Jennie Wetter, host of the multi-award-winning podcast RePROs Fight Back (an initiative of the Population Institute), breaks down what reproductive justice actually means, far beyond the narrow “abortion-only” framing. We dig into how the show functions as a real, strategic tool for nonprofit work: keeping people informed, spotlighting community partners, and ending every episode with clear ways to fight back.

We talk about building a podcast as a public resource, why “success” isn’t just downloads, and how to stay grounded when the issues feel like a constant fire hose. You’ll also get practical ideas for becoming a resource in your own community without burning out.

Note: The first ~15–18 minutes include a ranty current-events catch-up recorded in late July 2025. I LOVE this part (it's cathartic!) If you prefer to jump to the self-care + strategy portion, skip ahead to around minute 18.

Pick one and do it this week:

1. Wear your values: grab merch that sparks conversations (tinyurl.com/reproFBmerch).
2. Be the friend with receipts: bookmark accurate resources so you can point people to real clinics/info when needed.
3. Check your state’s grade: explore reportcards.reprofightback.com and identify one area to push on locally.
4. Support direct services: donate to or volunteer with local practical-support networks (transportation, childcare, clinic escorting, etc.).
5. Go local: show up where policy becomes real—school board meetings, city council, state reps.

Resources Mentioned:

1. Planned Parenthood
2. Chicago Women's Health Center
3. Population Institute
4. The Money with Katie Show featuring Representative Katherine Clark

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Merch! (Including my favorite PodCat Mug)

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