On this episode of Culture Brief, we unpack rising tensions between Israel and Iran—and whether America might get pulled into the mix. We also look at the growing MAGA divide over how the U.S. should respond. Then we shift to the future of AI: what's coming, who’s at risk, and how Christians should think ethically and spiritually about it all.
Plus, the Pentagon Pizza Index theory, celebrations of the Stanley Cup champs and JJ Spaun’s surprise US Open win, and a fun mailbag question. Listen in for our usual blend of headlines, culture, and biblical perspective—with a side of sarcasm. Let’s get into it.
Topics
- (00:59): Israel vs Iran overview
- (05:35): Israel's strategic strikes and global reactions
- (14:02): The MAGA movement's internal conflict
- (21:29): AI: The future and its implications
- (25:17): AI job market predictions
- (30:17): Human responsibility in AI development
- (34:35): Fun theories: Pentagon Pizza Index
- (38:25): Sports highlights: US Open, Stanley Cup and NBA Finals
- (41:27): Mailbag question!
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About Micah Tomasella
Micah Tomasella is the Senior Advancement Officer at Denison Ministries and co-hosts Denison Forum's "Culture Brief" podcast. A graduate of Dallas Baptist University, Micah is married to Emily, and together they are the proud parents of two daughters. With an extensive background in nonprofit work, finance, and real estate, Micah also brings experience from his years in pastoral church ministry.
About Conner Jones
Conner Jones is the Director of Performance Marketing at Denison Ministries and Co-Hosts Denison Forum's "Culture Brief" podcast. He graduated from Dallas Baptist University in 2019 with a degree in Business Management. Conner passionately follows politics, sports, pop-culture, entertainment, and current events. He enjoys fishing, movie-going, and traveling the world with his wife and son.
About Denison Forum
Denison Forum exists to thoughtfully engage the issues of the day from a biblical perspective through The Daily Article email newsletter and podcast, The Denison Forum Podcast, as well as many books and additional resources.
