Destiny (president of the New Wave Feminists) shares her story about coming from a Christian background, being “agnostish,” her views on the intersection between feminism and consistent life ethic, and finding community beyond traditional church structures.

Topic Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Destiny Herndon de la Rosa

01:59 Defining Spirituality and Religion

07:27 Experiences with Charismatic Christianity

13:01 The Impact of Rapture Beliefs on Childhood

16:53 QAnon and the Legacy of Religious Prophecy Mindset

16:56 The Rise of Prophecy and Its Impact

19:57 Political Influence on Faith and Belief Systems

24:15 Navigating Grief and Spirituality

28:24 The Complexity of Faith and Agnosticism

32:14 The Burden of Belief and the Search for Meaning

34:50 Challenging Binary Perspectives on Faith and Identity

40:53 The Intersection of Pro-Life Activism and Feminism

49:10 Unexpected Generosity: A Fundraising Journey

51:00 Exploring the Role of Mary in Catholicism

54:35 The Complexity of Female Figures in Religion

59:27 The Evolution of the Pro-Life Movement

01:05:41 Community Engagement vs. Political Disengagement
01:12:00 Finding Community Beyond Traditional Structures