The Heidi St. John Podcast

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Are We Defending Freedom or Protecting Evil? with Joseph Backholm Oct 19, 2026

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Religious freedom is worth defending—but can it be used to justify killing an unborn child? Joseph Backholm joins me to tackle public executions, abortion, and boys competing in girls’ sports. How do we pursue justice while honoring human dignity? And how much evil are we willing to tolerate just to stay comfortable? These are biblical issues, and Christians cannot afford to sit them out.

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Fan Mail Friday: Should Christians Be Afraid of AI? Oct 16, 2026

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AI can deceive, mislead, and be misused. Does that mean Christians should avoid it? Today I’m sharing why I use AI and why you should never outsource your discernment. I’m also answering your questions about homeschooling while working full time, intimacy and birth control in marriage, church burnout, and helping your child understand that salvation rests on the finished work of Christ.

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The Road to November: Raising Leaders Who Stand for Truth with Katie Fruits Oct 15, 2026

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We’re not just raising kids. We’re raising the next generation of leaders. Nineteen-year-old homeschool graduate Katie Fruits joins me to talk about her run for the Montana State House, sharing her faith on the campaign trail, and choosing obedience over fear. Parents, this is why we teach our kids to know what they believe and put their faith into action!

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Do Women Belong in the Pulpit? with Pastor Phil Hopper Oct 14, 2026

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Can a woman teach on Sunday morning without being a pastor? Pastor Phil Hopper joins me to open God’s Word and answer a question that’s stirred up plenty of controversy. We’re talking about biblical authority, women’s gifts, and the damage we do when we confuse man-made rules with Scripture. Plus, why protecting the unborn requires Christians to get off the bench and vote.

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Tuesday In Ten: When Outrage Replaces Evidence Oct 13, 2026

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Today I’m covering three headlines: the public execution of the Fort Hood murderer, the selective outrage of the left over illegal immigration and the controversy at Cornell. My question? Are we letting political narratives outweigh the facts? Let’s look at these stories through the lens of faith, discernment, and the rule of law.

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God Defines Our Girls with Patti Garibay Oct 12, 2026

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God created our daughters with purpose, and culture doesn’t get to rewrite His design. Patti Garibay, founder of American Heritage Girls, joins me to talk about feminism, the troubling direction of the Girl Scouts, and raising girls who stand confidently on biblical truth. Parents, it’s time to get off the bench and help our daughters become who God created them to be.

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Fan Mail Friday: When to Push Through and When to Change Course Oct 09, 2026

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Should you ditch the curriculum that’s making everyone miserable—or stick it out? How do you handle a teenage boy’s attitude without losing your relationship? And what if your graduate wants trade school instead of college? Today, I’m answering your questions about homeschooling, dating, aging parents, and standing for truth at work. Let’s talk about setting biblical boundaries, knowing when to make a change, and remembering what we’re really doing: raising adults who love and walk with the Lord.

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The Road to November: Has the Church Traded Courage for Tax Exemption? with Troy Miller Oct 08, 2026

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Pastors answer to God, so why are we letting the government dictate what they can say? NRB President Troy Miller joins me to discuss the fight against the Johnson Amendment and the effort to restore pastors’ freedom to speak about political candidates. We’re talking about religious liberty, the cost of staying silent, and why shepherds must have the courage to speak biblical truth—even when it’s unpopular.

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Who’s Teaching Your Kids to Hate America? with Tim Barton Oct 07, 2026

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What happens when a generation is taught to hate the very country that gave them freedom? Tim Barton from WallBuilders joins me to talk about the rewriting of America’s history, the battle for our kids’ minds, and why Christians cannot afford to sit out the midterms. We’re talking biblical discernment, policies over personalities, and why America’s future is still worth fighting for.

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Tuesday in Ten: God’s Word Isn’t Up for a Vote Oct 06, 2026

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God has already spoken about life, marriage, and who we are—and His Word isn’t up for a vote. Today, I’m talking about abortion ballot measures, religious liberty, and why the judges we elect matter. When political platforms start answering questions only God gets to settle, the church needs to speak up. We cannot afford to be apathetic. It’s time to know God’s Word, stand firmly on it, and put our faith into action.

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