The Family Policy Alliance Report Podcast

On January 15, 2025, the United States Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a case called Free Speech Coalition vs. Paxton. This case will determine the fate of 19 state laws protecting children from access to online pornography through mandatory age verification requirements.

Most children are first exposed to pornography when they are somewhere between seven and 13 years old, and by the time they are 18, most of them have seen it. This case is historic but for far more than just this reason.

Pornography is the marketing arm of the sexual revolution. The Supreme Court could rule in June that states have the right and duty to protect children from the harms of pornography. Such a ruling would unseat the ethics of the sexual revolution from its place in the minds of most people as the primary lens through which they think about and engage in physical intimacy.

In this series, we will explore the broken promises and heartbreaking results of the sexual revolution, primarily through the internet, and thereby gain a better understanding of just how much is at stake in this historic case.

In this episode, Joseph Kohm, the Policy Director at Family Policy Alliance, deals with the intersection of pornography and pediatric sexual assault. He is joined by Heidi Olson. Heidi is a registered nurse and the founder and President of Paradigm Shift Training and Consulting, which equips healthcare workers with skills-based training to identify human trafficking and exploitation. Join us for this special edition of our podcast.

Learn more about Heidi Olson and Paradigm Shift Training and Consulting at https://paradigmshifttc.com.

Discover more about our work to Help Not Harm at https://familypolicyalliance.com.

Joseph Kohm’s work at https://familypolicyalliance.com/about-us/team/joseph-kohm.

Connect with your state policy alliance at https://familypolicyalliance.com/allies.

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On January 15, 2025, the United States Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a case called Free Speech Coalition vs. Paxton. This case will determine the fate of 19 state laws protecting children from access to online pornography through mandatory age verification requirements.

Most children are first exposed to pornography when they are somewhere between seven and 13 years old, and by the time they are 18, most of them have seen it. This case is historic but for far more than just this reason.

Pornography is the marketing arm of the sexual revolution. The Supreme Court could rule in June that states have the right and duty to protect children from the harms of pornography. Such a ruling would unseat the ethics of the sexual revolution from its place in the minds of most people as the primary lens through which they think about and engage in physical intimacy.

In this series, we will explore the broken promises and heartbreaking results of the sexual revolution, primarily through the internet, and thereby gain a better understanding of just how much is at stake in this historic case.

In this episode, Joseph Kohm, the Policy Director at Family Policy Alliance, discusses the research needed to understand the internet's negative impact and harm on children and families. Jason Carroll, a Senior Fellow at the Institute for Family Studies, joins us for this special edition of our podcast.

Learn more about Jason Carrol and the Institute for Family Studies at https://ifstudies.org/blog/author/jason-s-carroll.

Discover more about our work to Help Not Harm at https://familypolicyalliance.com.

Joseph Kohm’s work at https://familypolicyalliance.com/about-us/team/joseph-kohm.

Connect with your state policy alliance at https://familypolicyalliance.com/allies.

Join the pledge to PRAY, VOTE, and ENGAGE at FamilyPolicyAlliance.com/pledge.

Is pornography related to the sex industry, prostitution, and sex trafficking? The answer is a definitive YES. The connections are many—and concerning—for those seeking to protect families and children from harm and exploitation.

In this episode, FPA Director of Public Policy Joseph Kohm talks with Vice President of Impact for Exodus Cry Helen Taylor.

Exodus Cry is an international organization committed to abolishing sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation. Exodus Cry fights trafficking in three major ways: shifting culture through award-winning films that reach millions of viewers; launching viral advocacy campaigns (such as #Traffickinghub and #Protectchildrennotporn) and reaching out to victims and survivors of sexual exploitation, providing assistance and trauma therapy services.

Helen is the author of Exodus Cry's "Intervention Manual: A Guide for Reaching Those in the Sex Industry," utilized in 30 countries, and currently resides in Los Angeles, California. Join us for this special edition of our podcast.

Learn more about World Without Exploitation at https://www.worldwithoutexploitation.org/bios/helen-taylor.

Find out more about Helen Taylor at https://www.worldwithoutexploitation.org/bios/helen-taylor.

Discover more about our work to Help Not Harm at https://familypolicyalliance.com.

Joseph Kohm’s work at https://familypolicyalliance.com/about-us/team/joseph-kohm.

Connect with your state policy alliance at https://familypolicyalliance.com/allies.

Join the pledge to PRAY, VOTE, and ENGAGE at https://FamilyPolicyAlliance.com/pledge.

This month, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case that will decide the fate of laws in 23 states about protecting kids from harmful sex change procedures. Family Policy Alliance staff members were there, listening to the arguments and participating in a rally in front of the court.

We wanted to briefly update you on what happened during the arguments from our own Joseph Kohm. He is the Director of Public Policy at Family Policy Alliance and coordinated our team’s efforts in Washington. He’s also producing a series of special podcasts on the topic that we believe you will want to know more about.

We look forward to giving you a preview of what to expect as we continue the fight to help and not harm children in our nation. Join us for this special edition of our podcast.

Discover more about our work to Help Not Harm at https://familypolicyalliance.com.

Find out more about Joseph Kohm’s work at https://familypolicyalliance.com/about-us/team/joseph-kohm.

Connect with your state policy alliance at https://familypolicyalliance.com/allies.

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It’s important to protect pro-family values in every area of our lives and society, including in our finances. This effort is becoming more challenging.

Concerning ethical issues are now connected with major corporations tied to our spending and investments. Terms like ESG and DEI have become common, as are connections between companies and issues impacting the pro-life movement.

Today I’m joined by a leader who is an expert at how Christians can wisely use their finances and investments to honor God. Art Ally is the founder of the Timothy Plan, the nation’s leading biblically based, pro-life, pro-family mutual fund group. We’re honored to have Art with us today to share more about this important issue.

Discover more about Art Ally and the Timothy Plan at https://timothyplan.com.

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Wouldn’t it be great to see God honored more in our public schools? We often express concerns about policies impacting our children in local school settings but rarely seem to have answers to improve the spiritual lives of children.

Today I’m joined by a leader who is changing the environment in many of today’s public schools. Joel Penton is the Founder and CEO of LifeWise Academy, a program that provides Bible education to public school students during school hours.

Since its launch in 2019, LifeWise has quickly grown to serve hundreds of schools across the U.S. each week. Tens of thousands of public school students attend a LifeWise program and receive a Bible class as part of their school day. Join us for this important discussion impacting the next generation.  

Discover more about Joel Penton and LifeWise at https://lifewise.org/.

Get Joel’s book “During School Hours” at https://lifewise.org/during-school-hours-book/.

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During his trip to Washington, D.C., following the 2024 presidential election, Family Policy Alliance President and CEO Craig DeRoche sat down with Pray.com founder and CFO Michael Lynn to discuss the importance of prayer in our nation.

Michael has facilitated conversations between Pray.com and the President of the United States, the President of the United Nations General Assembly, and the Vatican City State. He has also worked with the Federal Election Commission to issue an opinion that allowed members of the U.S. Congress to appear on Pray.com.

In their conversation, Craig and Michael discuss the impact prayer is having through today’s technology. They also highlight why it’s more important than ever to make prayer a vital habit in your daily life as we navigate complex social and political issues. Join us for this special edition of the podcast from the nation’s capital.

Discover more about Michael Lynn at https://www.pray.com/articles/founders.

Join Pray.com today at https://pray.com or download the app at your app store.

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In our culture, it’s common to hear about a focus on tolerance. Yes, we are to be respectful and caring of others, but our culture has bought into a tolerance lie that claims Christians must be accepting of views opposing our faith to be more inclusive of others. How should we address this concerning situation?

Today, we’re joined by an expert in worldview and religions who speaks worldwide on the issues of our time. Dr. Alex McFarland, co-host of “Exploring the Word” and founder of Truth for a New Generation ministries, recently addressed these concerns in an article in Townhall called “The Tolerance Lie.” As we talk, you’ll discover a refreshing biblical approach to doing what is right in a world gone wrong.

Alex also serves as the Director of Biblical Worldview at Charis Bible College where he interviews leading experts on today’s top social issues. Join us for this fascinating discussion!

Discover more about Alex McFarland at https://alexmcfarland.com.

Article Link: “The Tolerance Lie” https://alexmcfarland.com/politics/the-tolerance-lie/

Book link: https://alexmcfarland.com/books/  

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In the postmodern era, the rise of progressive voices "remaking Jesus" is becoming more common. Progressive teachers are gaining popularity and acceptance among self-identified Christians unfamiliar with the historical and biblical narrative of Jesus Christ.

In this modernized version of Christianity, progressive Christians are deceptively challenging Protestant churches with their conventional belief of Jesus as more of a "Liberator" than a "Savior." This portrayal of Jesus hijacks the Son of God and carries major historical, theological, and spiritual implications, according to the Bible.

In this episode, we’re joined by Jason Jimenez, President of Stand Strong Ministries and author of the book “Hijacking Jesus.” He’s a popular speaker, especially with youth, where he has often served as faculty for Summit Ministries and other leading Christian organizations. Join us for this fascinating discussion!

Discover more about Stand Strong Ministries at https://www.standstrongministries.org/.

Order your copy of “Hijacking Jesus” here: https://www.standstrongministries.org/books/hijackingjesus.

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In Stumbling toward Utopia, author Tim Goeglein looks at the philosophies and policies that led to the societal earthquake of the1960s and how those philosophies and policies have led to the cataclysm America faces today. He offers a blueprint for how we can reject those philosophies and policies by returning to the core values upon which America was built: personal responsibility, respect for life, sexual restraint, and patriotism.

In our latest podcast, Christians Engaged President Bunni Pound is joined by Tim Goeglein, Vice President of External and Government Relations for Focus on the Family. Formerly, he served as a special assistant to President George W. Bush and as a deputy director of the White House Office of Public Liaison. 

He was the President’s principal outreach contact for conservative and faith-based groups. Tim’s extensive resumé includes serving as a senior fellow at The Heritage Foundation and as a communications director for U.S. Senator Dan Coats of Indiana and Gary Bauer at the Campaign for Working Families. Join us for this fascinating discussion!

Get the book now at https://www.amazon.com/Stumbling-Toward-Utopia-National-Nightmare-ebook/dp/B0D9KX8XCS/.

Learn more about Tim’s work at Focus on the Family at https://www.focusonthefamily.com/contributors/tim-goeglein.

Discover more about Christians Engaged at https://christiansengaged.org. 

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