What inspired Dallas Jenkins to transform the beloved Christmas book "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" into a movie? What challenges did he encounter while creating The Chosen and bringing this new family film to life? And how does he navigate following God’s will when outcomes don’t align with expectations?

In this episode, I sit down with Dallas Jenkins, creator of The Chosen, to explore his creative journey, the heart behind his latest project, and the faith that drives his work. Join us as we dive into the making of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever and the powerful stories behind his compelling, faith-based content. You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation!

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00:00 - Intro

02:29 - The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

03:51 - "It wrecked me"

07:31 - You created a Christmas classic

10:23 - Hardest scene to film and why?

14:07 - I think I had to be broken down and surrender

16:33 - What does it mean that a movie bombed?

19:05 - 5 Loaves and 2 Fishes

21:58 - Providential Facebook message...

28:38 - When did you feel the call towards filmmaking?

30:56 - How did you actually get started?

33:39 - How to do translate thought into production?

37:11 - How do you identify talent you can trust?

42:36 - How to keep your quality high?

46:43 - Advice for aspiring filmmakers?

47:13 - Focus on quality before success

49:31 - Favorite scene from Best Christmas Pageant Ever?

51:22 - What’s next for Dallas?

How did Gen Z women vote in the recent election? Are we witnessing a shift toward conservative values among young people? On today’s podcast, I’m joined by Isabel Brown ( @theisabelbrown) —author, cultural commentator, and advocate for free-thinking youth. Together, we explore why the liberal narrative framing abortion as empowering failed to resonate as expected this election cycle.

We also discuss the millions spent on woke celebrity endorsements that missed the mark, signaling that young people are beginning to reject the mainstream culture’s hollow propaganda. Join Isabel and me as we examine the cultural shift and reflect on the setbacks faced by leftism's poisonous ideologies. While there's still much work to do, this election dealt a blow to "woke" culture—something worth celebrating.

Looking ahead, we dive into the next phase of the movement: reshaping the conversation and building a culture where abortion becomes unthinkable. Don’t miss this vital discussion!

Looking ahead, we dive into the next phase of the movement: reshaping the conversation and building a culture where abortion becomes unthinkable. Don’t miss this vital discussion!

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Timestamps:

00:00 -Intro

00:29 - Welcome, Isabel

01:55 - What are your takeaways from the election?

06:06 - Do you think the Harris campaign backfired?

08:46 - Kamala was uniquely bad; Trump scandals

09:46 - What is your take on overall trends?

13:15 - Younger voters are becoming more conservative

15:13 - Conservative is practical ideology

17:36 - Young voters experienced COVID

25:22 - Pro-Social Media

26:49 - Gen Z wants real and messy

32:27 - 4B movement

36:19 - New baby boom?

Are women oppressed in the West, particularly the United States? Is the new presidency going to take away basic human rights from women? Is the new 4B movement based on correct principles? Today I talk about the real plague that is causing so many women to suffer - the lost feminine identity and poor relationships with others. While I support one tenant of the 4B movement (no sex to men you’re not married to!), the overall sentiment is cynical and flawed. In this video I offer some alternatives to restoring peace and hope to men and women alike!

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*Economics of Sex video: https://youtu.be/cO1ifNaNABY?feature=shared

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Time Stamps:

00:00 - Intro

06:37 - 4B Movement

09:41 - Womanhood is not…

11:16 - Makeup is not necessary!

16:18 - Are American women oppressed?

19:56 - Economy of Sex

24:16 - Women’s rights globally

26:00 - What has the feminist movement become?

27:39 - Map of Women’s Rights Across the World

28:04 - Conclusion

What’s driving the post-COVID surge in Christianity among Gen Z and young men? And why are influential figures like Jordan Peterson and Russell Brand turning to the faith? In today’s episode, Ruslan and I unpack the power of Christian unity to combat evil and strengthen our society. 

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Time Stamps

00:00 - Intro

01:50 - Do you think there is a mass movement towards Christianity?

02:41 - Why are influencers converting?

03:45 - Jordan Peterson’s new book

09:15 - Russell Brand

24:01 - We cannot judge people’s hearts

26:33 - Lila: Seeing many conversions

30:06 - Lila: After I became Catholic...

32:00 - "Mass was really dry"

33:40 - Christian unity

38:22 - Ruslan: I want a simplistic Gospel faith

45:21 - Lila: What Protestants are doing well

Kendra lost her husband of 21 years to cancer, leaving her a widow with 10 children. Despite the overwhelming grief, she found peace and eventually remarried. How did she navigate such profound loss? How did she come to understand her husband's death as part of God’s plan? And what was it like to open her heart to love again? In today’s episode of the Lila Rose Show, I sit down with Kendra to discuss how she found healing by surrendering to God's will. ♥Join us for this moving discussion! 

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Watch the first episode: https://youtu.be/JBK6sPjaHTg

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:53 - What does finding love after death look like?

00:08:05 - Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence

00:25:38 - Unexpected joys of finding love after loss

00:28:51 - Advice for people experiencing loss

00:33:33 - We want detachment even from good things

00:35:45 - What’s it like blending families?

00:48:44 - John was married before

00:49:42 - Divorce vs Annulment

01:06:06 - God’s not giving us the grace for another's shoes

01:09:27 - How has your work changed?

01:13:06 - Praying for the dead?

Join me and my friend Ruslan KD as we analyze Trump’s victory in this pivotal election. We'll share our reactions, analyze fascinating demographic shifts, and explore the potential impact on key social issues like the economy, gender ideology, abortion, marriage, and faith.

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Are people “born gay”? What do science, psychology and the Church tell us about the origins of same-sex attractions? Is there hope for men and women who are struggling with unwanted same sex attractions? Today I sit down with Michael Gasparro, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. We discuss his personal journey with same-sex attraction and explore the insights and powerful healing stories he's gathered from supporting hundreds of clients. Plus, we discuss what parents can do to  raise sexually healthy children. Join us for this important conversation!

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:03 - Welcome, Michael

00:10:47 - Seven Weeks

00:12:02 - "Conversion Therapy"?

00:17:00 - What is reintegrative therapy?

00:19:36 - How do same-sex attractions originate?

00:22:07 - How much of same-sex attraction is genetic?

00:28:39 - What are some other environmental factors?

00:28:52 - Covenant Eyes

00:30:11 - Promote parenting that reflects, not corrects

00:33:19 - Early sexual exposure and abuse

00:37:16 - What is a “gay child”?

00:46:50 - EMDR is one method

00:49:38 - Define our terms - what is marriage?

00:53:58 - Gay Men and OCD

00:56:45 - Don't minimize spiritual healing

01:00:22 - Prevention is better than treatment

01:03:10 - Sex Education

01:07:54 - False vs True Compassion

01:13:39 - Should someone struggling w/ sexual addiction be in a relationship?

01:15:59 - Priests and same sex attractions?

01:19:01 - Sexual Fluidity is real

01:31:45 - Conclusion

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What was it like to be raised Wiccan? How do practices of the occult indicate the existence of a supernatural reality? What are the flaws in the occult and New Age philosophies and how is Jesus the answer to our deep longing for the unseen? Today I sit down with Nora Jensen, a former Wiccan who looked down on Christians. She shares her supernatural experiences while practicing spells with her parents, which left her with a lingering sense of caution and doubt about her childhood beliefs, ultimately leading her to convert to the Catholic faith. She discusses a mystical experience of receiving God's love during the exchange of peace at Mass and how it changed her life forever.

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00:00 - Intro

02:03 - When were you first exposed to wicca?

05:30 - What does it mean to be a witch or wizard?

11:37 - We Heart Nutrition

13:38 - How people experience demonic oppression

21:49 - Seven Weeks

25:20 - Conversion experience

31:30 - How has God been moving in your life the last 8 years?

32:29 - Movement of tears is the Holy Spirit

32:58 - Crowd Health

41:22 - How has your family taken it?

Today on the show we discuss Harris' pro-abortion Texas rally that featured Beyoncé and Jessica Alba, talk about Eva Mendes' inspiring acting decision to protect her marriage, and much more!

Culture offers competing visions of womanhood, marriage, and motherhood. Recent stories that stood out to me: Jessica Alba and Beyoncé at a Harris rally in Houston, Eva Mendes discussing her important action to , and a thought-provoking tweet from author and professor Catherine Pakaluk, who’ll be on the show soon!

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Should Christians celebrate Halloween? What’s the REAL meaning of “trick or treat”? Are ghosts real? Is praying for the dead biblical? Today exorcist Fr. Ambrose Criste returns to the podcast to talk about the spiritual side of Halloween, spooky stuff and all.

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