Top headlines for Friday, May 30, 2025

In this episode, we start with an athletic apparel company's legal battle against Colorado's anti-discrimination law, exploring the tension between business practices and trans rights. Next, we turn our focus to accusations leveled at the UN and media outlets by a watchdog group, alleging they have fueled anti-Semitic sentiment through alarming reports about the situation in Gaza. 

Shifting gears, we examine the European Union's investigation into Pornhub and other adult websites regarding their efforts to prevent minors from accessing explicit content. Finally, we take an intimate look at Bear Grylls, the renowned adventurer who credits his Christian faith with transforming his life from the inside out. 

00:11 Apparel company seeks to stop Colorado's new trans law
01:05 UN, media called out for claim about babies in Gaza: watchdog
02:10 Pornhub, other porn sites face EU child safety investigation
03:01 California to change high school sports rules after Trump threat
03:56 Missouri Supreme Court reinstates abortion safety requirements
04:53 Black Christians back Democrats despite social conservatism: data
05:43 Bear Grylls details how faith changed him 'from the inside out'

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• Apparel company seeks to stop Colorado's new trans law | Politics
• UN, media called out for claim about babies in Gaza: watchdog | World
• Pornhub, other porn sites face EU child safety investigation | Business
• California to change high school sports rules after Trump threat | Sports
• Missouri Supreme Court reinstates abortion safety requirements | Politics
• Black Christians back Democrats despite social conservatism: data | Politics
• Bear Grylls details how faith changed him 'from the inside out' | Entertainment

Top headlines for Thursday, May 29, 2025

In this episode, a high school valedictorian who stood up for his Christian beliefs, delivering an inspiring speech despite attempts to censor him. Next, we explore the recent turbulent phone call between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump, shedding light on the complex dynamics of international relations. Lastly, we discuss a thought-provoking moment from Jubilee Media’s Surrounded series, where Jordan Peterson revealed why he doesn't identify as a Christian in a candid exchange with an atheist. 

00:11 Trump-Netanyahu phone call on Iran was tense, heated: report
01:00 Do Christians who die by suicide go to Heaven? NT Wright answers
01:59 PCUSA may drop below 1 million members by end of 2025: report
02:52 Sanctus Real replaces Newsboys on canceled Canada tour
03:46 Judge blocks NY from forcing photographer to work gay weddings
04:48 Jordan Peterson refuses to identify as Christian in viral debate
05:42 Valedictorian resists censorship attempts, touts Christ in speech

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• Do Christians who die by suicide go to Heaven? NT Wright answers | Podcast
• Valedictorian resists censorship attempts, touts Christ in speech | Politics
• PCUSA may drop below 1 million members by end of 2025: report | Church & Ministries
• Sanctus Real replaces Newsboys on canceled Canada tour | Entertainment
• Trump-Netanyahu phone call on Iran was tense, heated: report | World
• Judge blocks NY from forcing photographer to work gay weddings | Politics
• Jordan Peterson refuses to identify as Christian in viral debate | Entertainment

Top headlines for Wednesday, May 28, 2025

In this episode, we explore the recent move by Texas lawmakers to mandate the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom, a decision that awaits the governor's signature. Then, we turn our attention to international affairs, discussing reports that U.S. President Donald Trump is poised to declare a ceasefire in Gaza in the near future, a critical development for the region. Finally, we highlight a cautionary message from Bishop T.D. Jakes, who addressed college graduates with thought-provoking insights on the implications of artificial intelligence and the challenges of preparing for an uncertain technological future.

00:11 Texas House passes bill requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms
01:04 Trump will announce a US-brokered Gaza ceasefire: report
01:54 TD Jakes warns college graduates about AI
02:43 Evangelical pastor detained by ICE despite stay of removal
03:35 France seeing rise in church attacks amid warnings of ‘Christianophobia’
04:32 Supreme Court won't help kid punished for 'only 2 genders' shirt
05:20 Trump admin. blocked from removing papers over trans references

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• Texas House passes bill requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms | U.S.
• Trump will announce a US-brokered Gaza ceasefire: report | World
• TD Jakes warns college graduates about AI | U.S.
• Evangelical pastor detained by ICE despite stay of removal | Politics
• France seeing rise in church attacks amid warnings of ‘Christianophobia’ | World
• Supreme Court won't help kid punished for 'only 2 genders' shirt | Politics
• Trump admin. blocked from removing papers over trans references | U.S.

Top headlines for Tuesday, May 27, 2025

In this episode, we discuss the sudden cancellation of the highly anticipated Newsboys 2025 Canadian tour by Faith Live, leaving fans and attendees wondering what's next. Then, we turn our attention to Virginia, as Gateway Church announces the appointment of Daniel Floyd, the esteemed founder of a megachurch, as their new senior pastor. Lastly, we pay tribute to Phil Robertson, beloved patriarch of the Robertson family, known for his wisdom and faith-driven life, who passed away at 79 following his battle with Alzheimer's. 

00:12 Newsboys' Canada tour canceled amid 'lack of transparency'
01:08 Gateway Church names new senior pastor after Morris resignation
01:57 'Duck Dynasty'' star Phil Robertson dies at 79
02:52 Trump officials meet UK pro-lifers arrested for silent prayer
03:48 Pastor challenges African Evangelicals to engage 'now generation'
05:00 Gazans seen protesting Hamas in 'unprecedented' display: report
05:53 Bone figurines in Negev tombs link to early Ethiopian Christians

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• Newsboys' Canada tour canceled amid 'lack of transparency' | Entertainment
• Gateway Church names new senior pastor after Morris resignation | Church & Ministries
• 'Duck Dynasty'' star Phil Robertson dies at 79 | Entertainment
• Trump officials meet UK pro-lifers arrested for silent prayer | World
• Pastor challenges African Evangelicals to engage 'now generation' | World
• Gazans seen protesting Hamas in 'unprecedented' display: report | World
• Bone figurines in Negev tombs link to early Ethiopian Christians | World

Top headlines for Monday, May 26, 2025

In this episode, we delve into the world of academia and recognition, as former U.S. Assistant Secretary for Health Rachel Levine is honored with an honorary degree, spotlighting the significance of diversity in leadership. Next, we shift gears to the corporate arena, where Verizon has put its DEI initiatives on hold to push forward its massive $20 billion acquisition of Frontier Communications, a move that raises questions about the balance between corporate responsibility and growth. Lastly, we examine the legal scrutiny facing former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, as the Department of Justice launches an investigation into his controversial actions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

00:12 DOJ investigating Andrew Cuomo over COVID-19 nursing home deaths
00:59 Verizon acknowledges DEI policies may be 'discrimination'
01:53 Rachel Levine awarded honorary doctorate by all-women's college
02:47 Anglican bishops say Israel's war in Gaza no longer 'defensive'
03:34 Texas AG to investigate swimming org. male dominates women's meet
04:27 'Dire' situation for Gaza Christians: Evangelical Palestinian
05:27 Breanna Nix hits No. 1 on iTunes country songs chart

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• Rachel Levine awarded honorary doctorate by all-women's college | Education
• Anglican bishops say Israel's war in Gaza no longer 'defensive' | World
• Texas AG to investigate swimming org. male dominates women's meet | Sports
• 'Dire' situation for Gaza Christians: Evangelical Palestinian | World
• Verizon acknowledges DEI policies may be 'discrimination' | Business
• DOJ investigating Andrew Cuomo over COVID-19 nursing home deaths | Politics
• Breanna Nix hits No. 1 on iTunes country songs chart | Entertainment

Top headlines for Friday, May 23, 2025

In this episode, we examine the tense exchange in the Oval Office as President Donald Trump confronts South African President Cyril Ramaphosa over serious allegations of genocide. Shifting gears, we explore the vibrant and diverse upcoming theater season at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, highlighting the intriguing trend of men dressing as women in several productions. Lastly, we cover the tragic incident involving the shooting of two Israeli Embassy staffers outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., and the subsequent arrest of a suspect.

00:11 Trump shows South African president video of memorial to dead
01:07 2 Israeli Embassy staffers killed in antisemitic shooting
02:08 Pete Hegseth leads prayer to 'King Jesus' during Pentagon event
03:01 Kennedy Center's upcoming theater season includes men in drag
03:46 City settles with atheist group to end legal fight over prayer
04:43 School video depicts white students as mosquitoes: complaint
05:35 Patricia Heaton, husband David Hunt talk infusing films with 'truth and hope,' raising godly kids

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• Trump shows South African president video of memorial to dead | U.S.
• 2 Israeli Embassy staffers killed in antisemitic shooting | U.S.
• Pete Hegseth leads prayer to 'King Jesus' during Pentagon event | Politics
• Kennedy Center's upcoming theater season includes men in drag | Entertainment
• City settles with atheist group to end legal fight over prayer | U.S.
• School video depicts white students as mosquitoes: complaint | Education
• Patricia Heaton, husband David Hunt talk infusing films with 'truth and hope,' raising godly kids

Top headlines for Thursday, May 22, 2025

In this episode, we start by exploring a recent appeals court decision that bars the FCC from requiring conservative Christian broadcasters to reveal employee demographic data, unpacking the implications for religious broadcasters. Switching gears, we spotlight the bipartisan approval of the TAKE IT DOWN Act, signed into law by President Trump, largely credited to the advocacy of First Lady Melania Trump. 

We honor the impactful life of Kay Arthur, beloved Christian author and co-founder of Precept Ministries International, who passed away at 91. Lastly, we discuss the results of a recent survey revealing that most Americans dismiss the notion of an absolute moral truth, with insights from George Barna on the potential consequences for the Christian community. 

00:11 Evangelicals urge 'AI President' Trump to launch advisory council to address 'profound ethical questions'
01:13 FCC can’t force NRB to report employee demographics: court
02:27 New law criminalizing revenge porn hailed as 'national victory'
03:20 Kay Arthur, Christian author and Bible teacher, dies at 91
04:10 Joe Rogan is 'attending church' consistently, Wes Huff says
05:00 Most Americans reject the concept of absolute moral truth: survey
05:57 Woman says chance encounter with Trump saved her from suicide

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• Evangelicals urge 'AI President' Trump to launch advisory council to address 'profound ethical questions'
• FCC can’t force NRB to report employee demographics: court | Politics
• New law criminalizing revenge porn hailed as 'national victory' | Politics
• Kay Arthur, Christian author and Bible teacher, dies at 91 | Church & Ministries
• Joe Rogan is 'attending church' consistently, Wes Huff says | Entertainment
• Most Americans reject the concept of absolute moral truth: survey | U.S.
• Woman says chance encounter with Trump saved her from suicide | Living

Top headlines for Wednesday, May 21, 2025

In this episode, we explore the shocking case of a 25-year-old suspect linked to a catastrophic explosion at a California fertility clinic and the disturbing online content that may have foreshadowed this event. Next, we examine the controversy surrounding Nike as XX-XY Athletics challenges the sports giant on its stance regarding women's sports amidst reports of funding a study on trans athletes. Finally, we turn our focus to the geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran, sparked by comments from President Trump's special envoy on the sensitive issue of uranium enrichment. 

00:11 Suspect in IVF clinic bombing declared 'war against pro-lifers'
01:02 Athletes blast Nike over trans sports study
02:08 New impasse? Iran rejects US demands to give up enrichment
03:04 Evangelical pastors detail White House visit, meeting Paula White
04:04 Jamal Bryant plans Memorial Day weekend Target protest
04:56 Bible reading is rising among younger men, surprising researchers
05:48 Film told through Apostle John’s eyes to hit theaters

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• Suspect in IVF clinic bombing declared 'war against pro-lifers'
• Athletes blast Nike over trans sports study | Sports
• New impasse? Iran rejects US demands to give up enrichment | World
• Evangelical pastors detail White House visit, meeting Paula White | Podcast
• Jamal Bryant plans Memorial Day weekend Target protest | Church & Ministries
• Bible reading is rising among younger men, surprising researchers | Church & Ministries
• Film told through Apostle John’s eyes to hit theaters | Entertainment

Top headlines for Tuesday, May 20, 2025

In this episode, we discuss the recent health challenges facing former President Biden, who has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer that has unfortunately spread to his bones. We'll explore the ongoing review of treatment options by his family. Next, we cover the U.S. Department of Education's decision to dismiss an unprecedented $37.7 million fine against Grand Canyon University, examining the implications for higher education institutions. Finally, we look into a controversial new bill introduced in California that would empower courts to override parental objections to changes in their child's name and sex on official documents, exploring the potential impacts on families and the legal system. 

00:12 Biden has prostate cancer with bone spread, reviewing treatment
01:11 Dept. of Education rescinds $37.7 million fine against GCU
02:04 NYC college sued for terminating Jewish professors
02:56 Calif. bill would OK courts to overrule parents for name changes
03:57 PCUSA to require clergy to answer questions about LGBT views
04:50 Kirk Cameron on discipling children in a dark culture
05:37 ‘American Idol’ winner Jamal Roberts grew up singing in church

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• Biden has prostate cancer with bone spread, reviewing treatment | Politics
• Dept. of Education rescinds $37.7 million fine against GCU | Education
• NYC college sued for terminating Jewish professors | U.S.
• Calif. bill would OK courts to overrule parents for name changes | Politics
• PCUSA to require clergy to answer questions about LGBT views | Church & Ministries
• Kirk Cameron on discipling children in a dark culture | Podcast
• ‘American Idol’ winner Jamal Roberts grew up singing in church | Entertainment

Top headlines for Monday, May 19, 2025

In this engaging episode, we explore the political tensions surrounding the confirmation of President Trump's nominee for U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See, highlighting accusations from a GOP senator about alleged Democratic obstruction. Then, we shift to a compelling story of transformation and activism as we discuss how an ex-porn star-turned-pastor is playing a pivotal role in raising awareness about abuses within the pornography industry, coinciding with the release of a crucial report by the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE). Plus, we turn our attention to international affairs, where President Trump's statements on the prospect of a nuclear deal and lasting peace with Iran suggest a hopeful future in U.S.-Iran relations. 

00:11 Dems block Trump's Holy See nomination ahead of installalation
01:15 Illegal immigrant mom convicted of sex trafficking her daughter
02:04 Pope Leo affirms Catholic Church teaching on abortion, marriage
03:04 Ex-porn star-turned-pastor reveals how God saved his life
04:02 US, Iran ‘close’ to deal and ‘long term peace,’ Trump says
05:00 UK churches see twice as many people commit to following Christ
06:01 Comedian Carrie Murphy on joy of knowing Jesus through laughter

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• Dems block Trump's Holy See nomination ahead of installalation | Politics
• Illegal immigrant mom convicted of sex trafficking her daughter | U.S.
• Pope Leo affirms Catholic Church teaching on abortion, marriage | World
• Ex-porn star-turned-pastor reveals how God saved his life | U.S.
• US, Iran ‘close’ to deal and ‘long term peace,’ Trump says | Politics
• UK churches see twice as many people commit to following Christ | Living
• Comedian Carrie Murphy on joy of knowing Jesus through laughter | Podcast