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Reproductive health is a part of women's health throughout every stage of life, yet so many of us still have questions about what preventative care we actually need, when we should be getting screened, and what our options are when it comes to our bodies and our healthcare.

In this episode, we're having an open, honest, and judgment-free conversation with Jennifer Love, a certified nurse midwife and Lead Clinician at Planned Parenthood of Southern New England. With more than 20 years of experience in reproductive healthcare and over a decade at Planned Parenthood, Jen brings a science-based, evidence-based, and patient-centered perspective to some of the most important topics women need to understand.

We're breaking down cervical cancer screenings, including what Pap tests and HPV testing actually look for, why routine screening matters, and what women should know if they've been putting off an appointment.

We're also talking about STI testing and treatment — why someone can have an STI without symptoms, how testing works, and why getting tested should be viewed as a normal part of taking care of your health rather than something associated with shame or judgment.

And we're having an honest conversation about abortion care, including the differences between medication abortion and procedural abortion, what each experience can look like, and how healthcare providers help patients understand their options and make informed decisions about their care.

Most importantly, this conversation is about access, education, prevention, and empowering women to feel comfortable asking questions about their own bodies. Whether you're overdue for a screening, wondering when you should get tested, trying to understand your reproductive healthcare options, or simply want reliable information from a medical professional, this episode is designed to give you straightforward answers without the stigma.

No shame. No judgment. Just facts — and a reminder that taking care of your reproductive health is taking care of yourself.

David Salinas is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and one of the people helping reshape Connecticut's startup and innovation scene. In this episode, we sit down with David to talk about the unconventional decisions, risks, and vision that led him to buy a building in New Haven for just $1—and what he saw in the city that others didn't.

We dive into how David transformed that opportunity into District, a thriving entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem in New Haven, and what it really takes to build something from the ground up. From entrepreneurship and real estate to investing, failure, taking massive risks, and betting on Connecticut, David shares the behind-the-scenes story of how he built his businesses and why he continues to invest in the state.

We also talk about what it's actually like to be an entrepreneur in Connecticut, why New Haven has so much untapped potential, how to recognize an opportunity before everyone else does, and the lessons David has learned from building multiple companies.

In this episode:
• How David bought a New Haven building for $1
• The story behind building District New Haven
• Why he decided to bet on Connecticut
• The realities of being a serial entrepreneur
• Building businesses from the ground up
• Taking risks when the outcome isn't guaranteed
• Real estate, startups & investing
• What David sees happening in New Haven next
• Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
• The mindset behind turning an unconventional idea into a major business

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