Former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Rick Santorum joins Conor Gallagher for a deeply personal conversation about fatherhood, politics, suffering, and grace. From the loss of his son Gabriel to raising Bella, a child with Trisomy 18, Santorum shares moving stories of faith, public life, and the power of family. He opens up about presidential campaigns, backlash from the media, his love for Pope John Paul II, and what it really means to follow God’s whispers—even in the chaos of politics. From campaign stops to hospital beds, Santorum describes miracles, suffering, and the unwavering strength of his wife and family. Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit ConorGallagherShow.com to sign up for exclusive updates and offers. CHAPTERS 00:01 Trailer 09:21 Transitioning to Personal Insights 15:29 Influential Life Lessons and Values 20:02 Influential Encounters with Saints 25:52 Personal Transformation and Loss 33:35 Struggles with Humility and Forgiveness 41:00 Experiencing the Patron Saint of Mothers 51:47 Navigating Political Challenges Together 58:05 Campaign Challenges and Family Crisis 1:03:18 A Miraculous Turnaround 1:08:34 The Impact of Bella on the Campaign 1:12:58 Different Perspectives on Parenting 1:18:35 A Promise to Be All In 1:22:47 The Blessings of Family Life 1:26:24 The Importance of Education Choices 1:30:14 Transition to Intelligent Design Discussion 1:33:53 The No Child Left Behind Amendment 1:37:54 Current Status of Intelligent Design in Education 1:42:55 Complications and Emergency Response 1:47:33 Mother Teresa's Foreword 1:52:03 Lessons from Bella 1:57:41 Understanding Divine Providence 2:01:48 Unexpected Encounters and Life's Surprises 2:08:32 The Viciousness of Political Attacks 2:14:41 The Unintended Journey to Running for President 2:18:16 The Catholic Vote Dilemma 2:22:15 Reflections on Political Life 2:28:34 Influences and Ideologies 2:32:42 Concerns for Community and Faith 2:37:19 An Unexpected Encounter with the Pope 2:44:48 The Importance of Family Over Status 2:48:28 A Special Invitation to Celebrate #FAITH #FAMILY #POLITICS #TRISOMY18 #CATHOLIC #CONORGALLAGHERSHOW #FATHERHOOD #DISABILITY
