Politely Rude With Abby Johnson

In this deeply moving episode, Abby sits down with Élisabeth Nguyen to hear the personal story of her brother, Cardinal Nguyễn Văn Thuận — a man whose life began as a fragile miracle and grew into a powerful witness of faith. From surviving childhood in a time when many did not, to answering God’s call at just 13 years old, his journey would eventually lead him through war, hardship, and years of...

Lauren Eden shares a story few could imagine — how her life was almost ended before it began, and how a series of courageous choices, faith, and divine timing changed everything. From her mother’s desperate moments to her father’s relentless determination, this is a story about miracles, forgiveness, and the unseen ways life finds a way. Hear how one family’s faith transformed fear into hope, and...

On her 10-year anniversary, Billie Fox learned a truth that shattered everything she believed about her marriage. In this deeply honest episode, Billie shares how her husband’s confession exposed a hidden struggle, forced her to confront betrayal, anger, and forgiveness, and ultimately reshaped their marriage. Together, Abby and Billie discuss the quiet damage pornography causes in families, the i...

In this powerful return episode of Politely Rude , Abby Johnson sits down again with Chelsey Painter Davis— known as the viral "blind mom”—for a conversation that goes deeper than ever before. Chelsey shares her powerful and personal story of being conceived through IVF — and why her gratitude for life has led her to ask difficult ethical questions about the fertility industry. In this episode, Ch...

In this sobering episode of Politely Rude , Abby is joined by Noemi Padilla, a registered nurse with over 30 years of experience — including four years working inside a high-volume abortion clinic in Tampa, Florida. Noemi shares her firsthand testimony of how she entered the abortion industry believing she was helping women, only to witness systemic neglect, coercion, and abuse behind closed doors...

Abby is joined by Patti Garibay, Founder and Executive Director of American Heritage Girls, to discuss her journey from a 12-year volunteer with the Girl Scouts to starting a faith-based alternative for girls young women. Patti shares why she founded AHG and dives into the concerning changes within the Girl Scouts, including the removal of God from the Promise, teachings on sexuality, and its ties...

In this compelling episode, Abby sits down with Serena Dyksen — abortion survivor, founder of She Found His Grace Abortion Recovery , and a leading voice in abortion recovery advocacy. Serena shares her personal testimony of experiencing abortion at a young age, the trauma that followed, and the long journey toward healing and faith. What once felt like silence and shame became the foundation for...

In this episode, Abby sits down with guest Kim Zember—speaker, missionary, and founder of Unforgotten Faces—to talk about deeper human longings: intimacy, connection, identity, and the ways our early experiences shape how we love. Kim shares how the search for belonging, misunderstood intimacy, and emotional wounds can influence our relationships, and how Jesus brought restoration, clarity, and fr...

In this moving episode, Abby sits down with Nicole LeBlanc, a young wife and mother whose first pregnancy brought a rare diagnosis: conjoined twins. Nicole shares how she navigated overwhelming medical pressure, unexpected peace, and a faith that carried her through every moment. Her story is tender, courageous, and unlike anything we’ve featured before — a testimony that reminds us of the dignity...

After a shocking $525 doctor visit, Abby sits down with healthcare reform leader Katie Talento to ask: What on earth is happening to our healthcare system? Katie reveals the dark incentives inside corporate medicine, the pressure placed on doctors, and how big hospital systems are reshaping care at the expense of patients. A must-hear episode for every family. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagr...

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to live out your Christian convictions inside the medical world, you’re going to appreciate this conversation. In this episode, Abby Johnson sits down with Dr. Mike Chupp—surgeon, missionary, and CEO of the Christian Medical & Dental Associations—to talk about faith, integrity, and the pressures facing healthcare professionals today. Dr. Chupp shar...

What would you do if the system you trusted to protect your child became the source of their suffering? In this powerful episode of Politely Rude , Abby Johnson sits down again with Jackie Schlegel, founder and executive director of Texans for Medical Freedom, for a candid and emotional conversation about the growing movement for medical transparency and parental choice. Jackie opens up about her...

When Christine Melchor founded the Houston Coalition for Life, she had no office, no resources, and no plan—only a conviction that God was calling her to act. Decades later, that simple step of obedience has blossomed into a ministry that has reached over 40,000 women and inspired countless others across the nation. In this moving episode, Abby Johnson sits down with her longtime friend and fellow...

In this powerful episode Reg Platt sits down in studio with Abby Johnson to tell a life story that's equal parts heartbreaking and hopeful. He recounts his descent into heavy drinking and cocaine use, the guilt and shame after an abortion in 1976, a suicide attempt, experiments with black magic, and ultimately a dramatic spiritual turnaround that led to decades of marriage and pro-life ministry. A...

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...

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 div...

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 , expl...

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 equippi...

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 s...

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,...

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...

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 th...

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 fo...

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 i...

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...