

The Lila Rose Show
Lila Rose
The Lila Rose Show explores questions about relationships, work, health, identity, purpose, and faith, with political and cultural commentary.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 1h 49min
E261: The Psychology of Raising Emotionally Healthy Kids w/Dr Suzanne Baars | Lila Rose Show
Dr. Suzanne Baars, an experienced marriage and family therapist, shares insights from her father's groundbreaking work in Affirmation Therapy. They discuss how modern culture swings between emotional excess and repression, advocating for a balanced approach. Dr. Baars emphasizes emotions as vital signals that guide moral actions. She offers practical strategies for parents to affirm their children while fostering emotional maturity. The conversation touches on understanding anger, cultivating healthy family rhythms, and the threats of technology to emotional development.

Oct 24, 2025 • 2h 12min
E260: From Aiden to Jessica: A Journey Back to Truth w/Jessica Rose | Lila Rose Show
Jessica Rose, a former trans man, shares her poignant journey from trauma and transition to healing and faith. She discusses the deep childhood wounds that led to her identity change and how physical transformation didn't alleviate her pain. After a suicide attempt, a life-changing encounter with God inspired her to detransition. Jessica emphasizes the importance of finding identity in Christ, the challenges of public perceptions, and offers hope to others grappling with their identities. Her story is a powerful reminder of redemption and self-acceptance.

Oct 21, 2025 • 1h 28min
E259: I Was Raised By 2 Moms -- Until I Met My Heavenly Father w/Ross Johnston | Lila Rose Show
In a heartfelt discussion, Ross Johnston, an Evangelical speaker and activist raised by two moms, shares his transformative journey from feeling the pain of fatherlessness to finding his identity in God. He highlights the unique emotional challenges children face when modern reproductive technologies are involved. Ross also shares captivating stories from his public school talks and street worship, emphasizing the importance of compassion in engaging with the LGBTQ community and envisioning a time of revival in today's society.

Oct 17, 2025 • 1h 50min
E258: Prayer Solves Crimes: How Police Are Finding Missing Children w/Dano McCollam w/Dano McCollam | Lila Rose Show
Dano McCollam, leader of Prophetic Company and co-founder of Finders Ministry, shares how prayer teams assist law enforcement in locating missing persons through prophetic insights. He reveals a scientific method to enhance accuracy, recounts dramatic rescues, and discusses the emotional toll of praying for the missing. Dano emphasizes compassion in prayer, the importance of community accountability, and offers hope in the face of unanswered petitions. He even touches on the extraordinary, including reports of modern-day resuscitations linked to prayer.

Oct 14, 2025 • 1h 30min
E257: "I Was Looking for Dad": His Journey of Same-Sex Attractions and Healing w/Joe Dallas | Lila Rose Show
In this engaging conversation, Joe Dallas, a Christian counselor and founder of Cloudfire Ministries, shares his transformative journey from struggling with same-sex attraction to healing and helping others. He reflects on his complex childhood, the void left by parental dynamics, and the hollowness of affirmation in the gay community. Joe discusses the importance of male friendships in his recovery and critiques modern affirming cultures for their mental health impact. With deep compassion, he offers guidance for parents and emphasizes the value of truth and grace in ministry.

Oct 10, 2025 • 1h 46min
E256: "I Wouldn't Wish It On My Enemy": Ex-Buddhist's Trip to Hell and Back | Lila Rose Show
Steve Kang, a former Buddhist turned pastor and evangelist, shares a gripping near-death experience that transformed his life. He recounts chilling encounters in a dark realm and a powerful moment of hearing Jesus’ voice calling him away from drugs. Steve emphasizes the reality of hell and the urgency of evangelism, urging listeners to embrace their faith boldly. His journey also sparked conversions in his family, and he now dedicates his life to ministry and empowering others to share the Good News.

Oct 7, 2025 • 1h 50min
E255: From Broken to Beloved: My Journey Through Foster Care w/Amy Main | Lila Rose Show
In this insightful discussion, Amy Main, a foster-care survivor and advocate, shares her harrowing journey through childhood trauma and the foster system. She reveals the emotional pain of being separated from her family and the challenges of multiple placements. Amy emphasizes the importance of faith in healing and highlights the need for reforms in foster care, advocating for child safety over reunification. Her powerful testimony inspires hope and underscores the dignity of every child, even amid systemic flaws.

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Oct 6, 2025 • 2h 16min
E254: The Truth About Islam — And Why I Had To Leave w/Ismail Youssef | Lila Rose Show
Ismail Youssef, a former Muslim raised in Egypt and Canada, shares his compelling journey from Islam to Christianity, offering an insider's perspective on the faith's teachings and conflicts. He discusses the cultural contrasts between the West and Egypt, addressing issues like extremism, the moral implications of violence justified by religious texts, and the political nature of Islam. Ismail opens up about the struggles he faced in leaving Islam and his transformative encounter with Christianity, aiming to highlight the potential threats to Western freedom.

Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 23min
E253: I Met Jesus and Gave Away My Multimillion Dollar Company | Lila Rose Show
Joelle Morin, a businesswoman and author, shares her transformative journey from fame to faith. After surviving a tragic house fire that took her sister, she pursued success in entertainment but found emptiness. A powerful moment of spiritual awakening led her to give away her multimillion-dollar cosmetics company and embrace youth ministry. Joelle discusses the struggle of discernment, the annulment process, and her ongoing spiritual growth, highlighting practical ways to hear God's voice and the importance of daily surrender.

Sep 26, 2025 • 1h 47min
E252: An Ex-Witch’s Journey to Christ w/Julie Lopez | Lila Rose Show
Julie Lopez, a former witch who now serves as a Christian minister, shares her captivating journey from occult practices to faith. She recounts chilling childhood rituals, her intense encounters with demonic and angelic beings, and the influence of witchcraft in her family. Julie highlights the spiritual repercussions of her past, including a family tragedy linked to her practices. With a powerful testimony of deliverance, she emphasizes the urgency for Christians to stand against evil and offers practical advice on spiritual protection and commitment.


