Consequences of Redefining Marriage | Action University 2024
Release Date: 01/12/2026
The Emotional Damage Risk You Won't Hear About from Abortion
The Ruth Institute Podcast
In this episode, we explore groundbreaking research on post-abortion emotional distress presented by Father Paul Sullins of the Ruth Institute. Discover the long-term psychological impact of abortion on women and why informed consent is crucial.
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Supreme Court Showdown: Parental Rights, Therapy Bans, and the Battle for Children
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In this episode of Driving Home the Faith, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse examines a major Supreme Court decision addressing therapy bans for minors and the broader implications for parental rights and free speech. The conversation explores how laws restricting certain forms of counseling not only impact professionals but also limit the ability of children and families to seek the help they desire. With a focus on the well-being of children, the discussion highlights concerns about viewpoint discrimination, the growing influence of ideology in public policy, and emerging legal strategies that could...
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The Family and the Sexual Revolution | The Messy Family Project
The Ruth Institute Podcast
In this episode, Mike and Alicia Hernan interview Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, an economist and founder of the Ruth Institute, discussing the great importance of family, the impact of social ideologies, and how to nurture strong, resilient families in today's world. They examine topics such as the foundational role of parents in child development, the influence of modern ideologies on society, and practical advice for strengthening family bonds. Dr. Morse also shares insights on the significance of attachment in early childhood and the issues posed by modern distractions like social media.
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How to Marry the Right Person with Betsy Kerekes
The Ruth Institute Podcast
Are you navigating the tricky waters of relationships and trying to align your love life with your faith? In this talk, Betsy Kereks, a Catholic speaker, shares practical wisdom, heartfelt stories, and spiritual insights to help young adults prepare for a marriage rooted in faith and virtue.
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Why "Gender Affirming Care" Is a Lie Designed to Mislead and Divide
The Ruth Institute Podcast
This insightful interview explores the profound impact of ideological language on society and communication. It discusses how terms like "gender-affirming care" and "homophobia" are not just words but tools used to manipulate public perception and stifle genuine discourse. These terms serve as weapons to silence dissent and promote a singular ideological viewpoint, urging listeners to critically assess the language they use and resist conforming to misleading narratives.
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Subtle Lies Quietly Sabotaging Your Marriage | Samantha Stephenson | Dr. J Show
The Ruth Institute Podcast
Samantha Stephenson is a Catholic wife and homeschooling mother of four, host of the podcast “Brave New Us,” and author of Reclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad and the Mama Prays devotional. Listen to Brave New Us, a podcast exploring bioethics in the light of faith, or catch up on her blog Mama Prays. And be sure to sign up for the Brave New Us: Faith + Bioethics Newsletter to receive the latest updates on medical research, technology, and culture. Samantha Stephenson is a Catholic wife and homeschooling mother of four, host of the podcast “Brave New Us,” and author of...
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The Ruth Institute Podcast
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Difference in Same-Sex And Biological Parent's Children- Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo
The Ruth Institute Podcast
Father Paul Sullins joins Teresa Tomeo on Catholic Connection to discuss his groundbreaking research on the emotional impacts of non-traditional family structures on children. Drawing from the largest U.S. health survey, Father Sullins reveals that children raised without both biological parents face significantly higher rates of emotional problems, such as depression and anxiety. He challenges the prevailing belief that family structure doesn't affect child development, emphasizing the importance of male-female complementarity in parenting. The conversation delves into societal pressures,...
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Greater Than: The Campaign to Overturn Obergefell with Drew Mariani
The Ruth Institute Podcast
Jan 30, 2026 The interview features the Drew Mariani Show with Dr. Jennifer Roback Morris discussing the Greater Than campaign, which argues that redefining marriage has harmed children by undermining the traditional mother-and-father model. Morris outlines the campaign’s approach, emphasizing a child-centered case for preserving both parents in a child’s life. The discussion covers adoption by same-sex couples, third-party reproduction, divorce, contraception, and gender-related issues from a Catholic perspective. Callers share personal experiences and concerns about children’s...
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Is Gay Marriage Good for Children? The Catholic Current with Fr Robert McTeigue
The Ruth Institute Podcast
In this episode of The Catholic Current, Father Robert McTague hosts Dr. Jennifer Morris from the Ruth Institute to explore the profound impacts of redefining marriage and family structures on children. We delve into research, moral philosophy, and the societal consequences of ignoring natural law.
info_outlineIn this Action University 2025 keynote, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse examines the sexual revolution not as a series of disconnected social issues, but as a single, coherent ideology aimed at redefining human nature itself. Drawing from her book The Sexual State, she explains how contraception, divorce, and gender ideology share a common false premise—that sexual behavior can be separated from biological reality without consequences.
Dr. Morse traces the long-term social, legal, and cultural fallout of this ideology, including the erosion of marriage, the destabilization of the family, and the rise of state power over private life. She argues that what was promised as freedom has instead produced contradiction, coercion, and dependency, and she makes the case that Christian teaching on marriage, family, and the human body remains intellectually defensible, humane, and socially necessary.
The talk concludes with a call for clarity, courage, and resistance to ideological pressure, emphasizing that authentic freedom begins with truth about the human person.