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  • From Atheism To Becoming A Nun: Sister Theresa Aletheia's Story

    From Atheism To Becoming A Nun: Sister Theresa Aletheia's Story
    2025/06/09
    She became an atheist at just fourteen years old due to the suffering she saw in the world and problems she observed within the Catholic Church. Fast forward to now, she's a nun who has fully devoted her life to Christ and her mission: finding God in the midst of misery and providing a safe space for those who have been hurt by members of the Church. Sister Theresa Aletheia Noble, co-creator of Sisters of the Little Way, joins Ben to discuss the epiphany that led her back to her faith, and the practice that landed her on the front page of The New York Times: 'memento mori,' a discipline centered around intentionally thinking about your death in order to ultimately improve the life you live. Follow Benjamin on X: @BenjaminHallFNC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 分
  • Finding Strength Through Chronic Illness

    Finding Strength Through Chronic Illness
    2025/06/02
    Roughly 133 million people in the U.S. struggle with chronic illnesses every day, and yet they're rarely talked about. Struggling with a chronic illness can oftentimes feel isolating when the pain endured is invisible, or when it feels impossible to explain what it's like to live in constant fear that severe pain could be on the horizon. For Tina Medlin, who's been living with Crohn's disease for roughly 30 years, she knew these feelings well. But instead of just accepting them as the norm, she set out to create a community where those with chronic illnesses feel supported, cared for, and heard. Tina discusses how this mission led her to pioneer the Warrior Braids Ministry, a Christ-centered nonprofit that offers resources, support and community to those who live with chronic illnesses. Follow Benjamin on X: @BenjaminHallFNC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 分
  • This Memorial Day, Say Their Names

    This Memorial Day, Say Their Names
    2025/05/26
    Bonnie Carroll was living in Alaska with her husband, Army Brigadier General Tom Carroll, and thought life truly couldn't get better. However, that mindset crumbled when her husband's National Guard plane never landed — killing him and seven of his fellow soldiers in 1992. The grief Bonnie felt after losing the love of her life was insurmountable, but she refused to let this pain settle without finding a way to make it purposeful. This Memorial Day, Bonnie joins Ben to discuss how that call to purpose led her to establish the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors — a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate care and resources to the families grieving a death in the active military or veteran community. She emphasizes the importance of finding meaning in the face of loss, and reminds us that on days like today, we must take a moment to stop, speak the names of the fallen and honor them by never forgetting who they are. Follow Benjamin on X: @BenjaminHallFNC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 分
  • To Save A Child's Life: Dr. Loughlin's Story

    To Save A Child's Life: Dr. Loughlin's Story
    2025/05/19
    What is it like to tell two parents that their child won't live to see their 12th birthday? It's a question nobody wants to know the answer to, and yet is a challenge pediatricians face every day. Recently, after one of his close family members got diagnosed with a brain tumor at just eight-years-old (one that is, thankfully, noncancerous), Ben was struck by the child’s bravery—as well as the calm strength of the pediatricians, who shoulder immense responsibility and yet possess unwavering positivity. Today, Dr. Jerry Loughlin, a renowned expert in pediatric respiratory diseases, joins Ben to share how pediatricians develop these resilient qualities — especially when tasked with delivering devastating news or losing a patient. Follow Benjamin on X: @BenjaminHallFNC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 分
  • History Made in Vatican City: Reflecting On the Papal Conclave

    History Made in Vatican City: Reflecting On the Papal Conclave
    2025/05/12
    Last week, Benjamin had the remarkable opportunity to be in Rome for the Papal Conclave—a historic event with the announcement that Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost would become the first American pope in the history of the Catholic Church. Benjamin sits down with theologian and FOX News Contributor Jonathan Morris to reflect on witnessing Pope Leo XIV accept this extraordinary honor in person, and to explore the priorities emerging as he begins leading the Church. Their conversation also turns personal, as Jonathan shares the story behind his decision to leave the priesthood—a difficult choice that ultimately deepened his faith and sense of purpose. Together, they discuss how religion continues to offer people around the world an enduring source of resilience and hope. Follow Benjamin on X: @BenjaminHallFNC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    24 分
  • A Veteran Reflects: 50 Years Since the End of the Vietnam War

    A Veteran Reflects: 50 Years Since the End of the Vietnam War
    2025/05/05
    April 30th marked 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War. While Vietnam veterans are now honored and respected, that wasn’t always the case. When many returned to American soil in the 1970s, they weren’t welcomed as heroes—instead, they were often met with blame, regardless of whether their service was voluntary. Now, half a century later, Vietnam veteran Jim Dickson and the Atlanta Vietnam Veterans Business Association are working to set the record straight. Their documentary, "Truths and Myths About the Vietnam War," explores the stark contrast between public perception of the conflict and the lived experiences of those who served. Watch 'Truths and Myths About the Vietnam War' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjwyCaiJ0lE&ab_channel=AVVBAChannel Follow Benjamin on X: @BenjaminHallFNC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    33 分
  • From Barely Surviving Birth to Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro: JT Mestdagh's Story

    From Barely Surviving Birth to Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro: JT Mestdagh's Story
    2025/04/28
    Before the age of 16, JT Mestdagh had undergone over 16 serious surgeries -- with many believing he shouldn't have survived his first years of life. Despite the challenges, JT has been able to take every challenging, bad day, and turned it into one worth living. JT joins Ben to discuss how living with VACTERL syndrome, a rare combination of several birth defects, severe dyslexia, and short-term memory loss has influenced his life, but never stopped him from trying to be the best he can be. He shares how that determination led him to do things doctors never thought would be possible—from everyday tasks like walking and reading to climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro and starting the JT Mestdagh Foundation. Follow Benjamin on X: @BenjaminHallFNC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    32 分
  • A Conversation Of Faith And Resilience

    A Conversation Of Faith And Resilience
    2025/04/21
    On this Easter Monday, Ben revisits his conversation with disaster psychologist and disaster ministry expert Dr. Jamie Aten, on faith and resilience. Dr. Aten dives into complex questions surrounding faith, tragedy, and resilience — and explains how his experiences and extensive research have allowed him to merge his understanding of the three. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    33 分