Best Tim Whitaker Podcasts (2025)

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Two Separate Realities: A Conversation with former Evangelical Christian fundamentalist, Tim Whitaker 51:38

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There are two separate realities in America right now. One we saw at the Charlie Kirk memorial, where God has picked a side and if you’re not with them you’re not on it, and one rooted in reality. However, the reality one…it’s not winning. As always, if you find worth in what we do, please consider SUBSCRIBING to PoliticsGirl Premium. You’ll get th…

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Ari Gold on what happens when 'live cinema' meets family dysfunction 28:57

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Filmmaker Ari Gold turns the camera on his own family in "Brother Verses Brother," an ambitious one-shot musical that follows him and his identical twin brother searching for meaning through the streets of San Francisco's North Beach, alongside their 99-year-old novelist father, Herb. Gold explains how this experimental work, executive produced by …

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138: Robert Glazer - Uncover Your Core Values and Build a Business You Never Want to Retire From 59:14

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If you don’t know your core values, you’ll likely build a business that looks successful on paper but leaves you burned out and misaligned in real life. That’s why I invited my friend Robert Glazer on the podcast. He’s an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and someone I always learn from when it comes to leadership. Robert built a global business th…

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HOW do we SAVE AMERICA?- A Conversation with Steve Schmidt 51:39

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We are at a divided and isolated place in America, and watching the rising authoritarianism of the Trump administration, enabled by the Republican Congress, green lit by the bought and paid for Supreme Court is enough to make people feel powerless, but we are NOT powerless. We are living through a propaganda nightmare, but if the Freedom Frog in Po…

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399. Using Comedy to Heal from My Fundamentalist Upbringing 1:04:47

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In this episode, comedian Jeremy Alder shares his journey from a conservative evangelical upbringing to navigating the complexities of faith, community, and politics. He discusses the challenges of growing up in a sheltered environment, the process of deconstructing his beliefs, and the role of humor in coping with trauma. Jeremy's Website | ⁠Jerem…

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Interviews with Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan; Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly; Former National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan 43:08

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash presses House Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan over President Trump pressure on the Justice Department to go after his political opponents. They also discuss ICE’s aggressive tactics and Trump firing federal workers en masse. Next, Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly sits down with Dana to discuss Democrat’…

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Dina Gilio-Whitaker on how California commodified Native identity 29:05

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Dina Gilio-Whitaker, author of the new book "Who Gets to Be Indian?" explores how California became ground zero for Native American identity fraud — from Hollywood's early film lots to today's casino capitalism and tribal disenrollment crisis. The state's confluence of entertainment industry, counterculture movements, federal relocation programs, a…

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137: Jason Khalipa & Daniel Crosby - Why My Family Asks Me to Travel More for Work (LIVE from Triad's DBDL Retreat) 22:01

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Most advisors I know have felt that tug-of-war: do I grow my firm, or do I show up at home? The truth is, you don’t have to choose. At our Founder’s Retreat in Maui, I sat down with two guys who really live this out: Daniel Crosby, a behavioral finance expert, and Jason Khalipa, a CrossFit Games champ turned entrepreneur. They’ve both spoken at Tri…

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Episode #142 Chris LaBarbera 1:11:30

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This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring trumpet performer and instructor Chris LaBarbera, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Chris LaBarbera trumpet interview" About Chris LaBarbera: Christopher LaBarbera began playing trumpet in middle sch…

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What Will the Military Do? : A Conversation with CEO of Vet Voice Janessa Goldbeck 54:36

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By Meidas Media Network, Leigh McGowan

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398. Better Ways to Read the Bible⁠ 52:40

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In today's episode, Tim engages in a profound conversation with Pastor Zach Lambert about his book, 'Better Ways to Read the Bible.' They explore the complexities of interpreting the Bible, especially in light of its historical misuse as a tool for oppression. Zach's Book | Better Ways to Read the Bible Zach's Substack | Zachwlambert.substack.com C…

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Charlie's Angels 2000 (with Alyson Grimm, Alexia Thirumalai and Gally Articola) 1:57:05

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With THESE Angels around, you can count on all hell breaking loose! That's right, the Angels in question are Jon and Niall, of course! Oh and I guess our guests too, whatever. Join this SUPER TEAM as they delve into the wonders (?) of the year 2000, a land that time forget. Dance in your pants (underwear for you Americans!), slap on some KoRn, snif…

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Interviews with Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker; National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett; Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego; Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell and Republican Congressman Buddy Carter ... 42:42

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker joins Jake Tapper to respond to the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Chicago and plans to deploy National Guard troops there against his will. Then, top Trump economic adviser Kevin Hassett joins Jake to discuss Trump’s handling of the shutdown and his threats to fire federal wor…

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Mike Magee on building the world's most innovative university 26:48

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Mike Magee is the president of Minerva University, which has earned the No. 1 ranking in the World University Rankings for Innovation for four consecutive years. Founded in San Francisco in 2012, Minerva reimagined higher education — eliminating campuses, lectures, and tenure while sending students to live and study across seven global cities. Mage…

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136: Triad Members - The Mindset Shift That Unlocks Scale with Matt Rowley & Daveda Phillips 1:19:15

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In the early days, Matt Rowley was doing whatever it took to keep his firm alive — running 60+ seminars a year, making 13-hour road trips, and pushing forward with a business model that was unsustainable. Everything shifted when he made the scary decision to hire his first full-time employee, Daveda Phillips, who took a leap of faith and accepted t…

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We Want Our Rules Based Life Back: A Conversation with Heather Cox Richardson 55:31

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Right now we are dealing with a government who have captured all levels of federal power, and are working overtime to keep up their long standing plan to divide us so we don’t unite to fight back. Trump wants America to conform to the America he has in his head, but he can’t do it alone, so he defers to people like Russel Vought and Steven Miller w…

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397. Why You Should Leave Total Depravity Behind with Mako Nagasawa 1:13:21

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In today's episode, Tim engages in a profound conversation with Mako Nagasawa about restorative justice, healing atonement, and the complexities of faith. They explore various atonement theories, the journey of deconstruction, and the implications of parenting on understanding God. The discussion delves into the contrast between restorative and ret…

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Interviews with Speaker Mike Johnson; Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen; Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe 43:23

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On CNN’s State of the Union, House Speaker Mike Johnson joins Jake to discuss the looming government shutdown and what will be on the table when Trump hosts Democratic leaders at the White House. Jake also presses Johnson over the Comey indictment and Trump publicly pressuring the Justice Department to go after his political opponents. Then, former…

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Tim Higgins on the battle to take down Apple 45:18

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Tim Higgins discusses his new book "iWar," examining how one of California's corporate crown jewels, Apple, faces an unprecedented rebellion. Tech leaders such as Spotify's Daniel Ek and Epic's Tim Sweeney are waging a legal war over what they have portrayed as a shakedown operation — the 30% App Store cut that generates massive profits for Apple w…

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135: Garrett Gunderson - Comedy, Rockefellers, and Tax Secrets Used by the Ultra-Wealthy 1:12:11

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Garrett Gunderson has worn a lot of hats—New York Times bestselling author, financial educator, entrepreneur, and even stand-up comedian. And in this episode, he connects the dots between all of them to give advisors fresh tools for both business and life. We explore what advisors can borrow from stand-up comedy to level up their presentations, how…

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Episode #141 Tim Larkin 1:11:31

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This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring trumpet performer, composer and sound designer Tim Larkin, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Tim Larkin trumpet interview" About Tim Larkin: Tim Larkin is a composer, trumpet player, and sound design…

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396. Exploring the Open Bible with Philip Nation 58:33

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In today's episode, Philip Nation joins Tim to discuss the vice president and publisher of Thomas Nelson Bibles. They explore the complexities of the Bible, its translations, and the role it plays in modern faith. Philip shares insights on how the Bible can be both a tool for good and a weapon, the evolution of study Bibles, and the importance of t…

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Interviews with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, SenatorJohn Fetterman, Senator Markwayne Mullin, Representative Jasmine Crockett 44:15

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On CNN's State of the Union, Dana Bash presses Chuck Schumer on whether Democrats will shut down the government. John Fetterman responds to Schumer and discusses whether Democrats can win back the Senate in 2026. Senator Markwayne Mullin responds to Trump increasing pressure on the DOJ to investigate his political enemies. Congresswoman Jasmine Cro…

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Jeff Chang on Bruce Lee and the emergence of Asian American pride 26:45

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Jeff Chang, in his new biography "Water Mirror Echo," explores how the short of life of Bruce Lee helped make Asian America. Born in San Francisco's Chinatown, Lee was denied the lead role in Warner Bros.'s 1970s TV series "Kung Fu," which was given instead to David Carradine in yellowface. Lee's collision with Hollywood rejection became a catalyst…

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134: Marisa Messana - How Advisors Can Build Trust & Win Clients on the Golf Course 57:45

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If you’re an advisor who loves golf, here’s the truth: the game teaches more about winning clients and building lasting trust than most people ever realize. That’s exactly what I dive into with today’s guest, Marisa Messana. She went from leading Clemson’s women’s golf team to the national championship, to competing as a professional golfer, to now…

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The Party of War?! A conversation with Heather Williams 52:22

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The Democrats are annoying, but the entire party including the voters are being painted with a pretty broad brush right now. The DNC and national leadership might make me furious, but the Democratic Party is still the alternative to the Republican Party in this broken two party system. So if you’re pro-democracy, pro-rule of law, pro-constitution, …

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395. Shame-Sex Attraction with Lucas Wilson 1:35:26

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In today's episode, Tim engages in a deep conversation with Lucas Wilson, an expert on conversion therapy and its effects on LGBTQ+ individuals. They explore Wilson's personal journey through faith, the impact of Holocaust research on his beliefs, and the complexities of modern Christian nationalism. Lucas on Instagram | @Lukeslamdunkwilson Chapter…

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Interviews with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox; Republican Senator James Lankford; Democratic Rep. Sarah Elfreth and Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley 41:19

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox joins Dana Bash on the latest in the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s assassination, as well as his appeal to Americans to turn away from political violence. Then, Republican Senator and pastor James Lankford joins Dana to discuss the rise in political violence and what responsibility lawmakers ha…

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Satsuki Ina on echoes of Japanese incarceration 36:14

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Satsuki Ina was born behind barbed wire at Tule Lake, where she became one of roughly 120,000 Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II. Her parents, both U.S. citizens, lost their freedom and faith in America, leaving a legacy of silence and trauma. Today, as immigrant families are again separated and detained, Ina’s memoir "The Poet and…

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133: Tim Grover - Mental Mastery: Lessons from Training Michael Jordan & Kobe Bryant 1:02:39

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Michael Jordan. Kobe Bryant. Two of the greatest to ever play the game. But what set them apart wasn’t just physical talent, it was the mental game. The mindset that pushes past pain, silences doubt, and wins long after the body wants to quit. They had an obsession to improve, to compete, and to dominate at the highest level. Where exactly does tha…

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Episode #140 Greg Curtis 1:31:24

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This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring trumpet performer and recording engineer Greg Curtis, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Greg Curtis trumpet interview" About Greg Curtis: Greg Curtis is equally at home behind the trumpet and behind …

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Trump Keeps Losing: A conversation with Democracy Forward’s Skye Perryman 39:52

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The Trump regime wants us feel powerless, like their take over is inevitable, but it’s not. Part of the struggle is simply not giving up. To stay engaged and keep your people informed as to what they’re doing to our health care, our education, our voting rights, our civil rights and then responding with action. That is what Sky Perryman and her tea…

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394. How We're Building a Better Path Forward with Tim Whitaker and Malynda Hale 46:25

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In today's episode, Malynda joins Tim to discuss the evolution of the organization, the significance of the term 'New Evangelicals', and the importance of community and inclusivity in faith. They explore their personal journeys within Christianity, the challenges posed by Christian nationalism, and the vision for a better path forward that emphasiz…

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Interviews with Florida Surgeon General Joe Ladapo; Doctor Paul Offit; White House Border Czar Tom Homan 44:43

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On CNN's State of the Union, Jake Tapper presses FL Surgeon General on him not conducting any study before calling to lift vaccine mandate. Doctor Paul Offit responds. And White House Border Czar Tom Homan says sanctuary cities across America will be seeing immigration raids this week. Our panelists Rep. Kim Schrier, Scott Jennings, Xochitl Hinojos…

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Peter Jones explores privilege and vulnerability at a school for sons of the Los Angeles elite 28:51

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Peter Jones turned his camera on his former classmates from the Harvard School for Boys, a former military academy for boys in Los Angeles, for his new documentary "Fortunate Sons," chronicling the lives of the 1974 graduating class through their 50th reunion. What started as pandemic Zoom calls became surprisingly honest conversations about addict…

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132: Triad Member - The Overlooked Hiring Secret That 4X’d This Advisor’s Firm with Devin Choules 1:05:04

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Scaling a financial advisory firm can come at a cost—endless travel, long hours, and precious time away from family. That’s where Triad Member Devin Choules found himself a few years ago: 60,000 miles a year on the road, burned out, and questioning the life and business he had built. Everything shifted when Devin stopped trying to do it all himself…

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This is America: A Conversation with Dr. Terence Lester 53:53

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It’s back to school, and while school shootings are a given, actual education is not. It’s September 2025 and the Department of Education is being systematically dismantled while the policy impacts of the Trump administration are only set to make things worse. From food insecurity for children who get fed at school, to school closures, to policy de…

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The New Season 6:13

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We'll see you next week with our regular release! ____________________________________________________ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired of how evangelical chu…

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Interviews with White House Senior Director for Counterterrorism Sebastian Gorka; Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar; Ambassador Cindy McCain 43:56

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Brianna Keilar and White House Senior Director for Counterterrorism Sebastian Gorka spar over right-wing claims about the prevalence of mass shootings by transgender people. Next, Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar joins to respond and discuss how her community is dealing with the aftermath of the Minneapolis school sho…

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Eve Quesnel on how nature always shows up 22:27

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Eve Quesnel, author of the new book "Snow Fleas and Chickadees: Everyday Observations in the Sierra," joins us from her home in Truckee. For more than two decades, she's been paying close attention to the Sierra Nevada, finding evidence that "nature will show up" everywhere — even in urban cracks and sidewalks. Quesnel discusses making a conscious …

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131: Nick Whitaker - The Advisor Seminar System That Books Appointments on Repeat 1:06:23

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Advisors spend a ton of time and money putting on seminars… but let’s be honest, a lot of them leave frustrated when the room doesn’t convert. The #1 mistake I see? Going off-script instead of sticking to a proven process. That’s where Nick Whitaker comes in. Nick’s a former advisor who’s run 250+ seminars, and now he coaches advisors inside Triad …

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Episode #139 Getting to know John Snell! 1:44:42

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This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring our own podcast host and trumpeter John Snell, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Getting to know John Snell" Who is the man behind the microphone? You've been asking for a long time, 12.5 years and 1…

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Is Putin Running the Show? - A conversation with international expert Jon Finer 59:43

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While international relationships are essential in a changing, increasingly dangerous world, under the Trump Administration America is doing major damage to both our safety and security by eroding trust with our allies being mercurial and untrustworthy to them while being generous and cozy with our “enemies". Our president clearly sees the world as…

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Best of TNE: Israel and Palestine Pt 1: Blame the British! 1:23:48

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Original Episode #176 | ⁠Understanding Israel and Palestine Pt 1: Blame the British ____________________________________________________ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals The New Evangelicals exists to support th…

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Interviews with Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel 41:36

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On CNN's State of the Union, Democratic House Leader Hakeem Jeffries discusses with Dana Bash New York's redistricting plans, the party's loss of voters, and the President reviewing exhibits within the Smithsonian museums. Former Chicago Mayor and U-S Ambassador Rahm Emanuel slams President Trump's new plans to send troops into Chicago and reacts t…

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Scott Alan Lucas on San Francisco, misinformation, and the killing of Bob Lee 40:04

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130: Solo - The #1 Reason Financial Advisors Burn Out (And How to Fix It) with Brad Johnson 20:17

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What if the #1 reason you feel burned out is because you’re unknowingly doing three completely different jobs? In this solo episode, I break down the Triad Advisor Model—the exact system top firms are using to scale without sacrificing freedom. You’ll see why trying to run your practice alone is like running a Chick-fil-A by yourself—taking orders …

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WTF is HAPPENING America?! 31:16

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Things are not right. I’m doing my pod from the road today because something wasn’t right. In my particular case it was my son’s appendix, but the wrongness of what’s going on isn’t limited to my immediate family. It’s all around us. We’re drowning in it. So, this pod is about what’s going on this week. What we should be paying attention to. How we…

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Best of TNE: Myth Busting Sunday School with James McGrath 59:16

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Original Episode #217 | Myth-Busting Sunday School // Dr. James McGrath ____________________________________________________ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTube @thenewevangelicals The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired …

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Interviews with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff; Former Vice President Mike Pence 41:26

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On CNN’s State of the Union, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff joins Jake to discuss what he says was “substantial progress” in the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. Then, Trump’s former vice president Mike Pence joins Jake to react to Trump rolling out the red carpet for Putin. Next, CNN Political Commentators Bakari Sellers, Brad Todd, Kristen Soltis An…