Episodes 13
Avg. Duration 31m
Activity Moderate
Apple Rating 5.0 (5)
Since May 2025
Latest Episode Feb 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Monthly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
70%
Hosting
feed.podbean.com

About This Podcast

Ethical issues in Fertility and Reproduction

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Recent Episodes

The Eggsplanation: Part 2 of Another Escrow Scandal with Adam Winder of SEED TRUST

Feb 27, 2026 42m

The ongoing Ethics Scandals in the Surrogacy and Egg Donor world has shaken not only Intended Parents trust in the system but all the stakeholders in helping Parents realize their dream of family. In…

The Eggsplanation: ANOTHER SCANDAL in the Surrogacy World with Escrow

Jan 26, 2026 33m

Once again we are faced with a scandal of huge proportions with another bad player absconding with Intended Parents and Surrogates funds.  Many lost their life savings and have no way to move forward…

How Old is too OLD to have a Baby? A chat with an OB!

Jan 15, 2026 29m

For the last of our series on "How old is TOO OLD to have a child via IVF" we will be discussing the medical concerns that face older women during pregnancy and how those medical issues can be…

S1E10 What are the Mental Health aspects of OLDER parenting via IVF, a discussion with Rachel Goldberg"

Dec 16, 2025 35m

In our continuing series on "How OLD is too OLD to become a parent via IVF" I have a discussion with Rachel Goldberg, a Mental Health professional, who has tackled these complex and emotional issues…

S1E9 How Old is TOO Old to Parent, Part 2 with Attorney Stephanie Caballero

Nov 17, 2025 30m

Welcome to the 2nd Episode in our series on "How OLD is too OLD to Parent via IVF" with our guest, Stephanie Caballero, JD.   Stephanie helps us take a deep dive into the nuances of older parenthood…

S1E8 "How old is TOO OLD to parent via IVF", 1st in a 4 part series

Nov 03, 2025 36m

The idea of Reproductive Autonomy, which means YOU decide what to do with your body, is at the heart of parenting.  But is there a time when it's just too late, or that "ship has sailed"?  We will…

S1E7 Making the Case for Designer Surrogacy in Family Building

Sep 16, 2025 36m

By whatever name you call, "Planned Surrogacy", "Social Surrogacy", "Designer Surrogacy" or even "LifeStyle Surrogacy", everyone can agree its a controversial subject with both the morality and the…

S1E6 How do I know my GENES are good GENES?

Aug 25, 2025 32m

Following up on our theme from the last episode, GENES and GENETIC screening and the BIOETHICS involved, this episode will by an in-depth look at Genetic Counseling and the good, the bad and the ugly…

S1E5 Everything you ever wanted to know about PGT with Gary Harton, Phd

Aug 01, 2025 0m

So what's all the hype about PGT?  Can it tell which is the best embryo?  Will it pick out the smartest and tallest embryo?  Is it overused and just an add-on in IVF?  Join us as we explore the world…

S1E4 The BioEthics of Posthumous Reproduction

Jun 25, 2025 22m

Join our host, Mary Fusillo, for a fascinating look at the ethics and issues behind posthumous reproduction.  With the very sad case of a brain-dead woman being forcibly kept alive via mechanical…

S1E3 Donor's Experiences with Disclosure and Genetic Connections

Jun 13, 2025 18m

On this episode of "The Eggsplanation" I welcome two veteran egg donors who will help me dig down into what disclosure in gamete donation means to them and what their thoughts are on the genetic…

S1E2 So...What's so wrong with Anonymous Donor Cycles?

Jun 01, 2025 32m

In Episode Two of “The Eggsplanation”, Mary discusses two bioethical principles, Justice and Beneficence in gamete donor cycles with a Third-Party Parenting attorney and the evolution from anonymous…

Introducing... The Eggsplanation

May 06, 2025 2m

Mary Fusillo, RN, BSN, MS, introduces you to bioethics at the intersection of fertility and reproduction.   Stay tuned for our first full episode, coming in late May.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Eggsplanation have?

The Eggsplanation has published 13 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Medicine.

Is The Eggsplanation still active?

The Eggsplanation is currently moderate with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 31m.

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