Self Evident

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By: Jenna Smith

Dedicated to speaking truths that were once self evident, and doing so in love.

Foundations of Truth: The Fall of Man (SE #142)
Last Monday at 10:00 PM

As you hear at the beginning of every episode, Self Evident is a platform that is dedicated to speaking self evident truth in love. Over the past year, our platform has been dedicated to fighting the culture war with the truths of God’s Word, but in this short series, we want to go back to the basics.

What is the basis, the foundation of why we do what we do– why we speak what we speak?… Continue Reading


Offending Friends: Calling Out Sin in Love (SE #141)
06/27/2025

Rebecca & Jenna talk about how to offend in love as Christians. Rebecca lists three steps before calling out a brother or sister who needs calling out:

1: be Bibled up. God will give you the words to say.

2: Pray for them

3: Be confidant in Christ… Continue Reading


Foundations of Truth: God the Son (SE #140)
06/23/2025

As you hear at the beginning of every episode, Self Evident is a platform that is dedicated to speaking self evident truth in love. Over the past year, our platform has been dedicated to fighting the culture war with the truths of God’s Word, but in this short series, we want to go back to the basics.

What is the basis, the foundation of why we do what we do– why we speak what we speak?… Continue Reading


No Kings & The Theology of Protesting (SE #139)
06/20/2025

Protesting is part of the First Amendment rights we have as Americans. They can be positive, such as the Boston Tea Party, the Civil Rights Movement or the March for Life. Or, they can be negative such as Pride parades and the BLM riots of 2020.
How should Christians think through protests?

Using No Kings as an example, Kenna and Jenna discuss God’s justice, the command to be self-controlled and investigating the purpose of a protest before joining in.… Continue Reading


LA Riots: How Should Christians Respond? (SE #138)
06/17/2025

In this episode of Self Evident, Jenna Smith and Anthony Leal discuss the ongoing protests in Los Angeles, exploring the complexities of the situation from a Christian perspective. They delve into the experiences of those on the ground, the impact of media narratives, and the importance of understanding the roots of anger and fear within the community. The conversation emphasizes the need for prayer, compassion, and truth in addressing the crisis, while also highlighting the role of Christians in responding to social issues with love and understanding.… Continue Reading


Foundations of Truth: God the Son (SE #137)
06/16/2025

As you hear at the beginning of every episode, Self Evident is a platform that is dedicated to speaking self evident truth in love. Over the past year, our platform has been dedicated to fighting the culture war with the truths of God’s Word, but in this short series, we want to go back to the basics.

What is the basis, the foundation of why we do what we do– why we speak what we speak?… Continue Reading


How Can Christians Reach Leftist-Leaning Women? (SE #136)
06/13/2025

In this episode, Alyssa & Jenna are joined again by Stephanie Stapert, a strong Christian who has seen many “genres” of women in her line of work with TPUSA. The conversation goes from how feminine clothing is a beautiful and glorious thing for Christian women, how we dress matters, and how to reach leftist leaning women as Bible believers.… Continue Reading


Foundations of Truth: God the Father (SE #135)
06/12/2025

As you hear at the beginning of every episode, Self Evident is a platform that is dedicated to speaking self evident truth in love. Over the past year, our platform has been dedicated to fighting the culture war with the truths of God’s Word, but in this short series, we want to go back to the basics.

What is the basis, the foundation of why we do what we do– why we speak what we speak?… Continue Reading


Should I Be On a Dating App? (SE #134)
06/06/2025

Since our culture is so online now, our public sphere is all online, well, [dating apps] is how you find someone nowadays, right?

Right?

Rebecca Leland is back on the podcast with Jenna, and the topic is dating apps–should Christians utilize this method of finding a significant other?

Watch the promo for this episode here!

Resources

Podcast Episode: What Women Should Look For; A Psychiatric Dissection of Intentional Dating | Self Evident

Press Release: Unmarried & Single Americans | U.S.… Continue Reading


Sweden Bans OnlyFans. America Should Too. (SE #133)
06/02/2025

Sweden has taken massive steps towards addressing the very real problem that pornography causes in society– sex trafficking, prostitution, and child sexual abuse. In addition to this, Senator Mike Lee from Utah has introduced a bill that would ban pornography due to an updating in the definition of “obscenity.”

Resources

Article: Sweden Bans OnlyFans. America Should Too | Self Evident 

Article: U.S. Senator Mike Lee Proposes Bill to Ban Pornagraphy | Self Evident… Continue Reading


Church Denominations are Sinful? (SE #132)
05/30/2025

This episode is part of a series regarding interdenominational unity. David Robison and Nathan Bilkis of Social Lights join Rebecca Leland & Jenna Smith for this discussion.

Resources Mentioned

Lecture Series: Unity of the Church | Canon Press

Book: Mere Christianity | C.S. Lewis

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Should Women be Pursuing Careers? (SE #131)
05/23/2025

We sell our souls to [careers] a little bit: ‘I’m gonna sacrifice my sleep, my nutrition, my romantic relationships, my family relationships, my friend relationships–on the altar of work,’ and it is really sad to see.

New guest host alert! Stephanie Stapert is a Christian woman who works at Turning Point Academy and, along with Jenna & Alyssa, wants to ring the warning bell for her female peers heading down college/career paths.

Resources

Article: Trad wives selling fake news | Institute for Family Studies

Follow Stephanie on Instagram!… Continue Reading


Get Out of Your Head & Go Find Community: The Benefits of Being in Person Pt. II (SE #130)
05/16/2025

Listen to part one of this conversation here! Featuring Jenna, David Robison of Social Lights and Rebecca Leland, this edition of Self Evident concludes our conversation regarding the science and studies of community benefits. This segment goes into Robert Putnam’s research on social capital and what broke the American community apart in the ’60s, and pushing out of your comfort zone to find true, in person community.

Resources

Podcast Article: A Three Stranded Cord | Social Lights

Article: The Friendship Fix | bekindpeopleproject.org… Continue Reading


How to Actually Fix the Birth Rate (SE #129)
05/13/2025

Is there a way to actually fix the birth rate? This episode of Self Evident dives into this very topic with three policy proposals that would address the root cause of the decrease in birth rates.

Resources

Article: 3 Ways to Increase the Birth Rate While Respecting Human Dignity | Washington Stand

Video: Can Trump Fix the Birth Rate? | Self Evident

Report: Planned Parenthood’s Annual Summary | Planned Parenthood… Continue Reading


In Each Other’s Company: The Benefits of Being In Person (SE #128)
05/09/2025

This episode is part one of a two part series! Featuring Jenna, David Robison of Social Lights and Rebecca Leland, the two coolest Christian community builders in the Chicagoland area, the conversation ranges from the science of body language to health benefits of in person community to forgiveness and pushing out of your comfort zone to find community.

Resources

Podcast Article: A Three Stranded Cord | Social Lights

Article: The Friendship Fix | bekindpeopleproject.org 

Study: The Neural Systems of Forgiveness | national library of medicine

Article: Physical Support & Threats | national library o...


Can Trump Fix the Birthrate? (SE #127)
05/06/2025

Can Trump Fix the Birthrate? The Trump Administration is currently brainstorming three policy ideas regarding the declining birthrate that America is facing. In this episode, we go through each policy, evaluate them from a biblical perspective, and decide whether or not they will be able to fix America’s declining birthrate.

Resources

Report: The Demographic Outlook | Congressional Budget Office

Study: Women’s Knowledge of Their Cycle | National Library of Medicine

Article: Trump Looking to Create Baby Boom | Washington Stand… Continue Reading


Why Being a “Trad Wife” Doesn’t Make You a Biblical Wife (SE #126)
04/28/2025

In this episode, Alyssa discusses the popular “trad wife” trend that is popular among Christian social media influencers. While being a “trad wife” is an understandable break away from the feminist movement, is this movement biblical?… Continue Reading


Assisted Suicide is Not Death With Dignity (SE #125)
04/24/2025

In March of 2023, Eliana, Kenna Rose, Alyssa and Jenna investigated the topic of legalizing euthanasia, why it was morally and ethically wrong, etc. The reason we are reposting it in 2025 is because Illinois is on the cusp of making assisted suicide legal.

Senate Bill 9 can be called for a vote any day on the State Senate floor, and if passed, will allow doctors to prescribe lethal drugs for a patient to end their own life.… Continue Reading


Gen Z is Shifting the Tide of Culture: A Worldview Presentation (SE #124)
04/18/2025

Self Evident’s own Kenna Rose presents an encouraging report on Generation Z at the Illinois Family Institute worldview conference, which was held at Belmont Bible Church in Downers Grove.… Continue Reading


Having ‘Two Moms’ is Damaging to Children (SE #123)
04/17/2025

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders just signed HB1669 (Keep Kids First Act) into law. In this episode, Alyssa dives into why the passage of this law is a win not just for Christians, but for society.

Resources

The Washington Stand: Arkansas to Allow Christian Adoption & Foster Care Groups to Bypass Same-Sex Homes | Article

All for Kids: A Father’s Impact on Child Development | Article

Self Evident: Intentionally Robbing Kids of a Father is Wrong | Video… Continue Reading


The Department of Education is Dismantled, But What Does That Mean? (SE #122)
04/10/2025

In this episode, Alyssa, Jenna & Kenna Rose dismantle education subjects that have been in the mainstream news recently. The discussion goes around why it is a constant battle of who owns the child, why our federal government has been storing files in a literal mine, and education: with the Department of Education gone, what does is mean for the nation as a whole? With The Homeschool Act proceeding to the Illinois state Senate, what can we do to oppose it?… Continue Reading


Should Kids Take Risks? (SE #121)
04/07/2025

Should children be allowed to take reasonable risks? Like going into a grocery store by themselves or attending a sleepover? In this episode, Alyssa gives her “new mom” take on this hot topic in the conservative mom circle.… Continue Reading


Everylife, Encouragement, & Evaluating Your Life | Guest: Sarah Gabel Seifert (SE #120)
04/02/2025

Self Evident is thrilled to publish our conversation with Sarah Gabel Seifert, Founder and President of Everylife Company–the only pro-life diaper company to exist. This conversation navigates how Sarah saw a need and filled it, honoring the little lives who wear diapers by providing toxin free products and praying and promoting a culture of life through public campaigns. The most recent endeavor of Everylife has been to pray for more babies along with prominent prayer partners across the U.S.… Continue Reading


Abortion is Never ‘Safe’ (SE #119)
04/01/2025

A botched abortion, committed by Illinois abortionist, Dr. Keith Reisinger-Kindle, once again highlights the inhumane practice of abortion. Alyssa dives into the circumstances surrounding this botched abortion and gives a response to the idea that abortions should be “safe.”

 

Resources:

Rep. Brad Halbrook: Safe, Legal & Rare – The Crisis Exposed | Video

Botched Late Term ABortion Spurs Lawsuit in Blue State Court | Article

 

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MAHA, Mommas, & Christian Gratitude for Food (SE #118)
03/28/2025

Self Evident is talking seed oils, coffee consumption & the Spiritual power of food & a nap. Our newest guest host, the elegant Elizabeth Fiedler, talks about how the MAHA movement is focusing on determining the root causes of autism and childhood diseases through nutrition, and how as Christians, we are called to keep our bodies healthy through food, hydration and rest.

Alyssa & Elizabeth are both expecting their first babies, and keep Jenna in constant awe as they present their independent study of the right caffeine intake, how (the fruit) dates are bad until they’re good while pregnant, an...


This School District Went Too Far (SE #117)
03/24/2025

Today, we are covering the Deerfield School District Scandal. Shepard Middle School, located in Illinois School District 109 in Deerfield, is under heavy fire for forcing middle school girls to undress in front of a biological male. Today’s episode will cover the details of what happened in the locker room, how parents like Nicole Georgas reacted, and how the Trump Administration can get involved.

Resources

Administrators Force Middle School Girls to Undress in Front of Biological Male | Article

Illinois Mother Furious After Daughter Allegedly Forced to Share Locker Room with Biological Male | Video… Contin...


When You’re Single & Don’t Wanna Be (SE #116)
03/21/2025

In this edition of Self Evident, Rebecca, Alyssa & Jenna are bringing up the topic that’s as hard to avoid as many people cannot shake the status of: singleness. It’s a subject every human on God’s green earth has struggled with (well, exceptions apply *cough*Paul*cough*) and is hard to accept as a gift–because for most people, it’s not.

We hope this conversation is a blessing to those who hear.

Resources & References:

Podcast: A Phsyciatric Evaluation of Community & The Dating Scene | Guest: Dr.… Continue Reading


Parents, Honor, & Resentment (SE #115)
03/14/2025

This episode is the first one featuring our new guest host, Rebecca Leland! To get to know her a little more, listen to our first conversation with her by clicking here.

Honoring your parents is something that does NOT come easily to humans, and as adults, it’s easy to become embittered against them. Rebecca, Jenna & Alyssa swap stories of what they’ve noticed about peers and parents, and how we should respect our fathers and mothers as adults.… Continue Reading


Homeschoolers Are Happier? (SE #114)
03/11/2025

Synopsis:

Are Homeschoolers Happier? Alyssa dives into a recent study from Cardus which found that homeschoolers are not only better educated, but they are also more likely to be happier, optimistic, grateful, and successful.

Sources and References:

Overview of U.S. Department of Education | Departmentment of Education

Diverse Outcomes for a Diverse Population | Cardus

Homeschool Students are Happier, More Engaged & More Likely to be Married | Washington Stand

A Sample of TransGenderism Taught in Illinois 4th Grade Classrooms

https://www.nationsreportcard.gov/… Continue Reading


Should Christians Watch “The Bachelor”? (SE #113)
03/04/2025

Should Christians watch ‘The Bachelor’? This episode dives into this very topic and discusses whether or not shows like ‘The Bachelor’ promote healthy ideas of relationships.

References

Article | Kaitlyn Schiess doesn’t Hold Back on Her Take on the Bachelor Nation

Last chance to sign up for the Worldview Conference!

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Illinois Might Not Require Marriage Officiants?! (SE #112)
02/26/2025

In 2026, you might not need a marriage officiant to be legally married in the state of Illinois. In this episode, Alyssa breaks down HB 3049 and all that it entails for Christians and the institute of marriage.

 

To reference HB 3049, click here.

To attend the Worldview Conference on the High Calling of Marriage and Family, click here.… Continue Reading


A Three Stranded Cord: Community & Christ | A Social Lights Conversation (SE #111)
02/20/2025

There is no Christian community outside of Christ. The closer you are to Christ, the closer you will draw the ones who you need to be near to. ~Pastor Toby Sumpter

In this episode, Jenna & Kenna discuss the root problem of generation Z’s loneliness with the founders of Social Lights, David Robison & Nathan Bilkis. Social Lights is a community building ministry that Self Evident is proud to call friends and partners in the building of Christ’s earthly Kingdom.… Continue Reading


The New Mainstream Media (SE #110)
02/14/2025

Kenna and Jenna converse over how the way generation z take in news, and how the mainstream new sources have shifted dramatically in the past 4 years.… Continue Reading


Hospital Admits “Gender-Affirming” Care Was Never Medically Necessary? (SE #109)
02/12/2025

Chicago Children’s Hospital inadvertently admits that “gender-affirming” procedures were never backed by science and were never medically necessary. Christians are still mad about USAID funding being paused for re-evaluation. All of this on today’s episode of Self Evident!

Article: Is the Overhaul of USAID Good?

Attend the Worldview Conference & meet Self Evident!

 

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The Toxic Empathy Surrounding Illegal Immgrants (SE #108)
02/07/2025

Over Christmas break, Alyssa was joined by Eliana to have a discussion about the toxic empathy surrounding the problem of illegal immigration and how we as Christians can seek the welfare of our country that protect and love our neighbors.

Read the Got Questions article referenced: What Does the Bible Say About Illegal Immigration

Read the WirePoints article referenced: Illinois Population Gains 68k in 2024 Due to Migrant Tidal Wave

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Abortion Aids Abusers (SE #107)
02/05/2025

Alyssa dives into the dark truth of the abortion industry. Abortion profits off of abuse.

Article: Abortion Aids Abusers

Video of Undercover Live Action Reporter

Defund Planned Parenthood

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Did The Target Boycott Work? (SE #106)
02/03/2025

Did the Target boycott work? Target roles back their DEI policies and Trump bans transgenders from the military. All of this and more on today’s episode.

Resources Referenced:

Transgenderism Not Honorable, Truthful or Compatible With Military Service

How Americans Pushed the Pioneer of Woke Retail to the Breaking Point 

Army Recruiting Facts

Worldview Conference: Come Fellowship with us!

 

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Facebook: Self-Evident

X (Twitter): ‪@selfevident_podcast… Continue Reading


Underrated Highlights from President Trump’s First Week (SE #105)
01/28/2025

Kenna and Jenna attempt to wrangle all of the events, actions and orders President Trump accomplished during the first week of his administration. There. Is. So. Much. Together they dissect Melania’s statements through her style, the new government appoinments of Homeland Security and DOD, executive orders that flew under the radar due to the sheer amount of news he is consistently making and the deportation scandals.

To Listen to Alyssa’s episode on Day One and her comments on the most notorious executive orders, click here.… Continue Reading


Day One Was a WIN (SE #104)
01/23/2025

Alyssa dives into Inauguration– commenting on the iconic fashion looks of both Melania and Usha, and also discussing the major executive orders signed by President Trump on day one.

See below for all the articles referenced and resources given:

BBC News | Melania’s Hat

Washington Stand | Executive Orders Signed on Day One

The Guardian | Executive Orders List

White House | Cost of Living Crisis 

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Listen to Alyssa’s episode on Price Capping

 

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Marriage & Children Are a Hope to be Cherished | Guest: Scott Phelps (SE #103)
01/17/2025

In this episode, Jenna and Alyssa conclude their conversation with Scott Phelps, Founder and Director of the National Marriage Campaign (you can listen to part one right here). They discuss the top policies President Trump needs to enforce in order to protect the hope and joy of a future for Gen z and Gen Alpha, how true, in-person interaction is vital, and an event coming this March that YOU are cordially invited to!

 

Scott Phelps is the executive director of The National Marriage Campaign, formerly known as Abstinence and Marriage Partnership.… Continue Reading