Join Mat, an Aussie pastor, and Phil, a coal miner turned video enthusiast, as they dive deep into global ideological shifts impacting the U.S. and Australia. This episode explores the evolving concept of harm within progressive movements, potential pitfalls of democracy, and the influence of platforms like TikTok on our perceptions. Delve into the nuances of the US-Australia military alliance, the possibilities of U.S. government collapse, and the implications of boundless freedom. Discover contrasts in church-state relations across the U.S. and Australia. Learn about Mat and Phil's podcast The Way of Life and their mission to equip listeners to think critically in an age of herd mentality. Dive in for an enlightening perspective on the Bad Roman podcast, at the intersection of Christianity and politics.

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Starting Points:

01:39 Mat’s Background

05:33 Phil’s Background

09:25 Leaving Mainstream Media for Alternative Sources

15:14 Shifting Definition of Harm among generations

25:19 Australian and US Government Alliance

45:37 How Australian churches Interact with Government

50:51 Way of Life Podcast

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