Why are so many young women getting breast cancer? That’s what Dr. Angela Lanfranchi wondered in the 1990s. This question led to her to research the connection between breast cancer, the birth control pill, and abortion.

On this episode, Dr. Lanfranchi explains why abortion and premature birth increase risk of breast cancer. She also explains why hormonal contraception increases risk of breast cancer. The younger the girl, the more dangerous the pill is. 

Free e-book! Get your copy of "How Contraception Built the Abortion Culture" here: Ever heard that contraception is the best way to stop abortions? | Human Life International (hli.org)

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What's the biggest challenge for pro-lifers in Europe? Are there signs of hope? What's the difference between Western countries and post-Soviet countries? These are some of the questions HLI's European Regional Director, Fr. Giordano, answers on this episode.

Fr. Giordano also discusses the importance of intellectual ideas. There's a culture war going on in society. It's important that adults are equipped to help rising generations preserve Western culture.

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00:00 intro

01:34 Rome library

04:03 Pro-life challenges

06:00 Cultural change

07:20 Kindling pro-life change

09:08 Western vs. post-Soviet countries

11:17 Importance of language

12:44 Hope for Gen Z

14:14 Philosophy matters

16:45 Books to read

18:25 Duties of adults

19:20 An article a day keeps heresy away

19:53 Favorite mission story

23:00 Be seekers of truth

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Why did birth control lead to gay "marriage"? Why did no-fault divorce lead to pedophilia? On this episode, Dr. Jennifer Morse of the Ruth Institute discusses the 3 big ideas of the 1960s Sexual Revolution: divorce, contraception, and gender ideology.

These 3 ideas are the foundation for many of today’s cultural crises involving marriage, abortion, and transgender/LGBTQ issues. If you can respond to these 3 ideas, you can address many problems in America’s current society. 

Free e-book! Get your copy of "How Contraception Built the Abortion Culture" here: Ever heard that contraception is the best way to stop abortions? | Human Life International (hli.org)

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What does a pro-life missionary do? On this episode, one of HLI’s Regional Directors, Dr. Ligaya Acosta, joins us to discuss the pro-life mission in Asia. 

Dr. Acosta talks about her life as a pro-life missionary and the challenges facing pro-lifers. She also shares stories about the many conversions she’s witnessed over the years—including her own!

Join HLI's mission today! Click here: Give the world another pro-life leader | Human Life International (hli.org)

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How can you help your kids avoid porn? That’s what Lynn Griesemer wanted to know. There’s lots of information about pornography addiction and recovery. But how can we decrease the demand in the first place?

On this episode, Lynn discusses her book, "Porn Free: How to Decrease the Demand for Pornography,” which offers practical advice for people looking to help their families avoid pornography. By cultivating a healthy relationship with your children, and by fostering certain virtues, you can prepare your children to say NO to pornography.

Lynn’s book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Porn-Free-Decrease-Demand-Pornography/dp/0966106687/

Free e-book! Get your copy of "How Contraception Built the Abortion Culture" here: Ever heard that contraception is the best way to stop abortions? | Human Life International (hli.org)

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Dr. George Delgado joins us to discuss his experience reversing chemical abortions. On this episode, he shares the story of his first reversal, discusses why women regret abortion, and explains why it’s ok that abortion pill reversal is not FDA approved yet. 

Dr. Delgado also describes how mifepristone (also known as RU-486) and misoprostol work together to end a child’s life. Abortion pill reversal uses a natural hormone, progesterone, to protect the embryo from the deadly effects of mifepristone. It’s a safe and effective way to reverse chemical abortions.

https://stenoinstitute.org/

https://abortionpillreversal.com/

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Kurt Kondrich’s daughter Chloe has Down syndrome. After her birth, he discovered a shocking statistic: In the United States, nearly 70% of children prenatally diagnosed with Down syndrome die from abortion.

On this episode, Kurt joins us to discuss the many blessings of Down syndrome. We must stop using prenatal tests for eugenic selection.

Kurt's organization, Embrace Don't Erase, advocates for individuals with Down syndrome. http://embracedonterase.org/

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How can Catholics respond to modern culture? How can we be leaders? In this episode, Bishop Paprocki joins us to discuss the need for Catholics to read the signs of the times. Then he offers advice for confronting these issues through leadership.  

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How do we slow down and enjoy our children? And how can we encourage couples to welcome children?

On this episode, Maria Jones, a mom of six, joins us to talk about the blessings of Catholic family life. She also offers advice for raising happy, holy children.

One of Nine UK YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@oneofnine

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All too often, pro-lifers focus all their energy on getting rid of abortion. But as long as contraception is used and accepted, abortion won’t go away. Birth control leads directly to abortion. Why is this? On this episode, Fr. Boquet discusses why contraception and abortion are inherently intertwined.

E-book link: Ever heard that contraception is the best way to stop abortions? | Human Life International (hli.org)

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What’s the antidote to euthanasia? Can we use stories? In this episode, Amanda Achtman joins us to discuss the importance of familiarity with death.

Our culture offers two responses to death: avoid at all costs or embrace it as an escape. As Catholics, we accept death when it comes naturally, but we never seek it out. By talking about death positively, we can respond to this modern crisis.

Amanda's blog: Amanda Achtman – DYING TO MEET YOU

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Should Catholics donate organs? Isn’t it a heroic life-giving service? Not so fast. While organ donation can be a good thing, it’s often abused. In today’s society, it might be imprudent.

On this episode, Michael Vacca from the Christ Medicus Association joins us to talk about ethical questions about organ donation, including: brain death, live donors vs dead donors, organ donation and driver’s licenses, and using Advanced Medical Directives.

HLI resource article: May Catholics Donate Organs? | Human Life International (hli.org)

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Robin Sertell’s mother tried three times to abort her. Thankfully, Robin survived. On this episode, Robin shares her story of growing up as an abortion survivor.

Abortion Survivors Network: https://abortionsurvivors.org/

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As more countries experience the social and economic problems of a low birth rate, some have started offering financial incentives for couples to have more children. However, many young people don’t want more than one child. In this episode, Fr. Boquet discusses the underlying spiritual issue and offers suggestions for how you can encourage families to have more children. 

Spirit and Life: A Demographic Crisis | Human Life International (hli.org)

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Often, people use emotional scenarios to justify abortion. Some argue that abortion is necessary for cases of rape and incest, fetal disabilities, or to save the life of the mother. But abortion is never the answer. In this episode, Fr. Boquet offers a pro-life response to these “hard cases."

‘Why We Don’t Need Abortion (even for the “hard cases”)’ E-Book: Get the Pro-Life Response to the “Hard Cases” | Human Life International (hli.org)

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People tend to view their bodies in two distinct ways. Some see their body as a tool. And some see their body as their entire being. Often, these views are split along gender lines. In this podcast episode, Mary Stanford discusses the Catholic understanding of the body and how these two views of the body affect relationships between men and women. She also talks about how technology affects our bodily perceptions of shame and communication.

Mary Stanford’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Obedience-Paradox-Finding-Freedom-Marriage/dp/1681926954

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Recently, the anti-life agenda to indoctrinate children has been taken to a new level. From pro-LGBTQ books in preschools, to drag queen story hours, to Balenciaga’s latest scandal, children’s innocence is attacked on every level. But how should parents respond? How can they stand up to anti-life intimidation? On our most recent episode, Fr. Boquet answers these questions, and more! 

Spirit and Life: Stop the Sexualization of Our Children | Human Life International (hli.org)

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“Why are you still marching?” This was a common question at the national March for Life, which occurred in D.C. on January 20^th. In past years, this event commemorated the anniversary of Roe v. Wade and called for Roe to be overturned. So, why did pro-lifers march this year? In this episode, Fr. Boquet explains why the March for Life is still important, even though Roe is overturned. 

Spirit and Life: Why We Still March Post "Roe" | Human Life International (hli.org)

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Your most common ethical questions get answered on this episode! Dr. Joseph Meaney, from the National Catholic Bioethics Center, discusses the many different types of questions answered on the NCBC’s hotline. From end-of-life care, to Church teaching on frozen embryos and IVF, to the morality of cremation, this episode is full of Catholics answers to common (and uncommon!) ethical questions.

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Chapters:

End-of-life care: 2:26-12:48

Vaccines and medications: 12:49-17:02

IVF and frozen embryos: 17:03-26:40

Cremation: 29:24-34:08

NCBC website: https://www.ncbcenter.org/

NCBC ethics hotline: Personal Ethics Consultation — The National Catholic Bioethics Center (ncbcenter.org)

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Pope Benedict XVI consistently reminded Catholics about the importance of human life, from conception until natural death. His encyclicals and other writings always affirmed the need to respect life, marriage, and the family. In this episode, Fr. Boquet reflects on Benedict XVI’s legacy, including some of his virtues that we can emulate.

Spirit and Life: Defending Truth, Life, and Family: Benedict XVI’s Legacy | Human Life International (hli.org)

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