049: The Business of Birth Control with Holly Grigg-Spall & Anna Kolber
Uncover the hidden truth behind hormonal birth control in our latest podcast episode. Join host Christina as she delves into the controversial world of birth control with documentary filmmakers Anna Kolber and Holly Grigg-Spall, producers of "The Business of Birth Control" film (Executive Produced by Ricki Lake) which was inspired by the book "Sweetening the Pill: Or How We Got Hooked On Hormonal Birth Control" written by Holly Grigg-Spall.
Together, they explore the complex relationship between birth control and women's health and liberation, and reveal the shocking side effects that have been kept under wraps for decades. These side effects include the potential impact on attraction in the mating process as hormonal birth control can alter the levels of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone in the body, which play a role in regulating the menstrual cycle and can also influence sexual desire and attraction. Some studies have suggested that the use of hormonal birth control may decrease sexual desire in some individuals.
Don't miss this thought-provoking and enlightening conversation, as Christina shares her personal experience with receiving a life sentence or prescription for the pill at age 15 for having craps and her personal disturbance with Rolling Stone's article "The Problem With Ricki Lake’s ‘The Business of Birth Control" written by Amy Zimmerman. Tune in now to learn more about this crucial topic that affects us all.