Best Steve Karlen Podcasts (2025)

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Are We More Free?--PODCAST Season 10, episode 48 1:06:17

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The pro-life legal landscape changed dramatically in 2025. 40 Days for Life general counsel Matt Britton joins us on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast to recap how pro-lifers are winning legally as well as on the sidewalks. Get the latest on: How the 40 Days for Life Institute of Law & Justice has helped stop the weaponization of law enf…

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Is Mac and Cheese Part of Thanksgiving?--PODCAST Season 10, episode 47 1:06:36

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Turkey talk ends at 27:22 There's a little extra to be grateful for this Thanksgiving. The defunding of Planned Parenthood and YOUR prayers combined to close TWO of the world's most notorious abortion facilities...plus closed abortion facilities in abortion-friendly states like California, Illinois, Vermont, Minnesota, and Colorado! Tune in to our …

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Kill 'Em All--PODCAST Season 10, episode 46 1:09:54

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Is social media a tool that fosters constructive dialogue...or an echo chamber responsible for worsening political tribalism? We tackle that question on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast as well as: Proven effective approaches to posting pro-life content that's actually engaging; Ineffective social media strategies that accomplish nothin…

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We're Spreading Misinformation--PODCAST Season 10, episode 45 59:38

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Banter ends at 13:40 Social media was supposed to advance freedom of speech by increasing access to the marketplace of ideas. Instead, the government and Big Tech teamed up to suppress and even punish pro-life speech as "dangerous" or "disinformation." Has censorship of pro-life messaging improved under the Trump administration? It's complicated. O…

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Saving Private Karlen--PODCAST Season 10, episode 44 55:35

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On Veterans Day, America pauses to honor the men and women in uniform who have sacrificed so much in defense of our country, our liberty, and our freedom...including the freedom to assemble in public to pray for an end to abortion. One of those heroes, Private Joe Karlen, nearly drowned in the English Channel on his way to help liberate Europe from…

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Birth Control Is a Blessing...--PODCAST Season 10, episode 43 1:06:02

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Contraception is designed to prevent untended pregnancies. Unintended pregnancies account for the majority of abortions. So it would seem that contraception reduces the number of abortions and that birth control is a blessing. But is that true? It's a disputed matter—especially among pro-lifers. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we a…

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Halloween, the Occult, and Ghostbusters--PODCAST Season 10, episode 42 58:03

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Depending on whom you ask, Halloween is either a day with Christian roots…or a gateway to the demonic. So which is it? It's important for pro-lifers to get this right. If we dabble in the demonic, not only do we endanger our souls, but we also won't be able to fight the evil of abortion. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a lo…

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Old School Vs. New School--PODCAST Season 10, episode 41 1:04:01

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Football banter ends at 13:00 Earlier this year, we reviewed Planned Parenthood Federation of America's unhinged annual report (40daysforlife.com/hope-stds-the-chop). The report showed how out of touch the abortion giant is at the national level. Surely, Planned Parenthood's local affiliates must be a little more grounded, right? … RIGHT? We took a…

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End of Life and Dying with Dignity--PODCAST Season 10, episode 40 1:15:14

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When a society celebrates the slaughter of unborn children, it's only a matter of time before the violence spreads to other vulnerable groups. So it's no surprise that same self-described humanists who brought us abortion and infanticide have set their sights on the elderly, the sick, and the disabled. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcas…

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The Surprising Origins of Planned Parenthood's Tax Funding--PODCAST Season 10, episode 39 1:03:28

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Until Congress and President Trump defunded Planned Parenthood this year, the abortion chain received nearly $800 million in taxpayer funding annually. But why? The answer to that question is far uglier and more sinister than you might expect. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we look into the strange sequence of events that led the …

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Bring Luke to the Vigil--PODCAST Season 10, episode 38 1:03:42

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Jesus spoke thousands of years ago and thousands of miles away to a culture much different from ours. And yet His divine Words speak intimately to each of us here and now. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we review 10 sayings of Jesus from the Gospel of Luke that are particularly relevant for pro-lifers.…

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Out-of-State Abortion Referrals--PODCAST Season 10, episode 37 50:20

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Most 40 Days for Life campaigns take place in front of abortion facilities... ...however, a lot of campaign teams stand vigil in front of Planned Parenthood referral locations, which direct women to the facilities that actually perform the abortions. Is it still worth praying in front of abortion referral centers that don't kill babies on site? Abs…

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Ramona Invades Buc-ee's--PODCAST Season 10, episode 36 1:07:48

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Are abortion restrictions and the defunding of Planned Parenthood the cause of more newborn babies being abandoned? On this listener-requested episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we discuss Safe Haven laws and efforts to prevent infant abandonment. We also consider objections to Save Haven laws and baby boxes...from both abortion supporters AN…

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Se7en Deadly Sins--PODCAST Season 10, episode 35 1:27:16

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Banter about the movie Se7en and unexpected show co-hosts premier ends at 7:13. We've all heard of the seven deadly sins. But what are they, and what is the antidote? How do they relate to us as pro-lifers? On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a closer look at the seven deadly sins, their connection to abortion, and what virtues…

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Back to School, Billy Got the Chop--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 34 58:27

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Banter ends at 3:30 It's Back to School time. But is your kids' school undermining your pro-life, Christian values? Some educators are teaching a lot more than reading, writing, and arithmetic. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we look at 7 red flags to look out for this school year, and tips for parents on how to address these red f…

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Ramona Got Arrested--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 33 1:16:11

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Banter about Ramona being a criminal ends at 15:14 We were planning to discuss marriage trends on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast... ...but then we found out Ramona got arrested. Tune in to get the juicy details. And THEN we discuss what's going on with marriage today, including: Marriage trends--and whether the cornerstone of society …

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9 Steps to Making Family Great Again--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 32 1:05:24

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Are you burned out? Monasteries have a "rule" that governs dailylife and maintains balance. But how can families juggling work, school, chores, and activities stay sane? On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we look at nine key decisions that can help you simplify family life and restore peace and joy to your day-to-day existence.…

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The Super Uncomfortable Chastity Episode--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 31 1:21:55

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PARENTAL DISCRETION IS ADVISED There's a way to reduce the abortion rate to ZERO. And anybody can do it! On this awkward episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a look at chastity--and why it's the key to ending abortion once and for all!By Shawn Carney, Heather Gardner, Steve Karlen

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Writing on the Wall--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 30 55:32

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Banter ends at 7:13 Abortion facilities are closing at a historic pace. New York. Illinois. California. Michigan. Iowa. Vermont. Minnesota. Each closed facility is an answer to prayer, and on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we break down the factors that put abortion centers out of business.…

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Holiness Is In, Baby!--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 29 1:06:05

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The number of Christians in America has dropped dramatically over the last two decades...until recently when the decline of Christianity abruptly stopped. What happened? On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we reveal the reasons behind the sudden resurgence of Christianity.By Shawn Carney, Heather Gardner, Steve Karlen

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Yes, You Are A Nazi--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 28 1:14:19

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We'd like to think society has evolved beyond the genocides of the 20th century, the sad reality is that eugenics is back, as Utopian visionaries once again target "undesirables"--this time before birth. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a look at the NEW eugenics pushed by the abortion industry.…

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Top 5 Cereals of All-Time--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 27 54:57

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Cereal banter ends and security guard discussion begins at 17:20 Ending abortion requires creativity and innovation...and pro-lifers are rising to the occasion, developing Abortion Pill Reversal, new approaches to Sidewalk Outreach, and clever legislative strategies. But at its core, ending abortion is a spiritual battle rooted in the ordinary, eve…

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God, Fireworks, and 'Merica--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 26 1:01:12

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Not long ago, America lost its swagger. Morale was down...and sentiment that the republic's best days were behind us was up. But the vibes have shifted. As we celebrate our independence—and on the brink of the 250th anniversary of our nation—America is cool again. And it's no coincidence that the great American comeback coincides with a major run o…

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Back to the Future--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 25 1:06:07

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The overturning of Roe v. Wade three years ago was decades in the making. And in fact, it was only possible because of a 31-year-long chain of extraordinarily improbable events. Every last link of that chain was necessary for the Supreme Court to dismantle Roe. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we look at the miraculous developments …

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Biden, Skittles, and the ER--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 24 45:03

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Abortion advocates describe abortion pills as a safe way to end an unintended pregnancy. But new data shows that abortion pills are MUCH more dangerous than the industry would have you believe. These deadly pills now account for the majority of abortions in America and much of the rest of the world. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, …

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Make Hetero Awesome--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 23 1:10:35

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It's "Pride Month" again. But the endless varieties of rainbow flags aren't quite as prevalent as they were just a few years ago. Pride comes before the fall—and on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we review the mounting evidence that the forced celebration of LGBTQ+ ideology is old news. We cover: How corporate America is distancing i…

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Hope, STDs, and "the Chop"--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 22 43:38

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Planned Parenthood released its 2023-24 annual report. And it's so insane it merits its own podcast episode. AGAIN. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, former Planned Parenthood manager Ramona Trevino joins us to break down the most unhinged excerpts of Planned Parenthood's annual report. We discuss: What is virginity (according to Pla…

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Actress from SNL, Forrest Gump, Men In Black Joins the Podcast--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 21 46:19

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Siobhan Fallon Hogan appeared on Saturday Night Life, Seinfeld, and MANY of your favorite movies. Perhaps more important are the roles she refused to take because they conflicted with her Christian faith. Siobhan joins The 40 Days for Life Podcast to discuss the best mainstream films that weren't intended to be pro-life--but nevertheless convey a p…

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Ask This Question--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 20 1:02:16

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"Choice." "Reproductive Justice." "Pregnancy Interruption." There is a seemingly endless number of terms used to describe abortion. But none of them ever actually says what abortion is or what abortion does. If you're passionate about something, you typically LOVE to talk about it. Not abortion supporters. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Po…

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Lions and Tigers and Bureaucrats, Oh My!--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 19 48:22

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For all the handwringing about saving democracy, government "of the people, by the people, and for the people" has given way to bureaucracy. Now, government of, by, and for unelected, unaccountable bureaucrats rules America. But the 40 Days for Life Institute of Law & Justice is fighting back! On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, our ge…

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9 and 1/2 Family Vacation Destinations--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 18 1:09:13

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With summer just around the corner, it's a great time to pack the family car and head out on the Great American road trip. If you don't have plans for a summer vacation yet, we've got you covered with ideas for some fun while the kids are off of school. These family-friendly trips can be done on a budget if the destination is drivable. Tune in...an…

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Teen Dating: Yes or No?--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 17 1:04:36

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It's prom season—a time for dancing, fun, and…teen pregnancies. That prompts an important—and controversial—question: What's the Christian position on teenagers dating? Is it innocent fun—or a recipe for disaster? We chime in with our opinions on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast.By Shawn Carney, Ramona Trevino, Steve Karlen

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10 People You Meet in Acts of the Apostles and at Planned Parenthood--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 16 55:58

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Luke wrote "Acts of the Apostles" as a sequel to his Gospel. The book picks up after the ascension of Jesus to chronicle the life of the early Church. That makes the Easter season a great time to pray through Acts of the Apostles. Previously on The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we introduced you to 9 People You Meet at Christ's Birth AND Planned Parent…

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Keeping the "Holy" in Holy Week--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 15 50:11

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Holy Week is the pivot of all of human history. The "week that changed the world" reconciled man to God, atoned for our sins, and opened the doors to everlasting life. Holy Week should also serve as the pivot of our entire year. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we share tips for observing Holy Week in a way that will turbocharge you…

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The New Toxic Masculinity--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 14 1:00:35

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A majority of pro-life Americans are women, but new survey data from Gallup shows that men are catching up. Nearly half of men now identify as pro-life. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we break down the encouraging trend of men waking up to the reality of abortion and the harm it causes women, babies…and themselves.…

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All Hope Is Lost (Not Quite)--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 13 1:05:12

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More than 25,000 babies have been saved at a 40 Days for Life vigil since 2007 that we know of. Every time a life is saved, the pain and destruction of abortion are averted, and limitless potential is unleashed. But what about when we don't save any babies? Are our efforts still worth it? Of course--and we'll share five things to remember when you …

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MAGA Messaging Magic--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 12 1:02:49

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In late 2011, Donald Trump said he wouldn't rule out running as an independent candidate for president because we must "Make America Great Again." Five years later, Trump would ride the phrase all the way to the White House—a feat he repeated again last year. Can pro-lifers use the magic of MAGA messaging to win hearts and minds on abortion? Yes! A…

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YIKES! Abortion is NOT in the Bible--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 11 1:06:00

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Banter ends at 7:16 Have you ever had an abortion supporter--or maybe even a pro-lifer--tell you that praying on the sidewalk for an end to abortion is anti-biblical? On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we explore the various scripture verses used to "prove" that 40 Days for Life is prohibited by the Bible!…

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NY Times Blasts Planned Parenthood (But What's Behind It?)--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 10 58:54

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Recently, the New York Times published results of an investigation revealing that America's leading abortion provider is in crisis. Interviews with more than 50 current and former Planned Parenthood executives, consultants, and medical staff members show a startling pattern of botched abortions, disillusioned staffers, and financial devastation. On…

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Lenten Winners and Losers--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 9 1:03:46

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Everybody knows Lent is a great time to pray more. But that's easier said than done. Knowing that we should step up our prayer life isn't the same as knowing how to step up our prayer life. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we give you practical ideas for growing your relationship with the Lord this Lent.…

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Hollywood Repents--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 8 1:08:03

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On last week's episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we broke down 10 pop culture phenomena that ruined the world. But things are looking up. Wokeness is on life support, and there's evidence that the chaos of the last decade is giving way to a return to sanity. On this podcast, we look at 10 encouraging pop-culture trends that show America is b…

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Friends, Dirty Dancing and Joel Osteen, Oh My!--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 7 1:23:27

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Television, music, and movies can tell you a lot about a society…and pop culture hasn't exactly put our society's best foot forward. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we reveal 10 pop culture phenomena that ruined the world.By Shawn Carney, Heather Gardner, Steve Karlen

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The Hardest of the Hard Cases--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 6 1:06:33

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Banter ends at 14:53. Abortion advocates have a hard job trying to make the slaughter of children palatable to the public. So they share heartbreaking stories of mothers facing difficult pregnancies—rape, incest, and maternal health challenges—and then assert that abortion is the only solution. If you suggest killing a child isn't necessary, aborti…

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Are Animals as Valuable as People?--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 5 1:15:05

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Do animals possess the same dignity as people? From doggy strollers to laws establishing legal rights for rivers, there's a growing push to elevate the status of animals and nature... ...and to undermine the unique dignity of human beings. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we explore how putting nature on a pedestal is dangerous for …

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Tax Funding for Planned Parenthood Is a Joke--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 4 1:04:07

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Planned Parenthood touts itself as a health care provider. But the legitimate services the abortion chain provides are either overstated or can be obtained elsewhere. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we break down why defunding America's leading abortion provider would not negatively impact women--and would instead improve America's…

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Roe Was Never Viable--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 3 1:00:44

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Roe v. Wade subjected America to nearly five decades of abortion on demand in all 50 states. Two and a half years after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned it and restored Americans' right to protect the least of our brothers and sisters, it's clearer than ever that Roe was destined for the scrapyard. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, …

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Managing the Emotional Impact of Praying at an Abortion Facility--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 2 57:00

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Abortion weighs heavily on the hearts of pro-lifers who witness women walking into abortion facilities despite their efforts to offer life-affirming alternatives. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we discuss the emotional toll we face as pro-life advocates and ways to combat the emotional fatigue we feel.…

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Human Trafficking and Abortion--PODCAST Season 10, Episode 1 1:10:12

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Human trafficking is modern-day slavery--and the fastest growing form of organized crime. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we look at the harrowing statistics, how the human trafficking industry and abortion industry are deeply intertwined, the impact of human trafficking rescue efforts, and what you can do to prevent human traffick…

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Can Moms Do Anything?--PODCAST Season 9, Episode 52 1:11:08

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Banter ends at 6:15 It's important for pro-lifers to remind young women who find themselves facing unplanned pregnancies that their dreams, careers, and goals are still attainable. But we should also be clear that "just" being a mom isn't settling. It's the greatest achievement of all. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we dive into w…

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7 Christmas Carols that Mean More to Pro-Lifers--PODCAST Season 9, Episode 51 1:04:22

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It's the most wonderful time of the year. As we prepare to break for the celebration of our Lord's birth, we dive into seven of the most beloved Christmas carols…and why they mean a little more to pro-lifers!By Shawn Carney, Heather Gardner, Steve Karlen