

Emma Waters
Policy analyst at the Center for Technology and the Human Person (Heritage Foundation) specializing in family, biotechnology, and reproductive medicine policy.
Top 5 podcasts with Emma Waters
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Feb 19, 2025 • 1h 2min
IVF | Cincinnatus Series
Emma Waters, a senior research associate at the Heritage Foundation, Natalie Dodson from the Ethics and Public Policy Center, and Inez Stepman of the Independent Women's Forum share their insights on the ethical dilemmas surrounding IVF. They discuss the moral implications of embryo discard, genetic selection, and the potential role of AI in reproductive choices. The trio emphasizes the need for thoughtful legislation that prioritizes parental rights while confronting the evolving landscape of bioethics and the complexities of modern parenthood.

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Mar 23, 2026 • 40min
Modern Christian Womanhood | Emma Waters
Emma Waters, policy analyst and author of Lead Like Jael, offers a concise Christian take on womanhood, marriage, and motherhood. She critiques both “girl boss” feminism and romanticized trad-wife ideals. Topics include remote work and home economics, childcare research and trade-offs, the story of Jael as a model for strategic domestic faithfulness, and practical principles for mentoring and family-first choices.

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Nov 13, 2025 • 0sec
WarRoom Battleground EP 891: Tech Bros, Designer Babies, and AI Suicides
Emma Waters, a policy analyst from The Heritage Foundation, dives into the ethical dilemmas surrounding embryo selection and germline editing, arguing against consumer eugenics and the moral implications of destroying embryos. Brendan Steinhauser from the Alliance for Secure AI highlights the dangers of chatbots, spotlighting lawsuits against OpenAI for suicides linked to AI influence, and advocates for state-led regulations to protect children. Together, they explore the intersection of technology, human dignity, and AI accountability.

Feb 15, 2026 • 1h 22min
DEBATE: Is it wrong to handpick your baby's genes?
Emma Waters, a policy analyst focused on family and biotech policy, and Jonathan Anomaly, a philosopher and author on genetic enhancement, spar over polygenic embryo screening. They explain how the technology works and debate scientific limits. They argue about moral status, the ethics of selecting or discarding embryos, potential social harms, inequality, and who might benefit most.

Mar 11, 2026 • 21min
Honoring Women Well | Marguerite Bowling & Emma Waters
Marguerite Bowling, a senior communications manager and mother of three, shares how faith, family priorities, and marriage shaped her work and parenting. Emma Waters, a bioethics policy analyst and working mother, reflects on choosing motherhood, routines that boost productivity, and prioritizing family-friendly career choices. They discuss complementarity, practical support for parents, and rejecting extreme labels.


