Topic: Pro Life

14 chapters across the catalog

Mucho Retardo
Episode 1804 1:46:59 - 1:50:08

1804: Mucho Retardo

Pope Francis, Pro-Life Definitions and Senator Dick Durbin

Pope Francis commented on the controversy surrounding Senator Dick Durbin and a Catholic award, suggesting that being "pro-life" must include opposition to the death penalty and humane treatment of immigrants, not just opposition to abortion.

Canuck Chuck
Episode 1526 1:02:36 - 1:05:57

1526: Canuck Chuck

Mark Houck Acquittal, FACE Act, FBI Overreach

Pro-life activist Mark Houck was found not guilty of federal charges related to an incident at an abortion clinic. The case drew national attention after the FBI conducted a high-profile raid on Houck's home, which his attorneys characterized as an intimidation tactic by the Department of Justice.

Internet of Dogs
Episode 1480 21:34 - 23:29

1480: Internet of Dogs

Christian Podcasters, De-platforming Threats and Jen Briney

Christian podcasters at the Dallas event report being threatened with expulsion if a single complaint is lodged against their content. Jen Briney of the Congressional Dish podcast describes being shunned by peers for her reporting on the 2014 Ukraine coup and Victoria Nuland. The discussion centers on the increasing intolerance for non-mainstream political or religious views within the podcasting industry.

Agitprop
Episode 1252 2:51:58 - 2:54:12

1252: Agitprop

Catholic Church Rift and Archbishop Viganò

The Catholic Church is facing an internal rift over COVID-19 lockdowns and political alignments, with retired Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò emerging as a vocal supporter of Donald Trump. The divide also touches on long-standing issues like pro-life versus pro-choice stances and the leadership of Pope Francis. Some traditionalists view the current Vatican leadership as being out of step with the faith's core tenets.

Pregnant Person
Episode 1138 2:55:02 - 2:58:10

1138: Pregnant Person

History of Vasectomies and Pro-Life Perspectives

A discussion on reproductive rights leads to the history of vasectomies, which reportedly began in the 1800s as an alternative to the castration of violent prisoners. One host clarifies their "pro-life" stance while acknowledging the necessity of choice for women and expressing a controversial openness to televised capital punishment for transparency.

Smart Wall
Episode 1106 54:06 - 56:33

1106: Smart Wall

Ben Shapiro, March for Life Baby Hitler Comments

During a speech at the March for Life, Ben Shapiro used a hypothetical scenario involving "baby Hitler" to argue the pro-life position, stating that a baby is not yet the adult criminal they might become. Shapiro delivered the speech while reading from a laptop on stage, a style choice that drew commentary. The segment also notes that Shapiro reportedly lost sponsors following the controversial remarks.

Bong Rip
Episode 1016 38:54 - 42:42

1016: Bong Rip

Henry McMaster, Left-Wing Political Exploitation Claims

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster criticized the student walkouts as a "shameful" political statement by left-wing groups rather than a sincere memorial. The hosts discuss the media's fawning coverage of the walkouts compared to the relative silence surrounding pro-life marches. They also mention Megan McCain's defense of the Second Amendment on "The View."

Loyalty Test
Episode 899 2:15:50 - 2:19:31

899: Loyalty Test

March for Life, Mike Pence Speech and Media Collusion

Vice President Mike Pence became the first sitting VP to address the annual March for Life in Washington. The hosts note that the event received more coverage this year after President Trump criticized the media for ignoring it. They also express concern over the "collusion" of major networks in sharing the David Muir interview with Trump simultaneously.

Loyalty Test
Episode 899 2:19:32 - 2:22:39

899: Loyalty Test

Marjorie Dannenfelser Interview, Pro-Life Voters and Trump Support

Marjorie Dannenfelser, a leader in the pro-life movement, was interviewed on PBS regarding her transition from a "Never Trump" position to a supporter. She stated that while Trump was initially the movement's last choice, his policy commitments on abortion made him the superior candidate over Hillary Clinton. Dannenfelser cited abortion as a primary factor in Trump's victory in battleground states.

Douchebag Disneyland
Episode 897 54:10 - 57:47

897: Douchebag Disneyland

Pro-Life Feminists, Exclusion from Women's March

A pro-life feminist group was removed as an official partner of the Women's March following a social media backlash. The group's representative argued that the march failed its own standards of "inclusivity" by silencing women with differing ideological backgrounds.

Clinton Condign
Episode 813 1:16:25 - 1:19:25

813: Clinton Condign

MSNBC Town Hall Context and Pro-Life Debate

A review of the unedited MSNBC Town Hall footage shows Donald Trump attempting to discuss the importance of Supreme Court appointments following the death of Antonin Scalia. Trump initially tries to frame the abortion issue around judicial philosophy before being pressured by Chris Matthews into the "punishment" comment. The hosts note that Matthews explicitly stated he does not understand the pro-life position.

Misgendering
Episode 743 14:52 - 17:51

743: Misgendering

Carly Fiorina Commentary, Visual Tactics of Pro-Life Activism

Carly Fiorina's public stance against Planned Parenthood is analyzed, specifically her point regarding the hypocritical use of ultrasound technology for harvesting rather than for maternal bonding. The discussion notes a shift in pro-life tactics from using "bloody" imagery to showing clean, recognizable fetal appendages, which is described as more effective due to modern science fiction influences.

Pollen Tsunami
Episode 720 35:07 - 47:46

720: Pollen Tsunami

Sofia Vergara and Nick Loeb Embryo Legal Battle

Businessman Nick Loeb is engaged in a public legal battle with his ex-fiancée, actress Sofia Vergara, over two frozen female embryos. Loeb authored a New York Times op-ed arguing that life begins at conception and that he should be allowed to bring the embryos to term via a surrogate. The case is analyzed as a potential psychological strategy to link Hollywood figures with "heartless" Democratic values while promoting pro-life narratives.

Shysters Show Up
Episode 169 56:52 - 1:00:05

169: Shysters Show Up

Tim Tebow, Super Bowl Pro-Life Advertisement

A controversial Super Bowl advertisement featuring Heisman winner Tim Tebow and his mother is discussed. The ad, sponsored by Focus on the Family, tells the story of his mother's decision not to have an abortion, sparking debate among advocacy groups.