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Parenting, life, politics and navigating the daily chaos. "Politely Rude With Abby Johnson" — hosted by pro-life advocate Abby Johnson — offers a powerful exploration of the issues you care about.
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In this raw and redemptive episode of Politely Rude, host Abby Johnson sits down with author and journalist Jon Seidl for one of his most vulnerable interviews yet.Jon opens up about his spiral from professional success to private struggle — the slow fade from faith-filled journalist to a Christian battling addiction. He shares how trauma, burnout, and unmet expectations led him to numb his pain with alcohol, and how God met him in the mess to rebuild his life piece by piece.Together, Abby and Jon talk honestly about the Church’s silence around mental health and addiction, why Christians aren’t immune to collapse, and what true healing looks like when you finally stop running from yourself. Jon also discusses his new devotional, The Veritas Daily, and his latest book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic — a bold exploration of grace, repentance, and rebuilding faith after failure.This conversation is messy, honest, and ultimately hopeful — a reminder that no one is too far gone for God’s redemption.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
In this powerful episode of Politely Rude, host Abby Johnson sits down with Catholic philosopher, author, and cultural commentator Dr. Taylor Marshall. Known for his bold defense of faith and family, Dr. Marshall shares his journey from being an Anglican priest to becoming a Catholic, and how his faith informs his approach to culture, politics, and family life.Together, Abby and Dr. Marshall dive into the heart of his new book Christian Patriot, exploring the “12 Strategies” he lays out for restoring culture, politics, and family life to align with God’s order. From defending life and marriage, to reclaiming education, to raising children who are courageous truth-tellers, the conversation challenges believers to stop compromising with secular ideologies and instead live boldly as Christians in every sphere of life.This episode is both inspiring and practical—a call to parents, leaders, and everyday Christians to embrace conviction over compromise and rediscover what it truly means to shape a culture rooted in faith.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
In this powerful Season 7 premiere, Abby Johnson sits down with Ruslan KD — artist, entrepreneur, and author of Godly Ambition — for an honest conversation about faith, success, and purpose in today’s culture. Together they unpack what it means to pursue excellence without falling into pride, burnout, or worldly definitions of achievement.Ruslan shares insights from his book Godly Ambition, explaining how ambition, when surrendered to God, becomes a tool for building His Kingdom rather than our own. They discuss how technology and distraction are shaping a generation that’s both restless and apathetic — and how believers can rediscover motivation, work ethic, and balance through a biblical lens.Whether you’re a young professional, a parent, or someone seeking clarity about calling, this episode reminds us that true ambition is not about striving for success but serving with purpose.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!In this episode, Abby Johnson welcomes Richard Harris, Executive Director of Truth and Liberty and founder of Richard Harris Ministries. With decades of experience as both a minister of the gospel and an accomplished attorney, Richard shares his passion for equipping Christians to boldly engage the culture and live out their faith in every sphere of life.Abby and Richard discuss why so many believers struggle with timidity, the cultural pressures that silence Christian witness, and the urgent need for men to step into biblical leadership in their homes, churches, and communities. From addressing the feminization of the church to challenging the idea of a “secular-sacred divide,” this conversation is a call for Christians to live their faith out loud and without fear.If you’ve ever wrestled with how to live as a bold witness for Christ in today’s culture, this episode will both encourage and challenge you.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!This week on Politely Rude, Abby Johnson sits down with counselor and American Association of Christian Counselors Vice President Zach Clinton to talk about the mental health challenges facing our culture today. From rising rates of anxiety and depression to the struggles families face with identity and parenting in a confusing world, Zach shares both professional insight and biblical wisdom. Together, they unpack the importance of Christian counseling, attachment in parenting, and how faith provides a foundation for true healing and transformation.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!In this episode, Abby sits down with actress, author, and wellness advocate Tracy Melchior for a powerful conversation on health, healing, and detoxing life at home. From starring in hit soap operas and national commercials to facing debilitating health struggles, Tracy opens up about her journey of mysterious symptoms, misdiagnoses, and ultimately discovering the root of her condition. She shares how functional medicine and simple lifestyle changes—like removing toxins from everyday products—transformed her health and family life. Together, Abby and Tracy dive into the hidden dangers lurking in household cleaners, personal care products, and even laundry detergents, and they encourage listeners with practical steps to create safer homes. This conversation is both eye-opening and hopeful, reminding us that while we can’t control everything in the world, we can make choices that protect and bless our families.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Abby Johnson sits down with former Special Forces Green Beret John Frankman, who left the military after refusing the COVID-19 vaccine on moral and religious grounds. John shares his journey from Catholic seminary to the battlefield, and from elite military service to political activism. They discuss the moral implications of vaccine mandates tied to aborted fetal cells, the lack of accountability in military leadership, and the broader cultural and political battle for life—from conception to natural death. With candid insight, John exposes the ideological purge within the armed forces, the urgent need for cultural change, and why protecting the unborn must remain at the heart of America’s future.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Commander Rob Greene joins Abby Johnson to share his powerful journey from leading a 650-person Navy unit to being fired, threatened with court martial, and placed on the front lines of legal battles—all for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine on religious grounds. In this gripping episode, Commander Greene reveals the spiritual conviction that guided his decisions, the unlawful actions of top military brass, and the coercion tactics used against service members who said “no.” He also discusses the lawsuits that changed military policy, the 80,000+ lost servicemen and women, and why real accountability is still desperately needed. This is a raw, courageous story of conviction, sacrifice, and defending constitutional rights behind enemy lines.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Is the real enemy hiding in plain sight? In this episode of Politely Rude, Abby Johnson welcomes Chad Prather for a fiery and honest conversation about the deep-rooted corruption in our government, the failures of the GOP, and why Americans need to stop waiting for a political savior. From Elon Musk and Trump to Epstein and the JFK files, nothing is off the table. Chad shares why he ran for office, what’s wrong with our political system, and how cultural compromise has allowed evil to flourish unchecked. Tune in for a no-holds-barred look at the state of our nation—and what needs to change if we’re going to reclaim our freedom and protect the innocent.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!This episode explores the complex relationship between women and motherhood, particularly in the context of infertility. Abby introduces Caroline Harries, who leads a ministry supporting women facing fertility challenges. Caroline shares her personal journey with infertility alongside her husband and emphasizes the importance of identity as daughters of God, regardless of biological motherhood. They address societal pressures and misconceptions about femininity and motherhood, encouraging women to find their worth and purpose in their faith rather than in their ability to conceive. The conversation highlights the need for community support and understanding in navigating the emotional struggles associated with infertility.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!In this powerful and emotional episode, Abby sits down with singer-songwriter Ryan Tremblay to share the remarkable story of his sister Erica. Diagnosed with terminal cancer while pregnant, Erica made the courageous choice to carry her baby, Ella, to term—refusing abortion and choosing life, even at the cost of her own. Ryan opens up about the heartbreak, hope, and enduring impact of Erica’s faith-filled journey. He reflects on how her legacy continues to shape his life, inspire his music, and unite their family. Listeners will hear about the challenges Erica’s children, Cade and Ella, have faced and Ryan’s heartfelt desire to bring healing and togetherness to their lives.This episode is a testament to the power of faith, the beauty of sacrifice, and the strength of a mother’s love. Stay tuned for details on the upcoming film that will bring Erica’s story to the screen—and learn how you can support Ryan’s music and mission to keep her legacy alive.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Abby is joined by child welfare expert and author Naomi Schaefer Riley to expose the harsh realities of America’s foster care system. They discuss why so many foster families quit within the first year, the heartbreaking cycle of child maltreatment and reunification, and why fear of "the system" stops women from choosing adoption. Naomi breaks down common myths, highlights the real dangers children face—especially those under the age of three—and sheds light on how faith communities are stepping up to transform the foster care landscape. A must-listen for anyone who values life and wants to better understand how we can truly protect vulnerable children.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!In this deeply moving episode, Abby sits down with Camille Rebimbas, author of Cherished, to share the extraordinary and heartbreaking story of her sister Tara. After years of struggling with deep emotional pain, cutting, rejection, and even satanism, Tara experienced a radical and undeniable conversion to Christ—only to be tragically murdered just ten days before her 20th birthday.Camille opens up about Tara’s spiritual battle, the signs of redemption, and why her family believes Tara died a martyr for her faith. She also shares the raw reality of grief, the difficulty of forgiveness, and how God continues to write Tara’s legacy from beyond the grave.If you’ve ever wrestled with spiritual warfare, mental health, or the mystery of God's timing, this conversation will leave you shaken, inspired, and reminded that no one is beyond the reach of grace.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Abby is joined by makeup artist and entrepreneur Kara Sánchez, who opens up about her difficult upbringing in a single-parent household with a mother suffering from borderline personality disorder. Kara shares the trauma she faced as a child and how, through strength and faith, she refused to let her past define her future. This powerful conversation explores resilience, identity, and the courage it takes to rewrite your story.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Abby is joined by author and speaker Robin Gerblick, who bravely shares her story of undergoing two abortions and her powerful journey toward healing and receiving God’s grace. Together, they discuss the deep emotional and spiritual harm abortion causes women and expose the industry’s deceptive efforts to normalize it. This honest conversation sheds light on the pain behind the choice—and the redemption found in Christ.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Abby sits down with social media influencer Kelli Ingram—a wife, mom, and now pregnant with her ninth child—for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation. Together, they unpack what it truly means to live as a pro-life family in today’s culture. From adoption to the dehumanization of children, Abby and Kelli confront the rise of anti-child sentiment in our society and celebrate the beauty and blessing of large families. This episode is a powerful reminder that children are not burdens—they are blessings.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Abby sits down with Rachel Chihak, a mother of four whose life was turned upside down after being misdiagnosed with a UTI and prescribed ciprofloxacin—a powerful antibiotic with a severe black box warning. Rachel shares how the drug’s devastating side effects left her disabled and changed the course of her life. In this heartfelt interview, she opens up about clinging to God and His Word through the darkest moments and encourages others to ask questions, advocate for their health, and never lose hope.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!“There are things happening beneath the surface that are probably far different than the way that they may appear on the surface.”Abby sits down with former U.S. Lieutenant Colonel Brad Miller to explore the current state of government, shifting cultural tides, and what lies ahead for America. From the Trump administration and Elon Musk to COVID controversies and government overreach, they dive into the forces shaping public perception. Brad warns of a growing potential of war—and how Americans may be fed a narrative to accept it. He shares why loving your country doesn’t mean blindly trusting the government, and how patriotism itself can be weaponized.This thought-provoking conversation challenges us to stay alert, seek truth, and hold fast to convictions in an age of deception.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Abby is joined by guest Suzanne Guy, who shares the powerful story of her pregnancy and the intense pressure she faced from medical professionals to abort her daughter after a diagnosis of a chromosomal abnormality deemed “incompatible with life.” Suzanne describes the struggle to find doctors who valued her unborn child’s life and the harsh reality many parents face in similar situations. Together, she and Abby expose the tragic impact of a medical system that often fails to see the unborn as patients deserving care, dignity, and protection.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
Sponsor: Timothy Plan aligns your biblical values with your financial stewardship in a way that honors God. Click here to learn more!Abby is joined by actor and author Kirk Cameron to talk about his latest project for kids, Iggy and Mr. Kirk. In this inspiring conversation, Kirk shares his heart for reaching the next generation and why now is the time to raise bold, faith-filled children. Instead of lamenting today’s culture, this episode encourages us to see the opportunity to raise up future soldiers for Christ—because kids are the seeds of tomorrow.FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA- Instagram- Facebook- Twitter
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Lovely guest. I wish more people were like her😍