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Politics and Religion. We’re not supposed to talk about that, right? Wrong! We only say that nowadays because the loudest, most extreme voices have taken over the whole conversation. Well, we‘re taking some of that space back! If you’re dying for some dialogue instead of all the yelling; if you know it’s okay to have differences without having to hate each other; if you believe politics and religion are too important to let ”the screamers” drown out the rest of us and would love some engagin ...
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Plain Civics

Bobbi Fisher and Joe Ulery

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Hosted by Bobbi Fisher + Joe Ulery. A nonpolitical, educational podcast in which we highlight how our government works - so, you understand how to make the government work for you. From the Electoral College, to navigating Election Day, or how an idea becomes law, we simplify the mechanics of our government. Our goal is to empower you with knowledge and confidence to participate in the Great Experiment - the concept of the United States of America as a nation founded on the principles of dem ...
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What's Important Now has been airing since 2003. Hosted by Tom Sears, the program takes a look at current events and applies biblical understanding to them. This program focuses heavily on America's Christian Heritage and the fight to ensure it's survival. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-s-important-now--2969759/support.
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What’s Important Now Presented by AnchorPoint Media Network In a time when truth is blurred and values are under attack, What’s Important Now cuts through the noise to address the issues that matter most. Hosted by Tom Sears, this compelling program tackles the challenges of our day and fights for the very soul of America — all while viewing current events, culture, and life through the unshakable truth of God’s Word. Each episode blends biblical insight, courageous commentary, and practical ...
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News, stories, and updates from the City of Redding. Each month we explore key topics important to the City of Redding and connect with the leaders and experts of these initiatives to learn more about how and why things are happening. Connect with us at [email protected] or on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram @cityofredding.
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Civics for Life

Civics for Life

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This is the official podcast of Civics for Life. Civics for Life is an initiative of the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute for American Democracy. Civics for Life is an online resource center for multigenerational civics education, civil discourse and civic engagement.
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Rebel Justice

Rebel Justice - The View Magazine

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What is justice? Who does it serve? Why should you care? When we think about justice, we think about it as an abstract, something that happens to someone else, somewhere else. But justice and the law regulate every aspect of our interactions with each other, with organisations, and with the government. We never think about it until it impacts our lives, or that of someone close. Our guests are women with lived experience of the justice system whether as victims or women who have committed cr ...
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Back to Business: Calgary

Calgary Petroleum Club

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Rooted in the city of Calgary's intendent spirited history, the Club is a dynamic place to dine, meet and to connect for business and personal engagements. Podcasting directly from the Club to share insight and inspiration from Calgary's business leaders. Focusing on the varied industry leaders that make Calgary one of the BEST cities in North America to live and work in. In the vibrant city of Calgary, Alberta, Home to the Largest Outdoor Rodeo Show on Earth, The Calgary Stampede, and a cit ...
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The Head and the Heart Podcast is a series of conversations exploring current affairs, ideas, and themes that shape civic and cultural life. We aim to elevate public dialogue by giving important topics a forum where the time and space exists to investigate them fully. And then asking ourselves why we believe what we believe about a subject. Are our opinions thoughtfully held, or have we been successfully marketed to? In essence, are we motivated by the head or by our hearts? The Head and the ...
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How did the United States Constitution become the supreme law of the land? Who wrote it? What issues did they face? Why is the Constitution important to us today? The Constitution is under attack at the same time few Americans can answer simple questions about what it says and what it means. Becoming America: The Constitutional Convention of 1787 addresses these important issues in a unique blend of interviews with nationally acclaimed scholars and experts and lively, upbeat songs from the n ...
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What if the role of “pastor’s wife” wasn’t biblical at all, but a cultural invention that sidelined women from ministry? Dr. Beth Allison Barr pulls back the curtain on how power, patriarchy, and politics shaped Evangelical churches—and why reclaiming women’s voices could change everything. Episode Summary So glad to sit down with Dr. Beth Allison …
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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Jen Aitken is a travel agent in Calgary providing clients with exceptional deals! She specializes in bucket list trips and those ‘YOLO’ moments. Having traveled to 5 continents including Antarcti…
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Is America Dying? Part 4 — The Collapse of Leadership Rome didn’t fall in a day—it fell when leaders stopped serving and started serving themselves. In this episode of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears looks at the collapse of leadership—one of the clearest warning signs of a nation in decline. From Rome’s corrupt emperors to America’s political grid…
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After October 7, Rabbi Michael Holzman wasn’t just mourning—he was mobilizing. A project he had already spent years developing. Discover how one rabbi is using ancient wisdom, civic rituals, and interfaith grit to heal our fractured democracy. In this episode, we sit down with Rabbi Michael Holzman, spiritual leader of the Northern Virginia Hebrew …
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At the most recent City Council meeting, Public Works Director Michael Webb gave an update on the state of Redding’s roads. He explained that while the overall road network is rated in “fair” condition, many streets are well past their useful life — and once a road fully fails, the cost to rebuild is several times higher than keeping up with mainte…
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In this City Council Recap, Steve and Katie break down the September 16, 2025 Redding City Council meeting. The evening began with a heartfelt farewell to City Manager Barry Tippin, honoring his 21 years of service. The agenda also featured updates from Visit Redding on tourism marketing, Christian Church Homes on affordable senior housing, and Sup…
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Send us a text Justice and law touch every aspect of our lives, yet we rarely think about them until they directly impact us or those we love. When they fail, the consequences can be devastating, especially for the most vulnerable among us. Janine Ewen's story begins in Northern Ireland during the Troubles, where political conflict formed the backd…
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A deeply personal and timely conversation with Governor John Kasich on bridging divides, living your values, and why forgiveness is essential in today’s fractured political landscape. We were so pleased to be joined by Governor John Kasich who opens up about the role of faith, forgiveness, and civic duty in his life and career. The conversation spa…
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✨ This Is Not the Way — The Tragedy of the Assassination of Charlie Kirk and What It Means for Our Country In this episode, we take time to reflect on the shocking assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, who was gunned down while speaking at a college campus. Instead of political posturing, let's have humane, constructive dialogue—a…
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Episode Summary In Part 3 of the series Is America Dying?, Tom Sears examines the decline of civic virtue—the spirit of responsibility, honesty, sacrifice, and service that once held America together. From the self-sacrifice of the WWII home front to the disillusionment of the 1970s, Tom traces the timeline of how America went from “What can I give…
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Episode Summary In Part 3 of the series Is America Dying?, Tom Sears tackles another warning sign of national decline: the death of civic virtue.From the Revolution to World War II, Americans built their nation on sacrifice, honesty, service, and responsibility. But today, civic virtue is in retreat. Trust in institutions has collapsed, patriotism …
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*"In Part 3 of the series Is America Dying?, Tom Sears explores one of the greatest warning signs of decline—the death of civic virtue. From the founding of America, civic virtue—responsibility, sacrifice, honesty, and service—was the glue that held the republic together. But today, trust has collapsed, patriotism has plummeted, civic knowledge is …
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Send us a text What happens when a woman who gives voice to the voiceless becomes the target of the very system she criticises? Farah Damji's story challenges everything we believe about justice, compassion, and human dignity in modern Britain. Farah—a mother, editor, writer, and fierce advocate for women in prison—founded The View magazine in 2020…
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Why defending expression—even the speech you hate—is essential to democracy in 2025. Episode Summary: It was great to welcome back Greg Lukianoff, President and CEO of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). Greg is also a New York Times bestselling author and executive producer of the feature-length documentaries Can We Take a …
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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Professionals who care deeply about breaking down barriers for their 70+ year-old clients rely on Lisa Maragh and Your Senior’s Concierge to manage the intricate and often overwhelming details of…
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In this episode of the Redding City Council, Steve breaks down the key highlights from the September 2, 2025, meeting. Topics include: The Council’s decision to appoint an interim city manager as Barry Tippin prepares for retirement Community concerns over Motorsports Park Approval of new infrastructure and trail projects Adoption of a tobacco reta…
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Dobson and MacArthur shaped a movement. Now it's time to ask: at what cost? ✨ Episode Summary In this powerful roundtable conversation, host Corey Nathan is joined by author and public theologian Lisa Sharon Harper and pastor Joe Smith to explore the complex legacies of James Dobson and John MacArthur—two towering figures in American Evangelicalism…
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Send us a text What happens when you fall through the cracks between two nations? For Carol Lloyd, it's meant a decade-long nightmare of prison cells, medical neglect, and abandonment by the very governments meant to protect her. Carol sits in a Canadian prison today – triple-bunked, seriously ill, and without legal representation. Her British pass…
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What happens when law firms, universities, and elections come under fire—and how we can all help hold the line for democracy. 🧭 Episode Summary In this timely and incisive conversation, Daniel Weiner, a leading legal expert on democracy and rule of law, joins host Corey Nathan to unpack the rising authoritarian tendencies in the U.S., how democrati…
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*"In this extended edition of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears goes beyond the broadcast to take a deeper look at one of the greatest threats facing America: the collapse of the family.On radio, you heard the warning signs. But here, Tom digs further—examining history’s lessons from Rome, Israel, the Industrial Revolution, and even the family collap…
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*"Is America dying? In this episode of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears examines one of the clearest warning signs of national decline: the collapse of the family. From skyrocketing fatherlessness to the redefinition of marriage, America is experiencing the same decay that once brought down the Roman Empire. When families fall apart, nations soon fo…
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*"In this extended edition of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears goes beyond the broadcast to take a deeper look at one of the greatest threats facing America: the collapse of the family. On radio, you heard the warning signs. But here, Tom digs further—examining history’s lessons from Rome, Israel, the Industrial Revolution, and even the family colla…
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🎙️ Program Description *"Is America dying? In this episode of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears examines one of the clearest warning signs of national decline: the collapse of the family. From skyrocketing fatherlessness to the redefinition of marriage, America is experiencing the same decay that once brought down the Roman Empire. When families fall…
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A recent USA Today article raised concerns about PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” in drinking water across the country—and even suggested that Redding’s water was “well over the limit.” However, that information is outdated and no longer reflects our current water supply. In this episode, Katie and Steve sit down with Josh Watkins, Water Utility Manag…
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Send us a message Listen as hosts Bobbi Fisher and Joe Ulery discuss what your duties and responsibilities are as citizens of the United States. Duties such as following laws and serving on a jury are required, and responsibilities such as voting and staying informed about the issues are expected. But there are more than these. So, listen and learn…
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Is there any escaping the "Us vs. Them" mindset? 🗣️ Episode Summary What are the pitfalls of engaging in political and religious discourse—especially on platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram? Drawing from recent interactions on his posts about Israel, Trump, democracy, and faith, Corey breaks down how NOT to engage in these conversations, u…
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Send us a text Welcome back to Rebel Justice and part two of our illuminating conversation with Meg Egan, CEO of the Women's Prison Association—America's first organization dedicated to women impacted by incarceration. Where our first episode explored personal stories driving WPA's mission, this segment zooms out to examine systemic solutions. Meg …
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Redding Regional Airport applied for funding two years ago and just received more than $24 million in federal funding to completely rehabilitate its main runway—a critical project for both travelers and the community. In this episode, Katie and Steve sit down with Airport Manager Andrew Solsvig to discuss why now is the ideal time for this investme…
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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we're celebrating 100 episodes! Stella Cosby is a corporate director and former C-Suite executive with over 30 years of experience in global agriculture, energy, mining, transportation, petrochemical, pipeline, and industrial sectors. She is a values-based leader with a proven track record of successfu…
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🎙️ Diving back into the gerrymandering / redistricting wars and the so-called "war on democracy." Is it a real war or political hyperbole? Corey unpacks recent redistricting efforts in Texas and California, confronts ethical and legal questions, and most importantly, discusses how we talk about these issues — especially when we disagree. From insti…
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*"Is America dying? In this week’s broadcast of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears examines the warning signs of national decline. From lawlessness in the streets to the erosion of Christian values, America is showing the same cracks that once led to the fall of Rome. In this 30-minute episode, Tom confronts the realities of political division, cultur…
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🎙️ Podcast Description – America Is Dying*"Is America dying? In this powerful extended episode of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears takes you beyond the headlines and into history. The Roman Empire—the greatest superpower of its time—collapsed not because of enemies at the gates, but because of corruption, debt, decadence, and decay from within. In t…
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🎙️ Podcast Description – America Is Dying *"Is America dying? In this powerful extended episode of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears takes you beyond the headlines and into history. The Roman Empire—the greatest superpower of its time—collapsed not because of enemies at the gates, but because of corruption, debt, decadence, and decay from within. In …
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🎙️ Podcast Description – 30-Minute Broadcast Episode *"Is America dying? In this week’s broadcast of What’s Important Now, Tom Sears examines the warning signs of national decline. From lawlessness in the streets to the erosion of Christian values, America is showing the same cracks that once led to the fall of Rome. In this 30-minute episode, Tom …
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Title: Lawlessness, Lies, and the Need for Revival Description: In this episode of What’s Important Now, host Tom Sears takes a hard look at the issues gripping America today—rising lawlessness, the crisis of truth, and the dangers of unchecked social media. Through a biblical lens, Tom exposes how the rejection of God’s law leads to chaos in our s…
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Dr. Terence Lester on overcoming poverty, confronting systemic racism in education, and how we can show up for students our schools are failing. Introduction: Dr. Terence Lester is an activist, speaker, professor, and founder of Love Beyond Walls, a nonprofit focused on raising awareness about poverty and homelessness. Dr. Lester shares his remarka…
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In this episode Katie and Steve break down everything you missed from the August 19, 2025 City Council meeting. From a unanimous vote to rescind the First Responder Fee (and refund residents who were billed) — to the first steps toward creating Entertainment Zones, and a plan to keep the Civic Auditorium open with some assistance — there was no sho…
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Send us a text Meg Egan, CEO of the Women’s Prison Association, takes us inside the oldest U.S. organization dedicated to supporting women impacted by incarceration. Since 1845, WPA has quietly revolutionized justice for women and families, addressing root causes like poverty, trauma, and the criminalization of survival. Meg shares how WPA has evol…
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Not Right. Not Left. Not Crazy. Just Real Talk About Politics and People. 43% of Us Aren’t Partisan Left or Right. This Episode Is for You. Reflecting on what it means to be politically independent in a time of increasing polarization. Drawing on personal stories and hot-button issues like Israel/Palestine, redistricting, and public safety, host Co…
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Podcast Episode Description Title: Lawlessness, Lies, and the Need for Revival Description: In this episode of What’s Important Now, host Tom Sears takes a hard look at the issues gripping America today—rising lawlessness, the crisis of truth, and the dangers of unchecked social media. Through a biblical lens, Tom exposes how the rejection of God’s…
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Send us a text When does protest become terrorism? In one of the most alarming developments in a generation, the UK government has prescribed Palestine Action under counter-terrorism legislation, placing a direct action group alongside neo-Nazi organisations and making it a criminal offence to express support for them. This groundbreaking episode d…
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Send us a message In this special episode we are going to explore some common misconceptions about various topics related to civics. We tried to think of things we have heard people say that made us stop and think, “What?” Maybe the “what” meant, “That person doesn’t know what they are talking about,” or maybe it meant, ”Wow, I didn’t know that and…
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Exposing the New Apostolic Reformation's anti-democratic Seven Mountain Mandate and its profound impact on Christian nationalism, urging a return to interreligious dialogue and Jesus' core teachings to rehumanize faith and defend liberal democracy - we're joined by Dr. Matthew D. Taylor to discuss all this and more. Dr. Matthew D. Taylor is a leadi…
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Welcome to the Back to Business Podcast, where we spotlight Calgary's industry leaders and delve into the heart of entrepreneurialism in our vibrant city! Natasha Phipps is a passionate real estate professional and investment specialist. Earning her Realtor® license in 2008 and holding a Degree in Marketing, she has built a nationally recognized re…
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Principles, Polarization, and the Perils of Partisan Shaming. Let's dive into the heated “Redistricting Wars” in Texas, California, and other states. Using David French’s framework of “Is it legal? Is it ethical? Is it wise?”, Corey examines the legal, moral, and strategic angles of mid-decade redistricting. From explaining the political strategies…
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What happened between the election of the first black president in 2008 and the reelection of Donald Trump in 2024 that's led to "the age of certainty and the demise of discourse"? Well, as the brilliant writer Thomas Chatterton Williams recounts in his new book, there was the SUMMER OF OUR DISCONTENT. In this episode, we get to sit down with Thoma…
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Send us a text What happens when two young university students decide they can no longer stand by while weapons made in Britain fuel a genocide? For Fatema Zainab and Zoe, both just barely in their twenties, the answer led them to a prison cell where they've remained for nine months – with no trial in sight until November. The "Filton 18" case repr…
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How Did We Get Here? From Outrage to Applauding Atrocity In this edition, host Corey Nathan offers a timely and deeply personal reflection on a disturbing trend in society: the growing tendency to dehumanize one another. We unpack two tragic incidents that sparked widespread and even celebratory reactions online—mass murders of corporate executives…
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Today we’re talking about something that quietly powers a lot of what the city does—GIS, or Geographic Information Systems. From Wildfire mapping to City Zoning and property maps, the City of Redding GIS team helps city departments visualize and plan for the future. We’re joined by Steve Kincaid, the Manager of the GIS Mapping Division here at the …
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