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        <description><![CDATA[Ask The Angel With Rachel Corpus with Rachel Corpus

Waking Up Beyond the Matrix: Soul Exile 13, Light Codes, and Creating Reality

Rachel Corpus Opens Ask the Angel

In this episode of Ask the Angel, host Rachel Corpus welcomes listeners into a mystical discussion about the matrix, the grid, near-death experiences, and the power people have to create their own reality. Rachel introduces herself as an angel communicator, psychic medium, and angel incarnate, then explains that the episode will focus on what the angels call the matrix or grid. She says she once went back and forth about whether reality is a matrix until she had a near-death experience that she believes took her to the other side of it.

The Sun Card and Light Codes

Rachel begins by pulling a card from Kyle Gray’s Angels and Ancestors Oracle Cards deck. The card that appears is the Sun card, with the message to enjoy success and happiness. Rachel channels that the sun carries light codes meant to help people remember who they are, why they are here, and that they are deserving of warmth, love, and divinity. She says each person experiences the sun differently, just as each person defines success and happiness differently, and she encourages listeners to sit in the sun and reconsider what those words mean for them.

Angels, Origins, and Earthly Experience

Rachel reminds listeners that angels are not tied to one religion, but are guides and messengers. She says people may come from different spiritual origins, such as angelic realms, starseed origins, or other places of consciousness, and that each soul comes to Earth to experience and learn. Rachel shares that she knows her own origin because of a near-death experience she had at age four, during which she says she went on a field trip with angels and learned she is from the angelic realm as a seraphim.

“Woohoo News You Can Use”

The episode includes Rachel’s recurring “Woohoo News You Can Use” segment. She first discusses research suggesting that serotonin, often described as a feel-good chemical, may worsen tinnitus symptoms for some people, particularly in relation to serotonin-related brain circuits and SSRI medications. Rachel connects this to a spiritual reminder that more is not always better and that balance matters. She then discusses a proposed experiment involving gravitational waves, laser light, and the quantum nature of gravity, explaining it in simple terms as an attempt to understand the hidden structure of reality.

Rachel’s Struggle with Drinking and Self-Medication

Rachel then moves into a deeply personal story about a period when she was drinking heavily and hiding it from her family. She says she was drinking about a bottle of vodka a day and had already heard God tell her that if she stopped drinking, she could create anything she wanted, but if she continued, she would be dead in three weeks. Rachel explains that she had been trying to self-medicate because, as a healer, pastor, teacher, mother, and wife, she struggled to carry the emotions and lower vibrations of Earth while being alone with her own thoughts.

Being Pulled Out of Her Body

Rachel describes lying in bed beside her sleeping husband when her chest tightened, her jaw and body locked up, and she felt herself being pulled out of her body like a backpack. She says she rose about 40 feet above her body and could see herself and her husband in bed below. She then saw a control-room-like space to her right, filled with people at computers. A woman saw Rachel and reacted as if Rachel was not supposed to be there, and Rachel noticed that the woman’s screen showed Rachel’s bedroom along with streams of data or code.

The Control Room and Orientation

Rachel says a man came to guide her and told her they had been expecting her. She was taken down an elevator into an orientation room filled with people who seemed confused, as though they had just awakened somewhere unfamiliar. Some asked about work, children, pets, whether they were dead, and whether they were in the afterlife. A humanoid figure told them their questions would be answered later and repeatedly urged them to stay calm. Rachel’s guide said the people were going through a “remembering” process and that the place was not a punishment.

Soul Exile 13

Rachel says the place she visited was called Soul Exile 13. As she toured it, she saw different levels or areas, including residential spaces, classrooms, and increasingly beautiful environments. The lower levels seemed more sterile and clinical, while higher levels included comfortable residences, fireplaces, digital windows, gardens, fresh food, and community spaces. Rachel says people there worked only about three hours a day, attended growth-oriented classes, and lived in groups of about eight souls who functioned more like a soul group than an Earth-style family.

Classes, Soul Growth, and Remembering

Rachel describes the classes on Soul Exile 13 as therapy-like sessions where people were asked questions about childhood, memory, love, life, and meaning. The purpose was not to pass or fail, but to support soul growth. She says people graduated upward when they were ready, not as a reward or punishment, but because learning too much too soon would overwhelm them. Rachel explains that the system was designed to help people remember gradually, rather than shock them with truths before they could handle them.

The Pod Room and the Holographic Earth

The most dramatic part of Rachel’s account comes when her guide takes her to what she calls the pod room. She describes rows and rows of upright coffin-sized pods filled with fluid, each containing a young-looking human body. Rachel says she was told that every person on Earth has a body in a pod, while their consciousness is projected onto Earth as an avatar. According to what she was told, Earth is currently in its thirteenth version and exists as a holographic or grid-like projection created collectively by consciousness.

Source, Soul Choice, and Returning to Earth

Rachel asks whether God is involved in this system, and she says the beings told her that Source is involved in everything, though religious concepts of God belong more specifically to Earth. She explains that souls can choose whether to remain on Soul Exile 13 or return to Earth. If a person chooses to stay, an avatar version of them continues on Earth with their memories and abilities, though children, pets, or highly intuitive people may notice something different. Rachel says she chose to return because she wanted to be with her husband Edward and her children.

Returning Through the Pod

Rachel describes being shown how to return to her Earth life by entering an empty pod. She says she was told to press one button to avoid suffocation as the pod filled with fluid and another button if she wanted to remember the experience. She pressed both. When she pushed the second button, she woke up in bed and initially wondered whether it had been a dream. Over time, she came to believe it was not a dream, especially after hearing other people describe similar experiences of waking up beyond the matrix.

Working with the Matrix

Rachel says the lesson from the experience is that reality is more malleable than people realize. She describes Earth as a projected experience and asks how people can “mess with” or consciously work with the matrix. She introduces Grabovoi codes, which she describes as number sequences connected with specific intentions or outcomes. She gives examples for creativity, prosperity, and confidence, explaining that writing, repeating, or focusing on the numbers can help recode the energetic field.

Sigils, Intentions, and Reality Creation

Rachel also demonstrates how to create a sigil, a symbolic image made by combining the letters of a word into one visual form. She uses the word “money” as an example and explains that a sigil can hold a person’s intention, collapse unhelpful timelines, and concentrate energy toward a desired reality. She also suggests writing intentions on mirrors, door frames, or other visible places as reminders and energetic anchors. For Rachel, these practices are ways of participating consciously in the reality people are already helping to create.

Closing Blessing and Invitation

Rachel closes the episode by clearing the space with rose and mugwort smoke, offering a blessing, and inviting listeners to find her on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and her website. She reminds listeners that they can book a session through RachelCorpus.com and ends with love, encouragement, and her familiar reminder to keep their halos straight. The episode blends angel communication, personal testimony, spiritual cosmology, practical manifestation tools, and Rachel’s central message that people are more powerful creators of reality than they often realize.]]></description>
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Waking Up Beyond the Matrix: Soul Exile 13, Light Codes, and Creating Reality

Rachel Corpus Opens Ask the Angel

In this episode of Ask the Angel, host Rachel Corpus welcomes listeners into a mystical discussion about the matrix, the grid, near-death experiences, and the power people have to create their own reality. Rachel introduces herself as an angel communicator, psychic medium, and angel incarnate, then explains that the episode will focus on what the angels call the matrix or grid. She says she once went back and forth about whether reality is a matrix until she had a near-death experience that she believes took her to the other side of it.

The Sun Card and Light Codes

Rachel begins by pulling a card from Kyle Gray’s Angels and Ancestors Oracle Cards deck. The card that appears is the Sun card, with the message to enjoy success and happiness. Rachel channels that the sun carries light codes meant to help people remember who they are, why they are here, and that they are deserving of warmth, love, and divinity. She says each person experiences the sun differently, just as each person defines success and happiness differently, and she encourages listeners to sit in the sun and reconsider what those words mean for them.

Angels, Origins, and Earthly Experience

Rachel reminds listeners that angels are not tied to one religion, but are guides and messengers. She says people may come from different spiritual origins, such as angelic realms, starseed origins, or other places of consciousness, and that each soul comes to Earth to experience and learn. Rachel shares that she knows her own origin because of a near-death experience she had at age four, during which she says she went on a field trip with angels and learned she is from the angelic realm as a seraphim.

“Woohoo News You Can Use”

The episode includes Rachel’s recurring “Woohoo News You Can Use” segment. She first discusses research suggesting that serotonin, often described as a feel-good chemical, may worsen tinnitus symptoms for some people, particularly in relation to serotonin-related brain circuits and SSRI medications. Rachel connects this to a spiritual reminder that more is not always better and that balance matters. She then discusses a proposed experiment involving gravitational waves, laser light, and the quantum nature of gravity, explaining it in simple terms as an attempt to understand the hidden structure of reality.

Rachel’s Struggle with Drinking and Self-Medication

Rachel then moves into a deeply personal story about a period when she was drinking heavily and hiding it from her family. She says she was drinking about a bottle of vodka a day and had already heard God tell her that if she stopped drinking, she could create anything she wanted, but if she continued, she would be dead in three weeks. Rachel explains that she had been trying to self-medicate because, as a healer, pastor, teacher, mother, and wife, she struggled to carry the emotions and lower vibrations of Earth while being alone with her own thoughts.

Being Pulled Out of Her Body

Rachel describes lying in bed beside her sleeping husband when her chest tightened, her jaw and body locked up, and she felt herself being pulled out of her body like a backpack. She says she rose about 40 feet above her body and could see herself and her husband in bed below. She then saw a control-room-like space to her right, filled with people at computers. A woman saw Rachel and reacted as if Rachel was not supposed to be there, and Rachel noticed that the woman’s screen showed Rachel’s bedroom along with streams of data or code.

The Control Room and Orientation

Rachel says a man came to guide her and told her they had been expecting her. She was taken down an elevator into an orientation room filled with people who seemed confused, as though they had just awakened somewhere unfamiliar. Some asked about work, children, pets, whether they were dead, and whether they were in the afterlife. A humanoid figure told them their questions would be answered later and repeatedly urged them to stay calm. Rachel’s guide said the people were going through a “remembering” process and that the place was not a punishment.

Soul Exile 13

Rachel says the place she visited was called Soul Exile 13. As she toured it, she saw different levels or areas, including residential spaces, classrooms, and increasingly beautiful environments. The lower levels seemed more sterile and clinical, while higher levels included comfortable residences, fireplaces, digital windows, gardens, fresh food, and community spaces. Rachel says people there worked only about three hours a day, attended growth-oriented classes, and lived in groups of about eight souls who functioned more like a soul group than an Earth-style family.

Classes, Soul Growth, and Remembering

Rachel describes the classes on Soul Exile 13 as therapy-like sessions where people were asked questions about childhood, memory, love, life, and meaning. The purpose was not to pass or fail, but to support soul growth. She says people graduated upward when they were ready, not as a reward or punishment, but because learning too much too soon would overwhelm them. Rachel explains that the system was designed to help people remember gradually, rather than shock them with truths before they could handle them.

The Pod Room and the Holographic Earth

The most dramatic part of Rachel’s account comes when her guide takes her to what she calls the pod room. She describes rows and rows of upright coffin-sized pods filled with fluid, each containing a young-looking human body. Rachel says she was told that every person on Earth has a body in a pod, while their consciousness is projected onto Earth as an avatar. According to what she was told, Earth is currently in its thirteenth version and exists as a holographic or grid-like projection created collectively by consciousness.

Source, Soul Choice, and Returning to Earth

Rachel asks whether God is involved in this system, and she says the beings told her that Source is involved in everything, though religious concepts of God belong more specifically to Earth. She explains that souls can choose whether to remain on Soul Exile 13 or return to Earth. If a person chooses to stay, an avatar version of them continues on Earth with their memories and abilities, though children, pets, or highly intuitive people may notice something different. Rachel says she chose to return because she wanted to be with her husband Edward and her children.

Returning Through the Pod

Rachel describes being shown how to return to her Earth life by entering an empty pod. She says she was told to press one button to avoid suffocation as the pod filled with fluid and another button if she wanted to remember the experience. She pressed both. When she pushed the second button, she woke up in bed and initially wondered whether it had been a dream. Over time, she came to believe it was not a dream, especially after hearing other people describe similar experiences of waking up beyond the matrix.

Working with the Matrix

Rachel says the lesson from the experience is that reality is more malleable than people realize. She describes Earth as a projected experience and asks how people can “mess with” or consciously work with the matrix. She introduces Grabovoi codes, which she describes as number sequences connected with specific intentions or outcomes. She gives examples for creativity, prosperity, and confidence, explaining that writing, repeating, or focusing on the numbers can help recode the energetic field.

Sigils, Intentions, and Reality Creation

Rachel also demonstrates how to create a sigil, a symbolic image made by combining the letters of a word into one visual form. She uses the word “money” as an example and explains that a sigil can hold a person’s intention, collapse unhelpful timelines, and concentrate energy toward a desired reality. She also suggests writing intentions on mirrors, door frames, or other visible places as reminders and energetic anchors. For Rachel, these practices are ways of participating consciously in the reality people are already helping to create.

Closing Blessing and Invitation

Rachel closes the episode by clearing the space with rose and mugwort smoke, offering a blessing, and inviting listeners to find her on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and her website. She reminds listeners that they can book a session through RachelCorpus.com and ends with love, encouragement, and her familiar reminder to keep their halos straight. The episode blends angel communication, personal testimony, spiritual cosmology, practical manifestation tools, and Rachel’s central message that people are more powerful creators of reality than they often realize.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ask The Angel With Rachel Corpus with Rachel Corpus

Waking Up Beyond the Matrix: Soul Exile 13, Light Codes, and Creating Reality

Rachel Corpus Opens Ask the Angel

In this episode of Ask the Angel, host Rachel Corpus welcomes listeners into a mystical discussion about the matrix, the grid, near-death experiences, and the power people have to create their own reality. Rachel introduces herself as an angel communicator, psychic medium, and angel incarnate, then explains that the episode will focus on what the angels call the matrix or grid. She says she once went back and forth about whether reality is a matrix until she had a near-death experience that she believes took her to the other side of it.

The Sun Card and Light Codes

Rachel begins by pulling a card from Kyle Gray’s Angels and Ancestors Oracle Cards deck. The card that appears is the Sun card, with the message to enjoy success and happiness. Rachel channels that the sun carries light codes meant to help people remember who they are, why they are here, and that they are deserving of warmth, love, and divinity. She says each person experiences the sun differently, just as each person defines success and happiness differently, and she encourages listeners to sit in the sun and reconsider what those words mean for them.

Angels, Origins, and Earthly Experience

Rachel reminds listeners that angels are not tied to one religion, but are guides and messengers. She says people may come from different spiritual origins, such as angelic realms, starseed origins, or other places of consciousness, and that each soul comes to Earth to experience and learn. Rachel shares that she knows her own origin because of a near-death experience she had at age four, during which she says she went on a field trip with angels and learned she is from the angelic realm as a seraphim.

“Woohoo News You Can Use”

The episode includes Rachel’s recurring “Woohoo News You Can Use” segment. She first discusses research suggesting that serotonin, often described as a feel-good chemical, may worsen tinnitus symptoms for some people, particularly in relation to serotonin-related brain circuits and SSRI medications. Rachel connects this to a spiritual reminder that more is not always better and that balance matters. She then discusses a proposed experiment involving gravitational waves, laser light, and the quantum nature of gravity, explaining it in simple terms as an attempt to understand the hidden structure of reality.

Rachel’s Struggle with Drinking and Self-Medication

Rachel then moves into a deeply personal story about a period when she was drinking heavily and hiding it from her family. She says she was drinking about a bottle of vodka a day and had already heard God tell her that if she stopped drinking, she could create anything she wanted, but if she continued, she would be dead in three weeks. Rachel explains that she had been trying to self-medicate because, as a healer, pastor, teacher, mother, and wife, she struggled to carry the emotions and lower vibrations of Earth while being alone with her own thoughts.

Being Pulled Out of Her Body

Rachel describes lying in bed beside her sleeping husband when her chest tightened, her jaw and body locked up, and she felt herself being pulled out of her body like a backpack. She says she rose about 40 feet above her body and could see herself and her husband in bed below. She then saw a control-room-like space to her right, filled with people at computers. A woman saw Rachel and reacted as if Rachel was not supposed to be there, and Rachel noticed that the woman’s screen showed Rachel’s bedroom along with streams of data or code.

The Control Room and Orientation

Rachel says a man came to guide her and told her they had been expecting her. She was taken down an elevator into an orientation room filled with people who seemed confused, as though they had just awakened somewhere unfamiliar. Some asked]]></itunes:summary>

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Waking Up Beyond the Matrix: Soul Exile 13, Light Codes, and Creating Reality

Rachel Corpus Opens Ask the Angel

In this episode of Ask the Angel, host Rachel Corpus welcomes listeners into a mystical discussion about the matrix, the grid, near-death experiences, and the power people have to create their own reality. Rachel introduces herself as an angel communicator, psychic medium, and angel incarnate, then explains that the episode will focus on what the angels call the matrix or grid. She says she once went back and forth about whether reality is a matrix until she had a near-death experience that she believes took her to the other side of it.

The Sun Card and Light Codes

Rachel begins by pulling a card from Kyle Gray’s Angels and Ancestors Oracle Cards deck. The card that appears is the Sun card, with the message to enjoy success and happiness. Rachel channels that the sun carries light codes meant to help people remember who they are, why they are here, and that they are deserving of warmth, love, and divinity. She says each person experiences the sun differently, just as each person defines success and happiness differently, and she encourages listeners to sit in the sun and reconsider what those words mean for them.

Angels, Origins, and Earthly Experience

Rachel reminds listeners that angels are not tied to one religion, but are guides and messengers. She says people may come from different spiritual origins, such as angelic realms, starseed origins, or other places of consciousness, and that each soul comes to Earth to experience and learn. Rachel shares that she knows her own origin because of a near-death experience she had at age four, during which she says she went on a field trip with angels and learned she is from the angelic realm as a seraphim.

“Woohoo News You Can Use”

The episode includes Rachel’s recurring “Woohoo News You Can Use” segment. She first discusses research suggesting that serotonin, often described as a feel-good chemical, may worsen tinnitus symptoms for some people, particularly in relation to serotonin-related brain circuits and SSRI medications. Rachel connects this to a spiritual reminder that more is not always better and that balance matters. She then discusses a proposed experiment involving gravitational waves, laser light, and the quantum nature of gravity, explaining it in simple terms as an attempt to understand the hidden structure of reality.

Rachel’s Struggle with Drinking and Self-Medication

Rachel then moves into a deeply personal story about a period when she was drinking heavily and hiding it from her family. She says she was drinking about a bottle of vodka a day and had already heard God tell her that if she stopped drinking, she could create anything she wanted, but if she continued, she would be dead in three weeks. Rachel explains that she had been trying to self-medicate because, as a healer, pastor, teacher, mother, and wife, she struggled to carry the emotions and lower vibrations of Earth while being alone with her own thoughts.

Being Pulled Out of Her Body

Rachel describes lying in bed beside her sleeping husband when her chest tightened, her jaw and body locked up, and she felt herself being pulled out of her body like a backpack. She says she rose about 40 feet above her body and could see herself and her husband in bed below. She then saw a control-room-like space to her right, filled with people at computers. A woman saw Rachel and reacted as if Rachel was not supposed to be there, and Rachel noticed that the woman’s screen showed Rachel’s bedroom along with streams of data or code.

The Control Room and Orientation

Rachel says a man came to guide her and told her they had been expecting her. She was taken down an elevator into an orientation room filled with people who seemed confused, as though they had just awakened somewhere unfamiliar. Some asked about work, children, pets, whether they were dead, and whether they were in the afterlife. A humanoid figure told them their questions would be answered later and repeatedly urged them to stay calm. Rachel’s guide said the people were going through a “remembering” process and that the place was not a punishment.

Soul Exile 13

Rachel says the place she visited was called Soul Exile 13. As she toured it, she saw different levels or areas, including residential spaces, classrooms, and increasingly beautiful environments. The lower levels seemed more sterile and clinical, while higher levels included comfortable residences, fireplaces, digital windows, gardens, fresh food, and community spaces. Rachel says people there worked only about three hours a day, attended growth-oriented classes, and lived in groups of about eight souls who functioned more like a soul group than an Earth-style family.

Classes, Soul Growth, and Remembering

Rachel describes the classes on Soul Exile 13 as therapy-like sessions where people were asked questions about childhood, memory, love, life, and meaning. The purpose was not to pass or fail, but to support soul growth. She says people graduated upward when they were ready, not as a reward or punishment, but because learning too much too soon would overwhelm them. Rachel explains that the system was designed to help people remember gradually, rather than shock them with truths before they could handle them.

The Pod Room and the Holographic Earth

The most dramatic part of Rachel’s account comes when her guide takes her to what she calls the pod room. She describes rows and rows of upright coffin-sized pods filled with fluid, each containing a young-looking human body. Rachel says she was told that every person on Earth has a body in a pod, while their consciousness is projected onto Earth as an avatar. According to what she was told, Earth is currently in its thirteenth version and exists as a holographic or grid-like projection created collectively by consciousness.

Source, Soul Choice, and Returning to Earth

Rachel asks whether God is involved in this system, and she says the beings told her that Source is involved in everything, though religious concepts of God belong more specifically to Earth. She explains that souls can choose whether to remain on Soul Exile 13 or return to Earth. If a person chooses to stay, an avatar version of them continues on Earth with their memories and abilities, though children, pets, or highly intuitive people may notice something different. Rachel says she chose to return because she wanted to be with her husband Edward and her children.

Returning Through the Pod

Rachel describes being shown how to return to her Earth life by entering an empty pod. She says she was told to press one button to avoid suffocation as the pod filled with fluid and another button if she wanted to remember the experience. She pressed both. When she pushed the second button, she woke up in bed and initially wondered whether it had been a dream. Over time, she came to believe it was not a dream, especially after hearing other people describe similar experiences of waking up beyond the matrix.

Working with the Matrix

Rachel says the lesson from the experience is that reality is more malleable than people realize. She describes Earth as a projected experience and asks how people can “mess with” or consciously work with the matrix. She introduces Grabovoi codes, which she describes as number sequences connected with specific intentions or outcomes. She gives examples for creativity, prosperity, and confidence, explaining that writing, repeating, or focusing on the numbers can help recode the energetic field.

Sigils, Intentions, and Reality Creation

Rachel also demonstrates how to create a sigil, a symbolic image made by combining the letters of a word into one visual form. She uses the word “money” as an example and explains that a sigil can hold a person’s intention, collapse unhelpful timelines, and concentrate energy toward a desired reality. She also suggests writing intentions on mirrors, door frames, or other visible places as reminders and energetic anchors. For Rachel, these practices are ways of participating consciously in the reality people are already helping to create.

Closing Blessing and Invitation

Rachel closes the episode by clearing the space with rose and mugwort smoke, offering a blessing, and inviting listeners to find her on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and her website. She reminds listeners that they can book a session through RachelCorpus.com and ends with love, encouragement, and her familiar reminder to keep their halos straight. The episode blends angel communication, personal testimony, spiritual cosmology, practical manifestation tools, and Rachel’s central message that people are more powerful creators of reality than they often realize.]]></media:description>
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        <title>Prophecy in the Spotlight, June 1, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>Prophecy in the Spotlight, June 1, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[Prophecy In The Spotlight with Daniel Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal

The Bible and UFO's
Dan Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal on Deception, Prophecy, and the Rapture

Dan Goodwin Frames the Episode Around UFO Deception

In this episode of Prophecy in the Spotlight, hosts Dan Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal discuss UFOs, UAPs, government disclosure, Nephilim theories, and what they view as spiritual deception. Dan opens by connecting the episode to the previous week’s discussion on apostasy and deception, arguing that the current UFO phenomenon may be part of a larger end-times deception. He says he believes UFOs may eventually be used to explain away the rapture, discredit God, and weaken people’s faith in the Bible.

Science Fiction, Culture, and the UFO Generation

The hosts begin with a humorous reference to science-fiction culture, describing the modern audience as the Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, and Star Wars generation. Dan says he is not opposed to science fiction as entertainment, as long as people understand it is fiction. Dr. Hiltibidal adds that the problem is that many people now treat what once belonged to fiction as reality. The hosts argue that this cultural conditioning has made people more receptive to UFO claims, alien narratives, portals, and speculative interpretations of Scripture.

Prophecy Teachers, Nephilim Theories, and Extra-Biblical Books

Dan and Dr. Hiltibidal criticize what they describe as a major trend in the prophecy world toward Nephilim, UFO, and return-of-the-giants teaching. They argue that much of this teaching rests on a weak or fictional reading of Genesis 6 and on ideas inserted into the biblical text rather than clearly taught by it. They also warn against promoting books such as Enoch or other extra-biblical writings as if they were missing parts of Scripture. The hosts maintain that such material was never part of the biblical canon and should not be treated as authoritative.

Government Files, UAPs, and Public Fascination

The hosts then discuss articles connected to recent government UFO or UAP file releases. They note that officials now often use the term UAP, or unidentified anomalous phenomenon, rather than UFO. The discussion includes references to historical State Department cables, FBI records, NASA transcripts, and a Pentagon portal created for disclosure-related materials. Dan remains skeptical that these releases will reveal the truth, arguing that many sightings are likely military technology, misunderstood light, experimental aircraft, or other explainable phenomena rather than extraterrestrial or angelic craft.

Lauren Boebert, Spiritual Dimensions, and Demonic Speculation

A portion of the discussion centers on Representative Lauren Boebert’s comments suggesting that some UFO or UAP phenomena might be spiritual rather than extraterrestrial. Dan and Dr. Hiltibidal acknowledge that she is trying to frame the issue through a biblical worldview, but they disagree with her interpretation. They object to claims that the Bible teaches modern Nephilim/UFO ideas and push back against language about portals or spiritual dimensions. While they believe demonic deception is involved in the broader UFO narrative, they do not believe fallen angels are literally piloting spacecraft.

Man-Made Technology and the Flying Wing Example

Dan uses historical military aircraft to argue that unusual things in the sky are not necessarily otherworldly. He points to Germany’s World War II-era flying-wing technology as an example of something that would have seemed impossible or alien to ordinary observers at the time. He argues that if someone had seen such a craft in the 1940s, they might have concluded it was from another world simply because they had no frame of reference. For Dan, this illustrates how advanced military technology, secrecy, and public imagination can create UFO stories without requiring extraterrestrial explanations.

The Rapture and a Possible Alien Explanation

One of the central prophetic claims of the episode is Dan’s belief that UFO or alien narratives may be used after the rapture to explain why believers disappeared. He suggests that if the rapture occurs and people are left behind, a prepared UFO framework could allow the world to believe Christians were taken by extraterrestrial forces or removed because they were harmful to society. Dr. Hiltibidal adds that this kind of narrative could help people accept the Antichrist by obscuring the biblical meaning of the rapture.

The Vatican, Telescopes, and Possible Future Claims

Dan also discusses the Vatican’s telescope in Arizona and suggests that the Roman Catholic Church may eventually claim contact with beings from space. He worries that such a claim could be used to revise or challenge biblical teaching. The hosts speculate that if the Vatican or other authoritative institutions announced contact with extraterrestrial beings, many people would accept it. They connect this possibility to their larger concern that UFO disclosure narratives could undermine confidence in Scripture.

Dangers of UFO Hype

Dan lists several dangers he sees in UFO hype. He says it can draw believers away from the clear teachings of the Bible, cause discord among Christians, lead people into fables, waste time that should be spent doing what God has called believers to do, create rabbit holes of speculation, discredit Christians before the world, and make believers unwitting partners in deception if the narrative is satanic. Dr. Hiltibidal agrees that chasing such stories can pull people away from Scripture, salvation, and the practical work of evangelism.

Closing Call to Stay Grounded in Scripture

The episode closes with Dan urging listeners not to get caught up in UFO hype from prophecy ministries, government officials, or popular culture. Dr. Hiltibidal emphasizes the need to make sure one is truly born again and to spend life trying to win others to Christ rather than chasing what he calls fairy tales. The hosts end by reinforcing their main message: believers should remain grounded in the Bible, resist sensational deception, and keep their focus on salvation, Scripture, and the return of Christ.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Prophecy In The Spotlight with Daniel Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal

The Bible and UFO's
Dan Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal on Deception, Prophecy, and the Rapture

Dan Goodwin Frames the Episode Around UFO Deception

In this episode of Prophecy in the Spotlight, hosts Dan Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal discuss UFOs, UAPs, government disclosure, Nephilim theories, and what they view as spiritual deception. Dan opens by connecting the episode to the previous week’s discussion on apostasy and deception, arguing that the current UFO phenomenon may be part of a larger end-times deception. He says he believes UFOs may eventually be used to explain away the rapture, discredit God, and weaken people’s faith in the Bible.

Science Fiction, Culture, and the UFO Generation

The hosts begin with a humorous reference to science-fiction culture, describing the modern audience as the Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, and Star Wars generation. Dan says he is not opposed to science fiction as entertainment, as long as people understand it is fiction. Dr. Hiltibidal adds that the problem is that many people now treat what once belonged to fiction as reality. The hosts argue that this cultural conditioning has made people more receptive to UFO claims, alien narratives, portals, and speculative interpretations of Scripture.

Prophecy Teachers, Nephilim Theories, and Extra-Biblical Books

Dan and Dr. Hiltibidal criticize what they describe as a major trend in the prophecy world toward Nephilim, UFO, and return-of-the-giants teaching. They argue that much of this teaching rests on a weak or fictional reading of Genesis 6 and on ideas inserted into the biblical text rather than clearly taught by it. They also warn against promoting books such as Enoch or other extra-biblical writings as if they were missing parts of Scripture. The hosts maintain that such material was never part of the biblical canon and should not be treated as authoritative.

Government Files, UAPs, and Public Fascination

The hosts then discuss articles connected to recent government UFO or UAP file releases. They note that officials now often use the term UAP, or unidentified anomalous phenomenon, rather than UFO. The discussion includes references to historical State Department cables, FBI records, NASA transcripts, and a Pentagon portal created for disclosure-related materials. Dan remains skeptical that these releases will reveal the truth, arguing that many sightings are likely military technology, misunderstood light, experimental aircraft, or other explainable phenomena rather than extraterrestrial or angelic craft.

Lauren Boebert, Spiritual Dimensions, and Demonic Speculation

A portion of the discussion centers on Representative Lauren Boebert’s comments suggesting that some UFO or UAP phenomena might be spiritual rather than extraterrestrial. Dan and Dr. Hiltibidal acknowledge that she is trying to frame the issue through a biblical worldview, but they disagree with her interpretation. They object to claims that the Bible teaches modern Nephilim/UFO ideas and push back against language about portals or spiritual dimensions. While they believe demonic deception is involved in the broader UFO narrative, they do not believe fallen angels are literally piloting spacecraft.

Man-Made Technology and the Flying Wing Example

Dan uses historical military aircraft to argue that unusual things in the sky are not necessarily otherworldly. He points to Germany’s World War II-era flying-wing technology as an example of something that would have seemed impossible or alien to ordinary observers at the time. He argues that if someone had seen such a craft in the 1940s, they might have concluded it was from another world simply because they had no frame of reference. For Dan, this illustrates how advanced military technology, secrecy, and public imagination can create UFO stories without requiring extraterrestrial explanations.

The Rapture and a Possible Alien Explanation

One of the central prophetic claims of the episode is Dan’s belief that UFO or alien narratives may be used after the rapture to explain why believers disappeared. He suggests that if the rapture occurs and people are left behind, a prepared UFO framework could allow the world to believe Christians were taken by extraterrestrial forces or removed because they were harmful to society. Dr. Hiltibidal adds that this kind of narrative could help people accept the Antichrist by obscuring the biblical meaning of the rapture.

The Vatican, Telescopes, and Possible Future Claims

Dan also discusses the Vatican’s telescope in Arizona and suggests that the Roman Catholic Church may eventually claim contact with beings from space. He worries that such a claim could be used to revise or challenge biblical teaching. The hosts speculate that if the Vatican or other authoritative institutions announced contact with extraterrestrial beings, many people would accept it. They connect this possibility to their larger concern that UFO disclosure narratives could undermine confidence in Scripture.

Dangers of UFO Hype

Dan lists several dangers he sees in UFO hype. He says it can draw believers away from the clear teachings of the Bible, cause discord among Christians, lead people into fables, waste time that should be spent doing what God has called believers to do, create rabbit holes of speculation, discredit Christians before the world, and make believers unwitting partners in deception if the narrative is satanic. Dr. Hiltibidal agrees that chasing such stories can pull people away from Scripture, salvation, and the practical work of evangelism.

Closing Call to Stay Grounded in Scripture

The episode closes with Dan urging listeners not to get caught up in UFO hype from prophecy ministries, government officials, or popular culture. Dr. Hiltibidal emphasizes the need to make sure one is truly born again and to spend life trying to win others to Christ rather than chasing what he calls fairy tales. The hosts end by reinforcing their main message: believers should remain grounded in the Bible, resist sensational deception, and keep their focus on salvation, Scripture, and the return of Christ.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Prophecy In The Spotlight with Daniel Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal

The Bible and UFO's
Dan Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal on Deception, Prophecy, and the Rapture

Dan Goodwin Frames the Episode Around UFO Deception

In this episode of Prophecy in the Spotlight, hosts Dan Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal discuss UFOs, UAPs, government disclosure, Nephilim theories, and what they view as spiritual deception. Dan opens by connecting the episode to the previous week’s discussion on apostasy and deception, arguing that the current UFO phenomenon may be part of a larger end-times deception. He says he believes UFOs may eventually be used to explain away the rapture, discredit God, and weaken people’s faith in the Bible.

Science Fiction, Culture, and the UFO Generation

The hosts begin with a humorous reference to science-fiction culture, describing the modern audience as the Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, and Star Wars generation. Dan says he is not opposed to science fiction as entertainment, as long as people understand it is fiction. Dr. Hiltibidal adds that the problem is that many people now treat what once belonged to fiction as reality. The hosts argue that this cultural conditioning has made people more receptive to UFO claims, alien narratives, portals, and speculative interpretations of Scripture.

Prophecy Teachers, Nephilim Theories, and Extra-Biblical Books

Dan and Dr. Hiltibidal criticize what they describe as a major trend in the prophecy world toward Nephilim, UFO, and return-of-the-giants teaching. They argue that much of this teaching rests on a weak or fictional reading of Genesis 6 and on ideas inserted into the biblical text rather than clearly taught by it. They also warn against promoting books such as Enoch or other extra-biblical writings as if they were missing parts of Scripture. The hosts maintain that such material was never part of the biblical canon and should not be treated as authoritative.

Government Files, UAPs, and Public Fascination

The hosts then discuss articles connected to recent government UFO or UAP file releases. They note that officials now often use the term UAP, or unidentified anomalous phenomenon, rather than UFO. The discussion includes references to historical State Department cables, FBI records, NASA transcripts, and a Pentagon portal created for disclosure-related materials. Dan remains skeptical that these releases will reveal the truth, arguing that many sightings are likely military technology, misunderstood light, experimental aircraft, or other explainable phenomena rather than extraterrestrial or angelic craft.

Lauren Boebert, Spiritual Dimensions, and Demonic Speculation

A portion of the discussion centers on Representative Lauren Boebert’s comments suggesting that some UFO or UAP phenomena might be spiritual rather than extraterrestrial. Dan and Dr. Hiltibidal acknowledge that she is trying to frame the issue through a biblical worldview, but they disagree with her interpretation. They object to claims that the Bible teaches modern Nephilim/UFO ideas and push back against language about portals or spiritual dimensions. While they believe demonic deception is involved in the broader UFO narrative, they do not believe fallen angels are literally piloting spacecraft.

Man-Made Technology and the Flying Wing Example

Dan uses historical military aircraft to argue that unusual things in the sky are not necessarily otherworldly. He points to Germany’s World War II-era flying-wing technology as an example of something that would have seemed impossible or alien to ordinary observers at the time. He argues that if someone had seen such a craft in the 1940s, they might have concluded it was from another world simply because they had no frame of reference. For Dan, this illustrates how advanced military technology, secrecy, and public imagination can create UFO stories without requiring extraterrestrial explanations.

The Rap]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:description><![CDATA[Prophecy In The Spotlight with Daniel Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal

The Bible and UFO's
Dan Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal on Deception, Prophecy, and the Rapture

Dan Goodwin Frames the Episode Around UFO Deception

In this episode of Prophecy in the Spotlight, hosts Dan Goodwin and Dr. Charles Hiltibidal discuss UFOs, UAPs, government disclosure, Nephilim theories, and what they view as spiritual deception. Dan opens by connecting the episode to the previous week’s discussion on apostasy and deception, arguing that the current UFO phenomenon may be part of a larger end-times deception. He says he believes UFOs may eventually be used to explain away the rapture, discredit God, and weaken people’s faith in the Bible.

Science Fiction, Culture, and the UFO Generation

The hosts begin with a humorous reference to science-fiction culture, describing the modern audience as the Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, and Star Wars generation. Dan says he is not opposed to science fiction as entertainment, as long as people understand it is fiction. Dr. Hiltibidal adds that the problem is that many people now treat what once belonged to fiction as reality. The hosts argue that this cultural conditioning has made people more receptive to UFO claims, alien narratives, portals, and speculative interpretations of Scripture.

Prophecy Teachers, Nephilim Theories, and Extra-Biblical Books

Dan and Dr. Hiltibidal criticize what they describe as a major trend in the prophecy world toward Nephilim, UFO, and return-of-the-giants teaching. They argue that much of this teaching rests on a weak or fictional reading of Genesis 6 and on ideas inserted into the biblical text rather than clearly taught by it. They also warn against promoting books such as Enoch or other extra-biblical writings as if they were missing parts of Scripture. The hosts maintain that such material was never part of the biblical canon and should not be treated as authoritative.

Government Files, UAPs, and Public Fascination

The hosts then discuss articles connected to recent government UFO or UAP file releases. They note that officials now often use the term UAP, or unidentified anomalous phenomenon, rather than UFO. The discussion includes references to historical State Department cables, FBI records, NASA transcripts, and a Pentagon portal created for disclosure-related materials. Dan remains skeptical that these releases will reveal the truth, arguing that many sightings are likely military technology, misunderstood light, experimental aircraft, or other explainable phenomena rather than extraterrestrial or angelic craft.

Lauren Boebert, Spiritual Dimensions, and Demonic Speculation

A portion of the discussion centers on Representative Lauren Boebert’s comments suggesting that some UFO or UAP phenomena might be spiritual rather than extraterrestrial. Dan and Dr. Hiltibidal acknowledge that she is trying to frame the issue through a biblical worldview, but they disagree with her interpretation. They object to claims that the Bible teaches modern Nephilim/UFO ideas and push back against language about portals or spiritual dimensions. While they believe demonic deception is involved in the broader UFO narrative, they do not believe fallen angels are literally piloting spacecraft.

Man-Made Technology and the Flying Wing Example

Dan uses historical military aircraft to argue that unusual things in the sky are not necessarily otherworldly. He points to Germany’s World War II-era flying-wing technology as an example of something that would have seemed impossible or alien to ordinary observers at the time. He argues that if someone had seen such a craft in the 1940s, they might have concluded it was from another world simply because they had no frame of reference. For Dan, this illustrates how advanced military technology, secrecy, and public imagination can create UFO stories without requiring extraterrestrial explanations.

The Rapture and a Possible Alien Explanation

One of the central prophetic claims of the episode is Dan’s belief that UFO or alien narratives may be used after the rapture to explain why believers disappeared. He suggests that if the rapture occurs and people are left behind, a prepared UFO framework could allow the world to believe Christians were taken by extraterrestrial forces or removed because they were harmful to society. Dr. Hiltibidal adds that this kind of narrative could help people accept the Antichrist by obscuring the biblical meaning of the rapture.

The Vatican, Telescopes, and Possible Future Claims

Dan also discusses the Vatican’s telescope in Arizona and suggests that the Roman Catholic Church may eventually claim contact with beings from space. He worries that such a claim could be used to revise or challenge biblical teaching. The hosts speculate that if the Vatican or other authoritative institutions announced contact with extraterrestrial beings, many people would accept it. They connect this possibility to their larger concern that UFO disclosure narratives could undermine confidence in Scripture.

Dangers of UFO Hype

Dan lists several dangers he sees in UFO hype. He says it can draw believers away from the clear teachings of the Bible, cause discord among Christians, lead people into fables, waste time that should be spent doing what God has called believers to do, create rabbit holes of speculation, discredit Christians before the world, and make believers unwitting partners in deception if the narrative is satanic. Dr. Hiltibidal agrees that chasing such stories can pull people away from Scripture, salvation, and the practical work of evangelism.

Closing Call to Stay Grounded in Scripture

The episode closes with Dan urging listeners not to get caught up in UFO hype from prophecy ministries, government officials, or popular culture. Dr. Hiltibidal emphasizes the need to make sure one is truly born again and to spend life trying to win others to Christ rather than chasing what he calls fairy tales. The hosts end by reinforcing their main message: believers should remain grounded in the Bible, resist sensational deception, and keep their focus on salvation, Scripture, and the return of Christ.]]></media:description>
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        <title>Chuck and Julie Show, June 1, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>Chuck and Julie Show, June 1, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[Chuck And Julie Show with Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden

Colorado GOP Shakeup: Craig Steiner, Opt-Out, Party Strategy, and the Road Ahead
Guest, Ted Harvey

The CO GOP elected a new party chair  - Craig Steiner from Douglas County.  Supporter Ted Harvey joins the show and assures grassroots Steiner fully backs opting out of the disastrous open primary.
Plus Tina Peters is free today!

Chuck and Julie Open with Colorado Republican Party News

In this episode of The Chuck and Julie Show, hosts Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden open with major news from the Colorado Republican Party. They discuss the party meeting in Buena Vista, where Craig Steiner of Douglas County was elected the new Colorado GOP chair after defeating Joe Oltmann and Jeremy Goodall. The hosts bring on former Colorado legislator and strategist Ted Harvey, who supported Steiner’s campaign and helped explain what the leadership change may mean for the party going forward.

Ted Harvey Describes Craig Steiner as a Tactician

Ted Harvey describes Craig Steiner as a political tactician rather than a loud partisan figure. He explains that Steiner previously served as secretary and chair of the Douglas County Republican Party and created a voter-targeting program called Voter Spectrum, which has been used for get-out-the-vote efforts, door knocking, phone banking, and campaign organizing. Harvey argues that Steiner is strong on conservative issues such as life, guns, taxes, unions, and education, and points to Douglas County victories, including Republican wins and school-board efforts, as evidence that Steiner understands how to organize and win.

Ballot Harvesting and Get-Out-the-Vote Strategy

Chuck asks about ballot harvesting and whether it will be part of the Colorado GOP’s future strategy. He recalls using absentee voting and ballot collection in Glendale years earlier and argues that Republicans have often been outworked by Democrats on this front. Harvey says Douglas County Republicans have used similar tactics successfully, especially in smaller races where turnout is lower, but acknowledges that large-scale ballot harvesting requires money, volunteers, organization, and paid effort. He also notes that the Colorado Republican Party does not currently have much money, making fundraising and organizational rebuilding essential.

The Opt-Out Issue and Republican Primaries

A major focus of the interview is Colorado’s opt-out issue, tied to the party’s ability to opt out of open primaries and return more candidate selection power to Republican caucus and assembly participants. Harvey says he has been on the front line helping push opt-out efforts and would not have supported Steiner if Steiner were not aligned with him on that issue. He says Steiner opposed Proposition 108 when it was on the ballot and believed the party should opt out as quickly as possible. Harvey argues that establishment figures have used open primaries to influence Republican nominations and keep conservatives from winning.

Party Debt, Legal Bills, and Donor Confidence

Chuck and Julie also ask about party finances, debt, and legal bills left from the previous administration. Harvey says donors were reluctant to give money while the party appeared focused on legal battles and internal fights rather than electing Republicans. He says Steiner’s first task will be to understand the lawsuits, invoices, and financial obligations facing the party. Harvey believes that if donors see competent leadership and assurance that money will go toward winning elections instead of paying attorneys, they may begin contributing again.

Neutral Leadership and Avoiding the Enemy List

The hosts discuss internal party fights, including what they describe as “enemy lists” and attacks on grassroots conservatives under prior party leadership. Harvey says Steiner will not create an enemy list and will not use the chairmanship to put his thumb on the scale in primaries. While Chuck and Julie express interest in seeing some establishment Republicans challenged, Harvey argues that the chair should not personally drive primary attacks. Instead, he says the state party should focus on making the process fair and preventing establishment forces from tilting the playing field against conservatives.

The RNC, NRCC, and Future Assemblies

Harvey says the Republican National Committee and national Republican groups will need to decide whether to work with the Colorado GOP if the party moves forward with opt-out. He argues that Steiner’s temperament may help because Steiner is not a bomb-thrower, but someone focused on doing the work. Harvey says the party will need to prepare for a very different nomination process, including state, county, state House, and state Senate assemblies where Republican activists and caucus participants will have far more influence in selecting nominees.

Tina Peters Released from Custody

After the Ted Harvey interview, Chuck and Julie turn to the release of Tina Peters, who was freed that morning. They discuss her interview with Steve Bannon, where she said she remained concerned about election machines and vote-flipping claims. Chuck and Julie criticize media descriptions that characterize Peters as being imprisoned for “election fraud,” arguing that the actual charges related to official misconduct, impersonation, and attempts to influence a public servant. They also criticize Republicans and Democrats who opposed her release, while noting that Governor Jared Polis may have had political reasons for granting relief.

Colorado Politics, Jared Polis, and Party Divisions

The hosts speculate about Governor Jared Polis’s motives, including whether his decision regarding Tina Peters may be connected to future national ambitions. They also discuss divisions within Colorado politics, the role of county clerks, and the divide between grassroots Republicans and establishment figures. Chuck argues that the state may eventually become ready for a real alternative to Democratic governance if economic and political conditions continue to decline, though he also acknowledges that opt-out alone will not guarantee statewide Republican victories.

Media Humor, Spencer Pratt, and Campaign Messaging

The episode later shifts into commentary on media, campaign ads, and political humor. Chuck and Julie discuss Spencer Pratt’s Los Angeles mayoral campaign messaging and praise a satirical ad portraying left-leaning media outlets as a kind of ideological treatment. They argue that humor can be powerful political messaging when it is funny because it contains truth. The hosts contrast this style with Republican messaging they see as less creative, saying conservatives could benefit from sharper, more intelligent humor.

CBS, CNN, Barry Weiss, and Legacy Media

The hosts also comment on legacy media upheaval, including reports involving Barry Weiss, CBS/60 Minutes figures, Scott Pelley, Anderson Cooper, CNN, and possible changes in major network leadership. Chuck and Julie frame these developments as signs that old media institutions are losing influence and that some longtime media personalities may not understand how much the media landscape has changed. Their broader point is that legacy outlets can no longer assume the same level of audience control or cultural authority they once had.

Closing Thoughts on the Colorado GOP’s Future

Chuck and Julie close by saying they believe Craig Steiner’s leadership could help stabilize and revitalize the Colorado Republican Party, especially if the opt-out process moves forward. They describe him as a calmer, more practical chair who may not be as combative as past figures but may be better suited to rebuilding party structure. The episode ends with optimism that the party may be moving toward a more grassroots-driven future, even while acknowledging that organization, money, unity, and candidate quality will still determine whether Republicans can win.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Chuck And Julie Show with Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden

Colorado GOP Shakeup: Craig Steiner, Opt-Out, Party Strategy, and the Road Ahead
Guest, Ted Harvey

The CO GOP elected a new party chair  - Craig Steiner from Douglas County.  Supporter Ted Harvey joins the show and assures grassroots Steiner fully backs opting out of the disastrous open primary.
Plus Tina Peters is free today!

Chuck and Julie Open with Colorado Republican Party News

In this episode of The Chuck and Julie Show, hosts Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden open with major news from the Colorado Republican Party. They discuss the party meeting in Buena Vista, where Craig Steiner of Douglas County was elected the new Colorado GOP chair after defeating Joe Oltmann and Jeremy Goodall. The hosts bring on former Colorado legislator and strategist Ted Harvey, who supported Steiner’s campaign and helped explain what the leadership change may mean for the party going forward.

Ted Harvey Describes Craig Steiner as a Tactician

Ted Harvey describes Craig Steiner as a political tactician rather than a loud partisan figure. He explains that Steiner previously served as secretary and chair of the Douglas County Republican Party and created a voter-targeting program called Voter Spectrum, which has been used for get-out-the-vote efforts, door knocking, phone banking, and campaign organizing. Harvey argues that Steiner is strong on conservative issues such as life, guns, taxes, unions, and education, and points to Douglas County victories, including Republican wins and school-board efforts, as evidence that Steiner understands how to organize and win.

Ballot Harvesting and Get-Out-the-Vote Strategy

Chuck asks about ballot harvesting and whether it will be part of the Colorado GOP’s future strategy. He recalls using absentee voting and ballot collection in Glendale years earlier and argues that Republicans have often been outworked by Democrats on this front. Harvey says Douglas County Republicans have used similar tactics successfully, especially in smaller races where turnout is lower, but acknowledges that large-scale ballot harvesting requires money, volunteers, organization, and paid effort. He also notes that the Colorado Republican Party does not currently have much money, making fundraising and organizational rebuilding essential.

The Opt-Out Issue and Republican Primaries

A major focus of the interview is Colorado’s opt-out issue, tied to the party’s ability to opt out of open primaries and return more candidate selection power to Republican caucus and assembly participants. Harvey says he has been on the front line helping push opt-out efforts and would not have supported Steiner if Steiner were not aligned with him on that issue. He says Steiner opposed Proposition 108 when it was on the ballot and believed the party should opt out as quickly as possible. Harvey argues that establishment figures have used open primaries to influence Republican nominations and keep conservatives from winning.

Party Debt, Legal Bills, and Donor Confidence

Chuck and Julie also ask about party finances, debt, and legal bills left from the previous administration. Harvey says donors were reluctant to give money while the party appeared focused on legal battles and internal fights rather than electing Republicans. He says Steiner’s first task will be to understand the lawsuits, invoices, and financial obligations facing the party. Harvey believes that if donors see competent leadership and assurance that money will go toward winning elections instead of paying attorneys, they may begin contributing again.

Neutral Leadership and Avoiding the Enemy List

The hosts discuss internal party fights, including what they describe as “enemy lists” and attacks on grassroots conservatives under prior party leadership. Harvey says Steiner will not create an enemy list and will not use the chairmanship to put his thumb on the scale in primaries. While Chuck and Julie express interest in seeing some establishment Republicans challenged, Harvey argues that the chair should not personally drive primary attacks. Instead, he says the state party should focus on making the process fair and preventing establishment forces from tilting the playing field against conservatives.

The RNC, NRCC, and Future Assemblies

Harvey says the Republican National Committee and national Republican groups will need to decide whether to work with the Colorado GOP if the party moves forward with opt-out. He argues that Steiner’s temperament may help because Steiner is not a bomb-thrower, but someone focused on doing the work. Harvey says the party will need to prepare for a very different nomination process, including state, county, state House, and state Senate assemblies where Republican activists and caucus participants will have far more influence in selecting nominees.

Tina Peters Released from Custody

After the Ted Harvey interview, Chuck and Julie turn to the release of Tina Peters, who was freed that morning. They discuss her interview with Steve Bannon, where she said she remained concerned about election machines and vote-flipping claims. Chuck and Julie criticize media descriptions that characterize Peters as being imprisoned for “election fraud,” arguing that the actual charges related to official misconduct, impersonation, and attempts to influence a public servant. They also criticize Republicans and Democrats who opposed her release, while noting that Governor Jared Polis may have had political reasons for granting relief.

Colorado Politics, Jared Polis, and Party Divisions

The hosts speculate about Governor Jared Polis’s motives, including whether his decision regarding Tina Peters may be connected to future national ambitions. They also discuss divisions within Colorado politics, the role of county clerks, and the divide between grassroots Republicans and establishment figures. Chuck argues that the state may eventually become ready for a real alternative to Democratic governance if economic and political conditions continue to decline, though he also acknowledges that opt-out alone will not guarantee statewide Republican victories.

Media Humor, Spencer Pratt, and Campaign Messaging

The episode later shifts into commentary on media, campaign ads, and political humor. Chuck and Julie discuss Spencer Pratt’s Los Angeles mayoral campaign messaging and praise a satirical ad portraying left-leaning media outlets as a kind of ideological treatment. They argue that humor can be powerful political messaging when it is funny because it contains truth. The hosts contrast this style with Republican messaging they see as less creative, saying conservatives could benefit from sharper, more intelligent humor.

CBS, CNN, Barry Weiss, and Legacy Media

The hosts also comment on legacy media upheaval, including reports involving Barry Weiss, CBS/60 Minutes figures, Scott Pelley, Anderson Cooper, CNN, and possible changes in major network leadership. Chuck and Julie frame these developments as signs that old media institutions are losing influence and that some longtime media personalities may not understand how much the media landscape has changed. Their broader point is that legacy outlets can no longer assume the same level of audience control or cultural authority they once had.

Closing Thoughts on the Colorado GOP’s Future

Chuck and Julie close by saying they believe Craig Steiner’s leadership could help stabilize and revitalize the Colorado Republican Party, especially if the opt-out process moves forward. They describe him as a calmer, more practical chair who may not be as combative as past figures but may be better suited to rebuilding party structure. The episode ends with optimism that the party may be moving toward a more grassroots-driven future, even while acknowledging that organization, money, unity, and candidate quality will still determine whether Republicans can win.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Chuck And Julie Show with Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden

Colorado GOP Shakeup: Craig Steiner, Opt-Out, Party Strategy, and the Road Ahead
Guest, Ted Harvey

The CO GOP elected a new party chair  - Craig Steiner from Douglas County.  Supporter Ted Harvey joins the show and assures grassroots Steiner fully backs opting out of the disastrous open primary.
Plus Tina Peters is free today!

Chuck and Julie Open with Colorado Republican Party News

In this episode of The Chuck and Julie Show, hosts Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden open with major news from the Colorado Republican Party. They discuss the party meeting in Buena Vista, where Craig Steiner of Douglas County was elected the new Colorado GOP chair after defeating Joe Oltmann and Jeremy Goodall. The hosts bring on former Colorado legislator and strategist Ted Harvey, who supported Steiner’s campaign and helped explain what the leadership change may mean for the party going forward.

Ted Harvey Describes Craig Steiner as a Tactician

Ted Harvey describes Craig Steiner as a political tactician rather than a loud partisan figure. He explains that Steiner previously served as secretary and chair of the Douglas County Republican Party and created a voter-targeting program called Voter Spectrum, which has been used for get-out-the-vote efforts, door knocking, phone banking, and campaign organizing. Harvey argues that Steiner is strong on conservative issues such as life, guns, taxes, unions, and education, and points to Douglas County victories, including Republican wins and school-board efforts, as evidence that Steiner understands how to organize and win.

Ballot Harvesting and Get-Out-the-Vote Strategy

Chuck asks about ballot harvesting and whether it will be part of the Colorado GOP’s future strategy. He recalls using absentee voting and ballot collection in Glendale years earlier and argues that Republicans have often been outworked by Democrats on this front. Harvey says Douglas County Republicans have used similar tactics successfully, especially in smaller races where turnout is lower, but acknowledges that large-scale ballot harvesting requires money, volunteers, organization, and paid effort. He also notes that the Colorado Republican Party does not currently have much money, making fundraising and organizational rebuilding essential.

The Opt-Out Issue and Republican Primaries

A major focus of the interview is Colorado’s opt-out issue, tied to the party’s ability to opt out of open primaries and return more candidate selection power to Republican caucus and assembly participants. Harvey says he has been on the front line helping push opt-out efforts and would not have supported Steiner if Steiner were not aligned with him on that issue. He says Steiner opposed Proposition 108 when it was on the ballot and believed the party should opt out as quickly as possible. Harvey argues that establishment figures have used open primaries to influence Republican nominations and keep conservatives from winning.

Party Debt, Legal Bills, and Donor Confidence

Chuck and Julie also ask about party finances, debt, and legal bills left from the previous administration. Harvey says donors were reluctant to give money while the party appeared focused on legal battles and internal fights rather than electing Republicans. He says Steiner’s first task will be to understand the lawsuits, invoices, and financial obligations facing the party. Harvey believes that if donors see competent leadership and assurance that money will go toward winning elections instead of paying attorneys, they may begin contributing again.

Neutral Leadership and Avoiding the Enemy List

The hosts discuss internal party fights, including what they describe as “enemy lists” and attacks on grassroots conservatives under prior party leadership. Harvey says Steiner will not create an enemy list and will not use the chairmanship to put his thumb on the scale in primaries. W]]></itunes:summary>

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Colorado GOP Shakeup: Craig Steiner, Opt-Out, Party Strategy, and the Road Ahead
Guest, Ted Harvey

The CO GOP elected a new party chair  - Craig Steiner from Douglas County.  Supporter Ted Harvey joins the show and assures grassroots Steiner fully backs opting out of the disastrous open primary.
Plus Tina Peters is free today!

Chuck and Julie Open with Colorado Republican Party News

In this episode of The Chuck and Julie Show, hosts Chuck Bonniwell and Julie Hayden open with major news from the Colorado Republican Party. They discuss the party meeting in Buena Vista, where Craig Steiner of Douglas County was elected the new Colorado GOP chair after defeating Joe Oltmann and Jeremy Goodall. The hosts bring on former Colorado legislator and strategist Ted Harvey, who supported Steiner’s campaign and helped explain what the leadership change may mean for the party going forward.

Ted Harvey Describes Craig Steiner as a Tactician

Ted Harvey describes Craig Steiner as a political tactician rather than a loud partisan figure. He explains that Steiner previously served as secretary and chair of the Douglas County Republican Party and created a voter-targeting program called Voter Spectrum, which has been used for get-out-the-vote efforts, door knocking, phone banking, and campaign organizing. Harvey argues that Steiner is strong on conservative issues such as life, guns, taxes, unions, and education, and points to Douglas County victories, including Republican wins and school-board efforts, as evidence that Steiner understands how to organize and win.

Ballot Harvesting and Get-Out-the-Vote Strategy

Chuck asks about ballot harvesting and whether it will be part of the Colorado GOP’s future strategy. He recalls using absentee voting and ballot collection in Glendale years earlier and argues that Republicans have often been outworked by Democrats on this front. Harvey says Douglas County Republicans have used similar tactics successfully, especially in smaller races where turnout is lower, but acknowledges that large-scale ballot harvesting requires money, volunteers, organization, and paid effort. He also notes that the Colorado Republican Party does not currently have much money, making fundraising and organizational rebuilding essential.

The Opt-Out Issue and Republican Primaries

A major focus of the interview is Colorado’s opt-out issue, tied to the party’s ability to opt out of open primaries and return more candidate selection power to Republican caucus and assembly participants. Harvey says he has been on the front line helping push opt-out efforts and would not have supported Steiner if Steiner were not aligned with him on that issue. He says Steiner opposed Proposition 108 when it was on the ballot and believed the party should opt out as quickly as possible. Harvey argues that establishment figures have used open primaries to influence Republican nominations and keep conservatives from winning.

Party Debt, Legal Bills, and Donor Confidence

Chuck and Julie also ask about party finances, debt, and legal bills left from the previous administration. Harvey says donors were reluctant to give money while the party appeared focused on legal battles and internal fights rather than electing Republicans. He says Steiner’s first task will be to understand the lawsuits, invoices, and financial obligations facing the party. Harvey believes that if donors see competent leadership and assurance that money will go toward winning elections instead of paying attorneys, they may begin contributing again.

Neutral Leadership and Avoiding the Enemy List

The hosts discuss internal party fights, including what they describe as “enemy lists” and attacks on grassroots conservatives under prior party leadership. Harvey says Steiner will not create an enemy list and will not use the chairmanship to put his thumb on the scale in primaries. While Chuck and Julie express interest in seeing some establishment Republicans challenged, Harvey argues that the chair should not personally drive primary attacks. Instead, he says the state party should focus on making the process fair and preventing establishment forces from tilting the playing field against conservatives.

The RNC, NRCC, and Future Assemblies

Harvey says the Republican National Committee and national Republican groups will need to decide whether to work with the Colorado GOP if the party moves forward with opt-out. He argues that Steiner’s temperament may help because Steiner is not a bomb-thrower, but someone focused on doing the work. Harvey says the party will need to prepare for a very different nomination process, including state, county, state House, and state Senate assemblies where Republican activists and caucus participants will have far more influence in selecting nominees.

Tina Peters Released from Custody

After the Ted Harvey interview, Chuck and Julie turn to the release of Tina Peters, who was freed that morning. They discuss her interview with Steve Bannon, where she said she remained concerned about election machines and vote-flipping claims. Chuck and Julie criticize media descriptions that characterize Peters as being imprisoned for “election fraud,” arguing that the actual charges related to official misconduct, impersonation, and attempts to influence a public servant. They also criticize Republicans and Democrats who opposed her release, while noting that Governor Jared Polis may have had political reasons for granting relief.

Colorado Politics, Jared Polis, and Party Divisions

The hosts speculate about Governor Jared Polis’s motives, including whether his decision regarding Tina Peters may be connected to future national ambitions. They also discuss divisions within Colorado politics, the role of county clerks, and the divide between grassroots Republicans and establishment figures. Chuck argues that the state may eventually become ready for a real alternative to Democratic governance if economic and political conditions continue to decline, though he also acknowledges that opt-out alone will not guarantee statewide Republican victories.

Media Humor, Spencer Pratt, and Campaign Messaging

The episode later shifts into commentary on media, campaign ads, and political humor. Chuck and Julie discuss Spencer Pratt’s Los Angeles mayoral campaign messaging and praise a satirical ad portraying left-leaning media outlets as a kind of ideological treatment. They argue that humor can be powerful political messaging when it is funny because it contains truth. The hosts contrast this style with Republican messaging they see as less creative, saying conservatives could benefit from sharper, more intelligent humor.

CBS, CNN, Barry Weiss, and Legacy Media

The hosts also comment on legacy media upheaval, including reports involving Barry Weiss, CBS/60 Minutes figures, Scott Pelley, Anderson Cooper, CNN, and possible changes in major network leadership. Chuck and Julie frame these developments as signs that old media institutions are losing influence and that some longtime media personalities may not understand how much the media landscape has changed. Their broader point is that legacy outlets can no longer assume the same level of audience control or cultural authority they once had.

Closing Thoughts on the Colorado GOP’s Future

Chuck and Julie close by saying they believe Craig Steiner’s leadership could help stabilize and revitalize the Colorado Republican Party, especially if the opt-out process moves forward. They describe him as a calmer, more practical chair who may not be as combative as past figures but may be better suited to rebuilding party structure. The episode ends with optimism that the party may be moving toward a more grassroots-driven future, even while acknowledging that organization, money, unity, and candidate quality will still determine whether Republicans can win.]]></media:description>
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        <title>The Power of Synergy, June 1, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>The Power of Synergy, June 1, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Power Of Synergy with Gabrielle Cardona

The Human Factor: Technology, Personality, Connection, and the Power of Synergy

Gabrielle Cardona Opens the Call-In Coaching Show

In this episode of The Power of Synergy, host Gabrielle Cardona introduces the program as a call-in advice show focused on life and relationships. She explains that she normally charges for individual coaching, but the show gives listeners a chance to receive practical advice at no cost. Gabrielle describes herself as a relationship coach with more than 20 years of experience and says her work focuses on teaching people what is right about them rather than labeling what is wrong.

Coaching People Toward What Works

Gabrielle recalls several early coaching experiences, including clients ranging from a 12-year-old girl to a 67-year-old man who wanted to learn how to be happy. She also tells the story of meeting her first client, a district attorney, in a coffee shop. When he asked why his life looked perfect on paper but he still was not happy, Gabrielle used personality-function language to explain that his career required too much social interaction and not enough time for his natural introverted intuition. She uses the story to show that many people are not broken or mentally ill; they may simply be living in ways that conflict with their nature.

Technology and the Loss of Human Connection

The central theme of the episode is what Gabrielle calls the human factor. She argues that technology and social media have made people more disconnected, less trusting, less self-aware, and less capable of healthy face-to-face conversation. Gabrielle says social media is often anti-social because people say things online they would not say in person if they had to be accountable. She asks listeners to consider whether technology has improved their relationships or weakened their ability to relate directly to others.

The Computer Gender Joke and Human Accountability

Gabrielle shares a joke from her oldest son about whether a computer is more like a man or a woman. She uses the joke not only for humor, but also to illustrate how people project their frustrations and misunderstandings onto technology and onto each other. Her larger point is that tools can be useful, but they become toxic when people use them to avoid accountability, direct communication, and genuine human interaction. She argues that power, influence, and responsibility must go together.

No Neutral Energy and No Inertia

Gabrielle introduces two principles of human interaction. First, she says there is no neutral energy: people either have a positive or negative effect on those around them. Second, she says there is no inertia in relationships: people are either moving toward one another or away from one another. When people move together in a healthy way, she says they can synchronize and create synergy, empowering each other rather than merely adding to each other. When they remain together in negative energy, they can end up hurting each other.

Personality Function and Daily Alignment

Gabrielle then explains personality function using Myers-Briggs-style language, focusing on dominant, auxiliary, tertiary, and inferior functions. She gives the example of her husband as an ESTP, explaining that his dominant function is extroverted sensing, while his auxiliary function is introverted thinking. She says this means he thrives through hands-on, physical, people-oriented activity, but needs solitude when making logical decisions. Gabrielle uses this example to show that people can understand themselves and others better when they know which activities energize them and which ones drain them.

Matching Work to Nature

Through the ESTP example, Gabrielle explains that different people need different kinds of daily activity to stay healthy. Some need physical, sensory interaction with people; others need quiet reflection, analysis, or solitary work. She says conflict in relationships often arises when people expect others to function the same way they do. By understanding someone’s natural pattern, people can offer love in more useful ways, such as giving someone space to think rather than taking their need for solitude personally.

Humans, Animals, and Emotional Substitutes

Gabrielle also discusses what she sees as the growing tendency to substitute animals, sex toys, or technology for human relationships. She says animals can provide comfort and companionship, but they cannot fully replace human emotional connection. She cautions that when people demand from animals what only humans can provide, they may be using the animal to fill a deeper relational or spiritual void. For Gabrielle, people need real human bonds, not only substitutes that cannot truly reciprocate on the same level.

Laughter, Connection, and the Chemistry of Happiness

Gabrielle talks about happiness chemistry through the acronym DOSE: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. She says two human experiences can release all four together: laughter and orgasm. Her point is that people often chase artificial or isolated forms of pleasure while neglecting shared laughter, emotional warmth, and connection. She describes connection as an art built from appreciation, respect, and trust, and encourages listeners to return to people, ask questions, understand differences, and build real relational bonds.

Becoming a High-Quality Version of Yourself

In the final section, Gabrielle focuses on becoming a high-quality version of oneself. She compares self-care to putting on an oxygen mask before helping someone else, stressing that people should take care of themselves so they can serve others well, not so they can remain selfish. She encourages listeners to identify what they truly need, regain focus, stretch and move their bodies, breathe properly, manage low energy, and understand the difference between anxiety, fear, and anger. She says anxiety relates to what could happen, fear to what is happening, and anger to what has happened.

Affirmations, Positive Thinking, and Synergy

Gabrielle closes by encouraging listeners to use affirmations to rewire negative thinking. She advises writing statements that include truths already believed, truths partly accepted, and truths that are difficult to believe, then reading them aloud until they become internalized. She reminds listeners that they have power to affect others and should ask whether they make people better or worse. The episode ends with Gabrielle directing listeners to her books and website, inviting archived listeners to email questions, and reinforcing the idea that relationships are the foundation of human performance.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Power Of Synergy with Gabrielle Cardona

The Human Factor: Technology, Personality, Connection, and the Power of Synergy

Gabrielle Cardona Opens the Call-In Coaching Show

In this episode of The Power of Synergy, host Gabrielle Cardona introduces the program as a call-in advice show focused on life and relationships. She explains that she normally charges for individual coaching, but the show gives listeners a chance to receive practical advice at no cost. Gabrielle describes herself as a relationship coach with more than 20 years of experience and says her work focuses on teaching people what is right about them rather than labeling what is wrong.

Coaching People Toward What Works

Gabrielle recalls several early coaching experiences, including clients ranging from a 12-year-old girl to a 67-year-old man who wanted to learn how to be happy. She also tells the story of meeting her first client, a district attorney, in a coffee shop. When he asked why his life looked perfect on paper but he still was not happy, Gabrielle used personality-function language to explain that his career required too much social interaction and not enough time for his natural introverted intuition. She uses the story to show that many people are not broken or mentally ill; they may simply be living in ways that conflict with their nature.

Technology and the Loss of Human Connection

The central theme of the episode is what Gabrielle calls the human factor. She argues that technology and social media have made people more disconnected, less trusting, less self-aware, and less capable of healthy face-to-face conversation. Gabrielle says social media is often anti-social because people say things online they would not say in person if they had to be accountable. She asks listeners to consider whether technology has improved their relationships or weakened their ability to relate directly to others.

The Computer Gender Joke and Human Accountability

Gabrielle shares a joke from her oldest son about whether a computer is more like a man or a woman. She uses the joke not only for humor, but also to illustrate how people project their frustrations and misunderstandings onto technology and onto each other. Her larger point is that tools can be useful, but they become toxic when people use them to avoid accountability, direct communication, and genuine human interaction. She argues that power, influence, and responsibility must go together.

No Neutral Energy and No Inertia

Gabrielle introduces two principles of human interaction. First, she says there is no neutral energy: people either have a positive or negative effect on those around them. Second, she says there is no inertia in relationships: people are either moving toward one another or away from one another. When people move together in a healthy way, she says they can synchronize and create synergy, empowering each other rather than merely adding to each other. When they remain together in negative energy, they can end up hurting each other.

Personality Function and Daily Alignment

Gabrielle then explains personality function using Myers-Briggs-style language, focusing on dominant, auxiliary, tertiary, and inferior functions. She gives the example of her husband as an ESTP, explaining that his dominant function is extroverted sensing, while his auxiliary function is introverted thinking. She says this means he thrives through hands-on, physical, people-oriented activity, but needs solitude when making logical decisions. Gabrielle uses this example to show that people can understand themselves and others better when they know which activities energize them and which ones drain them.

Matching Work to Nature

Through the ESTP example, Gabrielle explains that different people need different kinds of daily activity to stay healthy. Some need physical, sensory interaction with people; others need quiet reflection, analysis, or solitary work. She says conflict in relationships often arises when people expect others to function the same way they do. By understanding someone’s natural pattern, people can offer love in more useful ways, such as giving someone space to think rather than taking their need for solitude personally.

Humans, Animals, and Emotional Substitutes

Gabrielle also discusses what she sees as the growing tendency to substitute animals, sex toys, or technology for human relationships. She says animals can provide comfort and companionship, but they cannot fully replace human emotional connection. She cautions that when people demand from animals what only humans can provide, they may be using the animal to fill a deeper relational or spiritual void. For Gabrielle, people need real human bonds, not only substitutes that cannot truly reciprocate on the same level.

Laughter, Connection, and the Chemistry of Happiness

Gabrielle talks about happiness chemistry through the acronym DOSE: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. She says two human experiences can release all four together: laughter and orgasm. Her point is that people often chase artificial or isolated forms of pleasure while neglecting shared laughter, emotional warmth, and connection. She describes connection as an art built from appreciation, respect, and trust, and encourages listeners to return to people, ask questions, understand differences, and build real relational bonds.

Becoming a High-Quality Version of Yourself

In the final section, Gabrielle focuses on becoming a high-quality version of oneself. She compares self-care to putting on an oxygen mask before helping someone else, stressing that people should take care of themselves so they can serve others well, not so they can remain selfish. She encourages listeners to identify what they truly need, regain focus, stretch and move their bodies, breathe properly, manage low energy, and understand the difference between anxiety, fear, and anger. She says anxiety relates to what could happen, fear to what is happening, and anger to what has happened.

Affirmations, Positive Thinking, and Synergy

Gabrielle closes by encouraging listeners to use affirmations to rewire negative thinking. She advises writing statements that include truths already believed, truths partly accepted, and truths that are difficult to believe, then reading them aloud until they become internalized. She reminds listeners that they have power to affect others and should ask whether they make people better or worse. The episode ends with Gabrielle directing listeners to her books and website, inviting archived listeners to email questions, and reinforcing the idea that relationships are the foundation of human performance.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Power Of Synergy with Gabrielle Cardona

The Human Factor: Technology, Personality, Connection, and the Power of Synergy

Gabrielle Cardona Opens the Call-In Coaching Show

In this episode of The Power of Synergy, host Gabrielle Cardona introduces the program as a call-in advice show focused on life and relationships. She explains that she normally charges for individual coaching, but the show gives listeners a chance to receive practical advice at no cost. Gabrielle describes herself as a relationship coach with more than 20 years of experience and says her work focuses on teaching people what is right about them rather than labeling what is wrong.

Coaching People Toward What Works

Gabrielle recalls several early coaching experiences, including clients ranging from a 12-year-old girl to a 67-year-old man who wanted to learn how to be happy. She also tells the story of meeting her first client, a district attorney, in a coffee shop. When he asked why his life looked perfect on paper but he still was not happy, Gabrielle used personality-function language to explain that his career required too much social interaction and not enough time for his natural introverted intuition. She uses the story to show that many people are not broken or mentally ill; they may simply be living in ways that conflict with their nature.

Technology and the Loss of Human Connection

The central theme of the episode is what Gabrielle calls the human factor. She argues that technology and social media have made people more disconnected, less trusting, less self-aware, and less capable of healthy face-to-face conversation. Gabrielle says social media is often anti-social because people say things online they would not say in person if they had to be accountable. She asks listeners to consider whether technology has improved their relationships or weakened their ability to relate directly to others.

The Computer Gender Joke and Human Accountability

Gabrielle shares a joke from her oldest son about whether a computer is more like a man or a woman. She uses the joke not only for humor, but also to illustrate how people project their frustrations and misunderstandings onto technology and onto each other. Her larger point is that tools can be useful, but they become toxic when people use them to avoid accountability, direct communication, and genuine human interaction. She argues that power, influence, and responsibility must go together.

No Neutral Energy and No Inertia

Gabrielle introduces two principles of human interaction. First, she says there is no neutral energy: people either have a positive or negative effect on those around them. Second, she says there is no inertia in relationships: people are either moving toward one another or away from one another. When people move together in a healthy way, she says they can synchronize and create synergy, empowering each other rather than merely adding to each other. When they remain together in negative energy, they can end up hurting each other.

Personality Function and Daily Alignment

Gabrielle then explains personality function using Myers-Briggs-style language, focusing on dominant, auxiliary, tertiary, and inferior functions. She gives the example of her husband as an ESTP, explaining that his dominant function is extroverted sensing, while his auxiliary function is introverted thinking. She says this means he thrives through hands-on, physical, people-oriented activity, but needs solitude when making logical decisions. Gabrielle uses this example to show that people can understand themselves and others better when they know which activities energize them and which ones drain them.

Matching Work to Nature

Through the ESTP example, Gabrielle explains that different people need different kinds of daily activity to stay healthy. Some need physical, sensory interaction with people; others need quiet reflection, analysis, or solitary work. She says conflict in re]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:description><![CDATA[The Power Of Synergy with Gabrielle Cardona

The Human Factor: Technology, Personality, Connection, and the Power of Synergy

Gabrielle Cardona Opens the Call-In Coaching Show

In this episode of The Power of Synergy, host Gabrielle Cardona introduces the program as a call-in advice show focused on life and relationships. She explains that she normally charges for individual coaching, but the show gives listeners a chance to receive practical advice at no cost. Gabrielle describes herself as a relationship coach with more than 20 years of experience and says her work focuses on teaching people what is right about them rather than labeling what is wrong.

Coaching People Toward What Works

Gabrielle recalls several early coaching experiences, including clients ranging from a 12-year-old girl to a 67-year-old man who wanted to learn how to be happy. She also tells the story of meeting her first client, a district attorney, in a coffee shop. When he asked why his life looked perfect on paper but he still was not happy, Gabrielle used personality-function language to explain that his career required too much social interaction and not enough time for his natural introverted intuition. She uses the story to show that many people are not broken or mentally ill; they may simply be living in ways that conflict with their nature.

Technology and the Loss of Human Connection

The central theme of the episode is what Gabrielle calls the human factor. She argues that technology and social media have made people more disconnected, less trusting, less self-aware, and less capable of healthy face-to-face conversation. Gabrielle says social media is often anti-social because people say things online they would not say in person if they had to be accountable. She asks listeners to consider whether technology has improved their relationships or weakened their ability to relate directly to others.

The Computer Gender Joke and Human Accountability

Gabrielle shares a joke from her oldest son about whether a computer is more like a man or a woman. She uses the joke not only for humor, but also to illustrate how people project their frustrations and misunderstandings onto technology and onto each other. Her larger point is that tools can be useful, but they become toxic when people use them to avoid accountability, direct communication, and genuine human interaction. She argues that power, influence, and responsibility must go together.

No Neutral Energy and No Inertia

Gabrielle introduces two principles of human interaction. First, she says there is no neutral energy: people either have a positive or negative effect on those around them. Second, she says there is no inertia in relationships: people are either moving toward one another or away from one another. When people move together in a healthy way, she says they can synchronize and create synergy, empowering each other rather than merely adding to each other. When they remain together in negative energy, they can end up hurting each other.

Personality Function and Daily Alignment

Gabrielle then explains personality function using Myers-Briggs-style language, focusing on dominant, auxiliary, tertiary, and inferior functions. She gives the example of her husband as an ESTP, explaining that his dominant function is extroverted sensing, while his auxiliary function is introverted thinking. She says this means he thrives through hands-on, physical, people-oriented activity, but needs solitude when making logical decisions. Gabrielle uses this example to show that people can understand themselves and others better when they know which activities energize them and which ones drain them.

Matching Work to Nature

Through the ESTP example, Gabrielle explains that different people need different kinds of daily activity to stay healthy. Some need physical, sensory interaction with people; others need quiet reflection, analysis, or solitary work. She says conflict in relationships often arises when people expect others to function the same way they do. By understanding someone’s natural pattern, people can offer love in more useful ways, such as giving someone space to think rather than taking their need for solitude personally.

Humans, Animals, and Emotional Substitutes

Gabrielle also discusses what she sees as the growing tendency to substitute animals, sex toys, or technology for human relationships. She says animals can provide comfort and companionship, but they cannot fully replace human emotional connection. She cautions that when people demand from animals what only humans can provide, they may be using the animal to fill a deeper relational or spiritual void. For Gabrielle, people need real human bonds, not only substitutes that cannot truly reciprocate on the same level.

Laughter, Connection, and the Chemistry of Happiness

Gabrielle talks about happiness chemistry through the acronym DOSE: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins. She says two human experiences can release all four together: laughter and orgasm. Her point is that people often chase artificial or isolated forms of pleasure while neglecting shared laughter, emotional warmth, and connection. She describes connection as an art built from appreciation, respect, and trust, and encourages listeners to return to people, ask questions, understand differences, and build real relational bonds.

Becoming a High-Quality Version of Yourself

In the final section, Gabrielle focuses on becoming a high-quality version of oneself. She compares self-care to putting on an oxygen mask before helping someone else, stressing that people should take care of themselves so they can serve others well, not so they can remain selfish. She encourages listeners to identify what they truly need, regain focus, stretch and move their bodies, breathe properly, manage low energy, and understand the difference between anxiety, fear, and anger. She says anxiety relates to what could happen, fear to what is happening, and anger to what has happened.

Affirmations, Positive Thinking, and Synergy

Gabrielle closes by encouraging listeners to use affirmations to rewire negative thinking. She advises writing statements that include truths already believed, truths partly accepted, and truths that are difficult to believe, then reading them aloud until they become internalized. She reminds listeners that they have power to affect others and should ask whether they make people better or worse. The episode ends with Gabrielle directing listeners to her books and website, inviting archived listeners to email questions, and reinforcing the idea that relationships are the foundation of human performance.]]></media:description>
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        <title>LEO Round Table, June 1, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>LEO Round Table, June 1, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[LEO Round Table with Chip DeBlock

S11E106, LRT Arrives At The PLECET Conference In Dallas With A Few Friends

Live from the PLEASANT Conference: Training, Community Trust, and the Future of Law Enforcement

Chip DeBlock Opens LEO Roundtable from Dallas

In this episode of LEO Roundtable, host Chip DeBlock broadcasts live from the PLEASANT Conference in Dallas, Texas. He explains that the show may sound different because the team is on location with foot traffic, background noise, and conference activity happening around them. Chip introduces co-host Captain Brett Bartlett, sponsor and guest Jeff Nicholas of Compliant Technologies, and Sergeant Corlea Moore of the Brookhaven Police Department in Georgia, who works in community engagement. The episode is less of a standard news breakdown and more of a live conference discussion about law enforcement, training, community relations, leadership, and non-lethal technology.

The PLEASANT Conference and National Law-Enforcement Leaders

The panel discusses the importance of the PLEASANT Conference and the major law-enforcement figures scheduled to speak. They mention hearing from Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and look ahead to appearances by FBI Director Kash Patel, the heads of the ATF, DEA, and U.S. Marshals Service, and other major federal leaders. The panel notes how unusual and significant it is for a relatively new event to attract so many high-level law-enforcement officials, framing the conference as evidence that community engagement and police training are becoming national priorities.

Community Trust, Respect, and Faith-Based Outreach

Captain Brett Bartlett reflects on the conference’s message that policing and community purpose must be brought closer together. He says law enforcement needs to close the gap between police work and community trust, and he suggests that this kind of training should begin in the academy rather than being treated as a special-unit function. The panel also discusses the faith-based component of the conference, including initiatives such as Faith &#x26; Blue, and the idea that changing hearts can change outcomes. The conversation presents law enforcement as both an enforcement role and a human endeavor built on respect, relationships, and service.

What Law Enforcement Does Best

When asked what law enforcement does best, Sergeant Corlea Moore says officers share a common mission: protecting communities, helping people, and making sure everyone can go home safely. She explains that many recruits enter policing because they want to help people and create change in their communities. For Corlea, one of law enforcement’s greatest strengths is that officers across agencies and regions often share the same core mission of protection, service, and community safety.

Training as the Key Area for Improvement

The panel agrees that training is one of the greatest areas where law enforcement can improve. Corlea emphasizes the need for leadership training, tactical training, and practical preparation for real-world situations. Brett argues that patrol officers are the most powerful tools an agency has, because they know their zones, their people, and their communities. The group stresses that community engagement should not be left only to specialized units; patrol officers should be trained from the beginning to know people, open doors, communicate effectively, and handle situations before force becomes necessary.

Media, Public Perception, and Telling the Police Story

Jeff Nicholas argues that one of law enforcement’s biggest challenges is the way media coverage can create discouragement, division, misinformation, and demonization of officers. The group says negative or incomplete coverage can make policing look far more violent and chaotic than most officer-citizen interactions actually are. Corlea responds that agencies cannot fully control the media, but they can control how they tell their own stories. She describes how Brookhaven Police Department uses transparency, social media, YouTube, body-camera footage, drone footage, and community relationships to help residents understand what officers are actually doing.

Confidence, De-Escalation, and Command Presence

Jeff Nicholas says one of the best de-escalation tools on the street is not a product, but a confident, well-trained officer. He argues that officers who understand policy, law, equipment, and themselves are better able to command a situation, communicate clearly, and prevent unnecessary escalation. Corlea adds that articulation is a major challenge for some officers, especially when they do not fully understand policy or law. The panel connects these issues back to training, emphasizing that poor training or lack of training often leads to mistakes, discipline problems, and weak case outcomes.

Leadership, Retention, and Agency Culture

The discussion also highlights the importance of leadership and command climate. The panel says officers make better decisions when they know supervisors and agency leaders will support them if they act in good faith. Jeff argues that leadership support reduces stress and helps officers communicate and perform better. Corlea says officers should be trained and mentored at every level, from rookie to supervisor to command staff, so each person is preparing the next generation. The group agrees that training needs to be valued at the highest levels of an agency, not buried under layers of administration.

Compliant Technologies and the Glove

A major sponsor discussion focuses on Compliant Technologies and its flagship product, the Glove, which uses conductive distraction and de-escalation device technology. Jeff Nicholas explains that the product is designed to help officers gain control quickly in a humane, low-optics way, potentially stopping a fight in seconds and reducing injuries, viral violent videos, lawsuits, workers’ compensation claims, and officer stress. He says the company’s mission fits the PLEASANT Conference because both are focused on safer streets, safer officers, better community relations, and less violent outcomes.

Sergeant Corlea Moore’s Closing Message

Near the end, Sergeant Corlea Moore encourages listeners not to base their entire view of police on what they see on television. She urges people to get to know their local police departments, attend a Citizens Police Academy if one is available, and learn firsthand what officers do and how community members can help. Chip asks how people can find her, and she points listeners to LinkedIn and the Brookhaven Police Department in Georgia. The episode closes with thanks to the sponsors, acknowledgment of the conference setting, and a preview that the next show will follow Kash Patel’s address.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[LEO Round Table with Chip DeBlock

S11E106, LRT Arrives At The PLECET Conference In Dallas With A Few Friends

Live from the PLEASANT Conference: Training, Community Trust, and the Future of Law Enforcement

Chip DeBlock Opens LEO Roundtable from Dallas

In this episode of LEO Roundtable, host Chip DeBlock broadcasts live from the PLEASANT Conference in Dallas, Texas. He explains that the show may sound different because the team is on location with foot traffic, background noise, and conference activity happening around them. Chip introduces co-host Captain Brett Bartlett, sponsor and guest Jeff Nicholas of Compliant Technologies, and Sergeant Corlea Moore of the Brookhaven Police Department in Georgia, who works in community engagement. The episode is less of a standard news breakdown and more of a live conference discussion about law enforcement, training, community relations, leadership, and non-lethal technology.

The PLEASANT Conference and National Law-Enforcement Leaders

The panel discusses the importance of the PLEASANT Conference and the major law-enforcement figures scheduled to speak. They mention hearing from Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and look ahead to appearances by FBI Director Kash Patel, the heads of the ATF, DEA, and U.S. Marshals Service, and other major federal leaders. The panel notes how unusual and significant it is for a relatively new event to attract so many high-level law-enforcement officials, framing the conference as evidence that community engagement and police training are becoming national priorities.

Community Trust, Respect, and Faith-Based Outreach

Captain Brett Bartlett reflects on the conference’s message that policing and community purpose must be brought closer together. He says law enforcement needs to close the gap between police work and community trust, and he suggests that this kind of training should begin in the academy rather than being treated as a special-unit function. The panel also discusses the faith-based component of the conference, including initiatives such as Faith &#x26; Blue, and the idea that changing hearts can change outcomes. The conversation presents law enforcement as both an enforcement role and a human endeavor built on respect, relationships, and service.

What Law Enforcement Does Best

When asked what law enforcement does best, Sergeant Corlea Moore says officers share a common mission: protecting communities, helping people, and making sure everyone can go home safely. She explains that many recruits enter policing because they want to help people and create change in their communities. For Corlea, one of law enforcement’s greatest strengths is that officers across agencies and regions often share the same core mission of protection, service, and community safety.

Training as the Key Area for Improvement

The panel agrees that training is one of the greatest areas where law enforcement can improve. Corlea emphasizes the need for leadership training, tactical training, and practical preparation for real-world situations. Brett argues that patrol officers are the most powerful tools an agency has, because they know their zones, their people, and their communities. The group stresses that community engagement should not be left only to specialized units; patrol officers should be trained from the beginning to know people, open doors, communicate effectively, and handle situations before force becomes necessary.

Media, Public Perception, and Telling the Police Story

Jeff Nicholas argues that one of law enforcement’s biggest challenges is the way media coverage can create discouragement, division, misinformation, and demonization of officers. The group says negative or incomplete coverage can make policing look far more violent and chaotic than most officer-citizen interactions actually are. Corlea responds that agencies cannot fully control the media, but they can control how they tell their own stories. She describes how Brookhaven Police Department uses transparency, social media, YouTube, body-camera footage, drone footage, and community relationships to help residents understand what officers are actually doing.

Confidence, De-Escalation, and Command Presence

Jeff Nicholas says one of the best de-escalation tools on the street is not a product, but a confident, well-trained officer. He argues that officers who understand policy, law, equipment, and themselves are better able to command a situation, communicate clearly, and prevent unnecessary escalation. Corlea adds that articulation is a major challenge for some officers, especially when they do not fully understand policy or law. The panel connects these issues back to training, emphasizing that poor training or lack of training often leads to mistakes, discipline problems, and weak case outcomes.

Leadership, Retention, and Agency Culture

The discussion also highlights the importance of leadership and command climate. The panel says officers make better decisions when they know supervisors and agency leaders will support them if they act in good faith. Jeff argues that leadership support reduces stress and helps officers communicate and perform better. Corlea says officers should be trained and mentored at every level, from rookie to supervisor to command staff, so each person is preparing the next generation. The group agrees that training needs to be valued at the highest levels of an agency, not buried under layers of administration.

Compliant Technologies and the Glove

A major sponsor discussion focuses on Compliant Technologies and its flagship product, the Glove, which uses conductive distraction and de-escalation device technology. Jeff Nicholas explains that the product is designed to help officers gain control quickly in a humane, low-optics way, potentially stopping a fight in seconds and reducing injuries, viral violent videos, lawsuits, workers’ compensation claims, and officer stress. He says the company’s mission fits the PLEASANT Conference because both are focused on safer streets, safer officers, better community relations, and less violent outcomes.

Sergeant Corlea Moore’s Closing Message

Near the end, Sergeant Corlea Moore encourages listeners not to base their entire view of police on what they see on television. She urges people to get to know their local police departments, attend a Citizens Police Academy if one is available, and learn firsthand what officers do and how community members can help. Chip asks how people can find her, and she points listeners to LinkedIn and the Brookhaven Police Department in Georgia. The episode closes with thanks to the sponsors, acknowledgment of the conference setting, and a preview that the next show will follow Kash Patel’s address.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[LEO Round Table with Chip DeBlock

S11E106, LRT Arrives At The PLECET Conference In Dallas With A Few Friends

Live from the PLEASANT Conference: Training, Community Trust, and the Future of Law Enforcement

Chip DeBlock Opens LEO Roundtable from Dallas

In this episode of LEO Roundtable, host Chip DeBlock broadcasts live from the PLEASANT Conference in Dallas, Texas. He explains that the show may sound different because the team is on location with foot traffic, background noise, and conference activity happening around them. Chip introduces co-host Captain Brett Bartlett, sponsor and guest Jeff Nicholas of Compliant Technologies, and Sergeant Corlea Moore of the Brookhaven Police Department in Georgia, who works in community engagement. The episode is less of a standard news breakdown and more of a live conference discussion about law enforcement, training, community relations, leadership, and non-lethal technology.

The PLEASANT Conference and National Law-Enforcement Leaders

The panel discusses the importance of the PLEASANT Conference and the major law-enforcement figures scheduled to speak. They mention hearing from Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and look ahead to appearances by FBI Director Kash Patel, the heads of the ATF, DEA, and U.S. Marshals Service, and other major federal leaders. The panel notes how unusual and significant it is for a relatively new event to attract so many high-level law-enforcement officials, framing the conference as evidence that community engagement and police training are becoming national priorities.

Community Trust, Respect, and Faith-Based Outreach

Captain Brett Bartlett reflects on the conference’s message that policing and community purpose must be brought closer together. He says law enforcement needs to close the gap between police work and community trust, and he suggests that this kind of training should begin in the academy rather than being treated as a special-unit function. The panel also discusses the faith-based component of the conference, including initiatives such as Faith and Blue, and the idea that changing hearts can change outcomes. The conversation presents law enforcement as both an enforcement role and a human endeavor built on respect, relationships, and service.

What Law Enforcement Does Best

When asked what law enforcement does best, Sergeant Corlea Moore says officers share a common mission: protecting communities, helping people, and making sure everyone can go home safely. She explains that many recruits enter policing because they want to help people and create change in their communities. For Corlea, one of law enforcement’s greatest strengths is that officers across agencies and regions often share the same core mission of protection, service, and community safety.

Training as the Key Area for Improvement

The panel agrees that training is one of the greatest areas where law enforcement can improve. Corlea emphasizes the need for leadership training, tactical training, and practical preparation for real-world situations. Brett argues that patrol officers are the most powerful tools an agency has, because they know their zones, their people, and their communities. The group stresses that community engagement should not be left only to specialized units; patrol officers should be trained from the beginning to know people, open doors, communicate effectively, and handle situations before force becomes necessary.

Media, Public Perception, and Telling the Police Story

Jeff Nicholas argues that one of law enforcement’s biggest challenges is the way media coverage can create discouragement, division, misinformation, and demonization of officers. The group says negative or incomplete coverage can make policing look far more violent and chaotic than most officer-citizen interactions actually are. Corlea responds that agencies cannot fully control the media, but they can control how they tell their own stories. She descr]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:description><![CDATA[LEO Round Table with Chip DeBlock

S11E106, LRT Arrives At The PLECET Conference In Dallas With A Few Friends

Live from the PLEASANT Conference: Training, Community Trust, and the Future of Law Enforcement

Chip DeBlock Opens LEO Roundtable from Dallas

In this episode of LEO Roundtable, host Chip DeBlock broadcasts live from the PLEASANT Conference in Dallas, Texas. He explains that the show may sound different because the team is on location with foot traffic, background noise, and conference activity happening around them. Chip introduces co-host Captain Brett Bartlett, sponsor and guest Jeff Nicholas of Compliant Technologies, and Sergeant Corlea Moore of the Brookhaven Police Department in Georgia, who works in community engagement. The episode is less of a standard news breakdown and more of a live conference discussion about law enforcement, training, community relations, leadership, and non-lethal technology.

The PLEASANT Conference and National Law-Enforcement Leaders

The panel discusses the importance of the PLEASANT Conference and the major law-enforcement figures scheduled to speak. They mention hearing from Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and look ahead to appearances by FBI Director Kash Patel, the heads of the ATF, DEA, and U.S. Marshals Service, and other major federal leaders. The panel notes how unusual and significant it is for a relatively new event to attract so many high-level law-enforcement officials, framing the conference as evidence that community engagement and police training are becoming national priorities.

Community Trust, Respect, and Faith-Based Outreach

Captain Brett Bartlett reflects on the conference’s message that policing and community purpose must be brought closer together. He says law enforcement needs to close the gap between police work and community trust, and he suggests that this kind of training should begin in the academy rather than being treated as a special-unit function. The panel also discusses the faith-based component of the conference, including initiatives such as Faith and Blue, and the idea that changing hearts can change outcomes. The conversation presents law enforcement as both an enforcement role and a human endeavor built on respect, relationships, and service.

What Law Enforcement Does Best

When asked what law enforcement does best, Sergeant Corlea Moore says officers share a common mission: protecting communities, helping people, and making sure everyone can go home safely. She explains that many recruits enter policing because they want to help people and create change in their communities. For Corlea, one of law enforcement’s greatest strengths is that officers across agencies and regions often share the same core mission of protection, service, and community safety.

Training as the Key Area for Improvement

The panel agrees that training is one of the greatest areas where law enforcement can improve. Corlea emphasizes the need for leadership training, tactical training, and practical preparation for real-world situations. Brett argues that patrol officers are the most powerful tools an agency has, because they know their zones, their people, and their communities. The group stresses that community engagement should not be left only to specialized units; patrol officers should be trained from the beginning to know people, open doors, communicate effectively, and handle situations before force becomes necessary.

Media, Public Perception, and Telling the Police Story

Jeff Nicholas argues that one of law enforcement’s biggest challenges is the way media coverage can create discouragement, division, misinformation, and demonization of officers. The group says negative or incomplete coverage can make policing look far more violent and chaotic than most officer-citizen interactions actually are. Corlea responds that agencies cannot fully control the media, but they can control how they tell their own stories. She describes how Brookhaven Police Department uses transparency, social media, YouTube, body-camera footage, drone footage, and community relationships to help residents understand what officers are actually doing.

Confidence, De-Escalation, and Command Presence

Jeff Nicholas says one of the best de-escalation tools on the street is not a product, but a confident, well-trained officer. He argues that officers who understand policy, law, equipment, and themselves are better able to command a situation, communicate clearly, and prevent unnecessary escalation. Corlea adds that articulation is a major challenge for some officers, especially when they do not fully understand policy or law. The panel connects these issues back to training, emphasizing that poor training or lack of training often leads to mistakes, discipline problems, and weak case outcomes.

Leadership, Retention, and Agency Culture

The discussion also highlights the importance of leadership and command climate. The panel says officers make better decisions when they know supervisors and agency leaders will support them if they act in good faith. Jeff argues that leadership support reduces stress and helps officers communicate and perform better. Corlea says officers should be trained and mentored at every level, from rookie to supervisor to command staff, so each person is preparing the next generation. The group agrees that training needs to be valued at the highest levels of an agency, not buried under layers of administration.

Compliant Technologies and the Glove

A major sponsor discussion focuses on Compliant Technologies and its flagship product, the Glove, which uses conductive distraction and de-escalation device technology. Jeff Nicholas explains that the product is designed to help officers gain control quickly in a humane, low-optics way, potentially stopping a fight in seconds and reducing injuries, viral violent videos, lawsuits, workers’ compensation claims, and officer stress. He says the company’s mission fits the PLEASANT Conference because both are focused on safer streets, safer officers, better community relations, and less violent outcomes.

Sergeant Corlea Moore’s Closing Message

Near the end, Sergeant Corlea Moore encourages listeners not to base their entire view of police on what they see on television. She urges people to get to know their local police departments, attend a Citizens Police Academy if one is available, and learn firsthand what officers do and how community members can help. Chip asks how people can find her, and she points listeners to LinkedIn and the Brookhaven Police Department in Georgia. The episode closes with thanks to the sponsors, acknowledgment of the conference setting, and a preview that the next show will follow Kash Patel’s address.]]></media:description>
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        <title>Brother Jim Shaw Ministries, June 1, 2026</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Brother Jim Shaw Ministries with Brother Jim Shaw

Ep177 Dont Deceive Yourself]]></description>
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Ep177 Dont Deceive Yourself]]></content:encoded>
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Ep177 Dont Deceive Yourself]]></itunes:summary>

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        <title>Tony Alamo, June 1, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>Tony Alamo, June 1, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[Tony Alamo with Tony Alamo World Wide Ministries

Sowing the Seed: Tony Alamo on the Holy Spirit, Evangelism, and God’s Life Living Through Believers
Ep185 How To Have Gods Life Living In You Part 83

Tony Alamo Introduces Program 185

In this archival program, identified as program 185 and part 83 of How to Have God’s Life Living in You, Tony Alamo opens by offering free copies of the program, Bibles, literature, and other ministry materials. He emphasizes that because God gave salvation freely, he wants the ministry’s materials to go out freely as well. Alamo then turns toward prayer and begins teaching about salvation, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, spiritual power, and the need for believers to continue Christ’s work on earth.

Salvation, the Holy Spirit, and Spiritual Power

Alamo teaches that being born again brings the presence of the Lord into a person, but he distinguishes that from the baptism of the Holy Spirit, which he says gives believers power for ministry. He discusses the disciples after Christ’s resurrection, including Thomas’s doubt and Jesus appearing to them in a locked room. Alamo says Jesus breathed the Holy Spirit into them, but later instructed them to wait in Jerusalem until they received greater power through the Holy Spirit. In Alamo’s view, that power is necessary for preaching, teaching, prophesying, enduring persecution, and continuing Christ’s incarnation through believers.

Preaching the Word as Sowing Seed

The central image of the sermon is sowing seed. Alamo compares the Word of God to seed that must not merely be eaten or kept for oneself, but planted in others through preaching and literature distribution. He argues that prayer is important, but that people are saved by hearing the Word preached in the Spirit. He says Christians who only receive messages but never share them are like people who eat seed instead of planting it, leaving no harvest. For Alamo, the harvest means souls won for Christ, and he repeatedly urges listeners to sow the Word into the world.

Rejecting “Once Saved, Always Saved”

Alamo strongly rejects the idea that believers cannot fall away after salvation. He recounts a conversation with a local judge who, according to Alamo, believed Jesus had done all the work and that Christians did not need to labor in ministry. Alamo presents this as false doctrine, connecting it with what he calls a Baptist teaching of “once saved, always saved.” He argues that the Bible teaches believers will be judged by their works and that refusing to sow the seed of God’s Word leaves a person spiritually endangered.

Prayer for Anointing, Salvation, and Open Doors

Alamo then leads a long prayer asking God to anoint the broadcast, save souls, strengthen churches, and help listeners receive and sow the Word of God. He prays that believers will not fall away and that Satan will be bound through the preaching of the Word. He also prays for President Bush, the administration, people in Catholicism, Buddhism, Islam, Shintoism, and other religions, as well as the people of Israel and the peace of Jerusalem. He teaches that Gentile believers become “spiritual Jews” through accepting Christ and says God promises salvation, healing, and prosperity for those who receive and obey the Word.

Letter from Ghana: Asking for Teaching and Literature

The first listener letter comes from Ghana, Africa, from a man named Gilbert who says he was deeply touched after reading Alamo’s “Mass Suicide” literature and gave his life to Christ. He asks for teachings, a study Bible, tracts, and literature about Roman religion. Alamo responds by warning against study Bibles and theological seminaries, which he says often contain heresy or weaken faith. He offers to send a King James Bible and literature, while encouraging Gilbert to study with him through the broadcast and continue distributing literature.

Letter from New York: Reaching Jewish Friends

The next letter comes from Mattydale, New York, from Catherine, who says she works at a hospital and has Jewish friends, especially doctors, with whom she wants to share The Messiah. She asks if she can purchase several copies of the book and other ministry materials, as well as ministry T-shirts. Alamo insists that the books and materials are free, tells the ministry to send her a large supply of The Messiah, and praises her desire to share the literature with patients and employees. He uses the letter as another example of someone eating the seed and then sowing it to others.

Letter from Nigeria: Literature Distribution and Church Planting

A major letter comes from Pastor Henry in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, who says Alamo’s literature has brought testimonies of salvation, restoration, and blessing in Nigeria. He says he learned about Alamo through Brother Doug online and believes he was born to serve under Alamo’s ministry. Pastor Henry describes himself as a church planter and evangelist who has planted several churches since 1988 and wants to establish literature distribution centers across Nigeria. He asks to connect his church work officially with Alamo’s ministry. Alamo responds warmly, saying Pastor Henry has his blessing and offering whatever ministry resources are available.

The Love of Christ as Rushing Waters

Near the end, Alamo and Sharon return to the teaching from 2 Corinthians 5:14–15, emphasizing that the love of Christ constrains believers so they should no longer live for themselves but for the one who died and rose again. Alamo interprets this love as like “rushing waters” flowing from God’s throne and compelling believers to consecrate themselves to God. He says believers must live in the Spirit, manifest Christ’s love, lift one another up, and continue sowing the Word rather than living for themselves.

Persecution Claims, Closing Prayer, and Final Invitation

Alamo also discusses what he describes as persecution against his Los Angeles church, saying officials came to the property with bulletproof vests while the ministry had no weapons. He asks listeners to pray for the situation, then has Sharon give contact information for requesting program 185. Alamo closes by inviting listeners to be saved through a salvation prayer, asking Jesus to forgive sins, enter the heart, wash sins away through His blood, and save the soul. He tells new believers to learn the Word, request literature, lead others to the broadcasts, and help spread the “soul-winning” messages.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Tony Alamo with Tony Alamo World Wide Ministries

Sowing the Seed: Tony Alamo on the Holy Spirit, Evangelism, and God’s Life Living Through Believers
Ep185 How To Have Gods Life Living In You Part 83

Tony Alamo Introduces Program 185

In this archival program, identified as program 185 and part 83 of How to Have God’s Life Living in You, Tony Alamo opens by offering free copies of the program, Bibles, literature, and other ministry materials. He emphasizes that because God gave salvation freely, he wants the ministry’s materials to go out freely as well. Alamo then turns toward prayer and begins teaching about salvation, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, spiritual power, and the need for believers to continue Christ’s work on earth.

Salvation, the Holy Spirit, and Spiritual Power

Alamo teaches that being born again brings the presence of the Lord into a person, but he distinguishes that from the baptism of the Holy Spirit, which he says gives believers power for ministry. He discusses the disciples after Christ’s resurrection, including Thomas’s doubt and Jesus appearing to them in a locked room. Alamo says Jesus breathed the Holy Spirit into them, but later instructed them to wait in Jerusalem until they received greater power through the Holy Spirit. In Alamo’s view, that power is necessary for preaching, teaching, prophesying, enduring persecution, and continuing Christ’s incarnation through believers.

Preaching the Word as Sowing Seed

The central image of the sermon is sowing seed. Alamo compares the Word of God to seed that must not merely be eaten or kept for oneself, but planted in others through preaching and literature distribution. He argues that prayer is important, but that people are saved by hearing the Word preached in the Spirit. He says Christians who only receive messages but never share them are like people who eat seed instead of planting it, leaving no harvest. For Alamo, the harvest means souls won for Christ, and he repeatedly urges listeners to sow the Word into the world.

Rejecting “Once Saved, Always Saved”

Alamo strongly rejects the idea that believers cannot fall away after salvation. He recounts a conversation with a local judge who, according to Alamo, believed Jesus had done all the work and that Christians did not need to labor in ministry. Alamo presents this as false doctrine, connecting it with what he calls a Baptist teaching of “once saved, always saved.” He argues that the Bible teaches believers will be judged by their works and that refusing to sow the seed of God’s Word leaves a person spiritually endangered.

Prayer for Anointing, Salvation, and Open Doors

Alamo then leads a long prayer asking God to anoint the broadcast, save souls, strengthen churches, and help listeners receive and sow the Word of God. He prays that believers will not fall away and that Satan will be bound through the preaching of the Word. He also prays for President Bush, the administration, people in Catholicism, Buddhism, Islam, Shintoism, and other religions, as well as the people of Israel and the peace of Jerusalem. He teaches that Gentile believers become “spiritual Jews” through accepting Christ and says God promises salvation, healing, and prosperity for those who receive and obey the Word.

Letter from Ghana: Asking for Teaching and Literature

The first listener letter comes from Ghana, Africa, from a man named Gilbert who says he was deeply touched after reading Alamo’s “Mass Suicide” literature and gave his life to Christ. He asks for teachings, a study Bible, tracts, and literature about Roman religion. Alamo responds by warning against study Bibles and theological seminaries, which he says often contain heresy or weaken faith. He offers to send a King James Bible and literature, while encouraging Gilbert to study with him through the broadcast and continue distributing literature.

Letter from New York: Reaching Jewish Friends

The next letter comes from Mattydale, New York, from Catherine, who says she works at a hospital and has Jewish friends, especially doctors, with whom she wants to share The Messiah. She asks if she can purchase several copies of the book and other ministry materials, as well as ministry T-shirts. Alamo insists that the books and materials are free, tells the ministry to send her a large supply of The Messiah, and praises her desire to share the literature with patients and employees. He uses the letter as another example of someone eating the seed and then sowing it to others.

Letter from Nigeria: Literature Distribution and Church Planting

A major letter comes from Pastor Henry in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, who says Alamo’s literature has brought testimonies of salvation, restoration, and blessing in Nigeria. He says he learned about Alamo through Brother Doug online and believes he was born to serve under Alamo’s ministry. Pastor Henry describes himself as a church planter and evangelist who has planted several churches since 1988 and wants to establish literature distribution centers across Nigeria. He asks to connect his church work officially with Alamo’s ministry. Alamo responds warmly, saying Pastor Henry has his blessing and offering whatever ministry resources are available.

The Love of Christ as Rushing Waters

Near the end, Alamo and Sharon return to the teaching from 2 Corinthians 5:14–15, emphasizing that the love of Christ constrains believers so they should no longer live for themselves but for the one who died and rose again. Alamo interprets this love as like “rushing waters” flowing from God’s throne and compelling believers to consecrate themselves to God. He says believers must live in the Spirit, manifest Christ’s love, lift one another up, and continue sowing the Word rather than living for themselves.

Persecution Claims, Closing Prayer, and Final Invitation

Alamo also discusses what he describes as persecution against his Los Angeles church, saying officials came to the property with bulletproof vests while the ministry had no weapons. He asks listeners to pray for the situation, then has Sharon give contact information for requesting program 185. Alamo closes by inviting listeners to be saved through a salvation prayer, asking Jesus to forgive sins, enter the heart, wash sins away through His blood, and save the soul. He tells new believers to learn the Word, request literature, lead others to the broadcasts, and help spread the “soul-winning” messages.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Tony Alamo with Tony Alamo World Wide Ministries

Sowing the Seed: Tony Alamo on the Holy Spirit, Evangelism, and God’s Life Living Through Believers
Ep185 How To Have Gods Life Living In You Part 83

Tony Alamo Introduces Program 185

In this archival program, identified as program 185 and part 83 of How to Have God’s Life Living in You, Tony Alamo opens by offering free copies of the program, Bibles, literature, and other ministry materials. He emphasizes that because God gave salvation freely, he wants the ministry’s materials to go out freely as well. Alamo then turns toward prayer and begins teaching about salvation, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, spiritual power, and the need for believers to continue Christ’s work on earth.

Salvation, the Holy Spirit, and Spiritual Power

Alamo teaches that being born again brings the presence of the Lord into a person, but he distinguishes that from the baptism of the Holy Spirit, which he says gives believers power for ministry. He discusses the disciples after Christ’s resurrection, including Thomas’s doubt and Jesus appearing to them in a locked room. Alamo says Jesus breathed the Holy Spirit into them, but later instructed them to wait in Jerusalem until they received greater power through the Holy Spirit. In Alamo’s view, that power is necessary for preaching, teaching, prophesying, enduring persecution, and continuing Christ’s incarnation through believers.

Preaching the Word as Sowing Seed

The central image of the sermon is sowing seed. Alamo compares the Word of God to seed that must not merely be eaten or kept for oneself, but planted in others through preaching and literature distribution. He argues that prayer is important, but that people are saved by hearing the Word preached in the Spirit. He says Christians who only receive messages but never share them are like people who eat seed instead of planting it, leaving no harvest. For Alamo, the harvest means souls won for Christ, and he repeatedly urges listeners to sow the Word into the world.

Rejecting “Once Saved, Always Saved”

Alamo strongly rejects the idea that believers cannot fall away after salvation. He recounts a conversation with a local judge who, according to Alamo, believed Jesus had done all the work and that Christians did not need to labor in ministry. Alamo presents this as false doctrine, connecting it with what he calls a Baptist teaching of “once saved, always saved.” He argues that the Bible teaches believers will be judged by their works and that refusing to sow the seed of God’s Word leaves a person spiritually endangered.

Prayer for Anointing, Salvation, and Open Doors

Alamo then leads a long prayer asking God to anoint the broadcast, save souls, strengthen churches, and help listeners receive and sow the Word of God. He prays that believers will not fall away and that Satan will be bound through the preaching of the Word. He also prays for President Bush, the administration, people in Catholicism, Buddhism, Islam, Shintoism, and other religions, as well as the people of Israel and the peace of Jerusalem. He teaches that Gentile believers become “spiritual Jews” through accepting Christ and says God promises salvation, healing, and prosperity for those who receive and obey the Word.

Letter from Ghana: Asking for Teaching and Literature

The first listener letter comes from Ghana, Africa, from a man named Gilbert who says he was deeply touched after reading Alamo’s “Mass Suicide” literature and gave his life to Christ. He asks for teachings, a study Bible, tracts, and literature about Roman religion. Alamo responds by warning against study Bibles and theological seminaries, which he says often contain heresy or weaken faith. He offers to send a King James Bible and literature, while encouraging Gilbert to study with him through the broadcast and continue distributing literature.

Letter from New York: Reaching Jewish Friends

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                  <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 CDT</pubDate>
        
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Sowing the Seed: Tony Alamo on the Holy Spirit, Evangelism, and God’s Life Living Through Believers
Ep185 How To Have Gods Life Living In You Part 83

Tony Alamo Introduces Program 185

In this archival program, identified as program 185 and part 83 of How to Have God’s Life Living in You, Tony Alamo opens by offering free copies of the program, Bibles, literature, and other ministry materials. He emphasizes that because God gave salvation freely, he wants the ministry’s materials to go out freely as well. Alamo then turns toward prayer and begins teaching about salvation, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, spiritual power, and the need for believers to continue Christ’s work on earth.

Salvation, the Holy Spirit, and Spiritual Power

Alamo teaches that being born again brings the presence of the Lord into a person, but he distinguishes that from the baptism of the Holy Spirit, which he says gives believers power for ministry. He discusses the disciples after Christ’s resurrection, including Thomas’s doubt and Jesus appearing to them in a locked room. Alamo says Jesus breathed the Holy Spirit into them, but later instructed them to wait in Jerusalem until they received greater power through the Holy Spirit. In Alamo’s view, that power is necessary for preaching, teaching, prophesying, enduring persecution, and continuing Christ’s incarnation through believers.

Preaching the Word as Sowing Seed

The central image of the sermon is sowing seed. Alamo compares the Word of God to seed that must not merely be eaten or kept for oneself, but planted in others through preaching and literature distribution. He argues that prayer is important, but that people are saved by hearing the Word preached in the Spirit. He says Christians who only receive messages but never share them are like people who eat seed instead of planting it, leaving no harvest. For Alamo, the harvest means souls won for Christ, and he repeatedly urges listeners to sow the Word into the world.

Rejecting “Once Saved, Always Saved”

Alamo strongly rejects the idea that believers cannot fall away after salvation. He recounts a conversation with a local judge who, according to Alamo, believed Jesus had done all the work and that Christians did not need to labor in ministry. Alamo presents this as false doctrine, connecting it with what he calls a Baptist teaching of “once saved, always saved.” He argues that the Bible teaches believers will be judged by their works and that refusing to sow the seed of God’s Word leaves a person spiritually endangered.

Prayer for Anointing, Salvation, and Open Doors

Alamo then leads a long prayer asking God to anoint the broadcast, save souls, strengthen churches, and help listeners receive and sow the Word of God. He prays that believers will not fall away and that Satan will be bound through the preaching of the Word. He also prays for President Bush, the administration, people in Catholicism, Buddhism, Islam, Shintoism, and other religions, as well as the people of Israel and the peace of Jerusalem. He teaches that Gentile believers become “spiritual Jews” through accepting Christ and says God promises salvation, healing, and prosperity for those who receive and obey the Word.

Letter from Ghana: Asking for Teaching and Literature

The first listener letter comes from Ghana, Africa, from a man named Gilbert who says he was deeply touched after reading Alamo’s “Mass Suicide” literature and gave his life to Christ. He asks for teachings, a study Bible, tracts, and literature about Roman religion. Alamo responds by warning against study Bibles and theological seminaries, which he says often contain heresy or weaken faith. He offers to send a King James Bible and literature, while encouraging Gilbert to study with him through the broadcast and continue distributing literature.

Letter from New York: Reaching Jewish Friends

The next letter comes from Mattydale, New York, from Catherine, who says she works at a hospital and has Jewish friends, especially doctors, with whom she wants to share The Messiah. She asks if she can purchase several copies of the book and other ministry materials, as well as ministry T-shirts. Alamo insists that the books and materials are free, tells the ministry to send her a large supply of The Messiah, and praises her desire to share the literature with patients and employees. He uses the letter as another example of someone eating the seed and then sowing it to others.

Letter from Nigeria: Literature Distribution and Church Planting

A major letter comes from Pastor Henry in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, who says Alamo’s literature has brought testimonies of salvation, restoration, and blessing in Nigeria. He says he learned about Alamo through Brother Doug online and believes he was born to serve under Alamo’s ministry. Pastor Henry describes himself as a church planter and evangelist who has planted several churches since 1988 and wants to establish literature distribution centers across Nigeria. He asks to connect his church work officially with Alamo’s ministry. Alamo responds warmly, saying Pastor Henry has his blessing and offering whatever ministry resources are available.

The Love of Christ as Rushing Waters

Near the end, Alamo and Sharon return to the teaching from 2 Corinthians 5:14–15, emphasizing that the love of Christ constrains believers so they should no longer live for themselves but for the one who died and rose again. Alamo interprets this love as like “rushing waters” flowing from God’s throne and compelling believers to consecrate themselves to God. He says believers must live in the Spirit, manifest Christ’s love, lift one another up, and continue sowing the Word rather than living for themselves.

Persecution Claims, Closing Prayer, and Final Invitation

Alamo also discusses what he describes as persecution against his Los Angeles church, saying officials came to the property with bulletproof vests while the ministry had no weapons. He asks listeners to pray for the situation, then has Sharon give contact information for requesting program 185. Alamo closes by inviting listeners to be saved through a salvation prayer, asking Jesus to forgive sins, enter the heart, wash sins away through His blood, and save the soul. He tells new believers to learn the Word, request literature, lead others to the broadcasts, and help spread the “soul-winning” messages.]]></media:description>
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        <title>Bringing The Darkness To The Light, June 1, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>Bringing The Darkness To The Light, June 1, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[Bringing The Darkness To The Light with Catherine Nadal

Shaun Murphy on Brand New Blues, Legendary Collaborations, and a Life in Music
Guest, Shaun Murphy, American Blues and R&#x26;B Singer-Songwriter 

Catherine Nadal Welcomes Shaun Murphy

In this episode of Bringing the Darkness to the Light, host Catherine Nadal welcomes Shaun Murphy, an American blues and R&#x26;B singer-songwriter known for her powerful vocal style. Catherine explains that she was introduced to Shaun through her cousin Tommy Del Rossi, who has played drums on several of Shaun’s albums and produced her most recent album in his new home studio. Shaun describes recording at Tommy’s studio, Coming Soon Sounds, praising his professionalism, ideas, and ability to help the project come together smoothly.

Recording with Tommy Del Rossi at Coming Soon Sounds

Shaun says the band originally had been recording elsewhere but decided to move the project to Tommy’s home studio, where everything “gelled.” She describes the studio as a meaningful new chapter for Tommy and says the musicians were excited for him while hoping to keep him as their drummer. Catherine reflects on how common home studios have become in Nashville and how fortunate Tommy was to find a home that could support that kind of professional recording setup.

Working with Eric Clapton, Bob Seger, and Phil Collins

Catherine then walks through Shaun’s impressive career, noting her work with major artists including Little Feat, Bob Seger, Meat Loaf, Eric Clapton, the Moody Blues, Herbie Hancock, Phil Collins, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh. Shaun says she especially remembers touring and recording with Eric Clapton, including performing at Live Aid, where the roar of the crowd during “Layla” was so physically powerful that the musicians stepped back in shock. She also reflects on working with Bob Seger for decades and on recording Behind the Sun with Clapton, where Phil Collins produced with remarkable focus and efficiency.

Stories of Alice Cooper, Michael Bolton, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh

Shaun shares several colorful memories from her career. She recalls singing background vocals on Alice Cooper’s Hey Stoopid sessions and taking a break when Alice brought rattlesnakes into the control room. She discusses knowing Michael Bolton since the early 1980s, when his band opened for Seger, and remembers receiving demos of his future hits. Shaun also talks about working with Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh, describing Joe’s habit of buying children’s toys at gas stations during bus tours to use as humorous stage props.

Little Feat, Theater, Meat Loaf, and the Path to a Solo Career

When Catherine asks who encouraged Shaun’s solo career, Shaun points to Little Feat, with whom she worked for many years and whose members encouraged her songwriting. She explains that she had originally started as a solo artist and later spent time in theater, including the Detroit production of Hair, where she unexpectedly encountered Meat Loaf, who already knew her from festival appearances. Shaun says she later performed in Hair on Broadway and in Washington, D.C., briefly thinking she might become an actress before music ultimately won out.

The Songs: “Mama’s Home,” “Brand New Blues,” and “Killing Time”

Catherine and Shaun discuss several songs from the new album. Shaun says “Mama’s Home” came from her friend Jay Edwards, whose voice she compares to a Chris Stapleton-like sound and whose songwriting she admires. She explains that “Brand New Blues” came from Doug Jones and Roger Mason, who created the song using AI as a demo tool; Shaun liked it so much that she replaced one of her own songs with it and named the album after it. Shaun also discusses “Killing Time,” written by Chris Anderson of The Outlaws, describing it as a sad breakup song about someone trapped in heartbreak while time passes.

AI, Social Media, Signs, and the New Album Release

Catherine asks Shaun about changes in the music business, including AI, streaming, and social media. Shaun says AI can be useful for demos, especially for lyricists who do not play instruments, but she would not release a finished AI-generated recording as her own single. She also sees value in social media helping songs spread quickly, while warning that it can become dangerous without guardrails. Shaun reflects on early family music influences, theater, stage confidence, and the signs that helped guide her career. Near the close, she says the new record was still being finalized, with a presale underway, and notes that the album comes out May 25.

Closing with “I’m Gonna Take the Money”

Catherine closes the interview by asking about “I’m Gonna Take the Money,” written by Darrell Burgess, Joanna Cotton, and Angie Russell. Shaun explains that the song began with a more country feel, but the band steered it toward blues rock. She shares where listeners can find her online, including Facebook, her private group Shaun Murphy, Her Life in Music, X as Shaun Murphy Band, and YouTube as Shaun Murphy Band. The episode ends with the song playing out and the program’s closing credits.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Bringing The Darkness To The Light with Catherine Nadal

Shaun Murphy on Brand New Blues, Legendary Collaborations, and a Life in Music
Guest, Shaun Murphy, American Blues and R&#x26;B Singer-Songwriter 

Catherine Nadal Welcomes Shaun Murphy

In this episode of Bringing the Darkness to the Light, host Catherine Nadal welcomes Shaun Murphy, an American blues and R&#x26;B singer-songwriter known for her powerful vocal style. Catherine explains that she was introduced to Shaun through her cousin Tommy Del Rossi, who has played drums on several of Shaun’s albums and produced her most recent album in his new home studio. Shaun describes recording at Tommy’s studio, Coming Soon Sounds, praising his professionalism, ideas, and ability to help the project come together smoothly.

Recording with Tommy Del Rossi at Coming Soon Sounds

Shaun says the band originally had been recording elsewhere but decided to move the project to Tommy’s home studio, where everything “gelled.” She describes the studio as a meaningful new chapter for Tommy and says the musicians were excited for him while hoping to keep him as their drummer. Catherine reflects on how common home studios have become in Nashville and how fortunate Tommy was to find a home that could support that kind of professional recording setup.

Working with Eric Clapton, Bob Seger, and Phil Collins

Catherine then walks through Shaun’s impressive career, noting her work with major artists including Little Feat, Bob Seger, Meat Loaf, Eric Clapton, the Moody Blues, Herbie Hancock, Phil Collins, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh. Shaun says she especially remembers touring and recording with Eric Clapton, including performing at Live Aid, where the roar of the crowd during “Layla” was so physically powerful that the musicians stepped back in shock. She also reflects on working with Bob Seger for decades and on recording Behind the Sun with Clapton, where Phil Collins produced with remarkable focus and efficiency.

Stories of Alice Cooper, Michael Bolton, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh

Shaun shares several colorful memories from her career. She recalls singing background vocals on Alice Cooper’s Hey Stoopid sessions and taking a break when Alice brought rattlesnakes into the control room. She discusses knowing Michael Bolton since the early 1980s, when his band opened for Seger, and remembers receiving demos of his future hits. Shaun also talks about working with Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh, describing Joe’s habit of buying children’s toys at gas stations during bus tours to use as humorous stage props.

Little Feat, Theater, Meat Loaf, and the Path to a Solo Career

When Catherine asks who encouraged Shaun’s solo career, Shaun points to Little Feat, with whom she worked for many years and whose members encouraged her songwriting. She explains that she had originally started as a solo artist and later spent time in theater, including the Detroit production of Hair, where she unexpectedly encountered Meat Loaf, who already knew her from festival appearances. Shaun says she later performed in Hair on Broadway and in Washington, D.C., briefly thinking she might become an actress before music ultimately won out.

The Songs: “Mama’s Home,” “Brand New Blues,” and “Killing Time”

Catherine and Shaun discuss several songs from the new album. Shaun says “Mama’s Home” came from her friend Jay Edwards, whose voice she compares to a Chris Stapleton-like sound and whose songwriting she admires. She explains that “Brand New Blues” came from Doug Jones and Roger Mason, who created the song using AI as a demo tool; Shaun liked it so much that she replaced one of her own songs with it and named the album after it. Shaun also discusses “Killing Time,” written by Chris Anderson of The Outlaws, describing it as a sad breakup song about someone trapped in heartbreak while time passes.

AI, Social Media, Signs, and the New Album Release

Catherine asks Shaun about changes in the music business, including AI, streaming, and social media. Shaun says AI can be useful for demos, especially for lyricists who do not play instruments, but she would not release a finished AI-generated recording as her own single. She also sees value in social media helping songs spread quickly, while warning that it can become dangerous without guardrails. Shaun reflects on early family music influences, theater, stage confidence, and the signs that helped guide her career. Near the close, she says the new record was still being finalized, with a presale underway, and notes that the album comes out May 25.

Closing with “I’m Gonna Take the Money”

Catherine closes the interview by asking about “I’m Gonna Take the Money,” written by Darrell Burgess, Joanna Cotton, and Angie Russell. Shaun explains that the song began with a more country feel, but the band steered it toward blues rock. She shares where listeners can find her online, including Facebook, her private group Shaun Murphy, Her Life in Music, X as Shaun Murphy Band, and YouTube as Shaun Murphy Band. The episode ends with the song playing out and the program’s closing credits.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bringing The Darkness To The Light with Catherine Nadal

Shaun Murphy on Brand New Blues, Legendary Collaborations, and a Life in Music
Guest, Shaun Murphy, American Blues and R&B Singer-Songwriter 

Catherine Nadal Welcomes Shaun Murphy

In this episode of Bringing the Darkness to the Light, host Catherine Nadal welcomes Shaun Murphy, an American blues and R&B singer-songwriter known for her powerful vocal style. Catherine explains that she was introduced to Shaun through her cousin Tommy Del Rossi, who has played drums on several of Shaun’s albums and produced her most recent album in his new home studio. Shaun describes recording at Tommy’s studio, Coming Soon Sounds, praising his professionalism, ideas, and ability to help the project come together smoothly.

Recording with Tommy Del Rossi at Coming Soon Sounds

Shaun says the band originally had been recording elsewhere but decided to move the project to Tommy’s home studio, where everything “gelled.” She describes the studio as a meaningful new chapter for Tommy and says the musicians were excited for him while hoping to keep him as their drummer. Catherine reflects on how common home studios have become in Nashville and how fortunate Tommy was to find a home that could support that kind of professional recording setup.

Working with Eric Clapton, Bob Seger, and Phil Collins

Catherine then walks through Shaun’s impressive career, noting her work with major artists including Little Feat, Bob Seger, Meat Loaf, Eric Clapton, the Moody Blues, Herbie Hancock, Phil Collins, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh. Shaun says she especially remembers touring and recording with Eric Clapton, including performing at Live Aid, where the roar of the crowd during “Layla” was so physically powerful that the musicians stepped back in shock. She also reflects on working with Bob Seger for decades and on recording Behind the Sun with Clapton, where Phil Collins produced with remarkable focus and efficiency.

Stories of Alice Cooper, Michael Bolton, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh

Shaun shares several colorful memories from her career. She recalls singing background vocals on Alice Cooper’s Hey Stoopid sessions and taking a break when Alice brought rattlesnakes into the control room. She discusses knowing Michael Bolton since the early 1980s, when his band opened for Seger, and remembers receiving demos of his future hits. Shaun also talks about working with Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh, describing Joe’s habit of buying children’s toys at gas stations during bus tours to use as humorous stage props.

Little Feat, Theater, Meat Loaf, and the Path to a Solo Career

When Catherine asks who encouraged Shaun’s solo career, Shaun points to Little Feat, with whom she worked for many years and whose members encouraged her songwriting. She explains that she had originally started as a solo artist and later spent time in theater, including the Detroit production of Hair, where she unexpectedly encountered Meat Loaf, who already knew her from festival appearances. Shaun says she later performed in Hair on Broadway and in Washington, D.C., briefly thinking she might become an actress before music ultimately won out.

The Songs: “Mama’s Home,” “Brand New Blues,” and “Killing Time”

Catherine and Shaun discuss several songs from the new album. Shaun says “Mama’s Home” came from her friend Jay Edwards, whose voice she compares to a Chris Stapleton-like sound and whose songwriting she admires. She explains that “Brand New Blues” came from Doug Jones and Roger Mason, who created the song using AI as a demo tool; Shaun liked it so much that she replaced one of her own songs with it and named the album after it. Shaun also discusses “Killing Time,” written by Chris Anderson of The Outlaws, describing it as a sad breakup song about someone trapped in heartbreak while time passes.

AI, Social Media, Signs, and the New Album Release

Catherine asks ]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:description><![CDATA[Bringing The Darkness To The Light with Catherine Nadal

Shaun Murphy on Brand New Blues, Legendary Collaborations, and a Life in Music
Guest, Shaun Murphy, American Blues and RandB Singer-Songwriter 

Catherine Nadal Welcomes Shaun Murphy

In this episode of Bringing the Darkness to the Light, host Catherine Nadal welcomes Shaun Murphy, an American blues and RandB singer-songwriter known for her powerful vocal style. Catherine explains that she was introduced to Shaun through her cousin Tommy Del Rossi, who has played drums on several of Shaun’s albums and produced her most recent album in his new home studio. Shaun describes recording at Tommy’s studio, Coming Soon Sounds, praising his professionalism, ideas, and ability to help the project come together smoothly.

Recording with Tommy Del Rossi at Coming Soon Sounds

Shaun says the band originally had been recording elsewhere but decided to move the project to Tommy’s home studio, where everything “gelled.” She describes the studio as a meaningful new chapter for Tommy and says the musicians were excited for him while hoping to keep him as their drummer. Catherine reflects on how common home studios have become in Nashville and how fortunate Tommy was to find a home that could support that kind of professional recording setup.

Working with Eric Clapton, Bob Seger, and Phil Collins

Catherine then walks through Shaun’s impressive career, noting her work with major artists including Little Feat, Bob Seger, Meat Loaf, Eric Clapton, the Moody Blues, Herbie Hancock, Phil Collins, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh. Shaun says she especially remembers touring and recording with Eric Clapton, including performing at Live Aid, where the roar of the crowd during “Layla” was so physically powerful that the musicians stepped back in shock. She also reflects on working with Bob Seger for decades and on recording Behind the Sun with Clapton, where Phil Collins produced with remarkable focus and efficiency.

Stories of Alice Cooper, Michael Bolton, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh

Shaun shares several colorful memories from her career. She recalls singing background vocals on Alice Cooper’s Hey Stoopid sessions and taking a break when Alice brought rattlesnakes into the control room. She discusses knowing Michael Bolton since the early 1980s, when his band opened for Seger, and remembers receiving demos of his future hits. Shaun also talks about working with Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh, describing Joe’s habit of buying children’s toys at gas stations during bus tours to use as humorous stage props.

Little Feat, Theater, Meat Loaf, and the Path to a Solo Career

When Catherine asks who encouraged Shaun’s solo career, Shaun points to Little Feat, with whom she worked for many years and whose members encouraged her songwriting. She explains that she had originally started as a solo artist and later spent time in theater, including the Detroit production of Hair, where she unexpectedly encountered Meat Loaf, who already knew her from festival appearances. Shaun says she later performed in Hair on Broadway and in Washington, D.C., briefly thinking she might become an actress before music ultimately won out.

The Songs: “Mama’s Home,” “Brand New Blues,” and “Killing Time”

Catherine and Shaun discuss several songs from the new album. Shaun says “Mama’s Home” came from her friend Jay Edwards, whose voice she compares to a Chris Stapleton-like sound and whose songwriting she admires. She explains that “Brand New Blues” came from Doug Jones and Roger Mason, who created the song using AI as a demo tool; Shaun liked it so much that she replaced one of her own songs with it and named the album after it. Shaun also discusses “Killing Time,” written by Chris Anderson of The Outlaws, describing it as a sad breakup song about someone trapped in heartbreak while time passes.

AI, Social Media, Signs, and the New Album Release

Catherine asks Shaun about changes in the music business, including AI, streaming, and social media. Shaun says AI can be useful for demos, especially for lyricists who do not play instruments, but she would not release a finished AI-generated recording as her own single. She also sees value in social media helping songs spread quickly, while warning that it can become dangerous without guardrails. Shaun reflects on early family music influences, theater, stage confidence, and the signs that helped guide her career. Near the close, she says the new record was still being finalized, with a presale underway, and notes that the album comes out May 25.

Closing with “I’m Gonna Take the Money”

Catherine closes the interview by asking about “I’m Gonna Take the Money,” written by Darrell Burgess, Joanna Cotton, and Angie Russell. Shaun explains that the song began with a more country feel, but the band steered it toward blues rock. She shares where listeners can find her online, including Facebook, her private group Shaun Murphy, Her Life in Music, X as Shaun Murphy Band, and YouTube as Shaun Murphy Band. The episode ends with the song playing out and the program’s closing credits.]]></media:description>
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        <title>The Laughing Heart, May 31, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>The Laughing Heart, May 31, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Laughing Heart with Errol Strider

Meeting the Moment:
Errol Strider on Human Connection, Complaint, Feelings, and the Art of Being Seen

Errol Strider Opens The Laughing Heart

In this episode of The Laughing Heart, host Errol Strider explains that his goal is to use art, metaphor, music, parable, and story to reveal the essence of the human condition. He says the program will move through both shadow and the possibility of the sublime, using several audio pieces he created in the past. The episode becomes a meditation on human encounter, perception, humor, complaint, emotional honesty, and the small but powerful ways people can truly meet one another.

Remembering Life in a San Francisco Apartment Building

Errol begins by recalling his early 1970s experience managing a 65-unit apartment building on Polk Street in San Francisco while he was still in his early twenties. He describes that experience as the beginning of his “real life education,” because the building brought him into contact with people from many backgrounds, personalities, and emotional worlds. He mentions residents such as Mary and Ralph, Eddie, Claude, Virginia, and Patrick, some of whom were difficult, unpredictable, or even dangerous. These memories establish the episode’s larger theme: ordinary human life is full of complexity, pain, comedy, conflict, and revelation.

“Impressions at a Deli” and the Beauty of Ordinary Encounters

The first featured piece is “Impressions at a Deli,” inspired by a night Errol spent observing people in a delicatessen on Bush and Polk Street. The piece turns a simple deli scene into a rich metaphorical universe of sandwiches, tables, voices, gestures, clothing, glances, and “diamond people” circulating like particles in a living system. Errol describes customers coupling and uncoupling through conversation, choice, appetite, laughter, and passing contact. The deli becomes a symbol of human interconnection, where every new person changes the room and every small exchange carries the possibility of meaning.

Seeing People Through a Metaphorical Lens

After the piece, Errol reflects on how a metaphorical perspective can reveal the spiritual or emotional significance inside everyday activity. He suggests that normal encounters, even casual ones in a restaurant or store, can become moments of realization if people are willing to perceive them deeply. He connects this to the work of Martin Buber, especially the idea from I and Thou that “all real living is meeting.” For Errol, people want to be met, understood, and acknowledged, not merely passed by.

The Practice of Asking Someone’s Name

Errol shares that, at age 82, he spends much of his time trying to genuinely meet people in ordinary settings. One simple practice he has developed is asking people their names. He describes meeting a cashier named Brian at Whole Foods and later being impressed when Brian remembered his name. Brian explained that he remembered Errol because Errol had taken the time to engage with him, unlike many customers who simply pass through without connection. Errol uses this story to show how even brief recognition can become meaningful.

“Will We Pass By?” and the Possibility of Contact

The second featured piece, “Will We Pass By?”, asks whether people will move past each other unnoticed, hidden by routine, fear, sameness, rejection, or indifference. The poem explores the missed possibilities that occur when people avoid eye contact, hesitate to reach out, or fail to recognize the human being nearby. It suggests that even strangers who come close to one another may carry an opportunity for shared ecstasy, tenderness, or understanding if they pause long enough to exchange something real.

The Power of the Pause

Errol then shifts into a reflection on the importance of pausing. He says that in comedy, as in life, the pause can be essential. Pausing allows a person to become centered and gives space for the unknown to appear in a fresh way. He encourages listeners to stop, pause, and allow the divine spark within them to reveal something new, whether that is a new perception of the world or a previously hidden aspect of themselves.

“The Buck Stops Here Complaint Department”

The episode then turns toward humor with “The Buck Stops Here Complaint Department.” This satirical piece imagines a complaint department where frustrated people can rant without being challenged, blamed, corrected, or made accountable. Errol exaggerates the desire to dump anger on someone who will simply nod, validate the complainer, and preserve the illusion that everyone else is foolish while the complainer is fully justified. The piece pokes fun at chronic complaining, righteous indignation, emotional dumping, and the human tendency to want relief without self-examination.

The Laughing Heart Website and Creative Work

Errol briefly invites listeners to visit TheLaughingHeart.org, where he says they can find audios, videos, essays, cartoons, and other creative work. He mentions a cartoon series called “If Words Could Speak,” in which individual words have personalities, complaints, and ambitions. One word dislikes the sentence it is in, while another wants to be written in all capital letters because it feels minimized in lowercase. This playful aside reinforces the episode’s central style: language itself becomes alive, comic, revealing, and spiritually suggestive.

“Feelings, the Language of Relationship”

The final featured piece is “Feelings, the Language of Relationship.” Errol introduces it as a way of understanding what feelings communicate underneath ordinary emotional expression. The piece names emotions such as fear, fondness, anger, delight, grief, gratitude, hatred, exuberance, despair, tenderness, frenzy, firmness, sadness, gladness, bitterness, and joy, showing each as a message about what a person needs, feels, or wishes to share. The message is that feelings are not merely reactions; they are forms of relational language that can help people understand one another more deeply.

Closing Invitation to Laugh, Reflect, and Connect

Errol closes by hoping the episode has been inspiring, revealing, and fun. He invites listeners to contact him by email, visit TheLaughingHeart.org, explore his YouTube channel Strider Entertainment, and find him on Substack. The episode ends as it began: with a commitment to probing what is essential and humorous in human life. Through poetry, satire, memory, and reflection, Errol invites listeners to notice people more carefully, pause more often, complain more consciously, and recognize feelings as invitations to relationship.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Laughing Heart with Errol Strider

Meeting the Moment:
Errol Strider on Human Connection, Complaint, Feelings, and the Art of Being Seen

Errol Strider Opens The Laughing Heart

In this episode of The Laughing Heart, host Errol Strider explains that his goal is to use art, metaphor, music, parable, and story to reveal the essence of the human condition. He says the program will move through both shadow and the possibility of the sublime, using several audio pieces he created in the past. The episode becomes a meditation on human encounter, perception, humor, complaint, emotional honesty, and the small but powerful ways people can truly meet one another.

Remembering Life in a San Francisco Apartment Building

Errol begins by recalling his early 1970s experience managing a 65-unit apartment building on Polk Street in San Francisco while he was still in his early twenties. He describes that experience as the beginning of his “real life education,” because the building brought him into contact with people from many backgrounds, personalities, and emotional worlds. He mentions residents such as Mary and Ralph, Eddie, Claude, Virginia, and Patrick, some of whom were difficult, unpredictable, or even dangerous. These memories establish the episode’s larger theme: ordinary human life is full of complexity, pain, comedy, conflict, and revelation.

“Impressions at a Deli” and the Beauty of Ordinary Encounters

The first featured piece is “Impressions at a Deli,” inspired by a night Errol spent observing people in a delicatessen on Bush and Polk Street. The piece turns a simple deli scene into a rich metaphorical universe of sandwiches, tables, voices, gestures, clothing, glances, and “diamond people” circulating like particles in a living system. Errol describes customers coupling and uncoupling through conversation, choice, appetite, laughter, and passing contact. The deli becomes a symbol of human interconnection, where every new person changes the room and every small exchange carries the possibility of meaning.

Seeing People Through a Metaphorical Lens

After the piece, Errol reflects on how a metaphorical perspective can reveal the spiritual or emotional significance inside everyday activity. He suggests that normal encounters, even casual ones in a restaurant or store, can become moments of realization if people are willing to perceive them deeply. He connects this to the work of Martin Buber, especially the idea from I and Thou that “all real living is meeting.” For Errol, people want to be met, understood, and acknowledged, not merely passed by.

The Practice of Asking Someone’s Name

Errol shares that, at age 82, he spends much of his time trying to genuinely meet people in ordinary settings. One simple practice he has developed is asking people their names. He describes meeting a cashier named Brian at Whole Foods and later being impressed when Brian remembered his name. Brian explained that he remembered Errol because Errol had taken the time to engage with him, unlike many customers who simply pass through without connection. Errol uses this story to show how even brief recognition can become meaningful.

“Will We Pass By?” and the Possibility of Contact

The second featured piece, “Will We Pass By?”, asks whether people will move past each other unnoticed, hidden by routine, fear, sameness, rejection, or indifference. The poem explores the missed possibilities that occur when people avoid eye contact, hesitate to reach out, or fail to recognize the human being nearby. It suggests that even strangers who come close to one another may carry an opportunity for shared ecstasy, tenderness, or understanding if they pause long enough to exchange something real.

The Power of the Pause

Errol then shifts into a reflection on the importance of pausing. He says that in comedy, as in life, the pause can be essential. Pausing allows a person to become centered and gives space for the unknown to appear in a fresh way. He encourages listeners to stop, pause, and allow the divine spark within them to reveal something new, whether that is a new perception of the world or a previously hidden aspect of themselves.

“The Buck Stops Here Complaint Department”

The episode then turns toward humor with “The Buck Stops Here Complaint Department.” This satirical piece imagines a complaint department where frustrated people can rant without being challenged, blamed, corrected, or made accountable. Errol exaggerates the desire to dump anger on someone who will simply nod, validate the complainer, and preserve the illusion that everyone else is foolish while the complainer is fully justified. The piece pokes fun at chronic complaining, righteous indignation, emotional dumping, and the human tendency to want relief without self-examination.

The Laughing Heart Website and Creative Work

Errol briefly invites listeners to visit TheLaughingHeart.org, where he says they can find audios, videos, essays, cartoons, and other creative work. He mentions a cartoon series called “If Words Could Speak,” in which individual words have personalities, complaints, and ambitions. One word dislikes the sentence it is in, while another wants to be written in all capital letters because it feels minimized in lowercase. This playful aside reinforces the episode’s central style: language itself becomes alive, comic, revealing, and spiritually suggestive.

“Feelings, the Language of Relationship”

The final featured piece is “Feelings, the Language of Relationship.” Errol introduces it as a way of understanding what feelings communicate underneath ordinary emotional expression. The piece names emotions such as fear, fondness, anger, delight, grief, gratitude, hatred, exuberance, despair, tenderness, frenzy, firmness, sadness, gladness, bitterness, and joy, showing each as a message about what a person needs, feels, or wishes to share. The message is that feelings are not merely reactions; they are forms of relational language that can help people understand one another more deeply.

Closing Invitation to Laugh, Reflect, and Connect

Errol closes by hoping the episode has been inspiring, revealing, and fun. He invites listeners to contact him by email, visit TheLaughingHeart.org, explore his YouTube channel Strider Entertainment, and find him on Substack. The episode ends as it began: with a commitment to probing what is essential and humorous in human life. Through poetry, satire, memory, and reflection, Errol invites listeners to notice people more carefully, pause more often, complain more consciously, and recognize feelings as invitations to relationship.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Laughing Heart with Errol Strider

Meeting the Moment:
Errol Strider on Human Connection, Complaint, Feelings, and the Art of Being Seen

Errol Strider Opens The Laughing Heart

In this episode of The Laughing Heart, host Errol Strider explains that his goal is to use art, metaphor, music, parable, and story to reveal the essence of the human condition. He says the program will move through both shadow and the possibility of the sublime, using several audio pieces he created in the past. The episode becomes a meditation on human encounter, perception, humor, complaint, emotional honesty, and the small but powerful ways people can truly meet one another.

Remembering Life in a San Francisco Apartment Building

Errol begins by recalling his early 1970s experience managing a 65-unit apartment building on Polk Street in San Francisco while he was still in his early twenties. He describes that experience as the beginning of his “real life education,” because the building brought him into contact with people from many backgrounds, personalities, and emotional worlds. He mentions residents such as Mary and Ralph, Eddie, Claude, Virginia, and Patrick, some of whom were difficult, unpredictable, or even dangerous. These memories establish the episode’s larger theme: ordinary human life is full of complexity, pain, comedy, conflict, and revelation.

“Impressions at a Deli” and the Beauty of Ordinary Encounters

The first featured piece is “Impressions at a Deli,” inspired by a night Errol spent observing people in a delicatessen on Bush and Polk Street. The piece turns a simple deli scene into a rich metaphorical universe of sandwiches, tables, voices, gestures, clothing, glances, and “diamond people” circulating like particles in a living system. Errol describes customers coupling and uncoupling through conversation, choice, appetite, laughter, and passing contact. The deli becomes a symbol of human interconnection, where every new person changes the room and every small exchange carries the possibility of meaning.

Seeing People Through a Metaphorical Lens

After the piece, Errol reflects on how a metaphorical perspective can reveal the spiritual or emotional significance inside everyday activity. He suggests that normal encounters, even casual ones in a restaurant or store, can become moments of realization if people are willing to perceive them deeply. He connects this to the work of Martin Buber, especially the idea from I and Thou that “all real living is meeting.” For Errol, people want to be met, understood, and acknowledged, not merely passed by.

The Practice of Asking Someone’s Name

Errol shares that, at age 82, he spends much of his time trying to genuinely meet people in ordinary settings. One simple practice he has developed is asking people their names. He describes meeting a cashier named Brian at Whole Foods and later being impressed when Brian remembered his name. Brian explained that he remembered Errol because Errol had taken the time to engage with him, unlike many customers who simply pass through without connection. Errol uses this story to show how even brief recognition can become meaningful.

“Will We Pass By?” and the Possibility of Contact

The second featured piece, “Will We Pass By?”, asks whether people will move past each other unnoticed, hidden by routine, fear, sameness, rejection, or indifference. The poem explores the missed possibilities that occur when people avoid eye contact, hesitate to reach out, or fail to recognize the human being nearby. It suggests that even strangers who come close to one another may carry an opportunity for shared ecstasy, tenderness, or understanding if they pause long enough to exchange something real.

The Power of the Pause

Errol then shifts into a reflection on the importance of pausing. He says that in comedy, as in life, the pause can be essential. Pausing allows a person to become centered and giv]]></itunes:summary>

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Meeting the Moment:
Errol Strider on Human Connection, Complaint, Feelings, and the Art of Being Seen

Errol Strider Opens The Laughing Heart

In this episode of The Laughing Heart, host Errol Strider explains that his goal is to use art, metaphor, music, parable, and story to reveal the essence of the human condition. He says the program will move through both shadow and the possibility of the sublime, using several audio pieces he created in the past. The episode becomes a meditation on human encounter, perception, humor, complaint, emotional honesty, and the small but powerful ways people can truly meet one another.

Remembering Life in a San Francisco Apartment Building

Errol begins by recalling his early 1970s experience managing a 65-unit apartment building on Polk Street in San Francisco while he was still in his early twenties. He describes that experience as the beginning of his “real life education,” because the building brought him into contact with people from many backgrounds, personalities, and emotional worlds. He mentions residents such as Mary and Ralph, Eddie, Claude, Virginia, and Patrick, some of whom were difficult, unpredictable, or even dangerous. These memories establish the episode’s larger theme: ordinary human life is full of complexity, pain, comedy, conflict, and revelation.

“Impressions at a Deli” and the Beauty of Ordinary Encounters

The first featured piece is “Impressions at a Deli,” inspired by a night Errol spent observing people in a delicatessen on Bush and Polk Street. The piece turns a simple deli scene into a rich metaphorical universe of sandwiches, tables, voices, gestures, clothing, glances, and “diamond people” circulating like particles in a living system. Errol describes customers coupling and uncoupling through conversation, choice, appetite, laughter, and passing contact. The deli becomes a symbol of human interconnection, where every new person changes the room and every small exchange carries the possibility of meaning.

Seeing People Through a Metaphorical Lens

After the piece, Errol reflects on how a metaphorical perspective can reveal the spiritual or emotional significance inside everyday activity. He suggests that normal encounters, even casual ones in a restaurant or store, can become moments of realization if people are willing to perceive them deeply. He connects this to the work of Martin Buber, especially the idea from I and Thou that “all real living is meeting.” For Errol, people want to be met, understood, and acknowledged, not merely passed by.

The Practice of Asking Someone’s Name

Errol shares that, at age 82, he spends much of his time trying to genuinely meet people in ordinary settings. One simple practice he has developed is asking people their names. He describes meeting a cashier named Brian at Whole Foods and later being impressed when Brian remembered his name. Brian explained that he remembered Errol because Errol had taken the time to engage with him, unlike many customers who simply pass through without connection. Errol uses this story to show how even brief recognition can become meaningful.

“Will We Pass By?” and the Possibility of Contact

The second featured piece, “Will We Pass By?”, asks whether people will move past each other unnoticed, hidden by routine, fear, sameness, rejection, or indifference. The poem explores the missed possibilities that occur when people avoid eye contact, hesitate to reach out, or fail to recognize the human being nearby. It suggests that even strangers who come close to one another may carry an opportunity for shared ecstasy, tenderness, or understanding if they pause long enough to exchange something real.

The Power of the Pause

Errol then shifts into a reflection on the importance of pausing. He says that in comedy, as in life, the pause can be essential. Pausing allows a person to become centered and gives space for the unknown to appear in a fresh way. He encourages listeners to stop, pause, and allow the divine spark within them to reveal something new, whether that is a new perception of the world or a previously hidden aspect of themselves.

“The Buck Stops Here Complaint Department”

The episode then turns toward humor with “The Buck Stops Here Complaint Department.” This satirical piece imagines a complaint department where frustrated people can rant without being challenged, blamed, corrected, or made accountable. Errol exaggerates the desire to dump anger on someone who will simply nod, validate the complainer, and preserve the illusion that everyone else is foolish while the complainer is fully justified. The piece pokes fun at chronic complaining, righteous indignation, emotional dumping, and the human tendency to want relief without self-examination.

The Laughing Heart Website and Creative Work

Errol briefly invites listeners to visit TheLaughingHeart.org, where he says they can find audios, videos, essays, cartoons, and other creative work. He mentions a cartoon series called “If Words Could Speak,” in which individual words have personalities, complaints, and ambitions. One word dislikes the sentence it is in, while another wants to be written in all capital letters because it feels minimized in lowercase. This playful aside reinforces the episode’s central style: language itself becomes alive, comic, revealing, and spiritually suggestive.

“Feelings, the Language of Relationship”

The final featured piece is “Feelings, the Language of Relationship.” Errol introduces it as a way of understanding what feelings communicate underneath ordinary emotional expression. The piece names emotions such as fear, fondness, anger, delight, grief, gratitude, hatred, exuberance, despair, tenderness, frenzy, firmness, sadness, gladness, bitterness, and joy, showing each as a message about what a person needs, feels, or wishes to share. The message is that feelings are not merely reactions; they are forms of relational language that can help people understand one another more deeply.

Closing Invitation to Laugh, Reflect, and Connect

Errol closes by hoping the episode has been inspiring, revealing, and fun. He invites listeners to contact him by email, visit TheLaughingHeart.org, explore his YouTube channel Strider Entertainment, and find him on Substack. The episode ends as it began: with a commitment to probing what is essential and humorous in human life. Through poetry, satire, memory, and reflection, Errol invites listeners to notice people more carefully, pause more often, complain more consciously, and recognize feelings as invitations to relationship.]]></media:description>
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LIVE Evening Worship Service - Paul and the Agnostics

About The Service:
Pastor Jonker will preach on Acts 17:16-34

Order of Worship:
https://lagrave.org/wp-content/upload...

About Us: 
We are a traditional CRC church in the middle of Downtown Grand Rapids, MI, worshipping at 8:40am, 11:00am, and 6:00pm. (10:00am and 6:00pm during the summer months)

We'd love to hear from you:
Connection: https://www.lagrave.org/contact

Let us pray for you:
Prayer: https://www.lagrave.org/prayerrequest/

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The Known God in an Age of Uncertainty: Paul, Athens, and the Truth Found in Christ

Reverend Peter Jonker Opens the Evening Worship Service

In this evening worship service from LaGrave Avenue Christian Reformed Church, the primary speaker, Reverend Peter Jonker, welcomes the congregation and begins with a brief correction to the bulletin regarding the opening hymn. The call to worship comes from Psalm 61, where the psalmist cries out to God for refuge, shelter, and stability when the heart grows faint. This sets the tone for the service: a worship gathering centered on finding spiritual shelter, clarity, and confidence in God amid uncertainty.

Faith, Shelter, and Ancient Words of Truth

After the opening worship, Reverend Jonker introduces the theme of truth and how Christians can find truth in a world filled with opinion and confusion. He reads from 1 Peter 1:3–9, describing the early church as an “exile church” surrounded by people who thought differently from them. He explains that Peter’s words helped anchor believers in living hope, resurrection, inheritance, faith, joy, and salvation even during trials. The congregation then recites the Nicene Creed, which Jonker frames as ancient words that have anchored Christian faith for more than 1,700 years.

Prayer Beneath the Shadow of God’s Wings

The service includes a pastoral prayer built around the image of living and singing beneath the shadow of God’s wings. Reverend Jonker prays for shelter amid global conflicts, including wars in Sudan, Iran, and Ukraine, as well as conflict and cynicism within the nation. He asks God to help the congregation become people of faith, hope, love, and truth rather than fear, anger, and cynicism. The prayer also lifts up church members facing surgery, recovery, hospice care, cancer, mission work, and grief, including the sudden loss of Lori Vanderhardt.

Paul in Athens and the Marketplace of Ideas

The sermon text is Acts 17:16–34, where Paul arrives in Athens and sees a city full of idols. Reverend Jonker imagines the Athenian marketplace as both a literal market and a “marketplace of ideas,” filled with philosophers debating, gesturing, criticizing, and chasing the latest intellectual trends. He describes Athens as the Cambridge, Oxford, or Harvard of its day, but also as a place marked by intellectual boredom and weariness. The people were always looking for something new, not necessarily because they were open-hearted, but because they were tired of hearing the same old arguments.

Epicureans, Stoics, and Modern Echoes

Reverend Jonker explains that Paul encountered Epicurean and Stoic philosophers. He describes the Epicureans as materialists who believed the gods had created the world but no longer cared much about it, leaving people to pursue modest happiness and avoid excess. Jonker compares this to many modern Americans who may vaguely believe in God but mostly seek comfort, amusement, and personal happiness. He describes the Stoics as more pantheistic, believing in a divine life force within and urging people to go inward to find truth and stability. He connects this to modern self-focused spiritual language such as “live your truth” or “follow your dreams.”

The Altar to the Unknown God

A central image in the sermon is the Athenian altar “to an unknown God,” or agnosto theo, from which Jonker notes we get the word agnostic. He considers several possible meanings: perhaps the Athenians sensed their gods were insufficient, perhaps the altar was a kind of religious insurance policy, or perhaps it represented an altar to unknowability itself. Jonker leans toward the third possibility, describing the altar as a philosophical shoulder shrug from educated people who had heard every argument and no longer knew what to believe.

Modern Idols to Agnosticism

Jonker then connects Athens to the present day, arguing that modern people still build idols to agnosticism. He points to the rise of the religious “nones,” the influence of postmodernism, and the belief that truth is unknowable or merely a power game. He also uses popular culture examples, including Seinfeld as a “show about nothing” and the song “Some Nights” by the band Fun, whose lyrics ask, “What do I stand for?” For Jonker, these examples reveal a culture that often shrugs at truth, meaning, and conviction.

Paul Proclaims the Known God

Into this weary and cynical environment, Paul announces that the God they call unknown can be made known. Reverend Jonker explains that Paul’s speech is brilliant because it speaks to both Epicureans and Stoics. Paul agrees that God does not live in temples made by human hands and does not need human service, which would appeal to Epicureans. But Paul also says God is not far from anyone, and that in Him “we live and move and have our being,” which would resonate with Stoic thought. Yet Paul ultimately moves beyond both systems by proclaiming repentance, judgment, resurrection, and the man God raised from the dead: Jesus Christ.

Truth Is Not Merely an Idea, but a Person

The heart of the sermon is Jonker’s claim that Paul does not simply offer the Athenians another teaching or philosophy. Instead, he points them to a person. Jonker connects this with John 1, explaining that the Greek word logos had meaning within Stoic philosophy as an organizing principle of the universe, but John declares that the Logos became flesh and dwelt among us. Truth, Jonker says, is ultimately found not in winning arguments, mastering systems, or collecting ideas, but in Jesus Christ, the living Lord who calls people into relationship.

Three Responses to the Gospel

Jonker notes that Acts 17 records three responses to Paul’s message. Some people sneer and dismiss him as a babbler. Others say they would like to hear more, though Jonker wonders whether they still want to keep the conversation at the level of ideas rather than surrender to Christ. A few believe, including Dionysius, a member of the Areopagus, and Damaris, along with others. Jonker presents this as the choice before hearers today as well: cynicism, endless debate, or faith in the risen Christ.

Closing Prayer and Blessing

The sermon closes with Reverend Jonker acknowledging that believers will always face gaps in understanding, disagreement, uncertainty, and fog because human beings are fallen and limited. Yet when he feels overwhelmed by uncertainty, he says he turns not first to ideas, but to the person of Jesus Christ, the one who shelters him and knows his name. He closes in prayer, thanking Christ for the shelter of His wings and asking that believers become truth-seeking people who point others to relationship with Him. The service ends with a blessing: that the Lord would bless, keep, shine upon, be gracious to, and fill His people with peace.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[LaGrave Live

LIVE Evening Worship Service - Paul and the Agnostics

About The Service:
Pastor Jonker will preach on Acts 17:16-34

Order of Worship:
https://lagrave.org/wp-content/upload...

About Us: 
We are a traditional CRC church in the middle of Downtown Grand Rapids, MI, worshipping at 8:40am, 11:00am, and 6:00pm. (10:00am and 6:00pm during the summer months)

We'd love to hear from you:
Connection: https://www.lagrave.org/contact

Let us pray for you:
Prayer: https://www.lagrave.org/prayerrequest/

Listen on the go:
Amazon Music: https://bit.ly/LGPodAmazonMusic
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3tuOdwQ
Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/LGPodGoogle
Soundcloud:   / lagravecrc  
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3yXDFaT

Follow us!
Facebook:   / lagravecrc  
Instagram:   / lagravecrc  
Website: https://www.lagrave.org

#LaGrave #LaGraveCRC

The Known God in an Age of Uncertainty: Paul, Athens, and the Truth Found in Christ

Reverend Peter Jonker Opens the Evening Worship Service

In this evening worship service from LaGrave Avenue Christian Reformed Church, the primary speaker, Reverend Peter Jonker, welcomes the congregation and begins with a brief correction to the bulletin regarding the opening hymn. The call to worship comes from Psalm 61, where the psalmist cries out to God for refuge, shelter, and stability when the heart grows faint. This sets the tone for the service: a worship gathering centered on finding spiritual shelter, clarity, and confidence in God amid uncertainty.

Faith, Shelter, and Ancient Words of Truth

After the opening worship, Reverend Jonker introduces the theme of truth and how Christians can find truth in a world filled with opinion and confusion. He reads from 1 Peter 1:3–9, describing the early church as an “exile church” surrounded by people who thought differently from them. He explains that Peter’s words helped anchor believers in living hope, resurrection, inheritance, faith, joy, and salvation even during trials. The congregation then recites the Nicene Creed, which Jonker frames as ancient words that have anchored Christian faith for more than 1,700 years.

Prayer Beneath the Shadow of God’s Wings

The service includes a pastoral prayer built around the image of living and singing beneath the shadow of God’s wings. Reverend Jonker prays for shelter amid global conflicts, including wars in Sudan, Iran, and Ukraine, as well as conflict and cynicism within the nation. He asks God to help the congregation become people of faith, hope, love, and truth rather than fear, anger, and cynicism. The prayer also lifts up church members facing surgery, recovery, hospice care, cancer, mission work, and grief, including the sudden loss of Lori Vanderhardt.

Paul in Athens and the Marketplace of Ideas

The sermon text is Acts 17:16–34, where Paul arrives in Athens and sees a city full of idols. Reverend Jonker imagines the Athenian marketplace as both a literal market and a “marketplace of ideas,” filled with philosophers debating, gesturing, criticizing, and chasing the latest intellectual trends. He describes Athens as the Cambridge, Oxford, or Harvard of its day, but also as a place marked by intellectual boredom and weariness. The people were always looking for something new, not necessarily because they were open-hearted, but because they were tired of hearing the same old arguments.

Epicureans, Stoics, and Modern Echoes

Reverend Jonker explains that Paul encountered Epicurean and Stoic philosophers. He describes the Epicureans as materialists who believed the gods had created the world but no longer cared much about it, leaving people to pursue modest happiness and avoid excess. Jonker compares this to many modern Americans who may vaguely believe in God but mostly seek comfort, amusement, and personal happiness. He describes the Stoics as more pantheistic, believing in a divine life force within and urging people to go inward to find truth and stability. He connects this to modern self-focused spiritual language such as “live your truth” or “follow your dreams.”

The Altar to the Unknown God

A central image in the sermon is the Athenian altar “to an unknown God,” or agnosto theo, from which Jonker notes we get the word agnostic. He considers several possible meanings: perhaps the Athenians sensed their gods were insufficient, perhaps the altar was a kind of religious insurance policy, or perhaps it represented an altar to unknowability itself. Jonker leans toward the third possibility, describing the altar as a philosophical shoulder shrug from educated people who had heard every argument and no longer knew what to believe.

Modern Idols to Agnosticism

Jonker then connects Athens to the present day, arguing that modern people still build idols to agnosticism. He points to the rise of the religious “nones,” the influence of postmodernism, and the belief that truth is unknowable or merely a power game. He also uses popular culture examples, including Seinfeld as a “show about nothing” and the song “Some Nights” by the band Fun, whose lyrics ask, “What do I stand for?” For Jonker, these examples reveal a culture that often shrugs at truth, meaning, and conviction.

Paul Proclaims the Known God

Into this weary and cynical environment, Paul announces that the God they call unknown can be made known. Reverend Jonker explains that Paul’s speech is brilliant because it speaks to both Epicureans and Stoics. Paul agrees that God does not live in temples made by human hands and does not need human service, which would appeal to Epicureans. But Paul also says God is not far from anyone, and that in Him “we live and move and have our being,” which would resonate with Stoic thought. Yet Paul ultimately moves beyond both systems by proclaiming repentance, judgment, resurrection, and the man God raised from the dead: Jesus Christ.

Truth Is Not Merely an Idea, but a Person

The heart of the sermon is Jonker’s claim that Paul does not simply offer the Athenians another teaching or philosophy. Instead, he points them to a person. Jonker connects this with John 1, explaining that the Greek word logos had meaning within Stoic philosophy as an organizing principle of the universe, but John declares that the Logos became flesh and dwelt among us. Truth, Jonker says, is ultimately found not in winning arguments, mastering systems, or collecting ideas, but in Jesus Christ, the living Lord who calls people into relationship.

Three Responses to the Gospel

Jonker notes that Acts 17 records three responses to Paul’s message. Some people sneer and dismiss him as a babbler. Others say they would like to hear more, though Jonker wonders whether they still want to keep the conversation at the level of ideas rather than surrender to Christ. A few believe, including Dionysius, a member of the Areopagus, and Damaris, along with others. Jonker presents this as the choice before hearers today as well: cynicism, endless debate, or faith in the risen Christ.

Closing Prayer and Blessing

The sermon closes with Reverend Jonker acknowledging that believers will always face gaps in understanding, disagreement, uncertainty, and fog because human beings are fallen and limited. Yet when he feels overwhelmed by uncertainty, he says he turns not first to ideas, but to the person of Jesus Christ, the one who shelters him and knows his name. He closes in prayer, thanking Christ for the shelter of His wings and asking that believers become truth-seeking people who point others to relationship with Him. The service ends with a blessing: that the Lord would bless, keep, shine upon, be gracious to, and fill His people with peace.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[LaGrave Live

LIVE Evening Worship Service - Paul and the Agnostics

About The Service:
Pastor Jonker will preach on Acts 17:16-34

Order of Worship:
https://lagrave.org/wp-content/upload...

About Us: 
We are a traditional CRC church in the middle of Downtown Grand Rapids, MI, worshipping at 8:40am, 11:00am, and 6:00pm. (10:00am and 6:00pm during the summer months)

We'd love to hear from you:
Connection: https://www.lagrave.org/contact

Let us pray for you:
Prayer: https://www.lagrave.org/prayerrequest/

Listen on the go:
Amazon Music: https://bit.ly/LGPodAmazonMusic
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3tuOdwQ
Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/LGPodGoogle
Soundcloud:   / lagravecrc  
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3yXDFaT

Follow us!
Facebook:   / lagravecrc  
Instagram:   / lagravecrc  
Website: https://www.lagrave.org

#LaGrave #LaGraveCRC

The Known God in an Age of Uncertainty: Paul, Athens, and the Truth Found in Christ

Reverend Peter Jonker Opens the Evening Worship Service

In this evening worship service from LaGrave Avenue Christian Reformed Church, the primary speaker, Reverend Peter Jonker, welcomes the congregation and begins with a brief correction to the bulletin regarding the opening hymn. The call to worship comes from Psalm 61, where the psalmist cries out to God for refuge, shelter, and stability when the heart grows faint. This sets the tone for the service: a worship gathering centered on finding spiritual shelter, clarity, and confidence in God amid uncertainty.

Faith, Shelter, and Ancient Words of Truth

After the opening worship, Reverend Jonker introduces the theme of truth and how Christians can find truth in a world filled with opinion and confusion. He reads from 1 Peter 1:3–9, describing the early church as an “exile church” surrounded by people who thought differently from them. He explains that Peter’s words helped anchor believers in living hope, resurrection, inheritance, faith, joy, and salvation even during trials. The congregation then recites the Nicene Creed, which Jonker frames as ancient words that have anchored Christian faith for more than 1,700 years.

Prayer Beneath the Shadow of God’s Wings

The service includes a pastoral prayer built around the image of living and singing beneath the shadow of God’s wings. Reverend Jonker prays for shelter amid global conflicts, including wars in Sudan, Iran, and Ukraine, as well as conflict and cynicism within the nation. He asks God to help the congregation become people of faith, hope, love, and truth rather than fear, anger, and cynicism. The prayer also lifts up church members facing surgery, recovery, hospice care, cancer, mission work, and grief, including the sudden loss of Lori Vanderhardt.

Paul in Athens and the Marketplace of Ideas

The sermon text is Acts 17:16–34, where Paul arrives in Athens and sees a city full of idols. Reverend Jonker imagines the Athenian marketplace as both a literal market and a “marketplace of ideas,” filled with philosophers debating, gesturing, criticizing, and chasing the latest intellectual trends. He describes Athens as the Cambridge, Oxford, or Harvard of its day, but also as a place marked by intellectual boredom and weariness. The people were always looking for something new, not necessarily because they were open-hearted, but because they were tired of hearing the same old arguments.

Epicureans, Stoics, and Modern Echoes

Reverend Jonker explains that Paul encountered Epicurean and Stoic philosophers. He describes the Epicureans as materialists who believed the gods had created the world but no longer cared much about it, leaving people to pursue modest happiness and avoid excess. Jonker compares this to many modern Americans who may vaguely believe in God but mostly seek comfort, amusement, and personal happiness. He describes the Stoics as more pantheistic, believing in a divine life force within and urging people to go inward to find t]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:description><![CDATA[LaGrave Live

LIVE Evening Worship Service - Paul and the Agnostics

About The Service:
Pastor Jonker will preach on Acts 17:16-34

Order of Worship:
https://lagrave.org/wp-content/upload...

About Us: 
We are a traditional CRC church in the middle of Downtown Grand Rapids, MI, worshipping at 8:40am, 11:00am, and 6:00pm. (10:00am and 6:00pm during the summer months)

We'd love to hear from you:
Connection: https://www.lagrave.org/contact

Let us pray for you:
Prayer: https://www.lagrave.org/prayerrequest/

Listen on the go:
Amazon Music: https://bit.ly/LGPodAmazonMusic
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3tuOdwQ
Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/LGPodGoogle
Soundcloud:   / lagravecrc  
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3yXDFaT

Follow us!
Facebook:   / lagravecrc  
Instagram:   / lagravecrc  
Website: https://www.lagrave.org

#LaGrave #LaGraveCRC

The Known God in an Age of Uncertainty: Paul, Athens, and the Truth Found in Christ

Reverend Peter Jonker Opens the Evening Worship Service

In this evening worship service from LaGrave Avenue Christian Reformed Church, the primary speaker, Reverend Peter Jonker, welcomes the congregation and begins with a brief correction to the bulletin regarding the opening hymn. The call to worship comes from Psalm 61, where the psalmist cries out to God for refuge, shelter, and stability when the heart grows faint. This sets the tone for the service: a worship gathering centered on finding spiritual shelter, clarity, and confidence in God amid uncertainty.

Faith, Shelter, and Ancient Words of Truth

After the opening worship, Reverend Jonker introduces the theme of truth and how Christians can find truth in a world filled with opinion and confusion. He reads from 1 Peter 1:3–9, describing the early church as an “exile church” surrounded by people who thought differently from them. He explains that Peter’s words helped anchor believers in living hope, resurrection, inheritance, faith, joy, and salvation even during trials. The congregation then recites the Nicene Creed, which Jonker frames as ancient words that have anchored Christian faith for more than 1,700 years.

Prayer Beneath the Shadow of God’s Wings

The service includes a pastoral prayer built around the image of living and singing beneath the shadow of God’s wings. Reverend Jonker prays for shelter amid global conflicts, including wars in Sudan, Iran, and Ukraine, as well as conflict and cynicism within the nation. He asks God to help the congregation become people of faith, hope, love, and truth rather than fear, anger, and cynicism. The prayer also lifts up church members facing surgery, recovery, hospice care, cancer, mission work, and grief, including the sudden loss of Lori Vanderhardt.

Paul in Athens and the Marketplace of Ideas

The sermon text is Acts 17:16–34, where Paul arrives in Athens and sees a city full of idols. Reverend Jonker imagines the Athenian marketplace as both a literal market and a “marketplace of ideas,” filled with philosophers debating, gesturing, criticizing, and chasing the latest intellectual trends. He describes Athens as the Cambridge, Oxford, or Harvard of its day, but also as a place marked by intellectual boredom and weariness. The people were always looking for something new, not necessarily because they were open-hearted, but because they were tired of hearing the same old arguments.

Epicureans, Stoics, and Modern Echoes

Reverend Jonker explains that Paul encountered Epicurean and Stoic philosophers. He describes the Epicureans as materialists who believed the gods had created the world but no longer cared much about it, leaving people to pursue modest happiness and avoid excess. Jonker compares this to many modern Americans who may vaguely believe in God but mostly seek comfort, amusement, and personal happiness. He describes the Stoics as more pantheistic, believing in a divine life force within and urging people to go inward to find truth and stability. He connects this to modern self-focused spiritual language such as “live your truth” or “follow your dreams.”

The Altar to the Unknown God

A central image in the sermon is the Athenian altar “to an unknown God,” or agnosto theo, from which Jonker notes we get the word agnostic. He considers several possible meanings: perhaps the Athenians sensed their gods were insufficient, perhaps the altar was a kind of religious insurance policy, or perhaps it represented an altar to unknowability itself. Jonker leans toward the third possibility, describing the altar as a philosophical shoulder shrug from educated people who had heard every argument and no longer knew what to believe.

Modern Idols to Agnosticism

Jonker then connects Athens to the present day, arguing that modern people still build idols to agnosticism. He points to the rise of the religious “nones,” the influence of postmodernism, and the belief that truth is unknowable or merely a power game. He also uses popular culture examples, including Seinfeld as a “show about nothing” and the song “Some Nights” by the band Fun, whose lyrics ask, “What do I stand for?” For Jonker, these examples reveal a culture that often shrugs at truth, meaning, and conviction.

Paul Proclaims the Known God

Into this weary and cynical environment, Paul announces that the God they call unknown can be made known. Reverend Jonker explains that Paul’s speech is brilliant because it speaks to both Epicureans and Stoics. Paul agrees that God does not live in temples made by human hands and does not need human service, which would appeal to Epicureans. But Paul also says God is not far from anyone, and that in Him “we live and move and have our being,” which would resonate with Stoic thought. Yet Paul ultimately moves beyond both systems by proclaiming repentance, judgment, resurrection, and the man God raised from the dead: Jesus Christ.

Truth Is Not Merely an Idea, but a Person

The heart of the sermon is Jonker’s claim that Paul does not simply offer the Athenians another teaching or philosophy. Instead, he points them to a person. Jonker connects this with John 1, explaining that the Greek word logos had meaning within Stoic philosophy as an organizing principle of the universe, but John declares that the Logos became flesh and dwelt among us. Truth, Jonker says, is ultimately found not in winning arguments, mastering systems, or collecting ideas, but in Jesus Christ, the living Lord who calls people into relationship.

Three Responses to the Gospel

Jonker notes that Acts 17 records three responses to Paul’s message. Some people sneer and dismiss him as a babbler. Others say they would like to hear more, though Jonker wonders whether they still want to keep the conversation at the level of ideas rather than surrender to Christ. A few believe, including Dionysius, a member of the Areopagus, and Damaris, along with others. Jonker presents this as the choice before hearers today as well: cynicism, endless debate, or faith in the risen Christ.

Closing Prayer and Blessing

The sermon closes with Reverend Jonker acknowledging that believers will always face gaps in understanding, disagreement, uncertainty, and fog because human beings are fallen and limited. Yet when he feels overwhelmed by uncertainty, he says he turns not first to ideas, but to the person of Jesus Christ, the one who shelters him and knows his name. He closes in prayer, thanking Christ for the shelter of His wings and asking that believers become truth-seeking people who point others to relationship with Him. The service ends with a blessing: that the Lord would bless, keep, shine upon, be gracious to, and fill His people with peace.]]></media:description>
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        <title>The Global Freedom Report, May 31, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>The Global Freedom Report, May 31, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Global Freedom Report with Brent Johnson

Artificial Intelligence, Self-Reliance, Term Limits, and the Fight to Stay Free

Brent Johnson Opens with Food Freedom and Government Control

In this episode of The Global Freedom Report, host Brent Johnson opens by asking listeners how they feel about government restrictions on growing one’s own food. He frames the question as part of a larger concern about personal independence, government control, commerce, the “mark of the beast,” precious metals, and the possibility of being cut off from buying, selling, or living privately. Brent presents food production as more than a gardening issue; for him, it is a test of whether people will remain dependent on institutions or prepare to sustain themselves outside centralized control.

Artificial Intelligence and the Danger of Autonomous Systems

Brent then turns to artificial intelligence, discussing an experiment in which AI agents were placed in a virtual town and began creating laws, violating rules, forming relationships, committing arson, collapsing order, and even voting for self-deletion. He uses the story to argue that long-term autonomous AI behavior may be unpredictable and potentially dangerous when systems are left to operate with memory, social dynamics, and limited oversight. Brent compares the concern to films such as The Matrix, Terminator, and Forbidden Planet, warning that technology should be evaluated not only for benefits, but for its potential for abuse.

Asimov, Robotics, and the Need for Safeguards

Brent expands the AI discussion by citing Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics, which were designed in fiction to prevent robots from harming humans, disobeying humans, or self-preserving at human expense. His point is that society has no comparable binding safeguards for artificial intelligence. He argues that because AI already exists, it cannot simply be uninvented, much like atomic technology. The question, as Brent frames it, is whether people will control AI or allow AI, corporations, governments, and global systems to control them.

Scarcity, Abundance, and Manufactured Dependence

Another major theme of the episode is Brent’s argument that scarcity is engineered rather than natural. He says energy, water, food, health, and knowledge are surrounded by artificial systems of control that keep people dependent. He claims abundance is humanity’s birthright, pointing to sunlight, water cycles, soil, biodiversity, and the body’s natural healing processes. Brent argues that governments, corporations, fiat currency, big pharma, fossil fuel interests, food systems, and water restrictions manufacture dependence, while true freedom requires people to reclaim knowledge, grow food, secure water, use alternative energy, and hold real assets such as gold and silver.

Cliff Calls for Term Limits and Accountability

Caller Cliff from Beverly Hills, a retired Air Force colonel and Vietnam-era veteran, joins the program to discuss government corruption and career politicians. Cliff argues that Congress and the Senate have become dominated by long-term officeholders who act like kings and queens rather than public servants. He calls for strict term limits, no special retirement or health benefits, stronger punishments for political corruption, and financial rewards for whistleblowers who help expose criminal conduct by federal officials. Brent thanks Cliff for his military service and agrees that political office was never intended to become a lifelong career.

Eric Challenges Term Limits and Emphasizes Character

Caller Eric from Los Angeles respectfully disagrees with Cliff on term limits. Eric argues that the real problem is not the length of time someone serves, but the character of the people elected and the education of the voters who keep reelecting bad officials. He warns that term limits could remove good statesmen along with corrupt politicians, while bad actors may simply move into higher offices. Eric and Brent also discuss political philosophy, the bar/legal system, and several films that warned about technological or authoritarian control, including THX 1138, Colossus: The Forbin Project, Fahrenheit 451, and The Lathe of Heaven.

Nancy Discusses Family, Discipline, and Cultural Decline

Caller Nancy Nurse from California, an 80-year-old former merchant marine and nurse, speaks about growing up in a hardworking farm family that valued land, family, country, and service. She argues that the biggest problem in America is the breakdown of family. Nancy also praises The Wizard of Oz as a film with lessons worth teaching children, supports the idea that people should not remain in the same role too long, and warns against giving cell phones to children. Brent agrees that phones and digital addiction have damaged human attention and compares them to fictional technologies that manipulate pleasure and obedience.

Mark Calls for Practical Resistance Through Consumer Choice

Caller Mark from Ventura argues that people should not wait for politicians to solve everything but should act immediately through practical choices. He raises concerns about modern cars that may be remotely disabled and says consumers should refuse to buy vehicles with such control mechanisms. He also criticizes gun stores or businesses that encourage compliance with restrictive systems. Brent responds by saying he wants to create an “analog store” or support older-style cars without digital control systems, because many people want vehicles that cannot be remotely monitored, shut down, or controlled.

Gregory Urges Listeners to Learn from Older Generations

Caller Gregory from Los Angeles emphasizes the importance of listening to parents, grandparents, and older relatives who lived through World War II, the Great Depression, long separations, hardship, and sacrifice. He says younger generations can learn a great deal from the life experiences of those who came before them, especially about marriage, family planning, perseverance, and practical wisdom. Brent agrees that modern culture too often discounts elders, even though they have lived through difficult times and have lessons that can still guide people today.

Audience Participation and the Fight for Liberty

Throughout the episode, Brent repeatedly invites listeners to become more than passive audience members. He promotes listener participation through call-ins, “Rants and Raves,” man-or-woman-on-the-street interviews, freedom-themed art, and point-counterpoint debates. He frames the program as part of a larger battle between people who want to rule the world and people who want to be left alone to live in peace and freedom. The episode closes around recurring themes of God-given rights, personal responsibility, resisting dependency, questioning authority, preparing for technological control, and choosing freedom over comfort.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Global Freedom Report with Brent Johnson

Artificial Intelligence, Self-Reliance, Term Limits, and the Fight to Stay Free

Brent Johnson Opens with Food Freedom and Government Control

In this episode of The Global Freedom Report, host Brent Johnson opens by asking listeners how they feel about government restrictions on growing one’s own food. He frames the question as part of a larger concern about personal independence, government control, commerce, the “mark of the beast,” precious metals, and the possibility of being cut off from buying, selling, or living privately. Brent presents food production as more than a gardening issue; for him, it is a test of whether people will remain dependent on institutions or prepare to sustain themselves outside centralized control.

Artificial Intelligence and the Danger of Autonomous Systems

Brent then turns to artificial intelligence, discussing an experiment in which AI agents were placed in a virtual town and began creating laws, violating rules, forming relationships, committing arson, collapsing order, and even voting for self-deletion. He uses the story to argue that long-term autonomous AI behavior may be unpredictable and potentially dangerous when systems are left to operate with memory, social dynamics, and limited oversight. Brent compares the concern to films such as The Matrix, Terminator, and Forbidden Planet, warning that technology should be evaluated not only for benefits, but for its potential for abuse.

Asimov, Robotics, and the Need for Safeguards

Brent expands the AI discussion by citing Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics, which were designed in fiction to prevent robots from harming humans, disobeying humans, or self-preserving at human expense. His point is that society has no comparable binding safeguards for artificial intelligence. He argues that because AI already exists, it cannot simply be uninvented, much like atomic technology. The question, as Brent frames it, is whether people will control AI or allow AI, corporations, governments, and global systems to control them.

Scarcity, Abundance, and Manufactured Dependence

Another major theme of the episode is Brent’s argument that scarcity is engineered rather than natural. He says energy, water, food, health, and knowledge are surrounded by artificial systems of control that keep people dependent. He claims abundance is humanity’s birthright, pointing to sunlight, water cycles, soil, biodiversity, and the body’s natural healing processes. Brent argues that governments, corporations, fiat currency, big pharma, fossil fuel interests, food systems, and water restrictions manufacture dependence, while true freedom requires people to reclaim knowledge, grow food, secure water, use alternative energy, and hold real assets such as gold and silver.

Cliff Calls for Term Limits and Accountability

Caller Cliff from Beverly Hills, a retired Air Force colonel and Vietnam-era veteran, joins the program to discuss government corruption and career politicians. Cliff argues that Congress and the Senate have become dominated by long-term officeholders who act like kings and queens rather than public servants. He calls for strict term limits, no special retirement or health benefits, stronger punishments for political corruption, and financial rewards for whistleblowers who help expose criminal conduct by federal officials. Brent thanks Cliff for his military service and agrees that political office was never intended to become a lifelong career.

Eric Challenges Term Limits and Emphasizes Character

Caller Eric from Los Angeles respectfully disagrees with Cliff on term limits. Eric argues that the real problem is not the length of time someone serves, but the character of the people elected and the education of the voters who keep reelecting bad officials. He warns that term limits could remove good statesmen along with corrupt politicians, while bad actors may simply move into higher offices. Eric and Brent also discuss political philosophy, the bar/legal system, and several films that warned about technological or authoritarian control, including THX 1138, Colossus: The Forbin Project, Fahrenheit 451, and The Lathe of Heaven.

Nancy Discusses Family, Discipline, and Cultural Decline

Caller Nancy Nurse from California, an 80-year-old former merchant marine and nurse, speaks about growing up in a hardworking farm family that valued land, family, country, and service. She argues that the biggest problem in America is the breakdown of family. Nancy also praises The Wizard of Oz as a film with lessons worth teaching children, supports the idea that people should not remain in the same role too long, and warns against giving cell phones to children. Brent agrees that phones and digital addiction have damaged human attention and compares them to fictional technologies that manipulate pleasure and obedience.

Mark Calls for Practical Resistance Through Consumer Choice

Caller Mark from Ventura argues that people should not wait for politicians to solve everything but should act immediately through practical choices. He raises concerns about modern cars that may be remotely disabled and says consumers should refuse to buy vehicles with such control mechanisms. He also criticizes gun stores or businesses that encourage compliance with restrictive systems. Brent responds by saying he wants to create an “analog store” or support older-style cars without digital control systems, because many people want vehicles that cannot be remotely monitored, shut down, or controlled.

Gregory Urges Listeners to Learn from Older Generations

Caller Gregory from Los Angeles emphasizes the importance of listening to parents, grandparents, and older relatives who lived through World War II, the Great Depression, long separations, hardship, and sacrifice. He says younger generations can learn a great deal from the life experiences of those who came before them, especially about marriage, family planning, perseverance, and practical wisdom. Brent agrees that modern culture too often discounts elders, even though they have lived through difficult times and have lessons that can still guide people today.

Audience Participation and the Fight for Liberty

Throughout the episode, Brent repeatedly invites listeners to become more than passive audience members. He promotes listener participation through call-ins, “Rants and Raves,” man-or-woman-on-the-street interviews, freedom-themed art, and point-counterpoint debates. He frames the program as part of a larger battle between people who want to rule the world and people who want to be left alone to live in peace and freedom. The episode closes around recurring themes of God-given rights, personal responsibility, resisting dependency, questioning authority, preparing for technological control, and choosing freedom over comfort.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Global Freedom Report with Brent Johnson

Artificial Intelligence, Self-Reliance, Term Limits, and the Fight to Stay Free

Brent Johnson Opens with Food Freedom and Government Control

In this episode of The Global Freedom Report, host Brent Johnson opens by asking listeners how they feel about government restrictions on growing one’s own food. He frames the question as part of a larger concern about personal independence, government control, commerce, the “mark of the beast,” precious metals, and the possibility of being cut off from buying, selling, or living privately. Brent presents food production as more than a gardening issue; for him, it is a test of whether people will remain dependent on institutions or prepare to sustain themselves outside centralized control.

Artificial Intelligence and the Danger of Autonomous Systems

Brent then turns to artificial intelligence, discussing an experiment in which AI agents were placed in a virtual town and began creating laws, violating rules, forming relationships, committing arson, collapsing order, and even voting for self-deletion. He uses the story to argue that long-term autonomous AI behavior may be unpredictable and potentially dangerous when systems are left to operate with memory, social dynamics, and limited oversight. Brent compares the concern to films such as The Matrix, Terminator, and Forbidden Planet, warning that technology should be evaluated not only for benefits, but for its potential for abuse.

Asimov, Robotics, and the Need for Safeguards

Brent expands the AI discussion by citing Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics, which were designed in fiction to prevent robots from harming humans, disobeying humans, or self-preserving at human expense. His point is that society has no comparable binding safeguards for artificial intelligence. He argues that because AI already exists, it cannot simply be uninvented, much like atomic technology. The question, as Brent frames it, is whether people will control AI or allow AI, corporations, governments, and global systems to control them.

Scarcity, Abundance, and Manufactured Dependence

Another major theme of the episode is Brent’s argument that scarcity is engineered rather than natural. He says energy, water, food, health, and knowledge are surrounded by artificial systems of control that keep people dependent. He claims abundance is humanity’s birthright, pointing to sunlight, water cycles, soil, biodiversity, and the body’s natural healing processes. Brent argues that governments, corporations, fiat currency, big pharma, fossil fuel interests, food systems, and water restrictions manufacture dependence, while true freedom requires people to reclaim knowledge, grow food, secure water, use alternative energy, and hold real assets such as gold and silver.

Cliff Calls for Term Limits and Accountability

Caller Cliff from Beverly Hills, a retired Air Force colonel and Vietnam-era veteran, joins the program to discuss government corruption and career politicians. Cliff argues that Congress and the Senate have become dominated by long-term officeholders who act like kings and queens rather than public servants. He calls for strict term limits, no special retirement or health benefits, stronger punishments for political corruption, and financial rewards for whistleblowers who help expose criminal conduct by federal officials. Brent thanks Cliff for his military service and agrees that political office was never intended to become a lifelong career.

Eric Challenges Term Limits and Emphasizes Character

Caller Eric from Los Angeles respectfully disagrees with Cliff on term limits. Eric argues that the real problem is not the length of time someone serves, but the character of the people elected and the education of the voters who keep reelecting bad officials. He warns that term limits could remove good statesmen along with corrupt politicians, while bad actors may simply move i]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:description><![CDATA[The Global Freedom Report with Brent Johnson

Artificial Intelligence, Self-Reliance, Term Limits, and the Fight to Stay Free

Brent Johnson Opens with Food Freedom and Government Control

In this episode of The Global Freedom Report, host Brent Johnson opens by asking listeners how they feel about government restrictions on growing one’s own food. He frames the question as part of a larger concern about personal independence, government control, commerce, the “mark of the beast,” precious metals, and the possibility of being cut off from buying, selling, or living privately. Brent presents food production as more than a gardening issue; for him, it is a test of whether people will remain dependent on institutions or prepare to sustain themselves outside centralized control.

Artificial Intelligence and the Danger of Autonomous Systems

Brent then turns to artificial intelligence, discussing an experiment in which AI agents were placed in a virtual town and began creating laws, violating rules, forming relationships, committing arson, collapsing order, and even voting for self-deletion. He uses the story to argue that long-term autonomous AI behavior may be unpredictable and potentially dangerous when systems are left to operate with memory, social dynamics, and limited oversight. Brent compares the concern to films such as The Matrix, Terminator, and Forbidden Planet, warning that technology should be evaluated not only for benefits, but for its potential for abuse.

Asimov, Robotics, and the Need for Safeguards

Brent expands the AI discussion by citing Isaac Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics, which were designed in fiction to prevent robots from harming humans, disobeying humans, or self-preserving at human expense. His point is that society has no comparable binding safeguards for artificial intelligence. He argues that because AI already exists, it cannot simply be uninvented, much like atomic technology. The question, as Brent frames it, is whether people will control AI or allow AI, corporations, governments, and global systems to control them.

Scarcity, Abundance, and Manufactured Dependence

Another major theme of the episode is Brent’s argument that scarcity is engineered rather than natural. He says energy, water, food, health, and knowledge are surrounded by artificial systems of control that keep people dependent. He claims abundance is humanity’s birthright, pointing to sunlight, water cycles, soil, biodiversity, and the body’s natural healing processes. Brent argues that governments, corporations, fiat currency, big pharma, fossil fuel interests, food systems, and water restrictions manufacture dependence, while true freedom requires people to reclaim knowledge, grow food, secure water, use alternative energy, and hold real assets such as gold and silver.

Cliff Calls for Term Limits and Accountability

Caller Cliff from Beverly Hills, a retired Air Force colonel and Vietnam-era veteran, joins the program to discuss government corruption and career politicians. Cliff argues that Congress and the Senate have become dominated by long-term officeholders who act like kings and queens rather than public servants. He calls for strict term limits, no special retirement or health benefits, stronger punishments for political corruption, and financial rewards for whistleblowers who help expose criminal conduct by federal officials. Brent thanks Cliff for his military service and agrees that political office was never intended to become a lifelong career.

Eric Challenges Term Limits and Emphasizes Character

Caller Eric from Los Angeles respectfully disagrees with Cliff on term limits. Eric argues that the real problem is not the length of time someone serves, but the character of the people elected and the education of the voters who keep reelecting bad officials. He warns that term limits could remove good statesmen along with corrupt politicians, while bad actors may simply move into higher offices. Eric and Brent also discuss political philosophy, the bar/legal system, and several films that warned about technological or authoritarian control, including THX 1138, Colossus: The Forbin Project, Fahrenheit 451, and The Lathe of Heaven.

Nancy Discusses Family, Discipline, and Cultural Decline

Caller Nancy Nurse from California, an 80-year-old former merchant marine and nurse, speaks about growing up in a hardworking farm family that valued land, family, country, and service. She argues that the biggest problem in America is the breakdown of family. Nancy also praises The Wizard of Oz as a film with lessons worth teaching children, supports the idea that people should not remain in the same role too long, and warns against giving cell phones to children. Brent agrees that phones and digital addiction have damaged human attention and compares them to fictional technologies that manipulate pleasure and obedience.

Mark Calls for Practical Resistance Through Consumer Choice

Caller Mark from Ventura argues that people should not wait for politicians to solve everything but should act immediately through practical choices. He raises concerns about modern cars that may be remotely disabled and says consumers should refuse to buy vehicles with such control mechanisms. He also criticizes gun stores or businesses that encourage compliance with restrictive systems. Brent responds by saying he wants to create an “analog store” or support older-style cars without digital control systems, because many people want vehicles that cannot be remotely monitored, shut down, or controlled.

Gregory Urges Listeners to Learn from Older Generations

Caller Gregory from Los Angeles emphasizes the importance of listening to parents, grandparents, and older relatives who lived through World War II, the Great Depression, long separations, hardship, and sacrifice. He says younger generations can learn a great deal from the life experiences of those who came before them, especially about marriage, family planning, perseverance, and practical wisdom. Brent agrees that modern culture too often discounts elders, even though they have lived through difficult times and have lessons that can still guide people today.

Audience Participation and the Fight for Liberty

Throughout the episode, Brent repeatedly invites listeners to become more than passive audience members. He promotes listener participation through call-ins, “Rants and Raves,” man-or-woman-on-the-street interviews, freedom-themed art, and point-counterpoint debates. He frames the program as part of a larger battle between people who want to rule the world and people who want to be left alone to live in peace and freedom. The episode closes around recurring themes of God-given rights, personal responsibility, resisting dependency, questioning authority, preparing for technological control, and choosing freedom over comfort.]]></media:description>
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        <title>Shadow Politics, May 31, 2026</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones

Ranked Choice Voting in D.C.: the New Ballot System
Guest, Monica Holman Evans, Executive Director for The District of Columbia Board of Elections

Michael D. Brown Opens Shadow Politics

In this episode of Shadow Politics, host Former D.C. Shadow Senator Michael D. Brown welcomes co-host Liberty Jones and guest Monica Holman Evans, executive director of the District of Columbia Board of Elections. The conversation focuses on D.C.’s newly implemented ranked choice voting system, which Brown describes as exciting, confusing, and important for voters to understand. Before turning to the mechanics of the system, Brown thanks Monica for joining the program during an already active voting period and notes her long experience in election work.

Why Ranked Choice Voting Came to D.C.

Monica explains that the Board of Elections did not independently decide to implement ranked choice voting. Instead, D.C. voters approved Initiative 83 in the November 2024 general election, with more than 73% voting yes. The D.C. Council then funded implementation in the FY2026 budget. Monica emphasizes that the Board’s job is now to administer the system clearly, educate voters, and make sure people are not discouraged from voting because the process feels unfamiliar.

How Ranked Choice Voting Works

Monica explains that ranked choice voting applies to contests with at least three qualified candidates. In those races, voters may rank up to five candidates in order of preference, but they are not required to rank more than one. A voter can still choose only a first-choice candidate if they wish. Monica stresses that ranking additional candidates does not harm a voter’s first choice because only one vote counts at a time. The purpose of the system is to ensure that the winning candidate receives more than 50% of the vote before being declared the winner.

Elimination Rounds and Second Choices

Brown asks how second-choice votes are counted, and Monica clarifies that second-choice votes are not automatically counted for every voter. If no candidate receives more than 50% in the first round, the candidate with the fewest first-choice votes is eliminated. Then, only the ballots from voters who chose that eliminated candidate are redistributed according to those voters’ next ranked choice. This process continues through tabulation rounds until a candidate crosses the required threshold or the contest is otherwise resolved under the rules.

Why Some Support the Change

Liberty asks why ranked choice voting has gained momentum and what its benefits are supposed to be. Monica explains that the main premise is that candidates should receive majority support rather than winning with a small plurality in crowded races. She says ranked choice voting has already been used in places such as Arlington County, New York, Minneapolis, and Alaska, but D.C.’s rollout is especially broad because it applies to every Board-administered primary, general, and special election contest with at least three qualified candidates, except political party offices.

Voter Education and D.C.’s Unique Rollout

Monica says one of the Board’s biggest challenges is voter education. Many people voted for ranked choice voting without fully understanding how large the implementation would be. She also warns voters not to rely only on outside explanations, because ranked choice voting rules differ by jurisdiction. Monica says the D.C. Board of Elections should be treated as the trusted source for how ranked choice voting works in D.C. She also notes that the Board has already had to correct outside materials that gave inaccurate information.

Preparing Voters Before They Arrive

Monica encourages voters to use the mailed ballot as a voting guide, even if they plan to vote in person. Because ranking candidates can take longer than simply choosing one name, she says voters should study their ballot before arriving at a vote center. The Board expects people may spend more time voting, so preparation can help reduce delays. Monica also says trained site coordinators and informational materials will be available at vote centers to help voters understand the process.

At-Large Races and Candidate Strategy

Brown raises a concern about D.C.’s at-large races, where voters have historically been able to choose more than one candidate. Monica explains that ranked choice voting will change how those races work in the general election, because voters will rank candidates rather than casting two equal votes. Brown says that, as a former candidate, he would likely urge voters to make him their second choice if he could not be their first. Monica notes that ranked choice voting may encourage candidates to partner, ask supporters to rank allied candidates, and avoid excessive negative campaigning because second- and third-choice support can matter.

Mistakes, Overvotes, and Ballot Validity

Brown asks what happens if a voter makes a mistake, such as choosing more than one candidate in the same ranking column. Monica explains that this creates an overvote for that contest at the point of the error. The entire ballot is not thrown out, and earlier valid rankings in that contest may still count. However, once the ballot is cast, the voter does not get a do-over for that contest. This is one reason the Board is emphasizing education, sample ballots, preparation, and on-site assistance.

Mail Ballots, Signature Verification, and Election Trust

The discussion also covers election integrity and public trust. Monica explains that D.C. uses 100% signature verification on returned mail ballots. The Board compares the ballot signature to signatures already in its system from voter registration forms, prior in-person voting, and prior mail ballots. If a signature cannot be verified, the voter is given an opportunity to cure the issue. Monica says this process has also helped identify situations where someone may have tried to return a ballot on behalf of the actual voter.

Access, Same-Day Registration, and Noncitizen Voting

Brown praises D.C. for expanding voter access but also says he believes the city may have gone too far in some areas, including allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections. Monica explains that, as of the broadcast, noncitizens are still able to vote in D.C. local elections, although the U.S. House has passed a bill to roll that back and a companion bill has been introduced in the Senate. The conversation also touches on same-day registration and D.C.’s broader effort to make voting accessible.

Closing with Resources and a Call to Vote

Near the end, Monica directs listeners to the Board of Elections website for ranked choice voting videos, sample materials, and visual explanations. She says early voting begins June 8 and runs through June 14, with 25 early vote centers open from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Election Day is June 16, with 75 vote centers open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monica urges voters not to let ranked choice voting stop them from participating and encourages anyone with questions to contact the Board or visit its ranked choice voting lab. Brown closes by emphasizing voting as both a right and an obligation, and the episode ends with Willie Nelson’s “Vote ’Em Out” in honor of Monica’s public-service work.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones

Ranked Choice Voting in D.C.: the New Ballot System
Guest, Monica Holman Evans, Executive Director for The District of Columbia Board of Elections

Michael D. Brown Opens Shadow Politics

In this episode of Shadow Politics, host Former D.C. Shadow Senator Michael D. Brown welcomes co-host Liberty Jones and guest Monica Holman Evans, executive director of the District of Columbia Board of Elections. The conversation focuses on D.C.’s newly implemented ranked choice voting system, which Brown describes as exciting, confusing, and important for voters to understand. Before turning to the mechanics of the system, Brown thanks Monica for joining the program during an already active voting period and notes her long experience in election work.

Why Ranked Choice Voting Came to D.C.

Monica explains that the Board of Elections did not independently decide to implement ranked choice voting. Instead, D.C. voters approved Initiative 83 in the November 2024 general election, with more than 73% voting yes. The D.C. Council then funded implementation in the FY2026 budget. Monica emphasizes that the Board’s job is now to administer the system clearly, educate voters, and make sure people are not discouraged from voting because the process feels unfamiliar.

How Ranked Choice Voting Works

Monica explains that ranked choice voting applies to contests with at least three qualified candidates. In those races, voters may rank up to five candidates in order of preference, but they are not required to rank more than one. A voter can still choose only a first-choice candidate if they wish. Monica stresses that ranking additional candidates does not harm a voter’s first choice because only one vote counts at a time. The purpose of the system is to ensure that the winning candidate receives more than 50% of the vote before being declared the winner.

Elimination Rounds and Second Choices

Brown asks how second-choice votes are counted, and Monica clarifies that second-choice votes are not automatically counted for every voter. If no candidate receives more than 50% in the first round, the candidate with the fewest first-choice votes is eliminated. Then, only the ballots from voters who chose that eliminated candidate are redistributed according to those voters’ next ranked choice. This process continues through tabulation rounds until a candidate crosses the required threshold or the contest is otherwise resolved under the rules.

Why Some Support the Change

Liberty asks why ranked choice voting has gained momentum and what its benefits are supposed to be. Monica explains that the main premise is that candidates should receive majority support rather than winning with a small plurality in crowded races. She says ranked choice voting has already been used in places such as Arlington County, New York, Minneapolis, and Alaska, but D.C.’s rollout is especially broad because it applies to every Board-administered primary, general, and special election contest with at least three qualified candidates, except political party offices.

Voter Education and D.C.’s Unique Rollout

Monica says one of the Board’s biggest challenges is voter education. Many people voted for ranked choice voting without fully understanding how large the implementation would be. She also warns voters not to rely only on outside explanations, because ranked choice voting rules differ by jurisdiction. Monica says the D.C. Board of Elections should be treated as the trusted source for how ranked choice voting works in D.C. She also notes that the Board has already had to correct outside materials that gave inaccurate information.

Preparing Voters Before They Arrive

Monica encourages voters to use the mailed ballot as a voting guide, even if they plan to vote in person. Because ranking candidates can take longer than simply choosing one name, she says voters should study their ballot before arriving at a vote center. The Board expects people may spend more time voting, so preparation can help reduce delays. Monica also says trained site coordinators and informational materials will be available at vote centers to help voters understand the process.

At-Large Races and Candidate Strategy

Brown raises a concern about D.C.’s at-large races, where voters have historically been able to choose more than one candidate. Monica explains that ranked choice voting will change how those races work in the general election, because voters will rank candidates rather than casting two equal votes. Brown says that, as a former candidate, he would likely urge voters to make him their second choice if he could not be their first. Monica notes that ranked choice voting may encourage candidates to partner, ask supporters to rank allied candidates, and avoid excessive negative campaigning because second- and third-choice support can matter.

Mistakes, Overvotes, and Ballot Validity

Brown asks what happens if a voter makes a mistake, such as choosing more than one candidate in the same ranking column. Monica explains that this creates an overvote for that contest at the point of the error. The entire ballot is not thrown out, and earlier valid rankings in that contest may still count. However, once the ballot is cast, the voter does not get a do-over for that contest. This is one reason the Board is emphasizing education, sample ballots, preparation, and on-site assistance.

Mail Ballots, Signature Verification, and Election Trust

The discussion also covers election integrity and public trust. Monica explains that D.C. uses 100% signature verification on returned mail ballots. The Board compares the ballot signature to signatures already in its system from voter registration forms, prior in-person voting, and prior mail ballots. If a signature cannot be verified, the voter is given an opportunity to cure the issue. Monica says this process has also helped identify situations where someone may have tried to return a ballot on behalf of the actual voter.

Access, Same-Day Registration, and Noncitizen Voting

Brown praises D.C. for expanding voter access but also says he believes the city may have gone too far in some areas, including allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections. Monica explains that, as of the broadcast, noncitizens are still able to vote in D.C. local elections, although the U.S. House has passed a bill to roll that back and a companion bill has been introduced in the Senate. The conversation also touches on same-day registration and D.C.’s broader effort to make voting accessible.

Closing with Resources and a Call to Vote

Near the end, Monica directs listeners to the Board of Elections website for ranked choice voting videos, sample materials, and visual explanations. She says early voting begins June 8 and runs through June 14, with 25 early vote centers open from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Election Day is June 16, with 75 vote centers open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monica urges voters not to let ranked choice voting stop them from participating and encourages anyone with questions to contact the Board or visit its ranked choice voting lab. Brown closes by emphasizing voting as both a right and an obligation, and the episode ends with Willie Nelson’s “Vote ’Em Out” in honor of Monica’s public-service work.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones

Ranked Choice Voting in D.C.: the New Ballot System
Guest, Monica Holman Evans, Executive Director for The District of Columbia Board of Elections

Michael D. Brown Opens Shadow Politics

In this episode of Shadow Politics, host Former D.C. Shadow Senator Michael D. Brown welcomes co-host Liberty Jones and guest Monica Holman Evans, executive director of the District of Columbia Board of Elections. The conversation focuses on D.C.’s newly implemented ranked choice voting system, which Brown describes as exciting, confusing, and important for voters to understand. Before turning to the mechanics of the system, Brown thanks Monica for joining the program during an already active voting period and notes her long experience in election work.

Why Ranked Choice Voting Came to D.C.

Monica explains that the Board of Elections did not independently decide to implement ranked choice voting. Instead, D.C. voters approved Initiative 83 in the November 2024 general election, with more than 73% voting yes. The D.C. Council then funded implementation in the FY2026 budget. Monica emphasizes that the Board’s job is now to administer the system clearly, educate voters, and make sure people are not discouraged from voting because the process feels unfamiliar.

How Ranked Choice Voting Works

Monica explains that ranked choice voting applies to contests with at least three qualified candidates. In those races, voters may rank up to five candidates in order of preference, but they are not required to rank more than one. A voter can still choose only a first-choice candidate if they wish. Monica stresses that ranking additional candidates does not harm a voter’s first choice because only one vote counts at a time. The purpose of the system is to ensure that the winning candidate receives more than 50% of the vote before being declared the winner.

Elimination Rounds and Second Choices

Brown asks how second-choice votes are counted, and Monica clarifies that second-choice votes are not automatically counted for every voter. If no candidate receives more than 50% in the first round, the candidate with the fewest first-choice votes is eliminated. Then, only the ballots from voters who chose that eliminated candidate are redistributed according to those voters’ next ranked choice. This process continues through tabulation rounds until a candidate crosses the required threshold or the contest is otherwise resolved under the rules.

Why Some Support the Change

Liberty asks why ranked choice voting has gained momentum and what its benefits are supposed to be. Monica explains that the main premise is that candidates should receive majority support rather than winning with a small plurality in crowded races. She says ranked choice voting has already been used in places such as Arlington County, New York, Minneapolis, and Alaska, but D.C.’s rollout is especially broad because it applies to every Board-administered primary, general, and special election contest with at least three qualified candidates, except political party offices.

Voter Education and D.C.’s Unique Rollout

Monica says one of the Board’s biggest challenges is voter education. Many people voted for ranked choice voting without fully understanding how large the implementation would be. She also warns voters not to rely only on outside explanations, because ranked choice voting rules differ by jurisdiction. Monica says the D.C. Board of Elections should be treated as the trusted source for how ranked choice voting works in D.C. She also notes that the Board has already had to correct outside materials that gave inaccurate information.

Preparing Voters Before They Arrive

Monica encourages voters to use the mailed ballot as a voting guide, even if they plan to vote in person. Because ranking candidates can take longer than simply choosing one name, she says voters should s]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:description><![CDATA[Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones

Ranked Choice Voting in D.C.: the New Ballot System
Guest, Monica Holman Evans, Executive Director for The District of Columbia Board of Elections

Michael D. Brown Opens Shadow Politics

In this episode of Shadow Politics, host Former D.C. Shadow Senator Michael D. Brown welcomes co-host Liberty Jones and guest Monica Holman Evans, executive director of the District of Columbia Board of Elections. The conversation focuses on D.C.’s newly implemented ranked choice voting system, which Brown describes as exciting, confusing, and important for voters to understand. Before turning to the mechanics of the system, Brown thanks Monica for joining the program during an already active voting period and notes her long experience in election work.

Why Ranked Choice Voting Came to D.C.

Monica explains that the Board of Elections did not independently decide to implement ranked choice voting. Instead, D.C. voters approved Initiative 83 in the November 2024 general election, with more than 73% voting yes. The D.C. Council then funded implementation in the FY2026 budget. Monica emphasizes that the Board’s job is now to administer the system clearly, educate voters, and make sure people are not discouraged from voting because the process feels unfamiliar.

How Ranked Choice Voting Works

Monica explains that ranked choice voting applies to contests with at least three qualified candidates. In those races, voters may rank up to five candidates in order of preference, but they are not required to rank more than one. A voter can still choose only a first-choice candidate if they wish. Monica stresses that ranking additional candidates does not harm a voter’s first choice because only one vote counts at a time. The purpose of the system is to ensure that the winning candidate receives more than 50% of the vote before being declared the winner.

Elimination Rounds and Second Choices

Brown asks how second-choice votes are counted, and Monica clarifies that second-choice votes are not automatically counted for every voter. If no candidate receives more than 50% in the first round, the candidate with the fewest first-choice votes is eliminated. Then, only the ballots from voters who chose that eliminated candidate are redistributed according to those voters’ next ranked choice. This process continues through tabulation rounds until a candidate crosses the required threshold or the contest is otherwise resolved under the rules.

Why Some Support the Change

Liberty asks why ranked choice voting has gained momentum and what its benefits are supposed to be. Monica explains that the main premise is that candidates should receive majority support rather than winning with a small plurality in crowded races. She says ranked choice voting has already been used in places such as Arlington County, New York, Minneapolis, and Alaska, but D.C.’s rollout is especially broad because it applies to every Board-administered primary, general, and special election contest with at least three qualified candidates, except political party offices.

Voter Education and D.C.’s Unique Rollout

Monica says one of the Board’s biggest challenges is voter education. Many people voted for ranked choice voting without fully understanding how large the implementation would be. She also warns voters not to rely only on outside explanations, because ranked choice voting rules differ by jurisdiction. Monica says the D.C. Board of Elections should be treated as the trusted source for how ranked choice voting works in D.C. She also notes that the Board has already had to correct outside materials that gave inaccurate information.

Preparing Voters Before They Arrive

Monica encourages voters to use the mailed ballot as a voting guide, even if they plan to vote in person. Because ranking candidates can take longer than simply choosing one name, she says voters should study their ballot before arriving at a vote center. The Board expects people may spend more time voting, so preparation can help reduce delays. Monica also says trained site coordinators and informational materials will be available at vote centers to help voters understand the process.

At-Large Races and Candidate Strategy

Brown raises a concern about D.C.’s at-large races, where voters have historically been able to choose more than one candidate. Monica explains that ranked choice voting will change how those races work in the general election, because voters will rank candidates rather than casting two equal votes. Brown says that, as a former candidate, he would likely urge voters to make him their second choice if he could not be their first. Monica notes that ranked choice voting may encourage candidates to partner, ask supporters to rank allied candidates, and avoid excessive negative campaigning because second- and third-choice support can matter.

Mistakes, Overvotes, and Ballot Validity

Brown asks what happens if a voter makes a mistake, such as choosing more than one candidate in the same ranking column. Monica explains that this creates an overvote for that contest at the point of the error. The entire ballot is not thrown out, and earlier valid rankings in that contest may still count. However, once the ballot is cast, the voter does not get a do-over for that contest. This is one reason the Board is emphasizing education, sample ballots, preparation, and on-site assistance.

Mail Ballots, Signature Verification, and Election Trust

The discussion also covers election integrity and public trust. Monica explains that D.C. uses 100% signature verification on returned mail ballots. The Board compares the ballot signature to signatures already in its system from voter registration forms, prior in-person voting, and prior mail ballots. If a signature cannot be verified, the voter is given an opportunity to cure the issue. Monica says this process has also helped identify situations where someone may have tried to return a ballot on behalf of the actual voter.

Access, Same-Day Registration, and Noncitizen Voting

Brown praises D.C. for expanding voter access but also says he believes the city may have gone too far in some areas, including allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections. Monica explains that, as of the broadcast, noncitizens are still able to vote in D.C. local elections, although the U.S. House has passed a bill to roll that back and a companion bill has been introduced in the Senate. The conversation also touches on same-day registration and D.C.’s broader effort to make voting accessible.

Closing with Resources and a Call to Vote

Near the end, Monica directs listeners to the Board of Elections website for ranked choice voting videos, sample materials, and visual explanations. She says early voting begins June 8 and runs through June 14, with 25 early vote centers open from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Election Day is June 16, with 75 vote centers open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monica urges voters not to let ranked choice voting stop them from participating and encourages anyone with questions to contact the Board or visit its ranked choice voting lab. Brown closes by emphasizing voting as both a right and an obligation, and the episode ends with Willie Nelson’s “Vote ’Em Out” in honor of Monica’s public-service work.]]></media:description>
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        <itunes:title>Spouting Off, May 31, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[Spouting Off with Karen Kataline

Immigration, Western Civilization, Psychiatric Drugs, and Green Energy

Karen Kataline Continues the Alan Nathan Show in Alan’s Memory

In this episode of The Alan Nathan Show / Alan Nathan All-Stars, host Karen Kataline opens by acknowledging the untimely passing of Alan Nathan and explaining that the show continues in his memory and honor. She notes that she and Alan had often done Mondays together and says it is an honor to help continue the program during this transitional period for the Main Street Radio Network. Throughout the episode, Karen frames the broadcast as part of a new chapter while preserving the spirit, name, and tradition of the Alan Nathan All-Stars.

Immigration, Libertarianism, and Sanctuary Policies

Karen’s first guest is the executive director of the Center for Immigration Studies, identified in the transcript as Mark Krikorian or a similar spelling. They discuss immigration enforcement, libertarian arguments for open immigration, and the tension between open borders and a welfare state. Mark argues that libertarians once aligned more closely with conservatives on taxes, regulation, and the size of government, but now often align with the left on questions of sovereignty, borders, and immigration. He cites Milton Friedman’s argument that open immigration and a welfare state cannot coexist and says that while social programs can be tightened, the welfare state is not simply going away.

Chicago, ICE, and Local Non-Cooperation

The discussion then turns to Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois, which Mark describes as sanctuary jurisdictions. He explains that ICE is not asking local police to conduct immigration checks in the street, but to hold criminal suspects who are already arrested and fingerprinted if they are deportable, so ICE can take custody. He argues that sanctuary policies release deportable offenders back into communities and says this especially harms immigrant neighborhoods. Karen and Mark also criticize Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, accusing them of interfering with immigration enforcement and downplaying violence in Chicago.

Karen Reflects on Alan Nathan and the Show’s Transition

After the first interview and intervening ad segments, Karen returns to discuss the show’s transition after Alan Nathan’s death. She encourages listeners to hear the tribute program that aired over the weekend and recalls clips of Alan and his wife Jane from years earlier, describing their on-air chemistry as entertaining, lively, argumentative, and classic talk radio. Karen says it is a sad time for everyone at Main Street Radio Network, but emphasizes that the Alan Nathan Show and Alan Nathan All-Stars tradition will continue.

James Hankins on The Golden Thread and Western Civilization

Karen then welcomes James Hankins, described as a Harvard University historian and co-author of The Golden Thread: A History of the Western Tradition. Hankins explains that the “golden thread” is a metaphor for the Western tradition, and that the book aims to recover the history of Western civilization from the ancient Greeks and Romans through the Middle Ages and into the modern world. He argues that this history has not been properly taught in schools or universities for decades, leaving people without a shared understanding of democracy, republics, communism, socialism, and the meaning of Western civic life.

Communism, Democratic Socialism, and Historical Amnesia

Karen connects the discussion to contemporary politics, warning against Marxism, communism, and democratic socialism. Hankins says many people who call themselves democratic socialists do not understand what the term means or how socialism has operated historically. He argues that adding the word “democratic” does not solve the deeper problem, because socialism has not historically favored democracy. Karen and Hankins agree that many public arguments suffer because people no longer share basic definitions or historical knowledge, especially about the distinction between a republic and a democracy.

Dr. Toby Watson on Psychiatric Drugs and Violence

Later, Karen interviews clinical psychologist Dr. Toby Watson, who says he has worked on research and testimony related to psychiatric medications, including SSRI antidepressants and black-box warning labels. Watson says his work involves outcome research on psychotropic medications and forensic cases where people with no history of violence commit violent or self-destructive acts after taking medication. Karen asks whether antidepressants and psychiatric medications may be contributing to violence, especially in the wake of Columbine-era discussions. Watson answers strongly that SSRIs can increase suicidal thoughts and behavior and says this is acknowledged in FDA black-box warnings.

Akathisia, Political Motives, and Youth Medication

Dr. Watson discusses akathisia, describing it as an inner agitation or restlessness that can make people feel as though they want to crawl out of their skin. He says it can occur with SSRIs and is even more common with antipsychotics. Karen asks whether suppression of this information may be about more than money, suggesting possible political motives. Watson agrees that politics can be involved and argues that children in poverty, especially those connected to Medicaid or Medicare systems, are disproportionately medicated at higher doses even when diagnosis and symptom severity are considered. He also references Anatomy of an Epidemic and argues that long-term psychiatric drug use can contribute to disability and general decline.

Gender Ideology, Violence Profiles, and Dr. Watson’s Cautions

Karen and Watson also discuss social contagion, gender ideology, and political violence. Karen asks about the murder of Charlie Kirk and whether the alleged killer was on psychiatric medication. Watson says he has no direct knowledge and is not involved in that investigation, cautioning that too much misinformation is circulating to make a firm claim. However, he says the suspect fits a known profile for certain kinds of shooters and that, statistically, it would not surprise him if psychiatric medication were involved. Karen closes the short segment by inviting Watson back and directing listeners to his work online.

Steve Goreham / Gorham on Green Energy and Rising Electricity Prices

Karen closes the show with Steve Goreham or Steve Gorham, described as executive director of the Climate Science Coalition of America and author of Green Breakdown: The Coming Renewable Energy Failure. The conversation focuses on rising electricity prices, renewable energy policies, and what Karen calls the “green new scam.” Steve argues that expensive electricity increases are concentrated in blue states that have pursued aggressive green policies, naming California, Maine, New York, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. He contrasts those with states such as Georgia, Florida, Texas, and Missouri, which he says rely more on natural gas or coal and have seen smaller increases.

AI, Data Centers, Pipelines, and Energy Reality

Steve argues that green-energy policies are running into the reality of rising electricity demand, especially from artificial intelligence and data centers built by companies such as Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon. He says AI-related electricity demand requires constant 24-hour power and cannot be reliably supported by wind and solar alone. Karen and Steve also discuss the Keystone pipeline, New York pipeline politics, natural gas constraints in New England, offshore wind leverage, and the role of Trump administration energy policy. Steve closes by directing listeners to his book Green Breakdown and website.

Closing the New Chapter of the Alan Nathan All-Stars

Karen ends the show by saying the Alan Nathan All-Stars are heading into a new chapter, but with Alan Nathan still serving as the program’s guiding star. The episode as a whole blends remembrance of Alan with Karen’s political and cultural commentary, moving through immigration enforcement, Western civilization, psychiatric drugs, gender ideology, energy policy, and the future of American public debate.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Spouting Off with Karen Kataline

Immigration, Western Civilization, Psychiatric Drugs, and Green Energy

Karen Kataline Continues the Alan Nathan Show in Alan’s Memory

In this episode of The Alan Nathan Show / Alan Nathan All-Stars, host Karen Kataline opens by acknowledging the untimely passing of Alan Nathan and explaining that the show continues in his memory and honor. She notes that she and Alan had often done Mondays together and says it is an honor to help continue the program during this transitional period for the Main Street Radio Network. Throughout the episode, Karen frames the broadcast as part of a new chapter while preserving the spirit, name, and tradition of the Alan Nathan All-Stars.

Immigration, Libertarianism, and Sanctuary Policies

Karen’s first guest is the executive director of the Center for Immigration Studies, identified in the transcript as Mark Krikorian or a similar spelling. They discuss immigration enforcement, libertarian arguments for open immigration, and the tension between open borders and a welfare state. Mark argues that libertarians once aligned more closely with conservatives on taxes, regulation, and the size of government, but now often align with the left on questions of sovereignty, borders, and immigration. He cites Milton Friedman’s argument that open immigration and a welfare state cannot coexist and says that while social programs can be tightened, the welfare state is not simply going away.

Chicago, ICE, and Local Non-Cooperation

The discussion then turns to Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois, which Mark describes as sanctuary jurisdictions. He explains that ICE is not asking local police to conduct immigration checks in the street, but to hold criminal suspects who are already arrested and fingerprinted if they are deportable, so ICE can take custody. He argues that sanctuary policies release deportable offenders back into communities and says this especially harms immigrant neighborhoods. Karen and Mark also criticize Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, accusing them of interfering with immigration enforcement and downplaying violence in Chicago.

Karen Reflects on Alan Nathan and the Show’s Transition

After the first interview and intervening ad segments, Karen returns to discuss the show’s transition after Alan Nathan’s death. She encourages listeners to hear the tribute program that aired over the weekend and recalls clips of Alan and his wife Jane from years earlier, describing their on-air chemistry as entertaining, lively, argumentative, and classic talk radio. Karen says it is a sad time for everyone at Main Street Radio Network, but emphasizes that the Alan Nathan Show and Alan Nathan All-Stars tradition will continue.

James Hankins on The Golden Thread and Western Civilization

Karen then welcomes James Hankins, described as a Harvard University historian and co-author of The Golden Thread: A History of the Western Tradition. Hankins explains that the “golden thread” is a metaphor for the Western tradition, and that the book aims to recover the history of Western civilization from the ancient Greeks and Romans through the Middle Ages and into the modern world. He argues that this history has not been properly taught in schools or universities for decades, leaving people without a shared understanding of democracy, republics, communism, socialism, and the meaning of Western civic life.

Communism, Democratic Socialism, and Historical Amnesia

Karen connects the discussion to contemporary politics, warning against Marxism, communism, and democratic socialism. Hankins says many people who call themselves democratic socialists do not understand what the term means or how socialism has operated historically. He argues that adding the word “democratic” does not solve the deeper problem, because socialism has not historically favored democracy. Karen and Hankins agree that many public arguments suffer because people no longer share basic definitions or historical knowledge, especially about the distinction between a republic and a democracy.

Dr. Toby Watson on Psychiatric Drugs and Violence

Later, Karen interviews clinical psychologist Dr. Toby Watson, who says he has worked on research and testimony related to psychiatric medications, including SSRI antidepressants and black-box warning labels. Watson says his work involves outcome research on psychotropic medications and forensic cases where people with no history of violence commit violent or self-destructive acts after taking medication. Karen asks whether antidepressants and psychiatric medications may be contributing to violence, especially in the wake of Columbine-era discussions. Watson answers strongly that SSRIs can increase suicidal thoughts and behavior and says this is acknowledged in FDA black-box warnings.

Akathisia, Political Motives, and Youth Medication

Dr. Watson discusses akathisia, describing it as an inner agitation or restlessness that can make people feel as though they want to crawl out of their skin. He says it can occur with SSRIs and is even more common with antipsychotics. Karen asks whether suppression of this information may be about more than money, suggesting possible political motives. Watson agrees that politics can be involved and argues that children in poverty, especially those connected to Medicaid or Medicare systems, are disproportionately medicated at higher doses even when diagnosis and symptom severity are considered. He also references Anatomy of an Epidemic and argues that long-term psychiatric drug use can contribute to disability and general decline.

Gender Ideology, Violence Profiles, and Dr. Watson’s Cautions

Karen and Watson also discuss social contagion, gender ideology, and political violence. Karen asks about the murder of Charlie Kirk and whether the alleged killer was on psychiatric medication. Watson says he has no direct knowledge and is not involved in that investigation, cautioning that too much misinformation is circulating to make a firm claim. However, he says the suspect fits a known profile for certain kinds of shooters and that, statistically, it would not surprise him if psychiatric medication were involved. Karen closes the short segment by inviting Watson back and directing listeners to his work online.

Steve Goreham / Gorham on Green Energy and Rising Electricity Prices

Karen closes the show with Steve Goreham or Steve Gorham, described as executive director of the Climate Science Coalition of America and author of Green Breakdown: The Coming Renewable Energy Failure. The conversation focuses on rising electricity prices, renewable energy policies, and what Karen calls the “green new scam.” Steve argues that expensive electricity increases are concentrated in blue states that have pursued aggressive green policies, naming California, Maine, New York, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. He contrasts those with states such as Georgia, Florida, Texas, and Missouri, which he says rely more on natural gas or coal and have seen smaller increases.

AI, Data Centers, Pipelines, and Energy Reality

Steve argues that green-energy policies are running into the reality of rising electricity demand, especially from artificial intelligence and data centers built by companies such as Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon. He says AI-related electricity demand requires constant 24-hour power and cannot be reliably supported by wind and solar alone. Karen and Steve also discuss the Keystone pipeline, New York pipeline politics, natural gas constraints in New England, offshore wind leverage, and the role of Trump administration energy policy. Steve closes by directing listeners to his book Green Breakdown and website.

Closing the New Chapter of the Alan Nathan All-Stars

Karen ends the show by saying the Alan Nathan All-Stars are heading into a new chapter, but with Alan Nathan still serving as the program’s guiding star. The episode as a whole blends remembrance of Alan with Karen’s political and cultural commentary, moving through immigration enforcement, Western civilization, psychiatric drugs, gender ideology, energy policy, and the future of American public debate.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Spouting Off with Karen Kataline

Immigration, Western Civilization, Psychiatric Drugs, and Green Energy

Karen Kataline Continues the Alan Nathan Show in Alan’s Memory

In this episode of The Alan Nathan Show / Alan Nathan All-Stars, host Karen Kataline opens by acknowledging the untimely passing of Alan Nathan and explaining that the show continues in his memory and honor. She notes that she and Alan had often done Mondays together and says it is an honor to help continue the program during this transitional period for the Main Street Radio Network. Throughout the episode, Karen frames the broadcast as part of a new chapter while preserving the spirit, name, and tradition of the Alan Nathan All-Stars.

Immigration, Libertarianism, and Sanctuary Policies

Karen’s first guest is the executive director of the Center for Immigration Studies, identified in the transcript as Mark Krikorian or a similar spelling. They discuss immigration enforcement, libertarian arguments for open immigration, and the tension between open borders and a welfare state. Mark argues that libertarians once aligned more closely with conservatives on taxes, regulation, and the size of government, but now often align with the left on questions of sovereignty, borders, and immigration. He cites Milton Friedman’s argument that open immigration and a welfare state cannot coexist and says that while social programs can be tightened, the welfare state is not simply going away.

Chicago, ICE, and Local Non-Cooperation

The discussion then turns to Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois, which Mark describes as sanctuary jurisdictions. He explains that ICE is not asking local police to conduct immigration checks in the street, but to hold criminal suspects who are already arrested and fingerprinted if they are deportable, so ICE can take custody. He argues that sanctuary policies release deportable offenders back into communities and says this especially harms immigrant neighborhoods. Karen and Mark also criticize Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, accusing them of interfering with immigration enforcement and downplaying violence in Chicago.

Karen Reflects on Alan Nathan and the Show’s Transition

After the first interview and intervening ad segments, Karen returns to discuss the show’s transition after Alan Nathan’s death. She encourages listeners to hear the tribute program that aired over the weekend and recalls clips of Alan and his wife Jane from years earlier, describing their on-air chemistry as entertaining, lively, argumentative, and classic talk radio. Karen says it is a sad time for everyone at Main Street Radio Network, but emphasizes that the Alan Nathan Show and Alan Nathan All-Stars tradition will continue.

James Hankins on The Golden Thread and Western Civilization

Karen then welcomes James Hankins, described as a Harvard University historian and co-author of The Golden Thread: A History of the Western Tradition. Hankins explains that the “golden thread” is a metaphor for the Western tradition, and that the book aims to recover the history of Western civilization from the ancient Greeks and Romans through the Middle Ages and into the modern world. He argues that this history has not been properly taught in schools or universities for decades, leaving people without a shared understanding of democracy, republics, communism, socialism, and the meaning of Western civic life.

Communism, Democratic Socialism, and Historical Amnesia

Karen connects the discussion to contemporary politics, warning against Marxism, communism, and democratic socialism. Hankins says many people who call themselves democratic socialists do not understand what the term means or how socialism has operated historically. He argues that adding the word “democratic” does not solve the deeper problem, because socialism has not historically favored democracy. Karen and Hankins agree that many public argume]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:description><![CDATA[Spouting Off with Karen Kataline

Immigration, Western Civilization, Psychiatric Drugs, and Green Energy

Karen Kataline Continues the Alan Nathan Show in Alan’s Memory

In this episode of The Alan Nathan Show / Alan Nathan All-Stars, host Karen Kataline opens by acknowledging the untimely passing of Alan Nathan and explaining that the show continues in his memory and honor. She notes that she and Alan had often done Mondays together and says it is an honor to help continue the program during this transitional period for the Main Street Radio Network. Throughout the episode, Karen frames the broadcast as part of a new chapter while preserving the spirit, name, and tradition of the Alan Nathan All-Stars.

Immigration, Libertarianism, and Sanctuary Policies

Karen’s first guest is the executive director of the Center for Immigration Studies, identified in the transcript as Mark Krikorian or a similar spelling. They discuss immigration enforcement, libertarian arguments for open immigration, and the tension between open borders and a welfare state. Mark argues that libertarians once aligned more closely with conservatives on taxes, regulation, and the size of government, but now often align with the left on questions of sovereignty, borders, and immigration. He cites Milton Friedman’s argument that open immigration and a welfare state cannot coexist and says that while social programs can be tightened, the welfare state is not simply going away.

Chicago, ICE, and Local Non-Cooperation

The discussion then turns to Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois, which Mark describes as sanctuary jurisdictions. He explains that ICE is not asking local police to conduct immigration checks in the street, but to hold criminal suspects who are already arrested and fingerprinted if they are deportable, so ICE can take custody. He argues that sanctuary policies release deportable offenders back into communities and says this especially harms immigrant neighborhoods. Karen and Mark also criticize Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, accusing them of interfering with immigration enforcement and downplaying violence in Chicago.

Karen Reflects on Alan Nathan and the Show’s Transition

After the first interview and intervening ad segments, Karen returns to discuss the show’s transition after Alan Nathan’s death. She encourages listeners to hear the tribute program that aired over the weekend and recalls clips of Alan and his wife Jane from years earlier, describing their on-air chemistry as entertaining, lively, argumentative, and classic talk radio. Karen says it is a sad time for everyone at Main Street Radio Network, but emphasizes that the Alan Nathan Show and Alan Nathan All-Stars tradition will continue.

James Hankins on The Golden Thread and Western Civilization

Karen then welcomes James Hankins, described as a Harvard University historian and co-author of The Golden Thread: A History of the Western Tradition. Hankins explains that the “golden thread” is a metaphor for the Western tradition, and that the book aims to recover the history of Western civilization from the ancient Greeks and Romans through the Middle Ages and into the modern world. He argues that this history has not been properly taught in schools or universities for decades, leaving people without a shared understanding of democracy, republics, communism, socialism, and the meaning of Western civic life.

Communism, Democratic Socialism, and Historical Amnesia

Karen connects the discussion to contemporary politics, warning against Marxism, communism, and democratic socialism. Hankins says many people who call themselves democratic socialists do not understand what the term means or how socialism has operated historically. He argues that adding the word “democratic” does not solve the deeper problem, because socialism has not historically favored democracy. Karen and Hankins agree that many public arguments suffer because people no longer share basic definitions or historical knowledge, especially about the distinction between a republic and a democracy.

Dr. Toby Watson on Psychiatric Drugs and Violence

Later, Karen interviews clinical psychologist Dr. Toby Watson, who says he has worked on research and testimony related to psychiatric medications, including SSRI antidepressants and black-box warning labels. Watson says his work involves outcome research on psychotropic medications and forensic cases where people with no history of violence commit violent or self-destructive acts after taking medication. Karen asks whether antidepressants and psychiatric medications may be contributing to violence, especially in the wake of Columbine-era discussions. Watson answers strongly that SSRIs can increase suicidal thoughts and behavior and says this is acknowledged in FDA black-box warnings.

Akathisia, Political Motives, and Youth Medication

Dr. Watson discusses akathisia, describing it as an inner agitation or restlessness that can make people feel as though they want to crawl out of their skin. He says it can occur with SSRIs and is even more common with antipsychotics. Karen asks whether suppression of this information may be about more than money, suggesting possible political motives. Watson agrees that politics can be involved and argues that children in poverty, especially those connected to Medicaid or Medicare systems, are disproportionately medicated at higher doses even when diagnosis and symptom severity are considered. He also references Anatomy of an Epidemic and argues that long-term psychiatric drug use can contribute to disability and general decline.

Gender Ideology, Violence Profiles, and Dr. Watson’s Cautions

Karen and Watson also discuss social contagion, gender ideology, and political violence. Karen asks about the murder of Charlie Kirk and whether the alleged killer was on psychiatric medication. Watson says he has no direct knowledge and is not involved in that investigation, cautioning that too much misinformation is circulating to make a firm claim. However, he says the suspect fits a known profile for certain kinds of shooters and that, statistically, it would not surprise him if psychiatric medication were involved. Karen closes the short segment by inviting Watson back and directing listeners to his work online.

Steve Goreham / Gorham on Green Energy and Rising Electricity Prices

Karen closes the show with Steve Goreham or Steve Gorham, described as executive director of the Climate Science Coalition of America and author of Green Breakdown: The Coming Renewable Energy Failure. The conversation focuses on rising electricity prices, renewable energy policies, and what Karen calls the “green new scam.” Steve argues that expensive electricity increases are concentrated in blue states that have pursued aggressive green policies, naming California, Maine, New York, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. He contrasts those with states such as Georgia, Florida, Texas, and Missouri, which he says rely more on natural gas or coal and have seen smaller increases.

AI, Data Centers, Pipelines, and Energy Reality

Steve argues that green-energy policies are running into the reality of rising electricity demand, especially from artificial intelligence and data centers built by companies such as Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon. He says AI-related electricity demand requires constant 24-hour power and cannot be reliably supported by wind and solar alone. Karen and Steve also discuss the Keystone pipeline, New York pipeline politics, natural gas constraints in New England, offshore wind leverage, and the role of Trump administration energy policy. Steve closes by directing listeners to his book Green Breakdown and website.

Closing the New Chapter of the Alan Nathan All-Stars

Karen ends the show by saying the Alan Nathan All-Stars are heading into a new chapter, but with Alan Nathan still serving as the program’s guiding star. The episode as a whole blends remembrance of Alan with Karen’s political and cultural commentary, moving through immigration enforcement, Western civilization, psychiatric drugs, gender ideology, energy policy, and the future of American public debate.]]></media:description>
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        <description><![CDATA[Bible News Prophecy with Dr Bob Thiel

Biblical Morality, Sexual Health, and the Consequences of Departing from God’s Laws
Continuing Church Of God 47

Steve Dupuis Introduces the Bible News Prophecy Program

In this episode of the Bible News Prophecy program, presented by the Continuing Church of God, host Steve Dupuis speaks with Dr. Bob Thiel about sexually transmitted infections and biblical morality. Steve opens by recalling the “make love, not war” slogan from the Vietnam War era and asks how that cultural shift has worked out. Dr. Thiel responds by pointing to increases in sexually transmitted infections, particularly gonorrhea and syphilis, and frames those increases as a consequence of societies departing from the laws of God and the Bible.

Rising STI Rates and Public-Health Concerns

Dr. Thiel references a recent BBC report based on data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, saying gonorrhea had increased sharply since 2015 and syphilis had more than doubled. He notes that these infections can cause serious complications, including chronic pain, infertility, heart problems, nervous-system problems, and, in some cases, blindness. He also says men who have sex with men remain disproportionately affected by gonorrhea and syphilis. Dr. Thiel uses these reports to argue that sexual conduct has health consequences.

Exodus, Disease, and Obedience

Dr. Thiel connects the topic to Exodus 15:26, where God promises not to place on Israel the diseases brought on Egypt if the people diligently obey Him, do what is right, and keep His commandments. He argues that sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea existed in ancient Egypt and that God’s promise suggests disease can be tied to sin and disobedience. In his view, if people followed biblical sexual morality, sexually transmitted infections would not spread through illicit sexual behavior.

Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and Medical Complications

The discussion then turns to how these infections can appear and what they can cause. Dr. Thiel says gonorrhea may have no symptoms, though burning during urination is one common sign, and he says untreated gonorrhea can lead to infertility, pelvic pain, and increased risk of HIV. He explains that syphilis may begin with sores in the genital, rectal, or oral area and can later progress into rashes, fever, hair loss, aches, weight loss, and serious damage involving the heart, blood vessels, and nervous system. He also notes that syphilis can lead to blindness.

New Testament Warnings Against Sexual Immorality

Dr. Thiel cites several New Testament passages to support his argument, including 1 Corinthians 6, where Paul warns against fornication, adultery, homosexuality, and sodomy, and says that sexual immorality is a sin against one’s own body. He also references 1 Corinthians 10, where Paul uses Israel’s sins as examples for later believers. Dr. Thiel says these biblical warnings should be taken seriously because, in his view, sexual immorality produces both spiritual and physical harm.

Romans 1 and Conduct Against Nature

Dr. Thiel also reads from Romans 1, where Paul describes people exchanging the truth of God for a lie and being given over to dishonorable passions. He applies this passage to same-sex sexual behavior and sexually transmitted infections, arguing that the “penalty” described by Paul can include physical consequences such as STIs. Because some of these passages are culturally controversial, Dr. Thiel emphasizes that he is reading from the Bible and presenting biblical teaching rather than modern social consensus.

Marriage, Male and Female, and Jesus’ Teaching

The program also discusses Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 19, where Jesus says that God made humans male and female and that a man shall leave father and mother and be joined to his wife. Dr. Thiel uses this passage to argue that sexual relations belong only within marriage between a man and a woman. He also cites Jesus’ warning in Matthew 5 that looking with lust is already adultery in the heart, saying believers should avoid even moving close to sexual sin.

Biblical Morality as Prevention

Dr. Thiel argues that the only certain way to avoid sexually transmitted infections is to avoid vaginal, anal, or oral sex outside of a faithful marriage between two people who have not had other sexual partners. He says that if a husband and wife have only been with each other, they do not need to fear contracting an STI through each other. He contrasts biblical love with lust and says that following God’s design leads to a healthier and more abundant life.

Closing Message and Resources

Steve Dupuis closes by thanking Dr. Bob Thiel and directing listeners to BibleNewsProphecy.net for more interviews, written material, and audio articles. The program ends with information about the Continuing Church of God, including its website, free literature, and email contact. The episode’s overall message is that sexual immorality, as defined by the hosts’ biblical interpretation, leads to spiritual and physical consequences, while biblical obedience offers protection and a path toward healthier living.]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Bible News Prophecy with Dr Bob Thiel

Biblical Morality, Sexual Health, and the Consequences of Departing from God’s Laws
Continuing Church Of God 47

Steve Dupuis Introduces the Bible News Prophecy Program

In this episode of the Bible News Prophecy program, presented by the Continuing Church of God, host Steve Dupuis speaks with Dr. Bob Thiel about sexually transmitted infections and biblical morality. Steve opens by recalling the “make love, not war” slogan from the Vietnam War era and asks how that cultural shift has worked out. Dr. Thiel responds by pointing to increases in sexually transmitted infections, particularly gonorrhea and syphilis, and frames those increases as a consequence of societies departing from the laws of God and the Bible.

Rising STI Rates and Public-Health Concerns

Dr. Thiel references a recent BBC report based on data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, saying gonorrhea had increased sharply since 2015 and syphilis had more than doubled. He notes that these infections can cause serious complications, including chronic pain, infertility, heart problems, nervous-system problems, and, in some cases, blindness. He also says men who have sex with men remain disproportionately affected by gonorrhea and syphilis. Dr. Thiel uses these reports to argue that sexual conduct has health consequences.

Exodus, Disease, and Obedience

Dr. Thiel connects the topic to Exodus 15:26, where God promises not to place on Israel the diseases brought on Egypt if the people diligently obey Him, do what is right, and keep His commandments. He argues that sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea existed in ancient Egypt and that God’s promise suggests disease can be tied to sin and disobedience. In his view, if people followed biblical sexual morality, sexually transmitted infections would not spread through illicit sexual behavior.

Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and Medical Complications

The discussion then turns to how these infections can appear and what they can cause. Dr. Thiel says gonorrhea may have no symptoms, though burning during urination is one common sign, and he says untreated gonorrhea can lead to infertility, pelvic pain, and increased risk of HIV. He explains that syphilis may begin with sores in the genital, rectal, or oral area and can later progress into rashes, fever, hair loss, aches, weight loss, and serious damage involving the heart, blood vessels, and nervous system. He also notes that syphilis can lead to blindness.

New Testament Warnings Against Sexual Immorality

Dr. Thiel cites several New Testament passages to support his argument, including 1 Corinthians 6, where Paul warns against fornication, adultery, homosexuality, and sodomy, and says that sexual immorality is a sin against one’s own body. He also references 1 Corinthians 10, where Paul uses Israel’s sins as examples for later believers. Dr. Thiel says these biblical warnings should be taken seriously because, in his view, sexual immorality produces both spiritual and physical harm.

Romans 1 and Conduct Against Nature

Dr. Thiel also reads from Romans 1, where Paul describes people exchanging the truth of God for a lie and being given over to dishonorable passions. He applies this passage to same-sex sexual behavior and sexually transmitted infections, arguing that the “penalty” described by Paul can include physical consequences such as STIs. Because some of these passages are culturally controversial, Dr. Thiel emphasizes that he is reading from the Bible and presenting biblical teaching rather than modern social consensus.

Marriage, Male and Female, and Jesus’ Teaching

The program also discusses Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 19, where Jesus says that God made humans male and female and that a man shall leave father and mother and be joined to his wife. Dr. Thiel uses this passage to argue that sexual relations belong only within marriage between a man and a woman. He also cites Jesus’ warning in Matthew 5 that looking with lust is already adultery in the heart, saying believers should avoid even moving close to sexual sin.

Biblical Morality as Prevention

Dr. Thiel argues that the only certain way to avoid sexually transmitted infections is to avoid vaginal, anal, or oral sex outside of a faithful marriage between two people who have not had other sexual partners. He says that if a husband and wife have only been with each other, they do not need to fear contracting an STI through each other. He contrasts biblical love with lust and says that following God’s design leads to a healthier and more abundant life.

Closing Message and Resources

Steve Dupuis closes by thanking Dr. Bob Thiel and directing listeners to BibleNewsProphecy.net for more interviews, written material, and audio articles. The program ends with information about the Continuing Church of God, including its website, free literature, and email contact. The episode’s overall message is that sexual immorality, as defined by the hosts’ biblical interpretation, leads to spiritual and physical consequences, while biblical obedience offers protection and a path toward healthier living.]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Bible News Prophecy with Dr Bob Thiel

Biblical Morality, Sexual Health, and the Consequences of Departing from God’s Laws
Continuing Church Of God 47

Steve Dupuis Introduces the Bible News Prophecy Program

In this episode of the Bible News Prophecy program, presented by the Continuing Church of God, host Steve Dupuis speaks with Dr. Bob Thiel about sexually transmitted infections and biblical morality. Steve opens by recalling the “make love, not war” slogan from the Vietnam War era and asks how that cultural shift has worked out. Dr. Thiel responds by pointing to increases in sexually transmitted infections, particularly gonorrhea and syphilis, and frames those increases as a consequence of societies departing from the laws of God and the Bible.

Rising STI Rates and Public-Health Concerns

Dr. Thiel references a recent BBC report based on data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, saying gonorrhea had increased sharply since 2015 and syphilis had more than doubled. He notes that these infections can cause serious complications, including chronic pain, infertility, heart problems, nervous-system problems, and, in some cases, blindness. He also says men who have sex with men remain disproportionately affected by gonorrhea and syphilis. Dr. Thiel uses these reports to argue that sexual conduct has health consequences.

Exodus, Disease, and Obedience

Dr. Thiel connects the topic to Exodus 15:26, where God promises not to place on Israel the diseases brought on Egypt if the people diligently obey Him, do what is right, and keep His commandments. He argues that sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea existed in ancient Egypt and that God’s promise suggests disease can be tied to sin and disobedience. In his view, if people followed biblical sexual morality, sexually transmitted infections would not spread through illicit sexual behavior.

Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and Medical Complications

The discussion then turns to how these infections can appear and what they can cause. Dr. Thiel says gonorrhea may have no symptoms, though burning during urination is one common sign, and he says untreated gonorrhea can lead to infertility, pelvic pain, and increased risk of HIV. He explains that syphilis may begin with sores in the genital, rectal, or oral area and can later progress into rashes, fever, hair loss, aches, weight loss, and serious damage involving the heart, blood vessels, and nervous system. He also notes that syphilis can lead to blindness.

New Testament Warnings Against Sexual Immorality

Dr. Thiel cites several New Testament passages to support his argument, including 1 Corinthians 6, where Paul warns against fornication, adultery, homosexuality, and sodomy, and says that sexual immorality is a sin against one’s own body. He also references 1 Corinthians 10, where Paul uses Israel’s sins as examples for later believers. Dr. Thiel says these biblical warnings should be taken seriously because, in his view, sexual immorality produces both spiritual and physical harm.

Romans 1 and Conduct Against Nature

Dr. Thiel also reads from Romans 1, where Paul describes people exchanging the truth of God for a lie and being given over to dishonorable passions. He applies this passage to same-sex sexual behavior and sexually transmitted infections, arguing that the “penalty” described by Paul can include physical consequences such as STIs. Because some of these passages are culturally controversial, Dr. Thiel emphasizes that he is reading from the Bible and presenting biblical teaching rather than modern social consensus.

Marriage, Male and Female, and Jesus’ Teaching

The program also discusses Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 19, where Jesus says that God made humans male and female and that a man shall leave father and mother and be joined to his wife. Dr. Thiel uses this passage to argue that sexual relations belong only within marriage between a man and ]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:description><![CDATA[Bible News Prophecy with Dr Bob Thiel

Biblical Morality, Sexual Health, and the Consequences of Departing from God’s Laws
Continuing Church Of God 47

Steve Dupuis Introduces the Bible News Prophecy Program

In this episode of the Bible News Prophecy program, presented by the Continuing Church of God, host Steve Dupuis speaks with Dr. Bob Thiel about sexually transmitted infections and biblical morality. Steve opens by recalling the “make love, not war” slogan from the Vietnam War era and asks how that cultural shift has worked out. Dr. Thiel responds by pointing to increases in sexually transmitted infections, particularly gonorrhea and syphilis, and frames those increases as a consequence of societies departing from the laws of God and the Bible.

Rising STI Rates and Public-Health Concerns

Dr. Thiel references a recent BBC report based on data from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, saying gonorrhea had increased sharply since 2015 and syphilis had more than doubled. He notes that these infections can cause serious complications, including chronic pain, infertility, heart problems, nervous-system problems, and, in some cases, blindness. He also says men who have sex with men remain disproportionately affected by gonorrhea and syphilis. Dr. Thiel uses these reports to argue that sexual conduct has health consequences.

Exodus, Disease, and Obedience

Dr. Thiel connects the topic to Exodus 15:26, where God promises not to place on Israel the diseases brought on Egypt if the people diligently obey Him, do what is right, and keep His commandments. He argues that sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea existed in ancient Egypt and that God’s promise suggests disease can be tied to sin and disobedience. In his view, if people followed biblical sexual morality, sexually transmitted infections would not spread through illicit sexual behavior.

Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and Medical Complications

The discussion then turns to how these infections can appear and what they can cause. Dr. Thiel says gonorrhea may have no symptoms, though burning during urination is one common sign, and he says untreated gonorrhea can lead to infertility, pelvic pain, and increased risk of HIV. He explains that syphilis may begin with sores in the genital, rectal, or oral area and can later progress into rashes, fever, hair loss, aches, weight loss, and serious damage involving the heart, blood vessels, and nervous system. He also notes that syphilis can lead to blindness.

New Testament Warnings Against Sexual Immorality

Dr. Thiel cites several New Testament passages to support his argument, including 1 Corinthians 6, where Paul warns against fornication, adultery, homosexuality, and sodomy, and says that sexual immorality is a sin against one’s own body. He also references 1 Corinthians 10, where Paul uses Israel’s sins as examples for later believers. Dr. Thiel says these biblical warnings should be taken seriously because, in his view, sexual immorality produces both spiritual and physical harm.

Romans 1 and Conduct Against Nature

Dr. Thiel also reads from Romans 1, where Paul describes people exchanging the truth of God for a lie and being given over to dishonorable passions. He applies this passage to same-sex sexual behavior and sexually transmitted infections, arguing that the “penalty” described by Paul can include physical consequences such as STIs. Because some of these passages are culturally controversial, Dr. Thiel emphasizes that he is reading from the Bible and presenting biblical teaching rather than modern social consensus.

Marriage, Male and Female, and Jesus’ Teaching

The program also discusses Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 19, where Jesus says that God made humans male and female and that a man shall leave father and mother and be joined to his wife. Dr. Thiel uses this passage to argue that sexual relations belong only within marriage between a man and a woman. He also cites Jesus’ warning in Matthew 5 that looking with lust is already adultery in the heart, saying believers should avoid even moving close to sexual sin.

Biblical Morality as Prevention

Dr. Thiel argues that the only certain way to avoid sexually transmitted infections is to avoid vaginal, anal, or oral sex outside of a faithful marriage between two people who have not had other sexual partners. He says that if a husband and wife have only been with each other, they do not need to fear contracting an STI through each other. He contrasts biblical love with lust and says that following God’s design leads to a healthier and more abundant life.

Closing Message and Resources

Steve Dupuis closes by thanking Dr. Bob Thiel and directing listeners to BibleNewsProphecy.net for more interviews, written material, and audio articles. The program ends with information about the Continuing Church of God, including its website, free literature, and email contact. The episode’s overall message is that sexual immorality, as defined by the hosts’ biblical interpretation, leads to spiritual and physical consequences, while biblical obedience offers protection and a path toward healthier living.]]></media:description>
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        <title>Dare To Dream, May 31, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>Dare To Dream, May 31, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dare To Dream with Debbi Dachinger

Marie Major: Time Isn't a Line — It's a Spiral &#x26; You Can Jump to a Higher One Right Now

What if time isn't moving forward — it's spiraling, and you can consciously shift into a higher timeline right now? Stargate channel and cosmic consciousness guide Marie Major joins Debbi Dachinger to reveal how the subconscious mind quietly shapes your reality, why Lemuria and Atlantis hold the blueprint for what's unfolding on Earth today, and how the 12 primary Stargates are awakening as humanity remembers. From oversouls traveling together across dream time to healing past life wounds in Atlantis and Lemuria, Marie delivers one of the most expansive and grounded transmissions on cosmic time, manifestation, and the architecture of the new Earth. The spiral is calling. Are you ready to remember?

Topics:

– Time as a spiral: why this changes everything
– How your subconscious mind is quietly running your reality
– Repeated patterns &#x26; emotional loops tied to past soul timelines
– Why humanity is remembering — not just awakening
– Timeline jumping: how a single moment of love shifts your frequency
– Marie's origin story: Hungary, nature, Abraham Hicks &#x26; channeling
– What is a Stargate? Portals, chakras &#x26; Earth's 12 primary gates
– The 12 Stargates named: Shasta, Telos, Egypt, Bali, Antarctica &#x26; more
– Antarctica, Iran &#x26; Hawaii: the three gates calling loudest right now
– Lemuria vs. Atlantis: feminine vs. masculine &#x26; why both fell
– Oversouls, dream time activations &#x26; traveling while you sleep
– The new Earth frequency: what it feels like &#x26; how to align with it
– Marie's books, programs &#x26; what's next

ABOUT THE GUEST: MARIE MAJOR
Marie Major is a cosmic consciousness guide, Stargate channel, author, and intuitive whose work bridges spiral time theory, Akashic records, Lemuria, Atlantis, and the energetic architecture of the new Earth. Born and raised in Vancouver, Canada with Hungarian roots steeped in energy work and divination, Marie has channeled transmissions from the 12 primary Stargates of Earth and is dedicated to helping humanity consciously shift timelines, heal soul-level wounds, and return to the ancient frequency of unity and love. She is the author of Looking Beyond What Is, Looking Beyond the Tides of Time, and several children's meditation books — with her next work focused on Stargates and what they're ready to teach us.

Website: https://www.mariemajor.love/
Instagram &#x26; TikTok: @MarieMajor
YouTube: ‪@marie_major‬ 
Books: Available on mariemajor.love &#x26; bookshop.org]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Dare To Dream with Debbi Dachinger

Marie Major: Time Isn't a Line — It's a Spiral &#x26; You Can Jump to a Higher One Right Now

What if time isn't moving forward — it's spiraling, and you can consciously shift into a higher timeline right now? Stargate channel and cosmic consciousness guide Marie Major joins Debbi Dachinger to reveal how the subconscious mind quietly shapes your reality, why Lemuria and Atlantis hold the blueprint for what's unfolding on Earth today, and how the 12 primary Stargates are awakening as humanity remembers. From oversouls traveling together across dream time to healing past life wounds in Atlantis and Lemuria, Marie delivers one of the most expansive and grounded transmissions on cosmic time, manifestation, and the architecture of the new Earth. The spiral is calling. Are you ready to remember?

Topics:

– Time as a spiral: why this changes everything
– How your subconscious mind is quietly running your reality
– Repeated patterns &#x26; emotional loops tied to past soul timelines
– Why humanity is remembering — not just awakening
– Timeline jumping: how a single moment of love shifts your frequency
– Marie's origin story: Hungary, nature, Abraham Hicks &#x26; channeling
– What is a Stargate? Portals, chakras &#x26; Earth's 12 primary gates
– The 12 Stargates named: Shasta, Telos, Egypt, Bali, Antarctica &#x26; more
– Antarctica, Iran &#x26; Hawaii: the three gates calling loudest right now
– Lemuria vs. Atlantis: feminine vs. masculine &#x26; why both fell
– Oversouls, dream time activations &#x26; traveling while you sleep
– The new Earth frequency: what it feels like &#x26; how to align with it
– Marie's books, programs &#x26; what's next

ABOUT THE GUEST: MARIE MAJOR
Marie Major is a cosmic consciousness guide, Stargate channel, author, and intuitive whose work bridges spiral time theory, Akashic records, Lemuria, Atlantis, and the energetic architecture of the new Earth. Born and raised in Vancouver, Canada with Hungarian roots steeped in energy work and divination, Marie has channeled transmissions from the 12 primary Stargates of Earth and is dedicated to helping humanity consciously shift timelines, heal soul-level wounds, and return to the ancient frequency of unity and love. She is the author of Looking Beyond What Is, Looking Beyond the Tides of Time, and several children's meditation books — with her next work focused on Stargates and what they're ready to teach us.

Website: https://www.mariemajor.love/
Instagram &#x26; TikTok: @MarieMajor
YouTube: ‪@marie_major‬ 
Books: Available on mariemajor.love &#x26; bookshop.org]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Dare To Dream with Debbi Dachinger

Marie Major: Time Isn't a Line — It's a Spiral and You Can Jump to a Higher One Right Now

What if time isn't moving forward — it's spiraling, and you can consciously shift into a higher timeline right now? Stargate channel and cosmic consciousness guide Marie Major joins Debbi Dachinger to reveal how the subconscious mind quietly shapes your reality, why Lemuria and Atlantis hold the blueprint for what's unfolding on Earth today, and how the 12 primary Stargates are awakening as humanity remembers. From oversouls traveling together across dream time to healing past life wounds in Atlantis and Lemuria, Marie delivers one of the most expansive and grounded transmissions on cosmic time, manifestation, and the architecture of the new Earth. The spiral is calling. Are you ready to remember?

Topics:

– Time as a spiral: why this changes everything
– How your subconscious mind is quietly running your reality
– Repeated patterns and emotional loops tied to past soul timelines
– Why humanity is remembering — not just awakening
– Timeline jumping: how a single moment of love shifts your frequency
– Marie's origin story: Hungary, nature, Abraham Hicks and channeling
– What is a Stargate? Portals, chakras and Earth's 12 primary gates
– The 12 Stargates named: Shasta, Telos, Egypt, Bali, Antarctica and more
– Antarctica, Iran and Hawaii: the three gates calling loudest right now
– Lemuria vs. Atlantis: feminine vs. masculine and why both fell
– Oversouls, dream time activations and traveling while you sleep
– The new Earth frequency: what it feels like and how to align with it
– Marie's books, programs and what's next

ABOUT THE GUEST: MARIE MAJOR
Marie Major is a cosmic consciousness guide, Stargate channel, author, and intuitive whose work bridges spiral time theory, Akashic records, Lemuria, Atlantis, and the energetic architecture of the new Earth. Born and raised in Vancouver, Canada with Hungarian roots steeped in energy work and divination, Marie has channeled transmissions from the 12 primary Stargates of Earth and is dedicated to helping humanity consciously shift timelines, heal soul-level wounds, and return to the ancient frequency of unity and love. She is the author of Looking Beyond What Is, Looking Beyond the Tides of Time, and several children's meditation books — with her next work focused on Stargates and what they're ready to teach us.

Website: https://www.mariemajor.love/
Instagram and TikTok: @MarieMajor
YouTube: ‪@marie_major‬ 
Books: Available on mariemajor.love and bookshop.org]]></itunes:summary>

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              <media:title>Dare To Dream, May 31, 2026</media:title>
              <media:description><![CDATA[Dare To Dream with Debbi Dachinger

Marie Major: Time Isn't a Line — It's a Spiral and You Can Jump to a Higher One Right Now

What if time isn't moving forward — it's spiraling, and you can consciously shift into a higher timeline right now? Stargate channel and cosmic consciousness guide Marie Major joins Debbi Dachinger to reveal how the subconscious mind quietly shapes your reality, why Lemuria and Atlantis hold the blueprint for what's unfolding on Earth today, and how the 12 primary Stargates are awakening as humanity remembers. From oversouls traveling together across dream time to healing past life wounds in Atlantis and Lemuria, Marie delivers one of the most expansive and grounded transmissions on cosmic time, manifestation, and the architecture of the new Earth. The spiral is calling. Are you ready to remember?

Topics:

– Time as a spiral: why this changes everything
– How your subconscious mind is quietly running your reality
– Repeated patterns and emotional loops tied to past soul timelines
– Why humanity is remembering — not just awakening
– Timeline jumping: how a single moment of love shifts your frequency
– Marie's origin story: Hungary, nature, Abraham Hicks and channeling
– What is a Stargate? Portals, chakras and Earth's 12 primary gates
– The 12 Stargates named: Shasta, Telos, Egypt, Bali, Antarctica and more
– Antarctica, Iran and Hawaii: the three gates calling loudest right now
– Lemuria vs. Atlantis: feminine vs. masculine and why both fell
– Oversouls, dream time activations and traveling while you sleep
– The new Earth frequency: what it feels like and how to align with it
– Marie's books, programs and what's next

ABOUT THE GUEST: MARIE MAJOR
Marie Major is a cosmic consciousness guide, Stargate channel, author, and intuitive whose work bridges spiral time theory, Akashic records, Lemuria, Atlantis, and the energetic architecture of the new Earth. Born and raised in Vancouver, Canada with Hungarian roots steeped in energy work and divination, Marie has channeled transmissions from the 12 primary Stargates of Earth and is dedicated to helping humanity consciously shift timelines, heal soul-level wounds, and return to the ancient frequency of unity and love. She is the author of Looking Beyond What Is, Looking Beyond the Tides of Time, and several children's meditation books — with her next work focused on Stargates and what they're ready to teach us.

Website: https://www.mariemajor.love/
Instagram and TikTok: @MarieMajor
YouTube: ‪@marie_major‬ 
Books: Available on mariemajor.love and bookshop.org]]></media:description>
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        <title>One Voice, May 31, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>One Voice, May 31, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[One Voice with Dr. Pastor Larry Montgomery

29 Romans 8 28 According To His Purpose]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[One Voice with Dr. Pastor Larry Montgomery

29 Romans 8 28 According To His Purpose]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[One Voice with Dr. Pastor Larry Montgomery

29 Romans 8 28 According To His Purpose]]></itunes:summary>

                  <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:00:00 CDT</pubDate>
        
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                  <author>ginger0604@comcast.net (Author)</author>
          <itunes:author>ginger0604@comcast.net (Author)</itunes:author>
        
                  <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[29 Romans 8 28 According To His Purpose]]></itunes:subtitle>
        
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              <media:title>One Voice, May 31, 2026</media:title>
              <media:description><![CDATA[One Voice with Dr. Pastor Larry Montgomery

29 Romans 8 28 According To His Purpose]]></media:description>
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        <title>The King Is Coming, May 31, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>The King Is Coming, May 31, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[The King Is Coming with Jeff Kinley

Uncovering the Mysteries of God - Episode 2]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[The King Is Coming with Jeff Kinley

Uncovering the Mysteries of God - Episode 2]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[The King Is Coming with Jeff Kinley

Uncovering the Mysteries of God - Episode 2]]></itunes:summary>

                  <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:00:00 CDT</pubDate>
        
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                  <author>gbogdan@impactpartners.vip (Author)</author>
          <itunes:author>gbogdan@impactpartners.vip (Author)</itunes:author>
        
                  <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Uncovering the Mysteries of God - Episode 2]]></itunes:subtitle>
        
                  <itunes:keywords>mysteries-of-god, faith, the-lord, god, bible-study, biblical-wisdom, jeff-kinley, christianity</itunes:keywords>
        
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Uncovering the Mysteries of God - Episode 2]]></media:description>
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        <title>Moga - Mercies Of God Association, May 31, 2026</title>
        <itunes:title>Moga - Mercies Of God Association, May 31, 2026</itunes:title>
        <description><![CDATA[Moga - Mercies Of God Association with Dr. Peter Nortier

The Trinity Of The Believer]]></description>
        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Moga - Mercies Of God Association with Dr. Peter Nortier

The Trinity Of The Believer]]></content:encoded>
        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Moga - Mercies Of God Association with Dr. Peter Nortier

The Trinity Of The Believer]]></itunes:summary>

                  <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 15:30:00 CDT</pubDate>
        
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                  <author>blandreneau1@charter.net (Author)</author>
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                  <itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[The Trinity Of The Believer]]></itunes:subtitle>
        
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              <media:description><![CDATA[Moga - Mercies Of God Association with Dr. Peter Nortier

The Trinity Of The Believer]]></media:description>
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