There's a problem in our society of demagoguing on policy, using the warm bodies of victims as a political club. That's not right. Today, we'll talk about how to talk about tragedies and horrific crimes with empathy.
72. Nullify, Nullify, Nullify
I am in favor of every means of exacting back power and sovereignty from government overreach that does no harm to individuals in the process. I do not advocate defiance of every law, but I do see it fit to have the states stand against unjust laws as well as the individual, in the most prudent way possible.
71. Correcting The Course Of The Arts
How can we find a way to make art that's hard-hitting, true, and beautiful, without making it vile or grotesque? That's what we discuss today, and the answer is pretty simple. Find out more:
70. How To Find Success- And What That Really Means
The recipe for success is not as straight forward as people like to make it out to be. There are many factors that play into success: how hard you work, inherent skill, passion, and some luck. Today, I'll explain insights I've recently come across into success and a recipe that I've seen work for me and others around me.
69. What It Means To Be A Patriot
In today's world, wanting America to succeed is a partisan issue, but it doesn't have to be. Today, we discuss how you can be a patriot, and want the best for your country, no matter your political allegiances.
68. Don’t Jump The Gun
It's all too common for us to jump to conclusions in the digital media world. How can we use a little patience and charity to not jump the gun and shoot ourselves in the foot? That's what we discuss today.
67. What We Need To Come Together
Should your life be destroyed for bad things you said when you were 16 or even as an adult in the public eye? I don't think so... In this episode, I demonstrate how forgiveness and mercy are what we need to come together.
66. The People Behind The Statistics
We often throw around statistics and numbers without too much thought. But what do they mean for people's lives? Join me as we talk about The People Behind The Statistics and bring the numbers to life.
65. Gay Pride And Secular Prejudice
How do pride month, Trebek's miraculous healing, and a 8.6 oz baby's birth relate? They show the undermining of key aspects of our culture. Find out how we've gone off course and how to get back on.
64. The Abortion Debate- How To Have The Conversation
Today we'll be diving into the topic of abortion. Due to the new bills being put forward, it seems necessary to touch on this issue. We will walk through the main arguments on both sides and why I fall where I do. Then, I'll talk a little about the prudence of the bills being put forward.
63. A Rose By Any Other Name…
How can we build something together without a way of understanding each other? Constantly changing of the meaning of words is eroding our ability to communicate, just like in the Tower of Babel. Here are my thoughts on how to fix it
62. Gardening Your Way to Freedom
There are many ways to take control of your life. One big thing we can do is to create self-reliance, self-sufficiency, and preparation into our lives. Today, we'll talk about that... and some local politics too. "A garden requires patient labor and attention. Plants do not grow merely to satisfy ambitions or to fulfill good... Continue Reading →
61. Masculinity and Femininity Revisited
Today we're going back to a conversation I did about a year ago with Vin Armani talking about masculinity and femininity. I found water in my basement this morning, which had to be addressed, but didn't want to leave you hanging. So, I pulled this out of my archives. However, it seems to becoming more... Continue Reading →
60. Take The Personal Out Of The Political
We can't have rational discussions when disagreement is a personal affront. It turns a simple difference of opinion into impugning of one's character. Today, we'll talk about how to remedy that in our society.
59. Lessons Of History And The Loss Of Notre Dame
In light of the loss of Notre Dame, at least as it has been through history, I wanted to speak on what I've found in visiting these historic sights, and what we can take away from the ones that still stand.