Shortly before her mother passed away, Megan McArdle discovered a family secret. Decades earlier, Megan’s mother had given birth to a son and placed him for adoption. This revelation led Megan to seek out the brother she never knew, prompting a reevaluation of her mother’s life choices and a deeper understanding of abortion beyond its political context.

In a heartfelt interview, producer Regina de Heer spoke with Megan about the difficult decisions her mother faced. The conversation delved into the grief her mother endured and examined why discussions about abortion and adoption often neglect the complexities involved in these issues. The episode touches on themes of death, grief, and the nuanced realities of abortion.