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- 6 days ago37 min
Why a Black Conservative Woman Is Challenging Illinois’ Political Status Quo (IFS #477)
Most grassroots candidates overlook the power of faith and boldness—Stephanie Trussell refuses to hold back. Running for Illinois State Representative, she shares how divine calling, unwavering faith, and connecting with her community are fueling her fight to restore Illinois’ values. In a political landscape dominated by elitism and neglect, Stephanie reveals her heartfelt journey from a nomination as lieutenant governor candidate to knocking on doors in a deeply blue district. She talks about the importance of standing firm on pro-life and pro-family principles, and how she leverages her Christian beliefs to challenge entrenched liberal policies—from high taxes and unsafe cities to woke school mandates.… Continue Reading
- 2 weeks ago30 min
Investigation Specialist Analyzes How Illinois is Taking Control Away From Parents (IFS #476)
In this conversation with our Investigation Specialist, Thomas Hampson, we dismantle the legislation pending in the IL General Assembly that aims to undermine your say as a parent when it comes to medicating your child’s “mental health” problems. To follow Thomas Hampson’s work, click here.… Continue Reading
- 3 weeks ago38 min
Empowering Women: The Mission of Pregnancy Centers (IFS #475)
Most women never realize how profoundly ultrasound images can sway their “no” to “yes” — but Elmie Patton reveals the life-changing moments that happen when women see their baby for the first time. From delicate heartbeat flickers to tiny gestational growth, she shares touching success stories that remind us: seeing is believing, and life is a miracle worth defending. Elmie Patton is the Executive Director of First Step Women’s Center in Springfield, Illinois, known for her heartfelt advocacy and innovative approach to saving lives through ultrasound technology and community engagement.… Continue Reading
- 4 weeks ago31 min
The Shocking Truth: What Illinois’ Latest Mental Health Bill Means For Your Children’s Future (IFS #474)
As state legislatures push to expand government control over parenting and education, parents are waking up to a dangerous agenda rooted in indoctrination, financial greed, and the erosion of parental rights. Shannon Adcock, executive director of Awake Illinois, reveals how bills like Senate Bill 3138 threaten to turn schools into hubs for mental health screening, bypassing parental consent, and pushing controversial gender identity policies—without parents even knowing. You’ll learn how existing programs are already infiltrating K-12 classrooms and healthcare settings—raising billions in state and Medicaid dollars while putting vulnerable children at risk.… Continue Reading
- Apr 14, 202638 min
The Fight For Your Kids’ Mind: HB 4966 (IFS #473)
In Illinois, the fight over legislation like House Bill 4966 — which aims to expand the Department of Children and Family Services and restrict counseling for youth with gender confusion — is fierce. Why does it matter? Because these laws impact vulnerable kids caught in broken systems. Here’s the thing: Bills like these expose the political tug-of-war over morality, safety, and parental rights. And with the Supreme Court’s recent decisions, the landscape for these debates is shifting even more.… Continue Reading
- Apr 7, 202633 min
From Slumber to Revival: The 50-Day Prayer Movement That Could Reshape Illinois (IFS #472)
Pastor Caesar LeFlore and Bishop Arthur Geis reveal how a unified, intentional move of prayer can activate divine power to break darkness and ignite revival across Illinois and beyond. You’ll learn how Project 2026, a bold initiative to mobilize one million intercessors from Passover to Pentecost, aims to recalibrate our spiritual landscape. Get ready to see how our collective prayer can stir the rivers of God’s life-giving power to flood our land with revival. Bishop Arthur Geis is a renowned Bible teacher, pastor, prayer advocate, and the visionary behind Project 2026—an initiative to unite the church in prayer for spiritual awakening and revival.… Continue Reading
- Apr 1, 202622 min
“Will My Muslim Neighbor Turn Against Me?” | The Truth About Jihad With Annie Cyrus (IFS #471)
Aynaz “Anni” Cyrus is an Iranian-American investigative author and national security voice focused on the ideological and psychological strategies of Islamism and political Islam in the West. Her work examines how movements, institutions, and state actors deploy religious doctrine, narrative warfare, and moral inversion to influence Western policy, culture, and security. In this episode she talks with Jenna Smith of IFI about the war in her homeland, Iran, the threat of radicalized muslim sleeper cells, and her latest work: “The Architecture of Jihad” which you can purchase now on Amazon!… Continue Reading
- Mar 24, 202639 min
The Hidden Crisis of Surrogacy and Child Trafficking | Katy Faust (IFS #470)
Katy Faust is founder of Them Before Us, a foundation with one goal in mind: to protect the right of a child to their mother and father. She joins Dave Smith and Alyssa Sonnenburg on Spotlight for this episode regarding her new campaign, titled Greater Than. This is an episode you do not want to miss. For decades, science shows children do better when raised by their married mom and dad — a safe, low-conflict home that nurtures development and trust.… Continue Reading
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