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Giacomo Gianniotti: A Call To Action For Men

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In this special episode, Grey’s Anatomy star Giacomo Gianniotti brings his vulnerability and grief to the urgent and important conversation about abortion and bodily autonomy. Opening up about his family’s experience with miscarriages and the medical intervention his wife, Nichole, needed, Giacomo encourages men to  speak out and fight for equality proactively, without being prompted by women.
 

In This Episode

  • 00:00 Episode Starts
  • 02:45 Introducing Giacomo Gianniotti
  • 4:40 Giacomo’s Experience With Abortion
  • 08:17 Abortion is Not Just A Women’s Issue
  • 14:22 How Men Can Help Carry The Burden
  • 18:01 Fertility Can Be Dangerous
  • 20:00 Calling Abortions By Their Name
  • 25:17 Having A Choice Is Important
  • 29:26 Women’s Autonomy Is Not A Radical Request
  • 35:50 How Do We Get Men To Speak Up
  • 40:18 Host Reflection

Episode Transcript

Giacomo Gianniotti
About Giacomo Gianniotti
Giacomo Gianniotti starred as Dr. Andrew DeLuca on ABC’s hit drama GREY’S ANATOMY. He can next be seen in the hit Netflix limited series FROM SCRATCH. His film credits include LUCA, the Jesse Owens biopic RACE, opposite Jason Sudekis, Jeremy Irons and William Hurt, and the independent feature ACQUAINTED, which he also co-produced.
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The Man Enough Podcast explores what it means to be a man today and how rigid gender roles have affected all people. The goal is to create a safe, open environment for a range of perspectives to come together and stay at the table, moving from systems and language that polarize and demonize men and masculinity, into those that invite all humans to participate and thrive in the world. Each episode engages in honest conversations with celebrities, thought leaders and change-makers, exploring topics such as relationships, body image, privilege, fatherhood, sex, success, mental health and so much more. 

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THE HOSTS

Justin Baldoni is an actor, director, producer, entrepreneur and changemaker whose efforts are focused on creating impactful media and entertainment. Baldoni is the co-founder of Wayfarer Studios, an independent financial and production engine pioneering purpose-driven, multi-platform film and television productions that elevate and speak to the human spirit. He is also the founder of Wayfarer Foundation, a non-profit which seeks to change the way communities see and respond to unhoused populations. Learn more about his debut book, Man Enough: Undefining My Masculinity at manenough.com/books. 

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Liz Plank is an award-winning journalist, author of For the Love of Men: From Toxic to a More Mindful Masculinity, and the executive producer and host of several critically acclaimed digital series at Vox Media and NBC News. She’s the CEO of Liz Plank Productions and is a columnist for MSNBC and has been listed as one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30, Mediaite’s Most Influential in News Media, and Marie Claire’s Most Powerful Women, and was named one of the World’s Most Influential People in Gender Policy by Apolitical. She’s built a loyal following on numerous social media platforms, but her proudest accomplishment by far remains being blocked by the 45th president of the United States.

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Jamey Heath is a prolific and versatile songwriter, musician and producer, he has co-written and/or produced songs for many artists, including Andy Grammer, Idina Menzel, Solange, Chaka Khan, Rahsaan Patterson, Randy Jackson, Dionne Farris, Guy Sebastian, Tamia, Tevin Campbell, Shanice, Az Yet, Yasmeen, Jody Watley, Ray J, Changing Faces, Janet Jackson, Kenny Lattimore, Babyface, Eric Benet, Take 6, and many others. He has been a part of many multi platinum selling records and singles earning him two Grammy Nominations with one win for his work on Gladys Knight’s, “At Last” album.

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