Breakpoint New Years Kiss on ESPN, Renaming the Kennedy Center, Tradlife Affordability and Ken Burns take on The American Revolution
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Jan 2, 2026 A New Year's kiss on ESPN sparked a discussion about changing cultural norms. The Kennedy Center's renaming to honor Trump raises questions about power and institution. Young people's decline in marriage coincides with economic hurdles and shifting social status expectations. Ken Burns dives into the American Revolution as the nation gears up for its 250th anniversary, prompting reflections on the founding ideals. The hosts emphasize the church's role in modeling healthy marriages while addressing contemporary challenges.
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Unexpected New Year Broadcast Moment
- Scott Van Pelt reacted aloud and then corrected himself when the Times Square broadcast showed two men kissing on New Year's Eve.
- The clip went mini-viral and sparked debate about reaction norms at ESPN and in culture.
Moral Reflexes Can Be Corrupted
- John Stonestreet argued that a moral reflex exists and can be eroded by culture, citing Romans 1 as background.
- He suggested such reflexes once got people in trouble at ESPN, but now reactions are tolerated more.
Teach Kids To Notice, Then Explain
- When children see public behaviors that trouble you, talk through them rather than teaching contempt for people.
- Bolster their moral reflexes with theology and explanation so norms don't normalize objectionable acts.
