(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.

(00:00-09:37): The prestigious Jimmy V award was given to a paraplegic football coach named Rob Mendez at this year's ESPY's. Brian and Ian reflect on his speech and how he overcame adversity and pushed it aside to follow his dreams. 

(09:37-18:38): We are pleased to be joined by pianist Huntley Brown. He goes into his background on how he began to play piano as well as playing for Billy Graham in his home. He describes how God gave him this gift of worship.

(18:38-28:33): Huntley treats us to a piece “Lord You Are So Holy” and talks about the “Concert for Peace” in Ireland of which he was the featured artist. After he plays, Brian and Ian acknowledge how God’s anointing is evident in his playing.

(28:33-36:54): Huntley talks about his book “Keys to Avoiding Deception” a practical guide to Biblical discernment in a contradictory world. He said he had a conversation with himself on why he believes what he believes, which, in and of itself, is doubt. He simply wanted to confirm his faith in God when writing this book. 

(36:54-45:38): How do we converse as Christians? Brian and Ian talk about an article from Open Culture that references Daniel Dennett. The article discusses arguing with care and having critical conversations with the purpose of listening, rather than being right.

(45:38-56:15): Boomers, Take It from Woody or Iron Man: It’s Time to Pass the Torch. Kutter Callaway in Christianity Today writes about transferring knowledge from generation to generation. Brian discusses the importance of passing down mentorship and leading by example. 

(56:15-1:05:57): Iraq’s Christians are close to extinction. The members of one of the oldest churches in the world are dwindling and “Must prepare for martyrdom.” Brian and Ian touch on the dangers and fears of Christians in perilous nations. How often are we praying for the martyred churches around the world?

(1:05:57-1:15:04): Christian artist Aaron Shust joins the show to talk about his current projects. He is best known for his hits “My Hope is in You” and “Ever Be”. He will be at Trinity Lutheran Church in Tinley Park on September 27th. He says it will be a stripped down, acoustic style setup but feature all new songs. Tickets are available here.

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(00:00-09:37): The prestigious Jimmy V award was given to a paraplegic football coach named Rob Mendez at this year's ESPY's. Brian and Ian reflect on his speech and how he overcame adversity and pushed it aside to follow his dreams. 

(09:37-18:38): We are pleased to be joined by pianist Huntley Brown. He goes into his background on how he began to play piano as well as playing for Billy Graham in his home. He describes how God gave him this gift of worship.

(18:38-28:33): Huntley treats us to a piece “Lord You Are So Holy” and talks about the “Concert for Peace” in Ireland of which he was the featured artist. After he plays, Brian and Ian acknowledge how God’s anointing is evident in his playing.

(28:33-36:54): Huntley talks about his book “Keys to Avoiding Deception” a practical guide to Biblical discernment in a contradictory world. He said he had a conversation with himself on why he believes what he believes, which, in and of itself, is doubt. He simply wanted to confirm his faith in God when writing this book. 

(36:54-45:38): How do we converse as Christians? Brian and Ian talk about an article from Open Culture that references Daniel Dennett. The article discusses arguing with care and having critical conversations with the purpose of listening, rather than being right.

(45:38-56:15): Boomers, Take It from Woody or Iron Man: It’s Time to Pass the Torch. Kutter Callaway in Christianity Today writes about transferring knowledge from generation to generation. Brian discusses the importance of passing down mentorship and leading by example. 

(56:15-1:05:57): Iraq’s Christians are close to extinction. The members of one of the oldest churches in the world are dwindling and “Must prepare for martyrdom.” Brian and Ian touch on the dangers and fears of Christians in perilous nations. How often are we praying for the martyred churches around the world?

(1:05:57-1:15:04): Christian artist Aaron Shust joins the show to talk about his current projects. He is best known for his hits “My Hope is in You” and “Ever Be”. He will be at Trinity Lutheran Church in Tinley Park on September 27th. He says it will be a stripped down, acoustic style setup but feature all new songs. Tickets are available here.

(00:00-10:11): Buttigieg: ‘Life Begins with Breath,’ Bible Backs Late-Term Abortion writes Michael Foust in Christian Headlines. Brian and Ian touch on the persistent and polarized debate of abortion and the rights to life. 

(10:11-20:29): Just seven people help lost kid in town centre during social experiment. A social experiment in Australia revealed just how little people care about children, when just seven people offered to help. Brian and Ian talk about the bystander effect and helping others. 

(20:29-30:19): Dancing with Milton’s Satan: The Joker and a Fascination with Evil writes K.B. Hoyle in Christ Pop Culture. Brian and Ian reflect on why we are interested in evil and violence as a culture.

(30:19-38:49): There are pros and cons to napping, it all depends on when you do it, according to Erika Edwards in NBC News. Too much napping can cause heart health issues, and doing it just enough could help your heart. Brian and Ian say they aren’t avid nappers themselves. 

(38:49-48:48): We are pleased to talk with Joel Hamernick of Sunshine Ministries to hear about Chicago Fellowship. Members include Chicago-land businessmen and ministry leaders who gather throughout the year in the Loop. They will be getting together this Friday from 9AM-3PM at Christ Church in Oakbrook. 

(48:48-57:29): We are joined by Dr. Robert Jeffress to discuss his book “A Place Called Heaven”. It is a children’s book he wrote to speak to kids about their “forever home”. He hosts Pathway to Victory on AM1160 every weekday 8:30-9AM

(57:29-1:06:38): The Famous “Screwtape Letters” by C.S. Lewis are coming to life through the direction of Max McLean. He joins Brian and Ian to talk about his theater adaptation of the letters at McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage on September 14.

(1:06:38-1:13:46): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: There’s a chimp on the loose in Texas! The creepy Taylor Swift fan who made an appearance last week is now in the news again. Curses are expensive...yeesh. The hottest item in New York is a peanut butter cup. Meanwhile, a meteor shower in Great Britain causes stress among locals. 

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(00:00-10:11): Buttigieg: ‘Life Begins with Breath,’ Bible Backs Late-Term Abortion writes Michael Foust in Christian Headlines. Brian and Ian touch on the persistent and polarized debate of abortion and the rights to life. 

(10:11-20:29): Just seven people help lost kid in town centre during social experiment. A social experiment in Australia revealed just how little people care about children, when just seven people offered to help. Brian and Ian talk about the bystander effect and helping others. 

(20:29-30:19): Dancing with Milton’s Satan: The Joker and a Fascination with Evil writes K.B. Hoyle in Christ Pop Culture. Brian and Ian reflect on why we are interested in evil and violence as a culture.

(30:19-38:49): There are pros and cons to napping, it all depends on when you do it, according to Erika Edwards in NBC News. Too much napping can cause heart health issues, and doing it just enough could help your heart. Brian and Ian say they aren’t avid nappers themselves. 

(38:49-48:48): We are pleased to talk with Joel Hamernick of Sunshine Ministries to hear about Chicago Fellowship. Members include Chicago-land businessmen and ministry leaders who gather throughout the year in the Loop. They will be getting together this Friday from 9AM-3PM at Christ Church in Oakbrook. 

(48:48-57:29): We are joined by Dr. Robert Jeffress to discuss his book “A Place Called Heaven”. It is a children’s book he wrote to speak to kids about their “forever home”. He hosts Pathway to Victory on AM1160 every weekday 8:30-9AM

(57:29-1:06:38): The Famous “Screwtape Letters” by C.S. Lewis are coming to life through the direction of Max McLean. He joins Brian and Ian to talk about his theater adaptation of the letters at McAninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage on September 14.

(1:06:38-1:13:46): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: There’s a chimp on the loose in Texas! The creepy Taylor Swift fan who made an appearance last week is now in the news again. Curses are expensive...yeesh. The hottest item in New York is a peanut butter cup. Meanwhile, a meteor shower in Great Britain causes stress among locals.

(00:00-09:27): Today marks the 18th anniversary of the September 11th attack in New York, Washington DC, and Pennsylvania. Brian and Ian reflect on where they were on that tragic day. 

(09:27-18:47): Sarah Palin's husband files for divorce after 31 years of marriage. Todd Palin says in a filed statement that it is “such that they find it impossible to continue to live together as husband and wife.” Brian and Ian touch on the difficulties of marriage. 

(18:47-28:27): Vegetarian’s meager Subway order gets ridiculed by social media. Brian and Ian touch on cyber bullying and opinions of people. They think if you are bothered by something that you see online from someone, don’t say anything publicly. 

(28:27-37:26): Eberhard Arnold, gave a speech in a small mining town in 1924 in Saxony, Germany, to a working-class audience. This article is based on that talk. Brian and Ian talk about following God versus following money. 

(37:26-48:04): Jerrid Wilson, leader of Anthem of Hope Ministries and mental health advocate died by suicide. Ian and Brian react to this and discuss how pastors are very susceptible to anxiety and depression because they often don’t have anywhere to turn to. 

(48:04-58:11): Ministry leader and writer Stef Coleman joins the show to discuss women in leadership and getting over the stigma of it. She discusses how she has been treated differently in leadership settings.

(58:11-1:08:37): Stef Sticks around to discuss how we can all be allies in Christ; both men and women. She touches on how leaders around her affect how she is heard. In group settings, she describes how other women respond to important points from them to emphasize the legitimacy of their leadership. 

(1:08:37-1:15:28): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Florida Popeye's saw some “fowl” play. In the meantime, McDonald's is serving up chilled food, but at what cost? The couple of the year in Wisconsin are very good actors, and trivial pranks are now felonies. Meanwhile, Keith Urban is arrested in Nebraska for impersonating a cop...you read that right.

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(00:00-09:27): Today marks the 18th anniversary of the September 11th attack in New York, Washington DC, and Pennsylvania. Brian and Ian reflect on where they were on that tragic day. 

(09:27-18:47): Sarah Palin's husband files for divorce after 31 years of marriage. Todd Palin says in a filed statement that it is “such that they find it impossible to continue to live together as husband and wife.” Brian and Ian touch on the difficulties of marriage. 

(18:47-28:27): Vegetarian’s meager Subway order gets ridiculed by social media. Brian and Ian touch on cyber bullying and opinions of people. They think if you are bothered by something that you see online from someone, don’t say anything publicly. 

(28:27-37:26): Eberhard Arnold, gave a speech in a small mining town in 1924 in Saxony, Germany, to a working-class audience. This article is based on that talk. Brian and Ian talk about following God versus following money. 

(37:26-48:04): Jerrid Wilson, leader of Anthem of Hope Ministries and mental health advocate died by suicide. Ian and Brian react to this and discuss how pastors are very susceptible to anxiety and depression because they often don’t have anywhere to turn to. 

(48:04-58:11): Ministry leader and writer Stef Coleman joins the show to discuss women in leadership and getting over the stigma of it. She discusses how she has been treated differently in leadership settings.

(58:11-1:08:37): Stef Sticks around to discuss how we can all be allies in Christ; both men and women. She touches on how leaders around her affect how she is heard. In group settings, she describes how other women respond to important points from them to emphasize the legitimacy of their leadership. 

(1:08:37-1:15:28): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Florida Popeye's saw some “fowl” play. In the meantime, McDonald's is serving up chilled food, but at what cost? The couple of the year in Wisconsin are very good actors, and trivial pranks are now felonies. Meanwhile, Keith Urban is arrested in Nebraska for impersonating a cop...you read that right.

(00:00-09:20): A doctor and medical ethicist argues life after 75 is not worth living. The brother of former Chicago mayor Ezekiel Emanuel proposes objective truth to his arguments, Brian and Ian respond. They also read comments from listeners who chime in on both ends of the spectrum. 

(09:20-18:39): Darryl Dash writes in the Gospel Coalition, “Thank you, Ray Ortlund”. Brian and Ian touch on this piece as well as “finishing well”. They discuss what their final sermons would be. 

(18:39-27:44): Starbucks to offer mental health services as new employee benefit. Brian and Ian touch on the important topic of mental health and how the stigma of it needs to stop. 

(27:44-36:58): Dan White tweeted talking about the social see-saw in which people go back and forth between conservatism and progressivism. Brian and Ian discuss how both have their benefits, and flaws. 

(36:58-47:39): Jerry Fallwell Jr. is in the hot seat as a Politico Magazine article was published. It exposed his behavior around staff and colleagues as fear-mongering and sexually explicit. Brian and Ian discuss their reactions to the new information.

(47:39-57:58): Today is Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day. Brian and Ian touch on this tough topic and offer options of help. They emphasize that if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness, or any of the sort, that you are not alone. Ian talks about an organization called Anthem of Hope and their mission to fight causes of suicide. 

(57:58-1:08:05): Brewers fan with Cubs fan’s heart meets donor’s family at Miller Park. We love these stories of hope at The Common Good. The icing on the cake is that from a tragedy, came a life-giving experience. As a result, created an everlasting bond between two families. 

(1:08:05-1:15:14): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: I swear to drunk I’m not a raccoon! I promise, just as pythons are not allowed in Wisconsin schools. Apparently boats are worthless in California, and banjo stocks are plummeting. Meanwhile, Sweden is proposing cannibalism...no seriously, that’s what they want.

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(00:00-09:20): A doctor and medical ethicist argues life after 75 is not worth living. The brother of former Chicago mayor Ezekiel Emanuel proposes objective truth to his arguments, Brian and Ian respond. They also read comments from listeners who chime in on both ends of the spectrum. 

(09:20-18:39): Darryl Dash writes in the Gospel Coalition, “Thank you, Ray Ortlund”. Brian and Ian touch on this piece as well as “finishing well”. They discuss what their final sermons would be. 

(18:39-27:44): Starbucks to offer mental health services as new employee benefit. Brian and Ian touch on the important topic of mental health and how the stigma of it needs to stop. 

(27:44-36:58): Dan White tweeted talking about the social see-saw in which people go back and forth between conservatism and progressivism. Brian and Ian discuss how both have their benefits, and flaws. 

(36:58-47:39): Jerry Fallwell Jr. is in the hot seat as a Politico Magazine article was published. It exposed his behavior around staff and colleagues as fear-mongering and sexually explicit. Brian and Ian discuss their reactions to the new information.

(47:39-57:58): Today is Suicide Awareness and Prevention Day. Brian and Ian touch on this tough topic and offer options of help. They emphasize that if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness, or any of the sort, that you are not alone. Ian talks about an organization called Anthem of Hope and their mission to fight causes of suicide. 

(57:58-1:08:05): Brewers fan with Cubs fan’s heart meets donor’s family at Miller Park. We love these stories of hope at The Common Good. The icing on the cake is that from a tragedy, came a life-giving experience. As a result, created an everlasting bond between two families. 

(1:08:05-1:15:14): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: I swear to drunk I’m not a raccoon! I promise, just as pythons are not allowed in Wisconsin schools. Apparently boats are worthless in California, and banjo stocks are plummeting. Meanwhile, Sweden is proposing cannibalism...no seriously, that’s what they want.

(00:00-09:45): New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees is facing backlash after posting a video endorsing “Bring Your Bible to School” day. People were commenting on how Focus on the Family is “anti-gay” and how Brees works through them. Brian and Ian discuss the situation. 

(09:45-19:01): After boy bullied for homemade Tennessee shirt, college adopts it as official design. Brian and Ian are not ones to shy away from amazing stories such as this. They discuss their own bullying experiences and express how they sometimes wish some people would have stuck up for them. 

(19:01-28:31): What did we preach? Brian and Ian take time to talk about their sermons from Sunday. Ian touched on the last letter of B.L.E.S.S.: “Share your Story”. He dove into John 9 and the story of the blind man who shared his story. Brian talked about the concept of last words. If you knew you had one more day to live, what would you say?

(28:31-37:53): Amazing story out of the MLB, Nationals pitcher Aaron Barrett thought he’d never pitch again, but he made an amazing come back and pitched a shutout inning. Brian and Ian reflect on the emotions of Barrett, and how his perseverance and will enabled him to climb back to this level. 

(37:53-47:53): Tullian Tchividjian Is Back. So Is Scrutiny About His Past Infidelity. Brian and Ian assess the former megachurch pastor’s resurgence into ministry. Is it too soon? Is he disqualified to lead a church? 

(47:53-58:18): Jackie Hill Perry After Bethel Controversy: ‘I Don’t Agree With Everyone I Do Ministry With’. Hill Perry posted a video with Bethel Worship founder Jenn Johnson, of a different background and started hearing negative responses from followers. Brian and Ian discuss that no matter your background, as long as Jesus is at the center, it does not matter. 

(58:18-1:09:00): Pennywise, Bozo, Krusty, Ronald, what do they all have in common? The bigger question is, why do clowns freak us out? Brian and Ian discuss a CNN piece by Frank T. McAndrew on the possible answers. 

(1:09:00-1:15:39): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: When a bank accidentally gives you $100K, why would you not spend it? Oh, because it’s a crime. Breaking news, alcohol is flammable. Apple releases its newest product: The iSoap. Oh snap, make sure your getaway car runs. Meanwhile, Pepe Le Pew was escorted from an aircraft. 

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