In this powerful episode of The Inside Story, Billy Hallowell is joined by Christian Post journalist Brandon Showalter for an exclusive breakdown of the Federal Trade Commission’s landmark workshop examining deceptive trade practices tied to “gender-affirming care” for minors. 

The conversation explores what this workshop could mean for future federal investigations and why this moment may signal a historic turning point in America’s reckoning with the medicalization of gender-confused youth. 

Christian Post columnist Hedieh Mirahmadi is an ex-Muslim with a fascinating take on faith, Christianity and the Middle East. A Bible believer now, she often shares what led her away from Islam and toward Jesus. She joins the show today to explain her take on Iran, the recent U.S. bombing of the nation's nuclear facilities, and what she believes could happen next.

The story of a baby born after his mother was kept on life support following a medical emergency continues to spark discussion and debate.

"The family of Adriana Smith, a pregnant woman who abortion advocates claimed was kept on life support due to Georgia's abortion law, asked people to pray for Smith's son, who was born prematurely and delivered by cesarean section," The Christian Post's Samantha Kamman recently reported. "According to Smith's mother, April Newkirk, baby Chance is in the neonatal intensive care unit, and he weighs about 1 pound 13 ounces."

The baby is "fighting" but is expected to be OK. The family has been asking for prayers for the newborn, as the case sparks debate about abortion and the complex cases like Smith's that sometimes develop. Kamman joins "The Inside Story" to break it all down.

The Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling this week — and it's sending shockwaves throughout politics and culture. In this episode of "The Inside Story," host Billy Hallowell is joined by Christian Post commentator Brandon Showalter to break down the court’s decision to uphold Tennessee’s ban on gender procedures for minors. 

What does this ruling mean for the future of so-called “gender-affirming care”? How did we even get to a point where children’s feelings trump science and reason? And what comes next?

Showalter, host of the "Generation Indoctrination Podcast," shares powerful insight about the transgender movement — and explains why this decision may mark a turning point in the battle over the state of medical ethics.

A shocking new study found that puberty blockers offer "no statistically significant positive improvement" in reducing depression among trans-identified young people. Brandon Showalter of The Christian Post joins "The Inside Story" podcast to unpack the results and their broader implications.

He’s called the delayed release “deeply troubling” and warns that the push for gender-affirming care could become one of the greatest medical scandals of our time. Despite sweeping claims that puberty blockers improve mental health, the data didn’t support that narrative. 

The study, which was reportedly withheld from publication last year, has not yet been peer-reviewed, and the results are making waves. Listen to hear Showalter shed light on the data as well as the broader issues at play.

"Duck Dynasty" patriarch Phil Robertson died May 25 at the age of 79 after a battle with Alzheimer's, sparking touching tributes from his family members and fellow celebrities. The Christian Post's Leah Klett joins "The Inside Story" to share with Billy Hallowell her take on Robertson's life, faith — and legacy.

Klett, who has interviewed Robertson and fellow family members, offered a touching and important look at the reality TV star's monumental impact in spreading the Gospel message.

On this episode of "The Inside Story," The Christian Post's Jon Brown breaks down a surprising drama unfolding inside the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) after a leader in the denomination displayed a list of people he publicly accused of being "scandalizers."

"During an episode of The Gospel Coalition's 'Gospelbound' podcast last week that touched on institutional stewardship, the Rev. Bryan Chapell, who has served as the administrative head of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) since 2020, briefly showed a list of people whom he accused of either abandoning their families, renouncing Jesus Christ or dying by suicide," Brown wrote.

Furor and frustration immediately followed when viewers were able to zoom in and read the list of names. Some of those listed have since spoken up in shock and awe that they were included, denying the aforementioned claims.

Listen to Brown explain the whole story and read more here.

Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Illinois has announced that it is moving over 2,000 miles away to British Columbia, Canada — a major story about a well-known Christian mainstay. 

The Christian Post's Michael Gryboski explains the school's plans to merge with Canada's largest Christian university, the potential reasons for the shocking move — and more.

"The Illinois-based Trinity Evangelical Divinity School is in the process of leaving the Chicago-area Trinity International University and will affiliate with the largest Christian university in Canada, Trinity Western University in British Columbia," he recently wrote.

Listen to Gryboski break it all down.

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• Trinity Evangelical Divinity School to merge with largest Christian university in Canada: https://www.christianpost.com/news/trinity-evangelical-divinity-school-merges-with-canadian-university.html
• ‘A sinking ship’: Trinity Evangelical Divinity School alumni react as it leaves Chicagoland for Canada: https://www.christianpost.com/news/trinity-evangelical-divinity-school-alumni-react-to-canada-move.html

A complex debate surrounding a proposed Muslim community in Texas continues to grow, with The Christian Post's Ian Giatti joining Billy Hallowell for "The Inside Story" to break down all of the details.

"The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into a proposed Muslim community development in North Texas, citing concerns over potential violations of federal law," he recently wrote. "The investigation targets EPIC City, a 402-acre project backed by the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) in Josephine, Texas, about 40 miles northeast of Dallas."

Giatti continued, "The planned development — which includes over 1,000 homes, a mosque, a K-12 faith-based school, clinics, retail shops, a community college and sports facilities — has sparked controversy among Texas Republican leaders." Read more here and listen for details.

Here are more stories on this important topic:

• DOJ launches investigation into Texas mosque over proposed Muslim community: https://www.christianpost.com/news/doj-launches-investigation-into-proposed-muslim-community.html
• Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders criminal investigation into mosque behind proposed Islamic community: https://www.christianpost.com/news/texas-gov-greg-abbott-orders-criminal-investigation-into-mosque.html
• Mosque behind proposed Muslim community in rural Texas ordered to stop illegally operating funeral home: https://www.christianpost.com/news/texas-mosque-ordered-to-halt-alleged-illegal-funeral-services.html

What can you expect from the papal conclave? Christian Post reporter Ryan Foley breaks down what to expect after the death of Pope Francis as the Catholic Church prepares to select its next leader.