Steve Deace Show

Join the hosts as they countdown the top 10 stories of 2025, offering insights and bold predictions. The discussion reveals surprising developments that shaped the year. They also unveil the clip of the year, capturing a pivotal moment in media. Expect lively debates and unique perspectives on the events that defined a transformative time. This engaging conversation is packed with reflections and forecasts that highlight the ever-changing landscape.

In this insightful roundtable, BlazeTV host Sara Gonzales and libertarian commentator Paul Alexander join Todd Erzin to dissect the key winners and losers of 2025. They reflect on the impact of Charlie Kirk's tragic assassination on the conservative movement and critique MAGA's policy decisions. The panel also highlights defining political moments, underreported stories, and the most original thinkers of the year. They share their pet peeves and forecast who will rise and fall in the political landscape, all with a mix of humor and sharp analysis.

A stirring tribute to Charlie Kirk, reminding us of his legacy of servant leadership and accountability. The discussion emphasizes powerful messages of fearlessness and virtue. Personal reflections on the shock of tragedy blend with calls for older generations to inspire younger men away from nihilism. There's a compelling appeal to model faithfulness, commitment, and resilience. The closing challenge encourages everyone to finish strong and leave a lasting legacy.

Billboard Chris, an activist and founder of the We Speak Truth Foundation, discusses his mission to combat gender-transition treatments for children. He shares compelling stories about his street advocacy, including confrontations and legal challenges he faced while raising awareness. The conversation highlights the dangers of gender-affirming care for vulnerable youth and emphasizes the need for legislative action, such as the Protect Childhood Innocence Act. Chris urges listeners to engage in conversations and support his cause for protecting children.

Erick Stakelbeck, a television host focusing on Israel and Middle East affairs, joins the discussion on the dangers of misinformation about Israel and rising anti-Semitism among youth. He argues for the importance of American Christian support for Israel, citing geopolitical and theological reasons. The conversation also shifts to the need for Gen X men to lead by example, embracing commitment and faith over nihilism. Steve shares his personal experiences of marriage and fatherhood, emphasizing true masculinity through sacrifice and guidance.

In the aftermath of the revelation that the FBI doubted it had probable cause to execute a search warrant on Mar-a-Lago in 2022, Steve says the DOJ and FBI are risking the demoralization of a key part of Trump's base heading into the midterms. Then the team plays a final game of Buy, Sell, or Hold for the year 2025. Daniel Horowitz joins the show for his final message of woe and lamentation of the year. TODAY'S SPONSORS: JASE MEDICAL: https://jasemedical.com/ and enter code “DEACE” at checkout for a discount on your order PREBORN: https://give.preborn.com/preborn/media-partner?sc=IABSD0123RA MASA CHIPS: https://www.masachips.com/pages/deace use promo code DEACE MIRACLE MADE SHEETS: https://try.miraclebrand.co/sheets/ksp-v15?utm_source=Podcast_deace&utm_medium=Podcasting&utm_campaign=deace&color=stone CHIRP: https://gochirp.com/pages/steve-deace use promo code STEVE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Historian and author Allen Guelzo joins to unravel the layers of the Western tradition, emphasizing its resilience and the importance of studying history. He debates the potential for revitalizing Western civilization in a time of cultural decay. The hosts also tackle immigration concerns, advocating for a multi-year moratorium while critiquing current practices. The discussion shifts to a viral AI ad that raises questions about idolatry and the implications of artificial constructs filling spiritual voids.

Bob Vander Plaats, a conservative activist and leader of the Family Leader ministry, joins to reflect on the political landscape of 2025. He emphasizes the urgency for activism within church and community to foster a spiritual revival. The discussion also covers the controversial U.S. troop presence in Syria, especially following recent casualties, raising questions about military engagements after 9/11. Vander Plaats highlights the importance of bold leadership in state races and outlines strategies to energize the voter base.

Joining the discussion is Keith Malinak, a sharp Conservative commentator known for his insights on Republican politics. The conversation centers on whether Republicans are undermining Trump’s agenda, with Keith presenting alarming data on party inaction. The panel critiques controversial figures like Candace Owens, exploring the phenomenon of grifters in right-wing circles. They also propose actionable policy reforms Republicans could champion to regain support, making for a lively and thought-provoking exchange.

Steve discusses Erika Kirk's smackdown of baseless conspiracy theories and their peddlers regarding the circumstances of her husband's murder and how this era on the American Right has been incredibly disappointing. Then author Douglas Cobb joins the show to talk about his book "The Sprint to the Finish." In Hour Two, the team has another discussion about UFOs and UAPs, joined by Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.). Rep. Burchett discusses his appearance in the hit documentary "The Age of Disclosure" and what he has seen and heard on the topic. TODAY'S SPONSORS: RELIEF FACTOR: VISIT https://www.relieffactor.com/ OR CALL 800-4-RELIEF PREBORN: https://give.preborn.com/preborn/media-partner?sc=IABSD0123RA REAL ESTATE AGENTS I TRUST: https://realestateagentsitrust.com/ KEKSI: https://www.keksi.com/ use promo code DEACE15 THE SPRINT TO THE FINISH: find on Amazon or https://www.douglasfcobb.com/sprint-to-the-finish CENTER FOR ACADEMIC FAITHFULNESS AND FLOURISHING: https://www.christiancollegeguide.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices