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Life may seem like random events coming together—but Dr. Tony Evans shows how God carefully orchestrates circumstances and can “flip the script” in any situation.
They ripped down a Columbus statue, smashed it into pieces, and dumped it into Baltimore Harbor. Years later, a crew goes underwater, hauls it back up, and a brand-new replacement statue ends up installed at the White House. We unpack why that matters, what it says about how a nation remembers its past, and why telling the full American history beats trading in slogans.
From there, we jump to a surprising moment of public faith in sports. Chris Pratt describes standing with his son in a Super Bowl locker room as the Seattle Seahawks drop to their knees in prayer and give glory to God. We talk about why that kind of humility hits so hard right now, and why visible gratitude and courage can shape the next generation far more than another viral rant ever will.
Then we take on the fear factory. Paul Ehrlich’s “Population Bomb” helped mainstream overpopulation panic and a worldview that treats humans as the problem. We walk through the record of predictions that didn’t happen, the personal cost of believing them, and a better biblical framework for environmental stewardship that protects creation without devaluing people. We close with an unexpected bright spot from Hollywood, where an Oscars speech celebrates marriage, children, and the joy of motherhood.
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How are we clearing the smoke of the news entertainment machine? Tune in today as we sum up our conversation about the media here on The Public Square®.
Topic: Rediscovering American History
The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd
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Air Date: Friday, March 27, 2026
True freedom isn’t doing whatever you please—it’s living within the boundaries God sets, where “no” protects, guides, and gives life meaning.
In captivity, a simple broadcast carried the message that transformed a prisoner from the inside out.
Does any of this sound familiar? Your college-age daughter wants to move in with her boyfriend against your wishes. Your son fights you on doing his chores and threatens to run away. Your teen is using their phone inappropriately. In this episode, Mark breaks down these real scenarios sent in by listeners and gives practical advice on dealing with disrespect, entitlement and mental health struggles. Whether you’re grappling with technology issues, defiance or emotional challenges in your family, this Q&A delivers empathy and straight talk to empower you on your parenting journey. Check it out!
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