Description (podcaster-provided):
Who we are: We are a collaborative of bioethics scholars interested in creating a more inclusive space to explore topics relevant to bioethics and the medical humanities while advancing equity and social change/restitution. Although we found our shared interests through our membership in the American Society for Bioethics and Humanities Race Affinity Group, we are independent of ASBH and any other organization. The views expressed in this podcast are our own and the speakers and do not represent our employers, institutions, or professional societies. Mission: Bioethics in the Margins aims to include topics, guests and audiences who are not always highlighted in mainstream bioethics discourse. We will focus on structural inequity and the role bioethics can play in social change. We aim to move beyond traditional bioethics frameworks and intentionally draw on intersectionality, social justice, racial justice, disability ethics, women, LGBTQ ethics, and topics specific to Black, immigrant/refugee, Native American, Latinx populations.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Bioethics • Social justice • Health equity • Structural inequality • Racial justice • Immigrant health • Reproductive rights • Mental health • Medical ethics • Inclusion and diversity • Social determinants of healthThe podcast "Bioethics in the Margins" explores a wide range of topics within bioethics and medical humanities, with a thematic focus on inclusivity and social justice. It seeks to highlight voices and topics that are often underrepresented in mainstream bioethics discourse. The content is centered around structural inequity and the role that bioethics can play in advancing social change and equity. The podcast frequently addresses issues related to intersectionality, social justice, racial justice, disability ethics, and ethics specific to women, LGBTQ individuals, and marginalized racial and immigrant communities.
The episodes often feature discussions with experts from diverse fields, including those with personal or professional experiences with the topics at hand. Themes such as immigrant health, trauma, gun violence, reproductive justice, and racial inequalities in healthcare are frequently explored. The podcast also delves into the social determinants of health, cultural and historical contexts of current bioethical issues, and the impact of policy on health equity.
In addition to examining specific health and ethical concerns, the podcast addresses broader societal issues like book bans, racism in medical education, and philanthropy's influence on public health. It also considers interdisciplinary approaches to bioethics, including insights from philosophy, sociology, law, and public health. By fostering conversations around these varied yet interconnected topics, the podcast aims to create a broader understanding of contemporary bioethical challenges while advocating for inclusive and equitable solutions.