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Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsNightwish - Episode 6 (Imaginaerum)Our Nightwish series continues as we step into the Imaginaerum era — one of the most creative and turbulent chapters in the band’s history.In this episode, we focus on the story of Nightwish during this period, exploring the creative vision behind Imaginaerum and the challenges the band faced as they brought this cinematic project to life. We unpack the tensions and changes that led to the departures of Anette Olzon and long-time drummer Jukka Nevalainen, and how these moments reshaped the band’s path moving...
2026-02-271h 50Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsNightwish - Episode 5 (Dark Passion Play)Our Nightwish series continues as we dive into the album Dark Passion Play and the beginning of a brand-new era for the band.In this episode, we cover Dark Passion Play in detail, exploring how Nightwish rebuilt and redefined their sound following Tarja’s departure. We discuss the arrival of Anette Olzon, the pressure surrounding the band at this pivotal moment, and how the album reflects both personal emotion and creative ambition. And, of course, we highlight and dissect my hidden gems from Dark Pa...
2026-02-202h 03Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsNightwish - Episode 4 (Once)Our Nightwish series continues as we dive into the album Once and the departure of Tarja Turunen. In this episode, we break down Once in detail, exploring how the album expanded Nightwish’s reach beyond Europe and marked a significant moment in their career. We also discuss how the broader success of other metal bands in the early 2000s helped create new opportunities within the scene — particularly for women in metal. Alongside the music, we unpack the circumstances surrounding Tarja’s dismissal, how it unfo...
2026-02-131h 54Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsNightwish - Episode 3 (Century Child)Our Nightwish series continues as we cover the EP Over The Hills And Far Away and dive into the album Century Child. In this episode, we explore how the band’s sound evolved even further, how the song writing became more personal for Tuomas Holopainen, and just how much of a game-changer the arrival of Marko Hietala was for Nightwish. We look at the band during the 2001–2003 period and, of course, highlight and dissect my hidden gems from each release - those tr...
2026-02-061h 37Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsNightwish - Episode 2 (Oceanborn & Wishmaster)Our Nightwish series continues as we dive into the Oceanborn and Wishmaster era of the band. In this episode, we explore how the band’s sound developed across these two releases, with sharper songwriting, more ambitious arrangements, and Tarja’s vocals taking on an even bigger role. We cover the story behind both albums, talk through their influence within the symphonic metal scene, and, of course, highlight and dissect my hidden gems from each release - those tracks that do not get the spotlight they deser...
2026-01-301h 39Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsNightwish - Episode 1 (Angels Fall First)It’s the start of a new series on Rock & Metal’s Hidden Gems — and this time we’re deep-diving into Finland’s biggest metal band: Nightwish.In this first episode, we trace the band’s beginnings, from Tuomas Holopainen’s campfire vision to their formation and early rise. We talk about Nightwish’s influence on the metal world — especially their impact on women in the genre — and, of course, we break down the debut album Angels Fall First, exploring the band’s initial sound while highlighting and dissecting the hidden gems on this release.
2026-01-241h 21Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsDiablo Swing Orchestra - Episode 2Rock & Metal’s Hidden Gems continues its deep dive into one of the most inventive bands in modern music as we conclude our two-part spotlight on the Diablo Swing Orchestra.In episode 2, we explore the band’s bold evolution — from their shift in vocal style from operatic grandeur to jazz-infused flair, to the ways their sound continued to expand and defy genre boundaries. We take an in-depth look at their three most recent albums, examining how the Diablo Swing Orchestra refined their identity while remaining fearless in experimentation, composition, and st...
2025-12-312h 55Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsDiablo Swing Orchestra - Episode 1Rock & Metal’s Hidden Gems returns with a brand-new series — and this time, we’re flipping the script. Instead of searching for hidden gem tracks, we’re spotlighting a hidden gem band, diving deep into their music to explore why they deserve far greater recognition and success. For this series, our focus is on the wildly original Diablo Swing Orchestra.In this episode, we introduce who Diablo Swing Orchestra are and explore what makes them one of the most unique and creative bands across any genre. We break down their early years and take a c...
2025-12-231h 37Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsIron Maiden - Episode 8In this final chapter of our Iron Maiden deep-dive on Rock and Metal’s Hidden Gems, we arrive at the band’s most recent era — one defined by maturity, ambition, and fearless storytelling. We explore the expansive epic that is The Book of Souls and the atmospheric, battle-scarred world of Senjutsu, two albums that highlight Iron Maiden’s continued evolution well into the modern age.We uncover the tracks that showcase Iron Maiden’s enduring creativity and dive deep into those hidden gems that even...
2025-12-171h 30Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsIron Maiden - Episode 7In this episode of Rock and Metal’s Hidden Gems, our Iron Maiden exploration continues into the band’s ambitious mid-2000s era — a period defined by thematic depth, cinematic scope, and bold musical experimentation. We dive into the wartime gravitas of A Matter of Life and Death and the cosmic adventure of The Final Frontier, two albums that showcase Maiden pushing their sound into ever more expansive territory.We shine a light on the hidden gems within these critically acclaimed records, dissecting the tracks that u...
2025-12-101h 35Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsIron Maiden - Episode 6In this episode of Rock and Metal’s Hidden Gems, our Iron Maiden journey reaches a triumphant turning point — the return of Bruce Dickinson and Adrian Smith. We dive into the revitalized energy and renewed creativity that powered the band’s modern-era resurgence, beginning with the sweeping atmospheres of Brave New World and continuing through the adventurous storytelling of Dance of Death.We explore the tracks that highlight Maiden’s evolution into the 2000s and more importantly, we uncover those lesser-known hidden gems that sho...
2025-12-051h 48Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsIron Maiden - Episode 5In this episode of Rock and Metal’s Hidden Gems, our Iron Maiden journey enters a bold new chapter — the Blaze Bayley era. We take a fresh, open-minded look at the dark introspection of The X Factor and the forward-looking ambition of Virtual XI, two albums that reveal a distinct and often overlooked side of Maiden’s creative evolution.We dig into the tracks that showcase what Blaze brought to the band and the unique musical direction Maiden explored during this period — songs many casual listener...
2025-12-011h 07Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsIron Maiden - Episode 4In this episode of Rock and Metal’s Hidden Gems, our Iron Maiden saga moves into one of the band’s most turbulent eras. We explore the raw, back-to-basics grit of No Prayer for the Dying and the shadow-soaked atmosphere of Fear of the Dark — two albums that marked a dramatic shift from Maiden’s grand ’80s experimentation.We shine a light on the deep cuts and underrated tracks from these albums that reveal the band’s resilience and evolving identity. And, of course, we dive into the seismic moment that shook the metal world: Bruce Dickinson’s departure, w...
2025-11-221h 43Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsIron Maiden - Episode 3In this episode of Rock and Metal’s Hidden Gems, our Iron Maiden journey continues into the band’s bold mid‑80s evolution. We dive into the futuristic soundscapes of Somewhere in Time and the mystical storytelling of Seventh Son of a Seventh Son — two albums that pushed Maiden’s creativity to new heights.From the soaring melodies of Wasted Years to the epic grandeur of The Evil That Men Do, we revisit the tracks that defined this era while uncovering the overlooked gems that deserve a place in every fan’s playlist. These records weren’t just milestone...
2025-11-181h 20
LIMINAL NEWS with Daniel PinchbeckToxic Empathy: How Christian Nationalism Turned Cruelty Into VirtueThis is an audio version of my recent video essay based on my recent Substack post, "Toxic Empathy: The Supreme Court and the Death of Christian Compassion." I explore how right-wing Christian nationalism has inverted the moral teachings of Jesus—transforming empathy into sin and cruelty into virtue. Drawing on Herbert Marcuse, Joy DeGruy, and the Gospels, I unpack how repression, self-denial, and hierarchy have been sanctified as "tough love." Read the original essay here: https://danielpinchbeck.substack.com/... Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uudg-3tORj0 📚 References & Mentions Eros and Civ...
2025-11-1015 min
The VolumeBo Nix STRUGGLES, Broncos defense DOMINATES in TNF win vs. RaidersFormer NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 10 Thursday Night Football matchup between Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos vs. Geno Smith and the Las Vegas Raiders.John kicks off by discussing Broncos QB Bo Nix poor performance despite the win vs. the Raiders and debates if Nix can help propel his team on a NFL playoff run. John then explains why the Raiders need to consider trading star Maxx Crosby in the offseason. Next, John reacts to the Kansas City Chiefs' fan reaction to not trading for New York Jets running back Breece Hall...
2025-11-071h 553 and Out with John MiddlekauffBo Nix STRUGGLES, Broncos defense DOMINATES in TNF win vs. RaidersFormer NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 10 Thursday Night Football matchup between Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos vs. Geno Smith and the Las Vegas Raiders.John kicks off by discussing Broncos QB Bo Nix poor performance despite the win vs. the Raiders and debates if Nix can help propel his team on a NFL playoff run. John then explains why the Raiders need to consider trading star Maxx Crosby in the offseason. Next, John reacts to the Kansas City Chiefs' fan reaction to not trading for New York Jets running back Breece Hall...
2025-11-071h 55The Herd with Colin Cowherd3 & Out - Bo Nix STRUGGLES, Broncos defense DOMINATES in TNF win vs. RaidersFormer NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 10 Thursday Night Football matchup between Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos vs. Geno Smith and the Las Vegas Raiders.John kicks off by discussing Broncos QB Bo Nix poor performance despite the win vs. the Raiders and debates if Nix can help propel his team on a NFL playoff run. John then explains why the Raiders need to consider trading star Maxx Crosby in the offseason. Next, John reacts to the Kansas City Chiefs' fan reaction to not trading for New York Jets running back Breece Hall...
2025-11-071h 55Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsIron Maiden - Episode 2In this episode of Rock and Metal’s Hidden Gems, we continue our deep dive into the legacy of the mighty Iron Maiden. This time, we explore the golden era that defined the band’s sound and introduced us to Bruce Dickinson — The Number of the Beast, Piece of Mind, and Powerslave.Join us as we touch on the monster tracks that shook arenas worldwide — from the haunting power of Hallowed Be Thy Name to the thunderous energy of Aces High — and more importantly uncover the hidden gems that often get overshadow...
2025-11-012h 02Rock & Metal's Hidden GemsIron Maiden - Episode 1In this episode, we dive into the epic world of Iron Maiden, one of metal’s most legendary and influential bands. From their early days in London’s gritty club scene to their rise as global icons, we explore the story behind the music — the albums, the anthems, and the moments that defined one of the biggest metal bands on the planet.But we’re not just talking about the hits. We’ll deep dive into Iron Maiden’s hidden gems — those deep cuts that showcase the band’s storytelling, musicianship, and fearless creativity. Thes...
2025-10-301h 20
The VolumeJustin Herbert & Chargers DOMINATE Carson Wentz & Vikings on TNFFormer NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 8 Thursday Night Football matchup between Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings vs. Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers. John then reacts to the Chargers blowout win vs. the Vikings and laments the Vikings QB situation. Should they have resigned current Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold or Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones? John then reacts to the current gambling probe involving Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups & Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and others. John wraps up with his thoughts on Love is Blind & recaps his experience...
2025-10-241h 343 and Out with John MiddlekauffJustin Herbert & Chargers DOMINATE Carson Wentz & Vikings on TNFFormer NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 8 Thursday Night Football matchup between Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings vs. Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers. John then reacts to the Chargers blowout win vs. the Vikings and laments the Vikings QB situation. Should they have resigned current Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold or Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones? John then reacts to the current gambling probe involving Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups & Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and others. John wraps up with his thoughts on Love is Blind & recaps his experience...
2025-10-241h 34The Herd with Colin Cowherd3 & Out - Justin Herbert & Chargers DOMINATE Carson Wentz & Vikings on TNFFormer NFL scout John Middlekauff is reacting LIVE immediately following the Week 8 Thursday Night Football matchup between Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings vs. Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers. John then reacts to the Chargers blowout win vs. the Vikings and laments the Vikings QB situation. Should they have resigned current Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold or Indianapolis Colts QB Daniel Jones? John then reacts to the current gambling probe involving Portland Trailblazers head coach Chauncey Billups & Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and others. John wraps up with his thoughts on Love is Blind & recaps his experience...
2025-10-241h 34
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 163: “Social Justice Is Justice, Pt. 3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this final episode exploring Allie Beth Stuckey’s critique of “toxic empathy,” Dan takes on her argument that calls for “social justice” are not only un-Christian, but “evil.” On what basis does she make this claim? And how does she defend this view as “biblical?” How does she deal with the dozens and dozens of biblical passages that call for social justice? And what does the answer to this que...
2025-09-2433 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 163: “Social Justice Is Justice, Pt. 3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this final episode exploring Allie Beth Stuckey’s critique of “toxic empathy,” Dan takes on her argument that calls for “social justice” are not only un-Christian, but “evil.” On what basis does she make this claim? And how does she defend this view as “biblical?” How does she deal with the dozens and dozens of biblical passages that call for social justice? And what does the answer to this que...
2025-09-2433 min
Grab Matters PodcastDon Wallace | The Grab Matters Podcast - Episode 100Well, here we are, we made it. Episode 100. There is a short list of people who could even be considered for such a milestone, and Don Wallace finds himself near the top. Don is real, and you would be hard pressed to find someone who said he wasn’t. Don has been in and around Liquid Force for decades, starting as a TM in the 90’s and working his way to where he is today as the Brand Director. While his allegiance has always been to one brand, his passion has remained intact for the sport as a whole. Join...
2025-09-232h 55
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 162: “Social Justice Is Justice, Pt. 2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this episode, Dan considers his look at why Allie Beth Stuckey rejects calls for social justice. He shows how she denies the existence of systemic racism and of racial privilege, and the ways in which she ignores the multiple dimensions of social justice to invalidate the experience of racism by millions of Americans. He also argues that people like Stuckey carefully cultivate their ignorance of the...
2025-09-1739 minStraight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 162: “Social Justice Is Justice, Pt. 2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this episode, Dan considers his look at why Allie Beth Stuckey rejects calls for social justice. He shows how she denies the existence of systemic racism and of racial privilege, and the ways in which she ignores the multiple dimensions of social justice to invalidate the experience of racism by millions of Americans. He also argues that people like Stuckey carefully cultivate their ignorance of the...
2025-09-1739 min
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 161: “Social Justice Is Justice, Pt. 1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In the final chapter of her book, Allie Beth Stuckey takes on “social justice.” Specifically, she puts forward her argument that demands for “social justice” are not only expressions of “toxic” empathy, but they are actually unjust, and incompatible with Christian notions of justice. But her arguments depend on the idea that White Christians are the real victims of social injustice and on fundamental misperceptions of social reality. In...
2025-09-1032 minStraight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 161: “Social Justice Is Justice, Pt. 1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In the final chapter of her book, Allie Beth Stuckey takes on “social justice.” Specifically, she puts forward her argument that demands for “social justice” are not only expressions of “toxic” empathy, but they are actually unjust, and incompatible with Christian notions of justice. But her arguments depend on the idea that White Christians are the real victims of social injustice and on fundamental misperceptions of social reality. In...
2025-09-1032 min
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 160: “No Human Is Illegal, Pt.3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey tells us that our views on immigrants, immigration, and borders must be shaped by an awareness that God is a god of “order.” But what does “order” mean for her? And how does this shape her understanding of immigrants and immigration? Are there other ways to understand order? And what if god is understood in terms of compassion, or love, or redemption, or justice, rather t...
2025-09-0332 minStraight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 160: “No Human Is Illegal, Pt.3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey tells us that our views on immigrants, immigration, and borders must be shaped by an awareness that God is a god of “order.” But what does “order” mean for her? And how does this shape her understanding of immigrants and immigration? Are there other ways to understand order? And what if god is understood in terms of compassion, or love, or redemption, or justice, rather t...
2025-09-0332 min
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 159: “No Human Is Illegal, Pt.2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey advances a typically xenophobic, right-wing immigration agenda, focused on using misinformation and scare-mongering to justify keeping (primarily) non-White immigrants out of the US. And she says that she does so for “biblical” reasons. But what are these reasons? What biblical rationale does she offer? And how does she deal with the numerous Bible passages that command care for the “foreigner,” the “sojourner,” the “stranger among you”? Li...
2025-08-2735 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 159: “No Human Is Illegal, Pt.2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey advances a typically xenophobic, right-wing immigration agenda, focused on using misinformation and scare-mongering to justify keeping (primarily) non-White immigrants out of the US. And she says that she does so for “biblical” reasons. But what are these reasons? What biblical rationale does she offer? And how does she deal with the numerous Bible passages that command care for the “foreigner,” the “sojourner,” the “stranger among you”? Li...
2025-08-2735 min
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 158: “No Human Is Illegal, Pt.1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this first episode examining Allie Beth Stuckey’s chapter on immigration, Dan considers Stuckey’s question “what happened?” to bipartisan support for immigration reform. She suggests that liberals and progressives have become radical on the issue of immigration and drifted far from the American mainstream. But Dan argues that Stuckey, and those on the right like her, have misled Americans for decades about their real positions on immig...
2025-08-2037 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 158: “No Human Is Illegal, Pt.1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 850-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this first episode examining Allie Beth Stuckey’s chapter on immigration, Dan considers Stuckey’s question “what happened?” to bipartisan support for immigration reform. She suggests that liberals and progressives have become radical on the issue of immigration and drifted far from the American mainstream. But Dan argues that Stuckey, and those on the right like her, have misled Americans for decades about their real positions on immig...
2025-08-2037 min
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 157: “Love Is Love, Pt.3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Does Allie Beth Stuckey struggle with the temptation to exercise “toxic empathy?” In this episode, considering her opposition to marriage equality, Dan suggests that she does. How does she respond to this temptation? What does this response show us not only about her, but about high-control American Christianity? How does it illustrate the ways in which high-control religion invariably masks exercises of power and authority as “love”? Check ou...
2025-08-0637 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 157: “Love Is Love, Pt.3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Does Allie Beth Stuckey struggle with the temptation to exercise “toxic empathy?” In this episode, considering her opposition to marriage equality, Dan suggests that she does. How does she respond to this temptation? What does this response show us not only about her, but about high-control American Christianity? How does it illustrate the ways in which high-control religion invariably masks exercises of power and authority as “love”? Check ou...
2025-08-0637 min
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 156: “Love Is Love, Pt.2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In her homophobic attacks on “toxic empathy” as it relates to marriage equality and queer sexuality, Allie Beth Stuckey spends more time addressing the Bible than she has in the previous chapters of her book. But what, exactly, does she think the Bible is, and how does she believe we should read it? She gives us an important insight into this when she claims that everything in the...
2025-07-3046 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 156: “Love Is Love, Pt.2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In her homophobic attacks on “toxic empathy” as it relates to marriage equality and queer sexuality, Allie Beth Stuckey spends more time addressing the Bible than she has in the previous chapters of her book. But what, exactly, does she think the Bible is, and how does she believe we should read it? She gives us an important insight into this when she claims that everything in the...
2025-07-3046 min
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 155: “Love Is Love, Pt.1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In the third chapter of her book attacking “toxic empathy,” Allie Beth Stuckey mounts her argument against gay rights and, in particular, marriage equality. Throughout her chapter, she asserts that marriage equality marks a departure from “biblical” or “traditional” marriage, from a model of marriage that has decisively shaped the Christian West from the time of Jesus and before, and that it should therefore be resisted at all costs. A...
2025-07-2343 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 155: “Love Is Love, Pt.1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In the third chapter of her book attacking “toxic empathy,” Allie Beth Stuckey mounts her argument against gay rights and, in particular, marriage equality. Throughout her chapter, she asserts that marriage equality marks a departure from “biblical” or “traditional” marriage, from a model of marriage that has decisively shaped the Christian West from the time of Jesus and before, and that it should therefore be resisted at all costs. A...
2025-07-2343 min
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusWeekly Roundup: Trump, Epstein, John MacArthur, Allie Beth Stuckey, and Theology for PsychopathsSubscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Brad and Dan unpack the legacy of John MacArthur, the influential evangelical preacher whose death reignites conversations around authority, submission, and even slavery in conservative Christianity.
They also examine new developments in the Epstein-Trump story and whether any of it could dent Trump’s support.
The conversation then turns to the troubling fusion of empathy and authoritarianism in evangelical spaces—highlighting figures like Alli...
2025-07-181h 09Straight White American JesusWeekly Roundup: Trump, Epstein, John MacArthur, Allie Beth Stuckey, and Theology for PsychopathsSubscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Brad and Dan unpack the legacy of John MacArthur, the influential evangelical preacher whose death reignites conversations around authority, submission, and even slavery in conservative Christianity.
They also examine new developments in the Epstein-Trump story and whether any of it could dent Trump’s support.
The conversation then turns to the troubling fusion of empathy and authoritarianism in evangelical spaces—highlighting figures like Alli...
2025-07-181h 09
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 154: “All Women Are Women, Pt. 3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this final episode taking on Allie Beth Stuckey’s defense of transphobia, Dan looks at her appeals to the Bible and her claims that she is seeking to “protect” women and children. He shows how she selectively appeals to the Bible to support the anti-trans positions she already holds, and how her insistence that she is “protecting” women and children actually works to mask her efforts to activel...
2025-07-1640 minStraight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 154: “All Women Are Women, Pt. 3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this final episode taking on Allie Beth Stuckey’s defense of transphobia, Dan looks at her appeals to the Bible and her claims that she is seeking to “protect” women and children. He shows how she selectively appeals to the Bible to support the anti-trans positions she already holds, and how her insistence that she is “protecting” women and children actually works to mask her efforts to activel...
2025-07-1640 min
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 153: “All Women Are Women, Pt. 2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey advances her argument against the legitimacy and reality of transgender identity by considering the testimonial of an individual who transitioned to a gender different from their assigned birth gender, only to “detransition” later, and by appealing to the theory of “Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria.” In this episode, Dan shows why these appeals are not only not compelling, but how they actually prove the opposite of what...
2025-07-0941 minStraight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 153: “All Women Are Women, Pt. 2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey advances her argument against the legitimacy and reality of transgender identity by considering the testimonial of an individual who transitioned to a gender different from their assigned birth gender, only to “detransition” later, and by appealing to the theory of “Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria.” In this episode, Dan shows why these appeals are not only not compelling, but how they actually prove the opposite of what...
2025-07-0941 min
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 152: “All Women Are Women, Pt. 1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey insists that gender and biological sex are the same thing, that there are two binary genders, and that gender identity and gender dysphoria are myths. In support of these claims, she offers simplistic appeals to “science” and the story of a woman who “detransitioned” from a transmale identity back to her previous female identity. In this episode, Dan takes a close look at these dimensio...
2025-07-0224 minStraight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 152: “All Women Are Women, Pt. 1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey insists that gender and biological sex are the same thing, that there are two binary genders, and that gender identity and gender dysphoria are myths. In support of these claims, she offers simplistic appeals to “science” and the story of a woman who “detransitioned” from a transmale identity back to her previous female identity. In this episode, Dan takes a close look at these dimensio...
2025-07-0224 min
Data Over DogmaIs Allie Beth Stuckey a Sheep or a Goat?Ooooh! Dan McClellan has a bee in his bonnet, and her name is Allie Beth Stuckey!
This week we're looking at the parable of the sheep and the goats. In it, sheep are good, and goats are bad, and the Lord has some sorting to do. How do you get to be a sheep? Feed, house, clothe, and generally take care of your brothers and sisters. But that presents a problem for Allie Beth: who are her brothers and sisters?
Well, let's just say that Ms Stuckey and Dr...
2025-06-301h 01
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 151: “Abortion Is Healthcare, Pt. 3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey warns her readers to be on the lookout for people passing off lies as facts and appealing to emotion to mask bad arguments. But, as Dan discusses in this week’s episode, her anti-abortion positions are grounded in lies that pass as factual arguments, and are intended to bring others to her position by playing on their emotions. What are the lies she tells? Ho...
2025-06-1837 minStraight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 151: “Abortion Is Healthcare, Pt. 3”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey warns her readers to be on the lookout for people passing off lies as facts and appealing to emotion to mask bad arguments. But, as Dan discusses in this week’s episode, her anti-abortion positions are grounded in lies that pass as factual arguments, and are intended to bring others to her position by playing on their emotions. What are the lies she tells? Ho...
2025-06-1837 min
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 150: “Abortion Is Healthcare, Pt. 2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey offers reasons for opposition abortion access that are typical of the anti-abortion movement. In particular, she argues that abortion is the murder of an innocent human person. She also tries to show that anti-abortion advocates affirm a full “culture of life,” and are not only concerned with the unborn. But are her arguments convincing? What does it mean to be a “human person,” and why does...
2025-06-1138 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 150: “Abortion Is Healthcare, Pt. 2”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey offers reasons for opposition abortion access that are typical of the anti-abortion movement. In particular, she argues that abortion is the murder of an innocent human person. She also tries to show that anti-abortion advocates affirm a full “culture of life,” and are not only concerned with the unborn. But are her arguments convincing? What does it mean to be a “human person,” and why does...
2025-06-1138 min
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 149: “Abortion Is Healthcare, Pt. 1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this episode we address the first of what Stuckey identifies as progressive “lies”: “Abortion Is Healthcare.” In looking at her discussion, Dan offers an overview of the contradictions, fallacies, and revisionist history she uses to defend her views. He explores how she uses the precise rhetorical tricks she accuses others of using, and how her discussion of abortion contradicts her entire thesis about the dangers of empathy...
2025-06-0433 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 149: “Abortion Is Healthcare, Pt. 1”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
In this episode we address the first of what Stuckey identifies as progressive “lies”: “Abortion Is Healthcare.” In looking at her discussion, Dan offers an overview of the contradictions, fallacies, and revisionist history she uses to defend her views. He explores how she uses the precise rhetorical tricks she accuses others of using, and how her discussion of abortion contradicts her entire thesis about the dangers of empathy...
2025-06-0433 min
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 148: “Red Flags”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey highlights five “red flags” to help us make sure we don’t fall into the trap of “toxic empathy.” What are these “red flags?” Why does she highlight the ones she does? What do they tell us about the rhetoric around “toxic empathy” and what we can expect from the rest of her book? And how do they illustrate that (once again) high-control Christians are often not acti...
2025-05-2733 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 148: “Red Flags”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey highlights five “red flags” to help us make sure we don’t fall into the trap of “toxic empathy.” What are these “red flags?” Why does she highlight the ones she does? What do they tell us about the rhetoric around “toxic empathy” and what we can expect from the rest of her book? And how do they illustrate that (once again) high-control Christians are often not acti...
2025-05-2733 min
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 147: “Love Is…What, Exactly?”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey and the opponents of “toxic empathy” tell us that the remedy to excessive empathy is love. But what does this mean? What is “love,” as they understand it? How is different from emotions like empathy or sympathy? And how does it license practices of abuse and coercion that empower high-control Christianity? Why, in other words, is their understanding of love so dangerous and damaging? Check ou...
2025-05-2130 minStraight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 147: “Love Is…What, Exactly?”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Allie Beth Stuckey and the opponents of “toxic empathy” tell us that the remedy to excessive empathy is love. But what does this mean? What is “love,” as they understand it? How is different from emotions like empathy or sympathy? And how does it license practices of abuse and coercion that empower high-control Christianity? Why, in other words, is their understanding of love so dangerous and damaging? Check ou...
2025-05-2130 min
Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 146: “Empathy is…What, Exactly?”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Those on the American political and religious right increasingly warn against the dangers of excessive empathy. The problem with America, they assert, stems from empathy run amok. One such voice on the right is that of Allie Beth Stuckey, who warns us of the supposed dangers of “toxic empathy.” But what is empathy? Why is it perceived to be such a threat? What is “toxic” empathy? And why are...
2025-05-1430 minPremium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusIt's in the Code ep 146: “Empathy is…What, Exactly?”Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
Those on the American political and religious right increasingly warn against the dangers of excessive empathy. The problem with America, they assert, stems from empathy run amok. One such voice on the right is that of Allie Beth Stuckey, who warns us of the supposed dangers of “toxic empathy.” But what is empathy? Why is it perceived to be such a threat? What is “toxic” empathy? And why are...
2025-05-1430 min
Nature :: Spirit — Kinship in a living world56. Thirsty for the Waters of LifeTara Westover’s memoir, Educated, grabs me hard because her story resonates so deeply with mine. So today I use both of our stories to explore mental abuse or epistemic abuse—attacking the mind of another, trying to control how and what they think. It’s key to authoritarianism. And we explore the 2000-year-old form of authoritarianism in Western history and how it rests on a religious idea that took hold as Rome was crumbling. The fixes we need today run even deeper than education because the academy too is rooted in authoritarian patterns, as Indigenous thinkers such as Daniel...
2025-05-1029 min
Speaking of Schools (News On The Hill)Speaking of Schools: Daniel Kearns-Pickett on the OCS Health and Wellness FairOrange County Schools Mental Health Coordinator Daniel Kearns-Pickett spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 30. He discussed the upcoming Second Annual Orange County Schools Health and Wellness Fair at Orange High School on Saturday, May 3 from noon to 3 p.m. He talked about what would be at the Health and Wellness Fair, what motivated its creation initially, and who it is aiming to serve. He also discussed his journey in education, the importance of student mental health, and more.
Speaking of Schools is our regular check-in with the public school districts in our community. You...
2025-04-3007 min
Relatable with Allie Beth StuckeyEp 1168 | Should Austin Metcalf’s Dad Forgive His Murderer?In today's episode, we're discussing the heartbreaking story of the death of high school track student Austin Metcalf at the hands of alleged suspect Karmelo Anthony. We go over the details of what happened, and while we don't know why Karmelo allegedly stabbed Austin, we do know that killing someone for mere words is never justifiable. That didn't stop social media from jumping to conclusions about Austin, even going so far as to call him a white supremacist and saying he deserved to be stabbed with absolutely no evidence. We also talk about what duties Christians have when it...
2025-04-0854 min
Building Blocks#058 - School Board Election ForumDr. Berger sits down with four candidates running for the Pearland ISD School Board. In this special forum-style podcast, we provide a platform for them to share their vision, priorities, and perspectives.Whether you're a parent, educator, or engaged community member, this Building Blocks episode offers the insights you need to make an informed decision at the polls. Tune in and be part of the conversation shaping the future of Pearland ISD!Election Information:https://www.pearlandisd.org/board-of-trustees/election-informationPosition 5:Daniel StuckeyAzania Salazar
2025-04-0145 min
Premium Ad-Free: Straight White American JesusThe Sin of Empathy Part III: Dehumanization is the GoalSubscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/In this final installment of the series, Brad discusses the concept of 'toxic empathy' as introduced by Ali Beth Stuckey in her book and critiques its impact on empathy within Christian and nationalistic contexts. He explores how empathy is being demonized by figures such as Elon Musk and Joe Rigney, and addresses the broader implications of reducing empathy in society, particularly towards marginalized groups...
2025-03-3133 minStraight White American JesusThe Sin of Empathy Part III: Dehumanization is the GoalSubscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/In this final installment of the series, Brad discusses the concept of 'toxic empathy' as introduced by Ali Beth Stuckey in her book and critiques its impact on empathy within Christian and nationalistic contexts. He explores how empathy is being demonized by figures such as Elon Musk and Joe Rigney, and addresses the broader implications of reducing empathy in society, particularly towards marginalized groups...
2025-03-3133 min
Grab Matters PodcastTom Fooshee | The Grab Matters Podcast - Episode 76Tom Fooshee was coined by Scott Byerly himself as the "King of Cable", and Tom has the resume to back it up. Getting started in in Texas waterskiing behind the boat, Tom didn't even start riding the cable until many years later when TSR opened. Tom is an eccentric and passionate rider who still follows the sport closely to this day, and has managed to stay in the industry after his professional career came to an end. The Debut, Wakeboarding with Jamie O'Brien, Texas football, contests, signing with Liquid Force, boat vs. cable, winning ROTY, and almost killing a...
2025-01-213h 03
Your Music Saved Us100 Daniel Otto (Bot) Jack Petersen BTRMhttps://events.humanitix.com/copy-of-audiofeed-music-festivalhttps://danielottojackpetersen.substack.com/https://blastertherocketman.threadless.com/https://www.facebook.com/p/Blaster-The-Rocket-Man-100063205721467/https://www.instagram.com/blaster_the_rocket_man(I lost the notes for links, I'll put them back together and get them posted!)
2024-12-052h 16
3 and Out with John Middlekauff3 & Out - Jameis Winston and Cleveland Browns STUN Russell Wilson and the Pittsburgh Steelers on TNFJohn Middlekauff reacts to a snowy showdown in Cleveland between Jameis Winston and the Cleveland Browns and Russell Wilson and the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football. John breaks down some major moments in the game where coach Tomlin and the Steelers had a chance to put it away but ultimately the Browns were able to play spoiler to the Steelers who have hopes of winning the AFC North. Next John gives his thoughts on NY Giants QB Daniel Jones' goodbye speech he gave to the media on Thursday afternoon. John then focuses on the other New...
2024-11-221h 40
3 and Out with John Middlekauff3 & Out - Cowboys take down the Giants, Fugazi Friday, Stuckey joins the podcastJohn breaks down the Dallas Cowboys' crucial road victory over the New York Giants, winning 20-15 on Thursday Night Football, which may have saved their season. Despite early-season criticism, Giants QB Daniel Jones delivered a strong performance without much support from the running game. John emphasizes that while Dak Prescott and the Cowboys' defense did enough to secure this win, they will need to step up against tougher opponents ahead. Finally, John is joined by The Action Networks betting guru, Stuckey to talk about the weekend's best bets. 7:49 - TNF Reaction 20:09 - Injuries in t...
2024-09-271h 20
The Mind of a ChildPraying for Your Child's Future Spouse> Document your favorite memories with Duncan and Stone's keepsake journalsThe first in a "continual" series of Praying for Your Child's (Blank) - Marriage is from God and is such a pivotal life moment for your child. On this episode, we encourage you to not only pray for your child BUT also to prepare them for what to look for in a godly spouse. Enjoy!Verses mentioned:Ephesians 6:12Proverbs 31Psalm 139Proverbs 4:23Podcast mentioned:Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey featuring Dr. Brad WilcoxThe Mind of a C...
2024-08-1221 min
In Our Time: CultureMonet in EnglandMelvyn Bragg and guests discuss the work of the great French Impressionist Claude Monet (1840-1926) in London, initially in 1870 and then from 1899. He spent his first visit in poverty, escaping from war in France, while by the second he had become so commercially successful that he stayed at the Savoy Hotel. There, from his balcony, he began a series of almost a hundred paintings that captured the essence of this dynamic city at that time, with fog and smoke almost obscuring the bridges, boats and Houses of Parliament. The pollution was terrible for health but the diffraction through the...
2024-07-2550 min
The Belfast PodcastWhy Christians get Kat Von D Wrong | Divine Conspiracy | Ch 9 | Pt 2 | BP Ep. 81About 6 months ago, Kat Von D went onto Allie Beth Stuckey's podcast. They talked about her conversion, and Kat shared stories of the backlash she has experienced due to her appearance. She also sheds light on why she doesn't like modern worship music. These clips help us dive into Willard's words from "The Divine Conspiracy" regarding our out-of-order values in personal transformation.
Kat on 'Relatable': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLfIjbOXgY0
Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-belfast-podcast/id1472441982
Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com...
2024-06-2138 min
Think Big with Dan & QasimLegacy and Leadership: Stephanie Stuckey on Guiding Stuckey's Corporation | Think BigWelcome to Think Big with Dan and Qasim, where we explore the stories of influential leaders making an impact in their industries. Join us as we sit down with Stephanie Stuckey, Chief Executive Officer of Stuckey's Corporation, for an insightful conversation about leadership, legacy, and the enduring charm of a beloved American brand. In this episode, Stephanie Stuckey shares her journey and experiences in leading Stuckey's Corporation, a company with a rich history dating back to the mid-20th century. Stephanie discusses the challenges and rewards of revitalizing a nostalgic brand known for its pecan treats and iconic roadside...
2024-06-2019 min
Counteract PodcastEp. 21 - Resolving to stand, no matter the cost - Worldview w/ AbigailWe are SO excited about Counteract USA’s 2nd Annual Resolve to Stand Conference on September 13-14 in Northwest Arkansas, featuring Allie Beth Stuckey!
Today, Abigail talks about the heart behind the Resolve to Stand Conference and what it looks like when the believer predetermines to stand upon the truth of the Word of God, no matter the cost–just like Daniel, Hananiah, Azariah, and Mishael.
“Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego answered and said to the king, ‘O Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. If this be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver...
2024-04-3020 min
Science VsHormone Balancing: Should You Try It?Tons of us are feeling run-down and crummy and are wondering: What can we do about it? Well, lots of influencers have an answer: balancing our hormones. These influencers, including some doctors, recommend special supplements, diets, exercises, and prescriptions to tame our cortisol, boost our testosterone, and tackle our estrogen. Are they on to something? We get to the bottom of it with endocrinologists Dr. Deena Adimoolam and Prof. Anne Cappola; and urologist Prof. Mohit Khera.
Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/ScienceVsHormoneBalancing
(00:00) Hormones are hot right now ...
2024-04-1836 min
Insights In SoundInsights In Sound 135 - NAMM Accessibility PanelHow can the music industry create more accessibility for the blind and visually impaired? We take up the conversation with advocates Joey Stuckey and Jay Pocknell. Taped live at the NAMMShow 2024.
2024-03-2348 minRelatable with Allie Beth StuckeyEp 946 | No, Abortion Bans Aren’t Causing RapesToday we're giving an update on the Kolstad family, who lost custody of their teenage daughter after they refused to aid in her gender "transition." Now, they're facing arrest for speaking out. We also give an update on last week's Alistair Begg episode and explain further why it's important not to ignore missteps in Christian wisdom. Then, Jill Biden has invited Kate Cox, the mother from Texas who crossed state lines to abort her baby after Texas barred her from aborting, to the State of the Union. We recap Kate Cox's story and explain why she should not be...
2024-02-0651 minRelatable with Allie Beth StuckeyEp 941 | Conceived in Rape, Chosen by God | Guest: Steventhen HollandToday we're joined by pro-life advocate and worship leader Steventhen Holland to hear his story of finding his birth mother, a mentally challenged woman who was raped as a girl and chose life for him despite all the odds. Steventhen shares his testimony of finding Christ and becoming a worship leader and how the tragedy of miscarriage led to the realization that God wanted him to find his birth mother. We discuss their initial meeting and how he responded to learning what had happened to her and how she still chose life for him. We also respond to those...
2024-01-2947 minRelatable with Allie Beth StuckeyEp 936 | 'We Recommend Termination': Defying Doctors & Choosing Life | Guests: Daniel & Kelly CrawfordToday we're joined by Daniel and Kelly Crawford of Abel Speaks, an organization that supports families who have chosen to carry a child with a life-limiting diagnosis. They share their own story of finding out their baby son Abel had trisomy 18 and how doctors were quick to suggest abortion, deeming their son incompatible with life. We discuss how they processed the news and how important community grounded in compassion and truth was for them during this time. Kelly explains the birth experience and how much time they were given with baby Abel beyond what they were told to expect. W...
2024-01-181h 12
i4L: Uncomfortable Wisdom | Self-awareness, Boundaries, RelationshipsNavigating the Shadows - Unraveling Emotional Numbness and DepressionIn this illuminating episode of 'Information for Life', we plunge into the intricacies of emotional numbness and depression. Delving deep into the realms of human emotion, we unravel the tangled threads that link emotional numbness with depression. Along the way, we will shine a light on various therapeutic techniques, medication, and lifestyle changes that can help individuals navigate the labyrinth of their emotions. Join us, as we balance the light and the dark, the joy and the melancholy, to equip you with the tools necessary for understanding and dealing with emotional numbness and depression.#informationforlife #emotionalnumbness #depression...
2023-07-0808 min