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Dr. Michael Brown, Passing the Trump Test Aug 04, 2020

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This episode we are honored to have with us Dr. Michael L. Brown. Dr. Brown is the president of AskDrBrown Ministries and of FIRE School of Ministry in Concord, North Carolina, and host of the daily, nationally, syndicated talk radio show, the Line of Fire. He also hosts TV shows on GOD TV, METV (in Israel and the Middle East), and NRBTV. He has preached throughout America and around the world, bringing a message of repentance, revival, reformation, and cultural revolution. He holds a Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Literatures from New York University and has served as a visiting or adjunct professor at Southern Evangelical Seminary, Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary (Charlotte), Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Fuller Theological Seminary, Denver Theological Seminary, the King’s Seminary, and Regent University School of Divinity, and he has contributed numerous articles to scholarly publications, including the Oxford Dictionary of Jewish Religion and the Theological Dictionary of the Old Testament.
Dr. Brown discusses the instant divide that President Trump tends to ignite among many. In particular, the effect in the evangelical community is the emphasis of his new book, "Evangelicals at the Crossroads: Will We Pass the Trump Test." Dr. Brown explains the divide and how evangelicals should respond to it.
Philip Sharp discusses the topic of Christians in politics in the essay segment. Should Christians be involved, or should they stay out of it?

Teddy Franklin, A War of Ideas Jul 28, 2020

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This week we talk with Teddy Franklin, the author of the blog found at TeddyFranklin.com. On this blog you will find articles such as, "It Is OK to Suck," "The Restless Intellectual," and "We Reap the Same in Kind as We Sow." This episode we discuss his article, "A War of Ideas." The competing paradigms are compared with one another to bring clarity for the struggle many believe are nation is in right now.
Philip Sharp discusses the idea of not being able to transcend the state in authoritarian regimes and how they actively seek to suppress anyone who dares rise above the state. This is response to the idea being brought up by Teddy Franklin during the interview segment.

Jason Hanson, Alone and Unafraid: The Patriot's Defense and Survival Guide Jul 21, 2020

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This week we have a really cool interview with Jason Hanson. Jason is a prior CIA operative of 7 years and has been involved with the security industry for over 14 years. He made a star appearance on Shark Tank, where he won an investment to form Spy Escape and Evasion. This a a "spy camp" in Utah that specializes in passing on useful CIA knowledge that is useful for those in security and even for the average citizen wanting to take precautions.
This interview primarily discusses his newest book, "Alone and Unafraid: The Patriot's Defense and Survival Guide." Other topics such as criminals and homeland defense are discussed as well.
Philip Sharp's essay segment discusses the issue of the second amendment. In particular, the concept of self-defense considered regarding that amendment.

Wendy Gish Versus Gavin Newsom, Religious Liberty in California Jul 14, 2020

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This week we talk with Wendy Gish, who is the main plaintiff for the civil rights case, Wendy Gish et al versus Gavin Newsom et al. This case is further joined by Pastor Patrick Scales of Shield of Faith Family Church in Fontana, Pastor Brenda Wood of Word of Life Ministries, Int. in Riverside, and Pastor James Moffit of Church Unlimited in Indio, CA. The main objective of the civil rights case is to push back against state and local infringement upon religious liberties.
The interview discusses the background to the case as well as the current situation. Other happenstances are further discussed about California as well, to include mail in voting and mail harvesting.
Philip Sharp's essay segment talks the premise of the lawsuit and interjects some objections that the Rage of the Age page on Facebook brought forth against the lawsuit.

Titus Kennedy, "Unearthing the Bible" Jul 07, 2020

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This week we talk with Titus Kennedy, a field archeologist who has done numerous digs to include Mount Zion, the cave of John the Baptist, and mammoths in California. He is an adjunct professor at Biola and a research fellow at the Discovery Institute. He holds a PhD in Literature and Philosophy from the University of South Africa and a M.A.in Near Eastern Archeology from the University of Toronto. Titus has also been a consultant, writer, and guide for history and archaeology documentaries and curricula.
The interview discusses Titus' book, "Unearthing the Bible: 101 Archeological Discoveries That Bring the Bible to Life." The field of archeology is also discussed as well as the tension that oft times exists in academia concerning Biblical history.
Philip Sharp's essay segment talks about the two main views of looking at dating concepts, uniformitarianism and catastrophism. How one insists on looking at their observations can often lead to differing conclusions.

Patrick Conley, Discussing the Church and the Nation Jun 30, 2020

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Patrick Conley is the lead Pastor of the Garden Sanctuary Church of God located in Rock Hill, SC. It is a growing multi-cultural church that is involved with many local ministries to include pro-life prayer walks. In addition to ministry, Patrick also is a ghost writer, blogger, and hosts the podcast called More Than a Conversation.
This episode we talk about ministry, the Church, and nation. We also discuss the topic of absolute truth in a post-modern age where it is asserted there are no real truths. Philip Sharp further discusses the idea of there being absolute truth in his essay segment.

Joe Collins Verses Maxine Waters Jun 23, 2020

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This week we have the privilege of talking with Joe Collins. Joe is a US Navy Veteran of 13 1/2 years. He is running against Maxine Waters for District 43 in California for the US House. Unlike Maxine, Joe is actually from the district where he is running and he wants to turn things around.
In the interview we discuss the current state of District 43 and California and the political campaign taking place now. The differences between the two candidates are compared as well as their goals.
Philip Sharp's essay segment talks about the issue of term limits. Are they good or are they bad? The pros and the cons are considered and an appeal is made to consider not just the number of terms, but also the length of the terms.

Robert Stilson, "Five Fingers Over You" Jun 16, 2020

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This week we talk with Robert Stilson, who is a researcher for the Capital Research Center, headquartered in Washington, D. C. He maintains the library and research archives for their research. He holds a B.A. in International Studies from Hanover College and a J.D. from the University of Richmond School of Law.
The interview discusses Robert's article, "Five Fingers Over You." This was written about a book of the same name written by Armin Wegner. Wegner was a committed humanitarian who documented the abuses of the Armenian Genocide and was interned in Nazi concentration camps before being exiled for speaking out against them. This book we are discussing tells of what Wegner was observing in the Soviet Union in a time that is after the revolution and before the reign of Stalin.
Philip Sharp's essay segment talks on the basic history of typical left wing tactics for seizing power in a society. With the basics set forth, he then looks at current applications being played out today.

Alex Pattakos - "Why the Left's Obsession With Donald Trump Will Backfire" Jun 09, 2020

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This week we have the opportunity to hear from Dr. Alex Pattakos. He is the founder of Global Meaning Institute. Alex holds a PhD in Political Science from Northern Illinois University and has backgrounds in Psychology and Philosophy, with many years of practical experience in mental health practice. He has been the advisor to 3 US Presidents and to a Commissioner of the US Food and Drug Administration. Alex is also a US Army Vietnam Veteran.
The interview goes over Alex's article, "Why the Left's Obsession With Donald Trump Will Backfire." In the article the famed psychologist Victor Frankl is highlighted in addressing the issue. Victor Frankl actually was interred in Nazi concentration camps and lived to tell the tale, which he does brilliantly in his work, "Man's Search For Meaning." Alex has actually met and worked with Dr. Frankl and provides and interesting link to that amazing past.
Philip Sharp talks in the essay segment about the basics of Rhetoric and taught by the ancients which carried on until just recent times. There is a brief overview of its three main components and what they do. They are then considered in light of our contemporary situation.

David Kilcullen, "The Dragons and the Snakes" Jun 02, 2020

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This episode we have the pleasure of talking with David Kilcullen, the author of "The Dragon and the Snake: How the Rest of the World Learned to Fight the West." He is a Retired Lieutenant Colonel in the Australian Army, serving in both Iraq and Afghanistan. He is a professor in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences of the University of New South Wales as well as a professor of practice in Global Security at Arizona State University. He is also the head of Cordillera Applications Group, a strategic research firm . David Kilcullen was named one of the Foreign Policy Top 100 Global Thinkers in 2009.
Today we discuss the content of his book, "The Dragon and the Snake: How the Rest of the World Learned to Fight the West." Russia uses what Dave calls, "liminal warfare" to accomplish their aims. China employs "conceptual warfare" to accomplish theirs. These methods are meant to gain their objects while avoiding a response from the West. Smaller nations and non-state groups are also discussed. Philip Sharp also discusses the current American outlook concerning national security in his essay segment.

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