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May 27, 2020 • 5min
What Does Separation Of Church And State Mean?
Nearly every American knows the phrase “separation of church and state.” Do you know where it's from? Here’s a hint: it’s not in the Constitution. John Eastman, professor of law at Chapman University, explains how and why this famous phrase has played such an outsized role in American life and law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2020 • 6min
The Fallen Soldier
Others have made the ultimate sacrifice so that you could be free. Remember them—today, and always. A moving tribute, written and narrated by former Navy Seal and author Jocko Willink. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 11, 2020 • 5min
Lies About Israel Lead to Lies About Everything
Why would someone like Sebastian Cevallos, a university student in Ecuador, care about Israel? You'd think this tiny country on the other side of the globe from where he lives would have no bearing on his life. But it does. Here’s why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 4, 2020 • 5min
Social Justice Isn't Justice
You’ll see a lot of references to justice in the Bible, but you’ll never see the word “social” precede it. Why? Is it simply because social justice is a new cause that post dates the Bible? Or is it because social justice, by its very nature, is directly at odds with justice as the Bible defines it? Allie Beth Stuckey, host of Relatable on BlazeTV, takes a fresh look at this important issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 27, 2020 • 4min
The Bravery Deficit
Do you feel forced to keep your values to yourself? Are you afraid to speak up about your views and opinions for fear of creating family tension or losing your friends—or your job? Dave Rubin calls this being in the political closet—and it’s time to come out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 6, 2020 • 5min
Why Are So Many Americans in Prison?
Activist groups claim a biased criminal justice system has put too many people behind bars. The solution, they say, is to drastically cut the prison population. Even now, some states are using the coronavirus pandemic to double down on granting early release to thousands of prisoners. Rafael Mangual, Deputy Director of Legal Policy at the Manhattan Institute, urges caution: most people are in prison for a good reason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 30, 2020 • 5min
Conservatives Are the Real Environmentalists
Environmentalists are certain conservatives don’t care about clean air and clean water; that they’re happy to trade the planet for profit. Is it true? Do conservatives really care more about green pockets than green forests? Michael Knowles offers a much-needed new perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 23, 2020 • 5min
What Was Revolutionary About the American Revolution?
Everyone knows the basics of the American Revolution: thirteen North American colonies revolted against British rule and won their independence. But there’s much more to the story: the American Revolution, of all revolutions, was a game-changer for the entire world. How so? And most importantly, why? Renowned historian Allen Guelzo explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 16, 2020 • 5min
The Intolerance of Tolerance
What does it mean to be tolerant? The dictionary defines tolerance as respecting others' opinions, especially those you disagree with. But in our polarized cultural climate, it’s come to mean something else entirely. Greg Koukl, president of Stand to Reason, sorts it all out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 9, 2020 • 6min
The Truth About Canadian Healthcare
Why can’t America’s healthcare system be more like Canada’s? Here’s a better question: why would you want it to be? French-Canadian entrepreneur Alain Lambert has first-hand experience with both Canada's and America's healthcare systems, and he offers some cautionary tales. Canadian-style healthcare might not be as good for your health as you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
