Parenting, life, politics and navigating the daily chaos. “Politely Rude With Abby Johnson” — hosted by pro-life advocate Abby Johnson — offers a powerful exploration of the issues you care about. “Politely Rude” is part of the Edifi Podcast Network. For more faith-inspiring podcasts, download the Edifi podcast app on the Apple and Google Play stores or at Edifi.app.
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'Death, Violence': Decapitated Animals Dumped Outside Pro-Life Clinic, Dispelling the Myth Abortion Stops Abuse — and More
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_"Violence begets violence."_ That's what Abby believes is essential to understand about abortion. On this episode of the show, she explores the bizarre story about decapitated animals dumped outside a pro-life clinic, dispels the myth abortion stops abuse, talks about a Satanic Temple donation reportedly made in the name of a pro-life activist — and more. Journey through the headlines with Abby on this powerful episode of the show. **FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA ** \- Instagram \- …
'Woke Jesus': How Did Wokeism, 'Confusion About Christ' Invade the Church? Lucas Miles Explains
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Abby sits down with author and pastor Lucas Miles to discuss his new book, "Woke Jesus: The False Messiah Destroying Christianity." Miles breaks down how wokeism and "confusion about Jesus" invaded so many Christian churches — and what believers can do about it. "I hope that it is a helpful resource for people to be able to discern the times," Miles said. "Ultimately, I hope it's something that reveals Christ more and that they really get to see who Christ is in contrast to the false message …
Ex-Clinic Worker Breaks Down Abortion Pill Chaos, Reversal, and Where We're Headed
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What's the deal with the abortion pill? What's driving the current legal battle surrounding it? And where are we headed? These are just some of the questions you might have as the legal back-and-forth over the two-pill abortion pill regime progresses. On today's show, Kelly Lester, an ex-clinic worker who now serves as the head of outreach and government engagement for Abby's organizations, And Then There Were None and Pro-Love Ministries, joins the show to break it all down. If you're …
'It Chilled My Blood': Journalist Decries Dangerous Trans Ideology, Reveals How Social Contagion 'Assaults Reality and Truth'
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On today's episode, Abby tackles the transgender debate, breaking down the "social contagion" and its massive impact on individual lives and culture more broadly. Christian Post reporter Brandon Showalter joins her to break it all down, explaining how he became one of the most prominent reporters in America to cover the transgender battle, and how Christians should respond "redemptively." "Something inside me snapped," he said, explaining how learning about gender transitions on children …
'Evil Continues to Shape-Shift': The Most Shocking Move After Roe, 'Men' Getting Pregnant — and More
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Abby Johnson is back with a new season of "Politely Rude!" She's talking abortion, the overturning of _Roe_ , the transgender debate — and more. "I believe our constitutional rights extend to life in the womb," she proclaims. "The evil continues to shapeshift and change. New things are happening all the time." On the abortion front, Abby said she was stunned by one recent development: the use of RVs to perform abortions. "One thing I did not see coming — and I feel like I have a pretty good …
'A Hero of the Pro-Life Movement': Meet the Missouri Mom and Politician Who's Taking on Abortion and Planned Parenthood to Defend Life
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Meet Mary Elizabeth Coleman, a mom of six, attorney, and a Missouri politician on a mission to save lives. Listen to her incredible story, the unique ways she's engaging in the pro-life battle -- and her path into politics. **FOLLOW ABBY:** \- Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms \- Follow Abby on Twitter \- Follow Abby on Facebook \- Follow Abby on Instagram
'We Have Murdered 63 Million Babies': How the Church's Silence and Apathy Helped Pave the Way to Abortion Chaos
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Abby Johnson argues in this episode of _Politely Rude_ that the "silence and apathy of the church" is one of the reasons we're in the abortion predicament we find ourselves in. "We have murdered at least 63 million babies," she proclaims. Guest Samuel Green, a pro-life attorney, joins Abby to discuss these issues and to decry the "dangerous scheme of the devil to kill, steal, and destroy." Listen to this powerful episode of the podcast. **FOLLOW ABBY:** \- Subscribe to the podcast on your …
Sex and Struggles in Marriage: Openly Discussing God's Design, Intimacy, Pleasure in Marriage
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Abby is joined by Francie Winslow, an expert in helping people rediscover "God’s design for connection and intimacy in your marriage." Join Abby and Francie as they navigate sex, intimacy, and struggles in marriage — and point people to God's design for intimacy and pleasure. _***** CAUTION: Adult conversations are discussed in this episode, which is not suitable for young audiences.**_ **FOLLOW ABBY:** \- Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platforms \- Follow Abby on Twitter \- …
Roe v. Wade Chaos and Why Things Are About to 'Get Exponentially Worse': Abby on What Comes Next
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_"While we are, of course, celebrating the fact that it does look like the court is going to overturn Roe … make no mistake that this means that things are going to get exponentially worse in our country," Abby Johnson proclaims on this special episode of "Politely Rude."_ Abby responds to the recent Supreme Court leak, the chaotic reaction, and what pro-lifers can expect if the high court does strike down Roe. This edition of "Politely Rude," which explores a plethora of elements …
Beauty of Homeschooling: Abbie Halberstadt Breaks Down Power of Homeschooling Amid 'Weird' Debate Surrounding Public Schools
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Mom of 10 Abbie Halberstadt breaks down faith, family, and the power of homeschooling. She and Abby discuss the latter issue, specifically amid the ongoing social chaos raging. The two share their experiences, reflect on motherhood, and discuss their "hard" and powerful parenting moments. _Listen and subscribe to "Politely Rude" on your favorite podcast platforms:_ \- Edifi \- Apple \- Spotify \- Google
'Confessions of a Crappy Christian': Blake Guichet on Avoiding Idols, Keeping the Focus on Christ and More
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"Confessions of a Crappy Christian" host Blake Guichet joins Abby to discuss avoiding idols, keeping your focus on Christ — and more. Blake and Abby dive into the Old Testament (which they both love) and Elon Musk's Twitter bidding. And that only scratches the surface! From faith to politics and everything in between, Blake and Abby tackle a great deal in this episode. Listen and subscribe to "Politely Rude" on your favorite podcast platforms" \- Edifi \- Apple \- Spotify \- Google
Sean McDowell Tackles Sex 'Lies and Misinformation in Our Culture' and God's True Design
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Apologist and author Sean McDowell breaks down the "lies and misinformation" raging in our culture when it comes to sex and other related issues. McDowell discusses his latest book "Chasing Love: Sex, Love, and Relationships in a Confused Culture" and explores what our culture gets wrong — and where God is truly calling us. "Is It ever OK to push back on people's desires?" he asks. "Really loving someone isn't affirming every desire that they necessarily have." Listen to what he and Abby have …
FLASHBACK: Columbine Survivor Evan Todd Describes Survival, Arming Teachers and Chaos in Our Schools
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Abby Johnson sits down with Columbine survivor Evan Todd to discuss his survival story, why he supports arming teachers and his stance on the chaos unfolding in our schools. Listen to this powerful episode of "Politely Rude." SUBSCRIBE TO "POLITELY RUDE" ON YOUR FAVORITE PLATFORMS: https://edifi.app/podcasts/politely-rude-with-abby-johnson-26056/
Dr. Rebecca Westbrook Combats 'Destruction of Life' With Embryo Adoption
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Dr. Rebecca Westbrook is on a mission to help stop the destruction of unused embryos. Her fascinating journey with embryo adoption offers a powerful exploration of an issue you might not know much about. Listen to Westbrook discuss this important issue with Abby Johnson.
