(00:00-09:57): NASCAR Driver Ryan Newman was involved in a serious crash on the final lap of the Daytona 500. He was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. Brian and Ian discuss the community and support he has received from other drivers as well as the update provided by NASCAR about his condition. 

(09:57-39:48): We are joined by filmmaker, Jon Ross. He talks about his rich history of working on some of the biggest projects in the world. He shares his upbringing and how he found his love for film early on. His company, Somebody’s Nobody is aimed at giving people an opportunity to pursue their passion in the film industry while discovering their identity in Christ. 

Jon also discusses his journey on the intersection of faith and artistry. He explains that he didn’t think he could marry both faith and creativity, but over time learned to glorify God in what he did. He was recently nominated for the Black Excellence Award by the African American Arts Alliance of Chicago.  

(40:51-51:16): Iranian Christian convert fears execution if deported for giving wrong answers on Bible quiz. Plus, Brian and Ian discuss this heartbreaking story out of Haiti where 15 people died in a fire at a Bible Church. The controversial Church of Bible Understanding lost accreditation several years ago for unsanitary conditions at the facility.

(51:16-1:01:39): Francis Chan shared his unbelievable experiences of healing during his sermon at Moody’s Founder’s Week. He talks about how he would simply lay hands on people and they were instantly healed of ailments. Brian and Ian listen to some of what he shared and discuss living in mission. 

(1:01:39-1:12:49): Ron Citlau writes “Arthur Brooks is Wrong About Love—Reflections on his Speech at the National Prayer Breakfast”. Brian and Ian listen to a little of Brooks’s remarks at the Prayer Breakfast and reflect on Citlau’s words. 

(1:13:52-1:20:27): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

(00:00-9:39): It’s President’s Day, and Brian and Ian discuss festivities and ways they recognize the holiday. They talk about 16 Inspiring Quotes about Faith and the Bible from U.S. Presidents.

(09:39-19:07): Even for Christians, Trump Has Become a Dating Deal-Breaker. More American couples set out to be “equally yoked” on political matters too. Brian and Ian discuss this piece by Megan Fowler in Christianity Today. 

(19:07-28:15): Willow Creek and Harvest Struggle to Move On. The departures of Bill Hybels and James MacDonald leave churches waiting for new leadership and hoping to rebuild trust. Brian and Ian discuss church healing and the process of rebuilding a church properly. 

(28:15-37:50): Will Somebody Please Hate My Enemies for Me? Donald Trump is making it even harder for Christians to defend him, and yet they still do. Brian and Ian discuss this article on forgiveness by David Frech. 

(38:53-48:47): News out of the Southern Baptist Convention: SBC pastors threaten boycott over inclusion of female teaching pastor Hosanna Wong at conference. Brian and Ian discuss this developing situation of bigotry in the SBC. 

(48:47-58:52): We spoke with Dr. Michael Youssef, the founder and president of Leading The Way with Dr. Michael Youssef, a worldwide ministry that leads the way for people living in spiritual darkness to discover the light of Christ through the creative use of media and on-the-ground ministry teams. He talks to us about his new book “Saving Christianity? The Danger in Undermining Our Faith – and What You Can Do about It” and why it took him nearly four decades to complete. 

(58:52-1:09:15): Ryan Delling writes “7 Warnings for the Worship Movement”, a discussion about why and how not to lose focus on the purpose of worship. It also warns the future of the “sons and daughters” of the faith to not lose sight of the mothers and fathers. 

(1:10:18-1:17:17): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Dogs may not be able to talk, but they might be able to curse, and Colorado is home to the first Demon themed restaurant. Florida is very strict about emotional support presidents, and the men there are marking marked police cars. Meanwhile, cowboys still exist...go figure.

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(00:00-9:39): It’s President’s Day, and Brian and Ian discuss festivities and ways they recognize the holiday. They talk about 16 Inspiring Quotes about Faith and the Bible from U.S. Presidents.

(09:39-19:07): Even for Christians, Trump Has Become a Dating Deal-Breaker. More American couples set out to be “equally yoked” on political matters too. Brian and Ian discuss this piece by Megan Fowler in Christianity Today. 

(19:07-28:15): Willow Creek and Harvest Struggle to Move On. The departures of Bill Hybels and James MacDonald leave churches waiting for new leadership and hoping to rebuild trust. Brian and Ian discuss church healing and the process of rebuilding a church properly. 

(28:15-37:50): Will Somebody Please Hate My Enemies for Me? Donald Trump is making it even harder for Christians to defend him, and yet they still do. Brian and Ian discuss this article on forgiveness by David Frech. 

(38:53-48:47): News out of the Southern Baptist Convention: SBC pastors threaten boycott over inclusion of female teaching pastor Hosanna Wong at conference. Brian and Ian discuss this developing situation of bigotry in the SBC. 

(48:47-58:52): We spoke with Dr. Michael Youssef, the founder and president of Leading The Way with Dr. Michael Youssef, a worldwide ministry that leads the way for people living in spiritual darkness to discover the light of Christ through the creative use of media and on-the-ground ministry teams. He talks to us about his new book “Saving Christianity? The Danger in Undermining Our Faith – and What You Can Do about It” and why it took him nearly four decades to complete. 

(58:52-1:09:15): Ryan Delling writes “7 Warnings for the Worship Movement”, a discussion about why and how not to lose focus on the purpose of worship. It also warns the future of the “sons and daughters” of the faith to not lose sight of the mothers and fathers. 

(1:10:18-1:17:17): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Dogs may not be able to talk, but they might be able to curse, and Colorado is home to the first Demon themed restaurant. Florida is very strict about emotional support presidents, and the men there are marking marked police cars. Meanwhile, cowboys still exist...go figure.

(00:00-08:50): Jeff Bezos drops record-breaking $165M on Beverly Hills home. No residence has ever surpassed Bezos' new home "in size, grandeur, or sheer glamour," according to one real estate expert. Brian and Ian discuss the immense wealth Bezos has acquired.

(08:50-18:02): 5-Hour Rule: If you’re not spending 5 hours per week learning, you’re being irresponsible. Brian and Ian discuss this Medium article by Michael Simmons and talk about what they do during the week to learn. 

(18:02-27:01): Erick Rittenberry writes in Medium “The Comfortable Life is Killing You”. With endless potentialities to change and set our own destinies, why are so many of us bitter and angry and pummeled with an agonizing sense of meaninglessness?

(27:01-36:11): Dustin Benge Tweeted “A “communal walk with Jesus” is better than a “personal walk with Jesus.” I couldn’t make it without other saints!” and then Brian and Ian discuss a quote from Albert Einstein, “The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge, but Imagination!”. 

(37:14-47:23): While the beloved holiday of Valentine’s Day is celebrated by sweethearts worldwide, there is a dark past to the origins. Brian and Ian discuss a brief history on why we celebrate Valentine’s Day. 

(47:23-57:09): Shia LaBeouf says a costar with Down syndrome saved him after problems with alcohol resulted in his arrest. Brian and Ian discuss the once troublesome actor’s bounceback after finding friendship with his co-star a couple years ago. 

(57:09-1:07:29): Brian and Ian are both parents in different stages, but agree that language and approach can change situations for the better, or worse. They discuss 20 phrases to use when your child isn’t listening, by Wendy Snyder.

(1:08:32-1:15:24): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

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(00:00-08:50): Jeff Bezos drops record-breaking $165M on Beverly Hills home. No residence has ever surpassed Bezos' new home "in size, grandeur, or sheer glamour," according to one real estate expert. Brian and Ian discuss the immense wealth Bezos has acquired.

(08:50-18:02): 5-Hour Rule: If you’re not spending 5 hours per week learning, you’re being irresponsible. Brian and Ian discuss this Medium article by Michael Simmons and talk about what they do during the week to learn. 

(18:02-27:01): Erick Rittenberry writes in Medium “The Comfortable Life is Killing You”. With endless potentialities to change and set our own destinies, why are so many of us bitter and angry and pummeled with an agonizing sense of meaninglessness?

(27:01-36:11): Dustin Benge Tweeted “A “communal walk with Jesus” is better than a “personal walk with Jesus.” I couldn’t make it without other saints!” and then Brian and Ian discuss a quote from Albert Einstein, “The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge, but Imagination!”. 

(37:14-47:23): While the beloved holiday of Valentine’s Day is celebrated by sweethearts worldwide, there is a dark past to the origins. Brian and Ian discuss a brief history on why we celebrate Valentine’s Day. 

(47:23-57:09): Shia LaBeouf says a costar with Down syndrome saved him after problems with alcohol resulted in his arrest. Brian and Ian discuss the once troublesome actor’s bounceback after finding friendship with his co-star a couple years ago. 

(57:09-1:07:29): Brian and Ian are both parents in different stages, but agree that language and approach can change situations for the better, or worse. They discuss 20 phrases to use when your child isn’t listening, by Wendy Snyder.

(1:08:32-1:15:24): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”

(00:00-09:33): Snoop Dogg apologizes to Gayle King for attack over Kobe Bryant sexual assault question. "I would like to apologize to you publicly for the language that I used and calling you out of your name and just being disrespectful."

(09:33-19:15): New Harvard Research Says U.S. Christianity Is Not Shrinking, But Growing Stronger. Is churchgoing and religious adherence really in ‘widespread decline’ so much so that conservative believers should suffer ‘growing anxiety’? Brian and Ian discuss this.

(19:15-28:28): Rhode Island priest bans lawmakers from receiving Communion after they supported pro-choice bill. Brian and Ian discuss this Fox News article and how churches have rights to adhere to liturgy and doctrine, to a point. 

(28:28-38:14): Billie Eilish Can Help Us Understand Teenage Anxiety. The Grammy-award winning teen’s dark music can help us have necessary conversations with our children. Brian and Ian touch on the young artists peculiar style and impact she has on the industry. 

(39:17-49:14): News out of the B1G Conference. Colorado's Mel Tucker hired as new Michigan State coach. The Spartans struggled last season in the conference. Brian and Ian discuss...FINISH!!!!

(49:14-54:13): Critics warn school shooter drills may be doing more harm than good: ‘They’re becoming more perverse and obscene’. Brian and Ian talk about the limitations that ought to be placed on school drills of all sorts, including fire, storm, and shooter. 

(54:13-1:09:27): Kate Shellnutt writes “Christians in the Age of Callout Culture” in Christianity Today. How Christians lost the benefit of the doubt—and why we need to find the good in each other again. Brian and Ian discuss forgiveness and petty corrections in the age of technology. 

(1:10:30-1:17:11): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Pennsylvania is home to some pretty shameless burglars and Ohio is home to some passive fast-food bosses. Apparently DUIs while riding a mower in Maine is more common than not, and it’s super easy to move into a house in Michigan. Meanwhile, dinosaurs need a ride to work, too.

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(00:00-09:33): Snoop Dogg apologizes to Gayle King for attack over Kobe Bryant sexual assault question. "I would like to apologize to you publicly for the language that I used and calling you out of your name and just being disrespectful."

(09:33-19:15): New Harvard Research Says U.S. Christianity Is Not Shrinking, But Growing Stronger. Is churchgoing and religious adherence really in ‘widespread decline’ so much so that conservative believers should suffer ‘growing anxiety’? Brian and Ian discuss this.

(19:15-28:28): Rhode Island priest bans lawmakers from receiving Communion after they supported pro-choice bill. Brian and Ian discuss this Fox News article and how churches have rights to adhere to liturgy and doctrine, to a point. 

(28:28-38:14): Billie Eilish Can Help Us Understand Teenage Anxiety. The Grammy-award winning teen’s dark music can help us have necessary conversations with our children. Brian and Ian touch on the young artists peculiar style and impact she has on the industry. 

(39:17-49:14): News out of the B1G Conference. Colorado's Mel Tucker hired as new Michigan State coach. The Spartans struggled last season in the conference. Brian and Ian discuss...FINISH!!!!

(49:14-54:13): Critics warn school shooter drills may be doing more harm than good: ‘They’re becoming more perverse and obscene’. Brian and Ian talk about the limitations that ought to be placed on school drills of all sorts, including fire, storm, and shooter. 

(54:13-1:09:27): Kate Shellnutt writes “Christians in the Age of Callout Culture” in Christianity Today. How Christians lost the benefit of the doubt—and why we need to find the good in each other again. Brian and Ian discuss forgiveness and petty corrections in the age of technology. 

(1:10:30-1:17:11): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Pennsylvania is home to some pretty shameless burglars and Ohio is home to some passive fast-food bosses. Apparently DUIs while riding a mower in Maine is more common than not, and it’s super easy to move into a house in Michigan. Meanwhile, dinosaurs need a ride to work, too.

(00:00-09:07): Brian and Ian discuss The spectacular collapse of Joe Biden as the Democrats’ front-runner, taken from a New York Post article by Ebony Bowden. Biden placed 5th place in New Hampshire receiving only 5% of the total votes. 

(09:07-19:33): Jerry Falwell Jr. Trashes Romney Over Vote to Convict Trump: Like When Scar Betrayed Mufasa. He appeared on Fox News and described Romney as a traitor. He also referred to “voting for Democrats” as a form of betrayal. 

(19:33-28:31): 'Watered-Down' Gospel in U.S. Is Major Concern for 72 Percent of Pastors. Brian and Ian discuss this Christian Headlines article by Michael Foust covering this Barna survey from numerous church leaders’ primary concerns. 

(28:31-38:07): In order to be a true minimalist, one must own no more than 100 items...TOTAL. Brian and Ian talk about this piece by Denaye Barahona: How to Parent Like a Minimalist. Could it be more effective and stress-free? 

(39:09-49:06): Jussie Smollett Indicted Over False Hate Crime Attack By Special Prosecutor; Ex-‘Empire’ Star Back To Court. Brian and Ian discuss this update from the infamous case. They also discuss a prank that occured on a New York City subway. 

(49:06-59:17): A more holistic approach to fighting hunger, on FeedMor.com. Brian and Ian discuss this piece and different take to solving hunger. 

(59:17-1:09:20): A man is suing the NFL $867 Trillion because the halftime show is keeping him from going to Heaven. Brian and Ian discuss this ridiculous story and how others have responded to the show. 

(1:10:23-1:17:08): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”:

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(00:00-09:07): Brian and Ian discuss The spectacular collapse of Joe Biden as the Democrats’ front-runner, taken from a New York Post article by Ebony Bowden. Biden placed 5th place in New Hampshire receiving only 5% of the total votes. 

(09:07-19:33): Jerry Falwell Jr. Trashes Romney Over Vote to Convict Trump: Like When Scar Betrayed Mufasa. He appeared on Fox News and described Romney as a traitor. He also referred to “voting for Democrats” as a form of betrayal. 

(19:33-28:31): 'Watered-Down' Gospel in U.S. Is Major Concern for 72 Percent of Pastors. Brian and Ian discuss this Christian Headlines article by Michael Foust covering this Barna survey from numerous church leaders’ primary concerns. 

(28:31-38:07): In order to be a true minimalist, one must own no more than 100 items...TOTAL. Brian and Ian talk about this piece by Denaye Barahona: How to Parent Like a Minimalist. Could it be more effective and stress-free? 

(39:09-49:06): Jussie Smollett Indicted Over False Hate Crime Attack By Special Prosecutor; Ex-‘Empire’ Star Back To Court. Brian and Ian discuss this update from the infamous case. They also discuss a prank that occured on a New York City subway. 

(49:06-59:17): A more holistic approach to fighting hunger, on FeedMor.com. Brian and Ian discuss this piece and different take to solving hunger. 

(59:17-1:09:20): A man is suing the NFL $867 Trillion because the halftime show is keeping him from going to Heaven. Brian and Ian discuss this ridiculous story and how others have responded to the show. 

(1:10:23-1:17:08): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”:

(00:00-09:43): Vanessa Bryant expressed grief and anger in an Instagram post Monday as she copes with the deaths of her husband Kobe Bryant, their daughter Gigi and seven other people in a helicopter crash last month. Brian and Ian discussed this and the importance of expressing emotions during times of grief. 

(09:43-37:54): We are joined by the Ministry Director for Alpha, John Wentz. He shares his remarkable family origin story as he grew up in the carnival. His father built a funnel cake stand and would travel from carnival to carnival selling cakes. He did not grow up in the faith, and never experienced Jesus until his senior year of high school. 

John then talks about the purpose behind Alpha. It is a platform for people to come and express their doubts and questions about their faith. He discusses the role of prayer in Alpha, and how it takes a back seat on the forefront, but the leaders pray behind the scenes. They want to make everyone feel welcome and comfortable. 

(38:57-49:37): David Brooks writes “The Nuclear Family Was a Mistake” in The Atlantic. The family structure we’ve held up as the cultural ideal for the past half century has been a catastrophe for many. It’s time to figure out better ways to live together.

(49:37-59:54): Courty Christenson and Ben Irwin write “How to Wage Peace in the Comment Section: 7 Things You Should Do”. Brian and Ian discuss how to engage in peaceful conversation on social media. 

(59:54-1:10:08): We love Tim Tebow on this show, and this story only confirms it. He honored 'kings and queens' with special needs in worldwide prom. "We have decided to go out of our way to make the biggest, the most special night of the year for people with special needs because they're worth it and they're special,"

(1:11:11-1:18:22): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: A new species of savage otter was discovered in Florida, and Hell is for real. Apparently modern art is worth a lot of money, especially if you destroy it. Meanwhile, wolves are super desperate for love and probably make better emotional support animals than chickens.

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