The Family Matters Podcast

Part 2: Becoming a Lawyer at the height of WOKE Culture — “You’re Not Allowed to Say That”

Part 2: Becoming a Lawyer in Today’s Woke Culture — “You’re Not Allowed to Say That” | Trevor Funseth After technical difficulties cut short our first conversation with Trevor Funseth, he joined us again to share much of what was lost from that original discussion. In this episode, Trevor opens up about becoming a lawyer at the height of woke culture, navigating law school and public discourse in an increasingly hostile ideological climate, and why young people are searching for truth and stability in a chaotic world. We also discuss housing affordability, the pro-life movement, free speech, and the importance of speaking clearly and courageously to the next generation.

What Does the Bible Say About Abortion? 43% to 53% of Regular Churchgoers Identify as Pro-Life

When Samuel Green was just seven years old, he first learned what abortion was. From that moment on, God placed a burden on his heart to help end it. That calling shaped the course of his entire life. Today, Samuel serves as the founder and president of Reason for Life [https://www.reasonforlife.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com], a ministry dedicated to educating Christians on the sanctity of human life and equipping them to defend the unborn with truth, compassion, and conviction. Before founding Reason for Life, Samuel worked at Alliance Defending Freedom [https://adflegal.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com], where he defended religious liberty, free speech, and the sanctity of life in major legal battles, including work connected to the overturn of Roe V. Wade. Samuel joined our show to discuss what the Bible says about abortion, why the pro-life worldview matters, and how Christians can speak about life with both courage and clarity.

The Fight for Homeschool Freedom with Michael Farris

In this episode of the Family Matters Podcast, Derek sits down with Michael Farris, former CEO of ADF, founder of the Homeschool Legal Defense Association, and Chancellor of Patrick Henry College, to discuss the growing fight for homeschool freedom in America. Whether you homeschool, attend public school, private school, or are simply concerned about the future of the next generation, this conversation is an important reminder that parents must stay actively involved in shepherding and guiding their children in a world constantly competing for their attention, values, and beliefs.

Knights, Kingdoms, and Christ With Chuck Black

We had the honor of sitting down with bestselling author Chuck Black, known for his powerful allegorical series including Kingdom’s Edge. His stories have shaped how many families and young readers understand faith, courage, and truth through the lens of knights, kingdoms, and spiritual battle.In this episode of the Family Matters Podcast, Chuck shares the deeper meaning behind his writing, the inspiration for his stories, and why storytelling still matters in shaping the next generation. We also talk about raising kids in today’s culture, the role of imagination in faith, and what it looks like to live with conviction in a world that often pushes back.If you’ve read his books, or want to understand why they’ve impacted so many, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Why So Many Families Are Leaving Public School (and what happens next) - Featuring Heidi St. John

Heidi St. John, best selling author, speaker, and founder of MomStrong International, joined us on the Family Matters Podcast during the Montana Homeschool Convention. A longtime homeschool advocate and mother of seven, Heidi has spent decades equipping parents to take an active role in their children’s education and stand firm in their values. We had a thoughtful conversation about the state of education, parental responsibility, and why so many families are choosing a different path.