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The Lila Rose Show

The Lila Rose Show explores questions about relationships, faith, health, identity, and purpose, with political and cultural commentary.
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E65: Should CHRISTIANS Celebrate Halloween? with Fr. Ambrose Criste

Should Christians celebrate Halloween? What’s the REAL meaning of “trick or treat”? Are ghosts real? Is praying for the dead biblical? Today exorcist Fr. Ambrose Criste returns to the podcast to talk about the spiritual side of Halloween, spooky stuff and all.

Oct 24, 20231 hr 15 min

E64: The Morality of War w/ Dr. Robert George

When is it moral to wage war? Should Israel have invaded Gaza? What is a war crime and why does it matter? Today I talk with Dr. Robert George about Just War Theory. Dr. George is known for his work serving on the Present's Council of Bioethics, teaching jurisprudence at Princeton, and authoring over a dozen books. We talked about the morality of war, the ethics of the atom bomb in WWII, and what actions are justifiable in the current Israel/Gaza war.

Oct 20, 20231 hr 17 min

BONUS: Britney Spears' Abortion and the Israel/Gaza War

On the first ever Live episode of the podcast, I talk about the current events surrounding the Israel/Gaza war, Britney Spears' statement on her abortion, Hailey Bieber's support of Planned Parenthood, and much more.

Oct 19, 202336 min

E63: Understanding the Christian Teaching on Women w/ Lisa Cotter

I brought Lisa Cotter, a Catholic speaker and author, onto the podcast to talk about her journey with femininity and Christianity. Lisa shared her background being raised in the 90s and how that affected her view of womanhood in relation to Christianity. We talked about the Church's teachings on femininity, the feminine genius, equality, masculinity, and much more.

Oct 18, 202356 min

E62: Matt and Cameron Fradd on Parenting, Marriage, & Homeschooling

Today Matt and Cameron Fradd join me on the podcast to talk about their love story, dating and marriage advice, as well as their approach to parenting and homeschooling. Matt is the host of the podcast "Pints with Aquinas," and Cameron runs her own podcast called "Among the Lilies." Their fun dynamic made for a show filled with banter and laughs, as well as thoughtful insight.

Oct 13, 20231 hr 15 min

E61: Understanding the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict with Robert Nicholson

With the world’s eyes on the Middle East in the midst of the war between Israel and Gaza, I invited an expert on the situation to the podcast to help navigate the controversy. Robert Nicholson, President & Founder of The Philos Project, and I discuss the history of the conflict with Israel and the Palestinian people, the origin of Hamas, the details of the current situation, and what the future may hold.

Oct 11, 20231 hr 30 min

E60: Facing Breakups and Rejection

One of the hardest things about dating can be ending the relationship when it needs to end. Today, I give some of my thoughts on how to end a relationship or reject someone romantically in a charitable, clear way way. We also explore some movies scenes for examples of what to do and what not do when dealing with breakups and rejections.

Oct 06, 202330 min

E58: Michael Knowles on Becoming Catholic, His Wife, & Dating

I sat down with Michael Knowles, host of the Michael Knowles Show on Daily Wire, to chat about his conversion story from Athiesm back to the faith of his childhood, Catholicism. He also shares how he wooed his high school sweetheart, his thoughts on Red Pill, and what relationship advice he has for men.

Sep 29, 202341 min

E57: Is there GOOD Feminism? With Erika Bachiochi

We know that much of the upheaval of cultural morality today is partly due to the influence of both modern and historic feminism, but are we doing justice to feminism by saying it was all bad from the start? In my conversation with Erika Bachiochi, we discuss the two divergent strands of historic feminism that dealt with the prevailing inequalities of their day in two different ways: one that was Christian, virtuous, and pro-family at root and another that was individualistic with the desire to ...

Sep 26, 20231 hr 5 min

E56: Imprisoned for Saving Lives with Kristin Turner

Recently, pro-life activists were arrested and unjustly sentenced to 11 years in prison for participating in a sit-in protest at an abortion facility. I chat with Kristin Turner, Director of Community Organizing for the Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising (PAAU), to hear about the heart behind the mission of PAAU, and to get the inside scoop of these court proceedings that lead to her colleagues’ sentencing.

Sep 19, 20231 hr 22 min

E55: Taking Back The Rainbow

I sit down with friend of the podcast Kim Zember, Founder of Unforgotten Faces and member of Rainbow Revival, to hear about moments of her story that lead her to leaving the homosexual lifestyle, as well as the groundbreaking organizations she is a part of. Kim also answers some of your tough questions!

Sep 15, 20231 hr 21 min

E54: The Truth About Feminism? with Dr. Carrie Gress

Is feminism a plea for equality and fair treatment, or was it a plot to dismantle the family from the start? These are questions that Dr. Carrie Gress and I discuss as she shares about her new book, The End of Woman. Carrie shares her theories on the origins feminism and its founders, and how modern feminism is still shaped by its founders’ ideals.

Sep 12, 20231 hr 18 min

E53: Confronting P*rnstars on the Whatever Podcast w/ Ruslan

I sit down with my friend Ruslan KD, Youtuber and Rapper, to chat about our recent appearance on the Whatever Podcast, about modern dating, and about how fundamentalism primes people for “Progressive Christianity.” We also discuss some of the latest happenings in the Red Pill space, as well as about how Miley Cyrus’s brother, Trace, made a public statement about Only Fans that is a breath of fresh air.

Sep 08, 20231 hr 11 min

E51: Barbie is a Mixed Bag

(SPOILERS INCLUDED) I recently took the bait and saw Barbie in theaters. I get why it’s such a huge phenomenon. Among the bright colors, the nostalgic throwbacks, and silly comedy, there was also crudeness and a heavy dose of sexism. These are my thoughts on the film.

Aug 31, 202332 min

E50: Toxic Femininity vs True Femininity

The billion dollar Taylor Swift Era’s tour and Barbie’s box office success show a culture hungry for presentations of the feminine. Today I share my thoughts on the way femininity is portrayed in the media as I consider what is toxic and what is authentic. Check out our Sponsors: Every Life at Everylife.com. Buy diapers from an amazing pro-life diaper company and use code LILA10 and get 10% off! Seven Weeks Coffee at sevenweekscoffee.com. Buy your pro-life coffee with a 10% discount using the co...

Aug 25, 202339 min

E49: Is Manhood Under Attack? w/ Prof. Nancy Pearcey

“Toxic Masculinity” has become a common term used to name manhood as the instigator of many of the problems in society today. Professor Nancy Pearcey and I discuss the themes of her latest book, The Toxic War on Masculinity. We discuss how the Industrial Revolution became a catalyst to the division between men and their families, how equating masculinity with toxicity denigrates the gift of the masculine role, and how we can help build up men to live out their masculinity authentically. Check ou...

Aug 21, 202359 min

E48: Demons and Angels - A Conversation with an Exorcist

Fascination with demonic spirits is a growing trend in popular culture today. Fr Ambrose Criste, a Norbertine Priest, shares some of his experiences as an exorcist and gives insights on how angels and demons interact with us and the material world. Check out the Norbertines: https://stmichaelsabbey.com https://theabbotscircle.com Check out our Sponsors: Public Square: Download the FREE app to supports businesses with your values https://publicsq.mobi/LilaRose Seven Weeks Coffee at sevenweekscoff...

Aug 17, 20231 hr 28 min

E47: How to Thrive When You’re Single

Navigating life as a single person can be tough without a vision. I share 6 key principles that helped me in my single years to live with joy, purpose and hope. Check out our Sponsors: Public Square: Download the FREE app to supports businesses with your values https://publicsq.mobi/LilaRose Seven Weeks Coffee at sevenweekscoffee.com. Buy your pro-life coffee with a 10% discount using the code LILA! Support The Lila Rose Podcast at: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865 Subscribe to my ch...

Aug 14, 202332 min

E46: You Probably Need Therapy w/ Dr. Bob Schuchts

In a broken world, everyone is primed for experiencing woundedness. Dr. Bob Schuchts, founder of the JPII Healing Center and co-host of the Restore the Glory Podcast, believes that there is hope for even the most broken of people to experiencing transformative healing. We discuss how Dr. Bob first got into the practice of therapy and how his practice has seen many healed from their wounds from divorce, infidelity, sexual assault and more. We also discuss how parents can be intentional with prote...

Aug 10, 202357 min

E45: Lost in Trans Nation with Dr. Miriam Grossman

What do you do if a loved one - especially a child - is struggling with gender dysphoria? I talk with Dr. Miriam Grossman, Clinical Child Psychologist, about the growing epidemic of gender ideology grasping the youth and causing chaos in the field of psychology. We also discuss how parents can prepare themselves and seek help to care for their kids who struggle with their gender identity. Check out Dr. Grossman's work: https://www.miriamgrossmanmd.com https://twitter.com/Miriam_Grossman Check ou...

Aug 03, 202330 min

E44: Replacing Mainstream Media w/ Patrick Bet-David

I chat with Patrick Bet-David, founder and CEO of Valuetainment, about how he has built his businesses, his hopes for making a positive impact through media, and his aggressive plans for growth in that space. We also talked about his strategy with interviewing people and about his willingness to have discussions with people he disagrees with. You can check out Valuetainmnet on Youtube: Valuetainment - YouTube PublicSq: Download the Free App! https://publicsq.mobi/LilaRose EveryLife: Get 10% off ...

Jul 27, 20231 hr 6 min

E43: Should Vaccines be Mandated? w/ Dr. Aaron Kheriaty

While Dr. Aaron Kheriaty was serving as the director of the medical ethics program at UC Irvine as a professor of psychiatry and human behavior, he was fired for objecting to the university's mandatory vaccine mandate. I sat down with Dr. Kheriaty to talk about the details of his firing and to consider the question of the ethics of general vaccine mandates. Enjoy your Pro-Life Coffee from Seven Weeks Coffee https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com Use code "LILA" to get 10% off your order and support th...

Jul 20, 202353 min

E42: Transgenderism, Gender Roles, and Marriage w/ Jason Evert

I sit down with Jason Evert, an inspirational figure in the Pro-Love Movement, to talk about some highlights of his new book on how to navigate gender ideology from a place of love and truth, “Male, Female, Other?” We also talk about the challenges of finding a spouse in this current dating culture, navigating marriage problems and how we can find hope and lasting happiness. Check out Jason's work: https://chastity.com https://www.youtube.com/@jasonevert Check out our Sponsor, Seven Weeks Coffee...

Jul 17, 20231 hr 2 min

E41: The Making of Sound of Freedom with Eduardo Verástegui

I talk with Eduardo Verastegui, the producer of the unexpected summer blockbuster, Sound of Freedom, about the challenges that went into creating the film, how he is facing his critics, and his consideration of future political activism. Check out our Sponsor, Seven Weeks Coffee at sevenweekscoffee.com. Buy your pro-life coffee with a 10% discount using the code LILA! Get your tickets to see Sound of Freedom or Pay it Forward here: angel.com/tickets/sound-of-freedom Support The Lila Rose Podcast...

Jul 12, 202335 min

E40: The Future of Education is Classical with Dr. Kevin Roberts

I sat down with Dr. Kevin Roberts, president of the Heritage Foundation, to discuss the pitfalls of the current education system in the US and how we can emerge from this broken state of education by restoring an old “classic.” Dr. Roberts is an advocate for school choice and for classical education, which has seen great success in forming students to learn how to think and in passing on the classic great works of old to the next generations. Check out the great work of the Heritage Foundation h...

Jul 06, 202349 min

BONUS: Elizabeth Holmes: When Confidence Goes Too Far with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty

Dr. Aaron Kheriaty and I discuss the controversy of Elizabeth Holmes, the infamous founder and CEO of a medical company guilty of hundreds of millions of dollars of fraud, Theranos. We discuss the pitfalls of pride in Silicon Valley, and we consider whether or not Elizabeth was judged too harshly for her role in Theranos’s failures. We also consider the question of if a nursing mother should be in prison. Follow Dr. K on Twitter: https://twitter.com/akheriaty https://www.aaronkheriaty.com Suppor...

Jul 01, 202356 min

E39: The Truth about IVF, Surrogacy and Adoption w/ Katy Faust

Is surrogacy ethical? What about IVF? And how are these reproductive technologies morally different from adoption? I discuss with Katy Faust, children's rights advocate and founder of Them Before Us, about the ethical challenges with Big Fertility, and the just and pro-child response. Check out Them Before Us here: https://thembeforeus.com Katy's twitter: https://twitter.com/Advo_Katy Support The Lila Rose Podcast at: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865 Subscribe to my channel on Youtub...

Jun 28, 202354 min

E38: Leaving the Homosexual Lifestyle and Finding Love That Frees w/ Kim Zember

I talk with Kim Zember, author of Restless Heart, who shares her story of same-sex attraction, seeking fulfillment in homosexual relationships, and how she discovered her true identity and freedom from the love of God. Kim's Book: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/restless-heart/ Kim's Ministry: https://overcomemin.com Courage: https://couragerc.org Support The Lila Rose Podcast at: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865 Subscribe to my channel on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LilaRo...

Jun 21, 20231 hr 13 min
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