Breaking Through with Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner (Powered by MomsRising)

On the radio show this week, we kick off by discussing why the affordability crisis is profoundly impacting the upcoming elections and what working families need. After that, we get essential information on how to make your voting plan, covering where, when, and why your participation matters. Next, we delve into the importance of dissent in a democracy, reflecting on historical rallies and current perspectives on the midterm elections. Finally, we close the show with new research examining the state of care affordability and access across the country, highlighting its critical link to women's economic justice. Special Guests Maurice Mitchell, Working Families Party, @mauricewfp, @workingfamilies.org; Jeanette Senecal, League of Women Voters, x.com/lwv, instagram.com/leagueofwomenvoters; Joel Payne, MoveOn, @paynedc, @joelpaynesaid; Laura Valle-Gutierrez, The Century Foundation, @TCFdotorg, @tcfdotorg.bsky.social

On the radio show this week, we start by delving into the escalating costs of healthcare, particularly the impact of expiring tax credits on Affordable Care Act premiums and coverage for millions. After that, we highlight Latina Equal Pay Day, exploring the persistent wage gap and its effects on Latina women and their families. Following that segment, we examine the concerning trend of attacks on public health initiatives and the importance of accurate medical information. Finally, we close the show by discussing how cuts to Medicaid are negatively impacting access to essential healthcare services. Special Guests Adam Hoyer, Protect Our Care, @ProtectOurCare, @protectourcare.org, @protect.our.care; Mónica Ramírez, Justice for Migrant Women, @mujerxsrising; Aryn Backus, National Public Health Coalition, n/a, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social, @nationalphc; Joan Alker, Georgetown University Center for Children and Families, @GeorgetownCCF, @georgetownccf.bsky.social, @georgetownccf

On the radio show this week, we start by discussing how essential access to comprehensive reproductive   health care is to everyone. After that, we dive into the work of a new support group: Leaving MAGA. Next, we look at the effects of recent harmful SNAP cuts on food assistance and what actions can be taken. Finally, we close the show by examining how federal and state decisions regarding Medicaid cuts are negatively affecting home care for older adults and people with disabilities, and the crucial support needed for family caregivers. Special Guests Juana Rosa Cavero, All Above All, @Allaboveall, @allaboveall.bsky.social, @allaboveall; Julianna Forlano, Leaving MAGA, @leavingMAGA, @LeavingMAGA, @JuliannaForlano; Ty Cox, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, @CenteronBudget, @CenteronBudget.bsky.social; Jaimie Worker, Caring Across Generations, @CaringAcrossGen, @caringacross.org, @caringacrossgen

On the radio show this week, we dive into new data trends revealing the realities of income inequality and health coverage, as we explore the persistent affordability crisis in America. After that, we discuss the importance of access to contraception and World Contraception Day. Following that segment, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting the immense power and contributions of Latina women. Finally, we close the show discussing a powerful new book,."The Perfect Birth Myth: Pushing Back Against a Broken Industry." Wendy Chun-Hoon, Center for Law and Social Policy, @CLASP_DC, @clasp.org, @clasp_org; Angela Vasquez-Giroux, Planned Parenthood Action, @ppfa.org; Camila Chavez, Dolores Huerta Foundation, @DoloresHuertaFD,  @doloreshuertafd; Avital Norman Nathman, author, The Perfect Birth Myth: Pushing Back Against a Broken Industry, @avitalnn, @themamafesto  

On the radio show this week, we start by exploring the vital importance of moms running for office and how their unique perspectives can shape better policies for families. After that, we delve into critical early learning funding, including the Child Care Development Fund and programs like Headstart. Next, we discuss the push for healthy school meals for all, highlighting a congressional briefing and the urgent need for robust policies as millions face SNAP cuts. Finally, we close the show by examining how ordinary people can reclaim their power, fight for freedom, and reimagine democracy, inspired by a new book. Special Guests Liuba Grechen Shirley, Vote Mama, @liubagrechenshirley @votemamalobby; Lauren Hipp, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamasConPoder; Alexis Bylander, Food Research & Action Center (FRAC), @fractweets, @fracposts.bsky.social, @fracgram; Skye Perryman, Democracy Fwd, @DemocracyFwd, @democracyforward.org, @democracyforward