40 Days for Life Podcast

The overturning of Roe v. Wade three years ago was decades in the making. And in fact, it was only possible because of a 31-year-long chain of extraordinarily improbable events. Every last link of that chain was necessary for the Supreme Court to dismantle Roe. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we look at the miraculous developments that restored the right of the people to legally protect the lives of unborn children. Banter ends at 19:16

Abortion advocates describe abortion pills as a safe way to end an unintended pregnancy. But new data shows that abortion pills are MUCH more dangerous than the industry would have you believe. These deadly pills now account for the majority of abortions in America and much of the rest of the world. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we dig into the shocking report to reveal what EVERY pro-lifer must know in the brave new world of abortion pills.

It's "Pride Month" again. But the endless varieties of rainbow flags aren't quite as prevalent as they were just a few years ago. Pride comes before the fall—and on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we review the mounting evidence that the forced celebration of LGBTQ+ ideology is old news. We cover: How corporate America is distancing itself from the LGBTQ+ movement; Hetero Awesome Fest;  Why it matters that Christians have opened up a second front in the culture wars.

Planned Parenthood released its 2023-24 annual report. And it's so insane it merits its own podcast episode. AGAIN. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, former Planned Parenthood manager Ramona Trevino joins us to break down the most unhinged excerpts of Planned Parenthood's annual report. We discuss: What is virginity (according to Planned Parenthood)? The stunning number of donors Planned Parenthood lost in the last year; How Planned Parenthood finds hope in...sexually transmitted infection testing?

Siobhan Fallon Hogan appeared on Saturday Night Life, Seinfeld, and MANY of your favorite movies. Perhaps more important are the roles she refused to take because they conflicted with her Christian faith.  Siobhan joins The 40 Days for Life Podcast to discuss the best mainstream films that weren't intended to be pro-life--but nevertheless convey a pro-life message. 

"Choice." "Reproductive Justice." "Pregnancy Interruption." There is a seemingly endless number of terms used to describe abortion. But none of them ever actually says what abortion is or what abortion does. If you're passionate about something, you typically LOVE to talk about it. Not abortion supporters. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we discuss the question abortion advocates fear most: What is abortion?

For all the handwringing about saving democracy, government "of the people, by the people, and for the people" has given way to bureaucracy. Now, government of, by, and for unelected, unaccountable bureaucrats rules America. But the 40 Days for Life Institute of Law & Justice is fighting back!  On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, our general counsel, Matt Britton, gives an update on the legal landscape of abortion... ...as well as how 40 Days for Life is: -Working alongside law enforcement to protect unborn children in states like Missouri and North Dakota; -Catching Planned Parenthood's IRS violations--and holding the abortion giant accountable; -Ending the legal persecution of 40 Days for Life leaders; -Much more!

With summer just around the corner, it's a great time to pack the family car and head out on the Great American road trip. If you don't have plans for a summer vacation yet, we've got you covered with ideas for some fun while the kids are off of school. These family-friendly trips can be done on a budget if the destination is drivable. Tune in...and then hit the road and make some memories!

It's prom season—a time for dancing, fun, and…teen pregnancies. That prompts an important—and controversial—question: What's the Christian position on teenagers dating? Is it innocent fun—or a recipe for disaster? We chime in with our opinions on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast.

Luke wrote “Acts of the Apostles” as a sequel to his Gospel. The book picks up after the ascension of Jesus to chronicle the life of the early Church. That makes the Easter season a great time to pray through Acts of the Apostles. Previously on The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we introduced you to 9 People You Meet at Christ's Birth AND Planned Parenthood and 10 People You Meet at Christ's Passion AND at Planned Parenthood. Today, we introduce you to 10 People You Meet in Acts of the Apostles AND at Planned Parenthood: Matthias Peter Annas and Caiaphas Parthians, Medes, Elamites, Mesopotamians, Judeans, Cappadocians, residents of Pontus and Asia, Phrygians, Pamphilians, Egyptians, Libyans, Cyrenians, Romans, Cretans, and Arabians  The Athenians Mark Demetrius the Silversmith Barnabas The Sadducees Paul

Holy Week is the pivot of all of human history. The “week that changed the world” reconciled man to God, atoned for our sins, and opened the doors to everlasting life. Holy Week should also serve as the pivot of our entire year. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we share tips for observing Holy Week in a way that will turbocharge your faith life for the year ahead.

A majority of pro-life Americans are women, but new survey data from Gallup shows that men are catching up. Nearly half of men now identify as pro-life. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we break down the encouraging trend of men waking up to the reality of abortion and the harm it causes women, babies…and themselves.

More than 25,000 babies have been saved at a 40 Days for Life vigil since 2007 that we know of. Every time a life is saved, the pain and destruction of abortion are averted, and limitless potential is unleashed. But what about when we don't save any babies? Are our efforts still worth it? Of course--and we'll share five things to remember when you don't save any babies on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast.

In late 2011, Donald Trump said he wouldn't rule out running as an independent candidate for president because we must “Make America Great Again.”  Five years later, Trump would ride the phrase all the way to the White House—a feat he repeated again last year. Can pro-lifers use the magic of MAGA messaging to win hearts and minds on abortion? Yes! And we'll share how on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast.

Banter ends at 7:16 Have you ever had an abortion supporter--or maybe even a pro-lifer--tell you that praying on the sidewalk for an end to abortion is anti-biblical? On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we explore the various scripture verses used to “prove” that 40 Days for Life is prohibited by the Bible!

Recently, the New York Times published results of an investigation revealing that America's leading abortion provider is in crisis. Interviews with more than 50 current and former Planned Parenthood executives, consultants, and medical staff members show a startling pattern of botched abortions, disillusioned staffers, and financial devastation. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we reveal the exposé's most shocking revelations--and our theory for WHY the New York Times has turned on Planned Parenthood. 

Everybody knows Lent is a great time to pray more. But that's easier said than done. Knowing that we should step up our prayer life isn't the same as knowing how to step up our prayer life. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we give you practical ideas for growing your relationship with the Lord this Lent.

On last week's episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we broke down 10 pop culture phenomena that ruined the world. But things are looking up. Wokeness is on life support, and there's evidence that the chaos of the last decade is giving way to a return to sanity. On this podcast, we look at 10 encouraging pop-culture trends that show America is back!

Television, music, and movies can tell you a lot about a society…and pop culture hasn't exactly put our society's best foot forward. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we reveal 10 pop culture phenomena that ruined the world.

Banter ends at 14:53. Abortion advocates have a hard job trying to make the slaughter of children palatable to the public. So they share heartbreaking stories of mothers facing difficult pregnancies—rape, incest, and maternal health challenges—and then assert that abortion is the only solution. If you suggest killing a child isn't necessary, abortion supporters try to shame you into silence by accusing you of siding with rapists or even wanting women to die. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we share What to Say When abortion supporters bring up the hardest of the hard cases.

Do animals possess the same dignity as people? From doggy strollers to laws establishing legal rights for rivers, there's a growing push to elevate the status of animals and nature... ...and to undermine the unique dignity of human beings.  On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we explore how putting nature on a pedestal is dangerous for children--and for the looming underpopulation crisis. 

Planned Parenthood touts itself as a health care provider. But the legitimate services the abortion chain provides are either overstated or can be obtained elsewhere. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we break down why defunding America's leading abortion provider would not negatively impact women--and would instead improve America's quality of health care. 

Roe v. Wade subjected America to nearly five decades of abortion on demand in all 50 states. Two and a half years after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned it and restored Americans' right to protect the least of our brothers and sisters, it's clearer than ever that Roe was destined for the scrapyard. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a look at the contradictions, lies, and miscalculations that doomed Roe from the start.

Abortion weighs heavily on the hearts of pro-lifers who witness women walking into abortion facilities despite their efforts to offer life-affirming alternatives. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we discuss the emotional toll we face as pro-life advocates and ways to combat the emotional fatigue we feel.

Human trafficking is modern-day slavery--and the fastest growing form of organized crime. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we look at the harrowing statistics, how the human trafficking industry and abortion industry are deeply intertwined, the impact of human trafficking rescue efforts, and what you can do to prevent human trafficking (and by extension some abortions) in your neighborhood.

Banter ends at 6:15 It's important for pro-lifers to remind young women who find themselves facing unplanned pregnancies that their dreams, careers, and goals are still attainable. But we should also be clear that "just" being a mom isn't settling. It's the greatest achievement of all.  On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we dive into why all mothers should be encouraged and congratulated--regardless of whether they win a Nobel Prize or become a CEO. 

It's the most wonderful time of the year. As we prepare to break for the celebration of our Lord's birth, we dive into seven of the most beloved Christmas carols…and why they mean a little more to pro-lifers!

Abortion pills now account for a majority of all abortions in the United States. But even many pro-lifers don't know how they work, why they're so dangerous, or where they're legal in the post-Roe world. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we break down what every pro-lifer needs to know about abortion pills in 2025.

Voters in a number of conservative states have enshrined a right to abortion in their state constitutions. How could this happen? A recent piece in Reason magazine makes a compelling case that the overturning of Roe v. Wade was an inflection point in which pro-lifers suddenly and decisively turned against their pro-life convictions. Is that true? It's complicated. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a close look at the pro-lifers who aren't actually pro-life. 

Thanksgiving banter ends at 28:50 This Thanksgiving, we're grateful for the 25,000th baby saved from abortion at a 40 Days for Life vigil (that we know of!), 10 abortion facilities closed this year, and big wins for abortion-vulnerable moms in this month's elections. On our annual Thanksgiving episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we celebrate an exciting lineup of prayers answered this year.

The 2024 election is finally over. While it wasn't a clean sweep for pro-lifers, there were many victories pro-lifers can build upon to save lives from abortion. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we break down the election results--the good, the bad, and the ugly--and what they mean for the abortion landscape in 2025 and beyond.   

The most extreme pro-abortion administration in U.S. history is on the way out…along with its weaponized DOJ, its censorship, and its persecution of pro-life Americans. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we'll break down what this fall's elections mean for abortion-vulnerable moms and babies…and for YOU!

Former Planned Parenthood workers have long said that there's a disconnect between the abortion giant's leadership and its employees. The behind-closed-doors squabbles have now erupted into a very messy, very public mutiny! On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast we take a look at active Planned Parenthood workers' ugly accusations against America's leading abortion chain.

Ugly political losses have led some pro-life candidates to turn their backs on defenseless unborn babies and their mothers. Is the pro-life position a political loser?  It doesn't have to be. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a look at how to win hearts, minds, AND elections.

On part two of our 4th-trimester abortion series, we continue responding to pro-abortion politicians' claims that late-term abortion and infanticide simply don't happen.  That's right. Not only do late-term abortions and infanticide take place, but we needed TWO entire episodes to document the evidence. 

On this week's episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we discuss fourth-trimester abortion, which--.  Wait, what? Fourth-trimester abortions? There are only three trimesters of pregnancy.  True. But infanticide is increasingly in vogue among abortion supporters. Pro-abortion politicians claim infanticide doesn't exist, so we'll discuss the what, why, where, and who of so-called fourth-trimester abortions. 

According to a recent Gallup Poll, the crisis at the southern border is one the most pressing challenges facing America. While politicians on both sides of the aisle continue to argue about the issue, pro-lifers know that there is more to immigration than meets the eye. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast we take a closer look at the intersection of immigration and abortion.

Banter ends at 10:25 Pro-life signs are a powerful tool for saving lives in front of an abortion facility. But not all of them. Many signs brought to a pro-life vigil are well-intentioned…but they're not going to help you get the most out of your presence. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a look at five signs that don't help…and five that do.

When we hit the sidewalk to pray for an end to abortion, it's critical to be rooted in God's word—especially if we want to be effective instruments of the Lord. Jesus tells us, “The sower sows the word. … Those sown on rich soil are the ones who hear the word and accept it and bear fruit thirty and sixty and a hundredfold.” On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we share our favorite passages from God's word—Scripture verses that embolden, console, challenge, and equip us to stand in defense of the least of God's children: the unborn babies and moms in danger of abortion.

How do we explain abortion to children? Do we discuss it at all with them? On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we explore age-appropriate ways of talking about this difficult and heavy (but important) topic with children and share our stories of discussions with kids.

Pro-abortion rhetoric has grown increasingly bizarre over the last two and a half years... ...and it can be difficult to respond to arguments that don't make any sense. That's why we released What to Say When 2: Your Proven Guide in the New Abortion Landscape this week. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we preview the book--and share with you tips about countering pro-abortion talking points confidently and compassionately. 

Abortion supporters often accuse you of only caring about moms and children until the baby is born. It's a classic “gotcha” attack designed to discredit you and put you on the defensive. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we'll teach you how to defuse this silly critique quickly and painlessly.  

Population control advocates and climate alarmists have spent decades warning that the world is overpopulated. But in recent years, we've seen a seismic sociological shift as the world awakens to the reality that the real crisis is underpopulation. What appeared to be a fringe position just a few years ago has entered the mainstream thanks to alternative voices with big platforms. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a look at the real population timebomb.

November's election will have massive consequences for abortion-vulnerable moms and babies in America--and around the world. What's the best-case scenario? How about the worst? As we continue to answer questions from podcast listeners, we forecast what those outcomes might look like. We also discuss in vitro fertilization, the best way to bring the Gospel to abortion clients, how pro-lifers will vote in November, and more!

Banter ends at 19:11. How should pro-lifers look at abortion exceptions? What can pro-lifers in blue states with extreme pro-abortion laws do to save lives? Are struggling 40 Days for Life vigils worth the trouble?  On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a deep-dive into YOUR burning questions! Have a question you'd like answered on the show? Email podcast@40daysforlife.com.  Just for fun, we also remember Shawn and Steve's misbehavior from high school. 

For years, abortion advocates have insisted that pro-life laws kill women, but more than two years after the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, they still can't name one woman killed by pro-life protections for unborn children. That hasn't stopped pro-abortion media from insisting that childbirth is dangerous…even more dangerous than abortion. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we break down those claims so you're not at a loss for words when abortion supporters tell you abortion is safer than birth.

After the chaos of 2020, the 2024 election cycle appeared to be a bit of a snoozer...until this month.  A former (and perhaps future) president was shot. The sitting president was forced out of the race. Meanwhile, Donald Trump picked millenial JD Vance as his running mate while Kamala Harris searches for her VP candidate. What will August bring? On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we discuss what July's violence and chaos have to do with abortion--and why 40 Days for Life points the way toward the solution to an ailing culture. 

The dog days of summer are here. Whether you're at the beach or curled up in a hammock, it's a great time to pick up a book. On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we share our favorite books that pro-lifers should read. These books aren't all explicitly pro-life, but pro-lifers will benefit from reading each of them. Tune in and decide which one you'll tackle first... ...and be sure to pick up a book we don't review on this podcast, What to Say When 2: Your Proven Guide in the New Abortion Landscape, at 40daysforlife.com/2

On part two of our series on how language impacts the abortion debate, we continue to look at at the psychological impact our choice of words has on what we (and others) think about abortion. (You don't need to have listened to the first episode in this series to benefit from this episode.) Tune in to part one by visiting 40daysforlife.com/language-1

Language is powerful. And when it's misused, the results can be deadly.  On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we take a look at the psychological impact our choice of words has on what we (and others) think. We'll break down how language can frame the abortion debate with a pro-abortion bias--and how to avoid contributing to the hijacking of the conversation.

Independence Day is a celebration of a country founded on the premise that EVERY human being is endowed by the Creator with the unalienable rights to LIFE, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. When America falls short of that standard, patriotic women and men make heroic sacrifices to right the ship. Pro-lifers now carry that torch--and on this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, we share 10 quotes from American heroes that will get you fired up to end abortion!