iHeartMedia debuted a new scripted original podcast that tells the true story of the historic Roe v. Wade case. Supreme: The Battle for Roe is a nine-part series focusing on Sarah Weddington, the youngest woman to argue a case in the Supreme Court.
Created by Aaron Tracy, directed by Rachel Winter, and produced by Ben Spector, Rachel Winter, Aaron Tracy, and Eva Longoria, the podcast brings to life the extraordinary journey of 26-year-old attorney Sarah Weddington with a cast including Maya Hawke, William H. Macy, Abigail Breslin, Andrea Savage, Felicity Huffman, Laura Benanti, Garrett Hedlund, Josh Hamilton, Luke Kirby, and William Fichtner.
“I am honored to be a part of this project, alongside such a talented cast and creative team, to share Sarah Weddington’s story of remarkable courage and determination,” said Hawke. “This podcast will shed light on an important, but largely unknown figure in history, and bring her inspiring legacy to life for a new generation”
“We are proud to present Supreme: The Battle for Roe as our latest original series,” said iHeartPodcasts President Will Pearson. “It’s a gripping and inspiring story, coupled with an exceptional cast and creative team, and is a testament to the power of storytelling and the impact it can have on shaping our understanding of pivotal moments in history. It showcases our commitment to delivering top-quality, thought-provoking content to our listeners and we look forward to sharing it with our audiences everywhere.”
