#aita Historical Edition: Horatio Storer

Episode 40 of the Superstitions and Traditions podcast, hosted by Kristen, titled "#aita Historical Edition: Horatio Storer" was published on July 4, 2025 and runs 23 minutes.

July 4, 2025 ·23m · Superstitions and Traditions

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Send us Fan Mail Horatio Storer led the pack for anti-abortion laws in the US, based solely on his bigotry, and nearly single handedly ended the midwife profession for women. He introduced his personal view of life beginning at conception as a new theory, the standard belief for thousands of years prior to his announcement was life began at the quickening. His influence, bigotry, and false beliefs are still influencing thought two hundred years later. Support the show Thanks for listening!&nb...

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Horatio Storer led the pack for anti-abortion laws in the US, based solely on his bigotry, and nearly single handedly ended the midwife profession for women. He introduced his personal view of life beginning at conception as a new theory, the standard belief for thousands of years prior to his announcement was life began at the quickening. His influence, bigotry, and false beliefs are still influencing thought two hundred years later.

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