Jill Nelson reports on China’s growing influence in the Middle East; Paul Butler talks to Alexis Mrachek about the lack of progress in U.S. talks with Russia; and Leigh Jones previews the upcoming third season of our standalone podcast, Effective Compassion. Plus: commentary from Cal Thomas, an unusual ocean monster, and the Thursday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Beyond the Forum-a podcast by The Veritas Forum. Season two on Science and God explores the ideas that shape our lives. Available now wherever you listen to podcasts. And from TriVan. From concept to completion, TriVan builds amazing specialty vehicles, designed and manufactured in the USA. trivan.com

On Washington Wednesday, Mary Reichard talks to the American Enterprise Institute’s Sean Treande about redistricting and the effect it might have on this year’s midterm elections; on World Tour, Onize Ohikere reports on international news; and Paul Butler talks to security experts about what the ransom payment for missionaries captives in Haiti might mean for the safety of others. Plus: commentary from Janie B. Cheaney, a fish deluge, and the Wednesday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from TriVan. From concept to completion, TriVan builds amazing specialty vehicles, designed and manufactured in the USA. trivan.com And from Beyond the Forum-a podcast by The Veritas Forum. Season two on Science and God explores the ideas that shape our lives. Available now wherever you listen to podcasts.

Caleb Bailey reports on the latest boom in vinyl record sales; Mary Reichard talks to Craig Singleton about China’s new tools for mind control; and Amy Lewis participates in a nationwide search for the platypus in Australia. Plus: commentary from Steve West, canine COVID detectors, and the Tuesday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. +Additional support comes from Beyond the Forum-a podcast by The Veritas Forum. Season two on Science and God explores the ideas that shape our lives. Available now wherever you listen to podcasts. And from TriVan. From concept to completion, TriVan builds amazing specialty vehicles, designed and manufactured in the USA. trivan.com

On Legal Docket, Mary Reichard details oral argument in the Supreme Court challenge to President Biden’s vaccine mandates; on the Monday Moneybeat, Nick Eicher talks to financial analyst David Bahnsen about the latest economic news; and on History Book, Katie Gaultney recounts significant events from the past. Plus: the Monday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from TriVan. From concept to completion, TriVan builds amazing specialty vehicles, designed and manufactured in the USA. trivan.com Additional support comes from Beyond the Forum-a podcast by The Veritas Forum. Season two on Science and God explores the ideas that shape our lives. Available now wherever you listen to podcasts.

On Culture Friday, Nick Eicher and Myrna Brown talk to John Stonestreet about the cultural decay that led to the Jan. 6th Capitol riot; Collin Garbarino reviews the new documentary about Beanie Babies; and on Ask the Editor, Paul Butler defines Biblically objective journalism. Plus: an unintentional donation, and the Friday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.Additional support comes from Commuter Bible, the free audio-Bible reading plan to match your weekly schedule. Plans begin January 10th on your favorite podcast app or at commuterbible.org The Mission Focused Men for Christ weekly, 25-minute podcast is a tool to help men be self-motivated Christ-followers and strong spiritual leaders in their homes. It EQUIPS men to better understand from Scripture what their mission is, ENERGIZES men because our tank is often on "E," and EMPOWERS men to stay focused on honoring Christ with their lives. The podcast is produced by Dr. Gary Yagel, the former Men's Ministry Consultant of the PCA, whose website is forgingbonds.org. And from Ambassadors Impact Network, a group of faith-driven investors who finance private companies led by gospel-advancing entrepreneurs. More at ambassadorsimpact.com.

Lauren Dunn reports on the number of teachers defecting from traditional unions; Mary Reichard talks to Marc Clauson about the criminal cases that came out of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot; and Paul Butler explores the history of the wise men who came to worship Jesus. Plus: commentary from Cal Thomas, a sideline diagnosis, and the Thursday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.  Additional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network, a group of faith-driven investors who finance private companies led by gospel-advancing entrepreneurs. More at ambassadorsimpact.com  From Commuter Bible, the free audio-Bible reading plan to match your weekly schedule. Plans begin January 10th on your favorite podcast app or at commuterbible.org The Mission Focused Men for Christ weekly, 25-minute podcast is a tool to help men be self-motivated Christ-followers and strong spiritual leaders in their homes. It EQUIPS men to better understand from Scripture what their mission is, ENERGIZES men because our tank is often on "E," and EMPOWERS men to stay focused on honoring Christ with their lives. The podcast is produced by Dr. Gary Yagel, the former Men's Ministry Consultant of the PCA, whose website is forgingbonds.

On Washington Wednesday, Mary Reichard talks to political analyst Kyle Kondik about the races to watch as this year’s midterm elections approach; on World Tour, Onize Ohikere reports on international news; and Kim Henderson meets a Mississippi abortionist who became a pro-life advocate. Plus: commentary from Joel Belz, New Year’s twins, and the Wednesday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.  Additional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network, a group of faith-driven investors who finance private companies led by gospel-advancing entrepreneurs. More at ambassadorsimpact.com  From Commuter Bible, the free audio-Bible reading plan to match your weekly schedule. Plans begin January 10th on your favorite podcast app or at commuterbible.org The Mission Focused Men for Christ weekly, 25-minute podcast is a tool to help men be self-motivated Christ-followers and strong spiritual leaders in their homes. It EQUIPS men to better understand from Scripture what their mission is, ENERGIZES men because our tank is often on "E," and EMPOWERS men to stay focused on honoring Christ with their lives. The podcast is produced by Dr. Gary Yagel, the former Men's Ministry Consultant of the PCA, whose website is forgingbonds.org.

Josh Schumacher reports on the reasons why car repairs are taking so long; Mary Reichard talks to Canadian lawyer Marty Moore about the state of religious freedom north of the border; and on Classic Book of the Month, Emily Whitten recommends a pivotal pro-life work. Plus: commentary by Whitney Williams, a Jeopardy do-over, and the Tuesday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Commuter Bible, the free audio-Bible reading plan to match your weekly schedule. Plans begin January 10th on your favorite podcast app or at commuterbible.org The Mission Focused Men for Christ weekly, 25-minute podcast is a tool to help men be self-motivated Christ-followers and strong spiritual leaders in their homes. It EQUIPS men to better understand from Scripture what their mission is, ENERGIZES men because our tank is often on "E," and EMPOWERS men to stay focused on honoring Christ with their lives. The podcast is produced by Dr. Gary Yagel, the former Men's Ministry Consultant of the PCA, whose website is forgingbonds.org. And from Ambassadors Impact Network, a group of faith-driven investors who finance private companies led by gospel-advancing entrepreneurs. More at ambassadorsimpact.

On Legal Docket, Mary Reichard details oral arguments in a Supreme Court case about attempted robbery and violent crime; on the Monday Moneybeat, Nick Eicher talks to David Bahnsen about the latest economic news; and on History Book, Katie Gaultney recounts some significant events from the past. Plus: the Monday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Ambassadors Impact Network, a group of faith-driven investors who finance private companies led by gospel-advancing entrepreneurs. More at ambassadorsimpact.com. From Commuter Bible, the free audio-Bible reading plan to match your weekly schedule. Plans begin January 10th on your favorite podcast app or at commuterbible.org The Mission Focused Men for Christ weekly, 25-minute podcast is a tool to help men be self-motivated Christ-followers and strong spiritual leaders in their homes. It EQUIPS men to better understand from Scripture what their mission is, ENERGIZES men because our tank is often on "E," and EMPOWERS men to stay focused on honoring Christ with their lives. The podcast is produced by Dr. Gary Yagel, the former Men's Ministry Consultant of the PCA, whose website is forgingbonds.org.

Katie Gaultney remembers people who died this year after notable careers on stage and screen; Emily Whitten, Sharon Dierberger, and Collin Garbarino recommend movies for a New Year’s night in; and the final installment of listener prayers for the new year. Plus: blooper reel, and the Friday morning news.Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate.