Periodical tells the unexpected story of the human body by exploring the marvel and mystery of the menstrual cycle, from first period to last. Bringing you stories from soccer champion Megan Rapinoe who reveals how the U.S. Soccer team tracks their cycles when training for the Women’s World Cup (which they won), to scientists who are discovering the power and possibilities of stem cells found in period blood, to young activists flipping the bill on period tax one state at a time, to celebrities like Gloria Steinem, Ashley Greene Khoury, and Anna Konkle advocating in their own rights, we uncover the the shocking truths, challenge taboos, and celebrate the untapped potential of this special nutrient-dense blood. Through innovative mixed media storytelling, Periodical is for everyone who wants to know more about the menstrual cycle, and especially for those who don’t.
Co-Producers
XTR
MSNBC Films
Producer
Pegah Farahmand
Co-Producer
Kourtney Gleason
Executive Producers
Kathryn Everett
Justin Lacob
Kathleen Flood
Rashida Jones
Amanda Spain
Co-Executive Producer
Matt Cherchio
Distributor
MSNBC Films