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Conversations That Matter
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Daniel McCarthy on Massie Defeat, Neocons, and America's Role in the World
1w ago00:52:06Tap to summarizeDaniel McCarthy (Heritage Foundation & Modern Age) joins Jon Harris to discuss the evolution of Republican foreign policy from Reagan to Trump, the defeat of Thomas Massie, and the tension between restraint, realism, and neoconservatism. A must-watch for conservatives wrestling with America’s role in the world today.Topics include: Reagan’s peace through strength, Bush-era nation-building, Trump’s transactional approach, historical conservative thought (Washington, Calhoun, Taft), current challenges with Iran/Israel, and why Massie’s loss reveals deeper party realities.0:00:12 - Welcome & Introduction to Daniel McCarthy00:01:02 - Massie Defeat & Republican Foreign Policy Vacuum Post-Reagan00:02:17 - Pre-Reagan Conservative Foreign Policy & Cold War Mindset00:03:32 - Ronald Reagan's "Peace Through Strength"00:06:24 - Post-Cold War Shift: Bush Sr. to George W. Bush Neoconservatism00:09:27 - Trump's Break with Forever Wars & America First Realism00:10:52 - Historical Conservative Restraint: Washington, Calhoun, Taft, Rand Paul00:17:23 - Realism vs. Idealism: Iran, Israel, Nuclear Threats & Modern Dilemmas00:28:57 - The Limits of "Fortress America" in a Global Economy00:32:08 - Trump's Transactional Approach vs. Neocon Romanticism00:35:07 - Thomas Massie's Defeat: Israel Lobby, Party Loyalty & Future of Anti-Zionism00:42:44 - Where Does Anti-Zionism Fit — GOP or Democrats?00:51:11 - Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Daniel McCarthyOur Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Megan Basham - In the Valley of Cancer
2w ago00:30:23Tap to summarizeJon Harris sits down with journalist and author Megan Basham to discuss her journey of faith amid cancer. While her book Shepherds for Sale climbed the New York Times bestseller list, Megan was undergoing chemotherapy and radiation for stage 3 colon cancer (later upgraded to stage 4). She opens up about the fear, the fight, the deep spiritual lessons learned in the valley, and how God has drawn her closer to Him through suffering. Megan shares candidly about family, motherhood, processing mortality, the difference in how men and women face terminal illness, rejecting fear through providence, and the surprising peace God has given her. This episode is a moving testimony of leaning on Christ when everything is uncertain. If you're walking through illness, loss, or uncertainty, Megan’s story will encourage you to trust that no molecule — including every cancer cell — is outside of God’s sovereign control. 0:00 - Introduction & Welcoming Megan Basham2:10 - Megan's Impact, Shepherds for Sale & Sounding the Alarm5:30 - The Surreal Year: NYT Bestseller While Fighting Cancer8:45 - Stage 3 Colon Cancer Diagnosis & Attacks During Treatment11:40 - Learning Dependence on God & Hidden Blessings15:20 - Comparing Journeys with Ben Sasse19:10 - One-on-One Trips with Daughters & Facing Mortality23:50 - Deepened Prayer Life & John MacArthur's Encouragement27:40 - Obsession with Statistics & Releasing Control29:50 - God's Peace, Providence & Gospel Invitation#MeganBasham #Cancer #Faith #ChristianPodcast #ShepherdsForSaleOur Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →News Roundup: Trump's GOP, Two Roads to Compromise, and Thriving in Division
2w ago01:46:15Tap to summarizeJon Harris unpacks Thomas Massie’s defeat, Trump’s strategic endorsements, the latest election outcomes, the mosque shooting in California, the SBC woman pastor controversy, and the intensifying push toward ecumenism through both social alliances and spiritual muddiness.To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →News Roundup: Rededicate America, Truth Crisis, & the Left's Chosen Villains
2w ago01:34:10Tap to summarizeJon Harris debunks the viral claim by Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna that the King James Bible was created so Henry VIII could remarry, examines the Pope’s award to an Iranian diplomat, analyzes the Rededicate America event in D.C. featuring Franklin Graham and J.D. Vance, and weighs in on the Trump statue “golden calf” controversy. He also dives into the Christian Nationalism debate with J.D. Greer and Stephen Wolfe, explores why elements of the left are boosting Thomas Massie, discusses the Daily Wire’s challenges and Ben Shapiro, exposes media “slop” in a New York Times piece on alleged Palestinian abuse, and covers personal updates on his upcoming SBC woman pastors documentary.Patreon.com/jonharrispodcastOur Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →I Read Russell Brand's New Christian Book So You Don't Have To
3w ago00:56:04Tap to summarizeJon Harris examines Russell Brand’s new book “How to Become a Christian in Seven Days,” published by Tucker Carlson Books. While acknowledging some positive elements, Jon warns that the book mixes truth with serious theological errors, New Age influences, and a dangerous conflation of political “red-pilling” with genuine spiritual regeneration.Jon discusses the difference between a true biblical Great Awakening and the current wave of celebrity spirituality, the proper understanding of sin, repentance, faith, and the gospel, and why political awakening is not the same as spiritual revival.To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →News Roundup: SBC Progressive Play, Same Sex Temptation, the Aliens, & More!
4w ago01:37:27Tap to summarizeJon covers news of the day including the push with the SBC to focus on Paul Pressler, confusion over Sam Allberry, the election results from last week, a little Middle Eastern Foreign Policy, The Pope's pro-illegal migration appointee, the Christian Reformed Church downsizing, the alleged "secret" aliens meeting, and more!To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Sam Allberry and Same Sex Attraction
May 401:03:23Tap to summarizeSam Allberry's views on Same Sex Attraction have been controversial for years. Within the evangelical movement, Allberry proports to value singles and same-sex attracted people while still holding a high position of marriage and family. This is attractive to many who want orthodox doctrine without what they see as a stereotypical judgmental attitude. Unfortunately, Sam Allberry's theology was more than inadequate. It lead people to make peace with a sinful orientation and receive consequences for those sins as if the consequences were signs of sacrificial godliness. There is a better way for those who struggle with same-sex attraction, homosexual orientation, gay feelings, or whatever term they use to describe their sinful desires.To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →State of the American Church in 2026 - Jon Harris
May 200:57:50Tap to summarizeJon Harris examines the state of the American church in 2026 — a time of spiritual interest among Gen Z, rising Bible sales, and public figures talking about Christianity, yet mixed with confusion, pastoral failures, and the risk of counterfeit revival. Drawing from statistics, personal reflections, and Scripture, Jon calls Christians to stand faithfully with the true church, prioritize the gospel, and focus on making disciples rather than platforms or politics. A sober yet hopeful message for believers navigating this cultural moment. 0:00 Introduction & Prayer1:40 Convictions: The Church Will Prevail4:20 Suspicions: Spiritual Awakening or Counterfeit?7:15 What Confuses Me – Loss of Key Leaders10:45 Statistics on Gen Z & Religious Interest13:50 Signs of True Revival – Church Growth, Pastors, Giving16:40 The Pastor Problem & Political Temptation22:30 Celebrity “Conversions” & Cultural Christianity27:15 Dangers of Theological Softening32:40 Real Hope – People Are Open to the Gospel37:50 Practical Pastoral Wisdom43:20 The Road to Emmaus – Walking by Faith49:30 Closing: Next Steps for the Church Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →News Roundup: Trump's Assassins, the Anti-Jewish Question, Female Pastor Showdown, & More
Apr 2901:58:51Tap to summarizeJon Harris discusses the Supreme Court’s major Voting Rights Act ruling that limits racial gerrymandering and could deliver Republicans additional congressional seats, the latest Trump assassination attempt and the shooter’s manifesto, and why Christians must reject conspiracy-driven narratives that blame Jews or Israel for everything. He also covers the state of the American church, encouraging signs in Bible reading and attendance, Southern Baptist controversies including women pastors and the Will McRaney case, Virginia redistricting battles, cultural issues like marriage intimacy and demographics, and more. A call for truth, discernment, and faithfulness in a chaotic time.00:00 - Welcome & Supreme Court Voting Rights Act Ruling 05:45 - Redistricting Wars, Virginia & Truth Conference 11:30 - Trump Assassination Attempt & Shooter’s Manifesto 18:20 - Epstein Files, Media Discernment & Christian Responsibility 25:10 - The anti-Jewish Question 32:45 - Joel Webbon, Jewish Supremacy Narrative & Historical Facts 1:06:00 - Israel, Lebanon & Equal Weights and Measures 1:23:00 - Southern Baptist Controversies & Will McRaney Case 1:35:00 - Virginia Redistricting, Abortion & Cultural Issues 1:45:00 - American Heritage, King Charles & Closing Encouragement To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →News Roundup: French on Talerico, SPLC Bombshell, VA Redistricting, Re: Critics
Apr 2402:17:44Tap to summarizeJon Harris discusses whether James Talarico can be considered a Christian given his support for abortion and transgenderism, critiques David French's reluctance to draw boundaries, and covers current events including the SPLC's informant scandal, Virginia redistricting drama, and SBC issues. He then responds in-depth to critics of his recent article on Jewish people, Romans 9-11, land promises, and church history, while addressing broader concerns about influence, evangelism, and maintaining biblical fidelity amid heated online debates.Order Against the Waves: Againstthewavesbook.comJon's Music: jonharristunes.comTo Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/00:00 - Intro & David French on James Talarico's Christianity00:10 - Why James Talarico Is Not a Christian (Abortion, Transgenderism, Islam)00:18 - Southern Baptist Issues: Female Motorcycle Chaplain00:24 - Josh Hawley & Al Mohler on Disaffected Young Men00:29 - Critique of Al Mohler & SBC Diversity Efforts00:41 - Southern Poverty Law Center Informant Scandal00:52 - Virginia Redistricting Fight & Election Concerns01:25 - Response to Critics: Article on Jews, Romans 9-11 & Promises01:37 - Addressing Objections (Preterism, Galatian Heresy, Church History)01:50 - Tucker Carlson, Influence, & Practical Christian Responses02:07 - Q&A, Millennial Views & Jewish Influence Discussion02:12 - Closing: Biblical Guardrails & George Washington QuoteOur Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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