Right to Life Radio

This week on Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller break down a potentially monumental Supreme Court case that could reshape the landscape of chemical abortions in the U.S. They discuss the 5th Circuit's ruling against mailing Mifepristone, the Supreme Court's temporary stay, and the Trump administration's controversial legal stance. They explore the rise of telemedicine abortions, the slow-moving FDA safety review, and the political implications for pro-life advocacy. Later, longtime volunteer Dina Shwiyhat shares her powerful personal story about the impact of abortion in her life and how it led her to dedicate her talents to Right to Life's LIFEHOUSE outreach efforts.

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dive into a viral congressional hearing where Rep. Brandon Gill presses an abortion advocate to name her "favorite" abortion method—and her refusal to answer sparks a bigger conversation about the moral and cultural realities of abortion. The hosts also discuss a landmark 9-0 Supreme Court ruling protecting pro-life pregnancy centers from harassment by state governments and share powerful "Stories from the Sidewalk" with Linda Teliha, including a life saved after someone saw a literal sign of hope outside Planned Parenthood.  

John sits alone this week and answers some of your burning questions like, "What's the difference between Plan-B and the Abortion Pill?" and "Should men have a say in an abortion?"

This week Linda joins for our Stories from the Sidewalk segment. She discusses some of the women she has met on the sidewalk and the conversations they had. Then Jonathan pops in to discuss the upcoming primary and election with John, and how the abortion issue will be handled by candidates.

Jonathan joins to discuss the death of AB 315 and 710 in California. Then they transition to the upcoming election and the drama between Trump and DeSantis when it comes to abortion legislation.

This week Sophia Lorey from California Family Council joins to discuss the  death of AB 315 and AB 710. John has some speculation on why they died.

Special Guest Emily Berning from Let Them Live joins to talk about the great work they are doing for pregnant women in need. Then John goes whole hog into the Supreme Court case about pork producers and how it relates to abortion.

Linda joins John to talk about her stories from the sidewalk. Then Jonathan joins to talk about the current assembly bills in the California legislature.

This week John and Jonathan discuss the disappointing week for pro-life news.

John and Jonathan discuss the ongoing saga of the abortion pill, and what its fate might be as it wades through the court system. 

Extra Special Episode, Author and Abortion Survivor, Melissa Ohden, joins to discuss her book and abortion policy with John. Then Jonathan Keller joins to talk about the abortion pill ruling and the complications and results that can come from that.

This week John and Jonathan discuss the ongoing issue that is popping up in various Republican states with theoretically Republican state Supreme Courts passing essentially mini Roes. Then they turn to the issue of the dichotomy of treating children as minors when it comes to some health concerns, but treating them like adults when it comes to abortion.

Linda on the sidewalk joins us to tell some of her stories. Then Jonathan hops in to talk about Xavier Becerra, this conversation will have you saying "no mas"! 

Gianna Jessen joins John for the first half of the podcast to discuss her experience and give an idea of what she will be talking about at our Educational Dessert on March 30th, 6:30 PM. Sign up at righttolifeca.org/educationaldessert

This week John and Jonathan discuss the fallout resulting from the supplier of the abortion pill stating that they will not be distributing the drug in 31 states. A possibly moot point at a federal judge may ban the drug altogether in an ongoing lawsuit.

This week Autumn Lindsey Higashi makes a guest appearance. John and Jonathan get into why Newsom is pushing abortion so hard and his future prospects.

This week Linda is on to talk about her interactions on the sidewalk. One interaction happened to include kids going to visit Planned Parenthood during the school day, with permission from the school. Then Jonathan joins to talk about a Texas lawsuit that may take the abortion pill off the Market.

 In this episode, your hosts John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller will be discussing the various assembly bills currently in the California legislature.

As the debate around abortion rights intensifies, California is currently considering several new laws that would expand access to abortion services. John and Jonathan delve into the specifics of these proposed laws and explore the potential consequences they could have on the state and the nation as a whole. Furthermore, they examine the challenges that arise from having states with vastly different abortion laws located in close proximity to one another. With some states enacting strict anti-abortion laws while others adopt permissive policies, tensions are starting to emerge as individuals and organizations from opposing sides of the debate clash over differing beliefs and values. John and Jonathan explore the implications of these conflicts and offer insights into how they may be resolved.

Join host John Gerardi on Right to Life Radio for a thought-provoking and insightful episode. In this week's show, John sits down with Kevin Burke, co-founder of Rachel's Vineyard, to delve into the impact of abortion on an individual's emotional and psychological well-being. They explore the need for emotional and spiritual healing for those who have experienced abortion and the role that support groups like Rachel's Vineyard play in this process. Later in the show, Jonathan Keller joins the conversation to address the current California abortion legislation that is making its way through the state congress. The discussion will delve into what the potential results of this legislation could be and how it may impact the lives of those in California.

This week Linda comes on to talk about what she's doing at the Outreach Center, and John discusses the aquittal of Mark Houck.

This week John and Jonathan discuss the West Coast and National Walk for Life.

This week Melanie from Heritage joins John to discuss the history of the abortion pill and its future within the current political climate.

John solo's this week's topics, diving into the latest news around the House's anti-abortion legislation. And in other news, some in congress seem to think banning gas stoves are more important than pre-born children.

Linda stops by for our stories on the sidewalk. Then John and Jonathan discuss the USPS mailing abortion pills nationwide.

Jonathan joins John for a look back at some of the past pro-life events that happened in the United States, California, and Fresno.

This week John and Jonathan discuss the upcoming 2023 California Legislation and what it means for abortion. Then John deep-dives into Planned Parenthood's cash cow, and the removal of Frank Pavone from the priesthood.

This week Jonathan Keller joins John to discuss some more Planned Parenthood funding. The duo also deep dive into some upcoming 2023 California legislation and discuss upcoming pro-life events.   There's also some short commentary on movies.

This week Linda joins for our Stories on the Sidewalk segment, then John exposes the Fresno city government for giving $1 million taxpayer dollars to Planned Parenthood with no oversight of what the money is going to go toward.

This week John discusses the complications with Canada's new assisted suicide law and the parallels between assisted suicide and abortion. Plus why single-payer healthcare systems may prefer abortion and assisted suicide over life.

This week we are continuing our best of 2022 and spending our Thanksgiving with one of our favorite episodes: the overturning of Roe v. Wade.    

This week we dig through the 2022 show archive and pull out some of the best conversations that John and Johnathan had over the year.

This week Patti comes on the show to talk about Rachel's Vineyard and the work they are doing to help both men and women overcome the trauma from abortions. John discusses the abysmal pro-life results from the 2022 midterm elections.

This week John is joined by Linda for our Stories on the Sidewalk. Then Johnathan Keller comes by to talk about the current issues around abortion.

This week John and Johnathan discuss the upcoming 2022 midterm elections and how the abortion topic may influence voting both with prop 1 in California and the broader United States.

This week John and Johnathan discuss Facebook's censorship of anti-prop 1 legislation in California. 

This week John discusses the legality of interstate abortion and the legal trouble that one professor could find herself in. More on Prop 1 in California.

This week John discusses Governor Newsom's desire to turn California into a sanctuary state for abortion, as well as Prop 1, its implications, and lack of detail.

Today, Linda joins John for Stories from the Sidewalk. John and Jonathan discuss prop 1 and how it will legalize 3rd-trimester abortions.

Today, John and Jonathan talk about the million dollars Planned Parenthood Mar Monte in Fresno will be receiving, and how none will go toward prenatal care. The Mar Monte clinic on Fulton St. offers no prenatal care to its patients.

Today, John discusses the Fresno City Council's vote to send $1 million to Planned Parenthood's clinic on Fulton St.    

John and Jonathan take down the editorial position of the New England Journal of Medicine opposing the overturning of Roe, and look at how pro-choice governors are nullifying pro-life state laws.  

John is joined by Linda Teliha for more Stories from the Sidewalk, plus John analyzes the disappointing vote on Kansas' pro-life ballot initiative.

Today, John and Jonathan discuss more on California's Prop 1 and get into some pro-life news out of the University of Michigan.

Today, John looks into California's Prop. 1 and explains how it can potentially increase abortion access in an already very abortion-friendly state.

Today, John and Jonathan discuss President Biden's Executive Order after the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

John and Jonathan dig into the impact of Proposition 1, the new Constitutional amendment on the November ballot, to enshrine a right to abortion in the state Constitution.

Today, Linda is on with Stories from the Sidewalk. John discusses some of the bad arguments coming from the pro-abortion side.

Today, John and Jonathan discuss the recent decision from the Supreme Court that now overturns Roe v. Wade and allows states to limit abortion.

Today, John and Jonathan discuss the upcoming and long-awaited SCOTUS decision.