Must-Listen: ‘The Retrievals’ Returns
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July 10, 2025
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Why do so many women experience pain during C-sections? “The Retrievals,” Season 2, is an intimate, character-driven investigation into a widespread problem — and the people trying to solve it.

All four episodes of Season 2 are out now for New York Times subscribers. Otherwise, start with Episode 1 today.

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