In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac interviews author Jacqueline Friedland about her new novel, Counting Backwards. The conversation delves into the book's themes of women's rights, immigration, and the historical context of reproductive rights in America. Jacqueline shares her personal journey from being an attorney to becoming a novelist, highlighting the importance of storytelling in raising social awareness. The discussion also touches on the relevance of the book in today's society and Jacqueline's aspirations for future projects.

What We're Talking About

• The book Counting Backwards addresses critical issues of women's rights and immigration.
• Jacqueline Friedland's journey from attorney to author reflects her passion for storytelling.
• The historical context of reproductive rights is crucial to understanding current events.
• Writing can serve as a powerful tool for social awareness and empathy.
• The dual timeline in the book connects past injustices to present-day issues.
• Jacqueline's research revealed the alarming history of sterilization in the U.S.
• The importance of speaking up about injustices is emphasized throughout the conversation.
• Jacqueline hopes her book will galvanize readers to advocate for reproductive rights.
• The conversation highlights the need for awareness of immigration policies and their impact.
• Jacqueline's next project explores the pressures faced by college athletes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jacqueline Friedland 02:58 The Story Behind Counting Backwards 08:19 Reproductive Rights and Current Issues 13:38 From Law to Literature: Jacqueline's Journey 20:48 The Impact of 'Counting Backwards' and Future Projects 29:20 Introduction to Social Issues and Advocacy

Links Mentioned

Jacquieline Friedland’s Website

www.jacquelinefriedland.com

Jacqueline Friedland’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jackiefriedland/

Counting Backwards by Jacquieline Friedland

https://bookshop.org/a/99223/9781400347308