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Abby Johnson Unscripted is sponsored by Presidio Healthcare, America’s first pro-life, Christian health insurance company. Presidio is committed to healthcare that honors human dignity, protects conscience, and supports families without compromising deeply held values. Learn more at presidiocare.com/abby. In this conversation, Abby Johnson shares her profound journey of healing from past trauma, particularly related to her experiences in the pro-life movement. She discusses a transformative experience at Catholic Family Land, where she found solace and a sense of normalcy as a mother. Abby confronts her past flashbacks and the impact they have on her present life, ultimately embracing her vocation as a mother and the importance of prioritizing family over work. The conversation also touches on creating a supportive work environment that values family life. If you are pregnant or parenting and need support, LoveLine is here for you. We’re ready to walk with you through pregnancy and beyond, helping you find the resources, encouragement, and practical support you need to thrive in motherhood. Visit loveline.com to learn more and connect with someone who cares.

Abby Johnson Unscripted is sponsored by Presidio Healthcare, America’s first pro-life, Christian health insurance company. Presidio is committed to healthcare that honors human dignity, protects conscience, and supports families without compromising deeply held values. Learn more at presidiocare.com/abby. In this episode of Abby Johnson Unscripted, Abby sits down with Karen Herzog for a candid conversation about the state of the pro-life movement in a post-Roe v. Wade America. Together, they unpack the political and cultural tensions surrounding Donald Trump’s presidency, the expectations placed on pro-life leaders, and the ongoing need for courage, integrity, and accountability within the movement. Abby also reflects on her own story of transformation — including the weight of her past involvement in the abortion industry — and shares why remembering the truth of our choices can become a pathway to repentance, healing, and renewed purpose. Support the work of ProLove Ministries: If this conversation stirred your heart, we invite you to partner with ProLove Ministries as we continue equipping leaders, supporting women and families, and building a culture that values every human life. Your generosity helps fuel life-affirming programs, outreach, and resources that make a real difference. To give today, visit proloveministries.org and become part of this mission.

Abby Johnson Unscripted is sponsored by Presidio Healthcare, America’s first pro-life, Christian health insurance company. Presidio is committed to healthcare that honors human dignity, protects conscience, and supports families without compromising deeply held values. Learn more at presidiocare.com/abby. Abby Johnson shares her profound journey from working in the abortion industry to leaving it behind. She discusses the rejection she faced from her community, the fear and uncertainty of seeking help from a pro-life group, and the unexpected backlash from friends after her departure. Abby also delves into the public scrutiny and legal battles she faced with Planned Parenthood, revealing the complexities of her transformation and the challenges of reconciling her past with her new identity. Founded by Abby in 2019, LoveLine was created to meet women in moments of fear, uncertainty, and need with practical, compassionate support. LoveLine walks alongside women who are pregnant or parenting, helping them find real help and hope when they need it most. To support this work, donate today at LoveLine.com. The discussion also explores the intricacies of personal truths surrounding abortion, the challenges of navigating conversations about faith and difficult topics, and Abby’s transition from the abortion industry to becoming a public figure advocating for pro-life legislation. She discusses the importance of honesty in personal narratives, the need for deeper conversations in youth groups, and the backlash faced when advocating for pro-life policies.

Abby Johnson Unscripted is sponsored by Presidio Healthcare, America’s first pro-life, Christian health insurance company. Presidio is committed to healthcare that honors human dignity, protects conscience, and supports families without compromising deeply held values. Learn more at presidiocare.com/abby. In this conversation, Abby Johnson and Karen Herzog delve into the complex mindset of abortion clinic workers, exploring the emotional disconnect and moral struggles faced by those involved in the industry. Abby shares her personal journey, highlighting the recruitment process, the mentality of 'fixing' women's problems through abortion, and the eventual realization of the humanity of the unborn.  The discussion also touches on the societal and personal pressures that shape the identities of those working in abortion clinics, leading to a profound internal conflict regarding their roles and the impact of their actions. In this conversation, Abby and Karen delve into personal experiences and beliefs surrounding abortion, faith, and the disordered nature of relationships within the abortion industry.  They discuss the impact of LGBTQ+ issues on traditional family values and the societal implications of these dynamics. The conversation also touches on motherhood, the pressures faced by women in the abortion clinic, and the stark separation between the choices of pregnancy and abortion.

And Then There Were None is a nonprofit ministry that helps abortion workers leave the industry and find the peace, joy, and freedom they’ve been missing. Learn more and participate in the mission at abortionworker.com. In this episode of Abby Johnson Unscripted, Abby shares her journey from working at Planned Parenthood to becoming a pro-life advocate. The conversation delves into her childhood aspirations, the impact of personality traits in the abortion industry, and the complexities of crisis situations. Abby discusses the effective recruitment tactics of Planned Parenthood and the often misplaced compassion that leads to viewing women as victims rather than addressing the root issues. Real stories from women in crisis reveal the disconnect between perceived compassion and actual care in the abortion industry. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the challenges faced by pregnancy centers in managing complex cases of women seeking help. They emphasize the need for comprehensive case management to address the underlying issues that lead women to consider abortion. The importance of truth in counseling is highlighted, as well as the recruitment strategies used by organizations like Planned Parenthood. The conversation concludes with reflections on the narrative surrounding women in abortion clinics and the need for a more supportive approach.

I've spent years telling pieces of my story: my time at Planned Parenthood, my decision to quit, the healing that came after. But there's more I haven't said out loud — the doubts I still wrestle with, the faith that carries me through, and what life actually looks like on the other side of the abortion industry. So, I'm starting something new. No script. No talking points. Just me, telling you the truth. Introducing Unscripted. New episodes every Tuesday coming soon.

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 imprisonment that tested everything he believed. Through a sister’s memories, Élisabeth shares the hidden moments behind the public figure, revealing a story shaped by loss, courage, and a faith that refused to fade — even in the darkest places. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

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 how a daughter came to understand the profound meaning of her very existence. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

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 importance of truth, and how healing is possible—even after trust is broken. This conversation offers hope, warning, and encouragement for couples navigating pain in silence. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

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, Chelsey reflects on what it means to be an IVF “success story,” the embryos who never get that chance, and why conversations about reproductive technology must include truth, dignity, and the value of every human life. This is a testimony that challenges the culture — and invites listeners to think more deeply about life, choice, and responsibility. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

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. She recounts the lack of medical standards, the profit-driven culture, and the ways women were treated when no one was watching — realities she says are not isolated incidents, but widespread and protected. This conversation explores how the abortion industry recruits, silences, and shields itself from accountability, even when women are harmed. Noemi also reflects on the moment that shattered her justifications, the guilt of complicity, and why she ultimately chose to walk away and speak out. This episode is difficult, necessary, and deeply revealing — a testimony that has become a call for truth, accountability, and genuine care for women. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

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 to Planned Parenthood. This  episode highlights the importance of creating spaces where girls can grow in faith, integrity, and purpose, grounded in biblical values. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

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 a mission: advocating for women impacted by abortion and calling attention to the systems that often fail to protect the most vulnerable. Together, Abby and Serena discuss how personal pain became purposeful advocacy, the growing need for abortion recovery support, and why accountability, compassion, and truth must be part of the broader conversation.  This conversation is raw, honest, and necessary — shedding light on stories rarely told, the long-term consequences of abortion, and the path toward truth, healing, and restoration. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

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 freedom to her life. Together, Abby and Kim explore why so many young people today feel disconnected, why authentic affection has become so misunderstood, and how culture often sexualizes even healthy forms of love. They discuss the importance of community, healing from past hurts, and rediscovering the difference between closeness and sexualization in a world that confuses the two. It’s an honest, compassionate conversation about what it means to be created for relationship—with God and with one another—and how rediscovering healthy intimacy can transform the heart. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

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 and worth of every life, no matter the circumstance. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter