On this episode of Reality Cast, host Amanda Marcotte discusses the so-called Planned Parenthood hearing and the Kim Davis saga. Also, Gretchen Sisson talks about the portrayal of abortion in movies.

Misleading Portrayals of Abortion in the House Judiciary Committee and Onscreen

Injecting truth in the sexual and reproductive health debate.

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For this, the final episode of Reality Cast, host Amanda Marcotte examines the Planned Parenthood hearing and what a throwback to the 19th century it was. She also interviews Caroline Siede about her piece on feminist criticism at the A.V. Club, and has a segment on positive developments over the past 398 episodes.

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Misleading Portrayals of Abortion in the House Judiciary Committee and Onscreen

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