Brave New Us
Samantha N Stephenson
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From gene editing and artificial wombs to brain implants and digital immortality—what does it mean to be human in a world transformed by biotechnology?
Brave New Us explores how emerging technologies are reshaping life, identity, and morality. Hosted by Catholic bioethicist and author Samantha Stephenson, the podcast sits at the crossroads of faith, science, and ethics, offering expert interviews and incisive commentary on topics like transhumanism, reproductive tech, AI, human enhancement, and the pro-life implications of biotech innovation.
Whether you’re parenting in a digital age, questioning the ethics of cutting-edge science, or simply seeking clarity in a world rushing toward transhumanism, Brave New Us gives you the insight to think critically, live intentionally, and stay human in a world seeking to redesign us.
Samantha holds master’s degrees in theology and bioethics, is a Paul Ramsey Fellow at the Center for Bioethics and Culture, and a former course instructor at Notre Dame’s McGrath Institute. She is the author of several books and writes about faith, family, and the future of being human at the Choosing Human newsletter on Substack.
Connect at www.snstephenson.com.
Subscribe now—and stay human in an age that’s forgetting how.
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Your Uterus or Mine? How Transplantation Is Changing the Face of Reproductive Medicine | Dr. Andrew Kubick
Medical breakthroughs often arrive faster than our moral vocabulary can keep up.Samantha speaks with Andrew Kubick of the National Catholic Bioethics Center about uterine transplantation — from its…
Made Good: Making Peace with the Body (with a Catholic Nutritionist)
What if health begins not with control, but with trust?Samantha speaks with a Catholic nutritionist about holistic health, women’s metabolism, and the growing desire to step out of cycles of…
Disembodiment — Or Something Else?
Modern culture is often described as disembodied — detached from physical reality and increasingly virtual. But is that diagnosis accurate?In this episode, Samantha responds to arguments about…
Infertile. Now What? | Leigh Snead
Infertility is often treated as a medical problem waiting for a solution. But for many women, the deeper questions begin after diagnosis.Samantha speaks with Leigh Snead, author of Infertile but…
Change the Language, Change the Culture
Language does more than describe reality. Over time, it teaches us how to see it.In this episode of Brave New Us, Samantha shares a reading and reflection connected to her spiritual fiction project,…
Reject and Inject: Why Cosmetic Procedures Aren’t Just Skin Deep
In a culture that normalizes medical means for non-medical problems, where do we draw the line in the pursuit of beauty?In This Episode We explore the ethics of cosmetic procedures—from “baby Botox”…
The Case Against Assisted Suicide: Why MAID, Death with "Dignity," and Suicide Pods Fall Short | Stephanie Gray Connors
Is assisted suicide compassionate—or is it a cultural failure to respond humanely to suffering?In this episode of Brave New Us, host Samantha Stephenson speaks with author and bioethics speaker…
Why Women Are Getting Sicker Younger
Why are women developing chronic illness at younger ages—and why are they so often dismissed when they seek answers?In this episode of Brave New Us, bioethicist and chronic illness patient Samantha…
Why Smart Women Still Choose Motherhood (And Why So Many Kids?) | Dr. Catherine Pakaluk
Why are highly educated, ambitious women choosing large families in an age of falling birthrates, frozen eggs, and fertility tech? In this episode, Dr. Catherine Pakaluk joins Brave New Us to unpack…
The Case Against IVF | Dr. Stacy Trasancos
Stacy Trasancos, author of IVF Is Not the Way, joins Samantha to unpack the hidden costs and ethical challenges of IVF and fertility technology. Drawing on her science background and faith, Stacy…
The Sexual Revolution Lied—And We're Still Paying the Price | Dr. Nathanael Blake
In this episode of Brave New Us, Dr. Nathanael Blake joins host Samantha Stephenson to discuss his bold new book, Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All. Together, they unpack…
When Medicine Goes Too Far: Surrogacy, Gender Clinics & the Ethics We Ignore | Kallie Fell
When does medicine cross the line from healing to harm?In this episode of Brave New Us, bioethicist and nurse researcher Kallie Fell, Executive Director of the Center for Bioethics and Culture (CBC),…
The Transhumanist Temptation: Hacking Humanity or Destroying It? | Grayson Quay
Grayson Quay joins Samantha Stephenson to expose the seductive logic of transhumanism—and the moral and spiritual cost of buying in. From AI and brain chips to synthetic immortality and gene editing,…
How to Heal Women | Grace Emily Stark
Is IVF the only answer for infertility—or is there a better way? In this episode, Samantha Stephenson welcomes back Grace Emily Stark, editor of Natural Womanhood and a leading voice in restorative…
Reversing Chronic Autoimmune Disease with Stem Cells | Dr. Richard Burt
Is it possible to reverse autoimmune disease—permanently? In this episode of Brave New Us, Dr. Richard Burt, pioneering stem cell physician and author of Everyday Miracles, joins host Samantha…
Pronatalism, Silicon Valley, and the New Eugenics | Emma Waters
What happens when creating a child becomes a consumer choice? In this provocative episode of Brave New Us, research associate at the Heritage Foundation Emma Waters joins host Samantha Stephenson to…
From Contraceptives to Catholicism | My Conversion Story
In this episode, I open up about my personal journey from hormonal contraceptives to finding my faith within the Catholic Church. My relentless pursuit of truth led me to a profound understanding of…
The Toxic War on Masculinity | Nancy Pearcey
In this episode of Brave New Us, we delve into the dual expectations society places on men and the concept of masculinity. We discuss the innate understanding of what it means to be a ‘good…
What's Cheaper and More Effective Than IVF?
Think the Catholic Church supports IVF because it wants big families? Think again.In this episode of Brave New Us, Samantha Stephenson tackles some of the most persistent myths about Catholic…
Why Pope Francis Is Right about Surrogacy
Following Pope Francis’s condemnation of surrogacy, headlines exploded with accusations of misogyny and moral overreach. But beneath the outrage lies a deeper question: what if the Church’s position…
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Brave New Us has published 49 episodes since June 2020, covering topics in Christianity, Life Sciences.
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