The podcast episodes discuss the high maternal mortality rates in the United States, particularly among Black women, and how the country lags behind other high-income nations in this metric.

The episodes provide context on the historical roots of the issue, the role of medical advancements and practices, as well as the impact of government policies and social factors on maternal health outcomes.

The episodes highlight the need for improved access to prenatal and postnatal care, as well as addressing racial disparities and societal attitudes that contribute to the preventable deaths of women during and after childbirth.