This Is a Woman with Sophia Lorey

The Supreme Court has ruled that states can protect girls' sports—but what does the decision actually mean?Sophia read All 77 pages of the Supreme Court's Girls' Sports Ruling so you don't have to!In this solo episode of This Is a Woman, host Sophia Lorey breaks down the Supreme Court's landmark rulings in West Virginia v. BPJ and Little v. Hecox, explaining the difference between the Court's 9-0 Title IX ruling and its 6-3 Equal Protection Clause ruling.Sophia walks through:What the Supreme Court actually decidedWhy the vote was both 9-0 and 6-3Justice Kavanaugh's majority opinionJustice Thomas' powerful concurring opinionThe dissents from Justices Sotomayor, Jackson, and KaganWhat this ruling means for California and the other states that still allow males in girls' sportsWhy the fight to protect female athletes is far from overWhether you've been following these cases closely or are just trying to understand the headlines, this episode explains the decision in clear, straightforward language.Read the Supreme Court opinion: https://adflegal.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/west-virginia-v-bpj-little-v-hecox-2026-06-30-scotus-opinion.pdfTake action: Sign the petition urging California's CIF to protect girls' sports at https://xxonly.orgIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who wants to understand one of the most significant Supreme Court rulings on women's sports.

What if the very professionals parents trust most are leading kids in the wrong direction?Licensed therapist Pamela Garfield Jaeger pulls back the curtain on what’s really happening inside the mental health system—from gender ideology and “affirmation” culture to the growing fear silencing therapists across the country.In this powerful episode, we cover:Why many therapists are afraid to speak the truthThe real risks behind “affirming care”How parents can protect their kidsWhy you may NOT want to rush to therapyHow faith and truth anchor mental healthPlus, Pamela shares her children’s book Froggy Girl—a beautiful, age-appropriate way to teach kids to love who they are.This is a conversation every parent (and future parent) needs to hear.🔗 Pamela’s Website: https://www.thetruthfultherapist.org/about📚 Pamela’s Books:https://a.co/d/00PPU9f3https://a.co/d/00p8cxL5

In this episode of This Is a Woman, Sophia Lorey interviews Bunni Pounds, founder of Christians Engaged and Senior Vice President of Family Policy Alliance, about faith, civic engagement, and a historic upcoming national event.Bunni shares her journey from working in congressional politics and running for office to launching Christians Engaged, a ministry dedicated to mobilizing believers to pray, vote, and engage in public life from a biblical worldview. The conversation then centers on America Reads the Bible, a week-long public reading of the entire Bible in Washington, D.C., in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. Hosted at the Museum of the Bible, the event will feature national leaders, pastors, worship artists, and public figures reading Scripture from Genesis to Revelation.Throughout the episode, Sophia and Bunni emphasize the need for unity across denominations, a return to daily Scripture, and a renewed commitment to Christ as the foundation for cultural and national renewal.America Reads the Biblehttps://americareadsthebible.comChristians Engagedhttps://christiansengaged.orgFamily Policy Alliancehttps://familypolicyalliance.comGen Z Summit, Sophia is Speaking at https://www.ce1630.org/return

In a culture that swings between “tradwife” and “boss babe,” where does biblical womanhood actually fit?In this powerful and honest conversation, host Sophia Lorey sits down with speaker, seminary student, and advocate Noelle Fitchett to unpack one of the most pressing conversations facing Christian women today: marriage, singleness, calling, and cultural pressure.Together, Sophia and Noelle dive into:The rise of the “tradwife” movement — and where it goes right (and wrong)The secular “boss babe” narrative — and what Scripture says about ambition and workCommon Christian myths about marriage and singlenessThe lie that marriage is a reward for godlinessThe truth that singleness is not a punishmentWhat it really means to be faithful in the season God has you inAs two Christian women navigating their mid-20s and beyond, Sophia and Noelle speak candidly about unmet expectations, the “ring by spring” culture, and the pressure many women feel to hit certain life milestones on a specific timeline.They remind listeners that:Marriage is not the ultimate purpose — Christ is.You are not incomplete without a spouse.God’s promises are about salvation, not a wedding date.Both singleness and marriage are tools in God’s hands.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “behind,” wrestled with cultural extremes, or questioned where you fit as a Christian woman in today’s world — this episode will bring clarity, encouragement, and biblical truth.Follow Noelle on instagram @ Noelle.Fitchett

In this episode of This Is a Woman, host Sophia Lorey takes listeners inside one of the most intense and revealing moments yet in the fight to protect girls’ sports in California.Sophia breaks down exactly what happened at the recent California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) meeting, the powerful press conference held outside, and where the battle to save girls’ sports currently stands. You’ll hear firsthand from female high school athletes who are courageously speaking out after losing opportunities, safety, and fairness as males are allowed into female sports and locker rooms.This episode also covers:Why CIF claims their “hands are tied”—and why that isn’t trueThe role of Bylaw 300D and how it undermines Title IXTwo state legislators who showed up to defend girls—and one who didn’tEmotional testimonies from athletes, parents, and advocatesThe growing movement demanding accountability from CIF and California leadersThese girls should be focused on school, sports, and graduation—not fighting bureaucrats for basic protections. Instead, they’re standing boldly for truth, fairness, and the future of women’s athletics.This is more than politics. It’s about dignity, safety, and the right of girls to compete on a level playing field.WATCH THE FULL SPEECHES & COVERAGE:📺 Press Conference (Outside CIF): https://youtu.be/fXOCSZc7R7E?si=6BDiql3uy461GIMZ📺 CIF Meeting – Public Comment (Inside): https://www.youtube.com/live/SIt1LLTqoY0?si=BXPLXAvs2s658e5pTAKE ACTION: CALL & THANK📞 Assemblywoman Kate Sanchez’s Office: 916-319-2071📞 Assemblymember David Tangipa’s Office: 916-319-2008DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY📞 California Interscholastic Federation (CIF): 916-239-4477