The OBservations Podcast
An Open Conversation About Women's Health
Episodes
134 episodes
How Misinformation About Abortion Became Medical Orthodoxy, ft. Dr. Calum Miller
Pro-life laws are not what put women at risk - misinformation does. Dr. Callum Miller breaks down the medical, legal, and ethical arguments behind abortion policy, and why the most alarming claims about miscarriage care, ectopic pregnancy, and ...
Them Before Us: The Fight for Our Children, ft. Katy Faust
Children's rights advocate and Them Before Us founder Katy Faust joins Dr. Christina Francis to discuss why children should be at the center of every conversation about marriage and family. Together, they explore the ethical implications of sur...
Mailbag Episode: Doctors Answer Your Biggest Questions About Miscarriage, Ectopic Pregnancy, and Abortion
In this mailbag episode of OBservations, we answer follower questions on some of the most commonly misunderstood topics in pro-life OB-GYN care. Dr. Christina Francis and Dr. Susan Bane join Jordan Butler to discuss miscarriage management, ecto...
The Profound Impact of Faith and Healthcare Connecting, ft. Dr. Mike Chupp
Somewhere along the way, healthcare became disconnected from faith, but Dr. Mike Chupp believes that faith and healthcare are crucially connected. In this episode of OBservations, Dr. Susan Bane interviews Dr. Mike Chupp, CEO of th...
The Surprising Link Between Coffee Beans and Preborn Life
Most companies overlook the profound impact of aligning their mission with their products. Anton Krecic, founder of Seven Weeks Coffee, reveals how turning a simple morning ritual, a cup of coffee, into a tool for pro-life advocacy has fueled m...
The Science or Silence? Medical Student Speaks Out on Abortion and Gender-Affirming Bias
Alex Fisher, a first-year med student and Navy Reserve member, joins Dr. Susan Bane to share his experience on the biases shaping his medical education. He reveals specific examples of abortion and gender-affirming bias and a how a culture of s...
The Cost of Speaking Up: An OB-GYN's Story of Courage
What happens when a respected physician publicly shares a pro-life conviction? In this episode of OBservations, host and AAPLOG Chair Dr. Susan Bane sits down with Dr. Hector Chapa to discuss his journey to becoming an OB-G...
Clearing the Confusion: Do Pro-Life Laws STOP Miscarriage & Ectopic Pregnancy Care?
In this special episode of OBservations, Dr. Christina Francis steps out of the interviewer’s seat and into the hot seat as she’s interviewed by her friend and fellow pro-life advocate, Monica Snyder, Executive Director of Secular Pro-...
The Surprising Truth About Abortion and Mental Health Evidence, ft. Dr. Aaron Kheriaty
Most medical schools today are quietly, and sometimes openly, censoring pro-life voices and shaping future doctors with a biased narrative. Dr. Aaron Kheriarty, a psychiatrist and renowned ethicist, exposes how ideology is increasingly replacin...
Doctor Breaks Down Jesse Ridgway’s Justification for Aborting a Child with Down Syndrome
This week’s episode is a rapid response to the troubling story that quickly spread across X (formerly Twitter). YouTuber and social media influencer Jesse Ridgeway publicly shar...
How One Pro-Life OB-GYN Changed the Course of the Abortion Industry
Most people assume effective pro-life activism requires big national efforts or dramatic moments. David Bereit’s story proves that life-changing impact often begins with a single step: prayer, community, and a courageous heart. Dr....
Seeking Truth in the Age of Feeling, featuring Professor Robbie George
Most people still believe that feelings are the ultimate guide to truth, but what if trusting emotions is actually leading us astray? In this powerful keynote address at MBEC 2026, philosopher and public thinker Professor Robert Ge...
How Research Changed OB-GYN Practice: The Long Road from Findings to Guidelines
Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. John Thorp, a revered OB-GYN and educator whose work has shaped obstetrics globally. Discover how his research, mentorship, and faith influence his practice and vision for the future of medicine. ...
ReThink Pregnancy: Taking Back the Cultural Narrative on Pregnancy
Today, we’re talking about an exciting project that we, along with EveryLife, launched this month - ReThink Pregnancy. AAPLOG and EveryLife have partnered together on this campaign to challenge a narrative our culture has been tell...
The Power of Men in the Abortion Decision: Vitae Foundation’s Surprising Findings
Are men really being heard in discussions about abortion? It's time we dive deep into this overlooked role. In our latest conversation, Brandy Meeks, President of Vitae Foundation, discusses Vitae Foundation’s newest research ...
Breaking Down the Legal Battle Over Mail-Order Abortion Drugs
In this episode, Dr. Christina Francis discusses one of the most significant breakthroughs since the Dobbs decision, which is the groundbreaking Fifth Circuit decision to pause mail-in abortion drugs. Joining her to discuss all the intricacies ...
Reaching Gen Z: The 24/7 Nurse Chat Line Saving the Preborn
Most women, including Gen Z, don't realize how dangerous the abortion pill truly is physically and emotionally. Rachel Owen, CEO of Infinite Worth, reveals how a simple chat line is saving lives, exposing the dark side of online abortion access...
Doctor, Heal Thyself: Restoring Truth in Pediatric Care, featuring Dr. Jill Simons
In this episode, Dr. Christina Francis sits down with Dr. Jill Simons, pediatrician and Executive Director of the American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds), to explore the importance of life‑affirming, evidence‑based healthcare for children be...
Transforming Women's Health: Moving into Telehealth to Reach Women
Meet Teresa Rincon, the VP of Clinical Services at PreBorn!, where they’re revolutionizing care in pregnancy centers across the U.S. by integrating telehealth with compassionate support and also a platinum sponsor at MBEC 2026. Fro...
Speak Now or Be Silenced: Why the Hippocratic Oath
In this special episode in honor of Doctor’s Day, we’re coming to you from AAPLOG’s annual MBEC conference with a powerful keynote from Dr. Christina Francis. Dr. Francis takes us on a journey through the history of the Hippocratic ...
IVF, IUDs, PCOS & Real Investigation, with Dr. Monique Ruberu
In part two, Dr. Monique Ruberu dives into PCOS, offering insights into how it can be more accurately diagnosed and effectively treated. She also addresses the ethical and medical concerns surrounding IVF, birth control, IUDs, and other reprodu...
Take Control of Your Health w/NaPro Technology, with Dr. Monique Ruberu
In recent years, many women have become increasingly proactive about their health, particularly when it comes to understanding their reproductive systems. This growing interest has brought attention to various methods of tracking menstrual cycl...
Pulling Back the Curtain on AAPLOG’s Undercover Abortion Pill Video
In this episode, Jordan Butler sits down with Dr. Christina Francis to discuss AAPLOG’s recent and first ever OB GYN going undercover and ordering abortion pills. Through an undercover investigation, she reveals the lack of safeguards in ...
Unplanned to Unplanned Good: Opening the Adoption Conversation
Facing an unplanned pregnancy can be a daunting experience for many women. With emotions running high, the decisions ahead can feel overwhelming. In this post, we delve into the important role of adoption as a viable option, particularly as sha...
When Doctors Heal and Lawyers Appeal: How AAPLOG & ADF Fight for Life
In this episode, Dr. Christina Francis sits down with Erik Baptist from Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) to discuss the vital role of ADF in protecting life and liberty. Erik shares insights into their ongoing legal battles against abortion pil...