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This week:
-The United States fell out of the top 20 HAPPIEST countries for the first time, according to the annual “World Happiness Report.” While many are speculating why our happiness has declined so significantly, we will look at what I believe is the core issue!

-Squatters are setting up shop nationwide, and the homeowners are finding it almost impossible to evict them. In some cases, the property owner ends up in handcuffs for being in their own home! How is this happening in a country that upholds the right to own private property?

-Meanwhile, conservative media company The Daily Wire has come under fire after “parting ways” with controversial podcaster Candace Owens. While the move seemed to have been months in the making, it still gave plenty of ammunition for the company’s leadership to be labeled “free-speech HYPOCRITES.” Are their opponents right, or was this a wise move for the company? More importantly, what lessons should we learn from their mess?

-All that and one dive into controversial waters as I examine the “Christ Is King” Twitter trend. To be clear, most are not arguing whether or not Christianity views Jesus as the King of all Kings. The argument is whether this phrase is being used as a covert antisemitic attack. We will dig deep to understand this theologically and see how it applies to this moment! 


All this and more on Episode 55 of the CTP! 

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This week:
-The House of Representatives passed a bill that many are calling a “TikTok ban.” If the bill becomes law, it would force TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest from the app, allowing the popular app to be purchased by an American company. Is this a necessary step to protect American data from the CCP, OR a direct attack on America’s First Amendment? 

-Political Podcaster Matt Walsh took aim at the impoverished island of Haiti and correctly pointed out the devastating state of the country. However, his conclusions deserve some scrutiny. First, he echoes the sentiment of former President Trump when he agrees Haiti is a sh*thole country. Second, because Haitians have nothing to offer America, we cannot allow “hordes of third-world immigrants” to flood our country. I’ll respond to both of these points and add some much-needed nuance!

-Vice President Kamala Harris became the first VP or President to visit an abortion clinic as a part of her “Reproductive Rights Tour.” Is this a brave step towards protecting women’s rights, OR is the second most powerful person on earth giving legitimacy to the mass murder of the unborn?

-All that AND ONE look at a moment between George Janko and Jordan Peterson. Janko’s spiritual transformation has been on display for millions of viewers; however, Dr. Peterson pressed him on his view of pre-marital intimacy. There is a LOT to learn from their interaction!


All this and more on Episode 54 of the CTP! 

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This week:
-Sheldon Johnson became a famous activist for criminal reform after spending 25 years in prison for attempted murder and robbery - even appearing on the Joe Rogan Experience to advocate for change. However, on March 7th, Johnson was arrested after the discovery of a GRUESOME murder that included body parts and a decapitated head in his freezer. Does this prove his cause is misguided?

-Netflix announced their next MASSIVE live event - Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson! The internet, predictably, went nuts. The opinion is somewhat divided - is Jake an insane person for stepping in the ring with the scariest heavyweight of all time / OR? Is Jake a coward for choosing to fight a nearly 60-year-old man? I’ll share my thoughts and the deeper issue this may point to in our culture. 

-Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, or AOC as she is commonly called, was attacked by protestors while trying to enjoy a movie with her husband. In the past, AOC has said, “The whole point of protesting is to make people uncomfortable.” However, the congresswoman was extremely frustrated when the protests came her way. Is this blatant hypocrisy, or is there more to the story?  

-All that AND ONE look at the viral trend “WE DONE WITH THE 90s.” This Twitter conversation revolves around the GOAT debate between Lebron and Michael Jordan. The claim is that 90s basketball was weak, slow, and unskilled; therefore, Jordan’s accolades don’t really count. Is this disrespect of the past warranted, is it simple confirmation bias, OR something much more sinister?!

Let’s find out together on Episode 53 of the CTP! 

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This week:
-Comedian Katt Williams once again went viral, this time on the Joe Rogan Experience. While discussing a WIDE range of topics, Katt jumped into an impromptu apologetic, laying out a compelling case for the existence of God! While his delivery may be unorthodox, the case he makes is something many believers could learn from!

-The Blockbuster sequel to the sci-fi epic DUNE released this weekend to massive critical acclaim! The movie is imbued with political, social, and religious themes that are being discussed far and wide. However, the plot begs for one conversation that I have not heard many people having. A key character in this chapter of the saga is a fetus in the earliest stages of development, which made me wonder, “Did Dune accidentally make the most pro-life movie of the year?”

-MSNBC star Joy Reid attracted mixed reviews after a TikTok rant questioning why some are pushing couples to have more children. In the now infamous video, Reid remarked, “The united states has a population north of 327 million people, why do we need more kids?” Many people think like this, so we will seek to answer that question with both ancient wisdom and modern-day facts. 

-All that, AND ONE look at the controversy surrounding IVF. After Alabama’s ruling stating that embryos created through the process of in vitro fertilization are, in fact, human life and must be protected - a heated conversation has merged over the ethics of the process. We will think carefully through both the facts and feelings surrounding this dilemma and try to figure out how a Christian should navigate this delicate topic. 

All that and more on Episode 52 of the CTP! 

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This week:
-Google released its new AI update, Google Gemini. At first, people were amazed by its ability to give stunning, photo-realistic pictures through a simple text prompt. However, it wasn’t long before people realized it was nearly impossible to get Gemini to create an image with a white person in it. Prompts from “create an image of a pope” to “create an image of the founding fathers” all the way to “create an image of someone eating mayo on white bread…” still, not one white person in sight! We will look at the scary reason that is happening!

-Donald Trump has been ordered to pay over 450 million dollars after losing a civil fraud case in New York City, claiming he manipulated the value of his assets to obtain business financing. Trump can only appeal the decision once he puts up $35 million in bail or puts the total amount into escrow. On top of that, every day he does not pay the fine, he is charged interest on it. Attorney General Leticia James reminds us of this by tweeting the increase in his fine almost every day. Is this the work of a hard-nosed AG or a sorry-winner gloating over someone’s loss?

-Last week, a back-and-forth on social media between TikTok star Madi Hart and her estranged dad went viral. The woman claims she was abandoned, but the dad hit back, claiming he was never a deadbeat dad. Who is right, who is wrong, and what is the MUCH more significant issue at play here?

-And One More segment, looking at the rollercoaster relationship between comedian Shane Gillis and Saturday Night Live. In 2019, Gillis was announced as a new cast member but fired before his debut when non-politically correct skits surfaced online. Just five years later, the comedian hosted the show last weekend! Is this a sign that Cancel Culture is officially dead, or just a lesson to learn from how Shane got back in SNL’s good graces? 

Let’s find out together on Episode 51 of the CTP! 

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This week:
-Tucker Carlson made waves by posting several videos highlighting aspects of Russia that seem much better than their American counterparts. Is this a valuable repudiation of American corruption OR a misguided version of Russian propaganda? 

-District Attorney Fani Willis became a household name with her prosecution of Donald Trump for alleged election interference in Georgia. However, the case has taken a dramatic turn as Willis herself was put on the stand to defend allegations that she profited personally from hiring a romantic partner as the special prosecutor and then taking lavish vacations with him! What happens when those trying to point out corruption are corrupt themselves? 

- The Hawaiin Supreme Court released a decision limiting its citizens’ federal 2nd amendment right to bear arms. The most surprising part of the decision came during a section regarding Hawaii’s historical beliefs. A key phrase is, “The spirit of Aloha clashes with a federally-mandated lifestyle that lets citizens walk around with deadly weapons
during day-to-day activities.” How should we think about this seemingly religious claim allowing Hawaii to ignore the US Constitution?

-All that AND ONE look at one of the most disturbing new AI trends, an app that emulates having conversations with your ex-girlfriend or boyfriend! Simply upload all of your previous interactions into the AI model, and you can live in deception, pretending you never got dumped! Sooooo, let’s pray Jesus comes back soon!

All this and more on Episode 50 of the CTP! 

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This week:
-President Joe Biden had an unfortunate series of blunders during press conferences, leading many to question if he is mentally up to the task of leading the country. To make matters worse, the DOJ released a report stating they would not seek charges against Biden for mishandling classified information. Their reason for not pursuing legal action was that Biden did not have a good enough memory to be held culpable. Is it time to ask whether Biden may, in fact, be compromised? 

-Planned Parenthood recently released a video to their YouTube channel helping young people wrestle through the concept of “virginity.” According to the spokesperson, virginity is a completely made-up concept! By the end of the short video, she is actively encouraging minors to think about all they could gain by becoming sexually active. 

-During Sunday’s Super Bowl, Taylor Swift’s boyfriend (aka tight end Travis Kelce) aggressively approached and made contact with 65-year-old coach Andy Reid. Kelce was mad that he was not put on the field in a play that resulted in a fumble for his team. At this point, no action has been taken to address the incident. Should the Chiefs or the NFL take action - or is there no use crying over spilled milk? 

-All that AND ONE look at the Super Bowl commercial that stirred the most controversy. The ad depicts unlikely pairs where one is washing the other’s feet. Many Christians reacted with disdain, pointing out that Jesus would certainly not stay silent about the sins captured in the photos. Many non-Christians pointed out that some people who funded the commercial have been on the “wrong side” of social issues. We will take a deep look into the story of Jesus washing his disciples’ feet to understand where we should land on this topic!

All this and more on Episode 49 of the CTP! 
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This week:
-We look at the conspiracies surrounding Taylor Swift, the NFL, and the presidential election. Is T-Swift a Psy-Op programmed by the CIA to disrupt the electoral process? Did the NFL cheat to get the Chiefs into the Super Bowl in order to milk the Travis/Taylor relationship for every penny? Are the haters really gonna hate hate, hate, hate hate?? Most importantly, what does this conspiracy say about the state of our culture?

-Congresswoman Ilhan Omar is facing censure in Congress for a speech she gave seemingly pledging her allegiance to Somalia. Is there an issue with someone having deep loyalty to their home country? What are the expectations for our leaders in Congress when it comes to their loyalty?

-Elon Musk was set to receive the largest pay package in history when he beat all odds by increasing Tesla’s revenue nearly exponentially. A Delaware judge ruled against the payments moving forward. Should Elon be given over $50 Billion for his efforts, or is that amount of money simply unethical? 

-All that AND ONE look at Comedian Christ DiStefano went on famous atheist Bill Maher’s podcast and confronted him with facts about Jesus’ life! DiStefano has been reading Lee Strobel’s “A Case For Christ” and held his own against Maher’s attacks! We will look at how weak Maher’s arguments actually are!

Let’s find out on Episode 48 of the CTP! 

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This week:
-Donald Trump continued his winning streak from Iowa and took the New Hampshire primary as well. While Nikki Haley is still in the race, it is assumed that Trump will be the Republican nominee. The response to his wins has been nothing short of apocalyptic. How can we continue as a nation when there is so much vitriol across political lines? 

-Drama continues on the US/Mexico border as Texas seemingly defies a Supreme Court ruling and continues its efforts to secure parts of the Rio Grande River. We have not seen a state vs federal rights issue this obvious since the Civil War! With neither side backing down, realistically, how does this get resolved? 

-Prime Video has begun advertising a new cartoon called Hazbin Hotel, promising “Heaven and hell like you’ve never seen them before. In this new telling of the creation story, Satan is a sympathetic and misunderstood creature the authoritarian rulers of Heaven never gave a chance.  The fact that a major streaming service has no hesitation in advertising a straightforward mockery of God and scripture tells us all we need to know about where our society is at. 

All that and One Look at a viral TEDx clip from Yuval Harari. Harari is an author, journalist, and philosopher who claims that there are no such things as Human Rights. Many people are upset by this clip, but that’s not quite my reaction. 

All this and more, on Episode 47 of the CTP! 

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This week:
-President Biden stopped by Mother Emanuel AME Church and delivered an obviously partisan political speech. This habit is not unique to Biden - Trump also stepped on stage at FBC Dallas to massive cheers and chants. The question for believers is: should the President ever be given the Pulpit??

-Pop star and talk show host Kelly Clarkson has been doling out love and marriage advice post-divorce that has been roundly accepted as pure gold by the culture. However, we will quickly see that her musings on matrimony do not stack up when scrutinized through the lens of ancient wisdom. 

-Internationally, shipping lanes have been disrupted by the Houthis pirates. The West responded with a show of force, but will it make any difference? More importantly, how is it that a relatively underpowered group of terrorists has such an outsized influence? 

All that and One Look at the latest release from Lil Nas X titled “J Christ.” The music video depicts the rapper as an effeminate Jesus on the cross, an angel playing basketball against the devil, and an angelic cheerleader, along with many other scenes. Is this an example of artistic expression or just straight-up blasphemy?

Let’s find out together On Episode 46 of the CTP! 

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