(00:00-10:22): Sing Freedom! Why isn’t Christian music more revolutionary? Brian and Ian discus this Michael Frost article that talks about the seemingly complacent modern worship music. They touch on how the songs talk about how much we love Jesus, almost in a romantic manner.

(10:22-19:48): PULL SOMETHING FROM THIS: Voddie Baucham posted a short clip from a sermon talking about how God commands us to love our spouses. While it is understood to “be in love”, regardless, God commands us to love them unconditionally and whole-heartedly. Brian and Ian react to this as spouses. 

(19:48-28:48): PULL HIGHLIGHT FROM THIS: Michael Foust in Christian Headlines writes, “1 in 4 Evangelicals Say ‘Insulting Personal Remarks’ are Justified in Politics”. Brian and Ian touch on the importance of grace and kindness and talk about how cooperation and understanding in politics is vital. 

(28:48-37:38): What really grinds our gears? Brian and Ian close out the hour by using the airwaves as their punching bags, while the listeners act as virtual therapists. They gripe about waking up too early, turning signals (again), skinny jeans, etc. 

(37:38-48:26): Reproductive rights activists are furious, saying “safe, legal, rare” phrase stigmatizes abortion. Brian and Ian touch on the tough topic of abortion and discuss how the “stigma” has grounds. They reference Emily Shugarman’s Daily Beast article. 

(48:26-58:35): Kelly Stafford's recovery from brain tumor: 'My biggest fear is not being here'. Brian and Ian touch on this amazing autobio article by Detroit Lions QB Matt Staffords wife. She goes into detail about her story and has a testimony to go along with it. 

(58:35-1:09:10): Andy Olsen and Bekah McNeel write in Christianity Today, “Is Your Trip Tourism or Missions?” Brian and Ian discuss missions and how trips are becoming more of a sight-seeing adventure than serving the places you go. 

(1:09:10-1:15:40): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Who lives in Louisiana and stole paperwork? SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS! Florida company makes it super easy to make $1000, and if you sell a package that isn’t yours, you will get caught, dummy. Meanwhile, the eBay police force is cracking down on cheese thefts.

(00:00-09:49): Democrats say Trump had a 'meltdown' at White House meeting. Brian and Ian discuss (again) how there is a lack of civility in politics. In today’s dire climate, in conflict, they believe there needs to be more cooperation for the common good of the country. 

(09:49-19:24): Alex Trebek Has Cancer Setback: 'I'm Nearing the End of My Life'. Brian and Ian touch on the long, illustrious career of Trebek and discuss his viewpoints on mortality. They describe how he didn’t have his usual stoic demeanor when announcing his illness. 

(19:24-28:29): Should Christian Leaders Preach Their Doubts from Social Media Pulpits? Brian and Ian touch on this Christianity Today article by Kate Shellnut which talks about how doubt is normal for leaders and other christians alike. Brian and Ian agree with being honest and raw. 

(28:29-38:01): Brian and Ian chuckle at this hilarious introduction of a Wheel of Fortune contestant. He sarcastically describes his marriage as “loveless” and completely takes Pat Sajak by surprise. After that, the hosts touch on their favorite game shows both now, and from childhood. 

(38:01-48:38): Long-time Democratic Congressman, Elijah Cummings has died at the age of 68. Brian and Ian reflect on his life and career in politics, as well as his activism for civil liberties, and defense of inner-city life and improvement. 

(48:38-58:36): Hm...Brian and Ian touch on the perplexing reality of atheist mega-churches. They reference an article by the Associated Press titled “Atheist Mega-Churches Looking for Nonbelievers”. Ian doesn’t think this is too surprising. 

(58:36-1:08:52): Illinois Congressman Proposes Bill Banning State-Funded Travel to Pro-Life States. Brian and Ian talk about this Christian Headlines article that discusses statements from Daniel Didech. Pro-life advocates say the proposal is a more political move than one meant for the care of women.

(1:08:52-1:15:26): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: UPS delivery people are not good at hide-and-seek, and neither is a Texas fugitive. Do all dogs go to heaven? We know they can go to Kansas. Donuts are found dismembered in Wisconsin. Meanwhile, all Dracula wants to do is sleep...jeez.

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(00:00-09:49): Democrats say Trump had a 'meltdown' at White House meeting. Brian and Ian discuss (again) how there is a lack of civility in politics. In today’s dire climate, in conflict, they believe there needs to be more cooperation for the common good of the country. 

(09:49-19:24): Alex Trebek Has Cancer Setback: 'I'm Nearing the End of My Life'. Brian and Ian touch on the long, illustrious career of Trebek and discuss his viewpoints on mortality. They describe how he didn’t have his usual stoic demeanor when announcing his illness. 

(19:24-28:29): Should Christian Leaders Preach Their Doubts from Social Media Pulpits? Brian and Ian touch on this Christianity Today article by Kate Shellnut which talks about how doubt is normal for leaders and other christians alike. Brian and Ian agree with being honest and raw. 

(28:29-38:01): Brian and Ian chuckle at this hilarious introduction of a Wheel of Fortune contestant. He sarcastically describes his marriage as “loveless” and completely takes Pat Sajak by surprise. After that, the hosts touch on their favorite game shows both now, and from childhood. 

(38:01-48:38): Long-time Democratic Congressman, Elijah Cummings has died at the age of 68. Brian and Ian reflect on his life and career in politics, as well as his activism for civil liberties, and defense of inner-city life and improvement. 

(48:38-58:36): Hm...Brian and Ian touch on the perplexing reality of atheist mega-churches. They reference an article by the Associated Press titled “Atheist Mega-Churches Looking for Nonbelievers”. Ian doesn’t think this is too surprising. 

(58:36-1:08:52): Illinois Congressman Proposes Bill Banning State-Funded Travel to Pro-Life States. Brian and Ian talk about this Christian Headlines article that discusses statements from Daniel Didech. Pro-life advocates say the proposal is a more political move than one meant for the care of women.

(1:08:52-1:15:26): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: UPS delivery people are not good at hide-and-seek, and neither is a Texas fugitive. Do all dogs go to heaven? We know they can go to Kansas. Donuts are found dismembered in Wisconsin. Meanwhile, all Dracula wants to do is sleep...jeez.

(00:00-09:20): Lions Safety Tracy Walker rips refs over unnecessary roughness call. Ian, being from the Detroit area, echoes Walker’s remarks about poor reffing and then applies it to life. He touches on getting hopes up about trivial things. He is at peace about it, but still thinks the Lions got ripped off.

(09:20-18:07): There is a video going around that Shows Fake Trump Shooting Journalists, Political Rivals. Brian and Ian touch on how insensitive the clip is and how unnecessary this sort of sarcasm or satire is. Ian describes it as egregious. Brian touches on the desensitizing of violence our society is undergoing. 

(18:07-27:25): Joe Rogan has had an eclectic career, and has been successful in it. His strategy he calls “strategic quitting” is explained in this article by Emily Davis out of Goalcoast. Brian and Ian talk about his success, as well as how quitting can be good. However, they also talk about committing to something, even though it is hard. 

(27:25-36:29): Jailed for Life for Stealing a $159 Jacket? 3,200 Serving Life Without Parole for Nonviolent Crimes. Brian and Ian talk about the broken justice system and how way too many people are imprisoned for nonviolent crimes. 

(36:39-47:27): Cheryl Radachowsky writes in New York Post “ ‘Justice’ for trans athletes is unfair to girls like my daughter”. Brian and Ian touch on the controversial topic of transgender rights and how gender identity affects the outcomes of women’s and men’s sports. 

(47:27-56:39): ‘I’m a neurologist, and these are the 5 things I do to keep my brain healthy’ writes Caroline Shannon Karasik in Well+Good. Ian is happy to read that drinking coffee is in the list of brain health. Brian, not a coffee drinker, resonates more to having a purpose in life and exercise.

(56:39-1:06:54): Scott Sauls writes “Why is Loneliness a Thing?” Brian and Ian tough on the need for fellowship and community. Ian specifies that networking and connecting is not the same as community, how do we change that?

(1:06:54-1:13:38): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: College student starts a small business and then gets arrested for it. The most stereotypical gross thing happened at a grocery store. Apparently the US Navy is sailing Russian warships and drugs are bad...mmmkay. Meanwhile, Dollar Tree is now selling houses.

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(00:00-09:20): Lions Safety Tracy Walker rips refs over unnecessary roughness call. Ian, being from the Detroit area, echoes Walker’s remarks about poor reffing and then applies it to life. He touches on getting hopes up about trivial things. He is at peace about it, but still thinks the Lions got ripped off.

(09:20-18:07): There is a video going around that Shows Fake Trump Shooting Journalists, Political Rivals. Brian and Ian touch on how insensitive the clip is and how unnecessary this sort of sarcasm or satire is. Ian describes it as egregious. Brian touches on the desensitizing of violence our society is undergoing. 

(18:07-27:25): Joe Rogan has had an eclectic career, and has been successful in it. His strategy he calls “strategic quitting” is explained in this article by Emily Davis out of Goalcoast. Brian and Ian talk about his success, as well as how quitting can be good. However, they also talk about committing to something, even though it is hard. 

(27:25-36:29): Jailed for Life for Stealing a $159 Jacket? 3,200 Serving Life Without Parole for Nonviolent Crimes. Brian and Ian talk about the broken justice system and how way too many people are imprisoned for nonviolent crimes. 

(36:39-47:27): Cheryl Radachowsky writes in New York Post “ ‘Justice’ for trans athletes is unfair to girls like my daughter”. Brian and Ian touch on the controversial topic of transgender rights and how gender identity affects the outcomes of women’s and men’s sports. 

(47:27-56:39): ‘I’m a neurologist, and these are the 5 things I do to keep my brain healthy’ writes Caroline Shannon Karasik in Well+Good. Ian is happy to read that drinking coffee is in the list of brain health. Brian, not a coffee drinker, resonates more to having a purpose in life and exercise.

(56:39-1:06:54): Scott Sauls writes “Why is Loneliness a Thing?” Brian and Ian tough on the need for fellowship and community. Ian specifies that networking and connecting is not the same as community, how do we change that?

(1:06:54-1:13:38): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: College student starts a small business and then gets arrested for it. The most stereotypical gross thing happened at a grocery store. Apparently the US Navy is sailing Russian warships and drugs are bad...mmmkay. Meanwhile, Dollar Tree is now selling houses.

(00:00-09:24): Christians ‘have a moral obligation to enthusiastically back’ Trump in 2020, according to prominent evangelical. Brian and Ian talk about the dangers of crossing church and state and using faith to get votes.

(09:24-18:35): 5 Things Singles Wish Married Couples Knew. Brian and Ian, as spouses, take a look at this Gospel Coalition article by Jennifer Grisham. She covers points that she wishes her married friends would try and understand about the sanctity of singleness. 

(18:35-28:02): Clutter Is A Trigger Of Stress And Anxiety, Psychologists Say. It is common to panic and get anxious over messy rooms and spaces. Brian and Ian talk about how they try to keep themselves organized, but also have tendencies to keep certain places messy. 

(28:02-36:52): Nike Jesus trainers injected with 'holy water' from Jordan River, costing $3,000, sell out in minutes. Brian and Ian are appalled and talk about how ridiculous this product is. They are also baffled at how people will spend thousands for something like this. 

(36:52-47:05): On the topic of opulence and spending a lot of money, Brian and Ian read over this Finance 101 article that lists the 25 wealthiest religious leaders. You might (or might not) be surprised to see who’s on the list. 

(47:05-57:13): “The Risk of Happiness: An experiment with joy,” Douglas Groothuis writes this perplexing article in Christianity Today. Brian and Ian touch on this and discuss how lamenting during loss is entirely of God, as long as you don’t lose Him along the way. 

(57:13-1:07:24): A CEO who writes 9,200 employee birthday cards a year explains the value of gratitude. Brian and Ian love this story and reflect on how it feels to receive hand-written sentiments. This guy gets it, and truly knows how to express his gratitude to his employees. 

(1:07:24-1:13:32): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: These stories aren’t all whacky and insane, some are amazing. However, if you handcuff yourself on purpose, you probably don’t deserve to handle handcuffs. Reunited and it feels so furry, and Walmart is torching prices. Meanwhile, you’re never too busy (or criminally insane) to take a coffee break.

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(00:00-09:24): Christians ‘have a moral obligation to enthusiastically back’ Trump in 2020, according to prominent evangelical. Brian and Ian talk about the dangers of crossing church and state and using faith to get votes.

(09:24-18:35): 5 Things Singles Wish Married Couples Knew. Brian and Ian, as spouses, take a look at this Gospel Coalition article by Jennifer Grisham. She covers points that she wishes her married friends would try and understand about the sanctity of singleness. 

(18:35-28:02): Clutter Is A Trigger Of Stress And Anxiety, Psychologists Say. It is common to panic and get anxious over messy rooms and spaces. Brian and Ian talk about how they try to keep themselves organized, but also have tendencies to keep certain places messy. 

(28:02-36:52): Nike Jesus trainers injected with 'holy water' from Jordan River, costing $3,000, sell out in minutes. Brian and Ian are appalled and talk about how ridiculous this product is. They are also baffled at how people will spend thousands for something like this. 

(36:52-47:05): On the topic of opulence and spending a lot of money, Brian and Ian read over this Finance 101 article that lists the 25 wealthiest religious leaders. You might (or might not) be surprised to see who’s on the list. 

(47:05-57:13): “The Risk of Happiness: An experiment with joy,” Douglas Groothuis writes this perplexing article in Christianity Today. Brian and Ian touch on this and discuss how lamenting during loss is entirely of God, as long as you don’t lose Him along the way. 

(57:13-1:07:24): A CEO who writes 9,200 employee birthday cards a year explains the value of gratitude. Brian and Ian love this story and reflect on how it feels to receive hand-written sentiments. This guy gets it, and truly knows how to express his gratitude to his employees. 

(1:07:24-1:13:32): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: These stories aren’t all whacky and insane, some are amazing. However, if you handcuff yourself on purpose, you probably don’t deserve to handle handcuffs. Reunited and it feels so furry, and Walmart is torching prices. Meanwhile, you’re never too busy (or criminally insane) to take a coffee break.

(00:00-09:21): Beto O’Rourke made some staunch and bold comments regarding conservative church’s tax exemptions and his views on human rights. Brian and Ian weigh in on his comments and talk about the “treacherous path” he is heading down. They think it poses a ton of questions about whether it is including all non-profit organizations, not just religious ones. 

(09:21-38:44): We are joined by Judson University President, Gene Crume. He kicks off the conversation talking about a Russell Moore tweet talking about tribalism and polarization. He discusses how college campuses have changed with the advent of social media, good or bad. Then, he closes out the hour discussing the importance of Christian liberal arts colleges. 

(38:44-48:45): Daniel Hudson's decision proves the daughter he and his wife just welcomed is in good hands. Brian and Ian admire the Nationals’ pitcher and his efforts to keep his priorities with his family. 

(48:45-59:01): He Got High and Broke Into a Church. Months Later, He Was Baptized There. Brian and Ian touch on this amazing story of grace from a church who deserved to be repaid for crimes. However, they chose a different path. 

(59:01-1:09:31): What did we preach? Brian and Ian talk about what they talked about in their sermons on Sunday. Brian is still in the book Daniel, as he has in the last few weeks during his series. This week, he touched on the transformation of Nebuchadnezzar. Ian wrapped up his series “This Changes Everything”, talking about how the Kingdom is near. 

(1:09:31-1:16:03): Brian and Ian’s Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Apparently the secret to longevity is a ton of soda. You can sleep in a blimp for $150, but can’t fly in it...not cool. Pennsylvania nudist colony singer invades home, and don’t mess with a guy who has a machete hanging off of his belt. Meanwhile, Florida has alligators.

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(00:00-09:21): Beto O’Rourke made some staunch and bold comments regarding conservative church’s tax exemptions and his views on human rights. Brian and Ian weigh in on his comments and talk about the “treacherous path” he is heading down. They think it poses a ton of questions about whether it is including all non-profit organizations, not just religious ones. 

(09:21-38:44): We are joined by Judson University President, Gene Crume. He kicks off the conversation talking about a Russell Moore tweet talking about tribalism and polarization. He discusses how college campuses have changed with the advent of social media, good or bad. Then, he closes out the hour discussing the importance of Christian liberal arts colleges. 

(38:44-48:45): Daniel Hudson's decision proves the daughter he and his wife just welcomed is in good hands. Brian and Ian admire the Nationals’ pitcher and his efforts to keep his priorities with his family. 

(48:45-59:01): He Got High and Broke Into a Church. Months Later, He Was Baptized There. Brian and Ian touch on this amazing story of grace from a church who deserved to be repaid for crimes. However, they chose a different path. 

(59:01-1:09:31): What did we preach? Brian and Ian talk about what they talked about in their sermons on Sunday. Brian is still in the book Daniel, as he has in the last few weeks during his series. This week, he touched on the transformation of Nebuchadnezzar. Ian wrapped up his series “This Changes Everything”, talking about how the Kingdom is near. 

(1:09:31-1:16:03): Brian and Ian’s Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Apparently the secret to longevity is a ton of soda. You can sleep in a blimp for $150, but can’t fly in it...not cool. Pennsylvania nudist colony singer invades home, and don’t mess with a guy who has a machete hanging off of his belt. Meanwhile, Florida has alligators.

(00:00-37:15): Jenna Perrine joins Ian to talk about mental health and lament as a christian. She is in a battle with ending the stigma of mental health and working to make it a norm in the church to talk about. Jenna goes into her life in Northern Ireland and how her desire to lament was stifled and not welcome. She also offers a step-by-step lamenting source on her website here: https://www.jennaperrine.com/. 

(37:15-1:14:57): Jason Feffer from The Practice at Willow joins Ian for the second half of the show. He touches on his ministry and aim to “stop doing discipleship, and start being disciples”. He briefly discusses the importance of maintaining a Christ-like manner in the church (i.e. teaching). He also talks about God’s presence in the midst of the highest highs, and lowest lows. He loves us all the same and will always.

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