The Contraratics

In this episode we recap some summer actvities and give no reasonable explanation for the lack of episodes other than the fact that life is crazy. We discuss our frequently recurring topic of building resilient kids and that starting with father's having conviction about what they are doing and their own direction in life. We also get into some gun nerdery as per usual. Drinks: Pliny the Elder by Russian River Brewing A peated bourbon by Woodinville Whiskey

The Tennessee Covenant School shooter is revealed to be a biological female but “identifying” as a male. She murdered 3 children and 3 adults. Is it appropriate to mock an ungodly, defiant murderer? Also, does the Left care about children or are they more interested in explointing them for their own means? Beer: Founder's Brewing CBC Barrel-Aged Stout 2019

In this episode we really dig deep into why we are investing more into growing our own food, wanting to be more proficient with our firearms, and be the most honest and selfless husbands/fathers that we can be. How can we expect the next generation to stand on our shoulders if we aren't willing to live up to our own calling? 

This episode finally sees the reuniting of Josh and Ian after several months holiday and other related busy-ness for an episode of our standard format. We address some very practical, boots-on-the-ground parenting issues as well as some new ATF rule changes that have massive implications - that is if you're concerned about submitting to that dog slaughtering agency. Let us know your feedback!

The Gun Nerd is absent on the this episode but we once again are joined by the amazing Housekeeper to discuss kid-raising and dog-training. Really we are just taking some principles from dog training and applying it to child rearing - nothing revolutionary but hope it's enjoyable. Next episode we'll be back with guns, beer and politics? 

In episode 63 we address the attack on language and the insistence on altering definitions. We also ask the question, "Can a consistent Christian remain a-political or is politics a necessary component of the 'every square inch' Christian?" Beers: Samuel Smith's Welcome Back Ale Founder's Brewing Maple Mackinac Fudge KBS

The gang finally gets back together and kick things off asking, how do we dig ourselves out of this societal hole? Fossil fuels, evil. Solar and batteries, good. The poor of society be damned. By what standard can they make these claims? They want to claim what is “right” but also say we are here by accident. We wrap by concluding that repentance is the way forward. It's just that “easy”. Beer: Stouticus Maximus by North Sound Brewing Matryoshka by Fort George Solitary Confinement with Vanilla by Skookum Brewing

In this episode the beer nut and his wife dive into the similarities between training a dog and training up children. There's a lot more similarities than you might think.  Drinks Passionfruit Seltzer Water by Bubly Barrel-Aged Breakfast Stout by Skookum Brewery

Josh and Ian sit down to discuss what the 2A is primarily about and why that primary reason is important to protect. Are there other important reasons to have firearms? Yes. But what were the founding fathers primarily concerned about? Drinks: High West Double Rye Wild Turkey Rare Breed Barrel Proof

This is a unique episode with Ian and wife, Kim, without Josh, the gun nerd. We discuss many topics relating to raising children and the current national debate around firearms.  Drinks vary from seltzer water to a barrel-aged stout.

This winter has proven difficult to get together and record episodes but we finally found a break in our schedule to lay down some minutes. God is doing something in our country. Many are grasping for a moral standard but with no foundation to lean on. "Patriots" that love the result but don't necessarily know why.  Ride the Spiral - Silver City Brewery Dormancy Stout - Bale Breaker

When you release an episode a week later than you record it, the news cycle has changed, infringing legislation has ACTUALLY passed (not just proposed) and the hip podcast we once were starts to sound like old news. Well, hopefully it's worth 45 min of your time and you'll glean something from it. We don't take offense if you skip over the "what we're drinking part" ;).

We join up again to pontificate on the current happenings of the present day. Although we pray we are doing more than that, rather that we spur on the listener to love and good deeds. Love that follows God's guidelines. Good deeds that are bold and sometimes perhaps offensive. Hopefully it encourages you to go out and defy as well as obey, as unto God. The Imbibes  Solitary Confinement Stout by Skookum Brewery Rye Bourbon by Knob Creek

We sit down on a rainy PNW day (as heard in the background) for a conversation about a couple recent court cases and how those might affect rulings in the future. As we mention in the episode, the basic "courage threshold" is going up so gird up your loins and get your house in order. Beer: 2017 Fremont Brewing B-Bomb Barrel Aged Sedna Tiramisu Stout from Ecliptic Brewing

Josh and Ian sit down on a rainy Saturday to solve the world's problems. Everything is solved, now to get the answers to all the world... Oort Barrel-aged Stout by Ecliptic Brewing  Cask Strength Bourbon by Woodinville Whiskey

The Russian joins this episode to talk everything from current tyrannical overreach to Ben Franklins deism and even a little Roman history thrown in for good measure. Josh drops some hot soil talk (among more interesting topics). It's a wild ride but we actually come around to some sound thoughts by the end... I think. Beers: Parlor Trick by Skookum Shadow Rising by Skookum  

While getting together to record has proved difficult in this period of life, we have not stopped thinking about how the Christian should respond to the tornado of events in front of us. We don't claim to have all the answers but hopefully the conversation provokes the right kind of thought and motivation. 

While the episodes have been fewer these days, we haven't forgotten our true calling as Contraratics. There's still craziness in the world and we need to keep preaching to ourselves that defying evil and obeying righteousness is good. Go and do GOOD. 

We spent the weekend shooting and took the drive back to talk about some important topics - some related, some not to shooting. Calvin Higgins joins us and offers a welcome perspective as a teenager. Many topics are covered and it's worth a listen despite the road noise. Drinks: NONE

This episode may involve a heavier dose of gun/beer nerd talk than normal but the conversation eventually drifts into the principles that undergird our relationship to government and to one another. If you don't enjoy the nerd talk hopefully we'll give you a seed to plant as you weld defiance and obedience into one inseparable whole. Beers: Bourbon County Stout by Goose Island Matryoshka by Fort George Brewery

It was good to get back in the saddle and heat up the mics. A lot has happened in the world since January but the same God is on the throne and we submit to him. We bring his lordship to bear on all the crazy things going on in our world.  Drinks: Sazerac Rye Whiskey Knob Creek Rye

Trump's presidency seems to be ending in just as much controversy and uproar as it began. Is the insanity and tumult just beginning or we somewhere in the middle? What we do know is this story is being written by the Sovereign One. It's not happenstance.  Beers: Pecan Pie Porter by Backwoods Brewing Co Bourbon County Brand Stout by Goose Island Brewing

Things seem crazy right now both politically and even daily tasks like going to the grocery store. We aren't sure they'll get easier anytime soon but we do know that God is ordaining this whole thing. We rest in that knowledge and encourage you to do the same as we bid farewell to 2020. Let's see what God's going to do in 2021. Black Butte XXXII by Deschutes Brewing KBS Mackinac Maple Fudge Stout by Founders Brewing

We huddle up in the Lugg garage and talk about a few of our favorite things. We also brush up on some of the insane things going on in our state and national politics. If there was EVER a time to weld defiance and obedience into one inseparable whole, it's now. Beer: Ground Control by Ninkasi Brewing Co Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Madeira Casks by Woodinville Whiskey

We are joined by our Russian Insider once again - exclusive you might even call it - to discuss the most recent and last debate before the November 3 election. While the election will have the most serious of consequences, we found moments to laugh. Enjoy. Beer: Odin's Gift by Odin Brewing Company Dragon's Milk White by New Holland Brewing

We are joined this episode by our friend Vic who provides a refreshing perspective of how he views his job while being a faithful Christian and citizen. It's good to know that there are those behind the badge with this principled perspective. Be encouraged and challenged. Beers Shadow Rising by Skookum Brewery No Billboards in Space by Urban Family Brewing

The episode kicks off with about 20 minutes of hot cigar talk but the whiskey and cigars then fuel our discussion of how undisciplined and unprincipled resistance to tyranny only gets you more of the same. The French Revolution was not a "success" but ours was. What set them apart?  This and other ramblings are packed into this lively episode! Featured Booze: Micro Barrel Rye Bourbon from Woodinville Whiskey

This week we are missing the Gun Nerd but joined by our former guest Nate Lugg to discuss what the heck is going on around here. We may not solve all the problems but we try to pull back the curtain on some of the insanity and inconsistencies many have come to accept. Beer: Punkin Ale by Dogfish Head

We discuss all the relevant, mind-blowing developments of the global panic surrounding COVID-19 and how we as believers and Americans should be responding. What are our children learning by how we are responding? There are too many questions and too little time.

Though our episodes have been spaced further out, we haven't given up. Join us as we tackle some of the very present issues facing us - even as we walk into the grocery store. We realize that we need to protect ourselves and those in our care as we raise the next generation - dangerously.  Beer: Dream POP! by Breakside Brewing Caverns by Skookum Brewery

How did we go from COVID craziness to burning down buildings and calling for the defunding of police departments? We breakdown some of the game film and poke at the virtue signaling everyone feels obligated to bow to. Thankfully we have our local Russian insider to bring some clarity to this murky water. Booze: 120 Minute IPA by Dogfish Head Brewery Rye Bourbon from Bad Dog Distillery

Aside from a couple new libations we explore the grave error of allowing the world to redefine what it means to love our neighbor. We can't help but laugh at the very honest ramblings of Joe Biden defining black people as those who vote for him. We wrap up the show calling ourselves and all of you to not despise the day of small beginnings - whether that be businesses or children. Whiskey - Small Batch Bourbon from J.P. Trodden Beer - Electric Citrus IPA from Bellevue Brewing Co

Josh and Ian provide a mid-COVID update including how the government is flexing its tyrannical muscles and people are pushing back. Besides hating tyranny, how about our own human nature?  Beers: Irresistible Bliss Strawberry Vanilla IPA by Silver City Brewery Matryoshka Barrel Aged Russian Imperial Stout by Fort George

In the middle of the COVID shut down craziness we amazingly find the time to record another episode. We reflect on what type of things this trial is revealing in people and politicians - both positive and negative. The sunset provides a pleasant distraction and reminder of Who controls all things. Beer Hogus Maximus Triple IPA  by Postdoc Brewing Yellow Belly Pastry Stout by Buxton Brewery and Ominpollo

How does the Soviet Union relate to COVID-19? Our Russian insider breaks it down for you on this fireside chat where we also get into what got us into this whole mess and how to get out.  Beer: Old Astoria from Fort George Brewery Willetized Coffee Stout from Lagunitas Guest appearance from Trader Joe's Tennessee Bourbon 

Covering a broad range of topics including politics and 2A rights, we attempt to pull back from the zoo that we see on CNN and ask how we should live in light of an unknown future and the perennial cries of looming doom.  Beer -  Astoria IPA - Collaboration of local Astoria, OR breweries The Terry Porter - Porter from Gilgamesh Brewing Whiskey - Triple Barrel Blended Whiskey from Woodinville Whiskey

Taylor Rothenberger joins the podcast to talk tattoos and everything else contrarian. Not only do we have Taylor but also some hot tattoo talk.   

Curious what this gun-loving redneck could resolve for the new year? Listen to satisfy your curiosity.  Beer: 2019 Abyss Reserve from Deschutes Brewery 

Be sure to tune into this interview with owner and head brewer RJ Whitlow of 5 Rights Brewing in Marysville, WA. We might get into the weeds of tasting notes and the brewing process but we also zoom out to the big picture and their "why" for brewing and serving people. Stick around till the end!

After much too much time since our last episode we launch back into politicians that you may or may not have heard about, a beer that even Josh can taste, and how Christ's Lordship impacts all aspects of our life. Next episode will be a much anticipated one with the owner and brewmaster of 5 Rights Brewing of Marysville. We are stoked! Beer: Underground Mountain by Founders Brewing

We are back after a little longer-than-usual intermission between episodes as Josh recovers from surgery to remove a tumor on his pituitary gland. We talk about the difficulties of going through life-threatening operations as a father and provider and then wander off into discussing recent moves in the retail space by gun and ammo providers. Glad to be back at it! WBP2 by Skookum Brewery Twitter + Instagram

This week we are honored to have Dave Light in-studio to give us his colorful background story and give some food for thought on anything that we throw at him. You won't want to miss this episode so please bear with the long form on this one! Beers: Waldos' Special Ale by Lagunitas Brewing Company Trip in the Woods - Barrel-Aged Bigfoot Ale by Sierra Nevada Brewing Look us up on the Gram and Twitter!

In this episode we start out by waxing eloquent about the beer we're drinking and Ian's recent trip to Oregon and then jump into conversation about increased gun laws in Washington state and why politicians don't have the answer.  Beer - Cinnamon Maple Stout by Pfriem Family Brewers Look us up on Instagram and Twitter!

In this episode we intentionally ignore some news topics that are vying for our attention via social media and otherwise and instead talk about how we personally are leaning into the things that matter in life. Ironically, we talk about how it all matters. Beer (unknown origin, ABV, or style) Twitter: @contraratics Insta: @the_contraratics_podcast

We are back with another attempt to weld defiance and obedience into one inseparable whole. While Mike Tyson memes might make us burst with laughter, gun laws of late tend to incite us with rage and gnashing of teeth. We close with a conversation about companies who sell to other companies - good or bad or neither?  

We start the episode with a beer that has a gravity unlike we've experienced before. We then launch into how to challenge the status quo of killing babies and how do so in a winsome way. Enjoy. Molotov Heavy by Eviltwin Brewing

In this episode we discuss a few news items that relate to gun rights though one in particular in the far-off state of Massachusetts, as well as a gun-wielding terrorist in New Zealand. We also talk about how to make a good decision on an every-day-carry gun and talk other EDC geek stuff. Dragon's Milk - Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stout by New Holland Brewing Company

After a long winter's nap the Contraratics are back in the saddle with a baby to show for it. We warm up with some hot WWE talk and why boys and girls should be raised according to the created order. We then dive into some other hot topics that are floating through our culture like the smoke off a joint. Stone Brewing's Enjoy by 4.20.19 IPA Twitter: @contraratics Instagram: @the_contraratics_podcast

For our listeners that don't enjoy the beers and the guns, don't listen to the first 40 minutes because we have a jolly good rambling about things of that nature. In the latter portion we talk about about some current political/economic ideas that are drifting through our country like a bad fart in a room. Beers: Raison D'extra by Dogfish Head Coming Out Party by Breakside/Comrade Intervention IPA by Triplehorn Twitter: @contraratics Instagram: @the_contraratics_podcast

We grossly mis-report the details of the late-term abortion law that was passed in New York a few weeks ago - it's actually way worse than we thought. We also chat about the now-old-news interaction between a Catholic boy and drum-beating "veteran".  Honey Shine by Bad Dog Distillers Bourbon Barrel Aged Dark Star by Fremont Brewing Twitter: @contraratics Instagram: @the_contraratics_podcast

We rather enjoyed each other's company in our sawdusty/tool-filled recording setting for this two-part episode. In this first half we explore some of the implications of having a not-so-concealed carry and other things related to gun rights in Washington State. We then jump into a beer (Mod Pod by Fremont Brewing) that reminds us of no-frills tap rooms with great beer. Twitter: @contraratics Instagram: @the_contraratics_podcast