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California Family Council's weekly show giving you the latest news on Life, Family, and Liberty, live from Sacramento!
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The Trusted Way podcast brings together experts across the surrogacy and egg donation industry to have thoughtful discussions about how to participate in assisted reproductive technology in an ethical and moral way. Hosted by Abby Helmuth and Zach French from SeedTrust, the leading third party escrow provider dedicated to bringing more transparency and safety to family building. Each episode features insights from lawyers, doctors, surrogates, intended parents and other professionals. By hig ...
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79: Remembering Charlie Kirk: Faith, Legacy, and the Call to Stand
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29:18In this episode of Coffee Culture and the Capitol, Sophia Lorey and Greg Jere tackle the sobering reality of what it means to stand for truth in a broken and hostile world. They reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, honoring his courage and unwavering faith. Sophia shares her own testimony of facing harassment and persecution for spe…
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Beyond Borders: Navigating the Complexities of International Surrogacy with Karen Estrada of Gestacy
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22:34What does it take to build a successful and ethical international surrogacy program? In this episode of The Future of Surrogacy, we sit down with Karen Estrada of Gestacy. Drawing on both her professional expertise (including law and international taxation) and her personal infertility journey, Karen sheds light on the nuances of surrogacy programs…
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78: Temecula Girls Walk Out: Protecting Privacy + Legislature Doubles Down on AB 495
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26:36In Episode 78, Greg and Sophia shine a spotlight on two powerful stories unfolding in California. First, Sophia reports from Temecula’s James L. Day Middle School, where girls — joined by supportive classmates and parents — walked out to protest a district policy that forces them to share locker rooms with boys. Students carried signs, wore white b…
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What Happens When Surrogates Prefer Talking to AI with Billie Simmons
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38:35Younger generations don’t just tolerate AI—they often trust it more. They text with it, joke with it, and even treat it like a friend. And when it comes to something as personal as the surrogacy journey, the reality is stark: many candidates would rather talk to an AI assistant on their own schedule than wait for the dreaded auto-reply email that s…
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77: AB 495: A Threat to Parental Rights, Surrogacy Scandals, and Dr. James Dobson’s Legacy
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38:40📌 Greg Burt & Sophia Lorey break down the most pressing family issues in California and beyond. In this episode, we: Discuss AB 495, a dangerous bill that undermines parental rights, with insights from Jonathan Keller and attorney Matt Sharp of ADF. Share highlights from Jonathan Keller’s powerful Capitol rally speech against AB 495. Uncover the da…
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How bad actors *might* ruin surrogacy for everyone with Surrogacy Attorney Kim Surratt
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43:13In this episode, we're joined by Kim Surratt, one of the nation’s leading attorneys in surrogacy and adoption law, to unpack the legal and ethical complexities shaping the surrogacy industry today. With over 20 years of experience in family law, Kim brings a candid look at where the system is working—and where it’s falling short. From the patchwork…
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76: "SB 403 & AB 495: Life, Death, and the Fight for Truth"
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33:29In this episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol, Sophia Lorey and Greg Burt tackle three critical topics shaping California’s future. They begin by unpacking Snopes’ recent coverage of AB 495, which dismissed concerns about custody and child protection as “false.” Sophia and Greg break down the bill’s text, address the so-called fact-check head…
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Private Equity: What Happens When Surrogacy Agencies Get Investors?
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39:32How does private equity change surrogacy? Caitlyn Devine, Executive Director at Center for Surrogate Parenting (CSP), joins Erin Quick from Simbe to share how CSP navigated the transition from family-run agency to private equity investment—without losing sight of their mission or humanity. We dig into what PE means for day-to-day operations, afford…
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75: The Bill That Lets Strangers Take Your Kids — AB 495 Exposed with Attorney Nicole Pearson
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55:36In Episode 75 of Coffee, Culture & the Capitol, Greg Burt interviews Nicole Pearson, attorney and founder of FACTS, LAW, TRUTH, JUSTICE, to expose the alarming realities of California’s Assembly Bill 495 — the so-called Family Preparedness Plan Act of 2025. Greg and Nicole walk through step by step how AB 495 will update the California Caregiver’s …
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74: Who’s Protecting the Kids? Not the Press. Not the Politicians. The Truth About Trans Surgeries
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37:02This week on Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol, Sophia Lorey and Greg Burt dive deep into two of California’s most controversial—and underreported—child welfare stories. First, they unpack the shocking silence surrounding Kaiser Permanente’s decision to pause all "gender-affirming" surgeries on minors. While mainstream media all but ignored the stor…
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73: “Inside the Battle: Greg Burt & Sophia Lorey on Parental Rights and Truth Under Fire in CA
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43:35In Episode 73 of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol, Greg Burt and Sophia Lorey team up to break down a turbulent week at the Capitol where parental rights, school choice, and biological truth are under legislative attack. Join Greg and Sophia as they expose the dangers behind four controversial bills moving through the legislature: 🎒 AB 84 – Killing…
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Surrogacy, Technology & Heart: A Candid Conversation with All Love Surrogacy's, Crystal Rosburg
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32:50In this episode of The Future of Surrogacy, we sit down with Crystal Rosburg, CEO of All Love Surrogacy and two-time surrogate (watch one of her stories here!), to explore how the field has evolved over the past two decades—from hands-on clinic roles to leading one of today’s most compassionate agencies. Crystal shares how her own journey as a surr…
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72: A Christian Vision for Adoption: Hope, Life & Legislative Action, Interview with Terri Marcroft
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28:54A Christian Vision for Adoption: Hope, Life & Legislative Action, Interview with Terri Marcroft In this powerful episode, California Family Council Vice President Greg Burt sits down with Terri Marcroft, founder of Unplanned Good, to explore why adoption remains one of the most overlooked and misunderstood options for women facing unplanned pregnan…
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71: “CIF Chaos, Psilocybin Pushback & A Presidential Callout”
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42:45Episode 71: “CIF Chaos, Psilocybin Pushback & A Presidential Callout” In this explosive episode, Sophia and Greg pull back the curtain on a whirlwind week in California politics, sports, and spiritual warfare. ➡️ Track Meet Turmoil: Sophia shares the full story behind her shocking ejection from the CIF State Championship Track Meet — a firsthand ac…
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70: Lawmakers Celebrate Man w History of Teen Boy Exploitation & Girls' Sports Take Another Hit
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42:39In this episode, we expose the shocking decisions being made by California leaders—from honoring a man with a deeply troubling history involving underage boys to allowing biological males to dominate girls’ athletics, while silencing truth in our schools. 🛑 Parental Rights Victory:We break down a major legal win in S.E. v. Grey, where a federal jud…
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69: CA Democrats Fight Back Against Making it a Felony to Purchase 16 & 17 Year Olds for Sex
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42:48Tune into this weeks episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol to learn about CA Assembly debating whether or not it should be a felony to purchase 15 & 16 year olds for sex CA Democrats killing a bill that would keep male sex offenders out of women’s prisons and boys currently taking the top spot in girls’ sports in CA…
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68: Adoption, Age & Consent Verification, & Psychedelics all at the Capitol this Week
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46:47Ep. 68: Adoption, Age & Consent Verification, & Psychedelics all at the Capitol this Week! Tune into this episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol to learn about what happened at the CA State Capitol this week. We dive into AB 1453, AB 392, and SB 751By California Family Council
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67: Trevor Project, Late Term Abortion, Bible Verse Misused - All This Week at the CA Capitol
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53:28We had 19 bills from the CFC Watch List heard at the Capitol this week. Tune in as we review some of them and then dive into AB 727 which would put the Trevor Project on the back of school IDs. On the Trevor project - 13 year olds can access clubs & chat rooms such as: Our Dads Suck Club Love Sick Lesbians Furries United Polyamory Club Satanists Wi…
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66: Asm. Zbur Compares Those Protecting Girls' Sports to Nazi's
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38:53Tune into this episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol to learn about… The CA March for Life Asm. Democrats Killing the Save Girls’ Sports Bill Bills that will be heard next week!By California Family Council
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65: CA IVF & Mental Health Bills...All you need to know!
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25:37Ep. 65: CA IVF & Mental Health Bills...All you need to know!By California Family Council
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64: Charlie Kirk on Gov. Newsom's Podcast?!
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52:12Gov. Newsom invites Charlie Kirk onto his podcast?! You won’t believe what went down in this conversation. 🤯 CFC breaks it down—what was said, what wasn’t, and what this means for the bigger political picture. Tune in now!By California Family Council
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Ep. 63: New bills & Event UpdatesBy California Family Council
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62: CA Legislators Introduce Bills to Protect Women, Children & Parental Rights!
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20:14By California Family Council
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61: The Harsh Reality of Men in Women's Prisons
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29:43Ep. 61: The Harsh Reality of Men in Women's Prisons 🚨 What happens when policies prioritize ideology over justice? 🚨 On this episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol, Greg Burt and Sophia Lorey expose the taxpayer-funded injustice of men being housed in women’s prisons. How did we get here, and what can be done? Plus, they discuss Trump’s lates…
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60: An Attempt to Protect Girls’ Sports in California?!
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28:35Ep. 60: An Attempt to Protect Girls’ Sports in California?! Tune in to this episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol to learn about… California Lawmaker Defends Women’s Athletics with Bold ‘Protect Girls’ Sports Act’ Federal Judge Defends Teachers Right to Say No to State’s Gender Secrecy Policy and Ex-Planned Parenthood Attorney Pushes Dangerou…
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59: California’s Assisted Suicide Debate Deepens: Senator Pushes for Dementia Inclusion
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21:36The first episode of 2025! Tune into this weeks episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol Greg and Sophia discuss California State Senator Catherine Blakespear is reigniting the debate over assisted suicide by seeking to expand the state’s End of Life Option Act (EOLOA). The 2016 law, which allows terminally ill adults with less than six months t…
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58: Female Athletes "Save Girls Sports" Shirts Get Correlated to a Swastika Symbol
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49:26Female Athletes "Save Girls Sports" Shirts Get Correlated to a Swastika Symbol On this episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol Greg and Sophia discuss… MLK High School allowing a boy onto the girls' cross country team, then violating the girls' first amendment rights… SacBee correlating parents who are pro-parent notification policy to the suic…
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57: Parental Rights Groups Announce Wave of School Board Victories Across California
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24:00Tune in to learn all about... In an overwhelming series of victories for families, a coalition of parental rights groups are grateful that the voters saw what is at stake and ushered in a wave of pro-parental rights candidates to school board seats across California. As voters took a powerful stand for transparency, accountability, and the fundamen…
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56: Newsom’s Political Stunt: Special Session to Defy Trump’s Administration
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27:19On this episode Greg Burt and Sophia Lorey discuss Governor Gavin Newsom scheduling a special legislative session to push back against the Trump Administration. Gov. Newsom seems to be upset about abortion "rights", transgender ideology, and illegal immigration. Burt and Lorey also discuss school board race wins, specifically on the issue of parent…
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55: Signed & Vetoed by Governor Newsom, Recap on the Bills!
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40:49Tune in as Greg and Sophia discuss which bills Gov. Newsom signed and vetoed from CFC's bill watch list. The two-year California State Legislative session ended in September with the passage of several bills CFC supported and a bunch more it opposed. We give a brief overview of the bills currently on Governor Gavin Newsom's desk, waiting for a deci…
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54: The CA Legislators Received Grades Based on Biblical Values
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33:04On this episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol Greg and Sophia dive into... CIF the governing body of High School sports in CA has policies to onboard males into girls sports and locker rooms. Sophia discusses speaking at the CIF Federated Board Meeting Greg dives into the Scorecards released by the CA Family Alliance which shows the score tha…
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Today on Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol we have CFC President Jonathan Keller joining Sophia Lorey. Tune in as they discuss: The OC 2024 Life, Family, Liberty Gala! 5 CFC Victories in CA this year. What the plans are for the future of CFC... and more!By California Family Council
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52: Child Marriage on the Ballot? Male on a D1 Volleyball Women's team?
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22:00Child Marriage on the Ballot? Male on a D1 Volleyball Women's team? Tune into this Episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol to learn more about Prop 3 that is on the ballot in CA and what it really will do. Sophia and Greg also discuss the current situation with a male volleyball played on the women’s San Jose State D1 Volleyball team.…
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51: Parents Win Big: Elk Grove Schools Set to Revamp LGBTQ+ Club Secrecy Policies
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26:39Tune into this weeks episode of “Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol” with Sophia Lorey and Greg Burt! This week Greg and Sophia discuss how in March of this year parents publicly exposed secret elementary LGBTQ clubs in Elk Grove, and new updates and wins that have come out this week! So what has happened? Parents at a California elementary school we…
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50: Prop 3: CA vs. Marriage...Child Marriage? Polygamy? Incestuous Marriage?
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39:29“Prop 3: CA vs. Marriage” Child Marriage? Polygamy? Incestuous Marriage? President of CFC, Jonathan Keller sits down with Katy Faust, Founder and President of Them Before Us, and Tanner DiBella Founder & President of the American Council to discuss Proposition 3. Proposition 3 will be on the ballot this November for Californians. What will this ent…
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49: CA Assembly Dems vote to give Illegal Immigrants home loans with 0% down!
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31:02CA Assembly Dems vote to give Illegal Immigrants home loans with 0% down! On this Episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol we discuss: - AB 1840 which gives Illegal Immigrants home loans with 0% down - AB 1825 violates the right of public libraries to protect children from sexually explicit content - and men in women’s prisons!…
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48: CA Legislature believes men can have babies?!
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27:53CA Legislature believes men can get have babies?! Tune in to learn more about SB 729 and more bills that CFC is opposed to!By California Family Council
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47: The CA Legislature kills a bill to protect children from online pornography
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25:44The CA Legislature kills a bill to protect children from online pornography - What was the bill about? - Who killed it? - What can YOU do? _SB 1414 Update: making the buying of a minor for sex a felony Tune in now!By California Family Council
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The Legislators are coming back to the Capitol on Monday August 5th! We have one month left for them to send bills to Governor Newsom's desk! Tune in to here about which bills - both good and bad - that CFC are watching, and fighting for/against! We touch on everything from parents rights, to abortion, to the attack on women in prisons! Tune in……
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45: AB 1955 Goes to the Governor's Desk after Unhinged Floor Vote
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55:39What is happening at the Capitol? Parents rights under attack, free condoms in HS, some legislators believe men can get pregnant?! Well tune in to this episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol to get the whole run down!By California Family Council
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44: A State Senator Calls Parents Nasty?!
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49:40A State Senator Calls Parents Nasty?! Tune in to find out why… - Learn about AB 1955 and how we are pushing back on the attack on parents rights - AB 2442, the CA Legislature is working to expedite medical licenses for those willing to commit “trans surgeries” - How to stand true to your beliefs when the world is pushing back on you - and more!…
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43: Arizona Doctors Come to CA to Perform Abortions???
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31:48Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol - CA Legislators promoting abortion for Arizonans in California - What is going on with Age Verification for Online Pornography - AG Bonta is once again fighting parental rightsBy California Family Council
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42: In Depth Interview on AB 3080 Age Verification for Online Pornography
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31:07Greg Burt, California Family Council Vice President, sits down with Joseph Kohm, Attorney and Director of Public Policy at Family Policy Alliance to discuss AB 3080 the Age Verification for Online Pornography bill introduced by Assembly Member Juan AlanisBy California Family Council
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41: AB 3080 Age Verification for Online Pornography Passes its First Committee!
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31:10Greg Burt, California Family Council Vice President, sits down with Joseph Kohm, Attorney and Director of Public Policy at Family Policy Alliance to discuss AB 3080 the Age Verification for Online Pornography bill introduced by Assembly Member Juan AlanisBy California Family Council
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Tune in to this episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol to learn all about how… - CA Democrats killed a bill which would have Shielded Street Sex Trafficking Victims from Buyers/Pimps - 2 CA Assemblywoman claim men can get pregnant - Senator Scott Wiener attacks women’s sports while Senator Brian Jones defends women sports…
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39: STI Epidemic, Human Trafficking, and Porn Sites
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24:36Tune into Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol to learn about SB 954, SB 1219, and AB 3080. Two good bills, one bad! Culture has become hypersexualized and these bills are a result of that. We touch on sexually transmitted infections epidemic, human trafficking, and pornhub.By California Family Council
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38: Secret LGBTQ+ Elementary School Meetings Exposed
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49:56Tune in to hear about A Secret club being hidden from parents in Elk Grove, CA School District Erasure of Women at the State Capitol THREE great bills at the CA Capitol that CFC is supporting! And so much moreBy California Family Council
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37: Parent Notification Gets its First Real Debate at the Capitol
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34:39Valentines Day episode of Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol! Tune in to hear about - What it means as a Christian to love like Christ - CFC review of yesterdays Cal Matter Conversation between Asm. Jackson and Asm. Essayli: Book Bans, Parent Notification and Pronoun Wars: What is in store for school boards 2024 - And the Super Bowl ad: “He Gets Us”…
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36: Governor Newsom Being Targeted by Federal Lawsuit!
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39:05Tune into Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol Podcast this week to learn about… - CIF -(the governing board of HS sports in CA) Policies on allowing boys in girls sports - Senator Scott Weiners new bill SB 1012 to authorize psychedelic drug treatments in CA - The lawsuit now targeting CA Governor and Attorney General for compelling teachers to lie to …
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35: What the State Legislature is Doing About AI Generated Child Pornography
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23:36Tune into Coffee, Culture, and the Capitol Podcast this week to learn about… - State Legislature Takes a Stand Against AI-Generated Child Pornography and Exploitation - Religious Freedom Win: Newsom Officials Fail to Force CA Church to Abandon Beliefs about Human Sexuality - Christian Baker Files Brief with CA Court of Appeal After Refusing to Bake…
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