Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was extradited to the US in a precision operation where no US troops were killed. Venezuelans worldwide celebrate. Secretary of State Marco Rubio responds to media questions of legality, operational lethality, oil, and national security in a manner matching American leadership—effectively!

Nick Shirley's video and investigation regarding millions of dollars going to daycares in Minnesota with seemingly no children has the nation's attention. The same story seems to be happening in other states, including Washington. The AG's response was to chill any investigation, and we look at why the Somali community would engage in fraud on such a large scale. The answer lies in their beliefs. Join this important conversation.

Author Jay Payleitner joins us with his latest book that brings you a unique, heartwarming, and at times humorous glimpse of our nation from sea to shining sea. Inspiring and fun conversation! Jay Payleitner | Best Selling Author & National Speaker (https://jaypayleitner.com/)

Pastor Shane Idleman, a former fitness expert, brings scripture and common sense together for a great plan to start your new year off right! Questions on food, fasting, fitness, and faith that work! Shane Idleman | Times Change, but Truth Does Not (https://shaneidleman.com/)

A 2025 study from the Family Research Council and Dr. George Barna on churchgoing adults reveals an abiding interest in understanding more about religious freedom and issues on sexuality, abortion, euthanasia, and social and political responsibility. Some results from the study are encouraging; others, such as views on abortion, are discouraging. All of the research is a must-read for pastors and leaders! FRC Study (https://downloads.frc.org/EF/EF23H29.pdf)

Kallie Fell, Executive Director of the Center for Bioethics and Culture Network, joins us to discuss the ramifications of surrogacy and reviews CBC's recent groundbreaking research on the negative outcomes from surrogacy on the health of the birth mother. We also look at the process of young women selling their eggs in order to make surrogacy even possible for some people and the risks involved. The Center for Bioethics & Culture Network (https://cbc-network.org/)

A couple was discovered to have 21 children, all from different surrogate mothers. A sex offender lost his job and went to prison but was able to bring a baby home through surrogacy! These stories highlight the lack of regulation nationwide. Kallie Fell, Executive Director of the Center for Bioethics and Culture Network, joins us with the details surrounding the first story and insights on the issue of surrogacy. The Center for Bioethics & Culture Network (https://cbc-network.org/)

Curiosity supercharges your memory, slows down the aging process, and even makes hostile relationships harmonious. This incredible design feature opens doors in our minds and hearts. Curiosity is key to seeking and finding spiritual truth, wisdom, and understanding. Curious? Join us to find out how it works!

God's character and nature shine forth in studying His Hebrew names. The truth that Jesus is "Immanuel"—God with us—will shift your outlook on life. His presence makes all the difference. Jesus is the answer to our loneliness, our brokenness, and our longings. Melissa Briggs has been teaching Hebrew for years, and she joins us to share her joy in learning!

You will be amazed at what the most common source of awe is, how daily awe-inspired experiences impact your mind, body, and soul, and how experiencing awe causes people to be more virtuous. Scripture and science collide in a powerful way in this show!