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  • The Christmas Story and America's Identity Crisis (Ep. 223)
    2025/12/17

    As American culture drifts away from its founding ideals, the simplicity and beauty of the Christmas story may be the answer. Host Casey Harper is joined by author and cultural commentator Os Guinness for a reflection on the modern-day Christmas story and American culture. Living in a cut flower civilization, the two discuss America’s identity crisis, what the Christmas story offers to a modern world, and how this time of year is actually the foundation of equality and freedom.

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    37 分
  • The Harms of Predatory Gambling (Ep. 222)
    2025/12/10

    Is gambling doing anyone any good? Host Casey Harper is joined by Les Bernal, national director of Stop Predatory Gambling, and The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to confront the roots and impacts of predatory gambling. Few actions by state governments harm Americans more. What does gambling truly offer? Only loss. The three break down what Scripture says about gambling, why corruption around it is so widespread, and whether there’s a real solution to this growing problem.

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    40 分
  • Christian AI vs. Secular AI pt.2 (Ep. 221)
    2025/12/03

    In a world being quickly influenced by Artificial Intelligence, how can Christians navigate this new reality? Host Casey Harper is joined by pastor and Dominion AI cofounder Erik Reed, along with The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to unpack how AI can be used in a way that glorifies the Lord. While AI provides knowledge and information, it will never replace the wisdom that actual humans can provide. The three contemplate the future of AI and the impact it will have on the workforce.

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    36 分
  • Christian AI vs. Secular AI pt.1 (Ep. 220)
    2025/11/26

    Can AI truly be Christian? Host Casey Harper is joined by pastor and Dominion AI cofounder Erik Reed, along with The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges, to explore the foundations and future of faith-driven artificial intelligence. Even if you are not a personal user of AI chat bots, the software is everywhere. Erik shares the story behind Dominion AI, how it differs from secular platforms, and the growing evidence revealing the risks of relying on AI for companionship alone.

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    36 分
  • Socialism: What Happens When the Money Runs Out? (Ep. 219)
    2025/11/19

    “Socialism works until the money runs out.” Host Casey Harper is joined by Cuban writer and author Yoe Suarez and The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to break down the core principles of socialism and its impact on society. Speaking from experience, Yoe shares what life under Cuban socialism looked like, how socialist ideology views the church and how money is not always the solution for societal problems.

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    42 分
  • The Importance of the Filibuster (Ep. 218)
    2025/11/12

    Every member of the Senate has a tool that allows them to single handedly bring the government to a screeching halt. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council’s Quena Gonzalez and The Washington Stand’s Suzanne Bowdey to discuss an interesting political tool and tactic: the filibuster. Created in the early years of American government to remove the ability to end debate, the filibuster has been used by both Republicans and Democrats throughout the years. The three discuss what it is, how does it maintain balance in the Senate, and if it were removed what are the unintended consequences for a short term gain, but long term consequences.

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    35 分
  • What Churchgoers Really Believe (Ep. 217)
    2025/11/05

    What do regular churchgoers actually believe? Host Casey Harper sits down with Family Research Council’s David Closson and The Washington Stand’s Sarah Holliday to unpack a new survey from FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, conducted with researcher George Barna. The study explores how adult churchgoers view today’s key social issues and their personal worldviews.

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    48 分
  • The Government Shutdown and the Miracle at the Southern Border (Ep. 216)
    2025/10/29

    Host Casey Harper sits down with U.S. Congressman Michael Guest to unpack the government shutdown and how President Trump managed to do the impossible at the southern border. Rep. Guest shares how his personal faith shapes his work in Congress and guides his decision-making. The two also dive into the ongoing government shutdown - what’s behind it, what needs to be resolved - and discuss how Republicans and the Trump administration have worked together to strengthen border security and prioritize the interests of the American people.

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    32 分