Shirin Kale

Mentioned in 4 analyzed podcast episodes across 1 show

Investigative journalist and co-host for The Guardian Investigates' podcast series "The Birth Keepers," which documents harmful practices associated with FBS (Freebirth Society). She conducted interviews and reported on the organization's practices and global expansion, examining the harms caused by the group.

Appears On

Off Duty | The Guardian Investigates

Episode Appearances

Off Duty | The Guardian Investigates · Dec 10, 2025

The Birth Keepers: Death plan – episode six

“Co-host and reporter for The Guardian Investigates; conducted interviews and investigation into FBS practices”

Unassisted Childbirth (Free Birth) Safety and OutcomesOnline Health Misinformation and Maternal HarmRegulatory Gaps in Birth Education and Midwifery Credentialing

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Off Duty | The Guardian Investigates · Dec 10, 2025

The Birth Keepers: FBS goes global – episode five

“Co-presenter and investigative journalist for The Guardian's Birth Keepers series documenting FBS's global harm”

Unregulated Birth Attendant Training and CredentialingMaternal Mortality and Morbidity in Free Birth CommunitiesOnline Health Misinformation and Influencer-Driven Medical Decisions

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Off Duty | The Guardian Investigates · Dec 10, 2025

The Birth Keepers: Growing an empire – episode four

“Co-host and investigative reporter for The Guardian's Birth Keepers series examining FBS's practices and harms.”

Unlicensed midwifery training and 'radical birth keeper' certification programsFree birth movement and rejection of prenatal medical careOnline course monetization and deceptive marketing in health education

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Off Duty | The Guardian Investigates · Dec 10, 2025

The Birth Keepers: Journey Moon – episode three

“Guardian Investigates reporter and co-presenter of The Birth Keepers podcast series”

Free birth movement and unregulated midwiferySocial media algorithm radicalization in health decisionsPreventable maternal and fetal mortality

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