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Episode: When Science Fiction Becomes Reality with Kira Peikoff
Description: What if anyone could have a biological child with anyone, regardless of gender, fertility, or age?That’s the provocative premise behind Baby X, the new novel by author and bioethicist Kira Peikoff. In this episode, we explore the world of In Vitro Gametogenesis (IVG), a cutting-edge technology that transforms ordinary cells into sperm or eggs using stem cells. It’s already been tested in mice. Humans may be next.Kira explains how IVG could revolutionize parenthood for same-sex couples, single parents, and those facing infertility, while also confronting the chilling poten...