Piece Comment

Review of RN Documentary: A Man's Choice - a look at male contraceptiv


What a concept...contraception from a male perspective. Why hasn't this been done before? Kudos to Radio Netherlands for this insightful and frank documentary - I can't ever remember hearing the phrase 'trusty old rubbers" or "men who've had the snip" on public radio before. It's also interesting to hear the cultural differences of contraception in the Netherlands compared to the U.S. A woman who carries condoms in her purse is considered "intelligent" and "proud of herself" and not a slut. This doc also deals with the fears of vasetecomy - fear that Dutch men have overcome as the Netherlands has the highest rate of male sterilization in the world - and an update on the progress of the male pill. "Man's Choice" has a good mix of interviews, music and solid reporting. Certainly this is a piece that needs to be heard by young straight men for the information and reassurance that they do have options for contraception. Stations could air this half hour anytime and as often as possible...Dmae