Abby Johnson Unscripted

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Formerly Politely Rude, Abby Johnson Unscripted brings you unfiltered conversations about today's toughest topics, from culture to politics to parenting. Nothing is off the table. No scripts, no fluff, just bold truth from a woman whose incredible conversion story was literally made into a movie, Unplanned.  Abby's unique perspective, witty humor, and exclusive interviews will keep you coming back every week.

  1. 2d ago

    Inside the Mind of Abortion Clinic Workers: The Emotional Toll and Recruiting Process

    Abby Johnson Unscripted is sponsored by Presidio Healthcare, America’s first pro-life, Christian health insurance company. Presidio is committed to healthcare that honors human dignity, protects conscience, and supports families without compromising deeply held values. Learn more at presidiocare.com/abby. In this conversation, Abby Johnson and Karen Herzog delve into the complex mindset of abortion clinic workers, exploring the emotional disconnect and moral struggles faced by those involved in the industry. Abby shares her personal journey, highlighting the recruitment process, the mentality of 'fixing' women's problems through abortion, and the eventual realization of the humanity of the unborn.  The discussion also touches on the societal and personal pressures that shape the identities of those working in abortion clinics, leading to a profound internal conflict regarding their roles and the impact of their actions. In this conversation, Abby and Karen delve into personal experiences and beliefs surrounding abortion, faith, and the disordered nature of relationships within the abortion industry.  They discuss the impact of LGBTQ+ issues on traditional family values and the societal implications of these dynamics. The conversation also touches on motherhood, the pressures faced by women in the abortion clinic, and the stark separation between the choices of pregnancy and abortion.

  2. Sep 1

    From Abortion to Advocacy: Abby Johnson's Journey and Behind the Scenes at Planned Parenthood

    And Then There Were None is a nonprofit ministry that helps abortion workers leave the industry and find the peace, joy, and freedom they’ve been missing. Learn more and participate in the mission at abortionworker.com. In this episode of Abby Johnson Unscripted, Abby shares her journey from working at Planned Parenthood to becoming a pro-life advocate. The conversation delves into her childhood aspirations, the impact of personality traits in the abortion industry, and the complexities of crisis situations. Abby discusses the effective recruitment tactics of Planned Parenthood and the often misplaced compassion that leads to viewing women as victims rather than addressing the root issues. Real stories from women in crisis reveal the disconnect between perceived compassion and actual care in the abortion industry. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the challenges faced by pregnancy centers in managing complex cases of women seeking help. They emphasize the need for comprehensive case management to address the underlying issues that lead women to consider abortion. The importance of truth in counseling is highlighted, as well as the recruitment strategies used by organizations like Planned Parenthood. The conversation concludes with reflections on the narrative surrounding women in abortion clinics and the need for a more supportive approach.

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    Introducing Abby Johnson Unscripted

    I've spent years telling pieces of my story: my time at Planned Parenthood, my decision to quit, the healing that came after. But there's more I haven't said out loud — the doubts I still wrestle with, the faith that carries me through, and what life actually looks like on the other side of the abortion industry. So, I'm starting something new. No script. No talking points. Just me, telling you the truth. Introducing Unscripted. New episodes every Tuesday coming soon.

  4. Feb 5

    From Fragile Beginnings to Unshakable Faith: The Story of a Brother Who Changed Lives in the Darkest Places

    In this deeply moving episode, Abby sits down with Élisabeth Nguyen to hear the personal story of her brother, Cardinal Nguyễn Văn Thuận — a man whose life began as a fragile miracle and grew into a powerful witness of faith. From surviving childhood in a time when many did not, to answering God’s call at just 13 years old, his journey would eventually lead him through war, hardship, and years of imprisonment that tested everything he believed. Through a sister’s memories, Élisabeth shares the hidden moments behind the public figure, revealing a story shaped by loss, courage, and a faith that refused to fade — even in the darkest places. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

  5. Jan 29

    The Life That Almost Wasn’t: Lauren Eden’s Miraculous Story of Faith, Fear, and the Choice That Changed Everything

    Lauren Eden shares a story few could imagine — how her life was almost ended before it began, and how a series of courageous choices, faith, and divine timing changed everything. From her mother’s desperate moments to her father’s relentless determination, this is a story about miracles, forgiveness, and the unseen ways life finds a way. Hear how one family’s faith transformed fear into hope, and how a daughter came to understand the profound meaning of her very existence. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

  6. Jan 22

    How a Hidden Struggle Nearly Destroyed Our Marriage: A Wife’s Story of Betrayal and Healing

    On her 10-year anniversary, Billie Fox learned a truth that shattered everything she believed about her marriage. In this deeply honest episode, Billie shares how her husband’s confession exposed a hidden struggle, forced her to confront betrayal, anger, and forgiveness, and ultimately reshaped their marriage. Together, Abby and Billie discuss the quiet damage pornography causes in families, the importance of truth, and how healing is possible—even after trust is broken. This conversation offers hope, warning, and encouragement for couples navigating pain in silence. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

  7. Jan 15

    An IVF Survivor Speaks: Chelsey Painter Davis on Life, Loss, and Modern Reproductive Ethics

    In this powerful return episode of Politely Rude, Abby Johnson sits down again with Chelsey Painter Davis— known as the viral "blind mom”—for a conversation that goes deeper than ever before. Chelsey shares her powerful and personal story of being conceived through IVF — and why her gratitude for life has led her to ask difficult ethical questions about the fertility industry. In this episode, Chelsey reflects on what it means to be an IVF “success story,” the embryos who never get that chance, and why conversations about reproductive technology must include truth, dignity, and the value of every human life. This is a testimony that challenges the culture — and invites listeners to think more deeply about life, choice, and responsibility. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

  8. Jan 8

    When ‘Women’s Healthcare’ Harms Women: A Nurse Exposes the Reality Inside Abortion Clinics

    In this sobering episode of Politely Rude, Abby is joined by Noemi Padilla, a registered nurse with over 30 years of experience — including four years working inside a high-volume abortion clinic in Tampa, Florida. Noemi shares her firsthand testimony of how she entered the abortion industry believing she was helping women, only to witness systemic neglect, coercion, and abuse behind closed doors. She recounts the lack of medical standards, the profit-driven culture, and the ways women were treated when no one was watching — realities she says are not isolated incidents, but widespread and protected. This conversation explores how the abortion industry recruits, silences, and shields itself from accountability, even when women are harmed. Noemi also reflects on the moment that shattered her justifications, the guilt of complicity, and why she ultimately chose to walk away and speak out. This episode is difficult, necessary, and deeply revealing — a testimony that has become a call for truth, accountability, and genuine care for women. FOLLOW ABBY ON SOCIAL MEDIA - Instagram - Facebook - Twitter

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Formerly Politely Rude, Abby Johnson Unscripted brings you unfiltered conversations about today's toughest topics, from culture to politics to parenting. Nothing is off the table. No scripts, no fluff, just bold truth from a woman whose incredible conversion story was literally made into a movie, Unplanned.  Abby's unique perspective, witty humor, and exclusive interviews will keep you coming back every week.

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