86: Parental Rights, Protecting Girls’ Sports, and Truth in a Confused Culture

About this episode

The episode discusses parental rights, protecting girls' sports, and the implications of a federal ruling on gender incongruence in schools.

In the first episode of 2026, Sophia Lorey and Greg Burt return to Coffee Culture and the Capitol with major updates from Washington, D.C. and California. They break down a landmark federal ruling in the Maribel A. case affirming parents’ constitutional right to be informed when their child expresses gender incongruence at school—and what the Ninth Circuit’s temporary stay means moving forward. Sophia and Greg also recap critical meetings in D.C., discuss the federal government’s renewed acknowledgment of biological reality, and preview the upcoming Supreme Court cases that will determine whether states can protect girls’ sports from male competitors. Sophia shares her perspective as a former athlete and her role in an upcoming press conference alongside state attorneys general. The episode also honors the life and legacy of Congressman Doug LaMalfa, reflecting on his faith, character, and unwavering commitment to truth. From parental rights to protecting children and standing firm in a culture of confusion, this episode sets the tone for the battles ahead in 2026.

People in this episode

Hosts: Sophia Lorey, Greg Burt

Topics covered

• parental rights
• girls' sports
• gender incongruence
• biological reality
• Supreme Court
• Congressman Doug LaMalfa
• culture of confusion

Keywords

• parental rights
• girls' sports
• gender incongruence
• Supreme Court
• biological reality
• Doug LaMalfa
• California
• Washington D.C.

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: California Family Council

Places: Washington, D.C., California

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