Right to Life Radio

California says it is all about choice, so why does every Medi-Cal dollar point poor women toward abortion? John Gerardi breaks down how the state fully covers abortion with zero out-of-pocket cost while OB care pays so poorly that Madera County lost its only maternity ward. Then, Assemblyman Joe Patterson's budget amendment to fund prenatal care at the same level as abortion, and why Sacramento l...

Four years to the day after Dobbs overturned Roe v. Wade, John Gerardi sits down with Jonathan Keller, CEO of California Family Council, to take stock of where the pro-life movement actually stands. They cover what Dobbs did and did not do, why mail-order abortion pills have quietly undercut state bans, and how decades of Roe left even pro-life lawmakers afraid to act once they finally held power....

Host John Girardi and guest Jonathan Keller dive into the California FACE Act controversy, exploring the prosecution of pro-life volunteer Anastasia Rogers over a social media post, the First Amendment implications for pro-life protests. The board member and Rachel's Vineyard team member Geronimo Cerda joins to discuss the life-changing healing work of Rachel's Vineyard for those impacted by abort...

In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller unpack a Gallup poll revealing shifting American attitudes on moral issues. They explore the rise of ethical libertarianism, the troubling normalization of doctor-assisted suicide, and the cultural contradictions in valuing animal life over human life, culminating in a discussion of a YouTuber's public decision to abort a chi...

This week on Right to Life Radio, John and Jonathan break down California's primary election results and what they mean for the pro-life movement heading into November. They take some humorous jabs at Tom Steyer's record-breaking cost-per-vote campaign, dig into the top-two showdown between Steve Hilton and Javier Becerra, and discuss how California's extended ballot-counting process impacts close...

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller tackle James Tallarico's pro-abortion arguments, explore biblical evidence on life in the womb, and discuss why the Texas and Louisiana primaries make defunding Planned Parenthood even harder.

Right to Life Radio crunches the numbers like never before, dissecting Planned Parenthood's 2024 financials. John and Jonathan analyze national losses, state-by-state disparities, and California's outsized role in keeping the organization afloat. If you've ever wanted to understand how tax forms, Medi-Cal, and political funding shape the abortion industry, this is your moment.  

John Gerard and Jonathan Keller dive into a tumultuous week in the pro-life movement as the Supreme Court allows the abortion pill to continue being prescribed via telemedicine and shipped through the mail. John breaks down his recent National Review article, pokes fun at himself with some William F. Buckley impressions, and unpacks the notorious "shadow docket." Later, Dr. John Erickson joins to...

This week on Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller break down a potentially monumental Supreme Court case that could reshape the landscape of chemical abortions in the U.S. They discuss the 5th Circuit's ruling against mailing Mifepristone, the Supreme Court's temporary stay, and the Trump administration's controversial legal stance. They explore the rise of telemedicine abortions,...

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dive into a viral congressional hearing where Rep. Brandon Gill presses an abortion advocate to name her "favorite" abortion method—and her refusal to answer sparks a bigger conversation about the moral and cultural realities of abortion. The hosts also discuss a landmark 9-0 Supreme Court ruling protecting pro-life pregnancy centers from harassment by state govern...

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller explore the upcoming July 4th expiration of Planned Parenthood's defunding, the political challenges facing pro-lifers, and the missed opportunities of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. With humor, historical detours, and sharp analysis, they highlight what's at stake for the pro-life movement and why Republicans might be letting a once-in-a-lifetime chance slip away...

In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dive deep into the Department of Justice's 882-page report on the Biden administration's alleged weaponization of the FACE Act. They break down how the law—originally passed in 1994—has been applied almost exclusively to pro-life activists, the precedent it sets for First Amendment concerns, and why the federal government's i...

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller break down California's newest wave of abortion bills, including AB 2540, which would require community college health centers to provide the abortion pill. They share the moving testimony of Leandra Wells, a young staffer with California Family Council, who details her experience facing an unplanned pregnancy in college. The episode also explores the politics behi...

In this Easter weekend episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and sidewalk counselor Linda Talia dive into their monthly "Stories from the Sidewalk." They share powerful encounters with families outside Planned Parenthood, including a couple who chose life despite being turned away for prenatal care and a high school student navigating the decision between adoption and parenting. The convers...

Is the Trump administration truly pro-life or just half-measures and missed opportunities? John Gerardi breaks down the Weldon Amendment enforcement, California's relentless expansion of abortion access, and the Trump team's refusal to act on the abortion pill. Featuring Jonathan Keller, this episode calls balls and strikes on the complex state of the pro-life fight. 

This week on Right to Life Radio, John and Jonathan tackle the disturbing allegations against Cesar Chavez and discuss how abortion has long been a tool for powerful men to cover up abuse. They reflect on the role abortion plays in coercion, share insights from the California March for Life, and preview exciting Right to Life events. 

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller tackle Josh Hawley's push to ban Mifepristone, the Senate filibuster dilemma, and why Congress is stuck when it comes to pro-life legislation. They also cover California's March for Life, shady legislative tactics, and Safe Surrender bills that could actually save babies.  

John and Jonathan wade into the thorny debate over "abortion abolitionism" versus "equal protection," exploring the legal, political, and moral implications of prosecuting women who have abortions in the post-Dobbs era. They break down why this approach may be both impractical and counterproductive for the pro-life movement. Later, Linda Teliha joins for "Stories from the Sidewalk," sharing powerf...

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dig into California's SB 106 — a freshly signed bill giving Planned Parenthood's seven California affiliates a $90 million no-strings-attached giveaway, on top of the $140 million they already received in October. They break down why this is less about healthcare and more about political backscratching: Planned Parenthood championed Prop 50's redistricting initiati...

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller break down a California Assembly floor debate over a $900,000 no-strings-attached grant to Planned Parenthood — set against the backdrop of the federal defunding triggered by the "One Big Beautiful Bill." They play audio clips and dissect the political theater, including Assembly members Tangipa and De Mayo pushing back while Democrat colleagues defended the fundin...

California lawmakers scramble to replace hundreds of millions in lost federal Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood. John and Jonathan analyze the political and financial battle over abortion funding while Linda Teliha shares moving sidewalk stories of hope, courage, and the life-saving difference that real support can make.

Fresh from the March for Life, John and Jonathan unpack JD Vance's speech, the political tension over Mifepristone, and the challenge of balancing prudence with action in the pro-life movement. They also debate the "abolitionist" position on prosecuting women who have abortions and preview the upcoming California March for Life.

On this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi marks the 53rd anniversary of Roe v. Wade with a deep dive into its history, legal reasoning, and long-lasting impact on American culture. From the common law roots of abortion restrictions to the Supreme Court's controversial use of the 14th Amendment, John explains why Roe was never the "moderate" decision many believed it to be. He also unpac...

John and Jonathan tackle the Hyde Amendment, abortion funding in Obamacare, and why defining abortion as "healthcare" matters for policy and conscience. Then, Linda Talia shares powerful sidewalk ministry stories about the realities of crisis pregnancies, the rise of repeat abortions, and the life-changing support offered by Right to Life of Central California.  

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller debut Right to Life Radio on the "50,000-watt mega blowtorch" KMJ with a fiery discussion about the growing tensions between pro-life organizations and the Trump administration. They break down the FDA's slow-rolling review of the abortion pill, the political risks of inaction, and the backlash from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, Lila Rose, and other key advoca...