The Feminine Manifesto

#18 Devil Wears Prada 2: The High Cost of ‘Boss Lady’ Culture

Heather reviews Devil Wears Prada 2 and unpacks its underlying themes: divorce and narcissism portrayed as liberation, the glamorization of career over family, and the normalization of egg freezing and IVF as consequences of delayed childbearing.She contrasts the film’s message with biblical teaching about family and vocation, shares statistics on IVF growth, and urges listeners to watch thoughtfully and discuss the movie’s cultural assumptions with daughters and friends rather than absorbing them uncritically.

#17 Understanding Islam and Evangelising to Muslims with Matt Anderson

In this episode of the Feminine Manifesto Heather interviews Matt, a seasoned street evangelist, about Islam and how Christians can lovingly and confidently share the gospel with Muslims. They cover Islam’s origins, the Quran and Hadith, the five pillars, and common misconceptions.
Matt explains starting conversations by addressing the heart—sin as rebellion, not mere weakness—and why God’s justice makes Christ’s divinity and atoning work necessary. The episode also gives practical tips for women and mums on building relationships, using questions to draw out beliefs, cultural sensitivities, and recommended resources for further learning.

# 16 The Gospel must be central in our Politics — A Conversation with Matt Cliff

 For too long our culture has embraced the lies of feminism, distorting God’s design for women and leaving us burdened and unsatisfied. This episode confronts those cultural lies and proclaims the truth of the gospel: true freedom is found only in Christ.
Heather interviews Matt Cliff, CEO of Cherish Life Queensland and PhD candidate researching evangelical silence on abortion. They discuss his journey into pro-life work, how churches can influence culture and politics without partisanship, the centrality of the gospel in pro-life advocacy, and practical steps to equip church leaders and voters. Tune in for a call to action to support pro-life education and engage thoughtfully in public life.

#15 Toxic Empathy: How Feelings Trump Truth Today

In this episode of The Feminine Manifesto, Heather argues that modern culture has elevated empathy above truth, justice, and personal responsibility, producing destructive outcomes.
Drawing on Christian teaching and contemporary examples—gentle parenting, abortion, gender ideology, and returning ISIS brides—the episode warns that compassion untethered from biblical truth undermines individuals and society.
Heather calls Christians to tether empathy to Scripture, speak truth in love, and restore a balance between mercy and accountability so families and civilization can flourish.

The Feminine Manifesto: A New Battle Plan for 2026

Heather shares a podcast update outlining a bold new direction for 2026: more public engagement, increased video presence, and a commitment to speak the truth of the gospel.
Inspired by a call to engage those who disagree, the team will spotlight Heather more on social media while Emma and Anisha support behind the scenes and in audio-only conversations. 
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#14 Australia Day: Changing the date is not the solution with Kurt Mahlburg

Heather interviews Kurt about the Australia Day debate, exploring the meaning of indigeneity, media narratives, polling data, and the broader decolonization movement in Australia.
They discuss historical context, whether changing the date would address deeper ideological issues, and present a Christian perspective centered on truth-telling, forgiveness, and unity for moving forward together.
 
Australia Day Article - https://dailydeclaration.org.au/2026/01/20/australia-day-7-questions/
Anti-Australia painting article - https://dailydeclaration.org.au/2026/01/09/country-road-backlash/

#13 Redeeming Christmas; From Santa to the Saviour: A Conversation with Mariki.

In this episode Heather and Anisha talk with Mariki about what Christmas truly means for Christians. They compare cultural celebrations from Australia, South Africa and India, warn against treating Christmas as magic, and emphasize pointing people to Christ — not just the manger but the cross.
 

#12 When Emotions Betray: Guarding Your Heart Against Emotional Adultery

The Feminine Manifesto podcast tackles the hidden danger of emotional adultery: how close, seemingly innocent relationships and romantic media can slowly lure women away from their marriages. Drawing on Scripture, personal stories, and practical counsel, the hosts explain how this sin begins, why it is spiritually serious, and how to guard the heart through prayer, boundaries, confession, and intentional marriage-building.
This episode offers biblical grounding, concrete steps to flee temptation, and encouragement to bring struggles into the light, relying on Christ and community to protect and restore marriages.
Books referred to:
Shannon Ethridge - Every Women's BattleJerry Bridges - Pursuit of Holiness

#11 From Grief to Revival: Mums Reflect on Charlie Kirk's Legacy

In this bonus episode, hosts Heather and Nadine process the shock and sorrow of Charlie Kirk’s assassination and the surprising global revival that followed. They discuss his character, public witness, and the hope sparked by memorials and testimonies.
As homeschooling mothers, they explore practical responses—discipling children, supporting husbands, bold everyday evangelism, daily family devotions, and using resources like Morning Time—to carry forward faith courageously in ordinary life.
 
Great Devotions Resource incorporating catechism, Scripture Memory, Hymns, and kids Devotions - https://brighterdaypress.com/collections/morning-time-vol-1/products/morning-time-coil-bound-printed-book
 
Intro and Outro - Chris Tomlin Holy Forever.

#10 The Wisdom of Restraint: Dressing as women to Glorify God

Join us as we explore modesty and self-control in a culture that celebrates sexualized fashion and empowerment through feminism. We trace the issue to the heart, and challenge listeners to honour God in how they dress.
The episode offers practical application for daily choices, parenting daughters, and navigating swimwear and gymwear trends, encouraging humility, discretion, and gospel-centered motives.
 
C. J. Mahaney - The Soul of Modesty - https://youtu.be/3wDUz-6Wi9Q?si=Kzem1NhyqrIt-5Eq