(00:00-09:20): Chicago's Millennium Park Restricts Evangelism: Today, Wheaton Students Sue for Access. Brian and Ian touch on the freedom of speech and how young Christians are fighting back against adversity for the sake of religious freedom. 

(09:20-18:42):  Magic of Daniel Jones gives Giants reason to believe writes Mike Vaccaro in The New York Post. Brian and Ian use this situation to talk about how we deal with criticism. They relate it to the way people critique leaders in churches and how to filter out unnecessary comments. 

(18:42-28:28): What did we preach yesterday? Every week, Brian and Ian talked about their sermons from Sunday. Brian kicked off a series on Daniel, with chapter 1. Daniel made a choice not to conform to the Babylonians. Ian had a big day with baptisms and touched on the meaning of following Christ, and how to disciple. 

(28:28-37:52): Dennis Edwards writes in Missio Alliance, “Avoiding Leadership Inferiority Complex”. Brian and Ian touch on how we shouldn’t worry about raw numbers in church, that it is about the quality of fellowship.

(37:52-47:47): “World Vision Flips the Script on Child Sponsorship” writes Jeremy Weber in Christianity Today. Brian and Ian discuss how in the first major innovation in seven decades, the children now do the choosing.

(47:47-58:16): Evangelical: A term that once described a vital tradition within the Christian faith now means something else entirely. Brian and Ian touch on how the association of Evangelicalism and politics has changed. 

(58:16-1:08:27): Why Marriage Shouldn’t End Your Dating Life: The importance of continuing to pursue your spouse. Brian and Ian reflect on this article and talk about the types of dates they go on with their spouses. Dates don’t have to be intricate or complex, just spending time is enough.

(1:08:27-1:15:11): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Florida anchorman uses his head to tell compelling story of a slow, drunk car chase. Canadian police tell drunk it is NACHO kind of day. An angry cat catches ride with irresponsible mother. Meanwhile, new Disney attraction is super inconvenient.

(00:00-08:56): The New York Times Still Doesn’t Understand What It Did. In the era of fake news, what sources can we trust? Brian dissects this National Review article by David French on the Times’ reports on Brett Kavanaugh. 

(08:56-18:20): Brian is flying solo today, so he gets to talk about his favorite sports teams. This time around, he discusses the New York Giants benching long-time QB Eli Manning and how he may very well be the most underrated hall of famer ever. 

(18:20-27:18): Boy, 16, Stabbed in Fight Lay Dying as Eyewitnesses, Friends Videotaped His Death. Brian touches on the seemingly barbaric state of society. It’s as if the people who watched him die only wanted to profit off of the situation. 

(27:18-35:59): Brian touches on some tweets from Jeff Vanderstelt and Tim Keller. Vanderstelt quotes Keller, “The Resurrection is a giant receipt stamped across history saying your debt has been paid for and you don't have to pay it ever again.” and The Keller Tweet concurs that statement by saying “The strongest Christians are the ones most willing to repent.”

(39:59-46:39): Brian refers to a couple more tweets talking about atheism and truth rejection. The first tweet was a simple question: “Ex-theists, I’d love to know if you miss anything about being religious? #atheist” and the second was from Union Seminary, they confessed their sins to plants. 

(46:39-57:02): We are joined in the studio by our friend Dan Ehrman to talk about the Lift Conference. He expresses the vitality of the upcoming conference because of how Christian leadership is in crisis today. 

(57:02-1:07:06): Dan sticks around to talk about his leadership roles and how his show “Leading the Church” instills a positive and in-depth perspective on the church leaders of Chicago. He also discusses good leadership qualities that he has seen in pastors he interviews and knows. 

(1:07:06-1:13:49): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Amish folks are running ravage in the streets while Nessie isn’t made in China. A woman in Rhode Island is feeling a tad blue, while Canada will fine you if you protect yourself. Meanwhile, Dogs are smarter than we think, and have a wicked sense of humor. 

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(00:00-08:56): The New York Times Still Doesn’t Understand What It Did. In the era of fake news, what sources can we trust? Brian dissects this National Review article by David French on the Times’ reports on Brett Kavanaugh. 

(08:56-18:20): Brian is flying solo today, so he gets to talk about his favorite sports teams. This time around, he discusses the New York Giants benching long-time QB Eli Manning and how he may very well be the most underrated hall of famer ever. 

(18:20-27:18): Boy, 16, Stabbed in Fight Lay Dying as Eyewitnesses, Friends Videotaped His Death. Brian touches on the seemingly barbaric state of society. It’s as if the people who watched him die only wanted to profit off of the situation. 

(27:18-35:59): Brian touches on some tweets from Jeff Vanderstelt and Tim Keller. Vanderstelt quotes Keller, “The Resurrection is a giant receipt stamped across history saying your debt has been paid for and you don't have to pay it ever again.” and The Keller Tweet concurs that statement by saying “The strongest Christians are the ones most willing to repent.”

(39:59-46:39): Brian refers to a couple more tweets talking about atheism and truth rejection. The first tweet was a simple question: “Ex-theists, I’d love to know if you miss anything about being religious? #atheist” and the second was from Union Seminary, they confessed their sins to plants. 

(46:39-57:02): We are joined in the studio by our friend Dan Ehrman to talk about the Lift Conference. He expresses the vitality of the upcoming conference because of how Christian leadership is in crisis today. 

(57:02-1:07:06): Dan sticks around to talk about his leadership roles and how his show “Leading the Church” instills a positive and in-depth perspective on the church leaders of Chicago. He also discusses good leadership qualities that he has seen in pastors he interviews and knows. 

(1:07:06-1:13:49): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Amish folks are running ravage in the streets while Nessie isn’t made in China. A woman in Rhode Island is feeling a tad blue, while Canada will fine you if you protect yourself. Meanwhile, Dogs are smarter than we think, and have a wicked sense of humor.

(00:00-09:10): American fashion brand sparks outrage over school shooting-themed hoodies. Brian and Ian respond to the appalling nature of profiting off of tragedy, and address how the models could imprint themselves on it.

(09:10-18:23): Young Life Voted Off Campus at Duke due to the group’s sexuality policy. The school has a non-discrimination clause for all groups and, as a result, took it away. Brian and Ian discuss how private universities have the rights to do whatever they want. 

(18:23-27:59): What grinds our gears? Of course, Brian has a problem with everything; even cheeseburgers. Ian is a little more positive with stuff, or just tired. Brian continues with his grinding. He does not like auto updates on computers, or old-man sleep patterns...you read that right.

(27:59-37:20): Simon Sinek spoke on servant leadership and how leaders take necessary risks to be an example first. Brian and Ian relate this to leading a church and how talking isn’t enough. Leaders need to step out and set the way by example. 

(37:20-47:26): Baby boomers’ wealth is 12 times greater compared to millennials. Brian and Ian touch on the drastic differences between generational income and the reasons why. Savings, 401k, etc., there are ways to build wealth, but are we doing enough?

(47:26-57:24): We are pleased to be joined by Dr. Greg Smalley to talk about, you guessed it, marriage. He is the Vice President of Marriage at Focus on the Family, and has written numerous books on how marriage should be. He provides us with tips and references his book “Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage.''

(57:24-1:07:33): Friend of the show, and theological professor at Ozark College, Chad Ragsdale, posted a blog called #holocaust. It is his response to people posing and taking selfies at the Berlin Holocaust Memorial. He touches on the purpose of remembrance, as well as the sanctity of mourning and memorials. 

(1:07:33-1:14:27): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Kentucky women was involved in the opposite of a kidnapping, while a mummy robs a bank. No remorse from the horse of course, and the cow jumped over...a school? Meanwhile, Disney has enough money, don’t they?

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(00:00-09:10): American fashion brand sparks outrage over school shooting-themed hoodies. Brian and Ian respond to the appalling nature of profiting off of tragedy, and address how the models could imprint themselves on it.

(09:10-18:23): Young Life Voted Off Campus at Duke due to the group’s sexuality policy. The school has a non-discrimination clause for all groups and, as a result, took it away. Brian and Ian discuss how private universities have the rights to do whatever they want. 

(18:23-27:59): What grinds our gears? Of course, Brian has a problem with everything; even cheeseburgers. Ian is a little more positive with stuff, or just tired. Brian continues with his grinding. He does not like auto updates on computers, or old-man sleep patterns...you read that right.

(27:59-37:20): Simon Sinek spoke on servant leadership and how leaders take necessary risks to be an example first. Brian and Ian relate this to leading a church and how talking isn’t enough. Leaders need to step out and set the way by example. 

(37:20-47:26): Baby boomers’ wealth is 12 times greater compared to millennials. Brian and Ian touch on the drastic differences between generational income and the reasons why. Savings, 401k, etc., there are ways to build wealth, but are we doing enough?

(47:26-57:24): We are pleased to be joined by Dr. Greg Smalley to talk about, you guessed it, marriage. He is the Vice President of Marriage at Focus on the Family, and has written numerous books on how marriage should be. He provides us with tips and references his book “Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage.''

(57:24-1:07:33): Friend of the show, and theological professor at Ozark College, Chad Ragsdale, posted a blog called #holocaust. It is his response to people posing and taking selfies at the Berlin Holocaust Memorial. He touches on the purpose of remembrance, as well as the sanctity of mourning and memorials. 

(1:07:33-1:14:27): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Kentucky women was involved in the opposite of a kidnapping, while a mummy robs a bank. No remorse from the horse of course, and the cow jumped over...a school? Meanwhile, Disney has enough money, don’t they?

(00:00-09:38): Scot McKnight writes in Patheos, “Willow Creek, What’s a Pastor?” McKnight assesses the Willow Creek job description for the pastor vacancy they are trying to fill, and finds some issues. Brian and Ian talk about the dangers of hiring a CEO rather than a pastor. 

(09:38-19:11): Georgia Fans showed support of rival coach’s wife who passed away from cancer by wearing pink. Coach Blake Anderson expressed his overwhelming joy that he felt and said it was “the classiest thing he’s ever witnessed”. Brian and Ian talk about this amazing story and how sports rivalries can sometimes bring us together. 

(19:11-30:01): Dr. Michael Youssef joins Brian and Ian to talk about his extensive, half-century long mission work. How has God blessed his ministry journey all over the world? He also talks about his book “Counting the Stars”. 

(30:01-39:47): “‘Love God, Love People’ Is More Than Your Instagram Bio” writes Carter Heminger. Brian and Ian touch on the points he makes as well as how to act out this simple phrase. How you behave as a Christian is every bit a reflection of your faith.

(39:47-50:02): “Baptist College Handbook Authorizes ‘Full Access’ to Students’ Social Media Accounts” writes David Roach in Christianity Today. Brian and Ian reflect on their college careers. Even though they did not have to worry about this thing as a student, they feel strongly against it. 

(50:02-1:00:20): Close friend of Ian Aaron Niequist tweeted his thoughts on over-stimulus at churches. Are we willing to take time to shut everything off and sit in silence and listen? Ian talks about a moment at his church where they sat in the quiet and wait on the Lord. 

(1:00:20-1:10:13): If churches can’t satisfy people’s hunger for truth, they can expect more Christians leaving the faith. In an article by Mark Vernon in Christian Today, Marty Sampson and reasons behind his situation are addressed, and the church’s attention to truth and hypocrisy are in the light. 

(1:10:13-1:16:39): Brian and Ian “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Women in Missouri can talk with monkeys, and the new requirement for Empire State Building security is swords. We are talking about the YAKshank redemption, while Col. Sanders is officiating weddings. Meanwhile, get these snakes out of these mother loving hotels.

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(00:00-09:38): Scot McKnight writes in Patheos, “Willow Creek, What’s a Pastor?” McKnight assesses the Willow Creek job description for the pastor vacancy they are trying to fill, and finds some issues. Brian and Ian talk about the dangers of hiring a CEO rather than a pastor. 

(09:38-19:11): Georgia Fans showed support of rival coach’s wife who passed away from cancer by wearing pink. Coach Blake Anderson expressed his overwhelming joy that he felt and said it was “the classiest thing he’s ever witnessed”. Brian and Ian talk about this amazing story and how sports rivalries can sometimes bring us together. 

(19:11-30:01): Dr. Michael Youssef joins Brian and Ian to talk about his extensive, half-century long mission work. How has God blessed his ministry journey all over the world? He also talks about his book “Counting the Stars”. 

(30:01-39:47): “‘Love God, Love People’ Is More Than Your Instagram Bio” writes Carter Heminger. Brian and Ian touch on the points he makes as well as how to act out this simple phrase. How you behave as a Christian is every bit a reflection of your faith.

(39:47-50:02): “Baptist College Handbook Authorizes ‘Full Access’ to Students’ Social Media Accounts” writes David Roach in Christianity Today. Brian and Ian reflect on their college careers. Even though they did not have to worry about this thing as a student, they feel strongly against it. 

(50:02-1:00:20): Close friend of Ian Aaron Niequist tweeted his thoughts on over-stimulus at churches. Are we willing to take time to shut everything off and sit in silence and listen? Ian talks about a moment at his church where they sat in the quiet and wait on the Lord. 

(1:00:20-1:10:13): If churches can’t satisfy people’s hunger for truth, they can expect more Christians leaving the faith. In an article by Mark Vernon in Christian Today, Marty Sampson and reasons behind his situation are addressed, and the church’s attention to truth and hypocrisy are in the light. 

(1:10:13-1:16:39): Brian and Ian “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Women in Missouri can talk with monkeys, and the new requirement for Empire State Building security is swords. We are talking about the YAKshank redemption, while Col. Sanders is officiating weddings. Meanwhile, get these snakes out of these mother loving hotels.

(00:00-09:27): What is up with our obsession with Apple products? Is brand loyalty a bad thing? Brian and Ian touch on the obsession with the iPhone and other luxurious things. 

(09:27-18:39): New Way Counseling posted a picture that says “Tired of explaining that “I don’t have the time” doesn’t mean “literally every second of my schedule is accounted for”, but rather “I’m giving as much of myself as I’m currently able to give”. Brian and Ian talk about the importance of self-care and balancing time. 

(18:39-28:00): What are common indicators of power-hungry pastors? Brian and Ian go over a list of possible ones and touch on how to keep yourself accountable as leaders in order to avoid getting a big head. 

(28:00-37:38): 15-Year-Old Takes Care Of His Elderly Neighbors. Brian and Ian talk about this story about a boy who regularly checks in on his neighbors by cutting their lawn, getting groceries, etc. 

(37:38-48:01): One of the newest SNL cast members was scratched after clips of racial slurs arose this week. Brian and Ian talk about the offensive nature of the remarks, as well as touch on Andrew Yang’s response to them. 

(48:01-58:06): God's will is not a mystery to be solved but a road to be traveled, writes Chandler Vannoy in Relevant Magazine. Brian and Ian talk about how as long as we follow God, there is no veil or mystery to be revealed, but it may take time to understand. 

(58:06-1:08:46): What are eight idols church leaders still worship today? Brian and Ian touch on this article by Carey Nieuwhof discussing possible distractions and obsessions pastors can get preoccupied about. 

(1:08:46-1:15:46): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Florida couple gets a spoonful of literary irony, while another Florida man has the worst getaway car ever. The Area 51 raid is next week people...get it right. Man in New Zealand gets fired while “clowning around”. Meanwhile, a new radar gun doubles as a hair dryer.

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(00:00-09:27): What is up with our obsession with Apple products? Is brand loyalty a bad thing? Brian and Ian touch on the obsession with the iPhone and other luxurious things. 

(09:27-18:39): New Way Counseling posted a picture that says “Tired of explaining that “I don’t have the time” doesn’t mean “literally every second of my schedule is accounted for”, but rather “I’m giving as much of myself as I’m currently able to give”. Brian and Ian talk about the importance of self-care and balancing time. 

(18:39-28:00): What are common indicators of power-hungry pastors? Brian and Ian go over a list of possible ones and touch on how to keep yourself accountable as leaders in order to avoid getting a big head. 

(28:00-37:38): 15-Year-Old Takes Care Of His Elderly Neighbors. Brian and Ian talk about this story about a boy who regularly checks in on his neighbors by cutting their lawn, getting groceries, etc. 

(37:38-48:01): One of the newest SNL cast members was scratched after clips of racial slurs arose this week. Brian and Ian talk about the offensive nature of the remarks, as well as touch on Andrew Yang’s response to them. 

(48:01-58:06): God's will is not a mystery to be solved but a road to be traveled, writes Chandler Vannoy in Relevant Magazine. Brian and Ian talk about how as long as we follow God, there is no veil or mystery to be revealed, but it may take time to understand. 

(58:06-1:08:46): What are eight idols church leaders still worship today? Brian and Ian touch on this article by Carey Nieuwhof discussing possible distractions and obsessions pastors can get preoccupied about. 

(1:08:46-1:15:46): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Florida couple gets a spoonful of literary irony, while another Florida man has the worst getaway car ever. The Area 51 raid is next week people...get it right. Man in New Zealand gets fired while “clowning around”. Meanwhile, a new radar gun doubles as a hair dryer.

(00:00-09:23): Rookie Bears Kicker Eddy Pineiro came in clutch on Sunday against the Denver Broncos with a 53-yard game winning field goal. Brian and Ian touch on the pressure he overcame to do his job. They also touch on Kirk Cameron’s new show to talk with celebrity friends.

(09:23-19:05): Evangelicals Who Distrust Muslims Likely Don’t Know Muslims. Brian and Ian touch on the stigma of Muslim’s as Christians, but believe it’s largely linked to misinformation and not knowing them personally. 

(19:05-28:30): What did we preach? Brian and Ian touch on what they preached on Sunday. Ian started a series called “This Changes Everything”. It is about how we are desperate to change things in our lives to make things easier or ideal. Brian talked on being passionate of entering into the Kingdom of God. Does God still act in immeasurably powerful ways?

(28:30-38:03): Brian and Ian touch on 14 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Engaging in Tough Conversations. Karina Philip from Relevant magazine on how to address tough topics as Christians. They address how listeners engage with each other on topics and articles they post on their Facebook page. 

(38:03-48:40): Celebrities such as Chance the Rapper and Kanye West are more outspoken about their faith now more than ever. Brian and Ian talk about how hard it can be to speak out and defend your faith while in the spotlight. Hollywood can be a hostile place for people of faith. 

(48:40-59:16): One thing to change: Anecdotes aren’t data. Stephen Pinker in the Harvard Gazette addresses the lack of solid data and fact-based conversations. How often do we see comments beneath posted articles denouncing said article’s credibility? Brian and Ian touch on this.

(59:16-1:09:58): Trygve Johnson writes “Gen Z Is Making Me a Better Preacher” in Christianity Today. There are new ways pastors and preachers address the younger generation in sermons. Brian and Ian reflect on this and relate to their own congregations. 

(1:09:58-1:16:32): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Apparently a giant lives in the clouds in the skies above Jersey. A new skydiving attraction features dodging a fighter jet. Florida article offers fun activities and history of biscuits. SoMa is so scary with biting folks on the streets. Meanwhile, show-and-tell in Sweden is being blown out of proportion.

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