60: Soul Surfer: Bethany Hamilton on Faith, Family & Fairness in Women’s Sports

In this special live episode, Sophia interviews Bethany Hamilton —the “Soul Surfer” whose grit and grace have inspired millions. Bethany shares how her childhood faith became her own, what got her back in the water just weeks after losing her arm at 13, and how she’s now surfing, homeschooling, and raising four adventurous kids.

They dive into:

Faith that fuels resilience: from hospital bed to national titles and the Unstoppable documentaryJoyful motherhood: cultivating a home where kids thrive, mentorship for girls, and choosing family firstWomen’s sports & fairness: Bethany’s public stand after WSL policy changes and what she hopes fathers and communities will doWhen convictions cost: parting ways with a longtime sponsor, trusting God with provision, and stewarding influence wellPro-life conviction: why she spoke at March for Life and partners with life-affirming companiesPractical encouragement: scripture that anchors her, guarding your home as your first “arena,” and raising teens with truth and love

Recorded live at California Family Council’s Life • Family • Liberty Gala.

HighlightsHow to support daughters facing unfair competition—and why men should speak upHonest talk on fame, privacy, and choosing a simple, connected family lifeA mother’s heart: inspiring young women to look forward to motherhood