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Prognosis: Misconception

Bloomberg
Egg Freezing
Fertility Treatments
IVF
Chicken Industry
Fertility Clinics
Racial Disparities In Healthcare
Mate Fertility
American Economy
Levittown
Infertility
Women’s Health
Artificial Intelligence
Regina Townsend
Healthcare Economics
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Deepfake Technology
Watsonx
Investment Strategies
Financial News
Tanner Wright

Reality TV stars are freezing their eggs on camera. Lawmakers in DC are debating federal protection for IVF. Hundreds of millions of dollars are being invested in slick startups that market fertility treatments for all. But this rapid growth has revealed cracks in the system. Misconception, a new series from Bloomberg’s Prognosis, follows reporter Kristen V. Brown on her own intimate journey as sh... more

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Kristen is trying to figure out where to freeze. While trying to pick a clinic, she uncovers how an influx of private equity and other funding hasn’t actually made things better for fertility patients. She learns about fertility mishaps, mistakes and... more

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Recent Guests

Bridget Adams
A woman who froze her eggs and shared her emotional journey about fertility treatments.
Episode: Misconception: The Baby Boom
Nicole Noyes
A doctor who played a significant role in advancing egg freezing technology.
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Episode: Misconception: The Baby Boom

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Kristen V. Brown
Host and reporter exploring her own journey in the fertility industry as she navigates the complexities of the business of fertility treatments and their societal implications.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Very informative ministries on the fertility industry

    Podcast Addict
    4
    ba
    10 months ago
  • Ruined it

    This may or may not be a good podcast, however the vocal fry is intolerable. I can’t take the speaker seriously

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fearsgirl
    United Statesa year ago
  • Come for the Misinformation, stay for the Confirmation Bias

    If you are looking for a podcast to help guide and empower you to improve your health and body composition, then this is NOT the podcast for you. If you want someone to tell you why your half-hearted attempts at weight loss are failing and that you should just accept it, then this is the perfect podcast.

    Now let me be clear. There is no doubt that their are lots of toxic aspects to diet and beauty culture, and that the expectations are wildly unrealistic and of suspect origin. However there is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    I do not have a nickname 123
    United States3 years ago
  • Needs editing

    Re: the series on weight loss:

    This podcast should be given as raw tape to a fresman class in audio editing. The repeated reiteration of the same material, minute after minute is unneccesary. Get to the point, tell the story, and move on. You do not have to repeat yourself like the listeners are kindergarten children.

    And you cite TikTok as a source. Really?

    And nowhere in a podcast, especially from Bloomberg, which I highly regard, should the reporter say "I think" or "my experience" or anyt... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JB-2001
    United States3 years ago
  • Rustling paper? Giggling?

    I really wanted to listen to this series, but it is so poorly done. I couldn’t get past the giggling and the rustling paper with the almonds and background noise. So unprofessional and extremely annoying. Couldn’t Bloomberg print this somewhere so we could read it and don’t have to listen to it?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
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    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the nuanced discussions on fertility and the personal stories shared, often highlighting the engagement with societal pressures surrounding family planning.
There is criticism regarding the perceived bias in some presentations, with suggestions for a more balanced exploration of differing viewpoints on weight and health.
The quality of production is noted, but there are comments about the effectiveness of the host's presentation style.

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Misconception: Great Expectations
Q: So, are you ready for it?
We got four embryos that are healthy and have all the right stuff in the right places.
Misconception: Great Expectations
Q: How are you feeling today?
Despite feeling low energy, I'm actually better than before the procedure.

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An exploration of the complexities and challenges within the fertility industry, focusing on the business, societal pressures, and the emotional journeys related to egg freezing and IVF. Notable topics include personal narratives from the host and patients, systemic issues like racial disparities in treatment access, and a critical examination of the marketing practices of fertility clinics and startups. The cultural context of fertility technologies is also depicted, revealing the realities faced by individuals amidst hope and fear as they navigate this intricate landscape. Overall, the series aims to shed light on a profit-driven medical realm while addressing broader implications for women’s health and family planning.

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