Right to Life Radio

Right to Life Radio

This is the podcast for Right to Life of Central California's weekly, pro-life radio show, broadcast every Saturday from 9-10 AM on Power Talk FM 96.7 and AM 1400 in Fresno. Our host (and RLCC executive director) John Gerardi gives all the latest news on the pro-life movement in Fresno, throughout California, and nationally. Subscribe today!

Episodes

June 14, 2025 39 mins

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller expose new data revealing that Mifepristone complications are dramatically underreported and argue that mail-order abortion pills have outflanked state bans—so it’s time to dust off the 1873 Comstock Act and stop abortifacients at the mailbox.

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In this episode of Right to Life Radio, Sarah Goring and Linda Teliha share two powerful Stories from the Sidewalk—“Faith,” a teen who chose life after seeing a fetal model and discovering she was carrying a girl, and “Jack,” a young father whose life and faith were transformed through support despite domestic abuse trauma. Later, Jonathan Keller explains why the Trump administration dropped the Biden-era EMTALA lawsu...

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May 31, 2025 39 mins

In this evergreen episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi dismantles a Jesuit scholar’s claim that the Ten Commandments belong only in religious covenants, not public classrooms, and makes the case that moral law springs from human nature itself. He then turns to the modern culture war, exposing how medical associations and media jargon—from “cardiac activity” to “pro-choice”—skew public perception on life issues...

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May 24, 2025 39 mins

John and Jonathan unpack the narrow House passage of Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and its sweeping pro-life provisions—especially the 10-year defunding of Planned Parenthood. They reflect on legislative history, the power of reconciliation, and ponder its chances in the Senate. Plus: a bizarre bombing at a California IVF clinic opens a deeper conversation on the ethics of IVF and what Trump’s upcoming executive or...

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May 17, 2025 39 mins

John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller, two “deeply unwell” hosts fighting off colds and pro-abortion lunacy, unpack the growing storm surrounding the abortion pill, unexpected praise for Josh Hawley, and whether Gavin Newsom accidentally became California’s most pro-life governor (by doing math).

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May 10, 2025 35 mins

In this solo episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi dives into the pronatalism movement, addressing America’s falling birth rates and their economic risks. He dismisses right-wing fixes like IVF and artificial wombs, pushing for more marriages to solve the issue—a solution at odds with the left’s autonomy fixation and the right’s individualism. Girardi also tears into a misleading Pulitzer-winning ProPublic...

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May 3, 2025 39 mins

In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi dives into a groundbreaking study exposing the abortion pill’s dangers, revealing an 11% rate of serious adverse events—far higher than the FDA’s claims. Joined by Linda Talia, the show shares poignant "Stories from the Sidewalk," capturing the heartbreak and hope of ministering outside Planned Parenthood. Jonathan Keller breaks down California’s push to shield abor...

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April 26, 2025 39 mins
In this lively episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi and guest Jonathan Keller tackle the heated debate surrounding California’s AB 1453, a bill proposing that UC and CSU student health centers provide adoption information. Through sharp commentary and legislative audio clips, they expose the fierce opposition from pro-abortion groups like Planned Parenthood and UC representatives, who claim offering adoption info ...
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April 19, 2025 39 mins
In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller tackle the topic of the day: defunding Planned Parenthood, unpacking the complexities of federal funding through Medicaid and the potential effects of a Republican-led reconciliation bill. They explore a Supreme Court case that could allow states to exclude Planned Parenthood from Medicaid, discuss the organization's reported financial struggles, and crit...
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April 12, 2025 39 mins
In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller dive into California’s Assembly Bill 54, a law designed to secure abortion pill supply lines while shielding providers from out-of-state legal challenges. With sharp commentary, they critique Assemblymember Maggie Krell’s push for “access” above all else, question the safety of medication abortion, and spotlight the state’s neglect of prenatal care for lo...
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In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Linda Teliha share compelling "Stories from the Sidewalk," including a tattooed dad’s encounter with Planned Parenthood’s dismissive attitude and a high schooler’s decision. They dive into Planned Parenthood’s business model, the decline of adoption. Gerardi discusses Javier Becerra’s pro-abortion gubernatorial run, capped off with Jonathan Keller’s fiery March for Life ...
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March 29, 2025 39 mins
In this California-focused episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi and guest Jonathan Keller dissect three contentious state bills—AB40, AB290, and AB551—aimed at mandating abortions in emergency rooms. They explore the implications for Catholic hospitals, the absurdity of medication abortion in emergency settings, and the reopening of Madera Community Hospital without a maternity ward, tying it to Medi-Cal’s failure...
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March 22, 2025 39 mins
In this episode of Right to Life Radio, host John Gerardi and guest Jonathan Keller dive into a contentious new California bill, AB 547, proposing tax credits for IVF expenses. They unpack the ethical pitfalls of IVF, critique its unregulated practices, and explore its political ripple effects from Trump’s influence to local Fresno politics.
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March 15, 2025 39 mins
In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller humorously explore California Governor Gavin Newsom’s growing media presence through his new podcasts, framing it as a bid for the presidency. They dissect his interview with Charlie Kirk, questioning his moderate posturing on issues like abortion and transgender sports policies against his ultra-liberal track record. The hosts also touch on local Planned...
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March 8, 2025 39 mins

In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi dives into the Trump administration’s pivot away from fetal tissue research, contrasting it with Francis Collins’ controversial NIH tenure. He praises Dr. Jay Bhattacharya’s early stance, critiques the lack of a bioethics framework, and celebrates the DOJ dropping Biden’s EMTALA lawsuit against Idaho. Gerardi also ties in his National Review article, ...

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March 1, 2025 39 mins

In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Linda Teliha share powerful and sometimes bizarre stories from the sidewalk, highlighting the real struggles of women considering abortion. They discuss how pro-lifers must move beyond statistics and focus on tangible, compassionate support. Plus, John previews his upcoming National Review article on pro-life messaging, and Jonathan Keller joins in from an airpo...

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February 22, 2025 39 mins

This week on Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Jonathan Keller break down President Trump’s recent executive order on IVF. What does this mean for the pro-life movement, and could it reshape the Republican Party’s stance on life issues? We analyze the ethics, political fallout, and the cautious responses from major pro-life groups. Plus, John laments the existential dread of waiting too long—or not long enough—to ...

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John and Jonathan dive into USAID’s questionable spending habits and how the U.S. government may be bankrolling abortion legalization efforts abroad. They also discuss the rise of the Green Tide movement, the role of federal money in shaping public opinion, and why Elon Musk is exposing some inconvenient truths. Plus, John shares his experience of getting published in National Review—and the shockingly hostile respons...

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This week on Right to Life Radio, John and Jonathan break down the chaotic landscape of abortion politics, RFK Jr.’s surprising Senate testimony, and the massive impact of Mifepristone on abortion rates. Plus, they expose how USAID funneled millions into left-wing causes (yes, even BBC funding!) before Elon Musk’s “Doge” department cracked down. Finally, we honor the life of Marianne Angelillo, a beloved champion of t...

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February 1, 2025 39 mins

In this episode of Right to Life Radio, John Gerardi and Linda Teliha discuss heartbreaking and hopeful stories from sidewalk counseling outside Planned Parenthood. They dive into the real struggles women face when deciding on abortion and the consequences that often go unspoken. Later, Jonathan Keller joins to break down RFK Jr.’s surprising pro-life stance, Trump’s latest pro-life executive actions, and why the abor...

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