Best Laken Riley Podcasts (2025)

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Farewell... A Final Episode 45:19

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This is our final episode. The demands of creating the show are much greater than its reach, so we are focusing our energies to do good in other ways and leaving the podcast behind. We are grateful to all our listeners, and to all the people who commented and contacted us. We thank you for letting us be part of your lives for the last year. Carry o…

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A challenge to Birthright Citizenship 32:50

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Today we talk about the 14th amendment and the executive order to change it signed recently. We also talk about Episcopal DC Bishop the Right Rev. Mariann Budde, and the new policies of ICE https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/21/politics/ice-can-arrest-people-at-churches-and-schools https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/01/21/republican-reaction-jan…

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Episode 466 - Inauguration Eve - January 19, 2025 46:08

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We talk about the upcoming Inauguration and praying for the President.By Gray Flannel Media

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Defense Secretary Hearings and Chicago Votes to Protect Immigrants 30:02

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SHOW NOTES We talk about the confirmation hearings, the release of the special counsels report and the vote in Chicago to help protect immigrants. https://news.wttw.com/2025/01/15/chicago-city-council-votes-39-11-reject-push-scale-back-protections-undocumented https://apnews.com/article/pete-hegseth-background-defense-secretary-confirmation-hearing…

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Special Counsel Report and the 'Laken Riley Act' 30:24

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SHOW NOTES House Passes 'Laken Riley Act' to Deport Unauthorized Immigrants Charged With Minor Crimes - The New York Times AG Merrick Garland intends to release special counsel report on Trump's Jan. 6 case, DOJ says Justice Dept. to Hold Off Releasing Report on Trump Documents Case - The New York Times Trump Seeks to Halt His Criminal Sentencing i…

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The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Verdict and Sentencing | Court TV Podcast 51:51

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Judge H. Patrick Haggard finds Jose Ibarra guilty of all charges and gives him the maximum sentence of life without the possibility of parole in the murder of Laken Riley. Laken's family and friends also give their victim impact statements in this episode of the Court TV Podcast. To catch up on the facts, CLICK HERE. (https://www.courttv.com/tag/la…

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Listener Questions about Religion and Reflections on the Death of Jimmy Carter 48:50

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Today Craig answers several listener questions about religion and morality. Cecil chimes in with his thoughts. They both chat about the death of former President Jimmy Carter. The idea of a trial of innocence asking each human whether to do well or not do well comes from André LaCocque, Onslaught Against Innocence, Cain, Abel, and the Yahwist. (Eug…

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The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Closing Arguments | Court TV Podcast 1:15:45

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Special Prosecutor Sheila Ross presents the state's closing arguments in the trial of Jose Ibarra, stating that the evidence is overwhelming and should prove he brutally murdered Laken Riley. Defense attorney Kaitlyn Beck delivers her closing arguments, asserting that the evidence presented is circumstantial and does not constitute proof beyond a r…

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Episode 465 - Disney Trip Recap Christmas Eve - December 24, 2024 44:41

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We talk about our recent trips and some learns we had along the way using lightning lane.By Gray Flannel Media

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Pardons, Trump Sues Iowa Pollster, and Judge Denies Trump's Bid to Throw Out Conviction 39:20

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We talk about pardons for immigrants in detention and then discuss a few Trump cases as he settles in to take office next month. Show Notes Part II of Craig's article that discusses all the biblical protagonists who would have been unlawful under U.S. immigration law, "You Were Told to Love the Immigrant, But What If the Story Never Happened? Hospi…

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The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: DNA and Autopsy Testimony | Court TV Podcast 49:45

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In this episode, Wesley Durkit, Digital Forensics Examiner, testifies about data collected from Riley’s iPhone showing her heart rate reached 170 bpm, slowed, came to a dramatic stop, hit zero, then spiked, indicating she underwent CPR. Crime Lab Scientist Ashley Hinkle said the DNA from a blue jacket and under Laken Riley’s fingernails matched Jos…

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Episode 464 - Are you on Tally the Elf's Naughty List - December 13, 2024 30:20

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We discuss Tally the DisneWorld Parade Elf who is making headlines.By Gray Flannel Media

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The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Laken’s Last Moments and Ibarra’s Injuries | Court TV Podcast 44:18

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This episode of "The Murder Trial of Laken Riley" features testimony from the second day involving Corporal Rafael Sayan of the UGA Police Department. He discusses his questioning of Jose Ibarra about the scratches found on his body after the crime. Additionally, Sergeant Sophie Raboud, also from UGA PD, analyzes the movements of Laken Riley and Ib…

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Chicago as Ground Zero for Mass Deportations 29:20

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Mr. Homan makes a false claim that nine out of ten people who claim asylum never get relief. ("Chicago to be ground zero for mass deportations, Trump border czar tells Illinois Republicans," Tina Sfondeles, December 9, 2024, Chicago Sun Times: https://chicago.suntimes.com/politics/donald-trump/2024/12/09/border-czar-tom-homan-donald-trump-chicago-p…

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The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Crime Scene Testimony | Court TV Podcast 30:58

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University of Georgia Police Sgt. Kenneth Maxwell took the stand and described finding Laken Riley’s body using the screenshots of where the victim’s roommates had tracked her phone. Maxwell said that Laken had clear trauma to her head and was stiff when he found her. He said it appeared her shirt had been pushed up above her breasts. The waistband…

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Boycotting the Press, Hunter Biden Pardon 37:08

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We talk about several news stories on this week's show. Check out our show notes below: For more information on the disproportionate toll on Palestinians lives since 1917, see Rashid Khalidi, The Hundred Years' War on Palestine, A History of Settler Colonialism and Resistance, 1917-2017, (N.Y., Henry Holt & Co., 2020). The Haaretz podcast quoted in…

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Episode 463 - The Great British Baking Show - December 2, 2024 31:38

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We review the current season of the Great British Baking Show.By Gray Flannel Media

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Israel, Gaza, and Reflections on Thanksgiving 28:49

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You can find the op-ed by Thomas Friedman, "Mr. Trump, Do You Realize How Much the World Has Changed Since You Were President?" Nov. 26, 202 at: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/26/opinion/trump-israel-iran.html Abraham Lincoln's Thanksgiving Proclamation, October 3, 1863, can be found at: https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/sites/default/files/doc…

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The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Laken’s Roommates Testify | Court TV Podcast 33:18

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Laken’s roommates testify about the morning of her murder. Lilly Steiner conveys how she was growing concerned about the victim and uses the ‘Find My Friends’ app to find her phone. She describes tracking victim Laken Riley's location, noting that she had been 'in the woods for a while.' Sofia Magana said that she took her dog on a walk toward the …

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The Murder Trial of Laken Riley: Opening Statements | Court TV Podcast 1:08:25

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In this episode of 'The Murder of Laken Riley,' Special Prosecutor Sheila Ross passionately conveyed to the judge the harrowing struggle that Laken Riley endured, stating that she "fought for her life" and fiercely defended her "dignity" in the face of Jose Ibarra's attempted rape. Meanwhile, Defense Attorney Dustin Kirby presented a contrasting vi…

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Episode 462 - Thanksgiving - November 25, 2024 41:05

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We talk about getting ready for the trip and discuss some of the changes that are happening in Disney parks.By Gray Flannel Media

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Encountering Different Worldviews 12:27

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A short solo podcast this week. Talking about what we talked about last week and clarifying for some listeners.By Lawful Assembly Podcast

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Episode 461 - News including Laken Riley, England has Fallen, Where's Joe Biden - November 18, 2024 39:37

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We talk news headlines including the Laken Riley case, England has fallen with people going to jail because of social media posts, G20 summit and Joe Biden missed the picture, and great way to get some confirmations done.By Gray Flannel Media

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Welcoming the Stranger vs. MAGA Jesus 43:05

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Today Craig and Cecil discuss the differences in how groups use Christianity to shape their ideas on immigration. The chapter contrasting the Migrant 4 Life from MAGA Jesus and the immigration consequences of the Tower of Babel story, "A Migrant 4 Life Journeys to the New Tower of Babel: Christianity and Immigration," can be found at: https://paper…

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Episode 460 - God Bless America - November 11, 2024 45:47

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We discuss the joy of being unburded by what has been, Kamala's election loss. We also talk 5th amendment.By Gray Flannel Media

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Post Election Thoughts 20:50

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Craig and Cecil talk about the election results, what to do next and how to move forward. Notes for this episode: Marcela Valdes, "What a Crackdown on Immigration Could Mean for Cheap Milk," NY Times Magazine, October 15, 2024: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/15/magazine/milk-industry-undocumented-immigrants.html?searchResultPosition=1 Harriet Tubm…

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The Madison Square Garden Rally, Elon's Givaways 46:16

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We spend much of this week's show talking about and playing clips from the Madison Square Garden Rally. We also cover some news stories about Elon Musk and a new defamation lawsuit filed against Donald Trump Trump at the Garden: A Closing Carnival of Grievances, Misogyny and Racism There's a Big New Defamation Lawsuit Against Trump. It's a Slam Dun…

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Discussing Pernicious Polarization with Dr. Jennifer McCoy, Ph.D. 48:17

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Our guest Today is Dr. Jennifer McCoy, Ph.D. She is a Professor of Political Science at Georgia State University. We discussed Pernicious Polarization, what causes it, and how to combat it. Overcoming Polarization Journal of Democracy, Volume 32, Number 1, January 2021, Johns Hopkins University Press Peter Marty's quote is from "Playing to the Crow…

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Episode 459 - Kamala Mocking - October 21, 2024 43:35

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We talk about the 3rd and 4th amendments and how Kamala mocks Christians.By Gray Flannel Media

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Trump Bibles in Oklahoma and Voting Like Jesus 43:31

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This week we talk about several news stories. All the stories are linked below. Megachurch pastor tells congregation to "vote like Jesus" by supporting Trump 'Trump Bible' one of few that meet Walters' criteria for Oklahoma classrooms FBI Kavanaugh probe tightly controlled by Trump White House, congressional report finds - The Washington Post DeSan…

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Jack Smith's Latest Legal Filing in the Trump v. United States Case 39:40

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This week we talk about the newest legal filing by Jack Smith in the DC Trump Case. We talk about what is in it and some commentary on the filing itself and the timing of the filing. https://static01.nyt.com/newsgraphics/documenttools/73357920e3c8d739/8fc8bfd0-full.pdf How Jack Smith Outsmarted the Supreme Court Opinion | Jack Smith Owes Us an Expl…

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Episode 458 - SamAsh Cast Constitution Talk - October 7, 2024 39:05

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We talk about the Constitution and the first 2 amendments.By Gray Flannel Media

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Overhaul SCOTUS, Fact Checking Immigrant Crime Data 39:34

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Sweeping bill to overhaul Supreme Court would add six justices Rudy Giuliani disbarred in D.C. over 2020 election scheme Trump turns to darker rhetoric as voting begins : NPR How Trump distorts immigration and crime data in new attacks on Harris - The Washington Post Biden Administration Cements Harmful Asylum Restrictions Two NIJC reports on the n…

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Haitians File Suit Against Trump and Vance, Judge Cannon and Her Right Wing Funded Junkets 44:00

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We talk about several stories on this week's show and field a voicemail from a listener. Judge Aileen Cannon Failed to Disclose a Right-Wing Junket — ProPublica Marcellus Williams is executed despite prosecutors and the victim's family asking that he be spared | CNN Haitian group in Springfield, Ohio, files citizen criminal charges against Trump an…

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Trump's Attacks on Immigrants; Ginni Thomas and the First Liberty Institute 32:21

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We talk about several news stories this last week. We start by discussing the debates and then move on to talking about Ginni Thomas and the recent story in ProPublica enlisting help opposing SCOTUS reform. Judge Sets Deadlines in Trump Election Case, Saying Campaign Is 'Not Relevant' Ginni Thomas Email Praised Group Opposing SCOTUS Reform — ProPub…

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How They Would Dismantle Asylum Using Project 2025 36:31

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TRAC at Syracuse University's report on legal representation, "Too Few Immigration Attorneys: Average representation Rates Fall from 65% to 30%, can be found at: https://trac.syr.edu/reports/736/ Dorothee Soelle's quote can be found in The Window of Vulnerability, A Political Spirituality, (Minneapolis, Fortress Press, 1990), p.7. 2025: https://sta…

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The Revised January 6th Indictment, Judge Luttig Endorses Harris 31:31

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We cover several stories in the news this week: The information regarding Georgia Governor Eugene Talmadge removing more that one million voters from his state's voter registration came from political scientist Rober Mickey in "American Needs Georgia Republicans to Defend Democracy Again," Mary Gay, The New York Times, August 29, 2024: https://www.…

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The Immigration Blueprint in Project 2025 33:28

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Today we read the section of Project 2025 on the restructuring of the Department of Homeland Security and what that has to do with the future of immigration in possible Trump presidency. Show notes: Current USCIS Mission Statement: https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/mission-and-core-values Project 2025: https://static.project2025.org/2025_MandateForLea…

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Historical Connections - 1968 and 2024 Democratic National Convention 39:00

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Today I ask Craig about the year 1968 and the Democratic National Convention. He gives me a history lesson on the year leading up to the riots in Chicago. References: Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez 2024 DNC speech. Senator Raphael Warnock's 2024 DNC speech. The Executive Summary of the "Rights in Conflict" report regarding indiscriminate p…

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Summer Break! 3:47

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Craig took a week off recording to head to the woods of Maine to enjoy this summer. I have a short message for our listeners to help the show grow. Full show next week!By Lawful Assembly Podcast

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Election Season Immigration Myths Debunked 35:16

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Today we talk about immigration myths and debunk the most common ones that will crop up this election season. The Refugee Convention and Protocoal Relating to the Status of Refugees (quote from page 5): https://www.unhcr.org/media/convention-and-protocol-relating-status-refugees For information on non-citizens voting and how few cases have been fou…

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Biden Suggests Ways to Rein in Supreme Court, How to Stay Positive 37:14

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Today we talk about President Biden's plan to reform the supreme court. We also field a question on how to remain positive in a world that inundates us with negativity. Democrats May Have a Real Chance to Reform the Supreme Court FACT SHEET: President Biden Announces Bold Plan to Reform the Supreme Court and Ensure No President Is Above the Law | T…

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US vs Rahimi Case and How to Reconsider Gun Policy 41:00

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We finish our conversation on recent gun decisions in the supreme court. We also talk about what we might consider good gun law. United States v. Rahimi (June 21, 2014); https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/23pdf/22-915new_ihdk.pdf Sophie Sherry's article in the July 23, 2024 Chicago Sun Times, "Domestic violence deaths spiked 110% in Illinois las…

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McDonald, Bruen, Gun rights, and A Dismissal by Judge Cannon 46:22

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We contiune our second ammendment discussion in light of the recent attempt on the life of the former president. We also talk about the dismissal of the documents case. New York State Rifle and Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen, 142 S.Ct.2111 (2022): https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/21pdf/20-843_new_m648.pdf To review Justice Breyer's list of …

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Episode 457 - Trump 2024 - July 14, 2024 41:37

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Why we will be voting for Donald Trump for President in November 2024.By Gray Flannel Media

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The Bedrock of Second Amendment Cases: DC vs. Heller (2008) 36:34

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Today is the first part of a series on recenct Supreme Court cases on the Second Ammendment. Today we talk about the District of Columbia vs Heller District of Columbia v. Heller, 554 U.S. 570 (2008): https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/boundvolumes/554bv.pdf Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence: https://giffords.org/lawcenter/gun-laws/lit…

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Presidential Immunity 47:37

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We are releasing a little early this week because this is an important episode and much of the week is a holiday. Trump v. United States: https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/23pdf/23-939_e2pg.pdf "The Man for All Seasons" (Final Scene): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODejZPHC9vU&t=2s Dr. Susan Thistlethwaite "Fight On" on Substack: https://susan…

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Episode 456 - Disney Hates Christians, Change My Mind - July 1, 2024 45:31

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We talk Disney including Inside Out 2 and give short review. Disney parks struggle and continue to behave in a way that shows they are not fans of Christians.

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Emergency Abortions in Idaho, Ten Commandments in Louisiana 37:01

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Today we talk about the Supreme Court case in Idaho and the Ten Commandments in classrooms in Louisiana. Sister Helen Prejean, Dead Man Walking, The Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty That Sparked a National Debate,(Vintage Books, 2013), 218-219. Michael L. Radelet, Hugo A. Bedau, Constance Putnam, In Spite of Innocence: Erroneous Convictions …

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Recent Supreme Court Rulings 36:01

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We recorded on Juneteenth so we talk about the history briefly. We also discuss the recent supreme court rulings. "The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth:" https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth Biden Executive Orders: Links: White House Fact Sheet: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/06/18/fac…