Centered

Unifying conversation on the divisive subject of abortion. Hosted by Missy Martinez-Stone, President and CEO of the Center for Client Safety

Episode 26 - Partnering with Non-Traditional Pro-Lifers with Monica Snyder

In this episode of Centered, CCS President and CEO, Missy Martinez-Stone, sits down with Secular Pro-Life Executive Director, Monica Snyder, to discuss what it looks like working in the pro-life movement as a non-traditional pro-lifer.   Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety   If you love the Centered podcast and want us to continue making more episodes, donate today https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988  Find out more about Secular Pro-Life - https://secularprolife.org/

01-10
01:28:11

Episode 31 - Mastering Our Roles, but Joining Our Efforts with Jor-El Godsey.

Missy Martinez-Stone welcomes Jor-El Godsey of Heartbeat International to unpack why the movement works best when every group leans into their expertise. You’ll hear simple guardrails for teamwork and leave with one question: What role are you mastering so the whole pro-life mission wins? Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here If you love the Centered podcast and want us to continue making more episodes, donate today! Find out more about Heartbeat International, go to heartbeatinternational.com   

07-11
01:01:38

Episode 30 - Changing Culture Through Empathy with John Mize

In this episode of the Centered Podcast, host Missy Martinez-Stone speaks with John Mize, CEO of Americans United for Life (AUL). They discuss John's unique journey to leading AUL, the importance of compassion in the pro-life movement, and the challenges women face when making decisions about abortion. John shares his personal experiences as a foster parent and how they shape his perspective on life and policy. The conversation also delves into the risks associated with the abortion pill, the need for safety regulations, and the collaborative efforts within the pro-life movement to create a supportive environment for families. Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here If you love the Centered podcast and want us to continue making more episodes, donate today! Find out more about Americans United for Life, visit www.aul.org  

06-20
51:56

Episode 29 - Navigating Red Tape: The Art of Strategic Persistence

In this episode, Missy sits down with Chief Investigations Officer Christine Smith to unpack the unglamorous but essential side of pro-life advocacy: navigating government red tape. They discuss how strategic persistence, legal precision, and relentless follow-up are the keys to shutting down dangerous abortion facilities and protecting women. If you’ve ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes, this episode pulls back the curtain. Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety If you love the Centered podcast and want us to continue making more episodes, donate today https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988

06-06
34:22

Episode 28 - Not Just Outrage, but Outcomes: Why Our Strategy Avoids the Spotlight featuring Christine Smith and Amy Gehrke

In this episode of the Centered Podcast, Missy Martinez-Stone sits down with her co-leaders at the Center for Client Safety—Christine Smith and Amy Gehrke—for a behind-the-scenes look at how they handle investigations into dangerous abortion providers. While many in the pro-life movement focus on public exposure, Missy, Christine, and Amy explain why their organization chooses a different path: confidential enforcement through regulatory agencies, private negotiations, and trauma-informed care for the women involved. They share real-world examples—including recent cases from Colorado and Illinois—that show how exposure can sometimes backfire, while quiet, strategic action leads to lasting reform. Plus, they dive into why seeing an ambulance outside an abortion facility isn’t always the “gotcha” moment people think it is. If you’ve ever wondered why you don’t hear much about their biggest cases… this episode will tell you everything. Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here If you love the Centered podcast and want us to continue making more episodes, donate today!

03-28
01:15:02

Episode 27 - Changing Our Narratives with Toni McFadden

In this Centered episode, Center for Client Safety President and CEO Missy Martinez-Stone sits down with speaker, educator, and professional counselor Toni McFadden to delve into how our personal experiences shape our relationships, conversations, and the broader pro-life movement.  Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here If you love the Centered podcast and want us to continue making more episodes, donate today! Find out more about Toni McFadden at www.tonimcfadden.com

02-28
52:00

Episode 3 Re-Release - Embracing Difference to Strengthen Friendships with Alison Howard Centofante

In the re-release of this episode, pro-life activist Alison Howard Centofante and Missy Martinez-Stone delve into the unique dynamics of their friendship, exploring how their contrasting views on sensitive issues serve as a catalyst for deeper understanding and connection.  Buy Seven Weeks Coffee Here - https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety Donate to the Center for Client Safety today: https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988

12-27
43:26

Episode 23 - Special Preview of a Critical Investigation

In this episode of Centered, CCS President and CEO, Missy Martinez-Stone teases an upcoming episode about a case that CCS is currently investigating and reminds Inner Circle members that they will recieve exclusive information about this case.   For more information on the Inner Circle, click here https://www.centerforclientsafety.org/inner-circle Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety If you love the Centered podcast and want us to continue making more episodes, donate today https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988

12-06
08:37

Episode 22 - Words as Weapons: How Propaganda Was Used to Sell Abortion to America with Sue Ellen Browder

Sue Ellen Browder is a former writer at Cosmsopoliton and the author of Subverted: How I Helped the Sexual Revolution Hijack the Women’s Movement from Ignatius Press.   Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety   If you love the Centered podcast and want us to continue making more episodes, donate today https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988 

11-29
55:22

Episode 21 - The Complicated Intersection of Abortion and Religion with Josh Chumley

Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety   Learn more about XCL Group, visit xcl.group

11-15
55:37

Episode 20 - Navigating Elections with Peter Range

Peter Range, Senior Fellow at the Center for Christian Virtue, joins Missy Martinez-Stone to discuss their differing political and personal views on abortion. Despite their differences, they emphasize the importance of building relationships, respectful dialogue, and finding common ground.Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here: https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety Donate to the Center for Client Safety today: https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988 Learn more about the Center for Christian Virtue at www.ccv.org @ccvpolicy

11-01
01:08:57

Episode 19 - The Unknown Roots of the Abortion Movement with Dr. Carrie Gress

Center for Client Safety President and CEO, Missy Martinez-Stone, is joined by Dr. Carrie Gress, a Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington, D.C., and a Scholar at the Institute for Human Ecology at the Catholic University of America. Dr. Gress holds a doctorate in philosophy from the Catholic University and serves as editor at Theology of Home, an online magazine for women.   Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety   If you love the Centered podcast and want us to continue making more episodes, donate today https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988 

10-18
01:11:52

Special Episode - Vice Presidential Debate Unpacked: Clarifying Common Misconceptions

Center for Client Safety President and CEO, Missy Martinez-Stone unpacks the Vice Presidential debate. In this episode, she walks through common misconceptions regarding abortion laws and clarifies topics that were discusses during the debate. Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety Love the Centered Podcast? Help us continue to make content by donating today: https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988

10-04
30:48

Episode 17 - Empowering Their Choice with Aaron Fowler

Aaron Fowler, Director of Ministries at Bloom Pregnancy Help Center in Dallas, Texas. Joins Missy Martinez-Stone to talk about how you truly empower women at your pregnancy center. Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here: https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety Donate to the Center for Client Safety today: https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988 Learn more about Americans United for Life here: https://aul.org/

10-04
01:28:47

Episode 16 - Married to the Pro-Life Movement with Aaron Stone

Center for Client Safety President and CEO Missy Martinez-Stone and her husband, Aaron Stone, reflect on the early days of their marriage and the founding of CCS. Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here: https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety Website: https://www.centerforclientsafety.org/Our Story Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHU2aoH9YioAarons new album: https://myepic.ffm.to/loriellaAaron video company: Ultravioletmedia.us Donate to the Center for Client Safety today: https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988

09-27
01:02:16

Special Episode - The Truth Behind Tragedy: A Discussion of the Death of Amber Thurman

In this special episode of Centered, President and CEO Missy Martinez-Stone speaks with compassion about the heartbeat law and the tragic death of Amber Thurman.Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here: https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety

09-20
29:19

Special Episode - The Ugly Truth Behind the Presidential Debate

Center for Client Safety President and CEO, Missy Martinez-Stone examines the claims made about abortion at the Presidential Debate.    Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety   Donate to the Center for Client Safety today: https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988

09-12
16:07

Episode 13 - The Next Chapter of the Pro-Life Movement with Jesse Southerland

Jesse Southerland, Federal Policy Director of Americans United for Life joins Missy Martinez-Stone to discuss how the pro-life movement can work towards not only ending abortion but working across the aisle to address the root cause of abortion. Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety Donate to the Center for Client Safety today: https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988 Learn more about Americans United for Life here: https://aul.org/

09-06
01:00:52

Special Episode - What We Can Agree On In the News

Missy Martinez-Stone shares her thoughts on big new stories and highlights areas we can all try and find commonality.  Help support the Center for Client Safety by buying your next bag of coffee here https://sevenweekscoffee.com/?ref=CenterForClientSafety Donate to the Center for Client Safety today: https://centerforclientsafety.kindful.com/?campaign=1329988  

08-23
25:27

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