The Good Life

Paul TenHaken, mayor of Sioux Falls, joins the show to discuss Initiated Measure 29 which will appear on the ballot this November. The aim of IM 29 is to legalize recreational marijuana in the state of South Dakota. Mayor TenHaken believes the black market for marijuana will explode under regulation and expresses his concern for communities in South Dakota that are already facing the consequences of drug use and addiction.

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Father Scott Traynor joins the show to share his personal story of being adopted as a child. His story is one of gratitude both toward his birth mother for choosing life and toward his adoptive family for his experiences growing up. Father Scott expresses his compassion for pregnant mothers who feel fear and isolation. In the face of this fear, his message to them is that they are not alone.

MacKenna Greene shares her story of deciding to take the abortion pill while facing an unplanned pregnancy. Regretting her decision, she was directed to a nurse named Chelsea who offered her hope through the abortion pill reversal protocol. Also joining the episode is Kevin Theriot, senior counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, who shares his perspective on a Colorado law making the abortion pill reversal protocol illegal.

Amanda Schleich joins Chris in the studio to discuss the joys and challenges of being foster parents. They also discuss the movie Sound of Freedom and its portrayal of fostering children. Amanda and her husband's 'yes' to being foster parents is an inspiring story of trust in God and love for children.

Elizabeth Nagle joins the show to share her experience with miscarriage. In the midst of grief, Elizabeth experienced the love and care of those around her including the work of the Angel Lee Cronin Fund. Throughout the challenges, Elizabeth never lost hope in God's plan.

Kendall Bailey joins Chris to discuss a difficult but firm choice she made to defer life-saving radiation to treat her cancer while she was pregnant. Kendall gave birth to a daughter and received treatment in the months afterward. Both Kendall and her daughter are living full-flourishing lives today.

Odena Koth shares her story of struggle and isolation after having an abortion in the early 1980s. The gentle words of her father and later, the birth of her child paved the way for Odena to find peace and mercy through prayer and community. While volunteering at the Alpha Center, Odena helped many women off the island of isolation that so often accompanies abortion.

Deacon Thane Barnier joins the show to tell how he went from "I can't tell other people what to do" to a pro-life advocate. Infertility, miscarriage and tragedy caused Deacon Thane to consider when life actually begins. His powerful story is a message of truth and love for those struggling with the same question and for those who've experienced loss and grief.

Melissa Hadrich shares her joyful story of raising a child with Down syndrome. Through the challenges, surprises and moments of love, Melissa always returns to one word: joy. Melissa's story is a testament to the power of love and choosing life.

Chris is joined by guest Robin Sertell who shares her story as a survivor of 3 abortion attempts. From fighting for life when she was born to a miraculous experience that led her to God later in life, Robin's story is an inspiring testimony to overcoming obstacles with love and forgiveness.