Hey everyone, and welcome. In this episode we will explore two pivotal Supreme Court cases that have shaped American law and individual liberties. I'm your host, Katana Garcia, a Grade 12 student, and just a heads-up before we dive in: this episode talks about some triggering topics, so please be aware of that. Today, we're tackling the complex and often contentious history of birth control and abortion in the United States, examining how legal battles have profoundly impacted personal autonomy and reproductive rights. We'll start by delving into Griswold v. Connecticut (1965), a groundbreaking decision that, despite not explicitly mentioning it, enshrined a fundamental right to privacy, challenging an antiquated state law banning contraceptive use. Then, we'll move on to the monumental Roe v. Wade (1973), which dramatically reshaped the legal landscape of abortion access. I'll be breaking down what these cases meant, comparing life before and after their rulings, and bringing us right up to what's happening in today's time. Join me as we uncover how these landmark decisions have shaped — and continue to shape — the very fabric of individual freedom in America. This podcast episode was produced as part of Katana's Grade 12 World History course (CHY4U) and was submitted as her Rich Summative Task. For this assignment, students were to select any number of topics covering The World from 1950-Present.