In this episode of Brave New Us, we delve into the dual expectations society places on men and the concept of masculinity. We discuss the innate understanding of what it means to be a ‘good man’—characterized by duty, honor, integrity, and sacrifice—and contrast it with the societal pressure to ‘man up’ and embody toughness, competitiveness, and stoicism.

In this episode of Brave New Us, I dive into the heated debate over surrogacy following Pope Francis’s strong condemnation. The uproar has sparked widespread media critique, revealing a disconnect from the non-religious arguments against surrogacy.

In this episode of Brave New Us, I dive into the heated debate over surrogacy following Pope Francis’s strong condemnation. The uproar has sparked widespread media critique, revealing a disconnect from the non-religious arguments against surrogacy.

In this episode, we’re joined by John DiCamillo, Ethicist and Personal Consultations Director at the National Catholic Bioethics Center (NCBC). With the moral landscape of fertility interventions becoming increasingly intricate, many Catholics find themselves navigating a maze of questions. IVF is widely acknowledged as problematic, but what about other interventions like gamete intrafallopian transfer or intrauterine insemination? Especially when these methods involve the couple’s own gametes, the ethical considerations can be daunting.

Welcome to a thought-provoking episode of “Brave New Us,” where we delve into the complexities of transgender ideology. Join us as we sit down with Stephanie Winn, esteemed therapist, producer of the No Way Back documentary, and host of the Some Kind of Therapist podcast, who brings her expertise to the table, discussing the challenges and implications of so-called "affirming" care. In this candid conversation, Stephanie sheds light on the psychological and social dynamics at play, offering insights into how individuals and families navigate these treacherous waters. Whether you’re seeking understanding, guidance, or simply curious about the topic, this episode promises to engage and inform.

In this episode, I interview Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, an economist, a writer, and a Catholic social conservative. She is the president and founder of the Ruth Institute, a non-profit organization that defends the family and exposes the harms of the sexual revolution. We discuss her critique of the three main ideologies of the sexual revolution: the contraceptive ideology, the divorce ideology, and the gender ideology. We also explore the assumptions and contradictions of these ideologies, and how they affect society, marriage, and the human body. Tune in to hear Dr. Morse’s insights and arguments on these important topics.

Finally, we discuss what it means to stand for religious freedom as Christians in a culture that is increasingly hostile to our values.

Today we expose the shocking truth about the Satanic abortion rituals happening in New Mexico, funded by the state’s supposedly Catholic governor.

We also challenge the false claim that abortion is the Sacrament of the Left, and explain why it is an act of war against God and life.

Finally, we discuss what it means to stand for religious freedom as Christians in a culture that is increasingly hostile to our values.

In this episode of Brave New Us, Samantha interviews Dr. Christopher Kaczor, a professor of philosophy and the author of The Ethics of Abortion: Women’s Rights, Human Life, and the Question of Justice. They discuss some of the most challenging and controversial questions in the abortion debate, such as:

• Can artificial wombs end the abortion debate?

• Is your body really your choice when it comes to pregnancy and abortion?

• How do we engage with feminists about abortion?

• How do religion and natural law help us argue against abortion?

Listen to this episode to learn more about the ethics of abortion and the challenges and opportunities for finding common ground in this controversial issue!