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The Bridgehead
Hosted by Jonathon Van Maren · EN
Welcome to The Bridgehead! A place for insightful and thought-provoking discussions on pressing cultural issues from a Christian perspective.
We provide a consistent perspective on a world undergoing rapid societal change. Join Jonathon to learn what it means to live in a post-Christian age, how these changes have come about, and how Christians can effectively respond to these issues.
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So-Con WINS BC Conservative Leadership Race | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 69
1w ago00:29:58Tap to summarizeJonathon looks at the new BC Conservative Party leader, Kerry Lynne-Findlay, and what this means for conservatism in BC and in Canada.Next Jonathon looks at a euthanasia horror story out of Ontario where a man was euthanized after a consultation in a Tim Hortons parking lot. Finally Jonathon looks at Pierre Poilievre's response to a question from Billboard Chris about sex changes for minors.—————You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations:In Canada:On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqUOn thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/In the USA:On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7------------#KerryLynne-Findlay #BCPoli
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Iran's Underground Church in Wartime | Dr. Hormoz Shariat
2w ago00:48:13Tap to summarizeJonathon speaks with Dr. Hormoz Shariat of Iran Alive Ministries to hear about the situation on the ground for Christians in Iran.You can find Dr. Hormoz Shariat’s ministry at iranalive.orgBook Recommendations:“Iran’s Great Awakening: How God is Using a Muslim Convert to Spark Revival” - Hormuz Shariat“Soul by Soul: The Evangelical Mission to Spread the Gospel to Muslims” - Adriana Carranca“Inside the Revival: Good News & Changed Hearts Since 9/11” - Joel Rosenberg—————You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations:In Canada:On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqUOn thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/In the USA:On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7—————You can find “The Bridgehead with Jonathon Van Maren” podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Rumble, or wherever you listen to podcasts.The Bridgehead on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mWXT52Dpaf6QPg7plWJl6 The Bridgehead on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-bridgehead/id1751566743 Other Podcast Platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2372829_________Timestamps:00:00 Coming Up00:28 Introduction02:44 From Muslim to Christian05:27 Conversion in Los Angeles06:14 The 1979 Revolution08:40 Hormuz’s Brother Executed11:21 Reaction to Brother’s Death13:21 Called to Evangelism in Iran16:10 Christianity in Iran18:26 Life for Christians in Iran21:05 Persecution in Iran23:58 Number of Christians Currently in Prison26:10 The Growing Movement to Christianity in Iran30:32 Life for Christians Experiencing the War34:06 If the Regime Survives - Outlook for Christians37:23 Why the Government Hasn’t Come Down40:01 Christians Accused of Being “Spies”41:42 Iranian’s View on the War, Trump and Netanyahu44:08 What Western Christians Should Know46:06 How to Help#IranianChristians #Iran #Christianity
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Will Pierre's Leadership Survive? (& Other Questions) | Q&A
3w ago00:26:35Tap to summarizeJonathon runs a Q&A session to answer some questions about Canadian politics, from Alberta separatism, to Pierre's leadership, to the state of so-called "MAID" in Canada.If you have questions of your own for a future episode, please submit them through the form below:https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hAWtQ0eNDBMary Eberstadt's Book: "How the West Really Lost God"Mary Eberstadt Interview: https://youtu.be/RfbKj9k2Wvg?si=7c34Ky1RF02XzZkh Carl Trueman's Book: "Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution"—————You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations:In Canada:On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqUOn thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/In the USA:On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7—————You can find “The Bridgehead with Jonathon Van Maren” podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Rumble, or wherever you listen to podcasts.The Bridgehead on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mWXT52Dpaf6QPg7plWJl6 The Bridgehead on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-bridgehead/id1751566743 Other Podcast Platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2372829_________#cdnpoli #pierrepoilievre
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Are Liberals Finally Banning "MAID" For Mental Illness? | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 68
4w ago00:24:54Tap to summarizeJonathon looks at the encouraging Globe and Mail report that the Canadian government may be prepared halt the plan to expand "MAID" for mental illness.Second, Jonathon looks at a big win in the courts for Danielle Smith when it comes to stopping gender transitions for minors.Third, Jonathon looks at Premier David Eby and his embarrassing push for abortion access to distract from the issues he's created in BC.—————You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations:In Canada:On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqUOn thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/In the USA:On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7—————#cdnpoli #medicalassistanceindying #euthanasiadebate
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The Truth About Christians in Israel | Israeli Pastor David Zadok
May 701:06:59Tap to summarizeJonathon speaks with Pastor David Zadok, a Reformed pastor serving a congregation in Israel, to discuss what it is really like for Christians living in Israel.Pastor Zadok discusses his conversion and call to ministry, as well as the assertions from commentators like Tucker Carlson that there is rampant persecution of Christians in the country of Israel.#Israel #Christianity #TuckerCarlson
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BOMBSHELL: Gender Doctor QUESTIONS Child Trans Treatments | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 67
Apr 3000:25:35Tap to summarizeJonathon looks at Canadian gender doctor Karine Khatchadourian, who prescribed hormones to youth, and now challenges “medicalizing the majority of youth that are presenting to clinics.” She believes that the psychological benefits of puberty suppression are uncertain.She challenges the Canadian media and political consensus, which portrays “gender-affirming care” as unquestionable and necessary to prevent self-harm. She calls for a national review.You can find the National Post article where the story was first broken, here: https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/evolution-transgender-care-doctor Second, Jonathon looks at Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador, the University of Toronto, and the University of Waterloo's professor job postings for everyone but white straight males.—————You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations:In Canada:On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqUOn thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/In the USA:On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7—————#genderdebate #cdnpoli #pubertyblockers
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Does the Liberal Government Think You're Guilty of Violence? | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 66
Apr 2300:25:17Tap to summarizeJonathon points out how Bill C-9 threatens charter rights despite Liberal assurances that it won't affect good-faith discussion of religious texts and worship. Jonathon looks at whether you may actually be considered guilty of "violence" by the Canadian government.In the second story, Jonathon looks at the insidious way that so-called "MAID" deaths are reported in Ontario.#cdnpoli #BillC9 #markcarney
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The Breathtaking Cynicism of Marilyn Gladu's Defection | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 65
Apr 1600:28:37Tap to summarizeJonathon looks at the defection of MP Marilyn Gladu's defection to Mark Carney's Liberals and the pushback she has received both from the right and the left. Second, Jonathon looks at the argument made by Jocelyn Downie in favor of euthanasia.—————#MarilynGladu #cdnpoli #sarniaontario
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Is the NDP Convention a Glimpse of Canada's Future? | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 64
Apr 900:32:44Tap to summarizeJonathon breaks down the viral NDP convention, the NDP leadership results, and what it signals for Canada's future.—————You can find “The Bridgehead with Jonathon Van Maren” podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Rumble, or wherever you listen to podcasts.The Bridgehead on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mWXT52Dpaf6QPg7plWJl6 The Bridgehead on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-bridgehead/id1751566743 Other Podcast Platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2372829_________#NDPConvention #cdnpoli #avilewis
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Your Porn Questions Answered: Q&A with a Sexual Recovery Therapist | Paul Lavergne
Apr 201:10:45Tap to summarizeShould you date someone who is watching pornography? What if your spouse is addicted? Registered psychotherapist and sex addictions therapist Paul Lavergne joins to discuss porn addiction, recovery, and frequently asked questions about porn use and breaking free.You can reach Paul Lavergne at turningpoint4me@gmail.com or via his website, at turningpoint4me.comFor general resources on breaking free from pornography and porn-proofing your home, please visit: https://intothelightministries.ca/ An episode dealing with female porn addiction: https://thebridgehead.ca/2025/01/03/watch-breaking-the-silence-on-female-porn-addiction-karen-potter/ Accountability Filter: https://www.covenanteyes.com/Previous Paul Lavergne Therapist episodes (available on other podcast platforms too, under "the Van Maren Show"): Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7srWjctVrwyU20tqYboMxX?si=HAjS-DI2Q_KgAuy1Z7otSwPart 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6QlekdVOhfVgnrWK2rHeS7?si=Sl9qymG7TkicZ4yI6FffKg #pornaddiction #pornrecovery
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