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Rerum Novarum Explained: Catholic Social Teaching

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / June 5, 2025 /

What does Rerum Novarum say about human dignity, the family, just wages, and Catholic social doctrine? And how does this fit into a Culture of Life? In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet breaks down the key principles of Rerum Novarum, the landmark 1891 encyclical by Pope Leo XIII that laid the foundation for modern Catholic…

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Pope Leo XIV: A New Voice for Life, Family, and Truth

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / May 29, 2025 /

Fr. Shenan Boquet shares his personal experience of being in St. Peter’s Square for the historic announcement of Pope Leo XIV. He also reflects on the significance of the new pontificate and what it means for the global pro-life and pro-family movement. We unpack the critical challenges Pope Leo XIV is likely to confront. For…

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A Catholic Look at the Call to Adoption

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / May 22, 2025 /

What is the Catholic vision of adoption? How does is foster a Culture of Life? In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet explains why adoption is a procreative, life-giving act rooted in love. He explains how to discern whether you’re called to adopt, why adoption is an essential part of a Culture of Life, and how…

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Why Defunding USAID Fights the Depopulation Agenda | Dr. Brian Clowes

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / May 15, 2025 /

Is the depopulation agenda real? And could the defunding of USAID by the Trump administration finally stop the U.S.-backed efforts to reduce population in the developing world? In this explosive episode, Dr. Brian Clowes uncovers how the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been a key driver behind global population control, tied directly…

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Undergoing 4 Rounds of IVF: My Journey | Leigh Ann Woznica

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / May 9, 2025 /

She wanted a biological child. IVF seemed like the only option. What happened next changed everything. Leigh Ann Woznica underwent four grueling rounds of in vitro fertilization (IVF), losing eight embryos along the way. In this powerful interview, she opens up about the emotional, physical, and spiritual toll IVF took on her—and why she now…

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Worrying Effects of Dechristianization in America

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / May 9, 2025 /

A recent Pew Research Center Study showed that young Americans are growing less and less religious. The implications are worrying! How will this effect law? Healthcare? Social issues? On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks some of the concerning effects of the dechristianization of America. He explains why this will affect our understanding of human…

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Creating Catholic Culture through Media | “Mass of the Ages”

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / April 24, 2025 /

Why should Catholic care about film and the entertainment industry? Could telling beautiful stories win souls for Christ? And what is the role of media in creating a Culture of Life? On this episode, Tony Shriner, CEO of “Mass of the Ages,” joins us to discuss why film and media can light a fire in…

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Fetal Surgeries Reveal the Humanity of Preborn Babies

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / April 17, 2025 /

Have you ever been told that a preborn child isn’t a person? That he or she is just a “clump of cells”? It’s a common pro-abortion argument. And, sadly, many people don’t believe that preborn children are persons. Instead, they view abortion as a political issue—an argument over a woman’s autonomy, not a matter of…

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How God Spoke Through My Desires: Discernment w/ Stacey Sumereau

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / April 10, 2025 /

Do you know how to discern God’s will in your life? How important are your desires? Should we look for signs? How can you know if you’re really doing what He wants? Most Christians have struggled with these questions at some point in their life. Thankfully, God loves to reveal His Heart to us. On…

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Catholic Response to Out-of-Wedlock Pregnancy

By Living a Culture of Life Podcast / April 3, 2025 /

Is it wrong to say “congratulations” to a single mom, when you find out she’s expecting? This might not sound controversial. But earlier this year, pro-lifers on X ended up in a heated debate over this very question. Some people claimed that saying “congratulations” glorifies and condones a sinful act. Others say that this is…

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