Jeremy Pryor's Podcast

What happens when one of America’s sharpest liberal thinkers is pressed to define the good life? In this episode, Jeremy unpacks a conversation between New York Times columnists Ross Douthat and Ezra Klein - two brilliant minds from opposite ends of the political spectrum. What begins as a discussion about progressivism’s future quickly becomes a deep philosophical exploration of faith, meaning, and purpose in modern politics. Jeremy walks us through the unraveling of Klein’s vision for “the good life” and what that says about the spiritual emptiness of today’s cultural left. Stay tuned until the end, because what Klein finally admits might surprise you. On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro 1:57 Progressive despair 3:10 Obama was liberal high water mark 5:40 Where are liberals taking us? 20:03 We have to understand the philosophical underpinnings of each side Subscribe on Substack ➡️ https://jeremypryor.substack.com Follow Jeremy on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremympryor/ X: https://x.com/jeremympryor Resources Mentioned: Interesting Times With Ross Douthat Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVL69ZfvhuQ --- Welcome to Jeremy Pryor's Podcast, or what I like to call, "Jeremy Pryor Unfiltered." We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!

The shocking murder of Charlie Kirk has shaken many of us. But more than grief, it has unveiled something deeper. In this episode, Jeremy and Phil Cotnoir wrestle with what moments like this reveal: not just political tension, but the spiritual battle beneath it all. What do these “micro-apocalypses” show us about meaning, about the sacred order holding our society together, and about the false religions rising in our culture? Jeremy shares how his own thinking has been reshaped, why silence is no longer an option for Christians, and how we can respond with clarity, courage, and truth. This is a sobering yet hope-filled conversation you won’t want to miss. On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro   0:44 Responding to Charlie Kirk’s Murder and the Question of Meaning 3:06 The War Is Not Cultural but Religious 8:04 Why Christians Avoid Culture Wars 16:30 The Leftist Religion 21:06 The Sacred Order at the Heart of Every Civilization 27:07 The Danger of Mis-Categorizing Political vs. Religious Ideas 37:06 The Rise of Violence on Both Left and Post-Christian Right 39:22 Jesus as the Fulcrum of Nonviolence in Society Subscribe on Substack ➡️ https://jeremypryor.substack.com Follow Jeremy on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremympryor/ X: https://x.com/jeremympryor Resources Mentioned: The War Is Not Cultural, It's Religious: https://jeremypryor.substack.com/p/the-war-is-not-cultural-its-religious --- Welcome to Jeremy Pryor's Podcast, or what I like to call, "Jeremy Pryor Unfiltered." We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!

Should you aim to make your family name famous? Or should you aim for being forgotten? Which one truly gives God the glory and raises great kids for His Kingdom? Jeremy and April unpack this idea. On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro 0:42 Should we make the family name famous? 7:02 Fame as a byproduct 13:18 The role of a family story 19:50 Opening doors for your kids Subscribe on Substack ➡️ https://jeremypryor.substack.com Follow Jeremy on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremympryor/ X: https://x.com/jeremympryor --- Welcome to Jeremy Pryor's Podcast, or what I like to call, "Jeremy Pryor Unfiltered." We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!

This episode breaks down 3 of the 10 surprising practices of multi-generational families that Jeremy has identified. From celebrating talent in big families (without relying on teachers/coaches/tutors/etc.), to protecting daughters from the degenerate culture of feminism, to setting up the family leadership under a respected and cherished patriarch and matriach...these things are counter-cultural, but that's what we need if we're ever going to build a multi-generational family. Today's culture certainly isn't building them! On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro 3:23 10 surprising practices 4:40 Celebrate talent through family showcases 10:12 Safeguard daughters from harm 18:24 Patriarch and matriarch Subscribe on Substack ➡️ https://jeremypryor.substack.com Follow Jeremy on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremympryor/ X: https://x.com/jeremympryor Resources Mentioned: Full article on Jeremy's Substack: https://jeremypryor.substack.com/p/10-surprising-practices-of-successful Mastery Contracts With Your Kids Episode: https://youtu.be/ACELRfqh6-I?si=nBuQ6sgMsAuGt90P&t=1844 --- Welcome to Jeremy Pryor's Podcast, or what I like to call, "Jeremy Pryor Unfiltered." We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!

A lively debate explores whether feminism is shaping perceptions of motherhood as miserable. The hosts discuss the emotional complexities of parenting and critique narratives that undermine the value of motherhood. They highlight the vital roles mothers play in community building and the importance of postpartum support. Delving into gender expectations, the conversation advocates for recognizing caregiving's worth in family dynamics. Ultimately, it challenges views on familial roles and emphasizes the need for a supportive community.

What's the big deal about thinking that people inherently struggle with wickedness in their heart (a Christian belief)? OK great, just some theology, right? Wrong. This one, seemingly innocuous question changes everything. In fact, it's at the core of the anti-Christian, anti-life, anti-wisdom movement that's unfolding with increasing speed in our world today. Jeremy and Sydney react to a couple all-time great takes by Dennis Prager, and discuss the importance of this one belief and how it shapes all of society. 🎧 Listen now to rethink what you believe about human nature, wisdom, and how to build a better future. On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro 1:29 Why There's So Much Moral Confusion In The World 16:47 Reversals of Reality in Snow White 24:12 What's Happened To Our Universities? 36:16 Individuals vs. Institutions 41:46 Christianity Made Murder Bad Subscribe on Substack ➡️ https://jeremypryor.substack.com Follow Jeremy on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremympryor/ X: https://x.com/jeremympryor Resources Mentioned: Dennis Prager on Triggernometry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIGKF0IiC9Y --- Welcome to Jeremy Pryor's Podcast, or what I like to call, "Jeremy Pryor Unfiltered." We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!

Jeremy brings on his friend Kevin Rains to do a post-mortem on the ill-fated Emerging Church Movement that they were both part of. How does Gen X deal with the disappointment that so many experience over church movements that ultimately failed? Then, they get into what brought Kevin into the Orthodox Christian Church, especially as someone with a history that shares many things with Jeremy. On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro 2:42 What happened to the Emerging Church Movement? 19:58 Disappointment and Grieving What Could Have Been 23:22 Kevin's Journey Into The Orthodox Christian Church 30:21 The Beauty and Biggest Hangup 36:47 Mystery vs. Answering Every Question 46:40 Becoming Orthodox Subscribe on Substack ➡️ https://jeremypryor.substack.com Follow Jeremy on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremympryor/ X: https://x.com/jeremympryor Resources Mentioned: Through Gates of Splendor by Elisabeth Elliot: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0842371524 EOS Implementor: https://www.eosworldwide.com/kevin-rains Kevin Rains on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinrains/ Christ The Savior Orthodox Church: https://www.christthesavioroca.org/ The Orthodox Faith by Fr. Thomas Hopko: https://www.oca.org/orthodoxy/the-orthodox-faith --- Welcome to Jeremy Pryor's Podcast, or what I like to call, "Jeremy Pryor Unfiltered." We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!

Looking for a great way to build community without the small talk? It may be time to start a "bring your own book" club! Today's guest, Brad Bevers, has been doing this for over a decade, and Jeremy had him on to get the why and how-to, so that Jeremy, and you, have a template to follow to successfully launch something like this. So, if you're ready to increase fellowship, and get some amazing book recommendations you otherwise wouldn't have thought of, give this a listen! On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro 2:00 Starting A "Bring Your Own" Book Club, and How To Run It 11:00 Facilitating Discussion 16:30 Recruiting People To Start The Club Subscribe on Substack ➡️ https://jeremypryor.substack.com Follow Jeremy on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremympryor/ X: https://x.com/jeremympryor Resources Mentioned: Integrated Mastermind: https://courses.familyteams.com/integrated Family Plan Calendar: https://shop.familyteams.com/products/family-plan-calendar --- Welcome to Jeremy Pryor's Podcast, or what I like to call, "Jeremy Pryor Unfiltered." We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!

In this episode, Jeremy is joined by his son Jackson and daughter Sydney to discuss whether Matt Walsh or Megyn Kelly has the upper hand in a recent online spat. Is it a new phenomenon within conservative circles that young men aren't attracted to career-driven women? Or is this just the way the world has worked since the beginning of time? The answer to this question has huge ramifications for women, the workforce, family, and our entire society. On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro 1:20 Matt Walsh vs Megan Kelly 7:41 "The Trad Mom" Is NOT A New Fad 13:41 Matt Walsh on Men's Preferences in Marriage 22:03 Return To Normalcy 27:24 1950s is NOT The Ideal 33:45 The Biggest Impact Is In The Home 41:57 Family Is The Arena Where Skills Thrive Subscribe on Substack ➡️ https://jeremypryor.substack.com Follow Jeremy on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremympryor/ X: https://x.com/jeremympryor Resources Mentioned: Matt Walsh on Megyn Kelly Criticism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GR3bSUWAOKw --- Welcome to Jeremy Pryor's Podcast, or what I like to call, "Jeremy Pryor Unfiltered." We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!

In this episode, Jeremy gives a deep dive on who Abraham was and why he is so critically important for fathers to model. In short, Abraham is the Holy Spirit-inspired description of how God interacts with fatherhood and how He thinks about family. What you think about Abraham WILL define how you see family. He may be our only path back from demographic disaster. On this episode, we talk about: 0:00 Intro 2:00 Abraham Overview 4:51 When Jeremy's View of Fatherhood Flipped 14:53 Abraham As The Perfect Depiction of Godly Fatherhood 20:52 More Than Historical...Symbols 26:04 Has The Enemy Veiled Christian's Ability To See God's Heart For Family? 30:48 Don't Abandon Your Family In Your Pursuit To Be Pious 38:57 Bluey Fatherhood vs. Abraham 41:49 Prayer Subscribe on Substack ➡️ https://jeremypryor.substack.com Follow Jeremy on: Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeremympryor/ X: https://x.com/jeremympryor --- Welcome to Jeremy Pryor's Podcast, or what I like to call, "Jeremy Pryor Unfiltered." We are excited to bring you seasons of content all the way from Tolkien to Theology, from Business to Family. If you like to contemplate deep philosophical ideas across a wide range of topics, you've come to the right place. Make sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube so you don't miss out on future episodes!