Today our friend Cosmin Bota tells us the true story of his family fleeing communist, socialist Romania in the 80's as a child with his four siblings and his father leading the way. Don't miss this remarkable story that reminds us of the value of freedom.

Topic: Our Mission

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Release Date: Friday, January 8th 2026

As we ring in the New Year our team sits to discuss the new release of An Oration: John Quincy's Christian America. This speech was essentially lost in time until our team, and with the help of our friend Dr. W.B. Allen, helped rediscover it. Our conversation doesn't stay in the past, what we learn applies to issues we see in our government today.

Many listeners may have their own copy of An Oration but if you haven't please don't miss this incredible book or you can give a copy to someone by clicking HERE.

Topic: Books

The Public Square® Long Format with host David Zanotti

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Release Date: Friday, January 2nd, 2026

We are still celebrating Christmas here at The Public Square®, and what better way to spread the joy of Christmas than sharing what our Children's division has been working on? Kids on the Square™ is a part of our radio network and has created two new Christmas episodes this year. We hope your family enjoys this special broadcast and please visit kidsonthesquare.com to learn more.

Topic: Holidays

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Release Date: Friday, December 26th 2025

Our journey back in time continues with Part II of the live, 15th anniversary episode of Christmas in America 1837. The outstanding musical selections continue and we are honored by the personal visit of a very special guest, Dr. William B. Allen, discussing the release of the new book "An Oration: John Quincy Adams' Christian America." Join in the conclusion of this exciting story and please, tell a friend.

Topic: Christmas in America

The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti.

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Release Date: Friday, December 19th 2025

Join us for the special, live, 15th edition of Christmas in America! The year is 1837 as we go looking for the manger. You won't believe the history, the truth, and the joy this year holds. Featuring musical performances by Jeff Taylor, Dennis Parker, Charlotte Ritchie, The French Family, and more. Gather your family, friends, and neighbors and tune in now for this very special episode on The Public Square®.

Topic: Christmas in America

The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti.

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Release Date: Friday, December 12th 2025

Join us for a rebroadcast of Christmas In America 1946. Travel back to 1946 when Harry Truman was President, the most deadly War the world had ever witnessed was finally over, and when Frank Capra pitched his friend Jimmy Stewart on a new movie titled, It's A Wonderful Life.

You won't want to miss this radio variety program, with our musical guests Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, Rodeo and Juliet, Jeff Taylor, The Alternators and more. Gather up your family and friends and enjoy this unique Christmas celebration together as we look for the Manger in 1946.

Topic: Christmas in America

The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti.

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Release Date: Friday, December 5th 2025

Welcome to the annual celebration of Thanksgiving on The Public Square®. Today we take time to remember the ideas that have inspired us as a people and led us to aspire to be one nation under God. We'll reflect upon our history and wonder "What it might mean to be a pilgrim again here on this Earth?" Please join us around the Thanksgiving table on The Public Square®.

Topic: Holidays

The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti.

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Release Date: Wednesday, November 26th, 2025

News is breaking everyday around the realities of Sports Wagering and Prop Betting. How does this all affect professional athletes? How addictive is online betting? And how accessible is it to minors? All these questions and more surround our conversation today on The Public Square®.

Topic: Gambling

The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti.

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Release Date: Wednesday, November 26th, 2025

Is there a link between Christmas and the 4th of July? Is there a witness from the Founding Era that made such a claim?

Please join us today as we open the cover on a new book titled, "An Oration, John Quincy Adams' Christian America" and listen in on a conversation that may change your whole view on how America began. It all begins this week on The Public Square®.

Topic: Books

The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti.

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Release Date: Friday, November 14th, 2025

Two issues breaking. First what happened on Election Day in New York City? And why is Dave Ramsey warning America about the explosion of sports betting?

We find answers to both these issues this week on The Public Square®.

Topic: Elections

The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti.

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Release Date: Thursday, November 13th, 2025