
Higher Ground With Billy Hallowell
Faith. Culture. Politics. Life. Longtime journalist and commentator Billy Hallowell has covered thousands of the biggest faith and culture stories. Now, he's bringing together some of the best reporters, TV hosts, and personalities each week to dive into the most pressing and intriguing issues of the day.
"Higher Ground With Billy Hallowell" is a truly unique experience, knocking down the barriers between journalists, media personalities, and the public at large. Each week, guests explain the relevance of each story, and offer analysis you won't hear anywhere else. The show brings together great minds to take you behind the headlines and help you navigate the intersection of faith, politics, and culture.
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Jun 17, 2024 • 15min
FLASHBACK: What is ‘Progressive Christianity’ and Why Is It Dangerous?
Author and speaker Jason Jimenez tackles what he believes is one of the biggest threats to Christianity today: The hijacking of the church and dismantling of the gospels by a progressive movement to “save Jesus from the church.” Mr. Jimenez’s book, “Hijacking Jesus: How Progressive Christians are Remaking Him and Taking Over His Church,” examines the progressive attack on biblical Christianity.FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram- Follow Billy on Facebook

Jun 8, 2024 • 17min
Biggest Myths, Misconceptions About Trump and the GOP
What are the biggest myths and political misconceptions about former President Donald Trump and the GOP right now? Republican pollster Patrick Ruffini breaks it all down and shares important considerations for anyone looking to understand the current political landscape. Ruffini also discusses his most recent book, "Party of the People: Inside the Multiracial Populist Coalition Remaking the GOP."FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram- Follow Billy on Facebook

May 31, 2024 • 18min
Trump's Hush-Money Shocker: Everything You Need to Know About the Guilty Verdict and What's Next
Many questions remain after a New York court found former President Donald Trump guilty in his historic hush-money case. But, what was the crime, how did it all come about — and what's next? Washington Times reporter Alex Swoyer joins Billy Hallowell to break down the ins and outs of the hush-money case, what the verdict means, and what's next for Mr. Trump. Plus, she explores claims the case is political in nature.That and more on today's "Higher Ground."FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram- Follow Billy on Facebook

May 24, 2024 • 20min
The Real Reason Liberals Are Losing Their Minds Over Harrison Butker (Plus: The Terrifying 'Win' Being Given to Hamas Terrorists)
Why are liberals so up in arms over Harrison Butker — and why in the world did Ireland, Norway, and Spain seemingly deliver a big win to Hamas Terrorists? Cheryl Chumley joins Billy Hallowell to break down two of the most important stories of the week.THIS WEEK'S STORIES:The real reason liberals are fuming over Harrison Butker’s commencement addressHamas scores win as Ireland, Norway and Spain give nod to ‘Palestine’FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram- Follow Billy on Facebook

May 17, 2024 • 20min
Inside the NFL Harrison Butker Furor, Pro-Lifer Headed to Prison, and Another Mass Baptism Stuns
NFL star Harrison Butker is under fire, pro-life activist Lauren Handy is headed to prison, and another mass baptism is shocking and inspiring. That and more on today's "Higher Ground." Billy Hallowell goes behind the headlines with CBN’s Tre Goins Phillips and the Washington Times’ Valerie Richardson. TODAY'S STORIES:Missouri AG Opens Probe into Kansas City’s ‘Retaliatory’ Post Doxxing Chiefs’ Harrison ButkerPro-Life Advocate Lauren Handy Sentenced to 57 Months in Prison: 'Biden's DOJ Is Fully Weaponized'Pastor in Awe as 1,614 People Are Baptized on Beach: ‘God Saved a Lot of People’FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram- Follow Billy on Facebook

May 11, 2024 • 18min
Mass Baptisms Take Over America, Shocking Baptist Numbers, and LGBTQ Methodist Chaos Continues
Baptisms are taking over America, with yet another massive effort set to make history. Meanwhile, the state of denominational Christianity continues to be in an intriguing place. The United Methodist Church made some major changes on the LGBTQ front — and the Southern Baptist Convention lost hundreds of thousands of members (but is seeking a baptism surge). This and more on today's "Higher Ground," as The Washington Times' Mark Kellner joins the show to break it all down.FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram- Follow Billy on Facebook

May 4, 2024 • 23min
Hollywood Actor's Bible Bash, Kanye West's Latest Saga, and Shocking Reveal About Campus Chaos: 3 Big Stories of the Week
Hollywood actor's Bible bashing, a tragic turn in the Kanye West saga, and the truth about campus agitators. That and more on today’s Higher Ground. I’m Billy Hallowell and we’re going behind the headlines today with CBN’s Tre Goins Phillips and the Washington Times’ Valerie Richardson.THIS WEEK'S STORIES:Nearly Half of Anti-Israel ‘Student’ Protesters Arrested at Columbia, CCNY Weren’t Students‘Don’t Do It’: Ex-Porn Star Who Found Jesus Begs Kanye West Not to Start XXX StudioHollywood Actor Slams Bible as ‘One of the Worst Books Ever,’ Says Those Who Believe Genesis Narrative Are ‘Stupid’FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram- Follow Billy on Facebook

Apr 30, 2024 • 14min
Remembering Mandisa: Singer Shares Journey of Pain, Doubt and Finding God's Love Amid Chaos
As we remember the life and legacy of Mandisa, Billy revisits a 2022 interview with her during which she shared her struggles, revealed her triumphs, and discussed finding God in the fog of life's chaos. Hear what Mandisa had to say.Here is a special edition of "Higher Ground."FOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram- Follow Billy on Facebook

Apr 27, 2024 • 25min
Antisemitism Raging, Chaos on College Campuses and Sounding the Alarm Over Taylor Swift: Behind the Biggest Headlines
Why is antisemitism raging, what's happening on American college campuses — and why is an evangelist sounding the alarm over pop icon Taylor Swift's new lyrics and album? On today's "Higher Ground," Raj Nair from TBN and Jesse Jackson from Church Leaders join Billy Hallowell to break it all down, exploring what's really happening at U.S. universities and why some parents might want to know a bit more about Swift's new music. READ MORE ABOUT TODAY'S STORIES:‘Lyrics Matter’—Evangelist Shane Pruitt Sounds the Alarm on Taylor Swift’s New AlbumHolocaust Survivor Hits Back at Anti-Israel Campus Chaos With Sobering Warning

Apr 20, 2024 • 35min
Bill Maher Stuns, Mark Driscoll Ignites Sword Swallower Controversy, and 25th Anniversary of Columbine
The 25th anniversary of the Columbine shooting, chaos over Pastor Mark Driscoll and a sword swallower, and Bill Maher's shocking comments about abortion. We're breaking these stories and much more down on today's Higher Ground with Billy Hallowell.We're joined by Jesse Jackson from Church Leaders and Valerie Richardson from The Washington Times to dive into some of the week's most interesting headlines. THIS WEEK'S STORIES:Bill Maher Stuns Pro-LifersMark Driscoll Kicked Off Stage for Calling Out ‘Strip Club’-Like Performance at Stronger Men’s Conference25th Anniversary of the Columbine Shooting: ReflectionsFOLLOW BILLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:- Follow Billy on Twitter- Follow Billy on Instagram- Follow Billy on Facebook
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