The Heidi St. John Podcast

Today I’m joined in studio by my friend Ken Ham for one of the most important conversations we’ve had in a long time. We talk about the rise of flat earth theories, biblical illiteracy in the church, why Genesis matters, and how generations of Christians have been discipled by the culture instead of the Word of God. We also dig into marriage, family leadership, and practical encouragement for pare...

The fear machine is spinning up again—this time over Hantavirus—and I think we need to stop and ask what years of panic have done to our kids. Today, I’m talking about the teen anxiety crisis, the lingering trauma from COVID-era fear, social media, overmedication, and the spiritual confusion shaping this generation. I want to challenge parents to stop surrendering to fear and start leading their f...

Motherhood has a way of humbling you, stretching you, and teaching you to surrender in ways you never expected. In this special Mother’s Day episode, I sat down with my two oldest daughters, Savannah and Sierra, to talk honestly about raising kids, homeschooling, marriage, identity, and the beauty of family life. We talked about the hard seasons, the joyful ones, and what happens when you stop cha...

Today I’m sharing one of the hardest parts of my story—crippling anxiety, years on SSRIs and benzodiazepines, and the painful reality of trying to come off of them. We need to start having honest conversations about trauma, mental health, overprescribed medications, and the hope of real healing. If you or someone you love is struggling, this episode is for you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9bz...

There’s a reason your home feels harder than it should. Today we’re getting honest about the attachment patterns affecting your marriage, your parenting, and your peace. This conversation will help you see what’s really going on beneath the surface—and what it looks like to rebuild trust, connection, and stability in your family. Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support...

After another attempted assassination, we’re taking a hard look at the power of words, rising political violence, and why free speech doesn’t remove accountability. Then your questions: navigating homeschool pressure, breaking free from constant noise to hear from God, building confidence in your faith, and pushing through burnout. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is be still and wait...

Enough is enough—and families are feeling it. Today I’m joined by Chris Dudley to talk about what’s really going on—from education to leadership—and why it’s time to stop sitting on the sidelines. This isn’t just politics. It’s about stepping up and doing something that matters. Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support your values. http://myfreedomcart.com/heidi Show men...

We’ve ignored this for too long. A generation of women is carrying wounds from absent or distant fathers—and it’s shaping everything: identity, anxiety, even how we see God. Today, we’re calling it out. You are not an orphan. You are deeply loved. And it’s time to start living like it. Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support your values. http://myfreedomcart.com/heidi S...

Let’s talk about what happens when culture starts redefining truth. Today I’m tackling a tough issue—surrogacy and the commodification of children—then answering your questions on marriage and money, feeling stuck in your faith, staying grounded when others deconstruct, and raising kids in an AI-driven world. Truth still matters—hold the line. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website...

I’m watching new legislation target homeschool families across the country—and most people don’t realize how serious it is. Today, I’m talking with Mike Farris about what’s actually happening, why it matters, and what we need to do right now. This isn’t just about policy—it’s about who gets the final say in raising our kids. Shop MyFreedomCart for trusted, American-made products that support your...

Hollywood promises fame, freedom, and fulfillment—but what if it’s all a lie? Today, Tracy Melchior joins me to pull back the curtain on what it really costs to chase success in a culture built on image and compromise. From broken beginnings and painful choices to finally finding truth in Christ, her story is raw, honest, and deeply redemptive. If you’ve ever believed that “having it all” would fi...

Homeschooling feels overwhelming. Marriage feels heavy. And sometimes you don’t know when to stay quiet or speak up. Today we’re answering real questions about boundaries, supporting your husband, and sharing your faith with confidence. Don’t quit—God is still at work in your story. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-8...

It sounds spiritual, but it’s not new and it’s not harmless. Christians are chasing “special knowledge” instead of standing on God’s Word and it’s leading to confusion and division inside the Church. Pastor Gary Hamrick joins me to talk about why this is happening and how to stay anchored in truth when everything else feels loud and convincing. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Websit...

What do you do when your marriage feels stuck and nothing is changing? Alan and Autumn Ray from Marriage Team join me to talk about why so many couples stay disconnected—and what actually helps. If things feel off in your marriage, don’t check out. There’s a better way forward. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Ru...

We’re not skirting the hard stuff today. From living with a spouse who won’t get help, to raising kids in a culture that feeds anxiety and confusion, to dealing with hurt inside the church, these are the real questions you’re asking. But before we get to them, we need to talk about something bigger: the slow drift away from truth, even inside the church. When everything becomes “discernment” and e...

We’re watching truth get twisted in real time and too many Christians are going along with it. From global conflict to cultural confusion, this isn’t just noise… it’s a spiritual battle. Today, I’m talking about why truth still matters, why “your truth” is a lie, and how we anchor ourselves in God’s Word when everything around us is shifting. If we don’t stand for truth, we will fall for anything....

In the middle of fear and pressure, many women are told they don’t have real support or real choices. That’s simply not true. Today I’m talking about the option almost no one brings up and why adoption has quietly disappeared from the conversation. This is about truth, compassion, and showing women a path forward that honors life. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjoh...

On today’s Fan Mail Friday, we’re talking about what happens when things don’t feel right at home or at church and why you shouldn’t ignore it. From hurtful words in marriage to leadership that raises red flags, I’m encouraging you to trust godly discernment and stand on truth. Today’s episode is brought to you by My Freedom Cart. Clean products, made in America, without the junk or the agenda. Ch...

If your home feels chaotic and your heart feels stretched thin, it might be time for a reset. Today I’m sharing five habits that will help you step off autopilot, reconnect with your kids, and lead your home with intention. You’re not behind. You just need to come back to what matters. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donatio...

Think your marriage is safe Think again. Most couples don’t see it coming until it’s too late. Jim Ramos and I talk about the guardrails that protect your relationship and what happens when you ignore them. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohn Youtube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPod...

You guys asked, and I’m answering. What started as Fan Mail Friday turned into a hard but necessary conversation about Joe Kent, truth, and the lack of discernment I’m seeing right now in the conservative movement. We’re talking about chaos, conspiracy, and why Christians must care about evidence and integrity. I’ll also end with some encouragement for a listener who’s hurting and needs to be remi...

There’s a growing belief that if America just pulls back, we’ll somehow find peace—but history says otherwise. Today I’m talking about why retreat creates a vacuum, what fills it, and why our influence still matters. Andrew Mclennan joins me with a perspective from outside the U.S. that might just wake you up. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the sho...

There’s a reason more kids are questioning who they are and it’s not accidental. From classrooms to screens to culture at large, the messaging is constant. Today we’re talking about what’s fueling it and how parents can respond without fear and without backing down. Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentions Website | heidistjohn.com Support the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827 Rumble | rumbl...

Homeschool days that feel like chaos, parenting confidence that’s taken a hit, kids growing up faster than you’d like, and a culture that keeps pushing back. Today I’m answering your questions and reminding you that you don’t need perfection to be faithful. If you’re weary or second guessing yourself, this is your reminder to reset, stay rooted in truth, and keep going. Prime Sponsor: No matter wh...

This is one of those conversations that hits close to home. Katy Faust joins me to talk about the Greater Than Campaign and why putting children first matters now more than ever. We talk about what’s happening in our culture, the confusion creeping into the church, and how quickly truth is being replaced with whatever feels right in the moment. At the end of the day, this isn’t just about politics...