Hello Fred!

Hello Fred!

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Hello Fred! episodes

  • The WallBuilders Show - Separating Freemason Myths From Founding Facts

    The internet loves a secret backstory, especially when it can slap a scary label on the Founding Fathers. We take one of the most common claims head-on: “The founders were Freemasons, so America wasn’t really built on biblical values.” Instead of trading hot takes, we walk through what the historical record actually shows, why the numbers are often exaggerated, and why membership claims are not the same thing as real influence.

    We also dig into the example everyone brings up, George Washington. Yes, he had a documented Masonic connection, but the question is what that looked like in practice. We compare the popular narrative to the recorded reality, including Washington’s own words about how rarely he attended lodge. Then we address the Washington, D.C. design rumors, including the “pentagram in D.C.” storyline, and explain why late-blooming claims without early evidence should raise your skepticism.

    From there, the conversation shifts into modern policy and civic responsibility. We discuss the Texas law requiring age verification to download apps and ask whether it’s government overreach or a reasonable way to help parents protect kids from exploitation and grooming. Finally, we respond to a question about the Save Act and why Senate leaders don’t bring bills up when the votes aren’t there yet.

    If you care about Freemasonry and the Founding Fathers, George Washington’s faith, Washington D.C. conspiracy claims, parental rights online, and limited government that actually functions, this one is for you. Subscribe, share it with a friend who loves a good history debate, and leave a review so more people can find the show.

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  • Focus on the Family with Jim Daly - What to Do with Your Wayward Adult Child (Part 2 of 2)

    Your children used to be model kids—until they grew up and decided to try “adulting” on their own. As the dad of three adult daughters, Dr. Jim Burns shares practical ways to navigate this new season of parenting, keeping the welcome mat out and the opinions to a minimum. On this two-day broadcast, you’ll learn about topics like healthy boundaries, estrangement, and reconciliation with your wayward adult child.
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