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Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross and Tonya Mosley, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries. Subscribe to Fresh Air Plus! You'll enjoy bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening - all while you support NPR's mission. Learn more at plus.npr.org/freshair And subscribe to our weekly newsletter, Fresh Air Weekly, to get interview hig ...
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Identity/Crisis

Shalom Hartman Institute

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In a frenzied media cycle, Identity/Crisis creates better conversations about the issues facing contemporary Jewish life. Host Yehuda Kurtzer, president of the Shalom Hartman Institute, talks with leading thinkers to unpack current events affecting Jewish communities in North America, Israel, and around the world, revealing the core Jewish values underlying the issues that matter most to you. JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST FOR MORE HARTMAN IDEAS
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Pastor Scott Fisher invites listeners to explore meaningful conversations that go beyond the pulpit, delving into contemporary issues through the lens of Scripture. Whether you're a believer seeking spiritual growth or simply curious about the Christian faith, this podcast aims to offer thoughtful insights and inspiration.
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B&H Photography Podcast

B&H Photo & Video

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The B&H Photography Podcast: Join us every other week for a conversation with insightful and entertaining guests. From gear and technique to history, science and art, we discuss the issues most important to the contemporary photographer.
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The Jewish People's Podcast explores the most pressing issues facing the global Jewish community. Hosted by Yaakov Katz in conversation with leading experts, politicians and thought leaders, the podcast delves into topics such as Israel-Diaspora relations, religious and cultural identity, Israeli politics, and contemporary Jewish life. Each episode aims to inform and engage listeners through insightful discussions and in-depth analysis.
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Catholic History Trek

Scott Schulze & Kevin Schmiesing

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A podcast exploring the history of the Catholic Church, especially the historical background of contemporary Catholic practices and issues. Hosted by Kevin Schmiesing and Scott Schulze. To help Catholic History Trek, please consider donating via PayPal to [email protected] Thank you for your support!
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The Africanist Podcast

Bamba Ndiaye, PhD

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This podcast investigates political, socio-economic, and cultural issues in contemporary Africa and the African Diasporas. It engages Africanist scholars, artists, activists, athletes, opinion leaders, business people, and ordinary citizens in a critical conversation about the challenges facing Africans and people of African descent.
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Women on the Line

Cleis Hart, Kannagi Bhatt, Phuong Tran, Xen Nhà & Scheherazade Bloul.

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A national feminist current affairs program for community radio. A gender analysis of contemporary issues, as well as in-depth analysis by a range of women and gender diverse people around Australia and internationally. Distributed nationally on the Community Radio Network (CRN).
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Behind the Bima

Rabbi Efrem Goldberg

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Rabbis Efrem Goldberg, Philip Moskowitz, and Josh Broide, from Boca Raton Synagogue, shmooze about contemporary issues. Every week features an unscripted and lively discussion, special guests, and a behind-the-scenes look at leading a large and dynamic Jewish community.
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An increasingly complex world is one that is increasingly filled with scams, tricks, and grifts. deGRIFTify is a discussion podcast intended to cut through some of that haze. Hosts Thomas and Joel summarize contemporary issues by identifying hidden interests, highlighting contradicting narratives, and drawing comparisons between familiar and unfamiliar subjects. ”The cold war of the 21st century isn’t fought with weapons, and it isn’t waged between countries; it’s with information, between p ...
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Debating theology that makes sense of life and faith. A team of regular people discuss issues of theology, faith and life. Uncovering bible thinking from cutting edge, to conservative, to all things in-between. A lively debate show that gets you thinking, challenging the relevance of God, scripture and faith to today's contemporary outlook.
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The Beth El Podcast Network

Beth El Congregation of Baltimore

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The Chai Life at Beth El Congregation is our flagship podcast, blending Judaism with contemporary issues. Engaging and informative, it sparks intriguing conversations to educate and entertain, both in the Jewish community and beyond.
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Lady J Speaks

Joyce A. Boahene

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Set to melodic music in the background, the “Lady J Speaks” podcast tackles contemporary issues and themes of crisis and challenge, faith and hope, life and love, justice and humanity. Sharing prominent truths about the human condition “Lady J” provides nuggets of wisdom and timely insights for the world we live in today.
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Experience Rabbi Joe Wolfson’s popular THINK class from wherever you are. This podcast brings you recordings of the weekly Monday night sessions in Tel Aviv, where Rabbi Wolfson explores the intersection of Jewish thought, contemporary issues, and timeless wisdom. Through careful textual analysis and lively discussion, Rabbi Wolfson guides participants in examining classical Jewish sources while grappling with modern ethical dilemmas and philosophical questions. Whether you’re a seasoned lea ...
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Secession Podcast

Vienna Secession

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Secession Podcast is a digital series created by the Secession in 2022. In conversations with artists, curators, and theorists, the podcast series offers interesting insights into the Secession’s exhibition programme of twelve to fifteen contemporary art shows every year. The program also features discussions on current issues, as well as experimental sound formats and – creating an oral history archive – conversations between members of the Association of Visual Artists, who share their per ...
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EJIL: The Podcast!

European Journal of International Law

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EJIL: The Podcast! aims to provide in-depth, expert and accessible discussion of international law issues in contemporary international and national affairs. It features the Editors of the European Journal of International Law and of its blog, EJIL: Talk! The podcast is produced by the European Journal of Law with support from staff at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford.
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Trending Echoes Podcast

Trends Research & Advisory

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Trending Echoes is a podcast series by Trends Research and Advisory that explores contemporary issues, emerging trends, and innovations shaping the world today. The podcast features expert guests from various fields—ranging from academia, policy, technology, and media—who provide in-depth insights on topics like global cooperation, artificial intelligence, and the future of content creation. Episodes often focus on how these trends affect societies, industries, and international relations, m ...
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Vibrant conversations between ministers, church leaders, and scholars, brought to you by the staff of the Siburt Institute for Church Ministry at Abilene Christian University. The Siburt Institute’s mission is to equip church leaders and help churches thrive. Topics include contemporary issues facing churches and church leaders, as well as ways that scholarship can inform church leadership.
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EHS on Tap

EHS Daily Advisor

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EHS On Tap is an environmental, health, and safety podcast by BLR. On each episode of EHS On Tap, host Jay Kumar will discuss emerging legal, regulatory, and policy issues with industry experts and the impacts to everyday environmental and safety professionals. EHS On Tap runs the gamut of contemporary environmental issues including water, air, and waste as well as covers a wide variety of safety issues.
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The Bishops Hour

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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The Bishop's Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today's Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop John P. Dolan
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Farbrengen is Art. Art of the soul. It is a living palette of heart and mind, mixing the modern Chassidic culture and contemporary issues ….which perhaps we rather not talk about. Add honesty and simplicity, and you have a Street Farbrengen.“Our canvas is the Street corner we cherish - common sense, heart, and the spirit of adventure. Its what is ChabadLife.” Co- hosts Reuven Flamer and Zacharia Lipitz talk about what normally lives underground...Gimmel Tammuz.
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The American Idea

Ashbrook Center

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The American Idea explores America's Founding principles and their effect on American history and government. Through thoughtful conversations with renowned academics and public figures from across the country, we examine the history and political thought behind our country’s greatest documents and debates, as well as contemporary issues, American popular culture, and political statesmanship. The podcast is a production of the Ashbrook Center and hosted by Jeff Sikkenga.
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Faith and Friction is a podcast and blog that delves deep into themes of faith and culture to build a community of change agents. We provide a platform for open-minded discussions on the intersection of faith and contemporary issues, fostering intellectual exploration and personal development. Our content is accessible and engaging, inviting individuals to contemplate and engage in meaningful conversations.
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Touro Talks

Touro University

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Touro Talks are timely conversations engaging college students, thought leaders and experts from around the world on academic and contemporary issues. Hosted by Touro University president, Dr. Alan Kadish. Touro Talks is sponsored by Robert and Arlene Rosenberg. If you would like to sponsor, please email [email protected]
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Reaganism

Ronald Reagan Institute

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Reaganism is dedicated to exploring where the Reagan Movement lives today, hosted by the Director of the Ronald Reagan Institute, Roger Zakheim. The show has two goals: understand the foundations of the political philosophy that powered the Reagan Revolution; and host discussions about contemporary issues through the lens of Reagan. The podcast looks at the continuing impact of #40’s principles and beliefs on our leaders as they address the complex problems of today and tomorrow.
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Iron Culture was started as a means of exploring the world of physical culture and attempting to distill a unified philosophy of lifting and to help listeners find greater meaning from the iron. It focuses on dispensing practical, useful information to the listener, bouncing from history, to philosophy, to contemporary lifting culture issues, to science. Iron Culture is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review.
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The Connect2 Podcast

Connect2 by Mark Hughes and Jeff Cullen

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A conversation between Mark and Jeff, two information junkies, about a wide range of contemporary issues. We discuss current events, nerdy things, business concepts, marketing, technology, media and photography. As we are based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, there are lots of local topics. The podcast is generally upbeat and often covers current events and we occasionally have guests. Each episode typically has a central focus for most of the podcast but also lots of other regular topics incl ...
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While the Body of Christ is not devoid of dynamic preachers/teachers, there is a clear need for seasoned fathers in the faith, who understand how to present the principles of the Kingdom to contemporary society. Join Bishop Joseph Mattera weekly, as he presents a compelling biblical critique of church and culture, and gives scripture-based solutions to the serious maladies plaguing our pluralistic society. This podcast is for all those seeking the truth, desiring to know what the Bible says ...
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On Geopolitics

Centre for Geopolitics

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On Geopolitics enters a new chapter with the introduction of two new hosts: Professors William Hurst and John Nilsson-Wright. John hosts “Currents”, engaging guests from diverse sectors including government, academia, media, science, and business, to explore topical global issues and events. Meanwhile Bill hosts “Explorations”, which will present a series of in-depth discussions and analyses of big ideas and enduring themes - the first of these being on “War". Our original hosts, Suzanne Rai ...
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hmTv is a podcast platform dedicated to exploring the humanity in all of us through impactful stories and discussions. Executive Producer Bernie Furshpan has developed a state-of-the-art podcast studio within the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center, creating a dynamic platform for dialogue. Hosting more than 20 series and their respective hosts, the studio explores a wide range of subjects—from Holocaust and tolerance education to pressing contemporary issues and matters of humanity.
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Send us a text Legacy Chronicles Ep 381: A Daughter’s Journey Through Memory with Barbara Murray In this powerful episode, host Donna Rosenblum sits down with longtime HMTC volunteer and Second Generation speaker, Barbara Murray, to explore what it means to grow up as the child of Holocaust survivors. Barbara opens her heart about her parents’ incr…
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Send us a text Ep 380 • The Fog of War and Humanity Richard Acritelli with Sgt. Joe Cognitore • Part 4 In this final chapter of their conversation, Richard Acritelli sits down once more with Sgt. Joe Cognitore to explore what happens after the uniform comes off. Joe opens up about the shock of returning home from Vietnam, trying to build a teaching…
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Send us a text Ep 379: The Fog of War and Humanity — Joe Cognitore, Part 3 In this powerful installment, Vietnam veteran and longtime veterans advocate Joe Cognitore joins host Richard Acritelli to continue recounting the realities of combat, leadership, and survival at the height of the Vietnam War. Joe takes us from the jungles of South Vietnam i…
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Send us a text Ep. 378 — The Fog of War and Humanity: Sgt. Joseph A. Cognitore (Part 2) In Part 2 of this conversation, host Richard Acritelli continues his discussion with Vietnam veteran Sgt. Joseph Cognitore — beginning with Joe’s arrival in South Vietnam and his abrupt initiation into the realities of combat life. Joe describes landing at Cam R…
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Send us a text Ep. 377 — The Fog of War and Humanity: Sgt. Joseph A. Cognitore (Part 1) In this episode, Richard Acritelli sits down with Sgt. Joseph A. Cognitore — drafted out of college at the height of the Vietnam War — to talk about the moment everything in his life turned upside down. Joe shares the difficult decision to serve, the quiet influ…
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In this episode of Trending Echoes, host Elyazia Al Hosani sits down with Emily Austin, an American journalist and media personality, for an in-depth conversation on authenticity, journalism, social media algorithms, AI, and the growing responsibility of public voices in an increasingly polarised world. Emily shares how she maintains authenticity i…
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Muslims have heard "Islam has an answer for everything," but how well do we understand it? Scholars have left us a wealth of knowledge in the fields of Islamic sciences, philosophy, natural sciences, and literature - it's time for us to reconnect with this heritage. Dr. Shuayb Wani, an Islamic scholar and teacher, discusses the importance of develo…
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Ben Stiller talks about his new Apple TV+ documentary about his actor/comedian parents Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara. In the ‘60s and ‘70s, they were famous as the comedy duo, Stiller and Meara. Ben talks about growing up in a showbiz family, where there was no separation between work and personal lives. Chilean-born actor Pedro Pascal has faced cou…
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Patrick welcomes a brand new year by sharing heartwarming updates about his family, including the growing number of grandchildren. He fields real-life listener questions about Catholic teaching on end-of-life decisions, prayer practices even in the midst of mortal sin, and the challenge of keeping interfaith friendships respectful without watering …
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Patrick guides listeners through questions about returning to the Catholic Church, healing from addiction, and navigating confession after years away. He shares practical, sometimes unexpected advice—like tossing out smartphones to resist temptation—while weaving spontaneous memories of MTV and music videos into the conversation. Callers bring vuln…
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Patrick opens the year with spirited banter and candid exchanges, guiding listeners through faith questions on baptism, confession, and Protestant-Catholic differences, while drawing from scripture and tradition. He chats with callers wrestling with addiction and moral challenges, supporting them with clear Catholic teaching and reflecting on perso…
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The WWE superstar considered pursuing a career in mixed martial arts before realizing, "I don't like getting punched in the face." Johnson plays MMA fighter Mark Kerr in Benny Safdie's ‘The Smashing Machine.’ He spoke with Terry Gross about his many injuries, his relationship with his late father, and his wrestling personas. Learn more about sponso…
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Patrick opens with a humorous take on smartphone addiction, featuring the quirky trend of the “Methophone”—a $20 acrylic slab meant to mimic the feel of a phone for those trying to break the habit. Patrick fields calls from listeners who share strategies for stepping back from technology, discuss the challenges and benefits of simplifying their tec…
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Patrick discusses the power of prayer, the challenges of faith, and the influence of technology on daily life. This hour also explores concerns about smartphone addiction, the differences in how various generations handle technology, and the need to maintain a healthy balance. Patrick answers thoughtful questions about why the Bible can be interpre…
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We dive into a provocative statement you’ve probably heard in Hasidic circles: “CHASSIDUS has everything.” What does that actually mean? Does Chasidic thought truly encompass every aspect of life and purpose — or is that phrase more myth than reality? WE TRY TO go beyond sound bites and slogans to unpack what Chassidus actually offers: not a magic …
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Patrick discusses the recent Senate bill eliminating federal taxes on tips for service industry workers and considers the effects on single parents and wait staff. He also addresses new Colorado legislation regarding “misgendering” and “deadnaming,” raising concerns about religious freedoms and state mandates. This hour features a powerful listener…
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Send us a text Ep. 376 — The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli & Montgomery “Monty” Granger (Part 3) Podcast Description In Part 3 of this gripping series, Montgomery “Monty” Granger takes us beyond Guantanamo and into the combat zones of Iraq and Afghanistan — where chaos, morality, and duty collide every single day. Hosted by Richard…
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Send us a text In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Montgomery “Monty” Granger pulls back the curtain on life inside Guantanamo Bay following 9/11 — where ethics, fear, compassion, and national security collided in real time. Hosted by Richard Acritelli, this episode explores what it meant to care for detainees considered “unlawful combatants,”…
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In case you didn't already know, 2025 marks 10 years since we started the B&H Photography Podcast, making today's show our tenth annual Photo Gear of the Year episode! A lot of cameras have come down the pike since that first recap, along with a veritable roller coaster of marketing strategies and photographic trends. To follow up on a trend discus…
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Send us a text Ep. 374 — The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli & Montgomery “Monty” Granger (Part 1) Forward-looking, honest, and grounded — without glossing over the hard parts. Podcast Description In Part 1 of this three-part conversation, Montgomery “Monty” Granger takes us back to the weeks and months after September 11, when the U…
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Bishop reflects on Sunday's Gospel. Will Wright helps us understand the baptismal priesthood and we'll hear from Bishop-elect Peter Bui. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events in the Diocese of Phoenix. Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.…
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In this episode of Behind the Bima, Rabbi Efrem Goldberg speaks with Michele Weiss, Mayor-Elect of University Heights, Ohio, about leadership, Jewish responsibility, and what it means to step forward at a moment when many feel pressure to step back. This season of Behind the Bima is sponsored by Julie Charlestein & Darryl Benjamin in honor of their…
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Kind is the announcer and host sidekick on the Netflix show ‘Everybody's Live with John Mulaney.’ "I don't know what the hell I'm doing. You must understand — it's anarchy," he says of the show. He spoke with Terry Gross about having ego but no confidence, working with Sondheim, and working in his father's jewelry store as a teen. Jazz historian Ke…
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Patrick confronts the surge in antisemitism, pulling no punches as he dissects both hate and misinformation circulating in society and online. Challenging Catholic perspectives on current events, he critiques the narrative on Islamophobia while amplifying stories of overlooked Christian persecution and callers wrestling with faith and conscience. Q…
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Patrick spotlights issues from US-Israel relations, beginning with vintage Nixon audio, to the anguish of Nigerian Christians and the struggle for truth amid religious confusion. Listeners bring honest questions about doctrine, personal pain, and family battles; Patrick responds with stories, book suggestions, candid advice, and moments both sharp …
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Patrick questions what happens to meaning, purpose, and the human soul when AI and robotics perform nearly every task faster and better than people. He blends concerns over skills lost and spiritual emptiness with a Catholic perspective, weaving together listener calls about technology, and the enduring search for fulfillment as machines reshape da…
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Jeff Sikkenga, Professor of Political Science and Executive Director of the Ashbrook Center, shares a brief message about the reasons behind and goals of The American Idea, as well as Ashbrook’s plans to celebrate 250 years of America’s independence. Learn more at Ashbrook.org, or about our celebratory plans for 2026 at AshbrookFreedom250.org Host:…
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As the year ends, Israel remains caught between war and uncertainty. With fighting still ongoing and the return of living hostages only weeks behind us, Yaakov sits down with Prof. Yedidia Stern for a hard look at what was achieved, what remains unresolved, and what the coming year may hold – elections, continued conflict, or real change.…
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After surviving the Taliban's 2012 attempted assassination, activist Malala Yousafzai didn't back down. She continued to advocate for girls' education across the globe. In 2014, Yousafzai became the youngest person to win a Nobel Prize, an honor that weighed on her when she went off to college. In ‘Finding My Way,’ she writes about her life at Oxfo…
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