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Right to Life Radio
Hosted by John Gerardi · EN
This is the podcast for Right to Life of Central California's weekly, pro-life radio show, broadcast every Saturday from 9-10 AM on Power Talk FM 96.7 and AM 1400 in Fresno. Our host (and RLCC executive director) John Gerardi gives all the latest news on the pro-life movement in Fresno, throughout California, and nationally. Subscribe today!
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678: Weekend of Healing (ft. Geronimo Cerda)
1w ago00:39:30Tap to summarizeHost John Girardi and guest Jonathan Keller dive into the California FACE Act controversy, exploring the prosecution of pro-life volunteer Anastasia Rogers over a social media post, the First Amendment implications for pro-life protests. The board member and Rachel's Vineyard team member Geronimo Cerda joins to discuss the life-changing healing work of Rachel's Vineyard for those impacted by abortion.
Transcribe →677: When Morality Slides
2w ago00:40:21Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller unpack a Gallup poll revealing shifting American attitudes on moral issues. They explore the rise of ethical libertarianism, the troubling normalization of doctor-assisted suicide, and the cultural contradictions in valuing animal life over human life, culminating in a discussion of a YouTuber's public decision to abort a child diagnosed with Down syndrome.
Transcribe →676: Never in the Course of Human Events (ft. Linda Teliha)
3w ago00:40:05Tap to summarizeThis week on Right to Life Radio, John and Jonathan break down California's primary election results and what they mean for the pro-life movement heading into November. They take some humorous jabs at Tom Steyer's record-breaking cost-per-vote campaign, dig into the top-two showdown between Steve Hilton and Javier Becerra, and discuss how California's extended ballot-counting process impacts close races. In the second half, they welcome Linda Talia for "Stories from the Sidewalk," exploring the troubling intersections of abortion, coercion, and sex trafficking outside local clinics, along with the reality behind the "pro-choice" narrative.
Transcribe →675: You Shall Not Do Cannibalism
4w ago00:40:17Tap to summarizeJohn Gerardi and Jonathan Keller tackle James Tallarico's pro-abortion arguments, explore biblical evidence on life in the womb, and discuss why the Texas and Louisiana primaries make defunding Planned Parenthood even harder.
Transcribe →674: White and Nerdy
May 2400:40:17Tap to summarizeRight to Life Radio crunches the numbers like never before, dissecting Planned Parenthood's 2024 financials. John and Jonathan analyze national losses, state-by-state disparities, and California's outsized role in keeping the organization afloat. If you've ever wanted to understand how tax forms, Medi-Cal, and political funding shape the abortion industry, this is your moment.
Transcribe →673: That's Why It Was in a Disney Movie (ft. Dr. John Erickson)
May 1700:40:20Tap to summarizeJohn Gerard and Jonathan Keller dive into a tumultuous week in the pro-life movement as the Supreme Court allows the abortion pill to continue being prescribed via telemedicine and shipped through the mail. John breaks down his recent National Review article, pokes fun at himself with some William F. Buckley impressions, and unpacks the notorious "shadow docket." Later, Dr. John Erickson joins to explain the science behind the abortion pill and the life-saving potential of abortion pill reversal (APR). The episode closes with a discussion of shifting FDA policies, pro-life strategy, and the importance of compassionate medical care.
Transcribe →672: It's a Baby (ft. Dina Shwiyhat)
May 1000:46:12Tap to summarizeThis 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.
Transcribe →671: Looking for a Sign? (ft. Linda Teliha)
May 300:40:20Tap to summarizeJohn 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.
Transcribe →670: The Only Polish Welfare Queen
Apr 2600:40:12Tap to summarizeJohn Gerardi and Jonathan Keller explore the upcoming July 4th expiration of Planned Parenthood's defunding, the political challenges facing pro-lifers, and the missed opportunities of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. With humor, historical detours, and sharp analysis, they highlight what's at stake for the pro-life movement and why Republicans might be letting a once-in-a-lifetime chance slip away.
Transcribe →669: Never Let a Crisis Go to Waste
Apr 1900:40:28Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dive deep into the Department of Justice's 882-page report on the Biden administration's alleged weaponization of the FACE Act. They break down how the law—originally passed in 1994—has been applied almost exclusively to pro-life activists, the precedent it sets for First Amendment concerns, and why the federal government's involvement is controversial. The discussion then shifts to the rise of euthanasia and the dangerous euphemisms such as "medical aid in dying," highlighting how language shapes the debate on life issues. Finally, the show reflects on former Senator Ben Sasse's public journey through terminal illness and what it teaches about living—and dying—with dignity.
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