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Theology, Politics, and a Little Bit of Banjo
They say there’s two subjects never to bring up in polite conversation - religion and politics. Well, that’s exactly what this podcast is going to cover - my two favorite subjects. Throw in a little bit of banjo music and you’ve got a great listening experience coming your way.
I urge you to learn along with me. I don’t claim to be an expert in any field, but I do desire to explore exciting concepts and ideas that shape our lives, culture and relationship with God. That’s why I seek to bring on a variety of different guests, even a few folks I’m going to have sharp disagreements with from time to time. We might talk about anything ranging from reformed theology to the electoral college. My hope is that God might use this podcast to deepen your faith, broaden your mind, and have a little fun while doing so.
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Jun 17, 2025
Jun 17, 2025
24 min
This week I fight through a weak voice (overcoming a cold) to discuss the events of this past weekend, the political assignations in Minnesota. Although a bit rambling at times, I wanted to share my heart with all of you. My plea is that we tone down the rhetoric that leads to such violence and instead contend for the faith with love and truth.
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Tip and the Gipper: When Politics Worked by Chris Matthews
The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert by Rosaria Champagne Butterfield
Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
38 min
If your social media feed is anything like mine, it is filled with arguments concerning pride month. This podcast doesn't shy away from controversial issues and topics. This week the podcast welcomes Dr. Jared Moore, Pastor of Homesteads Baptist Church and was a candidate for the presidency of the Southern Baptist Convention. Dr. Moore will be discussing his book, The Lust of the Flesh: Thinking Biblically About “Sexual Orientation,” Attraction, and Temptation.
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The Lust of the Flesh: Thinking Biblically About “Sexual Orientation,” Attraction, and Temptation by Dr. Jared Moore
May 30, 2025
May 30, 2025
26 min
Election and after election and are left asking, '"Are these really the best candidates we can get?" And even if they are the best we can get, do campaigns really have to be so nasty and ugly? There has to be a better way. This week on the podcast listen in as Wisconsin Representative Clinton Anderson discuss what I believe to be an exciting alternative that is beginning to pick up steam in various parts of the country - rank choice voting. Listen in and learn more. It can get complicated and controversial, but I believe the pro's outweigh the cons. But, hey its already brought me ( a conservative) and Rep. Anderson (a progressive Democrat) together!
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May 15, 2025
May 15, 2025
22 min
This week I got the chance to interview a journalist I love following, Chris Cillizza. You may have read his columns in the Washington Post or seen him on CNN or NewsNation. Chris is now an independent journalist simply, as he says, calling balls and strikes no matter what uniform is at bat. We chatted about possible bias in the media and then spoke a little bit about the controversy surrounding accusations of a cover-up attempting to hide the mental and physical decline of former President Joe Biden. It was just a thrill to chat with the one and only Chris Cilliza!
Recommended Resources:
Power Players: Sports, Politics, and the American Presidency by by Chris Cillizza
Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson
May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
34 min
This has been teacher appreciation week, and I want to take the time to introduce you to a man who has taught me much throughout the years and has been a huge source of encouragement to me. Allow me to introduce to you the ministry of Evangelist Don Woodward. Tune in this week as Dr. Don and I chat about his testimony and passion for reaching people for Christ. Right now, as this is being posted, our brother is headed to Haiti for a missions trip. Let's keep him in prayer!
Recommended Resources:
Life's About Relationships: A Foundation for Good Relationships by Dr. Don Woodard
Apr 25, 2025
Apr 25, 2025
40 min
This week we welcome royalty to the podcast! The self-proclaimed king of Amillennialism is joining us to talk about how to maintain and proclaim our Baptist distinctives while engaging with other denominations. Keith (or Your Calvinist) is known for his hilarious denominational meeting videos. We chat about subjects like what does it mean to be a Baptist, how to engage with fellow Christians in other denomination and finally how important is it fellowship with those outside our own traditions. We recorded this the day Pope Francis died, so we also had some thoughts about Roman Catholicism as well.
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Apr 17, 2025
Apr 17, 2025
28 min
He is Risen! He is risen indeed! Happy Resurrection Sunday, everyone. As we reflect on the significance of this event that changed everything forever, on this podcast I walk through the events of Matthew 27:50-54. Yes, we're going to talk about zombies roaming the streets of Jerusalem.
Recommended Resources:
Holy Week: The Week That Changed the World by R.C. Sproul
Easter Stories for Children by Kevin DeYoung
Apr 7, 2025
Apr 7, 2025
30 min
I love having former students come on the podcast and share what God is doing in their lives. This week's podcast features Rebecca Meier who works with DOOR International reaching the deaf community for Christ. This interview opened my eyes to the unreached people that live among us everyday. I'm also ashamed to say that much of my understanding of the needs of the deaf community needed to be corrected. Truly the student has become the master... Also, listen in as she talks about her interior design company. Wife, Mother, Missionary and entrepreneur...
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