(00:00-09:12): Welcome to America, the land of the perpetually whiny and offended. We have touched on cancel culture before, but this USA Today article takes more of a critical take as it states “the left and right are demanding that anyone who annoys them be cast out of polite society.” 

(09:12-18:21): People Who Decorate for Christmas Earlier Are Happier, According to a Psychologist. Brian and Ian think there is a correlation to giving and being content with decorating and giving gifts during the season. However, are we moving past the thanksgiving too soon?

(18:21-28:26): We are joined again by Todd Chatman to talk about the humanitarian crisis in Haiti. For just $82, you can feed an entire family for a year. Call to give at 855-901-4673 or give online here: http://www.foodforthepoor.com/wyll. Todd talks about the reality of poverty in Haiti and the conditions of the streets of their biggest city.

(28:26-37:03): Todd sticks around to continue pushing support for Haiti. The country is in a severe humanitarian crisis, desperate for food. He talks about how the Haitian church is still alive and well regardless of the circumstances. 

(38:06-1:09:15): Editor and Chief of Christianity Today Mark Galli joins the show to discuss his essay series titled “The Elusive Presence”. He hits on the points of reanalyzing American Christianity and what our purpose in the world is. What is the mission and purpose of the Christian? Mark sticks around for another segment to discuss his thoughts on the future of Christianity and how he is hopeful of its future. Whether that takes a decade, or a century, he believes Christianity will prevail. Mark stays for yet another few minutes to talk about his new article “The Temptations of Evangelical Worship”. The article touches on how modern worship seems to stray away from the commandments. “It is not about manufacturing positive religious feelings”

(1:09:15-1:15:35): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Bears, beats, not driving...and Florida is a bottomless pit of amazing and weird stories. Englishman invites nurses to relax, chill, and eat some cake. Meanwhile, a traffic jam jams a heist job in Australia and if you want to find a stolen car...just tell ‘em you got a kid!

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(00:00-09:24): ‘You’ve got to call out evil,’ says pastor of church with Nativity scene separated in cages. Brian and Ian touch on this Religion News story and discuss the fine line between crossing politics and religion. 

(09:24-18:50): Jim Davis writes “Fruitful Ministry In a Changing Age”. Brian and Ian touch on how ministry and outreach has changed for better or worse. 

(18:50-37:32): We are joined again by Todd Chatman to talk about the humanitarian crisis in Haiti. For just $82, you can feed an entire family for a year. Call to give at 855-901-4673 or give online here: http://www.foodforthepoor.com/wyll. Todd talks about the reality of poverty in Haiti and the conditions of the streets of their biggest city.

(38:35-48:45): Todd sticks around to continue pushing support for Haiti. The country is in a severe humanitarian crisis, desperate for food. He talks about how the Haitian church is still alive and well regardless of the circumstances. 

(48:45-59:14): FCC Approves Plan For 3-Digit Suicide Prevention Number Similar To 911. Brian and Ian touch on the tough topic of mental illness and suicide prevention. The number is simply a proposition and is not functional as of now. If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. 

(59:14-1:10:27): To get into the Christmas spirit, Brian and Ian read two encouraging stories of people doing amazing things. The first is Secret Santa pays off $65,000 layaway balance at Walmart, and the second is Actor Gary Sinise Brings over 1,700 Family Members of Fallen Soldiers to Disney World. 

(1:10:27-1:16:00): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Please, seriously, don’t drive drunk, and cheese is now considered an assault weapon. Big shocker: Australia has venomous snakes and California has bears. Meanwhile 1-year-olds are super gullible.

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(00:00-09:43): Michael Vick will still be honored at Pro Bowl amid pushback, Commissioner Roger Goodell says. Brian and Ian discuss this situation, as well as the qualifications of leadership. While he has paid his dues, is Vick disqualified from a leadership role?

(09:43-19:06): When 6th graders can access rape porn on their smartphones, school becomes toxic. We’ve been talking about the dangers of the internet and overall censorship for kids the past few days. This takes the conversation to whole new disturbing level. 

(19:06-28:44): Nancy Guthrie writes in Desiring God “What Grieving People Wish You Knew at Christmas”. Brian and Ian touch on the tough topic of grief and pain during the holidays. They address the void that people feel during a time that strikes memories. 

(28:44-38:35): Scott Sauls writes “Christmas: The Fairy Tale That Must Be True”. Brian and Ian talk about what Scott had to say and discuss how people view Christmas. How can this far-fetched story about a dirt-poor infant, surrounded by miracles (including resurrection) actually be true?

(39:39-50:16): 'Our values are the same': Michelle Obama defends her friendship with George W. Bush, insisting they have the same views about 'humanity and love' despite 'disagreeing on policy'. Brian and Ian touch on this story, and a similar one with Ellen about being friends and civil with those who believe differently from us. 

(50:16-1:00:26): A Facebook rumor about white vans is spreading fear across America. Brian and Ian talk about where we get our news. They emphasize the importance of fact checking and making sure what we are reading is actually true. 

(1:00:26-1:10:49): Home Sweet Home: How one man changed the lives of 50 foster teens. Brian and Ian talk about this amazing story of grace and selfless love for children. 

(1:10:49-1:17:02): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Santa Claus is coming to whoop some butt, and Indiana plates are now made of paper. KFC’s service is criminal, and beer makes you honest. Meanwhile, horses gotta get their coffee.

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(00:00-08:49): Peloton ad actress speaks out about her viral infamy. "To say I was shocked and overwhelmed by the attention this week (especially the negative) is an understatement," said the actress, Monica Ruiz. Brian and Ian discuss this bizarre phenomenon.

(08:49-17:58): “I’m a 37-Year-Old Mom & I Spent Seven Days Online as an 11-Year-Old Girl. Here’s What I Learned” writes Sloane Ryan in Medium. Brian and Ian touch on the terrifying reality of internet predators and abuse. They reflect as parents on the levels of monitoring they are implementing to protect their kids.

(17:58-27:14): Campbell-Campbell Jack writes in Christian Today “An Unlikely Ally in Richard Dawkins”. Brian and Ian discuss the statements made by the renowned atheist. He defends morality and ties in Christianity as a root to being a good person. While you don’t have to be a Christian to be a good person, but it helps. 

(27:14-36:39): Brian and Ian discuss the “6 Tips for Sharing Christ with Skeptics”. Dan DeWitt writes this in The Gospel Coalition. So what’s the best way to share the gospel with skeptics? To answer this question, he offers six imperatives. 

(37:42-48:11): Sarah Pulliam-Bailey Tweeted a hot take “We ban cigarettes for children until they are 18. Why not cell phones? Parents, in the name of safety, are often putting kids in harm's way, giving them devices that have all kinds of side effects like anxiety. The peer pressure is just bonkers.” Brian and Ian discuss it. 

(48:11-59:07): We are joined by author and speaker Tyler Ellis via phone. He spoke during a TedX event at Wiley College in Texas. The talk was called “Jesus Is Not A Role Model”, of which TED evidently changed to “Finding Meaning in Daily Acts of Good”. He is currently on staff with a nonprofit called Let’s Start Talking, which specializes in recruiting and training teams of all ages to go on summer mission trips overseas where they partner with churches and missionaries by providing free English conversations and tutoring using the Bible. 

(59:07-1:08:54): Daniel Patterson writes “6 Ways to Foster Healthy Social Media Habits” in The Gospel Coalition. Brian and Ian reflect on their own habits, good and bad, with social media and device use. They say leaving your phone across the room and not using it as an alarm clock are good methods of lowering use time. 

(1:08:54-1:15:43): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Don’t break the rules of the road...dummie, and this guy REEALLY really likes bees. A new video game is virtually Christ-like, and Alaskan children are way tougher than other children. Meanwhile, Las Vegas ain’t big enough for two pigeons. 

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We are joined by founder of EddieWouldGrow LLC, Eddie Yoon. He discusses the mission behind his business consulting business and reimagining structure, leadership, and motivational tactics. His book “Superconsumers” Eddie lays out a simple but extremely effective framework that has helped companies of all types and sizes achieve more sustainable growth. He also talks about his daughter’s book “Joy”. It is a book about a yellow balloon that chases down a work-a-holic father. While the book is not about him, Her book has forced him to look hard in the mirror about his relationship to work and money. It also forced him to reflect on his family of origin idols about work and money, and consider what ideas, idols and generational sin he might be passing on to his kids. 

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