Podcast
The Mamapologist
Hosted by Jennifer DeFrates · EN
The Mamapologist is where apologetics meets discipleship. Here is a safe place for your doubts. Join me as we learn to think biblically about how to walk through this life as believers struggling with tough questions, seeking hope, and finding answers together.
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James Talarico and what the Bible actually says
Mar 900:44:12Tap to summarizeTexas State Representative James Talarico has gained attention for presenting himself as a Christian while making bold claims about what the Bible supposedly teaches about abortion, sexuality, and even the nature of God. But do those claims actually hold up when we look carefully at Scripture?In this episode of The Mamapologist, we examine several of Talarico’s most widely shared arguments—including the idea that life begins with the “breath of life,” that Mary’s consent supports abortion rights, that God is non-binary, and that the Bible doesn’t address homosexuality. We look at the passages he references, explore the context of those scriptures, and compare them with the broader teaching of the Bible.More importantly, this conversation highlights why biblical literacy matters. When Christians don’t know Scripture well, it becomes much easier for verses to be taken out of context or reshaped to fit modern ideas. But when we understand the full story of the Bible, we can recognize the difference between what Scripture actually says and what people claim it says.If you care about truth, thoughtful faith, and learning to read the Bible more carefully, this episode is for you.
Transcribe →What is Discipleship?
Mar 200:27:41Tap to summarizeYou can win arguments and still not be a disciple.So what is discipleship? It’s about becoming like Christ.In this episode of The Mamapologist, we explore what biblical discipleship looks like, why it costs something, and why every believer is called not just to follow — but to multiply. Are you being discipled? And who are you discipling?Listen now.
Transcribe →The Enneagram: Truth, Tool, or Trick? with Alexa Cramer
Feb 2200:56:10Tap to summarizeThe Enneagram is wildly popular — but does it actually work? In this episode of The Mamapologist, we examine the history of the Enneagram, some of the psychology behind it, explore the Rainbow Ruse and Barnum Effect, and ask whether Christians should use it. Do we ground our identity in personality types. Is it a helpful tool for growth, or a persuasive illusion that feels more personal than it really is? Let’s look at the evidence.
Transcribe →Remembering James Van Der Beek: Seeking God and the True Gospel.
Feb 1600:25:55Tap to summarizeIn remembering James Van Der Beek, we celebrate the good man he was — thoughtful, honest, and unafraid to wrestle with life’s biggest questions. His search for God reveals a longing that lives in all of us. This episode honors that longing while pointing to the clarity and hope of the gospel. With humility and compassion, we reflect on what it means not only to seek God, but to know the true God revealed in Jesus Christ.
Transcribe →Is consent to sex consent to pregnancy?
Feb 900:30:54Tap to summarizeThis episode of The Mamapologist tackles the claim “Consent to sex is not consent to pregnancy.” We explore what consent actually means in law and ethics, why consent applies to actions rather than biological outcomes, and whether consent can justify ending a pregnancy once a new human life exists. The episode carefully distinguishes moral responsibility from moral permission, addressing bodily autonomy, power imbalance, and the limits of consent when serious bodily harm or death is involved.
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What should we believe about angels?
Feb 200:43:03Tap to summarizeWhat are angels really—and what have we gotten wrong about them?From guardian angels to wings to cherubs and halos, much of what we believe about angels comes from art, tradition, and pop culture rather than Scripture. In this episode, we go back to the Bible to uncover what God actually reveals about angels: who they are, why they exist, and what role they play in God’s plan.
Transcribe →I used to be pro-choice until this changed my mind...
Jan 2600:34:54Tap to summarizeI used to be pro-choice, until one thing started to change my mind. In this episode, I share my journey from being pro-choice to becoming thoughtfully pro-life—not because of politics or pressure, but because of truths I could no longer ignore. What began as certainty slowly gave way to hard questions, deeper research, and an honest examination of what compassion really requires. This isn’t an episode about shaming or winning arguments. It’s about being willing to follow the evidence, challenge assumptions, and change when truth and conscience demand it. If you’ve ever wondered whether people can truly change their minds on this issue—or if you’re wrestling with it yourself—this conversation is for you.
Transcribe →From Hostile Atheist to Christian Apologist Filmmaker
Jan 1900:41:32Tap to summarizeDo atheists ever really become Christians? Does apologetics impact the faith of real people? Is our faith built on real evidence? Join me for an exciting conversation answering these questions with Michael Ray Lewis – former Hostile Atheist Turned Christian Apologist Filmmaker and his amazing new film Universe Designed. Make sure to visit UniverseDesigned.com to check out this film and contribute to more movies like this one.
Transcribe →Engaging the culture without losing our witness
Jan 1200:27:23Tap to summarizeIn a world driven by breaking news, viral outrage, and constant commentary, Christians are often pressured to react before they reflect. In this episode, we talk about how believers can engage cultural and news events online without compromising their faith, peace, or witness. How do we stay informed without being discipled by the news cycle? And how do we speak truth with wisdom, humility, and love in a reactionary world?
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