The Ruth Institute Podcast

Linda wanted to be a man. She planned it all out and chose her new name. But a powerful experience with Christ changed her life forever.  Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing report: Refuting the Top 5 Gay Myths https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/ Linda discusses her research on individuals transitioning from an LGBT identity, and Christian perspectives on LGBTQ+ issues...

Born gay is a narrative that severely inhibits anyone dealing with same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria. Dr. Linda Seiler talks about both the qualitative research that she did regarding same sex attraction as well as the transformation she went through after she reoriented her life towards God. Watch part 1 here: https://youtu.be/gqJ48N5uqYA Subscribe to our newsletter to get this amazing repo...

Linda wanted to be a man. She had planned it all out, to the monetary side and even going so far as to choose the name, 'David' for her post operation itentity. But a powerful experience when she was 21 with Christ changed her life forever. Listen as she shares her journey with gender identity, sexual attraction, faith struggles, and her 11-year transformation. She highlights pivotal moments, the...

Jason shares his profound journey from atheism to Christianity, exploring the complexities of same-sex attraction, the dynamics of same-sex relationships, and the role of addiction within gay culture. He reflects on his experiences with therapy, the importance of family support, and the impact of his religious upbringing on his life choices. He emphasizes the transformative power of faith and the...

Full Episode! John A. Di Camillo, PhD, BeL, is a health care ethicist and the Personal Consultations Director at The National Catholic Bioethics Center (NCBC). He manages NCBC's 24/7 free ethics consultation service as well as the Personal Consultations Fellows and Interns Program. Dr. Di Camillo applies Catholic moral theology to science and medicine through research, writing, speaking, mentoring...

Dr. Morse gives a presentation about what parents need to know about the Gender Ideology to help people navigate our turbulent times.   Subscribe to the newsletter and get the 5 Myths Report: https://ruthinstitute.org/refute-the-top-five-myths/   The Sexual State: https://thesexualstate.com/   Main Resource Center: https://ruthinstitute.org/resource-centers/   Healing from the Sexual Revolution:ht...

This is part one of a two part interview with Dr. Jason D. Hill. Dr. Jason Hill shares his profound journey from an LGBT identity to a strong Christian faith. He discusses the impact of childhood trauma, including molestation and the absence of a father, on his sexual orientation. He reflects on his atheism, the shame he carried, and the transformative power of vulnerability and faith. He emphasiz...

Amy Hamilton continues her discussion with Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse. They discuss what it was that led Amy Hamilton out of her lesbian lifestyle, including being adopted as an infant. The consequences of adoption aren't always what we think. They also talk about the challenge of the "born that way" myth, complexities of relationships, and the importance of maintaining a Christian identity rooted...

In this conversation, Dr. Amy Hamilton shares her struggle with same-sex attraction, her conversion to Christianity, and her eventual embrace of Catholicism. Dr. Hamilton emphasizes the importance of truth in addressing contemporary issues surrounding sexuality and the need for compassion without compromising on Christian teachings. She also highlights the role of counseling in her transformation...

We welcome back Dr. Jennifer Morse of the Ruth Institute to discuss the recent Executive Order regarding gender ideology. What is the right way to respond to body dysmorphia, and what are the ramifications of returning discourse at all levels to biological reality?   Originally posted by The Catholic Current here: https://sites.libsyn.com/286598/new-rules-for-transgenderism-dr-jennifer-roback-mors...

President Trump's support of IVF as an effective means to increase fertility belies the complicated nature of this treatment and the ethical, moral, and philosophical implications of it. For instance, one of the pressing issues for children of IVF will be how their manner of conception impacts their psychological state. For another, they might wonder what happened to the other embryos which were d...

In this episode of the Ruth Institute Podcast, Fr. Rob Jack and Dr. Morse talk about Dr. Morse's interview with Archduke Eduard Habsburg of Austria and his new book giving advice to young couples about how to get married and stay married.

Today Dr. Morse and Fr. Rob Jack discuss the Cincinnati Children's Hospital touting gender affirming care to children as young as four, and Dr. Morse's article about why you shouldn't send your gay teens to therapy.

Peter Colosi discusses his academic background in philosophy and the importance of lived experience in understanding Catholic sexual morality. He emphasizes the need for clarity in church teachings, particularly in light of contemporary challenges and ecclesial politics. Colosi explores the moral implications of IVF, the dignity of every human being, and the psychological impact of artificial repr...

On today's episode of the Ruth Institute Podcast,   Fr. Rob Jack and Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse discuss why pregnancy care centers represent the   real  women's movement and how the feminist movement has become the law of the strongest.

(October 14, 2021) Dr J is once again a guest of Fr. Rob Jack on Sacred Heart Radio's Driving Home the Faith .    They're discussing the abortion-breast cancer link, cancel culture, and more. Check out our Dr J Shows on this topic with Dr. Joel Brind and Dr. Angela Lanfranchi , too!

After we broadcast this, YouTube deleted this content and put us in YouTube jail. Dr Lanfranchi is co-founder and president of the Breast Cancer Prevention Institute, bcpinstitute.org, a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable corporation that has as its mission to educate lay and professional communities in the methods of risk reduction and prevention of breast cancer through research, publications, and le...

The tireless efforts of Pope Saint John Paul II gave us the timeless Theology of the Body – and that has provided sound philosophical grounding from which to handle the ever shifting sands of moral turpitude of our modern era. Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse and Dr. Deborah Savage discuss the Catholic Church's teachings on marriage, family, and human sexuality, particularly in the context of the challen...

In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse and Dr. Deborah Savage discuss the Catholic Church's teachings on contraception, the importance of lived experience in understanding these teachings, and the challenges posed by the sexual revolution. They explore the philosophical foundations laid by John Paul II, the distinction between human acts and impulses, and the implications for sexual moral...

Parents face a host of challenges when confronted with the prospect of talking to their children about sensitive topics, including reproduction, transgenderism, sexuality, creating a family, to say nothing of the awkwardness parents inevitably feel when broaching those topics for the first time with their children. But as parents approach those conversations, they need to be aware of two critical...

In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse and Joanna Hyatt discuss the importance of building a foundation of truth for young mothers, the impact of past trauma on parenting, and how to navigate difficult conversations about sexuality with children. They explore Joanna's undercover investigations in the abortion industry, the need for parents to empower their children to discuss tough topics...

Edward Habsburg and Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse discuss the essential elements of compatibility in relationships, the importance of family, and the role of parents in educating their children about relationships. He emphasizes the significance of timing in marriage, the benefits of having a large family, and the value of establishing family traditions. Habsburg also offers encouragement to those who...

Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse interviews Ambassador Eduard Habsburg about his new book, Building a Wholesome Family Life in a Broken World. They discuss the importance of chastity, the role of faith in marriage, and the qualities to look for in a spouse, drawing on lessons from Habsburg family history. The conversation emphasizes the need for a stable family environment for children and the significan...

The current WPATH scandal shows that the entire organization isn't concerned about resolving the mental distress or sexual fetishes of people with gender identity disorder. Walt Heyer's doctor who "treated" him in 1981 wanted to get gender dysphoria into the DSM, not because it would help the patients, but because it would be easier to get access to wrong-sex hormones and genital surgeries. And un...

Walt Heyer had it all: married to a beautiful woman, father of two wonderful children, he got to work on the Apollo space mission, and was even a high ranking employee at a big tech firm. But he had a deep, dark secret, that he had kept from everyone as long as he could remember. He was a secret cross dresser. From the time he was 13 he had an alternate persona: Crystal West. He would act out as a...