Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey

Pastor Andrew Sedra, founder of Echo Church in Australia, shares his insights on the weakening of the church in the West due to leftist ideologies. He reveals his experiences growing up Christian in the Middle East and the erasure of Christianity there. The discussion dives into the perceived 'unholy alliance' between Islam and progressive movements, and how it's impacting Western values. Andrew critiques the COVID response in Australia and highlights America's exceptional preservation of freedom and religious expression, sparking an engaging debate on current societal dynamics.

The podcast dives into the vibrant atmosphere of Trump's inauguration, highlighting fashion statements from Melania Trump and Usha Vance that turned the event into a runway spectacle. It also pokes fun at John Fetterman's gym shorts while lauding Carrie Underwood's stunning a cappella performance of "America the Beautiful." Key moments include reflections on Biden's farewell message and the array of executive orders Trump signed, marking a shift in Washington's energy. Excitement builds over future political directions!

Kevin Roberts, president of the Heritage Foundation and author of "Dawn’s Early Light," shares insights on the political landscape post-Inauguration Day. He discusses Project 2025 and addresses misconceptions about its conservative agenda. The conversation touches on the potential dissolution of the Department of Education and the Republican Party's internal disagreements. Roberts emphasizes the role of American patriots in reclaiming institutions from the Left and promotes parental rights in education, as well as the protection of women and girls in sports.

As Biden bids farewell to the White House, highlights of his controversial presidency come under scrutiny. AOC's odd comments on gender issues stir the pot, linking to the broader debate on women's rights in sports. Meanwhile, Andrew Tate's troubling influence is dissected, questioning what makes him a poor role model for young men. The episode wraps up on a lighter note, discussing Carrie Underwood's performance at the inauguration amid mixed public reactions.

In this discussion, Dr. Leonard Sax, a family physician and author, reveals the alarming effects of social media on children's mental health, specifically addressing TikTok's influence. He critiques gentle parenting and emphasizes the necessity of boundaries for healthy child development. Delving into gender differences, Sax examines how current educational approaches fail boys, advocating for a more tailored kindergarten experience. His insights on cultural shifts in parenting provide a compelling look at the evolving challenges today’s parents face.

In today's episode, we're diving deeper into the ongoing situation with the Palisades wildfire in California and how decades of environmental activism and forest mismanagement led to this point. We also get into the woke DEI policies that contributed to the failings of the Los Angeles Fire Department and how illegal immigration may have also played a role in the fires. And is the delta smelt, an endangered fish, responsible for the lack of water available for firefighting? We also go over Pete Hegseth's Senate confirmation hearing and a few of his fantastic responses to the absurd questioning. And is anointing yourself with oil really biblical, or is it just another New Age, witchcraft-adjacent trend?Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy---Timecodes:(01:47) Pete Hegseth Senate confirmation hearing (07:41) CA wildfires update(15:38) CA environmental policies timeline(32:05) Delta Smelt protection(35:08) LAFD DEI program(41:30) Fire hydrant tanks empty(43:20) Illegal alien firestarter(45:13) Anointing oils --- Today's Sponsors:Seven Weeks - Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com to save up to 25% and help save lives.Good Ranchers — Go to GoodRanchers.com and use code ALLIE at checkout to claim $25 off, free express shipping, and your choice of FREE ground beef, chicken, or salmon in every order for an entire year.Life or Death Con — Join Allie, Seth Gruber, and Eric Metaxas, and other pro-life advocates in Washington DC on January 23. For more information on the event and to register, visit LifeorDeathCon.com and use code ALLIE10 for 10% off your ticket. A’del — Try A'del's hand-crafted, artisan, small-batch cosmetics and use promo code ALLIE 25% off your first time purchase at AdelNaturalCosmetics.com---Related Episodes:Ep 1051 | The Hidden History of Margaret Sanger, the Nazis, & the White Rose Resistance | Guest: Seth Gruberhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1051-the-hidden-history-of-margaret-sanger/id1359249098?i=1000665341355--- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/bookRelatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we sit down with Jinger Duggar Vuolo, author of "People Pleaser: Breaking Free from the Burden of Imaginary Expectations," to talk about her new book and how she put an end to her people-pleasing tendencies. We discuss how she broke out of legalism and learned the true gospel as she sought to glorify God with her life and how biblical modesty is the standard to which we should aspire. Jinger also tells us how her people-pleasing ultimately hurt her ability to be in community and gives other people-pleasers advice on how to stop focusing so much on the selfish need to belong and how to let others into their lives.Buy Jinger's new book, "People Pleaser: Breaking Free from the Burden of Imaginary Expectations": https://a.co/d/46kmsWmSubscribe now to watch "Relatable at Home: The Theology of Hospitality," use code ALLIE for a discount: https://www.blazetv.com/watch/channel/series/series/d36O0ZN2Y3SO-relatable-with-allie-stuckey/episode/ibm4P9uEjkrf-relatable-at-home--the-theology-of-hospitality?t=0Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy---Timecodes:(02:25) About "People Pleaser: Breaking Free from the Burden of Imaginary Expectations"(08:57) Teachings of Bill Gothard (13:44) People pleasing behavior (17:45) Biblical standards of modesty(22:16) Pleasing God vs. pleasing man(32:06) Trading down(40:44) People-pleasing is selfish(44:01) The heart behind hospitality(48:07) Advice for people-pleasers --- Today's Sponsors:Seven Weeks - Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com to save up to 25% and help save lives.Pre-Born — Will you help rescue babies' lives? Donate by calling #250 & say keyword 'BABY' or go to Preborn.com/ALLIE.Jase Medical — Go to Jase.com and enter code “ALLIE” at checkout for a discount on your order.CrowdHealth — get your first 3 months for just $99/month. Use promo code 'ALLIE' when you sign up at JoinCrowdHealth.com.---Related Episodes:Ep 745 | Life as a Duggar & Letting Go of Legalism | Guest: Jinger Duggar Vuolohttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-745-life-as-a-duggar-letting-go-of-legalism/id1359249098?i=1000596623691Ep 777 | On Duggar Theology, Josh’s Arrest, & Media Lies | Guests: Jinger Duggar Vuolo & Jeremy Vuolohttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-777-on-duggar-theology-joshs-arrest-media-lies-guests/id1359249098?i=1000606178083--- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/bookRelatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The drama between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni escalates in the wake of serious legal allegations. Lively's complaint highlights emotional distress, while Baldoni counters with a lawsuit against the New York Times. The podcast explores the implications of these escalating legal disputes, questioning whether this is a reflection of the #MeToo movement or simply Hollywood chaos. Gender biases in media treatment and the public relations strategies behind the scenes add layers to this captivating saga.

Our hearts go out to those in the Pacific Palisades who are suffering from the wildfire there, and our prayers are with the victims, their families, and the firefighters combatting the fire. Today, we're talking about all the juicy drama between actress Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni surrounding the production of "It Ends with Us." We get into the timeline of Blake Lively's allegations of sexual harassment as well as Justin Baldoni's PR team purportedly orchestrating a smear campaign against her. Of course, the odd, almost tone-deaf marketing strategy Lively seemed to employ likely didn't help matters. Strap in for this one, it's a wild ride!Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy---Timecodes:(02:05) Palisades wildfire (18:35) Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni “It Ends With Us” drama (23:53) Background and timeline(29:06) Blake Lively’s odd marketing --- Today's Sponsors:Seven Weeks - Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com to save up to 25% and help save lives.Cozy Earth - Go to COZYEARTH.COM/RELATABLE and use code “RELATABLE” for up to 40% off!Good Ranchers — Go to GoodRanchers.com and use code ALLIE at checkout to claim $25 off, free express shipping, and your choice of FREE ground beef, chicken, or salmon in every order for an entire year NetSuite — Gain visibility and control of your financials, planning, budgeting, and inventory so you can manage risk, get reliable forecasts, and improve margins. Go to NetSuite.com/ALLIE to get the CFO's guide to AI and Machine Learning.---Related Episodes:Ep 1054 | “It Ends With Us” Is Emotional Porn for Womenhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1054-it-ends-with-us-is-emotional-porn-for-women/id1359249098?i=1000666041941--- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/bookRelatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a fascinating discussion, Ron Simmons, Allie Beth Stuckey's father, tackles the H-1B visa controversy and its implications for the job market. He shares insights on Trump's potential reforms, including the intertwining of immigration policies with education. Ron also predicts little Democratic resistance to Trump's second term. Additionally, they delve into setting meaningful New Year's resolutions, emphasizing strategic goal-setting across various life areas. Get inspired to kick off the year with purpose and informed perspectives!