EPISODE · Feb 27, 2025 · 1H 3M
#35 Surrogacy’s Unregulated Black Market: Jen McCloy On Outdated Laws & Her Own Surrogate Experience
from Defining Moments with Chris Beattie · host Chris Beattie
Jen McCloy knows firsthand the joy and challenges of surrogacy - she was a surrogate for her best friend. But through her journey, she uncovered the shocking legal loopholes and unregulated black market that leave intended parents and surrogates vulnerable.In Australia, outdated laws fail to protect both surrogates and intended parents, leading some to seek risky, unregulated alternatives. In this episode, we dive into:Jen’s personal experience as a surrogate and what she learned- The legal gaps in NSW and Australia that desperately need reformThe rise of the surrogacy black market and the dangers it poses, andWhat needs to change to ensure ethical and safe surrogacy for all partiesThis conversation pulls back the curtain on the reality of surrogacy in Australia—both the beautiful and the deeply flawed. Whether you’re curious about surrogacy, considering it, or just interested in women’s health, ethics, and law reform, this episode is an eye-opener.Watch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway.Follow us on Instagram for updates on guests & episodes: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681
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Jen McCloy knows firsthand the joy and challenges of surrogacy - she was a surrogate for her best friend. But through her journey, she uncovered the shocking legal loopholes and unregulated black market that leave intended parents and surrogates vulnerable.In Australia, outdated laws fail to protect both surrogates and intended parents, leading some to seek risky, unregulated alternatives. In this episode, we dive into:Jen’s personal experience as a surrogate and what she learned- The legal gaps in NSW and Australia that desperately need reformThe rise of the surrogacy black market and the dangers it poses, andWhat needs to change to ensure ethical and safe surrogacy for all partiesThis conversation pulls back the curtain on the reality of surrogacy in Australia—both the beautiful and the deeply flawed. Whether you’re curious about surrogacy, considering it, or just interested in women’s health, ethics, and law reform, this episode is an eye-opener.Watch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway.Follow us on Instagram for updates on guests & episodes: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681
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#35 Surrogacy’s Unregulated Black Market: Jen McCloy On Outdated Laws & Her Own Surrogate Experience
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