About this episode

This episode features a conversation with Merle Hoffman about her multifaceted life and the themes of courage and self-trust.

To call Merle Hoffman the owner of an abortion clinic is only to scratch the surface of her complexity. She's a pianist, a philosopher, an activist, a mother, and an adventurer in the world of spirituality. This is a conversation about courage, conviction, and what happens when we decide to trust ourselves.

People in this episode

Host: Suki Wessling

Guest: Merle Hoffman

Topics covered

• abortion
• activism
• spirituality
• courage
• self-trust

Keywords

• abortion clinic
• philosopher
• activist
• mother
• spirituality

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