Off The Bench with Heidi St. John

Heidi St. John

Author and Speaker, Heidi St. John discusses life at the intersection of faith and culture. Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/heidistjohn/support">https://anchor.fm/heidistjohn/support</a>

  • 38 minutes 29 seconds
    Gender Confusion Didn’t Just Happen with Dr. Kathy Koch and Dr. Jeff Myers

    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.


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    24 March 2026, 4:31 am
  • 28 minutes 16 seconds
    Fan Mail Friday: You Feel Like You’re Failing But You’re Not

    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.


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    20 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 52 minutes 15 seconds
    When Truth Is Rejected, Children Pay the Price with Katy Faust

    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. It’s about our kids. It’s about whether we’re willing to stand up, know what we believe, and lead our families in a culture that’s losing its way.

    Parents, this is your wake up call.

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    18 March 2026, 2:20 pm
  • 44 minutes 45 seconds
    Lawlessness, Lies, and the Fight for Oregon with Dave Medina

    Oregon is facing lawlessness, failing schools, sanctuary policies, and leadership that seems determined to push the state further into chaos. Today Heidi is joined by grassroots activist and Oregon gubernatorial candidate Dave Medina to talk about the spiritual battle behind politics and why Christians must stop sitting on the sidelines. The fight for the Pacific Northwest isn’t just political, it’s deeply spiritual.

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    16 March 2026, 5:30 pm
  • 44 minutes 50 seconds
    Iran, Discernment, and Fan Mail Friday

    Before diving into your questions, I take a few minutes to talk about what’s happening in Iran and why Christians need to look at it through the lens of Scripture, history, and plain old common sense. Then it’s Fan Mail Friday, and I’m answering your questions about the Epstein files, protecting our kids, homeschooling, and raising children who will stand firm in their faith in a culture that seems determined to lose its mind.

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    13 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 44 minutes
    Crisis in the Public Schools: The Kids Are Not Okay

    Across the country, students are walking out of class to protest ICE and immigration enforcement but the real issue isn’t free speech. The bigger question is why taxpayer-funded schools are becoming staging grounds for political activism.

    Today I’m talking about what these walkouts reveal about the state of public education, who’s influencing our kids, and why parents need to start paying attention. If education isn’t neutral—and it isn’t—then we need to be asking who is shaping the worldview of the next generation.

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    11 March 2026, 1:34 pm
  • 56 minutes 1 second
    Christians, Conspiracies, and Chaos with Frank Turek

    We’re living in an age of information overload—and confusion. In this episode, Frank Turek joins me for an honest conversation about the growing lack of discernment among Christians, the rise of conspiracy culture online, and why truth still matters in a world full of noise. We talk about the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s murder, the danger of slander and speculation in the church, and the spiritual warfare behind lies, gossip, and division. We also discuss what’s happening in the Middle East, the importance of thinking biblically about government and culture, and why Christians must stay grounded in God’s Word in chaotic times.

    This is a timely conversation about truth, discernment, and the responsibility believers have to stand firm in a culture that’s losing its grip on both.

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    9 March 2026, 10:00 am
  • 44 minutes
    The GLP-1 Explosion: Truth Behind the Hype

    GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and semaglutide are everywhere right now and so is the fear surrounding them. Are they dangerous? Are they a breakthrough? And why is the internet so divided?

    Today I’m joined by Drs. Mark and Michele Sherwood from the Functional Medical Institute to talk honestly about what GLP-1s actually do, who they’re designed to help, and why so much of the conversation online is driven by hype and fear instead of facts.

    We also dive into ketones, blood sugar and mood swings in kids, snoring and sleep apnea, hormones for men in their 40s, cold plunges and saunas, and why so many people are struggling with anxiety right now. Most importantly, we talk about how to become “hope dealers” in a culture that profits from fear.

    If you’re looking for clear thinking, practical health wisdom, and encouragement in a noisy world, this episode is for you.

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    6 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 38 minutes 36 seconds
    Shepherds in the Storm: Israel, the Church &amp; Discernment with Pastor Gary Hamrick

    Today I’m continuing my Bold Pastor Series: Shepherds in the Storm with Pastor Gary Hamrick from Cornerstone Chapel. We’re talking about Israel, the headlines that won’t stop coming, and what biblical discernment and civic engagement should actually look like for Christians right now. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or confused, this conversation will help get you grounded back in God’s Word and back to peace.


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    4 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    Forgiveness in the Face of Tragedy with Gary and Mari Malychewski and author, Shirley Mozena

    Today we’re talking about grief, loss, and the power of forgiveness.

    Gary and Mari Malychewski share the story of their daughter Hannah, who was killed in a tragic accident just days before Christmas. In the middle of unimaginable heartbreak, Gary made a choice that would shape the rest of their healing journey—he chose to forgive.

    This is a tender conversation about suffering, marriage, faith, and the God who meets us in the darkest places. If you’re grieving—or walking alongside someone who is—I pray this episode reminds you that you are not alone.

    📖 Remembering Hannah: A Journey Through Loss and Hope is available on Amazon.


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    2 March 2026, 11:00 am
  • 45 minutes 25 seconds
    Australia, Freedom &amp; A Gospel Reset

    I’m back from Australia—and what I saw both inspired and sobered me.

    On the Gospel Reset tour with Ken Ham and Barry Wilmore, I witnessed a beautiful nation that has quietly surrendered freedoms through passivity. Cameras everywhere. Speech limitations. Christian schools using secular curriculum.

    It was a powerful reminder: freedom is fragile—and the reset begins in Genesis.

    Let’s talk about why this matters for your family and how we stand boldly at the intersection of faith and culture.

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    27 February 2026, 12:04 pm
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