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How have screens and social media altered the brains of children? What is the long-term impact on their happiness and ability to be prosperous, fulfilled adults later on?“Looking at the brain science, we really have to treat screens more in the category of a highly addictive drug like digital fentanyl than sugar,” argues Clare Morell, a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and author of “The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones.”“These companies are in a race to the bottom. They're all in a race to get the youngest users. The incentives are not in place for them to put child safety first,” she says.While many apps advertise parental controls, the reality is there are far more hidden ways children can access addictive, dangerous, or pornographic content than parents may think, Morell says.“I just wanted to push back against this premise that the smartphone is an inevitable part of childhood. It doesn't need to be.”Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

Tonight's rundown: Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Stand Up for Your Country.  Talking Points Memo: Bill breaks down the latest evil act from Putin, with Poland invoking NATO's Article 4 after Russian drones violated its airspace. What we know about Israel's latest attack targeting Hamas' leadership. Patrick T. Brown, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins the No Spin News to discuss why Americans are turning away from capitalism and what has changed. Bill provides an update on the murder case of Ukrainian woman Iryna Zarutska. House Democrats released a birthday card to Jeffrey Epstein allegedly written by Trump, but was it forged? Final Thought: Don't miss the NewsNation special, "Bill O'Reilly: Confronting Evil," tonight at 10p/9c. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Technology has come in like a tidal wave and our culture has just willingly accepted and adopted it all without questioning the ramifications. This isn't just for ourselves as adults, but for our children as well. At this point, you'd have to be living in a cave to not know that there is some pushback and evidence showing the negative impact screens can have on our children. But, as a homeschool parent, you spend a lot of time being intentional and wonder if you've created enough boundaries around screens for your children. Or maybe your homeschool family has adopted some habits that you have concern about and wonder how to realistically make some changes. Clare Morell, of the Ethics and Public Policy Center and author of The Tech Exit is here on today's episode to give you facts, direction, and most of all, hope. She is in the trenches of motherhood, just like you are, so her advice and suggestions are not some pie in the sky dream, but realistic and practical. You don't want to miss this episode! ♥ Leigh   Clare's book: https://rstyle.me/+vHPSR3-gfZr2Ubevmo8sYA Website: https://sites.prh.com/thetechexitbook Substack: https://claremorell.substack.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetechexit/ X: https://x.com/claremorelleppc       JOIN THE NEWSLETTER  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.myflodesk.com/subscribe   DESIGN YOUR FAMILY'S UNIQUE HOMESCHOOL THAT YOU'LL LOVE! https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/blueprint   LITTLE BY LITTLE HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE TICKETS:  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/conference   CREATE YOUR HOMESCHOOL FAMILY'S HOME TASK SYSTEM https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com/tidyhome    GET EXCLUSIVE MENTORSHIP WITH LEIGH https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/mentorship   SIMPLIFY YOUR MEAL PLANNING https://littlebylittlehomeschool.com/meal     Website -  https://www.littlebylittlehomeschool.com Newsletter -  https://littlebylittlehomeschool.myflodesk.com/subscribe Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoollifestylecommunity Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/littlebylittlehomeschool/     Listen to these related episodes: 312. Is Your Homeschool Child Behind?  Settling This Hot Topic So You Can Move On    328. Best Homeschool Advice When You're In The Thick Of The Home Education Years    359. Properly Socializing Your Homeschool Children So They Aren't Weirdos   

On this episode of Commonwealth Matters: Dr. Ryan T. Anderson, president of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins Richard Nelson for a conversation on the family and cultural renewal. Dr. Anderson explains why the family is the cornerstone of a healthy society, how cultural shifts have weakened that foundation, and what steps can be taken to restore it. They discuss challenges posed by the sexual revolution, the redefinition of marriage, and the rise of individualism, while also pointing to hope through faith, policy, and the rebuilding of strong communities. This timely discussion reminds us that lasting cultural renewal begins at home—with families rooted in truth and ordered toward the common good. For more free content on the centrality of marriage and the family, join us at the Family and Cultural Renewal Conference—an evening dedicated to equipping believers to think deeply about the primacy of marriage and family as the foundation of cultural renewal. Admission is FREE, registration is required.

Clare is a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, where she directs EPPC's Technology and Human Flourishing Project. Prior to joining the EPPC, Mrs. Morell worked in both the White House Counsel's Office and the Department of Justice, as well as in the private and non-profit sectors. She is the author of The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones, which we'll be talking about today. Click here for Clare's book: The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones Donate today through The Table For more resources, go to axis.org.

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are first joined by friend of the show Alexander Raikin, Visiting Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, to discuss how America has abandoned suicide safeguards and the lessons from Canada's MAID program. Next, David Robinson, a leading voice for Western Canadian independence, breaks down the crises north of the border, from economic instability to cultural tensions, and what they could mean for America. Then, seasoned financial expert Gary Gygi returns to analyze the latest jobs report and what it reveals about the health of the U.S. economy. And stay tuned for Kiley's Corner, as she dives into the latest drama in the small town of London, Kentucky—from a torture chamber investigation to ongoing clashes with the city council. www.breakingbattlegrounds.vote Twitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_Battle Facebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegrounds Instagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegrounds LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegrounds Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@breakingbattlegrounds Show sponsors: Santa Has A Podcast - This episode of Breaking Battlegrounds is brought to you by Santa Has a Podcast — a show for the whole family filled with kindness challenges, North Pole stories, elf updates, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic all year long. Listen now at SantaHasAPodcast.com. Invest Yrefy - investyrefy.com Old Glory Depot Support American jobs while standing up for your values. OldGloryDepot.com brings you conservative pride on premium, made-in-USA gear. Don't settle—wear your patriotism proudly. Learn more at: OldGloryDepot.com Dot VoteWith a .VOTE website, you ensure your political campaign stands out among the competition while simplifying how you reach voters. Learn more at: dotvote.vote

Discover the way ahead at Indiana Wesleyan University. Learn more here. Visit donate.accessmore.com and give today to help fund more episodes and shows like this. We know smartphones can be really harmful to kids and teens, but what can we do about it? Clare Morell brings a practical guide to freeing kids and teens from smartphones as we kick out the tech this month. Social media and addictive video games are not safe for kids, no matter what tech companies promise. In today's episode, you'll find out: 2:15 What no one would guess about social media 6:10 TikTok is digital fentanyl??? 10:00 Why parental controls are a myth 14:27 The simplest solution to this complex tech problem 21:35 Why your child is LESS safe with a phone  25:30 What parents don't see about “harmless” apps like Roblox 28:45 Why parents need to support phone-free schools 34:50 How the tech exit is especially important as Christians  Clare Morell is a trailblazing mama who is a policy analyst at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. She is the director of its Technology and Human Flourishing Project. Her work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Newsweek, National Review, and The Washington Times. She and her family live out their Tech Exit life together in Washington DC.   Learn more about Clare Morell and her book, The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones https://thetechexit.com/ https://claremorell.substack.com/ How have Arlene's kids adapted to not having phones, video games or social media? Watch the free video, Screen Kids: In Their Own Words. https://www.happyhomeuniversity.com/film Distracted on dates with your spouse? Get free date night ideas whether you have 15 minutes or one hour, small group questions for Making Marriage Easier and more Have a question for Arlene to address on the podcast?  Please email Arlene your questions and the topics you want covered on the show! Email speaking @ arlenepellicane.com

0:30 - Principal speaks out after Minnesota Catholic school shooting 11:09 - The suspected Minneapolis shooter posted a video showing their manifesto and weapons. One had “Israel must fall,” another “Burn Israel,” and a holster read “6 million wasn’t enough.” 30:12 - Kennedy on The Five: it's not the trans part, it's that he was mentally ill 48:28 - La Shawn Ford is Illinois State Representative for the 8th district and candidate for Illinois’ 7th congressional district. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to President Trump’s plan to deploy the National Guard to Chicago. 01:09:25 - Jenny Beth Martin is co-founder of Tea Party Patriots and host of the “Jenny Beth Show” podcast. She joined Dan Proft to talk about the Only Citizens Vote Tour 01:25:15 - Oak Park and River Forest High School removed external bathroom doors “in the name of safety.” 01:44:29 - Mary FioRito is Cardinal Francis George Fellow, Ethics and Public Policy Center. She joined Dan Proft with reaction to the Catholic school shooting in Minneapolis 02:04:45 - James Fitzgerald is a Retired FBI Special Agent & Criminal Profiler from the Unabomber case, now co-host the “Cold Red” podcast – it’s on Spotify, Apple, etc. – and author of the A Journey to the Center of the Mind memoir series. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to President Trump’s plan to deploy National Guard to big cities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode is a “supplement” to this coming Friday’s episode on the eschatological implications of briefs filed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and the Ethics and Public Policy Center with SCOTUS on transgenderism. Would you encourage or discourage the legislator argument I offer in today’s episode about women serving in the military? Remember: Legislators don’t have to make legal arguments to explain their vote on legislation.

Today’s short episode is a “supplement” to this coming Friday’s episode on the eschatological implications of briefs filed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and the Ethics and Public Policy Center with SCOTUS on transgenderism. Would you encourage or discourage the legislator argument I offer in today’s episode about women in the military? Remember: Legislators don’t have to make legal arguments to explain their vote on legislation.Support the show: https://www.factennessee.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode is a “supplement” to this coming Friday’s episode on the eschatological implications of briefs filed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and the Ethics and Public Policy Center with SCOTUS on transgenderism. Would you encourage or discourage the legislator argument I offer in today’s episode about women serving in the military? Remember: Legislators don’t have to make legal arguments to explain their vote on legislation.

In this conversation, Nina Caviggiola and Clare Morell discuss the significant impact of technology on children, particularly focusing on cell phone and screen use. They explore the addictive nature of interactive screens, the inadequacy of screen time limits, and the importance of fostering real-life social connections. Clare emphasizes the necessity of a digital detox for families and provides practical advice for parents on managing technology in their children's lives. The discussion highlights the challenges of navigating a tech-saturated world while prioritizing children's mental health and well-being. Clare Morell is a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, where she directs EPPC's Technology and Human Flourishing Project. She is also the author of the book, The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones, published by Penguin Random House. Ms. Morell has had opinion pieces published in the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Fox News, Bloomberg News, The New York Post, Newsweek, among others. Ms. Morell has testified before Congress and her work has also been featured in The New York Times. Ms. Morell lives with her husband and three children in Washington, D.C. https://thetechexit.com https://claremorell.substack.com https://eppc.org/author/clare_morell/ Instagram: @thetechexit The best way to cook just got better. Go to HelloFresh.com/MAMAKNOWS10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 As birth rates fall and family formation grows increasingly fragile across the developed world, understanding the forces driving these trends has never been more urgent. In this episode of Inside Policy Talks, we explore the complex interplay of policy, culture, and economics shaping family life in Canada and the United States.Patrick T. Brown, Senior Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington and a leading voice on family policy, joins host Peter Copeland, Deputy Director of Domestic Policy at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute to discuss why marriage and fertility rates are declining, how tax and welfare systems affect families, and what lessons can be drawn from experiences on both sides of the border.Brown shares insights and offers recommendations for policymakers seeking to support families and reverse demographic decline. He also addresses cultural shifts, economic pressures, and housing challenges influencing family decisions today. 

Maria Baer discusses freeing kids from smartphones with Clare Morell, researcher and advocate for children's rights with the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Clare's new book, The Tech Exit, is available now.     The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones by Clare Morell

This week on Family Policy Matters, host Traci DeVette Griggs welcomes Patrick T. Brown, a Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, to discuss a pro-family perspective on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

"To be male is not, first and foremost, to embody certain cultural expressions, like wearing blue. To be male or female is to possess a male or female body. Our bodies are not blank canvases. There is a purpose to the design that our bodies exhibit. That purpose, fundamentally, is the body's organization for reproduction. That is the only stable way to define male and female. any other classifications are built off that primary foundation." Today's show will take a look at transgenderism as we walk through chapter 7 of Andrew and Christian Walker's new book, "What Do I Say When...?: A Parents' Guide to Navigating Cultural Chaos for Children & Teens." Bring your questions! There will be time for Q&A and callers! Andrew Walker (PhD in Christian Ethics) serves at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary as Associate Dean in the School of Theology, and Associate Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology. He is also the Director of the Carl F. H. Henry Institute for Evangelical Engagement. Additionally, he is a fellow in Christian Political Thought at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and serves as the Managing Editor of WORLD Opinions. Christian Walker is an accomplished curriculum writer, elementary school educator, and former children's ministry leader.

Thomas J. Reese, senior analyst for Religion News Service; Stephen Schneck, commissioner of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom; and George Weigel, senior fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, discuss Pope Leo XIV's foreign policy priorities during his first 100 days and the Vatican's evolving role in international diplomacy. Claire Giangravé, Vatican reporter for Religion News Service, moderates the conversation. 

Thomas J. Reese, senior analyst for Religion News Service; Stephen Schneck, commissioner of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom; and George Weigel, senior fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, discuss Pope Leo XIV's foreign policy priorities during his first 100 days and the Vatican's evolving role in international diplomacy. Claire Giangravé, Vatican reporter for Religion News Service, moderates the conversation.

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Sam is joined by guest host Michelle Ugenti-Rita, and they first welcome Henry Olsen of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, who explains what European leaders misunderstand about Trump's stance on Ukraine and what his transactional approach to foreign policy really means. Then, RealClearPolitics' Susan Crabtree breaks down Donald Trump's alleged Epstein birthday letter, raising serious questions about media credibility, source verification, and political motives. Finally, Dominic Pino of National Review explores Governor Glenn Youngkin's ambitious deregulatory successes in Virginia, the failure of massive K–12 education spending to improve student outcomes, and why FDR was right to oppose public sector unions. Plus, in Kiley's Corner, Kiley covers two shocking criminal cases: the arrest of 17-year-old Sarah Grace Patrick for allegedly murdering her mother and stepfather while they slept, and an attempted honor killing in Washington state, where two parents are charged with trying to strangle their daughter after she refused an arranged marriage and fled to avoid being sent to Iraq. It's an episode you won't want to miss—tune in now!www.breakingbattlegrounds.voteTwitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_BattleFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegroundsInstagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegroundsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegroundsTruth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@breakingbattlegroundsShow sponsors:Invest Yrefy - investyrefy.comOld Glory DepotSupport American jobs while standing up for your values. OldGloryDepot.com brings you conservative pride on premium, made-in-USA gear. Don't settle—wear your patriotism proudly.Learn more at: OldGloryDepot.comDot VoteWith a .VOTE website, you ensure your political campaign stands out among the competition while simplifying how you reach voters.Learn more at: dotvote.vote4Freedom MobileExperience true freedom with 4Freedom Mobile, the exclusive provider offering nationwide coverage on all three major US networks (Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile) with just one SIM card. Our service not only connects you but also shields you from data collection by network operators, social media platforms, government agencies, and more.Use code ‘Battleground' to get your first month for $9 and save $10 a month every month after.Learn more at: 4FreedomMobile.comAbout our guest:Henry Olsen, a senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, studies and provides commentary on American politics. His work focuses on how America's political order is being upended by populist challenges, from the left and the right. He also studies populism's impact in other democracies in the developed world. You can follow him on X @henryolsenEPPC.-Susan Crabtree is a political correspondent for RealClearPolitics. She previously served as a senior writer for the Washington Free Beacon, and spent five years as a White House Correspondent for the Washington Examiner. You can follow her on X @susancrabtree.-Dominic Pino is the economics editor and Thomas L. Rhodes Fellow at National Review and the host of the American Institute for Economic Research podcast Econception. You can follow him on X @DominicJPino. Get full access to Breaking Battlegrounds at breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com/subscribe

Do you care that education has become so eroded? Do you want to know how to experience real education? Listen to this episode. George Weigel is a Distinguished Senior Fellow of Washington's Ethics and Public Policy Center. He is the New York Times bestselling author of more than two dozen books, including the two volumes of his internationally acclaimed biography of Saint John Paul II, Witness to Hope and The End and the Beginning. Other works by Weigel include The Fragility of Order, The Next Pope, Evangelical Catholicism, and Not Forgotten. His latest book is Pomp, Circumstance, and Unsolicited Advice: Commencement Addresses and University Lectures.

On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to reflect on the recent Supreme Court victory for online safety and discuss why it is important to protect kids and teens from a screen-saturated life.You can find Morell's book, The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones, here. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

On this episode of “The Federalist Radio Hour,” Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to reflect on the recent Supreme Court victory for online safety and discuss why it is important to protect kids and teens from a screen-saturated life. You can find Morell's […]

This week, Mike, Russell, and Clarissa discuss evangelicals abandoning support for PEPFAR with Peter Wehner. Then, the IRS says churches can endorse political candidates. Is that okay? Finally, the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act' has officially passed. Ingrid Delgado of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul stops by to help us understand the implications for the vulnerable.    REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: “Why Evangelicals Turned Their Back on PEPFAR”—The Atlantic This month's episode of Tuesday Night Live with Mike & Clarissa. GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN:  Take our survey for a chance to win a free sweatshirt.  Join the conversation at our Substack.  Find us on YouTube.  Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice.   ABOUT THE GUESTS:   Peter Wehner is a contributing writer at The Atlantic and a senior fellow at the Trinity Forum. He was formerly a speechwriter for George W. Bush and a senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Wehner is a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times, and his work also appears in publications including The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and National Affairs. Ingrid Delgado is the national director of public policy and advocacy at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA, an organization that seeks to raise the profile of issues such as homelessness and protection for the most vulnerable. She previously worked for the US. Conference of Catholic Bishops as associate director of government relations and, before then, as a domestic policy advisor.  ABOUT THE BULLETIN:  The Bulletin is a twice-weekly politics and current events show from Christianity Today moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor in chief) and Mike Cosper (director, CT Media). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more.    The Bulletin listeners get 25% off CT. Go to https://orderct.com/THEBULLETIN to learn more.    “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today Producer: Clarissa Moll Associate Producer: Alexa Burke Editing and Mix: TJ Hester Music: Dan Phelps Executive Producers: Erik Petrik and Mike Cosper   Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about taxing endowments of American colleges and universities. First on the show is Henry Olsen, senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and host of the Beyond the Polls with Henry Olsen podcast. Later, we hear from Alex Muresianu, Senior Policy Analyst at the Tax Foundation. You can find Henry on X @HenryOlsenEPPC and Alex at @ahardtospell.

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July 5th, 2025 - Do you care that education has become so eroded? Do you want to know how to experience real education? Listen to this episode. George Weigel is a Distinguished Senior Fellow of Washington's Ethics and Public Policy Center. He is the New York Times bestselling author of more than two dozen books, including the two volumes of his internationally acclaimed biography of Saint John Paul II, Witness to Hope and The End and the Beginning. Other works by Weigel include The Fragility of Order, The Next Pope, Evangelical Catholicism, and Not Forgotten. His latest book is Pomp, Circumstance, and Unsolicited Advice: Commencement Addresses and University Lectures.

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Do you care that education has become so eroded? Do you want to know how to experience real education? Listen to this episode. George Weigel is a Distinguished Senior Fellow of Washington's Ethics and Public Policy Center. He is the New York Times bestselling author of more than two dozen books, including the two volumes of his internationally acclaimed biography of Saint John Paul II, Witness to Hope and The End and the Beginning. Other works by Weigel include The Fragility of Order, The Next Pope, Evangelical Catholicism, and Not Forgotten. His latest book is Pomp, Circumstance, and Unsolicited Advice: Commencement Addresses and University Lectures. Learn more about The Spirit World at www.GRNonline.com/SpiritWorld

Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/ In this conversation, Nathanael Blake discusses his book 'Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All,' exploring the implications of the sexual revolution on society, particularly focusing on the harm it has caused to children and families. He argues for the superiority of Christian sexual ethics and critiques the notion of sexual liberation, emphasizing the need for authentic love and commitment in relationships. The discussion also touches on the political context surrounding transgender issues and the failures of modern political philosophy to address the needs of children. Nathanael Blake, Ph.D., is a Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, focusing on American political theory, Christian political thought, and natural law. He holds a doctorate in political theory from the Catholic University of America, where he wrote on the relationship between natural law and history. Dr. Blake has taught political science and was a Richard M. Weaver Fellow. His commentary has appeared in Public Discourse, The Federalist, National Review, and more. His forthcoming book, Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All, will be published by Ignatius Press in Spring 2025.

4:20 pm: Guy Ciarrocchi, political commentator and a contributor to Broad and Liberty joins the show for a conversation about how the fact that not one Democrat has spoken out against Zohran Mamdani's candidacy to be Mayor of New York says a lot about the state of the Democratic Party.4:38 pm: Betsy Brantner Smith, a retired police sergeant and spokesperson for the National Police Association, joins Rod and Greg to discuss why she says Americans are rejecting the defund the police movement.6:05 pm: Henry Olsen, Senior Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins the show to discuss the results of a new Pew Validated Voter Survey that shows the Democrats are hemorrhaging men and could be in serious trouble.6:38 pm: Steve Goreham, author and Environmental Researcher, joins the show to explain why, despite media reports, the recent heat wave in America is not man-made.

Sexual liberation promised freedom, but it delivered heartbreak. In this week's episode of The Narrative, we're joined by Nathanael Blake, author of Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All, to candidly talk about the consequences of a culture that has abandoned God's intended design for sex, marriage, and family. CCV President Aaron Baer and Policy Director David Mahan sit down with Nathanael to walk through the damage left in the wake of the sexual revolution—how women, children, and even men have suffered under the lie that we can separate sex from commitment, family, and faithfulness. Before their conversation with Nathanael, Aaron and David break down the latest Franklin County court ruling, which claims EDChoice in Ohio is unconstitutional. They also share an update on the state budget and what's ahead for Ohio, pending Governor DeWine's signature. More about Nathanael Blake Nathanael Blake, Ph.D., is a Life and Family Initiative Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. His research interests include American political theory, Christian political thought, and the intersection of natural law and philosophical hermeneutics. His published scholarship has included work on Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Hans-Georg Gadamer, Alasdair MacIntyre, Russell Kirk, and J.R.R. Tolkien. He received an undergraduate degree in microbiology with a chemistry minor from Oregon State University. After working as a writer and editor in the pro-life movement, he enrolled in graduate studies at the Catholic University of America, earning a doctorate in political theory. As a cultural commentator, Dr. Blake has published hundreds of articles at outlets including Public Discourse, World Opinions, The Federalist, The Catholic World Report, and National Review. His first book, Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All was published in the Spring of 2025. He lives in Virginia with his wife and children.

Dr. Pamela Pyle, author of "Anticipating Heaven," shares her story of God graciously calling her to faith in Jesus.  Nathanael Blake, a fellow withthe Ethics and Public Policy Center and author of "Victims of the Revolution," looks at the last 60 years of the sexual revolution and how it has lead to less connection and less human thriving, both as individuals and as a society.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/ In this conversation, Nathanael Blake discusses his book 'Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All,' exploring the implications of the sexual revolution on society, particularly focusing on the harm it has caused to children and families. He argues for the superiority of Christian sexual ethics and critiques the notion of sexual liberation, emphasizing the need for authentic love and commitment in relationships. The discussion also touches on the political context surrounding transgender issues and the failures of modern political philosophy to address the needs of children. Nathanael Blake, Ph.D., is a Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, focusing on American political theory, Christian political thought, and natural law. He holds a doctorate in political theory from the Catholic University of America, where he wrote on the relationship between natural law and history. Dr. Blake has taught political science and was a Richard M. Weaver Fellow. His commentary has appeared in Public Discourse, The Federalist, National Review, and more. His forthcoming book, Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All, will be published by Ignatius Press in Spring 2025.   Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All - Ethics & Public Policy Center: https://eppc.org/book/victims-of-the-revolution-how-sexual-liberation-hurts-us-all/ Send this book to: Campus Ministers, Christian Educators, Pastors, Deacons, Elders in Various Christian Congregations, Bible Study Leaders, and receptive people.   Watch the full episode, uncensored, on Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/Theruthinstitute Subscribe to our YouTube playlist: @RuthInstitute  Follow us on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/theruthinstitute https://twitter.com/RuthInstitute https://www.facebook.com/TheRuthInstitute/ https://theruthinstitute.locals.com/newsfeed  

Guests: Clare Morell & Benedict Whalen Host Scot Bertram talks with Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and director of EPPC's Technology and Human Flourishing Project, about the long-term effects of smartphone use on children and her new book The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones. And […]

Guests: Clare Morell & Benedict Whalen Host Scot Bertram talks with Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and director of EPPC’s Technology and Human Flourishing Project, about the long-term effects of smartphone use on children and her new book The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones. And Benedict Whalen, associate professor of English at Hillsdale College, continues a series on the life and work of American writer Mark Twain. This week, he discusses The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of CMDA Matters, we're joined by Ryan T. Anderson, Ph.D., President of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, and Jamie Bryan Hall, EPPC's Director of Data Analysis, for an important conversation about the safety of the abortion pill, mifepristone. Together, they unpack findings from a groundbreaking EPPC study analyzing more than 865,000 insurance claims – the largest-known study of its kind. This episode explores troubling trends in serious adverse events related to abortion pill use, including hospitalizations, infections, misdiagnoses, and coercion.

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In this episode, Carl and Todd are joined by Francis Maier, a senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, to discuss the influential works of Neil Postman. They explore Postman's critiques of technology, particularly in relation to culture and education, and how these ideas resonate with contemporary issues.  Until people understand that they have the personal responsibility of reform and conversion, there isn't going to be any change in the culture. – Fran Maier From the effects of social media on anger and despair to the importance of personal responsibility in navigating technology, this conversation delves into the complexities of modern life through the lens of Postman's insights. We are pleased to offer three copies of Neil Postman's book, Amusing Ourselves to Death, to our listeners, thanks to the generosity of Penguin Publishing. Enter here for the opportunity to win. Show Notes: Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman Technopoly by Neil Postman The End of Education by Neil Postman Building a Bridge to the 18th Century by Neil Postman Essays by Neil Postman: “The Parable of Ring Around the Collar” “Social Science As Moral Philosophy” “In the Kingdom of Noise,” article by Francis Maier

On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Jennifer Bryson, fellow in the Catholic Women's Forum of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the impact of left-wing activism on sports and suggest practical avenues of resistance. You can find Bryson's Ethics & Public Policy Center report, "Reclaim Team USA Sports from Activism,"  here.If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

On this episode of “The Federalist Radio Hour,” Jennifer Bryson, fellow in the Catholic Women's Forum of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss the impact of left-wing activism on sports and suggest practical avenues of resistance. You can find Bryson's Ethics & Public Policy Center report, […]

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comLaunched in 2003, PEPFAR has saved over 25 million lives and stood as one of America's most celebrated bipartisan achievements. But under the Trump administration's second term, this global health initiative faces near-total collapse. In this urgent conversation, Peter Wehner—a veteran of three Republican administrations and a key PEPFAR advocate—explains how executive orders, the gutting of USAID, and MAGA-driven misinformation have jeopardized millions. Wehner, a senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and contributor to The Atlantic and The New York Times, also reflects on the unraveling of U.S. soft power, the erosion of moral clarity in the evangelical world, and how Christians should respond to mass suffering abroad.From the devastation of Africa's healthcare infrastructure to the ideological reshaping of the GOP, this episode is a powerful wake-up call for anyone concerned with human dignity, public health, or the soul of American politics.

Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, author, and mom Clare Morrell joins Blake to discuss her book The Tech Exit and the challenges of parenting in a tech-saturated world. Clare shares her motivation for writing the book, rooted in her background in child protection and tech policy, and emphasizes the need for a countercultural approach to screen use. She encourages parents to reject the idea that giving kids smartphones or social media is inevitable and offers practical principles based on families who have successfully done just that. Throughout the conversation, they stress that this is not about judgment but about equipping parents with hopeful, actionable tools to protect their children's development in a digital age. In this episode, you'll be able to… Understand why parental controls and screen time limits often fail to protect kids online. Discover the developmental reasons why kids and teens are more vulnerable to digital addiction. Explore practical alternatives to smartphones that support healthy, age-appropriate tech use. Clare is the author of The Tech Exit – available everywhere now!To connect with Clare…X: @claremorellEPPCInstagram: @claremorell_thetechexit Thanks to our sponsors! AquaTru - Get 20% off any aqua purifier when you use code BLAKE on AquaTru.com. AirDoctor - Visit airdoctorpro.com and get up to $300 off an air purifier when you using the code BLAKE and get a FREE 3-year warranty! Fatty15 - Take charge of your health by visiting fatty15.com/BLAKE and using the code HEALTHY to get an extra 15% off your 90-day subscription Starter Kit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is Thinking in Public, a program dedicated to intelligent conversation about frontline theological and cultural issues with the people who are shaping them.In this edition of the popular podcast series “Thinking in Public,” Albert Mohler speaks with director of the Technology and Human Flourishing Project, and a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington, D.C., Clare Morell. They discuss his latest book, “The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones.”If you enjoyed this episode of Thinking in Public, you can find many more of these conversations here.You can purchase “The Tech Exit” here.Sign up to receive every new Thinking in Public release in your inbox.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.

In today's episode, we sit down with Clare Morell, author and fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, to discuss the overwhelming negative effects that screens are having on our children. Clare explains the difference between passive and active screens, and how while one is worse than the other, neither can really be called "good" for children. She even goes so far as to argue that the proper amount of screen time for children is none at all! And while we know “CoComelon” is frying babies' brains, is it actually worse than we thought? Buy Clare's book, "The Tech Exit: A Practical Guide to Freeing Kids and Teens from Smartphones": https://a.co/d/bsW4DLn Share the Arrows 2025 is on October 11 in Dallas, Texas! Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for tickets now! Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/4COtBxy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Timecodes: (00:41) Clare Morell introduction (01:21) “The Tech Exit”  (02:53) Why young kids should not have screen time (15:07) Screens in schools?  (17:42) How to stop screen time at home?  (34:12) No screen time at all?  (36:30) CoComelon is frying kids' brains (40:05) Teenagers and screens (43:40) Apple is against online child safety? (54:09) Legislation --- Today's Sponsors: Seven Weeks — Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to save up to 25% off your first order, plus your free gift! Good Ranchers — Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GoodRanchers.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and subscribe to any of their boxes (but preferably the Allie Beth Stuckey Box) to get free Waygu burgers, hot dogs, bacon, or chicken wings in every box for life. Plus, you'll get $40 off when you use code ALLIE at checkout. Fellowship Home Loans — Fellowship Home Loans is a mortgage lending company that offers home financing solutions while integrating Christian values such as honesty, integrity, and stewardship. Go to ⁠⁠⁠fellowshiphomeloans.com/allie⁠⁠⁠ to get up to $500 credit towards closing costs when you finance with Fellowship Home Loans. A Faith Under Siege — Watch the explosive new film "A Faith Under Siege: Russia's Hidden War on Ukraine Christians," detailing the persecution of believers under Russia's expanding occupation. Go to faithundersiege.com to watch today. --- Related Episodes: Ep 1162 | SkinnyTok, the iPad Pacifier & Paula White's New Scam https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1162-skinnytok-the-ipad-pacifier-paula-whites-new-scam/id1359249098?i=1000701152306 Ep 803 | The Science Behind the Dangers of Screen Time | Guest: Dr. Nicholas Kardaras | Part 2 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-803-the-science-behind-screen-addiction-guest-dr/id1359249098?i=1000612546999 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://alliebethstuckey.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Nathanael Blake, a senior contributor to The Federalist and a fellow in the Life and Family Initiative at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins Executive Editor Joy Pullmann to outline the harms the sexual revolution wreaked on society and what role the Church and Christian sexual morals play in protecting people from those harms. You can find Blake's book Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All here. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

On this episode of “The Federalist Radio Hour,” Nathanael Blake, a senior contributor to The Federalist and a fellow in the Life and Family Initiative at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins Executive Editor Joy Pullmann to outline the harms the sexual revolution wreaked on society and what role the Church and Christian sexual morals […]

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It's Friday, May 16th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Nigerian Muslims kill 2 Christian teachers Boko Haram Muslim terrorists recently targeted Christians traveling near a Nigerian army base along the deadly Damboa–Maiduguri highway, reports International Christian Concern. On May 12th, two Christian teachers were killed and several others were injured when their vehicle struck an improvised explosive device allegedly planted by the Islamic terror group. Blessing Luka and Gideon Bitterleaf were both devoted Christian educators with the Damboa Local Education Authority. Pray that these Muslim murderers will be held accountable. Genesis 9:6 says, "Whoever sheds human blood, by humans shall their blood be shed; for in the image of God has God made mankind." More children in United Kingdom have gender dysphoria Soaring numbers of children in England and Wales are waiting for specialist gender care from the National Health Service -- as youngsters of any age are now eligible for referral after the health service “caved to the pressure” of transgender activists to remove age limits, reports The Daily Mail and World Magazine. Average waiting times have grown to more than two years for a confused child to get a first appointment at a specialist health service clinic, with 157 of those aged under ten. There were 6,225 confused kids on the national waiting list at the end of March. That's up 12 per cent from the same point a year earlier. Young children believed to have gender dysphoria are generally given counselling and therapy with their family, but thankfully no longer prescribed hormone treatments.  Indeed, Britain's National Health Service has moved away from a “medical model” in favor of a “holistic” approach to children's gender care, as per recommendations from the Cass Review. Puberty blockers are no longer prescribed to children for the treatment of gender dysphoria, after a ban last year was made permanent in December. Former FBI Director calls for Trump's assassination Former FBI Director James Comey is facing massive backlash after he posted a photo on his Instagram page calling for the assassination of President Donald Trump, reports Christian Talk show host Todd Starnes. An image of seashells that had been arranged on the beach to spell “86 47” was posted on Comey's personal Instagram account. The number “86” is code for killing someone. And, of course, “47” refers to the fact that Donald Trump is the 47th president of the United States. Comey wrote, “Cool shell formation on my beach walk.” Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem tweeted, “Disgraced former FBI Director James Comey just called for the assassination of President Trump. [the Department of Homeland Security] and Secret Service is investigating this threat and will respond appropriately.” And Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama tweeted, “This is a direct THREAT against President Trump, who has already survived two assassination attempts. BEYOND despicable. James Comey MUST face consequences.” RFK Jr. agrees to examine the dangers of Abortion Kill Pill A recent study by the Ethics and Public Policy Center on the Abortion Kill Pill, mifepristone, showed that 11% of women experience adverse effects serious enough to send them to the Emergency Room. That's 22 times higher than what the Food and Drug Administration claims.   Appearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee on May 15th, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. agreed to a comprehensive review and relabeling of Mifepristone in response to a pointed question from Republican Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri, reports The Guardian. Listen. HAWLEY: “There's been a major study by the Ethics and Public Policy Center of 865,727 prescribed cases of mifepristone abortions, chemical abortions, between 2017 and 2023. This data shows the biggest study on mifepristone done, I think, ever, and it showed that nearly 11% of women experience very serious adverse health effects to include sepsis, hemorrhaging, infection, of course, emergency room visits. That rate is 22 times higher than the FDA's current label which says it's just 0.5 the incidence of serious adverse health events. “So, my question to you is this: You previously testified at the committee that you would do a top-to-bottom review of mifepristone. Do you continue to stand by that? And don't you think that this new data shows the need to do a review is, in fact, very pressing?” KENNEDY: “It's alarming, and clearly it indicates that, at very least, the label should be changed. I've asked Marty Makary, who's the director of FDA, to do a complete review and to report back.” HAWLEY: “Good!” South Carolina Supreme Court affirms Heartbeat Law The South Carolina Supreme Court ruled that the state may enforce its heartbeat-based abortion ban, rejecting an argument by Planned Parenthood to weaken the law, reports LifeSiteNews.com. Enacted in 2023, the law effectively bans most abortions after about six weeks gestation. South Carolina Republican Governor Henry McMaster told the Daily Wire, “Time and time again, we have defended the right to life in South Carolina, and time and time again, we have prevailed. Today's ruling is another clear and decisive victory that will ensure the lives of countless unborn children remain protected and that South Carolina continues to lead the charge in defending the sanctity of life.” Psalm 127:3 says, "Children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward." Christian band under fire by atheists and superintendent And finally, a popular Christian band is under fire from atheists along with Davidson County Schools in North Carolina, reports Blue Ridge Broadcasting. The 3 Heath Brothers band had been invited to host an anti-bullying event at Hasty Elementary School. Their performance included a number of songs that mentioned God. Afterwards, they gave the kids a devotional pamphlet that included Bible verses. The Freedom From Religion Foundation was enraged over the performance and accused the school of being a recruiting ground for Christianity. The God-hating attorney, Madeline Ziegler, wrote, “The district cannot allow non-school persons to treat schools as a recruiting ground for their religious mission.  Public schools are not an appropriate place for outside adults to convince students to convert to Christianity.” Sadly, the School Superintendent Gregg Slate was just as horrified with the Christian band and wrote a lengthy letter of apology to the atheists. But then, the school district went a step further. They had the audacity to demand that the 3 Heath Brothers remove video of the event from their social media pages. A bizarre request indeed. School officials claim they were duped. But Nicholas Heath of the 3 Heath Brothers denied that there was any proselytizing or worship service at the event. Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, May 16th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Today's podcast begins with our rockin' host, Mike Slater, reviewing some of Trump 2.0's most recent moves on the international stage with a focus on attempts to broker real peace between the warring nations of India and Pakistan. How successful has President Trump been on those fronts and what does the future hold for MAGA around the globe? Slater has some thoughts that you'll want to hear regarding this!Following the opener, Mike speaks with Ryan Anderson of Ethics and Public Policy Center about some underreported stories related to "abortion pills" and the severe complications from them. Chilling stuff that you should know about even if the lamestream doesn't think so. Tune in!

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