Living a Culture of Life Podcast

$500M Cut from Planned Parenthood: What Happens Next?

August 7, 2025

Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks the recent partial defunding of Planned Parenthood under the “Big Beautiful Bill,” cutting off $500 million in taxpayer funding—primarily through Medicaid. What does this mean for abortion access, authentic healthcare, and the future of pro-life policy…

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Protecting the Elderly from a Throwaway Culture

July 31, 2025

Have we forgotten our grandparents? In today’s fast-paced, mobile world, the wisdom of the elderly is often ignored, and the bonds between generations are breaking down. On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet reminds us of the treasure of grandparents and…

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How to Talk to Kids About Sex: Catholic Parenting

July 25, 2025

Who’s teaching your children about sex—you or the culture? In today’s hypersexualized world, Catholic parents can no longer afford to stay silent. Children are being exposed to distorted messages about love, gender, and sexuality at younger and younger ages—from social…

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Stopping Pro-Abortion Agendas at the Organization of American States

July 17, 2025

Do you know what’s happening behind the scenes at the Organization of American States (OAS)? This intergovernmental organization has a huge influence in the laws and policies of many countries in the Americas. On today’s episode, Luis Martinez, who leads…

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The Fight to Protect Kids in a Hypersexualized Culture

July 16, 2025

Fr. Shenan Boquet joins us to expose the moral and spiritual dangers facing families in today’s hypersexualized digital world. We discuss how the internet has made explicit content more available than ever, leading to addiction, broken relationships, and distorted views…

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Christian Sexuality Backed by Science? Dr. Joe Malone Explains

July 3, 2025

What if science actually confirms what the Catholic Church has always taught about sex and marriage? In this episode, Dr. Joe Malone—sexual integrity scientist and educator—joins us to unpack how human biology, brain chemistry, and sexual wellness align perfectly with…

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MAiD for Autism? The Slippery Slope of Legal Euthanasia in Canada

June 26, 2025

In this episode, Fr. Boquet explores the growing crisis of euthanasia and assisted suicide in Canada—and what it means for the elderly and vulnerable people everywhere. We unpack the shocking true story of Marge, a woman with ADHD and autism…

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The Spiritual & Social Cost of a Fatherless Generation

June 19, 2025

Fr. Shenan Boquet shares why fathers play a vital role in their children’s emotional, academic, and spiritual development. We discuss a recent University of Virginia (UVA) report showing that children with involved dads perform better in school, have fewer behavioral…

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Healing from Trauma: Faith-Based Recovery from Sexual Addiction

June 12, 2025

In this powerful episode, we welcome Claudia Perez Bustamante, a Catholic trauma therapist and member of the Freedom Coaching team. Claudia courageously shares her personal story of healing from a hidden struggle—sexual compulsion rooted in past trauma. Claudia explains how…

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Rerum Novarum Explained: Catholic Social Teaching

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,…

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