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Shades of Gray

Jonathan Mitchell , 58:29

***** Authoritative, Sound Rich, Thoughtful

This is impressive work - and very careful - it's artistic AND balanced. This piece does not promote abortion. It does not condemn it. But it does provide some very precise information - for example, part one includes a beautifully produced experiential moment of what an abortion might be like - totally unromanticized - just the sound. Unembellished. It's not horrific - just factual and radiophonic at the same time. Also: a young woman calling a clinic and asking questions - like many are probably afraid to do. I imagine there are people that need to know about that. And more. The religious side gets its say, too - but doesn't overwhelm. Stations should be brave and air this. And talk it through. Anyone who would be offended by this program just simply doesn't want to listen to anyone else.

(Producer) (Editorial Board) Marjorie Van Halteren
Morbecque
July 17, 2005

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Shades of Gray

an hour-long audio mosaic about abortion in America

 

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