Best Roger Ream Podcasts (2025)

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Socialism Sucks: Robert Lawson on the Real-World Consequences of Central Planning 30:39

11d ago30:39

30:39

Roger welcomes Robert Lawson, economist, author, and director of the Bridwell Institute for Economic Freedom at Southern Methodist University. Lawson is the co-author of “Socialism Sucks: Two Economists Drink Their Way Through the Unfree World.” In this episode, they discuss Lawson’s firsthand observations from socialist regimes including Venezuela…

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The Journalist Who Wouldn't Be Silenced: Benjamin Hall's Story of Survival and Recovery 31:14

25d ago31:14

31:14

Roger welcomes Benjamin Hall, FOX News correspondent and New York Times bestselling author, for a powerful conversation about courage, recovery and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity. They discuss Halls’ harrowing experience surviving a Russian missile strike while covering the war in Ukraine, the loss of his colleagues that day and t…

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 E:11 Recap of College this year w/ Pablo Garcia #BingBong 42:00

29d ago42:00

42:00

Lily is back for her final episode of the semester! Pablo Garcia joins her to talk about dabbling in a little bit of everything! They share all that God has done in each of their lives in the past year at college!

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 E: 10 Made in the Image of God!! 23:20

1M ago23:20

23:20

Lily is back! This episode is all about body image! Lily encourages her listeners to seek out the Lord and what He says about you as you may be struggling with how you look! Tune in to hear about her take on how to fight the toxic thoughts of comparison!

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Satire in the Age of Censorship: How Kyle Mann and the Babylon Bee Preserve Humor and Navigate Cancel Culture 21:22

1M ago21:22

21:22

Roger welcomes Kyle Mann, a comedian, writer, podcast host, and the editor-in-chief of the Babylon Bee. They discuss the origin story of the Babylon Bee, the creative process behind crafting their daily satirical headlines, and their expansion into film and other media projects. Plus, how they navigate the landscape of censorship and fact-checking,…

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 E:9 Being Steadfast in the Waiting (ft. Sheridan Rogers) 25:20

2M ago25:20

25:20

Lily is joined by Sheridan Rogers to talk about how they have navigated waiting seasons in their life. They talk about how they have learned to trust God through it and not miss out on how He is working in the waiting! Tune in to hear more!

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Leadership in Action: Lessons from A TFAS Summer in Washington 31:50

2M ago31:50

31:50

On this very special episode of Liberty + Leadership recorded at the TFAS Annual Conference in Naples, Florida, Roger welcomes Catherine Shea and Caleb Davis, two recent TFAS alumni from the summer class of 2024. Catherine and Caleb share their positive TFAS experiences, highlighting the program’s focus on fostering open dialogue, civility and resp…

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 E:8 Life Update!! 22:42

2M ago22:42

22:42

Lily is back after a week of a restful spring break! She is giving all her listeners a life update and how God has been working in her life! Tune in to see all that she has planned for the next year!

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Dan Proft on Challenging the Status Quo 29:19

2M ago29:19

29:19

On this special episode of the Liberty + Leadership Podcast, recorded live at the Annual TFAS Conference in Naples, Florida, Roger welcomes Dan Proft. Proft is co-host of the morning drive-time radio talk show Chicago’s Morning Answer and a 1993 TFAS alumnus. They discuss, Proft's successful career in radio, his experience as a TFAS student and his…

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Unyielding Resolve: Captive Nations and the Path to Freedom with Paula Dobriansky 31:04

2M ago31:04

31:04

Roger welcomes Ambassador Paula Dobriansky, the former Under Secretary of State for Democracy and Global Affairs and editor of her father Lev Dobriansky’s newly released book, “Unyielding Resolve: Captive Nations and the Path to Freedom.” Together, they discuss Lev Dobriansky’s work advocating for the rights of captive nations, his role in establis…

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 Ep:7 Seeking out Godly Friendships! (ft. Caroline Reams) 38:07

2M ago38:07

38:07

In this episode, Lily brings on Caroline Reams, her roomie and bff to talk about Godly friendships. Caroline talks about the challenges she faced in high school to find Christian community, but how God answered her prayers and brought her Christian community in college. Tune in to hear about the different things Caroline and Lily do to build connec…

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 Ep:6 How to get out of a Spiritual funk!! 22:21

3M ago22:21

22:21

This episode is all about ways to get out of a spiritual funk! Lily talks about her experiences when she has felt unmotivated in her walk or even far from God, but how He is right there waiting to embrace you with open arms. She hopes to encourage you, build you up, and help you recognize that you are not alone or ever too far gone.…

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Leadership Lessons from Our Top Presidents with Talmage Boston 32:16

3M ago32:16

32:16

Roger welcomes Talmage Boston, a lawyer, historian, and author of “How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons From Our Top Presidents,” which was released in April of last year. They explore Boston’s top 8 presidents, the leadership lessons they teach Americans — especially young Americans developing their leadership characteristics, and the importanc…

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 E:5 Recognizing the Enemy and how to fight back Spiritually (ft. Hayden Hunter) 41:14

3M ago41:14

41:14

Lily is back this week with special guest Hayden Hunter. They talk about how to be aware that we are constantly under spiritual attack, how to defend, and how to respond. Tune in for some insight over the unseen battles of everyday life.By Tower Media

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 E:4 Putting on the Armor of God 25:45

3M ago25:45

25:45

Lily talks about how important putting on the armor of God is. She speaks Ephesians 6:10-20 over her listeners and warns them of the devil's schemes against them. Listen to this week in preparation for next week's episode on spiritual warfare!By Tower Media

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From the White House to the Crisis Room: An Inside Look with Ari Fleischer 29:58

3M ago29:58

29:58

Roger welcomes Ari Fleischer, former White House Press Secretary under President George W. Bush and an esteemed communication and crisis management leader. They discuss Fleischer’s firsthand experience of the September 11 attacks while serving as White House Press Secretary, reflecting on the immediate chaos and the key lessons learned in crisis ma…

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 E:3 Letting God have control over my life 20:55

4M ago20:55

20:55

Episode three of season two is out! Tune in as Lily talks about giving up your control to the Lord. She talks about her dog, May, and how she did not like to follow Lily as she ran with her. Lily realized that we are like May when it comes to following God's path. We want to go our own way, but it leads to destruction! Be encouraged to surrender yo…

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The Cost of Courage: Mark L. Clifford on the Life of Jimmy Lai 29:38

4M ago29:38

29:38

This week, Roger welcomes Mark L. Clifford, the president of the Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong Foundation and author of “The Troublemaker: How Jimmy Lai Became a Billionaire, Hong Kong's Greatest Dissident, and China's Most Feared Critic,” which was released in December of 2024. They discuss the remarkable life story of Jimmy Lai, a Chinese re…

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Lifestyle with Lilz S:2 Ep:2 Living a Life of Repentance (ft. Shaylee Carver) 42:06

4M ago42:06

42:06

Lily is back for week two of season two! She brought on Shaylee Carver to talk about the difference between apology and repentance. Shaylee talks about ways to get out of sin cycles. They mention how the cycles of sin can bring us to having a heart change which allows us to grow more in Christ!By Tower Media

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 13 Living a life impacting the Kingdom 30:06

4M ago30:06

30:06

Lily is back! The first episode of 2025 is all about living a purposeful life. She challenges all the listeners to make an impact for Jesus and to not be set in their own agendas, but to be ready to be obedient to what God has!By Tower Media

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Why the 1960s Damaged the American Dream with Tim Goeglein 31:03

4M ago31:03

31:03

This week Roger welcomes Tim Goeglein, the vice president of external and government relations for Focus on the Family, a Christian ministry and nonprofit organization. They discuss how the cultural and moral shifts of the 1960s shaped many of the challenges American society faces today, how the seeds for these changes were planted earlier in the 2…

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 12 Marriage and Parenting in a Godly Way!(ft. Aaron Brister) 38:10

6M ago38:10

38:10

Lily and her dad are back for week two to talk about marriage and parenting. Aaron talks about how to train up a child in the Lord and trust God while parenting. He also talks with Lily about how he wanted to be that protector and always be with her, but he grew to trust her in her own decisions. Listen to how he navigated getting married young and…

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Investing in the Future with Randy DeCleene 29:53

6M ago29:53

29:53

This week Roger welcomes Randy DeCleene, TFAS’s very own chief development and communications officer to the show. They discuss the transformative impact TFAS programs have on both current students and alumni of all ages, the achievement and growth of TFAS over the past year and the need for continued funding to support future students and programs…

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep.11 How to Seek God in Dating and Relationships(ft. Dad!) 46:57

6M ago46:57

46:57

Lily and her dad, Aaron Brister, talk about how to live a life honoring to God in dating. Her dad references 1 Timothy 2:22 and how to seek righteousness in dating to maintain a God-honoring relationship. Her dad also shares about his dating experiences and how we can't make our own plans, but instead let God lead the way.…

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The Electoral College: A Safeguard Against Tyranny with Michael C. Maibach 34:21

6M ago34:21

34:21

This week Roger welcomes Michael C. Maibach to discuss the significance of the Electoral College in the American republic, its origins, and the historical context of its establishment. They also discuss the ongoing debates surrounding the Electoral College’s relevance and how to view the Constitution through the lens of Natural Law. Michael C. Maib…

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 10 Living in Thankfulness 22:29

6M ago22:29

22:29

Lily is talking all things dealing w/ being thankful. In this season of thanksgiving, it is so important to dwell on all that God has done in your life, but we should constantly be in a state of thankfulness in order to live a flourishing life. Tune in to be challenged!By Tower Media

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 9 Trusting God in the Unknown 21:45

7M ago21:45

21:45

In this episode, Lily talks about how she is in a season of uncertainty. She encourages others to rely on God in the unknown. Sometimes it feels like everything is out of control, but God is still good. Trust Him.By Tower Media

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Beyond the Bench: Judge Gregory E. Maggs on Constitutional Originalism, the JAG Corps, and the TFAS Law Fellowship 24:37

7M ago24:37

24:37

This week, Roger welcomes Judge Gregory E. Maggs to discuss the role of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, the concept of originalism in constitutional law and the importance of civic education. Plus, Judge Maggs shares insights on the quality of TFAS Law Fellows and the practical education they receive, as well as his experiences in t…

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 8 Q&A with the Brister Sisters 36:24

7M ago36:24

36:24

The Brister sisters answer all your questions! Tune in to hear funny childhood stories and how they have grown so much in faith and had each other through it all!By Tower Media

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 7 How to approach the election as believers! 24:22

7M ago24:22

24:22

This episode on Lifestyle with Lilz is different from the rest. Listen in to hear about how to approach election season, voting, and sharing your political views with others as believers in Jesus.By Tower Media

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Why Identity Politics is The Newest Incomplete Religion with Dr. Joshua Mitchell 39:38

7M ago39:38

39:38

This week, Roger welcomes Dr. Joshua Mitchell, a professor of political theory at Georgetown University. They discuss the perils of identity politics, the meaning of the material, blank and spiritual economies, and the need for a return to competence and community engagement. Dr. Mitchell also shares firsthand insight on the state of higher educati…

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 6 Being Set Apart (ft. Landon Hitchcock)!! 26:50

7M ago26:50

26:50

Lily and Landon will be talking about being set apart in life and in the sports that they play. Tune in to hear how everything we do should be for the glory of God! You may not see your impact on someone's life, but it is all for a greater purpose and that is to build the Kingdom!By Tower Media

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep.5 Digging into Discipleship with Meagan Cofer 45:39

8M ago45:39

45:39

In this week's episode, we are digging into what discipleship is and the difference it can make in your life. Listen in on how God called Lily to be discipled by Meagan who will be joining her on the pod!By Tower Media

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Behind the Editor’s Desk with Sierra McClain 23:08

8M ago23:08

23:08

Is there still a place for local journalism in today’s media landscape? This week, Roger welcomes the 2023 Joseph Rago Memorial Journalism Fellow, Sierra McClain. They discuss her experiences from the fellowship, the true value of on-the-ground journalism, the differences between local and national journalism, and advice for young journalists. Sier…

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 4 Finding Joy in Chaos!! 25:51

8M ago25:51

25:51

Tune in to lifestyle with lilz as she talks about finding joy in the Lord through everyday life!!! she talks about different hardships she has faced which brought her to rely on the Lord more and to find her strength in Him!!!By Tower Media

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 3 Brister Sisters take on Godly Leadership 35:32

8M ago35:32

35:32

This week's episode is all about how to be a Godly leader. Eden Brister, Lilz's sister, is joining her on the pod! Tune in as they dive into how Jesus leads and how to apply that to our daily lives.By Tower Media

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The Binary Trap With Kat Timpf 24:13

8M ago24:13

24:13

What happens to our nation’s discourse when every issue has only two possible positions? This week, Roger welcomes Kat Timpf to explore the complexities of division within American society. They discuss how embracing vulnerability can be a tool to diffuse that division and examine the dangers of binary thinking, touching on topics like religion, me…

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 2 Relationship Advice from Freshman Girls 22:58

8M ago22:58

22:58

This episode is all about how to be content in singleness, letting God guide you into your relationships, and through your relationships, and how to stay pure! Ruthie Qualls and Lauren Duncan are the special guests this week, so tune in to hear about their takes on this!By Tower Media

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Lifestyle with Lilz Ep. 1 Learning more about Lily and God's calling on her life! 29:33

8M ago29:33

29:33

Hey everyone! This week's podcast episode is really just an intro into Lifestyle with Lilz. Get to know more about me, what God has called me to do, and how I want to live a lifestyle like Jesus!By Tower Media

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Restoring Civic Engagement and Volunteerism with Eric J. Tanenblatt 30:18

9M ago30:18

30:18

What has led to the erosion of civic engagement and volunteerism over the course of the past generation? This week Eric J. Tanenblatt joins host Roger Ream to discuss how his TFAS experience led to him to pursue a career in government and public service, and the memorable moments he experienced as a result (coordinating the 2004 G8 Economic Summit,…

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How to Rebuild American Institutional Trust with Gerard Baker 39:42

9M ago39:42

39:42

Why has there been a sharp decline in institutional trust amongst Americans and how can that confidence be rebuilt? This week Gerard Baker joins host Roger Ream to discuss the loss of trust in American institutions (particularly in the media, government, and big business), the reasons behind that decline, and the impact of globalization. Plus, the …

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Campus Voices: The Future of Reporting with TFAS Journalism Students 29:47

9M ago29:47

29:47

Journalism requires courage and a commitment to pursuing the truth, even in challenging environments. Thomas McKenna and Jonas Du, two talented students participating in the TFAS Student Journalism Association, understand this. Through the Student Journalism Association, TFAS supports young independent journalists who approach journalism through a …

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Unpacking Originalism: Natural Law, Natural Rights, and the Ninth Amendment with Randy Barnett 38:15

10M ago38:15

38:15

This week Randy Barnett joins host Roger Ream to discuss the ideas of constitutional originalism, natural law vs. natural rights, the importance of the ninth amendment, and how they all inform his interpretation of libertarianism. Plus, the benefits of teaching constitutional law through a narrative lens and stories from Randy’s newly released memo…

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Steering Toward Freedom with Vice President Mike Pence 42:13

10M ago42:13

42:13

On this very special episode of Liberty + Leadership, host Roger Ream is joined by the 48th Vice President of the United States Mike Pence for a fireside chat at the TFAS 2024 Summer Law Fellows Closing Ceremony. They discuss the state of religious liberty, how our nation maintains peace through strength, and why democracy depends on heavy doses of…

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Beyond the Law: Fighting for Liberty When Justice Fails with Diana Simpson 31:21

11M ago31:21

31:21

Our nation’s constitution serves to protect innocent people from punishment…but what happens when legal precedent and case law runs contrary to that notion? This week Diana Simpson joins host Roger Ream to discuss her work in promoting economic liberty and protecting individual rights, fighting against government infringements, and the important mi…

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How Family Policy Impacts the Entire Economy with Dr. Veronique de Rugy 37:38

11M ago37:38

37:38

What is the impact of expanding government roles on family policies? This week, Dr. Veronique de Rugy joins host Roger Ream for a critical conversation on economic freedom, including her takes on policy and ideological differences among the left and right. Dr. de Rugy compares their approaches to expanded government involvement in areas such as pai…

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Economics Beyond the Classroom with Dr. Rosolino Candela 40:54

12M ago40:54

40:54

How can people apply economics to daily life? This week, join host Roger Ream for an engaging conversation on economics and the transformative power of education with Dr. Rosolino Candela, a senior fellow at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. Dr. Candela emphasizes the importance of meeting students where they are by making complex eco…

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The Power of Resilience: Carrie Sheffield's Path to Independence 28:54

1y ago28:54

28:54

How does one persevere in the face of adversity? In today’s discussion, Carrie Sheffield, journalist and TFAS alumna, joins host Roger Ream to discuss her new book, "Motorhome Prophecies: A Journey of Healing and Forgiveness." With great candor, Carrie shares a harrowing picture of her childhood living in and out of severe poverty and experiencing …

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Deception and the Fight for Truth with Senator Rand Paul 31:27

1y ago31:27

31:27

In what ways do government overreach and misinformation manifest themselves? This week, Senator Rand Paul joins host Roger Ream for an eye-opening discussion as they delve into the revelations uncovered in Senator Paul’s latest books, “Deception: The Great Covid Cover-Up” and “The Case Against Socialism.” From the contentious debates surrounding ga…

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Exploring Liberty from Budapest to Washington, DC, with Anna Smith Lacey 37:59

1y ago37:59

37:59

What role does cultural exchange play in creating balanced perspectives? This week, host Roger Ream is joined by Anna Smith Lacey, executive director at the Hungary Foundation and alumna of TFAS summer programs in Prague and Washington, D.C., to explore her remarkable leadership journey from Budapest to Washington, D.C. Anna reflects on her upbring…

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