Today, I have the privilege of speaking with Immaculée Ilibagiza, an extraordinary witness to faith and resilience. She survived the 1994 Rwandan Genocide by hiding in a tiny bathroom for three months with seven other women. When she emerged, she faced the devastating loss of her family and friends, who had all been murdered. Immaculée shares her incredible journey of faith, hope, and forgiveness, even as she came face to face with those responsible for her family's deaths. Her story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, and I’m deeply honored to have this conversation with her. I hope it moves you as much as it did me.

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:46 - Immaculee’s Background

00:05:50 - Marian apparition

00:11:16 - CrowdHealth

00:12:15 - Franciscan University

00:13:17 - History of tribal hatred

00:17:36 - She only had a rosary

00:20:46 - Lost 50 pounds

00:24:02 - “What changed was my heart”

00:26:44 - They came to search, I knew my life was over

00:37:56 - Meditating on Jesus’ death

00:40:26 - A million people dead…

00:48:30 - Media fomenting hatred

00:58:23 - Patterns in the killers?

01:05:03 - Her first job afterwards

01:13:10 - Encounter with rosary

01:25:31 - American Media

Today, I’m thrilled to welcome my dear friends and international bestselling authors, John and Lisa Bevere. This dynamic duo is here to share their invaluable insights on reigniting passion in your marriage and raising Godly children. Drawing from their personal journey and years of living and teaching the Word, they offer practical advice to help your family flourish. In this episode, you’ll discover the power of discipline, prioritizing prayer and family time, and showing respect to your spouse in a way that builds trust and faithfulness. We can’t wait for you to hear their incredible wisdom!

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:42 - Messenger International Ministry

00:07:50 - #1 app in Language in the world

00:09:06 - Every Life

00:12:57 - Book Writing

00:15:39 - Importance of morning prayer

00:21:40 - This is not the time to be spiritually indifferent

00:24:30 - We Heart Nutrition

00:27:17 - Putting Prayer First in Marriage

00:31:17 - Spanking and Discipline

00:31:50 - Seven Weeks

00:35:15 - Discipline vs Punishment

00:43:03 - Knowing your children’s temperament

00:47:26 - 4 Stages of Parenting

00:51:17 - 3 Keys to Raising Godly Children

00:57:01 - Rules in marriage

00:59:33 - Enemy toward falling in love

01:04:22 - We want to be loved in certain ways

01:05:10 - Advice for wives

01:12:28 - The impact of a wife’s confidence

01:13:03 - Tips for communication and intimacy

Today I sent down with Congressman Dan Crenshaw as we discuss his views on President Trump's first 100 days in office. Will he defund Planned Parenthood and what would that even look like? Will the Department of Government Efficiency be a worthwhile venture? And what can Americans expect their country to look like in 5-10 years? Join us as we discuss this and more!

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00:00 - Intro

02:14 - Trump’s first 100 days

05:57 - Great bottle catch

11:20 - Seven Weeks

12:31 - DOGE

13:21 - Defunding Planned Parenthood?

19:60 - What can families do to push in the right direction?

20:56 - We Heart Nutrition

22:18 - Anti-natalism in public policy

23:14 - American in 5-10 years

31:48 - Crowd Health

32:48 - Positive trajectory for America?

37:04 - Cartels

43:18 - Hamas-Israel crisis

In this episode, California Assemblyman Bill Essayli joins us to share his unconventional journey into politics, driven by deep concerns about the state’s legislative direction. He offers an inside look at his experiences in the state assembly, contrasting the unity of the Democratic party with the divisions among Republicans. We explore his advocacy for parental rights in education, including policies on notifying parents about a child’s gender transition. Essayli also delves into communication strategies designed to help Republicans go on the offensive in the post-Trump political landscape. A dedicated public servant, Assemblyman Essayli’s fresh and innovative approach offers insight and hope for navigating these challenging times.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:37 - Why did you run for California Assembly?

03:41 - American Dream story

05:49 - The Democrat machine in California

08:39 - What have you seen in California politics?

11:01 - Seven Weeks

12:12 - Most Surprising Thing About CA Politics

18:02 - Lobbying Example

21:39 - Good Ranchers

22:31 - How to defeat the CA Democrats?

24:24 - Can conservative reform happen in CA?

28:52 - Teacher’s hiding information from parents

30:16 - Hallow

31:07 - The faulty “right to privacy”

33:12 - Gender bill

47:51 - Bill’s faith background

55:42 - Gavin Newsom

56:58 - President Trump

Why is masculine energy the topic on everyone’s mind? Andrew Tate’s relentless chatter about manhood has sparked controversy, while even figures like Mark Zuckerberg are calling for more masculinity in the business world. But what does true masculinity really look like? Today’s guest, Nick Freitas—husband, father, podcaster, Green Beret combat veteran, and member of the Virginia House of Delegates—offers a grounded, principled perspective. He shares how men can embrace authentic masculinity by becoming dependable providers, rejecting womanizing, and committing fully to their families. Nick also explains where influencers like Tate go wrong and lays out a better roadmap for young men to follow. Plus, we dive into a surprising pro-life vote in Virginia and its significance for the broader movement. Tune in for this must-hear conversation!  

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00:00 - Intro

01:10 - Virginia House of Delegates

03:56 - How did American politics get to this point?

09:07 - LA Fires and DEI hires

11:37 - Jackie Robinson and segregation

13:04 - Good Ranchers

14:36 - Lack of strong conservative male voices

16:21 - Nick’s take on Andrew Tate

26:10 - Seven Weeks

29:01 - Mark Zuckerberg and Joe Rogan

34:41 -  Masculinity is a positive thing

35:54 - CrowdHealth

43:45 - Capable Men

46:30 - Advice for men to develop competency

55:03 - Need for Sexual Integrity

Dr Bob Sears is on a dangerous mission: to inform parents with the relevant information they need about vaccines. Why is that so controversial? That's what we're wondering.  On today's episode, I sit down with Dr. Bob Sears, an experienced physician and author specializing in vaccine education. Dr. Sears provides an in-depth, balanced discussion of the potential risks, adverse effects, and benefits of vaccines. He also sheds light on the hidden forces driving government policies and pharmaceutical companies—where profit motives often influence decisions. At The Lila Rose Podcast, we aren’t afraid to tackle tough topics. Tune in for the facts, insights, and empowering information you need to make the best choices for your family.

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Just days ago, Jackie and Peter Halpin returned home to find it completely destroyed by the LA wildfire. Amid the ashes, two statues remained untouched: the Virgin Mary and St. Joseph. Their response? They immediately offered prayers of thanksgiving and sang the ancient hymn Regina Caeli. The beauty of their unwavering faith and hope has since gone viral, inspiring millions. 

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Join me for an inspiring conversation with author and theologian Dr. Scott Hahn as he shares his remarkable journey from a rebellious teenager to a devoted follower of Jesus. Dr. Hahn recounts his transformative discovery of the Catholic Church through scripture and the writings of the Church Fathers—an experience that challenged his biases, strained friendships, and even tested his marriage. At the heart of this discussion is a profound exploration of the Eucharist, the central focus of the Mass, and its rich foreshadowing in biblical references to the sacrifice of the lamb. Don’t miss this engaging episode that will deepen your scripture study and reveal the powerful story behind one of today’s most influential Catholic thinkers.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:56 - Scott’s famous stolen Bible

00:03:15 - Scott Hanh’s 50+ books

00:04:15 - Scott’s childhood crimes

00:06:05 - Scott fell in love with Sacred Scripture

00:08:39 - Constipation

00:10:09 - Ad 1: Good Ranchers

00:11:01 - Discovering the Church Fathers

00:12:15 - Anti-Catholic

00:14:09 - High priest for ever

00:17:44 - Mass is Heaven on earth

00:19:03 - A horror-mystery-romance

00:20:31 - Kimberly Hahn’s conversion

00:21:59 - Marriage Problems After Conversion

00:23:11 - EveryLife

00:26:14 - Scott’s childhood patterns

00:27:51 - The cop who busted Scott

00:31:52 - Exodus 90

00:32:49 - Catholic disbelief in Eucharist

00:35:08 - The new surpasses the old, but doesn’t subvert it

00:35:42 - The Table and Road to Emmaus

00:37:48 - Covenant

00:43:51 - Using the Church Fathers in his sermons

00:46:06 - Eastern Orthodox

00:47:03 - Family pyramid

00:48:17 - Protestants think the Catholic church is too extra

00:50:04 - America and Religion

00:53:31 - Why pray to Mary?

00:58:58 - The Big Picture of the Bible

01:05:49 - Wholistic way of reading the bible

01:10:30 - Interpreting the Bible

01:14:43 - The Coming Home Network

01:16:26 - Personal Relationship and Family

01:19:23 - Once saved always saved?

01:22:59 - you’re allowed to ask question

01:25:46 - Luther’s biggest error

01:30:11 - Intercession

01:37:05 - Sober Intoxication

01:38:20 - Ignatius Study Bible

01:44:03 - Young American Catholics

01:46:24 - Scott’s son’s story

Join me for a conversation with former Los Angeles Fire Captain Paul Ybarra as we dive into the heart of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. We’re uncovering the hard truths—from resource shortages to leadership failures—and tackling the tough questions about what went wrong and how we can stop this from happening again.

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What advice does Thomas Aquinas have for the modern person, especially the modern parent? Have you ever felt that something might be missing in modern parenting trends, like gentle parenting? In today’s episode, Father Gregory Pine introduces us to an ancient practice that has shaped children for centuries: virtue ethics. First explored by classical philosophers like Aristotle and later popularized in the Middle Ages by St. Thomas Aquinas, virtue ethics remains central to the Church’s teachings on character formation. Father Pine, drawing from his deep knowledge of St. Thomas Aquinas, offers practical guidance for parents seeking to cultivate virtues like justice, prudence, temperance, and fortitude in their children. Raising children to be happy and holy adults can feel daunting, but this episode is essential for empowering parents to nurture future saints. Additionally, Father Pine shares his personal journey—how he discovered his vocation and developed a passion for St. Thomas Aquinas’ teachings. I hope this conversation inspires and equips you to approach parenting with a renewed perspective and practical tools.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:43 - How did you become a Dominican?

00:07:26 - Fr Gregory’s love for Aquinas

00:11:48 - Exodus 90

00:12:45 - Special passion for Thomas Aquinas?

00:14:51 - Who is Thomas Aquinas?

00:16:45 - Summa Theologiae

00:18:45 - Not everyone needs to be interested in Aquinas

00:22:38 - What would Aquinas say to the modern woman?

00:22:53 - We Heart Nutrition

00:26:01 - Truths revealed in their proper ways

00:32:09 - Crowd Health

00:33:26 - When we love God…

00:35:23 - What could mothers learn from Aquinas?

00:42:35 - We are made human (aka limited)

00:44:48 - Courage

00:46:04 - God loves us weird

00:53:20 - Motherhood and Emotions

00:57:35 - Is all yelling bad?

00:58:49 - innocence of emotion

01:04:33 - Modern man is haunted…

01:07:18 - Aquinas’ advice for moms

01:10:12 - The Lord doesn’t want women’s hearts divided

01:13:12 - Virtues summarized

01:16:33 - Teaching children prudence

01:21:31 - St Edith Stein and ‘Coaching” others

01:25:39 - Aquinas 101 Platform