In this episode of This Is a Woman, Sophia Lorey interviews Bunni Pounds, founder of Christians Engaged and Senior Vice President of Family Policy Alliance, about faith, civic engagement, and a historic upcoming national event.

Bunni shares her journey from working in congressional politics and running for office to launching Christians Engaged, a ministry dedicated to mobilizing believers to pray, vote, and engage in public life from a biblical worldview. The conversation then centers on America Reads the Bible, a week-long public reading of the entire Bible in Washington, D.C., in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Hosted at the Museum of the Bible, the event will feature national leaders, pastors, worship artists, and public figures reading Scripture from Genesis to Revelation.

Throughout the episode, Sophia and Bunni emphasize the need for unity across denominations, a return to daily Scripture, and a renewed commitment to Christ as the foundation for cultural and national renewal.

America Reads the Bible

https://americareadsthebible.com

Christians Engaged

https://christiansengaged.org

Family Policy Alliance

https://familypolicyalliance.com

Gen Z Summit, Sophia is Speaking at

https://www.ce1630.org/return

In a culture that swings between “tradwife” and “boss babe,” where does biblical womanhood actually fit?

In this powerful and honest conversation, host Sophia Lorey sits down with speaker, seminary student, and advocate Noelle Fitchett to unpack one of the most pressing conversations facing Christian women today: marriage, singleness, calling, and cultural pressure.

Together, Sophia and Noelle dive into:

1. The rise of the “tradwife” movement — and where it goes right (and wrong)
2. The secular “boss babe” narrative — and what Scripture says about ambition and work
3. Common Christian myths about marriage and singleness
4. The lie that marriage is a reward for godliness
5. The truth that singleness is not a punishment
6. What it really means to be faithful in the season God has you in

As two Christian women navigating their mid-20s and beyond, Sophia and Noelle speak candidly about unmet expectations, the “ring by spring” culture, and the pressure many women feel to hit certain life milestones on a specific timeline.

They remind listeners that:

1. Marriage is not the ultimate purpose — Christ is.
2. You are not incomplete without a spouse.
3. God’s promises are about salvation, not a wedding date.
4. Both singleness and marriage are tools in God’s hands.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “behind,” wrestled with cultural extremes, or questioned where you fit as a Christian woman in today’s world — this episode will bring clarity, encouragement, and biblical truth.

Follow Noelle on instagram @ Noelle.Fitchett

In this episode of This Is a Woman, host Sophia Lorey takes listeners inside one of the most intense and revealing moments yet in the fight to protect girls’ sports in California.

Sophia breaks down exactly what happened at the recent California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) meeting, the powerful press conference held outside, and where the battle to save girls’ sports currently stands. You’ll hear firsthand from female high school athletes who are courageously speaking out after losing opportunities, safety, and fairness as males are allowed into female sports and locker rooms.

This episode also covers:

1. Why CIF claims their “hands are tied”—and why that isn’t true
2. The role of Bylaw 300D and how it undermines Title IX
3. Two state legislators who showed up to defend girls—and one who didn’t
4. Emotional testimonies from athletes, parents, and advocates
5. The growing movement demanding accountability from CIF and California leaders

These girls should be focused on school, sports, and graduation—not fighting bureaucrats for basic protections. Instead, they’re standing boldly for truth, fairness, and the future of women’s athletics.

This is more than politics. It’s about dignity, safety, and the right of girls to compete on a level playing field.

WATCH THE FULL SPEECHES & COVERAGE:

📺 Press Conference (Outside CIF):

https://youtu.be/fXOCSZc7R7E?si=6BDiql3uy461GIMZ

📺 CIF Meeting – Public Comment (Inside):

https://www.youtube.com/live/SIt1LLTqoY0?si=BXPLXAvs2s658e5p

TAKE ACTION: CALL & THANK

📞 Assemblywoman Kate Sanchez’s Office:

916-319-2071

📞 Assemblymember David Tangipa’s Office:

916-319-2008

DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY

📞 California Interscholastic Federation (CIF):

916-239-4477

Sophia Lorey is joined in Episode 63 of This Is a Woman Podcast by Faith Ozenbaugh, National Director of Young Women for America, for a candid and thought-provoking conversation on feminism versus biblical femininity and why the distinction matters.

Together, Sophia and Faith unpack how modern feminism has shifted across its waves, ultimately leaving many women confused, discouraged, and disconnected from their God-given design. Faith walks listeners through the origins of the feminist movement, explaining where early legal victories gave way to ideological extremes that now undermine women, family, and truth itself.

The conversation then turns toward biblical femininity not as a rigid checklist or cultural trend, but as a heart posture rooted in surrender to Christ and grounded in Scripture. Drawing from women throughout the Bible, including Deborah, Sophia and Faith highlight how Scripture affirms women as strong, wise, courageous leaders who flourish when they live in alignment with God’s design rather than cultural pressure.

Listeners will also hear a clear breakdown of common misconceptions surrounding submission, marriage, and womanhood, as well as a thoughtful critique of both radical feminism and the modern “tradwife” movement. Faith explains why neither extreme reflects the full biblical picture and why femininity is not limited to marriage or motherhood, but expressed faithfully in every season of a woman’s life.

The episode closes with a powerful reminder: femininity is not a burden, weakness, or form of oppression. It is a gift. Sophia and Faith encourage young women to reject the lies of feminism that demean womanhood, embrace biblical truth with discernment, and find joy, freedom, and purpose in the way God uniquely created them.

Links mentioned:

Young Women for America: https://concernedwomen.org/ywa/

Concerned Women for America: https://concernedwomen.org/

YWA on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yw4a/

Sophia Lorey is fresh back from Washington, D.C.—where she stood outside the U.S. Supreme Court during hours of oral arguments in two major girls’ sports cases.

In Episode 62, Sophia is joined by attorney Brittany Jones, President of Kansas Family Voice (https://kansasfamilyvoice.com/about/), who was inside the courtroom as the justices grilled attorneys on the meaning of sex, equal protection, and what Title IX was always meant to protect.

Together, they break down the two cases—Little v. Hecox (Idaho) and West Virginia v. BPJ—and explain why the legal questions matter far beyond those states. Brittany walks listeners through what it’s like to attend Supreme Court arguments in person, what stood out from the bench, and why the court’s questions often hint at the next cases already coming down the pipeline.

You’ll hear reactions to some of the most striking exchanges, including pointed questions about defining sex and whether separating sports by sex is “discrimination”—and why the stakes aren’t theoretical for female athletes. Sophia and Brittany also connect the moment to state-level fights (including California), and explain how a strong ruling could shift the pressure back onto legislators in states that still refuse to protect girls’ sports.

Links mentioned:

👉 Kansas Family Voice about page: https://kansasfamilyvoice.com/about/

👉 Full Supreme Court oral arguments: https://www.youtube.com/live/cGUfL9UAapQ?si=uaRn_I-bvti8QdNV

👉 Amicus brief (Jones & Carlson on behalf of 206 female legislators & 38 family policy councils): https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/24/24-38/378217/20250929160445789_24-38%20Amicus%20Brief_.pdf

In the first episode of the new year, Sophia Lorey breaks down two major girls’ sports cases headed to the U.S. Supreme Court—West Virginia v. BPJ and Hecox v. Little. These landmark cases will determine whether states have the right to protect women’s and girls’ sports from male participation and preserve fairness, safety, and opportunity for female athletes.

Sophia explains the background of each case, what the Supreme Court will be considering, and why the oral arguments on January 13th could have nationwide implications—including for California. She also shares heartbreaking firsthand accounts from female athletes impacted by these policies, updates listeners on the ongoing fight for girls’ sports in California, and previews upcoming advocacy efforts, rallies, and future podcast episodes breaking down the legal arguments in plain language.

If you want to understand what’s really at stake for women’s sports, why this issue goes far beyond trophies and titles, and how you can stay informed and involved—this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

In this special live episode, Sophia interviews Bethany Hamilton —the “Soul Surfer” whose grit and grace have inspired millions. Bethany shares how her childhood faith became her own, what got her back in the water just weeks after losing her arm at 13, and how she’s now surfing, homeschooling, and raising four adventurous kids.

They dive into:

• Faith that fuels resilience: from hospital bed to national titles and the Unstoppable documentary
• Joyful motherhood: cultivating a home where kids thrive, mentorship for girls, and choosing family first
• Women’s sports & fairness: Bethany’s public stand after WSL policy changes and what she hopes fathers and communities will do
• When convictions cost: parting ways with a longtime sponsor, trusting God with provision, and stewarding influence well
• Pro-life conviction: why she spoke at March for Life and partners with life-affirming companies
• Practical encouragement: scripture that anchors her, guarding your home as your first “arena,” and raising teens with truth and love

Recorded live at California Family Council’s Life • Family • Liberty Gala.

• How to support daughters facing unfair competition—and why men should speak up
• Honest talk on fame, privacy, and choosing a simple, connected family life
• A mother’s heart: inspiring young women to look forward to motherhood

Content note: This episode includes first-person accounts of uncomfortable locker-room situations, alleged sexual harassment, and injury.

Host Sophia Lorey sits down with three teen athletes—sisters Alyssa McPherson and Madison McPherson, and their teammate Hadeel Hazameh—to unpack why they’ve filed a Title IX lawsuit against the California Department of Education, CIF, and their school district, alleging violations at Jurupa High School. Joined by Jessica Tapia of Advocates for Faith & Freedom, they describe how policy played out in real time: competing alongside and against a male athlete in girls’ volleyball and track, locker-room moments that left them stunned, alleged butt-tapping and mocking comments about female anatomy and periods, a warm-up hit to the face, and the devastating choice to forfeit a senior season rather than accept what they believe is unfair and unsafe.

Jessica outlines the legal plan—including efforts to block AB 1266—and what “true Title IX compliance” means for current and future female athletes. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or student, this conversation shows the human cost behind headlines—and the courage it takes for teenagers to trade a season for a stand.

Listen if you want to know what bravery looks like in high school sports.

Resources & next steps:

• Learn more or donate to Advocates for Faith & Freedom see here: https://faith-freedom.com/cases-all/high-school-athletes-sue-to-protect-female-sports

• Share this episode with a parent, teammate, or coach.

• If you’re facing similar issues, document everything and please reach out to us!

Anaheim junior Lesley Ledesma joins Sophia to share how the new school year took a shocking turn when a male student entered the girls’ restroom—and how she responded with courage. After filing Title IX and OCR complaints and bringing her concerns to administrators, Lesley organized a student-led walkout at Esperanza High School declaring, “Girls deserve safe bathrooms.” Dozens of students—including many boys—showed up to stand for privacy and safety. You’ll also hear about support from community leaders like Sonja Shaw and Trustee Leandra Blades, and why Lesley’s family and faith moved her from fear to boldness.

Lesley explains the school’s “solution” (sending girls to the nurse’s bathroom), why that’s unjust, and what’s next: board meetings, formal complaints, and continued advocacy. If you’re a parent, student, or educator wrestling with these issues, this conversation offers practical steps, moral clarity, and hope.

Subscribe, share with a friend, and join us in praying for—and protecting—girls’ privacy and safety in every California school.

At Santa Rosa Junior College, sisters Madison and Gracie Shaw faced a choice no female athlete should ever have to make: keep quiet and compete alongside a male on the women’s volleyball team—or speak up for fairness, safety, and privacy. Their decision changed everything.

In this candid conversation, the Shaws describe how they learned a male player would join the women’s roster, what actually happened in the locker room, and the on-court injury risks they witnessed—including a point-blank spike to the face that showed the reality of male athletic advantage.

They also share how team dynamics shifted once they voiced concerns, why coaching staff and administrators failed to protect their athletes, and what led them to file a federal Title IX complaint. The result? Two young women stepping away from the sport they love rather than surrender their convictions.

Host Sophia Lorey connects their story to a wider pattern across California and the nation—from middle school P.E. to Division I—calling leaders to safeguard women’s sports and spaces. Madison and Gracie offer practical encouragement to girls facing similar situations: tell the truth, stand firm, and know you’re not alone.

If you care about fairness, safety, and privacy for female athletes, this episode will give you conviction, clarity, and hope—for such a time as this.

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