In this eye-opening conversation, we sit down with Dr. Ingrid Skop — a board-certified OB/GYN and Vice President of Medical Affairs at the Charlotte Lozier Institute — to unpack the critical issues surrounding women’s health care. Dr. Skop shares her firsthand medical insight on the realities of abortion procedures, the risks of substandard care, and what women really need when facing unplanned pregnancies.

We explore alternatives to abortion clinics, the importance of parental involvement laws, and the decline of essential services like cancer screenings and contraception. With compassion and clarity, Dr. Skop sheds light on what true, comprehensive care looks like — and how we can better support women both physically and emotionally.

This is a conversation about facts, not politics. About healing, not headlines. And most of all, about the value of every woman and every life.

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Recent News Summary:

Leading up to a major budget vote in Congress, the U.S. House Rules Committee held an intense 21-hour hearing packed with high-profile Democratic leaders — including Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, House Whip Katherine Clark, and former Speaker Nancy Pelosi — pushing for amendments that included increased welfare spending without work requirements and continued funding for Planned Parenthood.

One of the central points of contention was the claim that proposed budget cuts represented the “largest cut to health care in American history.” Critics argue that equating abortion with healthcare is misleading and point to serious concerns about Planned Parenthood’s practices.

Reports — including a disturbing exposé from The New York Times — have shed light on troubling conditions in some Planned Parenthood facilities, including botched procedures, leaking sewage, and poor medical oversight. These revelations come amid ongoing scrutiny of the organization’s influence and funding, with statistics showing:

Nearly 400,000 abortions annually performed by Planned Parenthood — about 40% of all abortions in the U.S.

A 97% abortion rate for pregnant women who visit their clinics.

A decline in other services: cancer screenings, pap smears, and contraception services have all dropped sharply.

$2 million per day in taxpayer funding still flows to the organization, despite these declines.

Meanwhile, over 5 women have reportedly died from complications related to abortions performed there.

Critics also highlight that there are over 15 times more community health centers nationwide that provide broader, life-affirming care without performing abortions — offering a more comprehensive and safer option for women in need.

House Speaker Mike Johnson vowed to push the bill through by July 4th, saying the time has come to redirect federal resources toward truly compassionate and high-quality women’s healthcare.

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What happens when the game goes far beyond the field? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Darren Ault, author of Out of Bounds—a gripping, true-to-life story that exposes the hidden dark side of youth sports. When a respected high school coach's career is destroyed by false allegations and a rush to judgment, the fallout reveals something much deeper than a sports scandal. This isn’t just a story about a whistle or a scoreboard—this is about power, broken systems, and the silent damage caused by unchecked ambition. We talk with Darren about:

• The emotional toll of being falsely accused in today’s cancel culture climate
• How politics and parental pressure quietly shape school sports
• What real justice and accountability look like in education
• Why telling the truth is sometimes the most dangerous play of all

Whether you’re a coach, a parent, or someone who believes in due process, this episode will challenge you to rethink what really happens off the field—and who pays the price when no one asks questions. Tune in. Speak up. Some lines should never be crossed.

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Writer, peacebuilder, and former diplomat Danielle M. Reiff joins us live from the American Democracy Summit in Phoenix, AZ to share her frontline insights on defending democracy in a divided era. With two decades of global experience advancing human rights and empowering vulnerable communities, Danielle breaks down how peacebuilding starts within—and why it’s more urgent than ever in the U.S.

We talk about her upcoming book “Overcoming Information Chaos,” the real story behind her Peacebuilders initiative, and how social media can be used for healing instead of hate. From her work in Sri Lanka and Colombia to grassroots efforts in Washington D.C., Danielle proves that peace isn’t passive—it’s bold, active, and something we all can build together.

She recently attended the summit in Arizona, where she gained powerful insight into what both sides of the aisle, CEOs, and top leaders are really talking about — and she's breaking it all down with us. 🧠💡

Tune in for a powerful, grounded, and hopeful conversation that reminds us: democracy and peace are possible, but only if we show up.

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