The Lila Rose Show

Former porn star turned pastor Joshua Broome shares his transformation from the adult film industry to becoming a thriving pastor. Topics include early exposure to pornography, journey to the porn industry, shame in the adult film industry, personal experiences in the industry, and redemption through faith and accountability.

Dr. Leonard Sax discusses the struggles boys face today, from declining testosterone levels to video game addiction. They explore factors contributing to boys' academic underachievement, including changes in education and the impact of immersive video games. The podcast also addresses the importance of reducing children's exposure to endocrine disruptors and the negative effects of pornography on men and boys.

This podcast explores the challenges and benefits of prayer, including the importance of building a relationship with God, finding peace and joy through prayer, the significance of confession, and the transformative power of spiritual guidance. The episode also mentions helpful prayer resources, such as the Hallow app and Seven Weeks Coffee, a pro-life coffee brand.

Today I talk with Julie Mennano, a seasoned expert in the field of couples therapy, to explore the ways that attachment styles impact your closest relationships, and how to navigate emotions during conflict with your loved ones. We explore topics like how to connect with your frustrated spouse, how to approach your child during a tantrum, and what to do when your partner doesn’t want to seek emotional help.

Nick Freitas, Virginia State Delegate, discusses the crisis of masculinity, solutions for successful marriages, and advice for women during hard times. They also address the impact of broken families, honesty, and faith in relationships. The importance of shared values, pro-life baby products, and role models for men and women are highlighted. They critique the negative impact of the sexual revolution on women and emphasize discernment and support in relationships.

Louise Perry, a British writer and campaigner, discusses her book, "The Case Against the Sexual Revolution." She dives into how the sexual revolution has reshaped relationships and women's roles, arguing it has unintended consequences for family structures. Perry critiques the effectiveness of consent workshops and highlights the pressures women face in a society with newfound sexual freedoms. She advocates for a more traditional view of gender, emphasizing the importance of commitment in relationships and the role of fathers in raising children.

The bombardment of sexualized media is proving to be exhausting to Gen Zers, according to a recent UCLA study. Friends was a beloved classic TV show for many Millennials, but its regular inclusion of casual sex goes against Gen Z’s taste for plot lines with platonic friendships. Today I share my thoughts on this study as we explore whether there is any good media out there that shares Gen Z’s taste.

Today’s episode was especially inspiring to me. I sat down with Kendra Tierney, business owner, author, and widowed mother of 10, to talk about how she navigates grief, loss and work with faith. She also shares how she and her husband created a strong foundation for their family to weather storms together, how she parents her children as a single mother, and her advice for developing resiliency.

Matt Fradd, host of the popular Catholic podcast “Pints With Aquinas”, comes back to the podcast for an intimate conversation on the behind of the scenes of running his podcast, how he discovers his purpose, and his experience with burn out. We talk about the pressures and responsibilities of having a large audience, balancing work and family life, and striving to become saints.

Should Christians celebrate Halloween? What’s the REAL meaning of “trick or treat”? Are ghosts real? Is praying for the dead biblical? Today exorcist Fr. Ambrose Criste returns to the podcast to talk about the spiritual side of Halloween, spooky stuff and all.