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Cash Cow by Alev Scott

Book of the Week. Journalist Alev's Scott's compelling investigation into the global fertility industry.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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Episode 1
Alev’s Scott’s compelling investigation into the global fertility industry.
13 Jul 2026,13 mins
Episode 2
Alev Scott discovers more about the history of breast-feeding.
14 Jul 2026,13 mins
Episode 3
The fertility industry is founded on hope and desperation. Alev Scott visits a trade fair
15 Jul 2026,13 mins
Episode 4
Alev Scott decides to pose as potential customer – for a younger woman’s eggs.
16 Jul 2026,13 mins
Episode 5
The legal ramifications of renting a womb require complex contracts.
17 Jul 2026,14 mins