In this episode of Common Sense with Dr. Ben Carson, Dr. Carson welcomes Dr. Myron Rolle as a special guest. Dr. Rolle's life serves as a testament to the idea that it's never too late to pursue your dreams, even when they change. He is a former NFL player, best-selling author, Rhodes Scholar, philanthropist, husband, father, and neurosurgeon.

Dr. Rolle highlights the impact of his parents, who were Bahamian immigrants and discusses the role of his deep faith and family values in his success. He shares insights into balancing his roles as a father and husband, even with the demands of his career. His new book "The 2% Way," is inspiring and shows that no obstacle is insurmountable. Find out more about how with hard work, the right mindset, and faith, anyone can achieve their dreams.

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Dr. Carson engages in a lively discussion with Dean Nelson, vice president of the Human Coalition, about the abortion debate and its impact on society and the black community. Together, they cover topics such as the moral acceptance of late-term abortions and the limits, if any, sought by liberal politicians. It’s been almost a year since the overturning of Roe v. Wade, what is the future of the pro-life movement? How do organizations like the Human Coalition promote a culture of life and help women facing unplanned pregnancies? Most say they would parent if they had the resources and support. Learn more about this, along with Dr. Carson’s common sense prescription, urging listeners to contribute their time, talent, and resources to help those in need.

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There’s no doubt that in America today, the way to fight back against woke ideology is with courage and unwavering support for faith, traditional family values, and parental rights in education.

Kimberly Fletcher, president and founder of Moms for America and Moms for America Action, joins us on Common Sense. She is a passionate advocate for parental rights in education and empowering women in American society. What will be the future of the corporate wokeism movement? What are ways individuals can resist and combat this agenda?  Together, they dive into the current cultural awakening and the backlash against radical gender ideology and transgenderism.

To preserve America as a land of freedom, it is crucial to stand up for our values and reject radical ideas propagated in schools and reinforced by corporate America and the mainstream media. For concerned parents seeking unbiased American truths, we recommend visiting www.littlepatriotslearning.com and www.momsforamerica.us, which offer valuable resources.

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In this captivating episode, Dr. Carson welcomes Lee Strobel, a best-selling author, award-winning journalist, TV host, law professor, and teaching pastor, and known for his influential book "The Case for Christ.” Lee shares his personal journey from atheist to world-renowned Christian apologist and discusses the factors that led to his own conviction and spiritual transformation. Drawing from his background in journalism and law, he explains how his investigative approach helped him discover his faith and tackle the toughest questions facing our world.

Together, they address the decline in religious belief, growing materialism, weakened family ties, and the influence of secular media. He explores the broader societal consequences and the challenge of personal morality in a population disconnected from God. Lee shares his sources of hope and provides a glimpse into his current projects, inviting listeners to engage with his work and continue the exploration of these thought-provoking topics.

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It’s hard to believe that we have to actually argue for the importance of family but that’s where we are these days. Dr. Carson’s guest, Kimberly Ells, understands the roots of this discussion as a respected researcher and policy advisor who has made significant contributions to the field of family issues. Hear about the troubling views of the UN on family and children. They discuss the way institutions are remaking the family and even normalizing pedophilia. Why is the nuclear family under attack? And what are the personal and societal consequence of this dangerous movement? Ells is committed to raising awareness about these issues and offers hope for preserving the sanctity of family and its numerous benefits in her new book, “The Invincible Family: Why the Global Campaign to Crush Motherhood and Fatherhood Can't Win.”

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Dr. Carson speaks with Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama who is doing important work by standing firm against the excesses of the administrative state. Congress isn’t supposed to just rubber stamp the desires of the executive branch. On today’s episode they discuss the Senator’s stance on the Pentagon’s abortion policy and his concerns as a former coach about gender issues and Title IX.

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Beth Van Duyne, representing Texas’ 24th Congressional District, talks to Dr. Carson about her work on housing, economic development and small business. As the former mayor of Irving, TX and Regional Administrator for HUD’s Southwest Region, she knows just how important these policies are in enabling more people to achieve the American Dream. Hear more about her recent visit with Mexico President Lopez Obrador and what Mexico is doing to end cartel violence and fentanyl exportation, if anything. You won’t want to miss it. 

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The failures of Silicon Valley, Silvergate, and Signature banks created waves across the financial sector, but perhaps not more so than in the crypto sector. A sector already dealing with the high profile failure of the cyrptocurrency exchange FTX. What does it all mean? And what’s next for crypto? Kathy Kraninger joins the podcast to talk about the bank failures and her work on cryptocurrency regulation. What is blockchain? How resilient is the cyrpto market? Can it democratize financial markets? What exactly is DeFi? Get all the answers on today’s episode.

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Jeff Foxworthy is an incredibly talented comedian, actor, author, and producer who's been blessed with the ability to make people laugh. He holds the record for being the largest-selling comedy-recording artist in history. He's also a multiple Grammy Award nominee, and a best-selling author of 26 books. Despite his immense success, he remains grounded in his faith and credits it for his achievements and happiness as a father and husband.

Jeff's story of how he got his start in comedy and the impact of not having his father around is both inspiring and moving. He has persevered through tough times and has become a role model for many. He's also noticed a shift in comedy towards politically correct narratives, which he believes has taken away from the pure joy and laughter that comedy can bring.

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The crisis along our southern border continues apace. We have seen increasing violence, over a million encounters already this fiscal year, and a major increase in the number of people on terrorist watch lists attempting to enter illegally on the southern border. With Title 42 ending in May, is the Administration doing anything to prepare? Dr. Carson talks with Rodney Scott whose thirty year career in the Border Patrol culminated as the 24th Border Patrol Chief. Dr. Carson explores common sense solutions that are available right now to one of the biggest issues facing our nation on today’s episode.

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