#651 With Jason Jones: Justin Bieber’s Mom Pattie Mallete, The Israel-Palestine Conflict, AI, and The Faith!

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Jason Jones" life reads like an unlikely hero"s journey - from teenage soldier who lost his child to abortion, to pro-life activist, award-winning filmmaker, and humanitarian aid worker in the world"s most dangerous conflict zones. In this riveting conversation, Jones reveals how personal tragedy became the catalyst for a lifelong mission to defend human dignity wherever it"s threatened. The "heart" of Jones" work emerges through his collaboration with Justin Bieber"s mother, Patty Mallette, on the film "Crescendo." Their partnership raised $6 million for pregnancy centers across North America. Mallette"s own story mirrors the film"s message; at 16, both her life and Justin"s were saved by a pregnancy center. This full-circle moment exemplifies how Jones connects personal stories to larger humanitarian causes. What truly sets Jones apart is his consistent application of pro-life principles beyond abortion. As president of the Human Rights Education and Relief Organization (HERO), he delivers aid to Gaza, Afghanistan, Ukraine, and other conflict zones. His first-hand accounts from these regions challenge listeners to look beyond political narratives and see the humanity in every situation. When describing his work in Gaza, Jones shares how his team provides food and water to Christians who then share with their Muslim neighbors - a powerful testament to compassion transcending religious boundaries. The conversation takes an unexpected turn when Jones expresses concern about artificial intelligence threatening young people"s creativity and connection. Drawing parallels to Pope Leo XIII"s response to the industrial revolution, he suggests Pope Leo XIV may address the challenges of Transhumanism and AI to human flourishing. His message is clear: seeing the person, not just the political conflict, is the first step toward creating a more just and compassionate world. Get Jason"s Latest Book: Dispatches from the Great Campaign, Defending life on the Front Lines Read Jack"s Latest Blog: "The Tale We’ve Fallen Into" Support the show