Former Acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker joins Dr. Ben Carson to discuss the importance of upholding the rule of law and the need for Americans to be informed and engaged in the political process. Is the legal system being politicized? Is the federal government being weaponized against political opponents? Are the scales of justice unbalanced? Matt gives his opinion on the cases trying to use the 14th Amendment to keep Donald Trump off ballots and the cases filed against the leading Presidential front runner for the GOP nomination. This episode provides valuable insight into the current state of the justice system and its implications for the future of the country. 

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Valerie Huber, president of the Institute for Women’s Health, discusses the Geneva Consensus Declaration for promoting women’s health and strengthening the family. Despite the Biden Administration pulling out of the declaration, more countries have joined, affirming the dignity of the individual and that there is no international human right to abortion. While international organizations push anti-family agendas, the Declaration emphasizes the importance of the family as foundational to every healthy society and the need to respect the sovereign right of countries to defend their values. Huber also discusses the challenges faced by countries that hold conservative values and the work of the Institute for Women's Health in supporting and empowering governments to defend these values.

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Dr. Carson discusses the importance of the family and the challenges it faces in the state of Maryland with guests, Jeff Trembath and Dr. David Ayers. They talk about the founding of the Maryland Family Institute and its mission to protect life, promote marriage, preserve religious liberty, and ensure parental rights. They highlight the need for education and engagement in the political process, in addition to, the findings of the Maryland Family Institute's report on families. The report emphasizes the importance of the success sequence of finishing school, getting a job, and getting married before having children, displaying the connection between family formation and social pathologies. Furthermore, they address the alarming rates of poverty, crime, and mental health issues in Maryland, as well as, the need for education reform and school choice. This episode encourages listeners to speak the truth in love and to be involved in their communities to make a difference.

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Dr. Ben Carson discusses the revival that took place at Auburn University with guest Tonya Prewett. They talk about the power of prayer, the need for revival in America, and the impact it can have on college campuses. Tanya shares her personal journey and how she organized the Unite Auburn event, which drew thousands of students and led to baptisms and life-changing experiences. They also address the opposition they faced and the importance of standing up for faith in a secular society. In these challenging times, it is crucial to recognize the power of prayer and the need for revival. As Tanya and her team have shown, a small prayer group can lead to a movement that transforms lives and brings hope to a generation. Let us all be inspired by their example and seek revival in our own lives and communities. Revival is not just a distant dream; it is within our reach. Together, let us pray, seek God, and be agents of change in a world that desperately needs revival. The future is bright, and with God's guidance, we can bring about a revival that will impact generations to come.

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Merry Christmas from Ben Carson and the Common Sense team! Today, Dr. Carson sits down with Pastor Ben Graham and they talk about his upbringing in the Graham family, his journey to becoming a pastor, and the importance of faith in today's society. With the rise of anti-Semitism on college campuses, what can be the role of the church in addressing societal issues? As society grapples with moral and spiritual issues, the conversation serves as a reminder of the importance of standing firm in one's faith and actively engaging with the world. Pastor Graham also shares his work in the film industry through Graham Family Films and their new film, Christmas at Keestone. Looking ahead, the future holds opportunities for pastors, filmmakers, and individuals to make a positive impact and bring about meaningful change through their work and ministry.

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The most famous economics teacher in America speaks with Dr. Carson about what’s missing in our current discourse, common sense! Join Dr. Carson as he talks with Ben Stein about his diverse career from Hollywood to the White House, graduation as valedictorian of Yale Law School, and experiences in the Nixon administration as a speechwriter. They also discuss the current economy and Stein’s thoughts on the impact of President Trump’s economic policies. Hear more about Stein’s latest book, Nixon: The Peacemaker’s Legacy and the End of the Cold War, the media’s misrepresentation of Nixon, and the importance of understanding history and critical thinking.

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Dr. Carson delved into the pressing issue of government censorship and its impact on free speech. He was joined by Harmeet Dhillon, the founder and CEO of the Center for American Liberty, to discuss the upcoming Supreme Court case, Missouri v. Biden, and the shocking extent of government involvement in curtailing free speech. From the suppression of speech about election integrity, vaccines versus natural immunity, to Hunter Biden’s laptop, listen in to hear about what the government doesn’t want you to hear and how it can be stopped. Learn how you can support the important work of the Center for American Values on preserving our civil liberties. 

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Two world renowned neurosurgeons sit down to discuss the future of medicine when Dr. Ben Carson hosts Dr. Ricardo Komotar from the University of Miami. They shed light on challenges facing the profession such as the need to reevaluate the healthcare system to address rising costs and improve patient care. What’s the role of technology, connectomics, and AI as well as the ethical considerations surrounding their implementation? What are the lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic for healthcare professionals? And what breakthroughs in medicine should we be optimistic about? You won’t want to miss this fascinating conversation about the future of medicine and navigating the ever-evolving field of healthcare.

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Dr. Carson speaks with Xi Van Fleet, a survivor of the Mao Zedong Chinese Cultural Revolution. Xi Van Fleet's harrowing experiences growing up in China during this tumultuous period have given her a unique perspective on the dangers of communism. Now living in America, she has a dire warning for the United States. As Dr. Carson reminds us, "It was Khrushchev who said to Eisenhower over 60 years ago, your children’s children will live under our system." In this thought-provoking interview, Xi Van Fleet shares her personal story and draws parallels between the Cultural Revolution in China and the current state of affairs in America. Her warning to America is clear: the encroachment of communism is real, and its consequences are dire. It is crucial to recognize the erosion of individual freedoms, the suppression of free thought, and the manipulation of education as signs of a dangerous ideology taking hold. Only through vigilance and a commitment to preserving liberty can America avoid the fate that befell China during the Cultural Revolution.

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Thank you for subscribing to Common Sense with Dr. Ben Carson. Listen to Dr. Carson’s Thanksgiving Day message and hear your common sense prescription for this week. 

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