NC Family's Family Policy Matters
545 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★ - 12 ratingsFamily Policy Matters is a weekly podcast and radio show produced by the North Carolina Family Policy Council. Each week, our host, Traci DeVette Griggs, welcomes leaders from across the state and nation to discuss topics related to faith, family, and life in North Carolina.
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Religious Liberty Attacks on the Rise in America
October 09, 2017 16:50 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBThis week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family President John L. Rustin speaks with Kelly Shackleford, President and CEO of First Liberty Institute, the nation’s largest legal organization dedicated exclusively to protecting religious freedom for all Americans. They discuss crisis of religious liberty in America today, demonstrated by a new report documenting the rise in the number and severity of attacks on religion across our nation.
Embracing the Messiness of Parenthood
October 02, 2017 16:33 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBThis week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family President John L. Rustin speaks with Paul Asay, an award-winning journalist who currently serves as senior associate editor at Plugged In. They discuss his new book, When Parenting Isn’t Perfect, which he co-wrote with Focus on the Family president Jim Daly, to encourage parents to embrace the messiness of parenthood and to show grace to children.
Religious Freedom in Education Can Change America
September 25, 2017 16:01 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBThis week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family President John L. Rustin speaks with Justin Butterfield, Director of Research and Education for First Liberty Institute, which is the nation’s largest legal organization dedicated exclusively to protecting religious freedom. They discuss what students, parents and educators need to know about their religious liberty rights at school.
The Often Unidentified Problem Of Sex Trafficking Of Boys
September 18, 2017 18:37 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBNC Family Pastor Outreach Director Thomas Graham speaks with Chris and Anna Smith, Co-Founders of Restore One Ministry in this month's “Focus on Faith” segment. They discuss Restore One, a ministry that offers faith-based residential recovery programs, free of cost, to American boys who are survivors of sex trafficking.
Classical Education: What and Why
September 11, 2017 17:55 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MBThis week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family President John L. Rustin continues a discussion with Brett Kunkle, co-author—along with the Colson Center’s John Stonestreet—of a new book entitled, A Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today’s World. They discuss the new book, which seeks to help young people successfully navigate today’s complex culture while staying focused on those thing that are truly important and that have an eternal significance.
Saved From The World And For The World
September 06, 2017 21:09 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MBThis week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family President John L. Rustin speaks with Brett Kunkle, co-author—along with the Colson Center’s John Stonestreet—of a new book entitled, “A Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today’s World.” They discuss the new book, which seeks to help young people successfully navigate today’s complex culture while staying focused on those thing that are truly important and that have an eternal significance.
Divorce’s Echo
August 31, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MBLeila Miller talks about her new book, Primal Loss: The Now-Adult Children of Divorce Speak.
New Evidence: The Success Sequence Works
August 24, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MBDr. Brad Wilcox, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Family Studies, discusses “the millennial success sequence,” a specific sequence of life events, including marriage and children, which helps to prepare and position young adults to experience greater stability and success later in life.
Count The Cost Of Speaking Out
August 17, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBNC Family Pastor Outreach Director Thomas Graham speaks with Dr. Kenyn Cureton, Vice President of Church Ministries at the Family Research Council, in our monthly “Focus on Faith” segment. They discuss Dr. Cureton’s personal story and encouraging pieces of wisdom about how Christians can and should engage in the culture.
A Return To A Sanctity Of Life Ethic In Medical Care
August 10, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBDr. Marty McCaffrey, a clinical professor in neonatal and perinatal medicine at UNC Chapel Hill, and Director of the Perinatal Quality Collaborative of North Carolina talks about the current trends in regards to a sanctity of life ethic in medical care.
Want To See The Future Of Nationalized Health Care? Look To England
August 03, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBDr. Marty McCaffrey, a clinical professor in neonatal and perinatal medicine at UNC Chapel Hill, and Director of the Perinatal Quality Collaborative of North Carolina discusses the current trends in regards to a sanctity of life ethic in medical care.
Religious Liberty: Understanding The Arguments Of The Other Side
July 28, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBRyan Anderson, Simon Senior Research Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, talks about his new book Debating Religious Liberty and Discrimination, as well as, the intersection between religious liberty and discrimination.
NC Family Announces Exciting Focus On Faith Edition Of Radio Show
July 20, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBThomas Graham, Pastor Outreach Director at the North Carolina Family Policy Council, discusses a new addition to the Family Policy Matters radio program that will be taking a closer look at the intersection of faith and cultural engagement. Thomas, who will be hosting the segment, is joining us to introduce the segment and himself.
A Fast Track To Spiraling Craziness
July 06, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBDr. Meg Meeker, a pediatrician with 30 years of experience in pediatric and adolescent medicine and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics discusses transgenderism, transgender bathroom policy, and how the growing acceptance of this form of identity among some is putting the rights, development and wellbeing of some of our children and families at risk.
Modern Thinking About Transgender Issues Not Supported By Science
June 29, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBDr. Meg Meeker, a pediatrician with 30 years of experience in pediatric and adolescent medicine and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics discusses transgenderism, transgender bathroom policy, and how the growing acceptance of this form of identity among some is putting the rights, development and wellbeing of some of our children and families at risk.
A Crisis Of Trust
June 22, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBAmber Lapp, a research fellow at the Institute for Family Studies, talks about a “crisis of trust” among younger generations that is hindering younger adults from committing to marriage and family life.
The Battle Rages On For Pro-Life Policy In Our Nation’s Capital
June 15, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBDavid Christensen, Vice President for Government Affairs with the Family Research Council in Washington, D.C. discusses a number of pro-life initiatives that are making their way through the U.S. Congress and the Executive Branch in our nation’s capitol.
A Countercultural Template For Being A Good Father
June 08, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBDr. Gregory Popcak, an internationally known marriage and family expert, radio host, and author of more than 20 books, discusses the importance of fatherhood, and some practical ways for men to understand the love of God and then apply that love to being a better father.
The Porn Myth Debunked
June 02, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBMatt Fradd, a best selling author and popular speaker about his newest book, The Porn Myth talks about the response to the commonly held belief that pornography is harmless or even potentially beneficial to society.
Protecting Free Speech On College Campuses
May 25, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBMike Adams, a criminology professor at UNC-Wilmington and nationally syndicated columnist for Townhall.com, speaks about the current state of free speech on college and university campuses.
Learn How To Spot Human Trafficking In NC
May 18, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBCourtney Dunkerton, Executive Director of Alamance For Freedom, speaks about the status of human trafficking in North Carolina.
Religious Liberty Has Its Roots In The Bible
May 11, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MBAndrew Walker, Director of Policy Studies at the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) of the Southern Baptist Convention, discusses a new small group study on religious liberty produced by the ERLC.
The Loss Of Culture In America
May 04, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBProfessor Anthony Esolen, who teaches Renaissance Literature and the Development of Western Civilization at Providence College, talks about the restoration of American culture.
Constitution 101: Free Online Course Available Now
April 27, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBJon Lewis, Senior Manager of Direct Response Marketing at Hillsdale College, talks about a free opportunity to learn more about the U.S. Constitution and the founding of our nation.
A Foster Care Crisis: Reaching Out To The Least Of These
April 20, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBDr. Michael Blackwell, president of the Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina, talks about a current foster care crisis in North Carolina.
Banding Together To Beat Back Opioid Epidemic In NC
April 13, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBDr. Greg Murphy, a State Representative, physician, and surgeon from Greenville, N.C., talks about the opioid epidemic and what the North Carolina General Assembly is doing to combat it.
A Child’s Conscience Is Best Protection Against Porn
April 06, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBDr. Thomas Lickona, a developmental psychologist and professor of education at the State University of New York at Cortland, speaks about strategies for battling pornography in our homes and classrooms.
For Your Reward Is Great In Heaven—Part 2
March 30, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBPart 2 of an inspiring speech by David and Jason Benham, courageous twins who are nationally recognized for their advocacy on critical family policy issues and dynamic communication style. The message was delivered at NC Family’s Major Speakers Series in Greenville, N.C., on March 13.
For Your Reward Is Great In Heaven
March 23, 2017 16:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBAn inspiring speech by David and Jason Benham, courageous twins are nationally recognized for their advocacy on critical family policy issues and dynamic communication style. The message was delivered at NC Family’s Major Speakers Series in Greenville, N.C., on March 13.
HB2 Still A Common Sense Law, Despite Continued Misinformation
March 16, 2017 16:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBJere Royall, Counsel and Director of Community Impact at NC Family, speaks about some common misconceptions and recent developments concerning House Bill 2.
Family Structure Equality For Children
March 09, 2017 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBJennifer Johnson, Associate Director of the Ruth Institute, speaks about her new book “Marriage and Equality: How Natural Marriage Upholds the Ideal of Equality… for Children.”
An Insider’s View On Big Cases Before The U.S. Supreme Court
March 02, 2017 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBDavid Cortman, Senior Counsel & Vice President of U.S. Litigation at Alliance Defending Freedom, speaks about President Trump’s nominee to fill the seat of late Justice Antonin Scalia on the United States Supreme Court, as well as some of the most important cases related to religious liberty on which the court is likely to rule or to take up in the near future.
HB2 Still A Commonsense Law, Despite Continued Misinformation, Part 2
February 23, 2017 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBJere Royall, Counsel and Director of Community Impact at NC Family, in part 2 of the conversation about some common misconceptions and recent developments concerning House Bill 2.
HB2 Still A Common Sense Law, Despite Continued Misinformation
February 16, 2017 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MBJere Royall, Counsel and Director of Community Impact at NC Family, speaks about some common misconceptions and recent developments concerning House Bill 2.
Third Party Reproduction
February 09, 2017 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBJennifer Lahl, Founder and President of The Center for Bioethics and Culture Network, talks about the scientific and political aspects of third party reproduction and the inherent risks associated with these practices.
Skip Stam Recounts Pro-Life Successes & Challenges In North Carolina
February 02, 2017 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBFormer North Carolina State Representative, Paul “Skip” Stam, talks about the current status of pro-life laws and policies in our state.
Hearing From Home Has Major Impact On Lawmakers
January 26, 2017 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBJere Royall, Director of Community Impact and Counsel at NC Family, speaks about the upcoming legislative session, the lawmaking process, and how citizens can get involved.
Frightening Developments For The Abortion Pill
January 19, 2017 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBMelinda Delahoyde, President of Gateway Pregnancy Center in Raleigh, speaks about some frightening developments in regard to abortion pills and the push to make them easily accessible to younger and younger girls.
The Changing Face Of Crisis Pregnancy Centers
January 12, 2017 17:00 - 20 minutes - 9.56 MBMelinda Delahoyde, formerly with Care Net and now President of Gateway pregnancy center in Raleigh talks about important trends in pregnancy care centers over the past decade and how you can get involved.
Get Equipped Now To Speak Up For Religious Freedom In Your Schools!
January 05, 2017 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBEric Buehrer, President of Gateways to Better Education talks about a great new opportunity here in North Carolina for parents, teachers, school leaders, and churches to learn about and promote religious freedom in their local schools.
And Baby Makes 12! Part 2
December 22, 2016 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBIn part two of a two-part show, Tony and Lesley Biller talk about their unique family and the path the Lord has been leading them on to bring them to this place in their lives.
And Baby Makes 12!
December 15, 2016 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBTony and Lesley Biller discuss their unique family and the path the Lord has been leading them on to bring them to this place in their lives.
Euthanasia And Assisted Suicide Shows Collapse Of Medical Ethics
December 08, 2016 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBNC Family President John L. Rustin speaks with Wesley Smith, Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute’s Center on Human Exceptionalism, for part 2 of our series about the dangers of assisted suicide and the growing success of efforts to legalize it across the United States.
Euthanasia And Assisted Suicide Devalue All Life
December 01, 2016 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBNC Family President John L. Rustin speaks with Wesley Smith, Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute’s Center on Human Exceptionalism, about the dangers of assisted suicide and the growing success of efforts to legalize it across the United States.
Legalizing Marijuana Defies Reason
November 25, 2016 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MBThis week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family President John Rustin sits down with Dr. Michelle Cretella, President of the American College of Pediatricians. Dr. Cretella shares her insights into the push to legalize marijuana, and why such legalization is dangerous for individuals and families across the nation.
You Can Impact Public Policy On The Local Level!
November 17, 2016 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBNC Family Communications Director Traci Griggs speaks with Joe Werrell, a community activist, about recent effort by the organization called ShiftNC to take over sex education in Onslow County and what he and his organization did to rebuff it.
New Educational Resource For Christian Parents On Transgenderism
November 10, 2016 17:00 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MBNC Family President John L. Rustin speaks with Peter Sprigg with Family Research Council about a new resource they created to help parents navigate the increasingly public transgender movement we’re seeing in today’s culture.
A Great Civilizational Change
November 03, 2016 16:00 - 14 minutes - 20.6 MBNC Family President John L. Rustin speaks with Mary Eberstadt, Author of the new book, It’s Dangerous to Believe: Religious Freedom and Its Enemies, which examines the rise of intolerance against Christians in our culture and why this is not only wrong, but potentially disastrous for the future of our nation.
Biblical Support For Influencing Government For Good
October 20, 2016 16:00 - 14 minutes - 20.6 MBNC Family President John L. Rustin speaks with Thomas Graham, NC Family’s Pastor Outreach Director, about why it is so important for Christians, pastors and churches to engage in the political process.
Changing Culture One Student At A Time
October 13, 2016 16:00 - 14 minutes - 20.7 MBNC Family President John L. Rustin talks with Kristan Hawkins, President of Students For Life of America, the nation’s largest youth pro-life organization that has helped establish over 1,000 student pro-life groups. They discuss a growing pro-life sentiment among millennials and what you can do to help the pro-life movement.