her unique perspective on how to resolve the divisions facing Congress and America. It’s a standout episode full of perspective, as well as a strong vision for how we can secure our future. Meanwh…

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From Poll to Polls: How to Navigate the Midterms and Beyond! With Emily Tisch Sussman 52:54

1+ y ago52:54

52:54

Democratic strategist and host of the She Pivots podcast, Emily Tisch Sussman joins Marissa this week. The She Pivots podcast celebrates women who have made bold career moves, and Emily and Marissa discuss the power of a non-linear career path. Also, Emily shares the best way to convince everyone you know to vote, and what, no, WHO, is going to mak…

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Miles Taylor and the Truth About the Trump White House and Taylor Swift 45:28

1+ y ago45:28

45:28

Marissa’s guest this week on podcast is Miles Taylor, the man formerly known as “Anonymous,” who was one of the first people from inside the Trump administration to speak out honestly about what life in the White House was really like (hint: just as you imagined during your worst nightmares). Marissa and Miles spoke just hours after the January 6 C…

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Putin’s Nuclear Threat with guest Joe Cirincione 35:42

1+ y ago35:42

35:42

Marissa’s special guest is none other than Joe Cirincione, national security analyst and the only person you ever want to hear the truth about nuclear war from, thanks to his blend of candor and kindliness. If you’ve been concerned about the recent threats by Putin of nuclear attack, this is a must-listen episode. Together, Marissa and Joe self-soo…

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Old Fashioneds and Big Truths: Major Garrett and David Becker 51:19

2y ago51:19

51:19

Marissa’s guests this week are Major Garrett, CBS News Chief and White House Correspondent and David Becker of the Center for Election Innovation and Research. Together they’ve written a must-read book called The Big Truth: Upholding Democracy in the Age of the Big Lie, an eye-opening read full of warnings about the future of democracy, but with ho…

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Dearie Me: Jennifer Taub on the Special Master, AG Tish James and The Loose Cannon 30:35

2y ago30:35

30:35

In this very special episode, Marissa travels to the kitchen of legal expert, author and pundit extraordinaire, Jennifer Taub, to make sense of the swirling chaos of legal decisions that marked this week. Plus, Jen was in the courtroom as Judge Dearie told Trump’s lawyers a thing or two, and brings us the inside scoop. Also: We made Ravneet Gill’s …

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Mr. Newberger Explains it All 31:31

2y ago31:31

31:31

On this week’s episode, Marissa’s guest is Emmy-nominated director and the person who makes Twitter a funnier, more enjoyable place to be, Jeremy Newberger. They discuss it all: From how the whole world seems like a Mort Downey, Jr talk show to who would be the winner in a Jell-O wrestling match: Lindsey Graham or Mitch McConnell? Plus: Mr. Newberg…

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God Save the King, Climate and Cake with David Wolstencroft 37:23

2y ago37:23

37:23

On this week’s episode, Marissa’s special guest is David Wolstencroft, writer and showrunner for TV shows such as MI-5, The Escape Artist (with David Tennant) and the bodice-ripping, blockbuster historical drama, Versailles, which makes David an expert on the making of kings. They discuss how the passing of Queen Elizabeth has rendered the unemotio…

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You’re Not Making It Up with Anushay Hossain 31:55

2y ago31:55

31:55

Are you a woman or know one? Listening to this podcast could save a life. Marissa’s guest this week is Anushay Hossain, author of the “The Pain Gap,” which exposes the dangers of being a woman, especially a woman of color, in need of healthcare in America today. Anushay shares stories of women cruelly mistreated by the healthcare system, but also e…

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