(00:00-10:37): Brian and Aubrey discussed President Biden’s speech to Congress and commented on the negative reaction to Tim Scott’s speech.  

(10:37-20:22): What would Jesus say to the Church in America? Brian and Aubrey discussed Caroline Cobb’s Gospel Coalition article, “Would Jesus Turn Over Tables in Today’s Church?”

(20:22-30:34): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Bob Smietana’s Religion News Service article, “‘If you have eyes, plagiarize’: When borrowing a sermon goes too far.”   

(30:34-40:05): Brian and Aubrey talked about turning to God in the midst of tragedy. Aubrey shared a powerful personal story about the loss of her cousin and how this inspired her to write, “The Louder Song: Listening for Hope in the Midst of Lament.”

(40:05-48:41): How can parents help their kids build a relationship with God? Brian and Aubrey discussed this and unpacked Jana Riess’ Religion News Service article, “Parent like your religion depends on it.” 

(48:41-58:57): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE Superheroes. Aubrey’s #1 pick was Captain Marvel and Brian’s #1 pick was Batman.

(58:57-1:08:17): Brian and Aubrey reacted to Francis Chan’s video, “Impossible Unity,” and talked about how the Church can grow in unity.   

(1:08:17-1:17:25): Brian and Aubrey closed the show with some Good News!

Phenomenal 6-yo Skateboarder Performs in Pink Party Dress and Leopard Print Helmet

Family Builds Giant Dinosaur From Take-Out Containers During Hotel Quarantine: Naming It ‘Bagasaurus’

Watch Teen’s Graduation Advice For The Class of 2020 That Won 1st Prize in Global Competition: ‘We got this!’

Affordable Housing Landlord Starts Eviction Fund and is Shocked –Raising $9Mil Kept 3,000 Families in Their Homes

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(00:00-10:37): Brian and Aubrey discussed President Biden’s speech to Congress and commented on the negative reaction to Tim Scott’s speech.  

(10:37-20:22): What would Jesus say to the Church in America? Brian and Aubrey discussed Caroline Cobb’s Gospel Coalition article, “Would Jesus Turn Over Tables in Today’s Church?”

(20:22-30:34): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Bob Smietana’s Religion News Service article, “‘If you have eyes, plagiarize’: When borrowing a sermon goes too far.”   

(30:34-40:05): Brian and Aubrey talked about turning to God in the midst of tragedy. Aubrey shared a powerful personal story about the loss of her cousin and how this inspired her to write, “The Louder Song: Listening for Hope in the Midst of Lament.”

(40:05-48:41): How can parents help their kids build a relationship with God? Brian and Aubrey discussed this and unpacked Jana Riess’ Religion News Service article, “Parent like your religion depends on it.” 

(48:41-58:57): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE Superheroes. Aubrey’s #1 pick was Captain Marvel and Brian’s #1 pick was Batman.

(58:57-1:08:17): Brian and Aubrey reacted to Francis Chan’s video, “Impossible Unity,” and talked about how the Church can grow in unity.   

(1:08:17-1:17:25): Brian and Aubrey closed the show with some Good News!

Phenomenal 6-yo Skateboarder Performs in Pink Party Dress and Leopard Print Helmet

Family Builds Giant Dinosaur From Take-Out Containers During Hotel Quarantine: Naming It ‘Bagasaurus’

Watch Teen’s Graduation Advice For The Class of 2020 That Won 1st Prize in Global Competition: ‘We got this!’

Affordable Housing Landlord Starts Eviction Fund and is Shocked –Raising $9Mil Kept 3,000 Families in Their Homes

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(00:00-9:22): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Erika Edwards’ NBC News article, “Do I need a mask outdoors? CDC says certain activities are safe for fully vaccinated people.” 

(9:22-27:22): Bob Smietana, veteran religion writer and National Reporter for Religion News Service, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his Religion News Service articles, “‘If you have eyes, plagiarize’: When borrowing a sermon goes too far,” and “For evangelical leader Jamie Aten, advocating for vaccines led to a death threat.”

Connect with Bob on Twitter at @bobsmietana  

(27:22-35:23): What is gossip? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and discussed Kate Shellnutt’s Christianity Today article, “Why Defining Gossip Matters in the Church’s Response to Abuse.” 

(35:23-44:45): What distractions are robbing us of the presence of God? Brian and Aubrey chatted about this and shared their thoughts on Tish Harrison Warren’s Christianity Today article, “Log Off and Know that I Am God.”

(44:45-54:22): Brian and Aubrey honored René Padilla and discussed Morgan Lee’s Christianity Today article, “Leaders and Friends Remember C. René Padilla.” 

(54:22-1:02:36): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Andrew Le Peau’s book review at The Gospel Coalition, “We Are Still Amusing Ourselves to Death—35 Years Later.” 

(1:02:36-1:12:03): Brain and Aubrey shared an uplifting clip of Mister Rogers and talked about the importance of remembering the people who have loved and encouraged you throughout your life. 

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(00:00-9:22): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Erika Edwards’ NBC News article, “Do I need a mask outdoors? CDC says certain activities are safe for fully vaccinated people.” 

(9:22-27:22): Bob Smietana, veteran religion writer and National Reporter for Religion News Service, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his Religion News Service articles, “‘If you have eyes, plagiarize’: When borrowing a sermon goes too far,” and “For evangelical leader Jamie Aten, advocating for vaccines led to a death threat.”

Connect with Bob on Twitter at @bobsmietana  

(27:22-35:23): What is gossip? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and discussed Kate Shellnutt’s Christianity Today article, “Why Defining Gossip Matters in the Church’s Response to Abuse.” 

(35:23-44:45): What distractions are robbing us of the presence of God? Brian and Aubrey chatted about this and shared their thoughts on Tish Harrison Warren’s Christianity Today article, “Log Off and Know that I Am God.”

(44:45-54:22): Brian and Aubrey honored René Padilla and discussed Morgan Lee’s Christianity Today article, “Leaders and Friends Remember C. René Padilla.” 

(54:22-1:02:36): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Andrew Le Peau’s book review at The Gospel Coalition, “We Are Still Amusing Ourselves to Death—35 Years Later.” 

(1:02:36-1:12:03): Brain and Aubrey shared an uplifting clip of Mister Rogers and talked about the importance of remembering the people who have loved and encouraged you throughout your life. 

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(00:00-8:32): What does it mean to live with an eternal perspective? Brian and Aubrey discussed this topic and reacted to Coach Kyle Shanahan’s press conference comment, "I can't guarantee that anybody in the world will be alive Sunday. So I can't guarantee who will be on our roster on Sunday. So that goes for all of us."

(8:32-27:49): David French, Senior Editor at The Dispatch, Columnist for Time Magazine, and Author of, Divided We Fall, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his blog post at The French Press, “The Question That Dictates How Christians Approach Culture and Politics.” They also discussed Nancy French’s article at The Dispatch, “New Witnesses Allege Kanakuk Kamps Tried to Cover Up Child Sex Abuse.”

Learn more about David at thedispatch.com and at his blog, The French Press. 

(27:49-35:37): Brian and Aubrey discussed the importance of encouragement and shared people who have encouraged them throughout their lives. 

(35:37-44:41): What does it mean to leave a legacy? Brian and Aubrey discussed the legacy of John Stott and honored him on his 100th birthday.

(44:41-1:04:58): Dallas Jenkins, Creator, Director, and Co-Writer of The Chosen, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about Season 2 of The Chosen and how the series has impacted people around the world. 

Learn more about The Chosen at thechosen.tv and download the free app for The Chosen here.

(1:04:58-1:13:42): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Ike Miller’s Christianity Today article, “Pastors, Seek Divine Presence Over Performance.”

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(00:00-8:32): What does it mean to live with an eternal perspective? Brian and Aubrey discussed this topic and reacted to Coach Kyle Shanahan’s press conference comment, "I can't guarantee that anybody in the world will be alive Sunday. So I can't guarantee who will be on our roster on Sunday. So that goes for all of us."

(8:32-27:49): David French, Senior Editor at The Dispatch, Columnist for Time Magazine, and Author of, Divided We Fall, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his blog post at The French Press, “The Question That Dictates How Christians Approach Culture and Politics.” They also discussed Nancy French’s article at The Dispatch, “New Witnesses Allege Kanakuk Kamps Tried to Cover Up Child Sex Abuse.”

Learn more about David at thedispatch.com and at his blog, The French Press. 

(27:49-35:37): Brian and Aubrey discussed the importance of encouragement and shared people who have encouraged them throughout their lives. 

(35:37-44:41): What does it mean to leave a legacy? Brian and Aubrey discussed the legacy of John Stott and honored him on his 100th birthday.

(44:41-1:04:58): Dallas Jenkins, Creator, Director, and Co-Writer of The Chosen, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about Season 2 of The Chosen and how the series has impacted people around the world. 

Learn more about The Chosen at thechosen.tv and download the free app for The Chosen here.

(1:04:58-1:13:42): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Ike Miller’s Christianity Today article, “Pastors, Seek Divine Presence Over Performance.”

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(00:00-8:40): Brian and Aubrey discussed powerful moments from the Oscars including Tyler Perry’s speech and the Best Director win for Chloé Zhao.

(8:40-26:21): Karen Swallow Prior, Research Professor of English and Christianity & Culture at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Author of On Reading Well: Finding the Good Life through Great Books, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her Christianity Today article, “Reading Is Up During the Pandemic. That’s Good for Christians.” and her Religion News Service column, “Beth Moore left the SBC after the SBC left women to fend for themselves.”   

Learn more about Karen and her books at karenswallowprior.com and connect with her on Twitter at @KSPrior

(26:21-34:29): Brian and Aubrey reacted to Will Mancini’s tweet, “67% of people who’ve engaged with online services during COVID-19 say they're learning just as much from an online message as they learn in person. (Barna) Pastors, it may feel strange preaching to a less-full room ... just know that your message is still getting through.”

(34:29-44:40): Brian and Aubrey discussed Elizabeth Chuck’s NBC News article, “Even after being fully vaccinated, many still wrestle with a fear of catching Covid.”

(44:40-54:10): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE concerts they’ve been to. Aubrey’s #1 pick was Justin Timberlake & Jay Z and Brian’s #1 pick was Bon Jovi. 

(54:10-1:03:22): Brian and Aubrey chatted with listeners about what they’ve been doing more of during the pandemic.  

(1:03:22-1:11:47): What does it mean to be content? Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on  Brian J. Tabb’s Themelios column, “The Neglected Virtue of Contentment.”

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(00:00-8:40): Brian and Aubrey discussed powerful moments from the Oscars including Tyler Perry’s speech and the Best Director win for Chloé Zhao.

(8:40-26:21): Karen Swallow Prior, Research Professor of English and Christianity & Culture at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Author of On Reading Well: Finding the Good Life through Great Books, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her Christianity Today article, “Reading Is Up During the Pandemic. That’s Good for Christians.” and her Religion News Service column, “Beth Moore left the SBC after the SBC left women to fend for themselves.”   

Learn more about Karen and her books at karenswallowprior.com and connect with her on Twitter at @KSPrior

(26:21-34:29): Brian and Aubrey reacted to Will Mancini’s tweet, “67% of people who’ve engaged with online services during COVID-19 say they're learning just as much from an online message as they learn in person. (Barna) Pastors, it may feel strange preaching to a less-full room ... just know that your message is still getting through.”

(34:29-44:40): Brian and Aubrey discussed Elizabeth Chuck’s NBC News article, “Even after being fully vaccinated, many still wrestle with a fear of catching Covid.”

(44:40-54:10): Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE concerts they’ve been to. Aubrey’s #1 pick was Justin Timberlake & Jay Z and Brian’s #1 pick was Bon Jovi. 

(54:10-1:03:22): Brian and Aubrey chatted with listeners about what they’ve been doing more of during the pandemic.  

(1:03:22-1:11:47): What does it mean to be content? Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on  Brian J. Tabb’s Themelios column, “The Neglected Virtue of Contentment.”

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(00:00-8:51): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Michael Foust’s ChristianHeadlines.com article, “57 Percent in U.S. Are Searching for More Meaning and Purpose to Life, Poll Shows.”

(8:51-30:37): Scott Sauls, Senior Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee and Author of “A Gentle Answer: Our 'Secret Weapon' in an Age of Us Against Them,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, cancel culture, and his blog post, “Can Christianity Become Beautiful Again?”

Learn more about Scott at his website: scottsauls.com and connect with him on Twitter at @scottsauls

**This interview originally aired on 04/19/21.**

(30:37-38:23): Brian and Aubrey discussed Ann Voskamp’s blog post, “A Way to Battle Anxiety.”

(38:23-45:20): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Christina Wyman’s Essay for NBC’s THINK newsletter, “Social distancing during Covid means no hugs. My personal space finally feels respected.” 

(45:20-1:03:01): Dr. Andrew Walker, Associate Professor of Christian Ethics at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Executive Director for the Carl F. H. Henry Institute for Evangelical Engagement, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his new book “Liberty for All: Defending Everyone's Religious Freedom in a Pluralistic Age.” 

Learn more about Andrew at his website, andrewtwalker.com

**This interview originally aired on 04/14/21.** 

(1:03:01-1:13:43): Rich and Susan Kollenberg, Co-Founders of Just As I Am Ministries, Coauthors of “Clean: Seven Steps to Freedom,” and Hosts of “Freedom to Choose” heard Sunday mornings at 9am on AM 1160, joined Brian to chat about their ministry, their amazing story of transformation, and their radio show.  

Learn more about Rich and Susan at justasiamministries.com

**This interview originally aired on 04/09/21.**

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(00:00-8:51): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Michael Foust’s ChristianHeadlines.com article, “57 Percent in U.S. Are Searching for More Meaning and Purpose to Life, Poll Shows.”

(8:51-30:37): Scott Sauls, Senior Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee and Author of “A Gentle Answer: Our 'Secret Weapon' in an Age of Us Against Them,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his book, cancel culture, and his blog post, “Can Christianity Become Beautiful Again?”

Learn more about Scott at his website: scottsauls.com and connect with him on Twitter at @scottsauls

**This interview originally aired on 04/19/21.**

(30:37-38:23): Brian and Aubrey discussed Ann Voskamp’s blog post, “A Way to Battle Anxiety.”

(38:23-45:20): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Christina Wyman’s Essay for NBC’s THINK newsletter, “Social distancing during Covid means no hugs. My personal space finally feels respected.” 

(45:20-1:03:01): Dr. Andrew Walker, Associate Professor of Christian Ethics at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Executive Director for the Carl F. H. Henry Institute for Evangelical Engagement, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about his new book “Liberty for All: Defending Everyone's Religious Freedom in a Pluralistic Age.” 

Learn more about Andrew at his website, andrewtwalker.com

**This interview originally aired on 04/14/21.** 

(1:03:01-1:13:43): Rich and Susan Kollenberg, Co-Founders of Just As I Am Ministries, Coauthors of “Clean: Seven Steps to Freedom,” and Hosts of “Freedom to Choose” heard Sunday mornings at 9am on AM 1160, joined Brian to chat about their ministry, their amazing story of transformation, and their radio show.  

Learn more about Rich and Susan at justasiamministries.com

**This interview originally aired on 04/09/21.**

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