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We are a collective of 10 men that consider each other family and friends. Our show is always filled with conversations of shared experiences, hot takes on a variety of issues and common goals as we debrief the world around us. This show is for you if you


    • Dec 13, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Mars Hill Post Mortem

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 70:58


    In this episode, members of the House. Bart, Chris, Tim & Steffan, gather to discuss Christianity Today's Rise & Fall of Mars Hill Podcast. They also discuss some of the issues brought up during the podcast. As well as some takes about the church and some of its practices today. Join us on this special edition of the House of Common Show

    Donda

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 57:05


    In this episode members of the House assemble and discuss the newest album by Kanye West. Is it a gospel album? Where does it rank in the Kanye discography and where does it stack up in the year with all the other rap releases. Real ones know what it is on this special edition of the House of Common.

    Season 2 Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2021 75:00


    Season 2 Finale!!! In this episode we talk about black content creators on a tik tok taking a strike. As well the conversation shifts towards black women and their (lack of) recognition in society.

    Can Christians Twerk?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 64:37


    In this week's episode the guys talk about some stuff regarding christian conduct and in the realm of leadership what should be posted for everyone to see. As well as a quick chat on a former teacher in London, ON who saved dreads from a student and used them as part of a halloween costume.

    Will People Forget?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 70:17


    The house finds thier way to talking about will people see the Kamloops residential grave, as a topic du jour? Or will this spark a movement?

    215

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 57:31


    This week, the House discusses everything surrounding the mass grave of 215 Indigenous kids from a residential school in Kamloops BC. The house discuss their initial thoughts, as well they discuss what the response of the church could look like.

    Preachers N Sneakers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2021 63:42


    In this episode of the show, the House talks about Pastors and Drip. Is it wrong to wear expensive clothing as a pastor? Is wearing Jordans a bad thing or is there more behind the shoes?

    Mental Health and the Black Man

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2021 69:42


    In this episode, the house talks about a subject that is kind of taboo if black circles especially for men. Mental Health. How come black men are so hesitant to talk about mental health and what can be done about it?

    BLM & The Olympics

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 73:08


    As the Tokyo Olympics draw near the guys discuss rule 50. Which doesn't allow any sort of political speech on the podiums at the Olympics.

    Blacktain America

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 84:39


    This week the House talks about the new Captain America and also a discussion on men in power being held accountable for sexual misconduct.

    Biblical Justice vs. Social Justice

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 67:46


    In this week's show, the guys talk about the ideas of Biblical Justice and Social Justice. Do they compete or do they compliment and how does the church today walk through these issues.

    The Verdict

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2021 72:09


    In this episode the House talks about the decision by Ontario Premier Doug Ford to give the police more power among another lockdown in Ontario. As well the House give their initial reactions to Derek Chauvin being found guilty for the murder of George Floyd. Join the House of Common live on Youtube, every Tuesday night at 10p. Visit Youtube.com and search House of Common show and subscribe to know when the House has assembled.

    Lockdown 3.0

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2021 51:17


    Before the latest announcements by the provincial government, the House talk about what another lockdown means for us in Ontario. This episode also features some questions from you the listeners!

    Justin Bieber's Christian Album?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2021 33:19


    In this post easter conversation, the House discusses Justin' Bieber's new album. How do we interpret art and imagery. Is it fair to judge Justin based off of this album or the ones before it.

    Recognizing Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 37:47


    In this episode the House talks about women in ministry and what can be done to promote more women in ministry and in lead roles.

    Asian Hate

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 43:20


    In this episode the House talks about racism towards people of Asian descent. The conversation then turns to how can black people support Asian people, as well as the feelings black people may have towards Asian people.

    The Beginning of the Derek Chauvin Trial

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 39:35


    In this episode the House converses about the Derek Chauvin trial in Minneapolis. The house discusses the hope of the outcome and some of the things that may impact the trial.

    Fatherhood

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 44:02


    In this episode, the guys talk about the recently leaked conversation between gospel superstar Kirk Franklin and his son Kerrion. Leading to a larger discussion about parenting kids as they get older. Also some of the issues that are in the black community when it comes to parenting.

    Covid 1 Year Later

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2021 48:02


    In this episode the guys reflect on 1 year of COVID-19 and also talk about what is to come, including the vaccine that's out now.

    Low Blood Sugar

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 25:32


    The house discusses the racist comments made by a sportscaster in the southern US, during a woman's HS basketball game. Should he be cancelled? Is this a new low in terms of excuses for racist remarks?

    The House Talks about The Bachelor (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 48:36


    In this 2 part episode the guys talk about the latest season of The Bachelor and some of the controversy surrounding Chris Harrison and Rachel Kirkconnell. The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    The Abuse of Power (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 51:30


    In this episode the House members continue the conversation about Ravi Zacharias and the entire storm surrounding his legacy with the recently released Miller report on his life, and the sexual misconduct that took place during his time as leader of RZIM. The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    The Abuse of Power (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 32:22


    In this episode the House members talk about Ravi Zacharias and the entire storm surrounding his legacy with the recently released Miller report on his life, and the sexual misconduct that took place during his time as leader of RZIM. The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    Cam and The Kid - A Conversation in Respect

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 46:04


    In this episode the House members converse about Cam Newton and the kid who decided to talk bad about Cam. Is there a problem with respect among the younger generation? The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    What is Masculinity?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 60:42


    Today in the House, we dive into the deep topic of masculinity, how it's defined and the difficulties of defining masculinity in today's world. Join us on this rabbit trail. The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    The Shot, or the Batflip? Iconic moments in Sports History

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 55:40


    Which moment is greater in Toronto Sports History? The Shot or the Batflip. We discuss the implications of both, and the ripple effect of each iconic moment for Canadian Sports. The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    NBA Bubble Basketball Wrap Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 30:22


    This week, the house wraps up the very successful NBA Bubble and looks forward to hoops in the future. Keep the receipts on this one, we will return! The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    Should Church and State be Separated

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 68:48


    In this Episode, we jump into an ongoing conversation with the House on whether or not the church and state should be separate. The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    One's Gotta Go: Denzel Washington, Eddie Murphy, Will Smith and Jamie Foxx

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 37:02


    This week, the house plays the infamous game of One's Gotta Go. In this edition, we line up Denzel, Eddie, Will and Jamie on a head to head battle for cultural permanence and obscurity. The rules are we eliminate one individual, and all their work, yes ALL their work. Find out who the boys choose in this episode of the House of Common. The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    Does anyone still care?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 61:48


    After a summer hiatus, the House is back for Season two, kicking off the pod by recounting the stories of the summer, and asking ourselves, in the wake of all the news that has happened this year, does anyone still care. Listen up as we dive deep into what it means to care, and if our culture has reached it's capacity to care in these times. The House of Common consists of: Chris Chase Timothy Sills Carmichael O'Shaye McDonald Bart Anestin Kareem Fearon Steffan Watson Jaison Randall Calvin Forbes Adam Hoskins Andrew Jones Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    The Murder of Amaud Arbery

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 76:54


    The world is shocked as a man who was jogging through a neighborhood is hunted down, and shot on camera. After reviewing the footage, there is strong speculation that this event was fueled by racism and hatred toward minorities, as America seeks justice for Amaud Arbery. Join the House as we lend our commentary and take our listeners behind the curtain of racism in Canada and the US.  Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1  IG: thehouseofcommonshow  FB: thehouseofcommon   Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    The NFL, Racism and the Rooney Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 36:22


    The NFL updates the Rooney Rule amidst societal tensions in the US, but the ruling leaves the House wondering if there are motivations other than diversity and equality. Today we discuss the politics of football. Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1  IG: thehouseofcommonshow  FB: thehouseofcommon   Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    CodeSwitching

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 60:02


    Have you ever acted one way in front of a certain group of people you were unfamiliar with, then loosened up and acted differently around your family and friends? The term is called Codeswitching, and today the house discusses this phenomenon among minorities. Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    Who has next: Parenting, Fatherhood and Legacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 45:46


    As members of the house have babies arriving, the guys take a look at parenting, fatherhood and legacy. Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    Was Jordan really Jordan without his supporting cast? #TheLastDance

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 37:14


    As the last dance DocuSeries progresses, the House takes a final look at Michael Jordan on the court, and whether or not Jordan would be Jordan without his supporting cast, but more importantly, his nemeses. Today we talk about Dennis Rodman, and the Badboy Pistons. Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    Does the Last Dance DocuSeries add or take away from Michael Jordan's Legacy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 46:26


    ESPN has released the Last Dance Documentary in the wake of the NBA Season being shut down due to COVID19. This riveting series follows the life of NBA Superstar Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bull's quest for a sixth championship. As viewers we gain unprecedented access to footage and story of Chicago Bulls dynasty in the 90's, however the question remains if this access adds or takes away from the lore of His Royal Airness. Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    Are Minorities Threatening? A look at the AMY COOPER incident.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 25:40


    This past week the world has witnessed racial tensions erupt in the US, as videos of George Floyd and Christian Cooper spread like wildfire around the internet. The question we are asking today, is why do people see minorities as a threat, and what does privilege have to do with it. Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    What's the deal with Modern Worship Music?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 55:00


    Today on the show we talk all things Modern Worship Music, why we do what we do, and sing what we sing. Find and follow the HoC guys here: Twitter: @thehouseofcomm1 IG: thehouseofcommonshow FB: thehouseofcommon Got a question? Idea for a segment? Email us --> thehocshow@gmail.com The House of Common Show 10 guys | 10 viewpoints | 1 common goal

    Pilot - 106 missed messages

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 1:03


    Welcome to the House of Common. We're glad you've joined us for this journey and we'd love for you to stay. Here you'll find 10 men debriefing culture, community and commonality in a barbershop style conversation. Stay tuned for more episodes on Youtube and here. For more information, community and the show in video form hit the links below and don't forget to chime in on the comments. See you in the next episode, The House FIND US ON YOUTUBE HERE FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM

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