Right to Life Radio

This is the podcast for Right to Life of Central California's weekly, pro-life radio show, broadcast every Saturday from 9-10 AM on Power Talk FM 96.7 and AM 1400 in Fresno. Our host (and RLCC executive director) John Gerardi gives all the latest news on the pro-life movement in Fresno, throughout California, and nationally. Subscribe today!

649: Not Great, Bob 11/15/2025

649: Not Great, Bob The conservative movement is in turmoil after election losses, public infighting, and controversial figures like Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes stirring division. John and Jonathan break down how this impacts the pro-life movement, why the Heritage Foundation controversy matters, and the moral dilemmas of IVF—including the bizarre practice of memorializing embryos as jewelry. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/39029470

648: Appalled and Affronted 11/06/2025

648: Appalled and Affronted John and Jonathan kick off the Christmas season early by diving into the political fallout from California’s Proposition 50. They analyze how Gavin Newsom’s special election maneuver is less about governance and more about setting up a 2028 presidential run, and what it means for the pro-life movement. The guys also break down the devastating pro-abortion trends in Virginia, the ripple effects of SB 357 on sex trafficking in Los Angeles, and the overlooked role abortion plays in exploitation. Plus, a quick look at the filibuster and the Trump 2025 shutdown drama. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38944435

647: Go Save the World 11/01/2025

647: Go Save the World John and Linda share a funny and heartfelt mix of sidewalk stories. They discuss the hope that pro-life outreach brings, cultural insights from Uganda. Then Jonathan joins to discuss the ethical debates around IVF and the future of the pro-life movement under Trump. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38834590

646: Unforced Error 10/25/2025

646: Unforced Error In this week’s episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller break down President Trump’s new IVF policy, what it really means, why it’s controversial, and how it fits into the bigger picture of life ethics and politics. They unpack the confusion around the Alabama Supreme Court’s recent decision, expose shady billing practices in the abortion industry, and ask the questions most media outlets won’t. Join them for an honest, thought-provoking look at how technology, law, and politics collide in the fight for life. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38763415

645: Helping You Stand a Little Straighter 10/18/2025

645: Helping You Stand a Little Straighter John Gerardi asks the tough questions about the Trump administration’s slow action on restricting the abortion pill, including the FDA’s approval of a new generic version. With Jonathan Keller, he explores the legal, political, and moral stakes of Mifepristone regulation, why it matters for abortion numbers nationwide, and the challenge of holding pro-life leaders accountable. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38610345

644: Shut It Down 10/11/2025

644: Shut It Down John and Jonathan unpack the FDA’s surprise approval of a generic abortion pill, the political and legal fallout, and why pro-lifers are demanding a real fight over Mifepristone. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38516355

643: Give Your Mom a Chance 10/04/2025

643: Give Your Mom a Chance John Gerardi and Linda Teliha share uplifting “Stories from the Sidewalk,” including two young women who found hope, chose life, and were met with love and support. From unexpected family reactions to a joyful baby shower, this episode captures what it truly means to walk with mothers in crisis. Plus, John breaks down the debate over Cardinal Cupich’s award for Senator Durbin and Pope Leo’s comments on abortion, the death penalty, and the consistent ethic of life. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38449600

642: It Could Just Be Jonathan 09/27/2025

642: It Could Just Be Jonathan HHS is finally launching a study on the abortion pill, but will it change anything—or is it just stringing pro-lifers along? John and Jonathan discuss coerced abortions, political polarization, and the dangers of cooked data. Then, they break down why Cardinal Cupich’s decision to honor Senator Dick Durbin has Catholics and evangelicals alike shaking their heads /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38356550

641: Living By The Sword 09/20/2025

641: Living By The Sword John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller discuss the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, the cultural decay that fuels political violence, and why the sanctity of life matters more than ever. They also tackle the First Amendment, the myth of “hate speech,” and Pam Bondi’s troubling remarks about prosecuting businesses over speech. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38259820

640: Rest In Peace Charlie Kirk 09/13/2025

640: Rest In Peace Charlie Kirk This week on Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller examine California’s newest abortion shield law and its alarming implications for safety and accountability. They also reflect on the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the rise of political violence, and what it means for the pro-life movement and the country as a whole. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38183095

639: Baby Showers 09/06/2025

639: Baby Showers In this heartfelt episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and sidewalk advocate Linda Teliha share inspiring Stories from the Sidewalk. Linda recounts one mother’s incredible journey from abortion-minded crisis, through addiction and recovery, to full custody of her children and a fresh start in life. They discuss the transformative power of hope, the importance of community support, and the life-changing impact of baby showers hosted for moms who choose life. The episode also touches on the challenges of sidewalk advocacy, insights into the mindset of women entering Planned Parenthood, and ways the public can get involved—like donating to upcoming baby showers via Amazon wish lists. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/38093160

638: Abortion Pill Update 08/30/2025

638: Abortion Pill Update In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dive deep into the growing impact of the abortion pill, Mifepristone, on abortion rates in the U.S. They discuss the Trump administration’s response (or lack thereof), new data on the pill’s safety concerns, and the political chess game unfolding between pro-life senators, the FDA, and the Department of Justice. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37971100

637: Gavinmander 08/23/2025

637: Gavinmander In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller tackle California's redistricting chaos, dubbed "Gavin Mandering". They discuss Gavin Newsom’s bold political moves, Planned Parenthood’s unexpected role, and the potential ripple effects on national politics. The duo also explores the ethically murky waters of embryo screening, and eugenics. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37914760

636: My First Mother-in-Law 08/16/2025

636: My First Mother-in-Law John and Jonathan tackle the dark side of IVF and surrogacy, from terrifying abuse cases to legal highways that allow registered sex offenders to become parents. They connect these issues to the pro-life movement and discuss the Trump administration’s surprising stance on IVF. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37838070

635: He’s So Chill 08/09/2025

635: He’s So Chill John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller unpack Kamala Harris’s big political decision (or is it?) and explore how California politics ripple across the national pro-life landscape. Then, they dive into the world of IVF ethics, featuring a "30-year-old baby". /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37710995

634: Burping on Air 08/02/2025

634: Burping on Air John Gerardi and Linda Teliha share sidewalk stories of hope, unexpected victories, and how even a "bad" presentation can save a life. Plus, Jonathan Keller joins to discuss Planned Parenthood clinic closures and national defunding efforts. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37613310

633: What Is Zev Short for? 07/26/2025

633: What Is Zev Short for? John Girardi dives into Planned Parenthood's deep ties with Hollywood, Lena Dunham’s latest show Too Much, and how federal funding cuts are shaking up their operations. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37540210

632: You Only Exist Because of Me! 07/19/2025

632: You Only Exist Because of Me! John Gerardi pulls back the curtain on Planned Parenthood’s finances in this data-packed episode of Right to Life Radio. With a deep dive into tax forms and affiliate reports, John reveals how the OBBB’s one-year defunding will hit hard, especially in states like California. Find out if Planned Parenthood survives without your tax dollars and what this means for the future of abortion in America. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37444430

631: No Queens Day 07/12/2025

631: No Queens Day In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dive headfirst into the legal chaos surrounding the OBBB, judicial overreach, and the roller coaster of legislative madness. They break down the temporary restraining order against defunding Planned Parenthood and the rogue judge who allowed it. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37353040

630: What's a Little Falsification of Death Certificates Among Friends 07/05/2025

630: What's a Little Falsification of Death Certificates Among Friends In this special episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller are joined by the insightful Kathryn Jean Lopez, senior fellow at the National Review Institute. The trio dives into the contentious legalization of physician-assisted suicide in New York, comparing it with similar legislation in California and discussing the chilling implications for vulnerable groups like the disabled. They also unpack the downsizing of Planned Parenthood, the ins and outs of the "One Big, Beautiful Bill" (OBBB), and what the future holds for pro-life legislation. Plus, Kathryn shares details about her must-read pro-life newsletter, The Lifeline. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37265050

629: Not Great, Bob!” — Three Years After Dobbs 06/28/2025

629: Not Great, Bob!” — Three Years After Dobbs On the third anniversary of the Dobbs decision, John and Jonathan dive deep into how the legal landscape has changed—and hasn’t—since Roe v. Wade was overturned. They explore the constitutional arguments behind Dobbs, the rise in abortions since 2022, and how telemedicine abortion access has skyrocketed under President Biden. The duo also examines the financial state of Planned Parenthood and whether proposed defunding efforts might cripple the organization or just push it further into virtual abortion services. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37151225

628: Imagine Mengele, but Driving a Tesla and Sipping Lattes 06/21/2025

628: Imagine Mengele, but Driving a Tesla and Sipping Lattes In this eye-opening episode of Right to Life Radio, hosts John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller expose the chilling revival of eugenics through modern IVF and genetic testing startups. From Nucleus Embryo’s $6,000 “preventative medicine” screening to AI-driven trait selection, they trace how society risks slipping into a dystopian future where the “strongest” survive—and the rest are discarded. With historical context, biblical insights, and a warning about creeping “death panels,” this conversation challenges listeners to uphold the inherent value of every human life. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37060170

627: At Least It’s a Radio Show 06/14/2025

627: At Least It’s a Radio Show John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller expose new data revealing that Mifepristone complications are dramatically underreported and argue that mail-order abortion pills have outflanked state bans—so it’s time to dust off the 1873 Comstock Act and stop abortifacients at the mailbox. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/37003750

626: Clandestine Bourbon with Baptists 06/07/2025

626: Clandestine Bourbon with Baptists In this episode of Right to Life Radio, Sarah Goring and Linda Teliha share two powerful Stories from the Sidewalk—“Faith,” a teen who chose life after seeing a fetal model and discovering she was carrying a girl, and “Jack,” a young father whose life and faith were transformed through support despite domestic abuse trauma. Later, Jonathan Keller explains why the Trump administration dropped the Biden-era EMTALA lawsuit that would have forced hospitals in pro-life states to provide abortions, and discusses the long-term strategy for protecting unborn children. The show concludes with new research from the Charlotte Lozier Institute debunking the “safer than Tylenol” myth about the abortion pill and revealing how complications are often misreported as miscarriages. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/36869680

625: Dumber Than a Bag of Hair 05/31/2025

625: Dumber Than a Bag of Hair In this evergreen episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi dismantles a Jesuit scholar’s claim that the Ten Commandments belong only in religious covenants, not public classrooms, and makes the case that moral law springs from human nature itself. He then turns to the modern culture war, exposing how medical associations and media jargon—from “cardiac activity” to “pro-choice”—skew public perception on life issues. Finally, he discusses the ongoing federal review of mifepristone, arguing for stricter abortion-pill regulations in the name of protecting vulnerable lives. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/36773865

624: The One Big Beautiful Bill 05/24/2025

624: The One Big Beautiful Bill John and Jonathan unpack the narrow House passage of Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and its sweeping pro-life provisions—especially the 10-year defunding of Planned Parenthood. They reflect on legislative history, the power of reconciliation, and ponder its chances in the Senate. Plus: a bizarre bombing at a California IVF clinic opens a deeper conversation on the ethics of IVF and what Trump’s upcoming executive order could mean for the future of life policy. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/36682015

623: Pivoting More Than LeBron James 05/17/2025

623: Pivoting More Than LeBron James John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller, two “deeply unwell” hosts fighting off colds and pro-abortion lunacy, unpack the growing storm surrounding the abortion pill, unexpected praise for Josh Hawley, and whether Gavin Newsom accidentally became California’s most pro-life governor (by doing math). /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/36585820

631: IVF Won't Fix It 05/10/2025

631: IVF Won't Fix It In this solo episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi dives into the pronatalism movement, addressing America’s falling birth rates and their economic risks. He dismisses right-wing fixes like IVF and artificial wombs, pushing for more marriages to solve the issue—a solution at odds with the left’s autonomy fixation and the right’s individualism. Girardi also tears into a misleading Pulitzer-winning ProPublica story about Georgia’s abortion laws and calls out ACOG for unclear miscarriage care guidance. He wraps up with concerns about Democrats targeting the Senate filibuster to pass abortion laws and wonders why Republicans don’t act first. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/36490905

630: Vindication! 05/03/2025

630: Vindication! In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi dives into a groundbreaking study exposing the abortion pill’s dangers, revealing an 11% rate of serious adverse events—far higher than the FDA’s claims. Joined by Linda Talia, the show shares poignant "Stories from the Sidewalk," capturing the heartbreak and hope of ministering outside Planned Parenthood. Jonathan Keller breaks down California’s push to shield abortion pill access, spotlighting legislative gaslighting despite hard data. It’s a raw look at life, science, and politics colliding. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/36412355

629: I Could Never Do That to My Baby 04/26/2025

629: I Could Never Do That to My Baby In this lively episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi and guest Jonathan Keller tackle the heated debate surrounding California’s AB 1453, a bill proposing that UC and CSU student health centers provide adoption information. Through sharp commentary and legislative audio clips, they expose the fierce opposition from pro-abortion groups like Planned Parenthood and UC representatives, who claim offering adoption info is “non-compassionate.” Gerardi passionately argues that pro-abortion forces have systematically diminished adoption’s cultural role since Roe v. Wade, contributing to fewer adoptions and the closure of agencies like Infant of Prague. With humor, personal anecdotes from an Easter vigil, and a nod to Gerardi's National Review piece, the episode blends wit with a sobering look at the state of adoption and abortion policy in California. /episode/index/show/lifereport/id/36300230

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