Conversations That Matter

The discussion dives into how cuisine embodies identity, linking regional dishes to a sense of belonging. Personal stories of Southern barbecue highlight the emotional connections we have to food. The impact of immigration on national cuisine is examined, challenging the notion that it's merely about taste. Jon laments the loss of local recipes in favor of corporate fast food and calls for a return to cherished culinary traditions. Ultimately, the conversation advocates for shared meals that build community and foster solidarity.

The American Dream is perceived as slipping away for Generation Z due to rising debt and cultural challenges. The discussion spans the origins of this ideal and how political narratives have shifted over the years. Proposals include incentivizing marriage and family, cracking down on predatory lending, and introducing mandatory civil service to build discipline without student debt. The conversation emphasizes the need for personal virtue and community action to restore opportunity and stability for future generations.

Mateen talks about his upbringing in Iran, his father being a government official, trying to follow Islam, but getting converted while living in one of the Gulf states. He miraculously was able to get a Visa to America after facing persecution. He now evangelizes primarily Muslims in Houston, TX. Mateen shares his conversion story, impressions of America, and insights into Shiite Islam. Mateen's newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/c7d1186c83b1/jon-harris-podcast-interviewMateen's email: mateengt@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Let's dive into the dramatic rise and fall of New Calvinism (the Young, Restless, and Reformed) movement that once captivated a generation of evangelical men seeking doctrinal depth and masculine leadership. We'll look at "father hunger," the shift from solid theology to holistic lifestyle brands, and the erosion of standards amid scandals, shifting labels, and online tribalism.We will examine how unmet expectations and betrayals propelled many former adherents toward bitterness, the manosphere, and edgier political fringes. We will highlight enduring biblical virtue, local roots, and direct dependence on Christ rather than celebrity pastors or fleeting cultural formulas.1. The Ruins of New Calvinism: https://substack.com/home/post/p-1829636692. Brands and Belonging: https://substack.com/home/post/p-1830619413. Labels Without Standards: https://substack.com/home/post/p-183272456Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jon walks through some of the recent news stories including the capture of Maduro, the ICE shooting in Minneapolis, Josh Howerton's regrets, and the problem of SBC female pastors. Order Against the Waves: Againstthewavesbook.comCheck out Jon's Music: jonharristunes.comTo Support the Podcast: https://www.worldviewconversation.com/support/Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris?X: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonharris1989Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonharrispodcast/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In "The Schemes of the Devil" based on Ephesians 6:10-12, Jon Harris urges believers to recognize the reality and danger of Satan, a deceptive liar and destroyer who blinds unbelievers and actively tempts Christians toward sin, division, unforgiveness, pride, and false beliefs, yet whose power is limited and ultimately defeated. While unbelievers remain helpless under his dominion and should fear him, Christians need not fear but must take him seriously, staying alert to his tailored schemes that exploit personal weaknesses through lies about others, self, God, and even Satan himself. Victory comes not in our own strength but by continually putting on the full armor of God (truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, the Word of God, and prayer), depending on the Lord's might to stand firm against spiritual forces of evil in ongoing spiritual warfare.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jon talks about developments over the past year in evangelical American Christianity as well as the political landscape, highlights some of his own work, and makes predictions about 2026.Order Against the Waves: Againstthewavesbook.comCheck out Jon's Music: jonharristunes.comTo Support the Podcast: https://www.worldviewconversation.com/support/Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris?X: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jonharris1989Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonharrispodcast/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Greg Gifford, a professor and author focused on biblical counseling, shares insights on modern mental health trends and the complexities of diagnoses. He critiques symptom-based psychiatric practices and highlights the distinction between mind and brain from a biblical perspective. Gifford encourages Christians to reconsider secular therapy's limits, particularly in cases of abuse and addiction. He argues for the role of pastors in addressing mental health and expresses hope for a return to Scripture-centered counseling.

In the classic film It’s a Wonderful Life, George Bailey embodies the dutiful, small-town American man who sacrifices personal ambitions for family and community, yet struggles with feelings of insignificance and unfulfilled dreams—a midlife crisis many modern middle-aged men experience today, intensified by technology and social media. These men often feel invisible as they watch others gain influence online, grapple with unmet expectations around homeownership, marriage, and family, and witness a broken cultural rite of passage where young men seek validation through viral memes, edgy content, or shocking behavior rather than traditional markers of manhood. In contrast, these “modern George Baileys”—faithful husbands, fathers, volunteers, churchgoers, and responsible citizens—quietly uphold society through daily sacrifice and local service, often exhausted and underappreciated, yet their steady presence prevents communal decay. The author affirms their profound, often unseen significance, reminding them that their grounded, virtuous lives are the true foundation of civilization, blessed as described in Psalm 128, and encourages them to recognize their lasting impact this Christmas.Order Against the Waves: Againstthewavesbook.comCheck out Jon's Music: jonharristunes.comTo Support the Podcast: https://www.worldviewconversation.com/support/Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris?X: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonharrispodcast/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jeremy Carl shares his thoughts on Jacob Savage's article "The Lost Generation" about the effect DEI policies had on white men. Order Against the Waves: Againstthewavesbook.comCheck out Jon's Music: jonharristunes.comTo Support the Podcast: https://www.worldviewconversation.com/support/Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris?X: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonharrispodcast/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy