# Breaking the Abortion Stalemate: Let Them Live's Practical Approach | Free Talk Cast #31 ft. Nathan & Emily Berning

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Podcast: [Free Talk Cast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/free-talk-cast-7097149)
Published: 2025-02-11T19:17:25+00:00
Episode link: https://freetalkcast.podbean.com/e/031-let-women-choose-with-nathan-emily-berning/
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## Resource

In this unexpectedly eye-opening episode of Free Talk Cast, Aria DiMezzo and Nikki Sunshine sit down with Nathan and Emily Berning, founders of the Let Them Live Foundation. What begins as a conversation intended to showcase opposing viewpoints on abortion transforms into a fascinating exploration of finding common ground on one of society's most divisive issues. The Bernings share how their pro-life charity takes a holistic approach—providing financial assistance, emotional support, and practical resources to women facing crisis pregnancies. Rather than focusing solely on birth, they explain their commitment to supporting the whole person throughout their journey. As a pro-choice host, I found myself surprisingly aligned with much of their practical work, despite our different philosophical foundations. This episode challenges stereotypes on both sides of the abortion debate and demonstrates how focusing on practical solutions rather than ideological battles can create unexpected allies. Whether you identify as pro-choice or pro-life, this nuanced conversation offers fresh perspectives on supporting women's agency through expanded options rather than limited choices.

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