How to Talk about Abortion | Bella O'Neill
Brave New Us: Choosing Human in the Age of Biotechnology
They say never discuss religion or politics—no wonder abortion is one of the most divisive issues today. Pope Francis calls it the preeminent moral crisis of our age, yet honest, civil conversation feels nearly impossible.In this episode, Samantha Stephenson sits down with Bella O’Neill, former JFA intern and passionate pro-life advocate, to explore how to engage college campuses with courage, clarity, and compassion. Learn how to speak the truth about abortion without burning bridges—and why love must lead the conversation.Mentioned in this episode: Justice For All Online JFA Training … Now on YouTube! www.youtube.com/@stephensonbioethics For exclusive updates or to support the podcast, sign up for the newsletter at bravenewus.substack.comNow available: Reclaiming Motherhood from a Culture Gone Mad— a mother’s theology of the body
About Podcast
From gene editing and artificial wombs to brain implants and digital immortality—what does it mean to be human in a world trying to remake us?
Brave New Us explores how emerging technologies are reshaping what it means to be human. Hosted by Catholic bioethicist and author Samantha Stephenson, the podcast sits at the crossroads of faith, science, and ethics, featuring expert interviews and incisive commentary on biotechnology, AI, transhumanism, reproductive technologies, human enhancement, and the moral questions they raise.
Whether you're questioning the ethics of cutting-edge science, navigating a rapidly changing technological world, or simply seeking clarity in an age of unprecedented innovation, Brave New Us will help you think critically, live intentionally, and choose what is deeply human.
Samantha Stephenson holds master's degrees in theology and bioethics, served as a Paul Ramsey Fellow at the Center for Bioethics and Culture, and taught for the McGrath Institute at the University of Notre Dame. She is the author of several books helping readers grow in faith and navigate the spiritual and ethical questions shaping our rapidly changing world. In addition to hosting the Brave New Us podcast, Samantha writes the Choosing Human newsletter on Substack where she explores faith, family, and the future of being human. Learn more at www.snstephenson.com.
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