(00:00-8:17): Brian and Aubrey reacted to the tragic news about a public transit employee, who opened fire on co-workers at the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority. They also chatted about Stephen Collinson’s CNN article, “The Covid-19 origin story has massive political consequences.”

(8:17-17:01): Heather Case, Founder and CEO of One Purse, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her mission to help sex trafficking survivors and the 1000 Bag Challenge.

Learn more about Heather and her organization at onepurse.org

(17:01-26:26): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on regret and discussed Hannah Sparks New York Post article, “Infamous bitcoin pizza guy who squandered $365M haul has no regrets.”

(26:26-35:55): Brian and Aubrey discussed John Paluska’s Christian Headlines article, “Colorado Hospital System Declares 'Pediatric Mental Health State of Emergency' amid Rising Youth Suicide Rates.”

(35:55-44:46): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on the reaction to Kevin DeYoung’s Gospel Coalition article, “Let Us Reason Together About Complementarianism.” They also chatted about how churches can empower women. 

(44:46-1:03:10): Dr. Kelly Flanagan, Founder of Artisan Clinical Associates and the Author of  “Loveable: Embracing What Is Truest About You, So You Can Truly Embrace Your Life,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about tools for dealing with anxiety & depression and his book, “True Companions: A Book for Everyone About the Relationships That See Us Through.”

Learn more about Kelly and his books at drkellyflanagan.com

(1:03:10-1:13:09): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Emily Wood’s Christian Post article, “Why a 24-y-o left her dream job to mobilize Americans to march for persecuted Christians.” They also honored the life of Archaeologist Eilat Mazar.

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(00:00-8:17): Brian and Aubrey reacted to the tragic news about a public transit employee, who opened fire on co-workers at the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority. They also chatted about Stephen Collinson’s CNN article, “The Covid-19 origin story has massive political consequences.”

(8:17-17:01): Heather Case, Founder and CEO of One Purse, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her mission to help sex trafficking survivors and the 1000 Bag Challenge.

Learn more about Heather and her organization at onepurse.org

(17:01-26:26): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on regret and discussed Hannah Sparks New York Post article, “Infamous bitcoin pizza guy who squandered $365M haul has no regrets.”

(26:26-35:55): Brian and Aubrey discussed John Paluska’s Christian Headlines article, “Colorado Hospital System Declares 'Pediatric Mental Health State of Emergency' amid Rising Youth Suicide Rates.”

(35:55-44:46): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on the reaction to Kevin DeYoung’s Gospel Coalition article, “Let Us Reason Together About Complementarianism.” They also chatted about how churches can empower women. 

(44:46-1:03:10): Dr. Kelly Flanagan, Founder of Artisan Clinical Associates and the Author of  “Loveable: Embracing What Is Truest About You, So You Can Truly Embrace Your Life,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about tools for dealing with anxiety & depression and his book, “True Companions: A Book for Everyone About the Relationships That See Us Through.”

Learn more about Kelly and his books at drkellyflanagan.com

(1:03:10-1:13:09): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Emily Wood’s Christian Post article, “Why a 24-y-o left her dream job to mobilize Americans to march for persecuted Christians.” They also honored the life of Archaeologist Eilat Mazar.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-9:41): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the Royal Family and discussed Prince Harry and Oprah Winfrey’s Mental Health Series, “The Me You Can't See.” 

(9:41-26:09): Joe Carter, Editor for The Gospel Coalition, Author of “The Life and Faith Field Guide for Parents,” Coauthor of “How to Argue Like Jesus: Learning Persuasion from History’s Greatest Communicator,” and Associate Pastor at McLean Bible Church, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, “The Life and Faith Field Guide for Parents,” and his recent Gospel Coalition articles. 

The FAQs: What Are People Saying About UFOs?

When We Don’t Delight in Reading Scripture

Supreme-Court Case Could Undermine Roe’s Viability

Learn more about Joe and his articles at thegospelcoalition.org

(26:09-33:51): Brian and Aubrey discussed Megan Fowler’s Christianity Today article, “Wheaton’s New Jim Elliot Plaque Does More Than Remove ‘Savage.’”  

(33:51-42:31): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the importance of words of encouragement. They also discussed a heartwarming story from Good Morning America about a “Retiring police officer who made a touching final dispatch call to his future wife.”

(42:31-1:00:42): Sarah Zylstra, Senior Writer & Faith-and-Work Editor for The Gospel Coalition and Coauthor of “Gospelbound: Living with Resolute Hope in an Anxious Age,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her book, some of her recent Gospel Coalition articles. Sarah also talked about The Gospel Coalition 2022 Women’s Conference, “Remember Your Joy.”

“Has Global Religious Freedom Seen Its Best Days?”

“Religious Freedom Advocacy in 2021”

“Should Churches Pay Off Medical Debt for the Poor?”

Learn more about Sarah and her articles at thegospelcoalition.org and connect with her on Twitter at @sarahezylstra

(1:00:42-1:10:37): Brian and Aubrey shared encouragement for graduates and commented on iHeartRadio’s Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021 featuring Erin Andrews and Michelle Williams.

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(00:00-9:41): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the Royal Family and discussed Prince Harry and Oprah Winfrey’s Mental Health Series, “The Me You Can't See.” 

(9:41-26:09): Joe Carter, Editor for The Gospel Coalition, Author of “The Life and Faith Field Guide for Parents,” Coauthor of “How to Argue Like Jesus: Learning Persuasion from History’s Greatest Communicator,” and Associate Pastor at McLean Bible Church, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, “The Life and Faith Field Guide for Parents,” and his recent Gospel Coalition articles. 

The FAQs: What Are People Saying About UFOs?

When We Don’t Delight in Reading Scripture

Supreme-Court Case Could Undermine Roe’s Viability

Learn more about Joe and his articles at thegospelcoalition.org

(26:09-33:51): Brian and Aubrey discussed Megan Fowler’s Christianity Today article, “Wheaton’s New Jim Elliot Plaque Does More Than Remove ‘Savage.’”  

(33:51-42:31): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the importance of words of encouragement. They also discussed a heartwarming story from Good Morning America about a “Retiring police officer who made a touching final dispatch call to his future wife.”

(42:31-1:00:42): Sarah Zylstra, Senior Writer & Faith-and-Work Editor for The Gospel Coalition and Coauthor of “Gospelbound: Living with Resolute Hope in an Anxious Age,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her book, some of her recent Gospel Coalition articles. Sarah also talked about The Gospel Coalition 2022 Women’s Conference, “Remember Your Joy.”

“Has Global Religious Freedom Seen Its Best Days?”

“Religious Freedom Advocacy in 2021”

“Should Churches Pay Off Medical Debt for the Poor?”

Learn more about Sarah and her articles at thegospelcoalition.org and connect with her on Twitter at @sarahezylstra

(1:00:42-1:10:37): Brian and Aubrey shared encouragement for graduates and commented on iHeartRadio’s Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2021 featuring Erin Andrews and Michelle Williams.

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(00:00-7:23): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on the “'God Bless The USA Bible' to Be Released on 20th Anniversary of 9/11.”

(7:23-16:57): Brian and Aubrey reacted to the news about “TikTok CEO Zhang Yiming Resigning With A $44 Billion Fortune So He Can "Read More Books And Daydream."”   

(16:57-26:53): What can we do when we find ourselves feeling apathetic in our faith? Brian and Aubrey chatted about this and discussed Marshall Segal’s Desiring God article, “Let the Lukewarm Come to Me.”

(26:53-35:54): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Peter Newman’s Gospel Coalition article, “Why Do We Go to Church? Because We’re Forgetful.”

(35:54-45:23): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s death. They also discussed Bill Chappell’s NPR article, “10 Questions About Empathy In America, A Year After George Floyd's Death.”  

(45:23-53:36): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Ike Miller’s Tweet, “A Pastor’s Monday prayer: God, you are my peace. The approval of others is not my peace. My perfect performance is not my peace. High attendance is not my peace. No one being upset with me is not my peace. Jesus, you alone are my peace, and I only find that in your presence.” 

(53:36-1:02:32): Are you ready to head back to the movie theater? Brian and Aubrey chatted about this and shared the activities they’re looking forward to as we move out of the pandemic. 

(1:02:32-1:10:38): Brian and Aubrey talked about Memorial Day and honored Ralph Puckett, Jr., a 94-Year-old who received the Medal of Honor 70 years after his heroism during the Korean War. 

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(00:00-7:23): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on the “'God Bless The USA Bible' to Be Released on 20th Anniversary of 9/11.”

(7:23-16:57): Brian and Aubrey reacted to the news about “TikTok CEO Zhang Yiming Resigning With A $44 Billion Fortune So He Can "Read More Books And Daydream."”   

(16:57-26:53): What can we do when we find ourselves feeling apathetic in our faith? Brian and Aubrey chatted about this and discussed Marshall Segal’s Desiring God article, “Let the Lukewarm Come to Me.”

(26:53-35:54): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Peter Newman’s Gospel Coalition article, “Why Do We Go to Church? Because We’re Forgetful.”

(35:54-45:23): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s death. They also discussed Bill Chappell’s NPR article, “10 Questions About Empathy In America, A Year After George Floyd's Death.”  

(45:23-53:36): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Ike Miller’s Tweet, “A Pastor’s Monday prayer: God, you are my peace. The approval of others is not my peace. My perfect performance is not my peace. High attendance is not my peace. No one being upset with me is not my peace. Jesus, you alone are my peace, and I only find that in your presence.” 

(53:36-1:02:32): Are you ready to head back to the movie theater? Brian and Aubrey chatted about this and shared the activities they’re looking forward to as we move out of the pandemic. 

(1:02:32-1:10:38): Brian and Aubrey talked about Memorial Day and honored Ralph Puckett, Jr., a 94-Year-old who received the Medal of Honor 70 years after his heroism during the Korean War. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-7:48): Brian and Aubrey chatted about pursuing goals and dreams as we grow older. They discussed “Phil Mickelson’s PGA win as the oldest major champ,” and Bob Dylan’s 80th birthday.

(7:48-17:13): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on David French’s blog post at The French Press, “Don’t Let Fear of ‘Wokeness’ Close Hearts and Minds.”

(17:13-27:07): Brian and Aubrey chatted with listeners about the spiritual habits and other activities that have brought them joy over the past year.   

(27:07-36:12): Why are so many people willing to wait in a long line at the drive-thru? Brian shared a story about an extremely long line at a Starbucks drive-thru and chatted with Aubrey about how the pandemic has caused us to avoid human interactions.  

(36:12-46:44): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the season finales of Saturday Night Live and American Idol.  

(46:44-1:06:42): Chris Bail, Professor of Sociology & Public Policy at Duke University and Director of the Polarization Lab, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, “Breaking the Social Media Prism: How to Make Our Platforms Less Polarizing.”

Learn more about Chris and his book at chrisbail.net and connect with him on Twitter at @chris_bail

(1:06:42-1:13:05): Brian and Aubrey discussed Stephanie Vozza’s Fast Company article, “3 pandemic habits you should keep in your post-COVID life.”

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(00:00-7:48): Brian and Aubrey chatted about pursuing goals and dreams as we grow older. They discussed “Phil Mickelson’s PGA win as the oldest major champ,” and Bob Dylan’s 80th birthday.

(7:48-17:13): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on David French’s blog post at The French Press, “Don’t Let Fear of ‘Wokeness’ Close Hearts and Minds.”

(17:13-27:07): Brian and Aubrey chatted with listeners about the spiritual habits and other activities that have brought them joy over the past year.   

(27:07-36:12): Why are so many people willing to wait in a long line at the drive-thru? Brian shared a story about an extremely long line at a Starbucks drive-thru and chatted with Aubrey about how the pandemic has caused us to avoid human interactions.  

(36:12-46:44): Brian and Aubrey chatted about the season finales of Saturday Night Live and American Idol.  

(46:44-1:06:42): Chris Bail, Professor of Sociology & Public Policy at Duke University and Director of the Polarization Lab, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, “Breaking the Social Media Prism: How to Make Our Platforms Less Polarizing.”

Learn more about Chris and his book at chrisbail.net and connect with him on Twitter at @chris_bail

(1:06:42-1:13:05): Brian and Aubrey discussed Stephanie Vozza’s Fast Company article, “3 pandemic habits you should keep in your post-COVID life.”

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(00:00-9:21): Brian and Aubrey reacted to Rep. Tim Ryan’s speech on the House floor after the vast majority of House Republicans voted against an independent commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the Capitol.

(9:21-18:53): Does in-person worship really matter? Are people who have been attending church online going to come back for in-person worship? Brian and Aubrey discussed Frederick Schmidt’s Patheos article, “The Covid-19 Test: Do we really believe church is necessary?”

(18:53-28:13): How can we develop spiritual practices? Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Brandy Bagar-Fraley’s Christianity Today article, “Read God’s Words. Then Write Your Own.”

(28:13-40:37): Brian and Aubrey chatted about their TOP FIVE Musicals. Aubrey’s #2 pick was Wicked and Brian’s #2 pick was Les Misérables. For the #1 spot, they both chose Hamilton!

(40:37-50:03): Brian and Aubrey discussed Milton Quintanilla’s Christian Headlines article, “Just 16 Percent of Millennials Classify as Born-Again Christians, Study Shows.” They also chatted about an interview with Matt Chandler about “Refuting Moral Therapeutic Deism.”

(50:03-1:09:11): Dr. Caroline Leaf, Cognitive Neuroscientist, Bestselling Author, and Host of the podcast, “Cleaning Up The Mental Mess,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her new book, “Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess: 5 Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking and the Neurocycle app.

Learn more about Dr. Leaf at drleaf.com and connect with her on Twitter at @DrCarolineLeaf

(1:09:11-1:17:17): Brian and Aubrey talked about legacy and reacted to Bruce Garlow’s Obituary, which he wrote himself.  

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(00:00-9:21): Brian and Aubrey reacted to Rep. Tim Ryan’s speech on the House floor after the vast majority of House Republicans voted against an independent commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the Capitol.

(9:21-18:53): Does in-person worship really matter? Are people who have been attending church online going to come back for in-person worship? Brian and Aubrey discussed Frederick Schmidt’s Patheos article, “The Covid-19 Test: Do we really believe church is necessary?”

(18:53-28:13): How can we develop spiritual practices? Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Brandy Bagar-Fraley’s Christianity Today article, “Read God’s Words. Then Write Your Own.”

(28:13-40:37): Brian and Aubrey chatted about their TOP FIVE Musicals. Aubrey’s #2 pick was Wicked and Brian’s #2 pick was Les Misérables. For the #1 spot, they both chose Hamilton!

(40:37-50:03): Brian and Aubrey discussed Milton Quintanilla’s Christian Headlines article, “Just 16 Percent of Millennials Classify as Born-Again Christians, Study Shows.” They also chatted about an interview with Matt Chandler about “Refuting Moral Therapeutic Deism.”

(50:03-1:09:11): Dr. Caroline Leaf, Cognitive Neuroscientist, Bestselling Author, and Host of the podcast, “Cleaning Up The Mental Mess,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her new book, “Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess: 5 Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking and the Neurocycle app.

Learn more about Dr. Leaf at drleaf.com and connect with her on Twitter at @DrCarolineLeaf

(1:09:11-1:17:17): Brian and Aubrey talked about legacy and reacted to Bruce Garlow’s Obituary, which he wrote himself.  

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.