Unashamed with the Robertson Family

The Robertson family welcomes another new baby as John Luke and Christian celebrate becoming uncles again, and the guys remark on the growing number of grandkids filling up the family compound. From there, Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke turn to Homer’s “The Odyssey” and the surprisingly modern warnings buried inside its stories of pride, pleasure, distrust, and temptation. They connect Odysseus’ downfall to today’s struggles with pornography, drug addiction, doomscrolling, and the constant pull of quick dopamine. The guys also look at how Scripture gives a fuller answer to the moral truths Homer recognized, and why faith, community, and Christ matter when it comes to breaking those cycles.

In this episode: Romans 1; Romans 2:14-16; Genesis 6; Genesis 11; Ephesians 4:17-32; Titus 1:10-13; Genesis 1:28; Genesis 9

Today’s conversation is about Lesson 5 & 6 of The Odyssey taught by Hillsdale Professor Dr. Benedict Whalen. Take the course with us at no cost to you! 

More about The Odyssey:

The Odyssey tells the tale of the cunning and crafty hero of the Trojan War on his journey home. After ten years of war, Odysseus faces another ten years of fantastic temptations, deadly monsters, treacherous seas, and impious men. Meanwhile, Ithaca is threatened by suitors who plague his wife and plunder his wealth. When Odysseus reaches home, he must slay the suitors, test the loyalty of his friends and family, and restore order to his marriage and his kingdom.

Join Dr. Benedict Whalen as he explores themes of love, marriage, kingship, duty, and piety. Encounter Homer's epic, which displays the full human experience. In a world of uncertainty, Odysseus charts a path towards peace through perseverance, prudence, and justice. 

Join Odysseus on his fantastic journey home from Troy in Homer’s unrivaled story.

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Chapters

00:00 The Odyssey’s Cyclops

05:04 Homer’s Ancient World Still Looks Familiar

09:28 A New Robertson Baby

13:18 Why Odysseus Called Himself “Nobody”

18:02 Did Elephant Skulls, Nephilim & Giants

23:11 One Mistake Changes the Entire Journey

27:42 Jealousy & Distrust Create a Cycle of Destruction

32:21 Being Made in God’s Image Changes Us

39:08 The Modern Traps of Pleasure & Addiction

42:26 Why You Need Other People

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The Wild Brothers grew up deep in the jungles of Indonesia, where their family lived among the Wano people before teaching them the Bible. They recount a childhood surrounded by fear of evil spirits, witch doctors, malaria, and intense spiritual opposition, until the incredible moment they watched the Gospel take hold. Al, Jase, Morgan, and Kian trace the unlikely connection between their family and ‘Duck Dynasty,’ which helped inspire their own adventure-based ministry. Today, the Wild Brothers are encouraging families to get outside, grow in their faith, and see following Jesus as the ultimate adventure.

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In this episode: Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 17:22-31; Genesis 3:15; John 3:16; Genesis 1-11

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Chapters

00:00 The Wild Brothers Invade Unashamed

04:32 Leaving the American Dream for the Jungle

08:45 Growing Up With the Wano People

13:09 Life in a Culture Ruled by Fear

18:36 Learning a Language No Outsider Knew

23:52 Teaching the Bible From the Very Beginning

29:41 Waiting Months to Introduce Jesus

34:47 The Wano Church Is Born

39:11 How ‘Duck Dynasty’ Reached the Jungle

44:23 Turning Missions Into the Ultimate Adventure

48:29 Getting Kids Outside Their Comfort Zones

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Uncle Si’s medical equipment causes chaos on his trip home, but he quickly turns the tension into an impromptu airplane concert, rhinestones and all. Jase discovers that his old ‘Duck Dynasty’ HOA problems never really ended when a neighborhood trash issue leaves him trimming trees from the hood of his truck and paying the price for trying to help. Al connects the discussion of anointing to a powerful moment in Lisa’s faith journey, and the guys close out James 5 by digging into prayer, confession, healing, and why Elijah’s extraordinary story still begins with the reminder that he was a human being just like us.

In this episode: James 5:11-16; Matthew 5; Matthew 23; Exodus 30:30; 1 Samuel 16; Genesis 28:11-22; John 1:47-51; Romans 5; Acts 1-2; Mark 2; 1 Kings 16-19

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Chapters

00:00 Uncle Si’s Airport Standoff

07:10 Uncle Si Takes Over the Plane

9:50 The Worst Teal Season Ever

13:55 Jase’s Neighborhood Crisis Gets Expensive

20:30 Rednecks vs. the AI Takeover

25:25 James 5 Gets Extremely Practical

31:10 The Prayer of Faith & Healing

38:00 Al Connects an Old Prayer to Lisa’s Story

40:05 Jacob’s Ladder & Access to God

47:05 Elijah Was a Human Being Just Like Us

51:35 Uncle Si Realizes Jesus Is Everything

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Former country singer Granger Smith opens up about hitting rock bottom alone on a tour bus after the devastating loss of his 3-year-old son, River, and the moment he finally cried out to God. Granger tells Jase, Al, and Zach why Scripture eventually convinced him to walk away from a successful music career. Jase and Granger agree on why emotion-driven altar calls aren't the same as becoming a disciple of Jesus. Granger also gives a stunning answer when asked whether he would go back and prevent his son’s death if he could, leading to an honest conversation about grief, eternity, and trusting God through unimaginable loss. Granger also discusses his new book, Poison in the Well: 11 Toxic Beliefs That Kept Me From the Living Water of Jesus, which grew out of the beliefs and assumptions he had to confront in his own life.

In this episode: John 14:22-23; Matthew 1; John; Hebrews 4:12; Matthew 16:24-26; Psalm 42:1-2; Matthew 28:19-20; Luke 23:43; Philippians 1:23; Psalm 23:4; Psalm 90:12; Hebrews 2:14-15; 2 Corinthians 7:10

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Chapters

00:00 Granger Smith Joins Unashamed

04:00 AI Gets Podcast History SO Wrong

07:00 Why Granger Became a Pastor

13:20 The Loss of Granger’s Son River

17:40 When Granger Hit Rock Bottom

21:10 Granger Trades Devotionals for the Bible

24:10 I Refuse to Lead the Sinner’s Prayer

31:20 Leaving My Music Career Behind

35:45 The Problem With Emotional Altar Calls

42:00 A Kid Asks an Unthinkable Question

48:15 Facing Death Without Fear or Regret

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Uncle Si earns a new nickname after proving he can still hang with the younger bucks, and an old proverb of Phil’s sparks a conversation about ego, failure, and learning to serve instead of seeking the spotlight. A popular end-times interpretation gets put to the test as Jase, Al, and Zach dig into James 5, Matthew 24, and Jesus’ warning about the destruction of the temple. The guys examine whether passages often connected to the final tribulation were actually pointing to judgment that would come within that generation, while still affirming Christ’s future return. 

In this episode: James 1:1; James 2:1; James 3; James 5:1-11; Matthew 23:37; Matthew 24:1-24; Mark 13; Luke 21; Genesis 4; Genesis 18-19; Genesis 21; Exodus 30; John 2; 1 Corinthians 6; Ephesians 2; Revelation 21-22; Ezra 2; Nehemiah

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Chapters

00:00 Uncle Si Bags the First Duck of the Season

06:01 The Pressure of Being ‘on an Island’

10:26 Phil’s Famous Advice About Missing Shots

16:41 Burley Learns the Value of Being a Servant

22:03 Returning to the Book of James

27:58 Why God Hears the Cries of the Oppressed

33:52 The Coming of the Lord Is Near

39:35 Jesus’ Prophecy About the Temple

42:07 Challenging an End-Times Interpretation

49:12 Jesus as the New Temple

53:13 Eschatology Can Affect Real Decisions

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Artificial intelligence, robots, and the possibility of technological collapse launch the guys into a surprisingly ancient question: What happens when something that promises comfort and convenience starts controlling us instead? Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke turn to The Odyssey to examine Odysseus’ battles with temptation, pleasure, security, and the pull to abandon his responsibilities for an easier life. They connect Homer’s warnings to modern porn culture, marriage, fidelity, and the danger of choosing fantasy over what is real. The guys ultimately contrast Odysseus’ search for wisdom, forgiveness, and a way home with the hope Christianity offers through Christ.

In this episode: John 17:3; James 4:17

Today’s conversation is about Lesson 3 & 4 of The Odyssey taught by Hillsdale Professor Dr. Benedict Whalen. Take the course with us at no cost to you! 

More about The Odyssey:

The Odyssey tells the tale of the cunning and crafty hero of the Trojan War on his journey home. After ten years of war, Odysseus faces another ten years of fantastic temptations, deadly monsters, treacherous seas, and impious men. Meanwhile, Ithaca is threatened by suitors who plague his wife and plunder his wealth. When Odysseus reaches home, he must slay the suitors, test the loyalty of his friends and family, and restore order to his marriage and his kingdom.

Join Dr. Benedict Whalen as he explores themes of love, marriage, kingship, duty, and piety. Encounter Homer's epic, which displays the full human experience. In a world of uncertainty, Odysseus charts a path towards peace through perseverance, prudence, and justice. 

Join Odysseus on his fantastic journey home from Troy in Homer’s unrivaled story.

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621

Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.

Chapters

00:00 A.I., Robots & Apocalypse

05:08 America’s EMP Vulnerability

10:07 ‘The Odyssey’ on A.I. & Wisdom

13:36 Odysseus Faces Temptation

17:02 Porn Culture & Fantasy

21:43 Choosing Fidelity Over Comfort

27:04 Wealth, Security & Starting Over

32:14 Where Human Virtue Falls Short

36:25 Odysseus the Manipulator

40:15 Suffering, Pride & Forgiveness

44:38 How Christ Changes the Ending

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A former elite Hells Angels enforcer gets real about how his search for family and freedom eventually landed him in prison. Joby Walters recounts recruiting the undercover ATF agent he unknowingly helped bring into the club, the armed standoff with police that finally forced him to surrender, and literally fighting for his right to preach in prison. Jase spots some unexpected Uncle Si tendencies in Joby’s storytelling, while Al finds surprising parallels between Joby’s past and Phil’s life before Christ. Joby explains how leaving the Hells Angels behind and writing his new book Cut Free gave him an entirely new identity and a mission to reach people still trapped in the life he escaped.

In this episode: 2 Corinthians 4:16; Psalm 23; Matthew 18:3; Ephesians 2:1-10; James 3:16-17

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Chapters

00:00 Zach’s Family Medical Scare

03:25 Jase’s North Dakota Trip

09:35 Little Man Tries to Walk on Water

15:35 Former Hells Angel Joby Walters

19:05 Fighting to Preach in Prison

24:55 What Sent Joby to Prison

27:20 Searching for Family

30:30 Meeting Sonny Barger

35:05 Freedom, Identity & Chaos

41:30 The Undercover ATF Agent

44:40 Joby Chooses to Surrender

47:00 Joby’s New Mission

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Born without arms or legs, global evangelist and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic opens up to Jase, Al, and Zach about growing up convinced he might never have a future or a meaningful life. He recounts reaching his darkest point at just 10 years old and the realization years later that completely changed how he viewed his circumstances, purpose, and unanswered prayers. Nick also looks back on his unforgettable appearance on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” becoming a husband and father of four, and taking his story around the world. The guys dig into the message behind his new documentary, No Limbs, No Limits, and why a life that once seemed defined by limitations became anything but.

In this episode: John 9; Matthew 5:29-30; 2 Corinthians 5:7; Ephesians 3:20; Daniel 3; Genesis 1:28

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Chapters

00:00 Nick Vujicic Meets the Robertsons

04:17 Growing Up Without Arms or Legs

19:08 The Passage That Changed Everything

24:02 When the Miracle Doesn’t Come

31:41 Marriage, Fatherhood & Fear

35:12 Nick’s Oprah Prediction Comes True

43:25 Why Every Life Has Purpose

49:06 The Mission Behind ‘No Limbs, No Limits’

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Matthew West looks back on the career advice that told him to be more of a “rock star,” a mold he knew he didn’t want to fit. He recounts touring with Willie Robertson, quickly realizing who the real celebrity was, and finding humor in some deeply humbling moments along the way. Matthew opens up to Jase, Al, and Zach about his brother’s long battle with addiction, the prayers that seem to go unanswered, and why his song and devotional book Don’t Stop Praying grew out of his own need for a deeper prayer life. The guys dig into surrender, grace, and Matthew’s new Jesus Is King album, reflecting on what it means to draw near to God instead of trying to control everything yourself.

In this episode: Romans 8:26-27; James 4:8

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Chapters

00:00 Matthew West Joins Unashamed

04:08 Jase’s Michael Jackson Story

08:02 Jase Pitches “Eager Sunday”

12:26 Matthew West Wins Over a Crowd

17:41 Why I Reject the “Rock Star” Image

24:16 Willie Humbles Matthew 

28:38 Matthew’s Songwriting Career

36:10 When Prayer Goes Unanswered

42:17 How Prayer Changed Jase’s Life

47:03 Matthew West on “Jesus Is King”

55:23 Jase Pitches a Song

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The Dasher family gets a full-circle surprise when Zach’s son and daughter land a dream gig opening for Hank Williams Jr., the same artist who soundtracked Zach and Jill’s first date. Jase, Al, and Zach also challenge the divide between “sacred” and “secular,” arguing that faith should shape the way people work, create, serve, and relate to others in every part of life. The guys dig into why disagreement so often turns into alienation and why burning every bridge over differences can do more harm than good. 

In this episode: James 5:7-11; James 4:11; James 2:8-13; James 3; James 4; John 3:16; John 10; John 12:30-32; John 16:7-11; 2 Corinthians 5; Luke 15; Ephesians 4; Ecclesiastes; Job 2-3; Proverbs 11:1-4

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Chapters

00:00 Zach’s Kids Land a Full-Circle Gig

05:06 Hank Williams Jr. & the Dasher Connection

09:18 Christians Don’t Belong in a Cultural Bubble

13:42 James Warns against Judging Your Neighbor

20:37 ‘Rock-Throwing’ Christians

27:29 ‘Doing Jesus Stuff’ Is for Everybody

33:07 Ordinary People Are the Best Gospel Influencers

40:53 There’s No Divide between Sacred & Secular

48:30 Job’s Friends’ Lesson in What Not to Say

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