Podcast appearances and mentions of Christian Smith

01. Faya - Front Back 02. Drunken Kong, D-Shift, Kostya Outta - City Lights 03. Maksim Dark, Nonameleft - Detuner 04. 84 Avenue - Temperance 05. Maze 28 - Cobra 06. Davi - In Deep 07. Andrewzvee - Below The Surface 08. No One Knows - Lost In Time 09. Andre Moret, Agustin Pietrocola - Enough 10. Davi - Chord Syndrome 11. Dr. Mirzoyan, Ruben Karapetyan - Destruction 12. Stan Kolev - Chasing Halos 13. Yotto, Something Good - Rhythm (Of The Night) 14. Niqla - Rise 15. Chris Lorenzo - Appetite 16. Daniele Acchiappati - Sound Is Music 17. Christian Smith, Dowden - Mileage Run 18. Mijail, Javi Blama - Sphynx 19. Teo, Sherrnx - Nyvara 20. Borda - Calipso 21. Damon Jee, Darlyn Vlys - In Your Head 22. Ana Kosh, Gamayuna - Khi Nana 23. Mydoz, Rose Caviar - Perdoname 24. Axshan, Ranj Kaler - Miracle Of Music 25. Tash, Yves Eaux, Haft - Fortuna 26. Yuvee - Celeste 27. Redspace, Diego Riga - Phantom Sun 28. Noiyse Project - Tear Gas 29. Oliver Koletzki, Malive - Calle Sur 30. Kostya Outta - Perseus 31. Cristoph, Seizmic - Luv 4 U 32. M.O.S., Kamilo Sanclemente, Andre Moret - Perception 33. Kyle Watson, Body Ocean - Are You The Same 34. Echo Daft, Togni - Astral Gate 35. Teo, Sherrnx - Avalanche 36. Jeff Ozmits, Miguel Ante, Dj Ruby - Crossing the Styx 37. Rockka, Redspace - Ntropy 38. Ruback, Amesens - Dune 39. Max Wexem - Temperance 40. Traumhouse - Everlasting 41. Makebo - Witcher 42. Noise Generation, Amarre - My Trip To India 43. Final Request - Over Control 44. Influence, Sherrnx - Area 51 45. Apnitus, Grisel Esquivel - Roseton 46. Ignacio Tuzio, Ric Niels - Ethereal Glow 47. Tiefstone - The Forest 48. Gorkiz, Tavaresgui - Solar Wind 49. Krasa Rosa - Rusalki 50. Nopopstar - Ican 51. Noiyse Project - Turbulence 52. Touch The Sound - Encore 53. Simply City, Juan Ibanez - Auralis 54. Faya - What Am I 55. Riko, Gugga - Tekatu 56. Civa, Soulmade - Into the Orbital 57. Faithless, Kebin Van Reeken - Insomnia 58. White Barba - Es el Sueno 59. Stay Golden, Alexey Union, Broken Hill, David Lesal - Synth Lines 60. Gai Barone, Rebus Project - Juste Un De Plus 61. Julian Nates - Do You Want To 62. Artic White - Rosea 63. Jon.K, Kuznetsov - Kika 64. Nacjus, Dj Meoz - Feeling The Rise 65. Kant - White Sun 66. Ignacio Tuzio, Sherrnx - Beyond 67. Camelphat, Massano, David O'Dowda - Glowing 68. Michael A - Meridian 69. Maze 28 - Iguana 70. Joaquin Salmain, Gorkiz Pm - Resolve 71. Quiqui - From Water To Land

01. Stay Golden, Alexey Union, Broken Hill, David Lesal - Synth Lines 02. Evoxel, Amiel Adany - Down To The Beat 03. Artic White - Rosea 04. Nacjus, DJ Meoz - Feeling The Rise 05. Kinesthetics - Send It 06. Agustin Pietrocola - Nitrogen 07. Paul Anthonee, M2 - Smoke 08. Touch The Sound - Encore 09. Michael A - Equilateral 10. Taleman, Devaloka - Dark Side 11. Civa, Soulmade - Into the Orbital 12. Simply City, Juan Ibanez - Auralis 13. Numo, Akann - Lamborghini 14. Gorkiz, Tavaresgui - Solar Wind 15. Monojoke, Amaare, Zankee Gulati - One Note 16. Noise Generation, Amarre - My Trip To India 17. Script - Activator 18. Rocio Portillo, Maze 28 - Vivere 19. Max Wexem - Temperance 20. Digital Mess - Rusty Flower 21. Makebo - Balance 22. Ilias Katelanos, Plecta, Bondarev - Paragon 23. Cristoph, Seizmic - Luv 4 U 24. Kyle Watson, Body Ocean - Are You The Same 25. Kostya Outta - Perseus 26. Luch & Orsay, Ajna - Magik 27. Echo Daft, Togni - Astral Gate 28. Mango Alley - ZUCCASAM Treno 29. Borda - Calipso 30. Rudra - Impermanence 31. Joris Voorn, Eelke Kleijn - Horizon 32. DJ Hellena - C'est Toi 33. Mydoz, Rose Caviar - Perdoname 34. Fernando Olaya - Monophonik 35. Redspace, Diego Riga - Phantom Sun 36. Noiyse Project - Reverie 37. Yuvee - Celeste 38. Jiminy Hop - Cavalier 39. Teo, Sherrnx - Nyvara 40. Ribguga, Balanka - Talkin Too Much 41. Elecground - Replicant 42. Balcazar, Hector Cortes - Ice Tea 43. Mareveg, Luca Abayan - Dare to Be Different 44. Blou. & Bod_mod - Baby Flex 45. Christian Smith, Dowden - Mileage Run 46. En;th - Shine 47. Ffina - Janeiro 48. N2n - Tease 49. Niqla - Rise 50. Tomek, Joaquin Salmain - Road To Infinity 51. Elecground - Day Light 52. Gesus - Boss 53. Mayro - Give Us Time 54. Redspace - Don't Think 55. Andrewzvee - Below The Surface 56. No One Knows - Lost In Time 57. Andre Moret, Agustin Pietrocola - Enough 58. Benja Molina - Arion 59. Faya - Front Back 60. Daniel Portman - Blue Collar 61. Maze 28 - Cobra 62. Praise - Nfs 63. Joaquin Salmain, Gorkiz Pm - Resolve 64. 84 Avenue - Temperance 65. Maze 28 - Iguana 66. Paul Angelo, Subandrio - Fountain of Youth 67. Al Park, Niqla - Steady Elevation 68. Ignacio Tuzio, Sherrnx - Beyond 69. Touch The Sound - Loca 70. Gai Barone, Aman Anand, Yonsh - Low Era 71. Camelphat, Massano, David O'dowda - Glowing 72. Echo Daft, Noiyse Project - Rodlie 73. Michael A - Meridian

What does the transformation of the PLA mean for China's global position and strategy? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman and GPF analyst and China expert Victoria Herczegh join host Christian Smith to discuss how Xi Jinping's supreme desire for loyalty impacts the PLA's effectiveness, the operational risks of rapid technological modernization without critical evaluation, and what's next for US-China relations as signals of de-escalation appear ahead of next month's summit. Also: Taiwan's symbolic role. Episode recorded on August 18, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 15 aout 2026

01. Maze 28 - Iguana 02. Teo, Sherrnx - The Edge Of Time 03. Jesuan M, Pedro Belardo - Collapse 04. Joaquin Salmain, Gorkiz Pm - Resolve 05. Max Graham, Second Sine - Chance to Escape 06. Alexey Union, Aves Volare - Take Control 07. Maze 28 - Cobra 08. Andre Moret, Agustin Pietrocola - Enough 09. Gero Pellizzon, Tato Seco - Mechenikal 10. Andrewzvee - Below The Surface 11. Underworld, D-Nox, Emi Galvan - Dark & Long 12. No One Knows - Lost In Time 13. Hank, Gorge, Nick Curly - Control 14. Stan Kolev - Chasing Halos 15. Influence (In) - Washout 16. Gabo Martin, Ignacio Berardi - Underworld 17. Balcazar, Hector Cortes - Ice Tea 18. Ariel Stamile - Watanga Spirit 19. Christian Smith, Dowden - Mileage Run 20. Perc Capsule - When The Silence Is Too Loud 21. Ranta, Krasa Rosa, Miroshin - Kolybelnaya 22. Gesus - Boss 23. Overgivelse, Noize London - LUV 2 DANCE 24. Kasper Koman - Organist 25. Redspace, Diego Riga - Phantom Sun 26. Yuvee - Celeste 27. Paul - All Noises Are Music 28. Joris Voorn, Eelke Kleijn - Horizon 29. Andre Winter, Boho - Brunswick 30. Artn, Gux Jimenez - The Bold Quest 31. Borda - Calipso 32. Jakatta, Proff - American Dream 33. Teo, Sherrnx - Nyvara 34. Niko Ava, Dole & Kom - Croma 35. Gmj - Rise Above 36. Kostya Outta - Perseus 37. Emmanuel Dip - Bacab 38. Teo, Sherrnx - Avalanche 39. Nicky - Devangana 40. Double Touch, Pauli Wheeler - The Crumpet 41. Ilias Katelanos, Plecta, Bondarev - Paragon 42. Proff - Dark Magic 43. Rich Curtis - Don't Throw That Away, I'll Eat It 44. Makebo - Balance 45. Noise Generation, Amarre - My Trip To India 46. Alan Cerra - Prowler 47. Script - Activator 48. Elecground - Ad Astra 49. Neotraffic - Neon Nebula 50. Max Wexem - Temperance 51. Quiqui, Soulmade - Opium Dreams 52. Phillosopher, Brian David - Seculum 53. Ignacio Tuzio, Ric Niels - Ethereal Glow 54. Notamous, Will Daley - Onyx 55. Kostya Outta - Equinox 56. Gorkiz, Tavaresgui - Solar Wind 57. Taleman, Devaloka - Dark Side 58. Cosmic Gate, Ginchy - Battalion 59. Simply City, Juan Ibanez - Auralis 60. Paul Anthonee, M2 - Smoke 61. Mike Rish - Election Day 62. Deeplomatik - Bless Vibes 63. Kinesthetics - Send It 64. Ivan Pogrebniak, Sound Fusion - Ashen Skies 65. Artic White - Rosea 66. Sommers - Licence To Dance 67. Dub Pepper, Altegro - Beat the Pot 68. Michael A - Meridian 69. Phillosopher - Lightwaves 70. Ignacio Tuzio, Sherrnx - Beyond

Is last week's signing of a landmark mutual defense agreement between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan a further signal of global geopolitical realignment? On this special extended episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman and Middle East expert and GPF contributor Kamran Bokhari join host Christian Smith for a deep dive into the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement and how it shifts the balance of power across the Middle East and beyond. Also: GPF Chief Geoeconomist Antonia Colibasanu discusses this month's Geoeconomic Lens, and the future of sanctions and the war in Ukraine. Dr. Bokhari is a Senior Resident Fellow with the Middle East Policy Council and a Senior Director at the New Lines Institute for Strategy & Policy in Washington, DC. Episode recorded on August 11, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/.

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 08 aout 2026

01. Stan Kolev - Chasing Halos 02. Belben, Bilal Santiago - Hypnodance 03. Balcazar, Hector Cortes - Ice Tea 04. Christian Smith, Dowden - Mileage Run 05. Gesus - Boss 06. Aova, Rama, Zy Khan - 1974 07. Niqla - Rise 08. Davi - Tomb of Anu 09. Joris Voorn, Eelke Kleijn - Horizon 10. Etta, Santti - My Heart 11. Teo, Sherrnx - Nyvara 12. Protoculture - Skoenlapper 13. Tato Seco, Haft - Jikai Made 14. Michael Cassette - Promenade 15. Redspace, Diego Riga - Phantom Sun 16. Nicolas Soria - In the Light 17. Jazzy, Kilimanjaro, Adriatique & Samm - No Bad Vibes 18. Gabriel Robella - Ancient Waves 19. Fernando Olaya - Slow Motion Love 20. Andre Moret, Agustin Pietrocola - Enough 21. Matan Caspi, Luis M - Groovy Beach 22. Passenger 10, Daniel Portman - Freedom Is a Choice 23. Andre Gazolla - Spiritual Fragment 24. 84 Avenue - Bennu 25. Luca Abayan - Bend 26. Michael A - Meridian 27. Fabrication, Alegra, Second Sine - A Method For Closure 28. Tali Muss, Vakabular - Downstairs 29. Dowden - Eternity 30. Noiyse Project - Onism 31. Ignacio Tuzio, Sherrnx - Beyond 32. Affkt, Brigado Crew - I Will Do It Again 33. Cendryma, Thms - Practical Retention 34. Lurum - Where We Begin 35. Anturage, Alexey Union, Kinky Sound - Django 36. Vegaz Sl, Enzo Vood, Noiyse Project - Gandhabba 37. Meeting Molly - Double Tree 38. Kinesthetics - Send It 39. Cristian Viviano, Made In Tlv - To Infinity And Beyond 40. Romanovich, Under Sanctions - Dislocated Boy 41. Proff - Memory #3 42. Jonthn - Echoes Of You 43. Paul Anthonee, M2 - Smoke 44. Meloko, Konvex, Garla - If U Ever 45. Simply City, Juan Ibanez - Auralis 46. Gai Barone, Tiefstone - Nostro 47. Taleman, Devaloka - Dark Side 48. Joeski, Unna X - Frequencia 49. Script - Activator 50. Yotto - Aero 51. Konte - Dark Dimensions 52. Nihil Young - Out Of Control 53. Ignacio Tuzio, Ric Niels - Ethereal Glow 54. Noiyse Project - Not in My Road 55. Guy J - Silver Lake 56. Alan Cerra - Blossom 57. Makebo - Balance 58. Lost Prince - Clock 59. Alex Lowen, Demaya - Hold On (B-Side) 60. David Tort, Oken - Jungle Of Mirror 61. Teo, Sherrnx - Avalanche 62. Erci Prydz, Marasi - Pjanoo 2025 63. Collective States - Carbon Freeze 64. Riko & Gugga - Prophet 65. Ilias Katelanos, Plecta, Bondarev - Paragon 66. Callecat, Sebastien Sellares - Axolotl 67. Gai Barone, Declaration Of Prog - Descendant 68. Kyle Watson, Body Ocean - Are You The Same 69. Nobe - Feel My Mind 70. Krasa Rosa - Skachki 71. Christian Bonori - Planetary Alignment

Dave's back with another ripsnorting radio adventure, leading you through 60 more minutes of the finest, cherry picked contemporary club music around. Step right this way party people... Tracklist.. 1. Pole Position ‘Touch Me' (HotLap) [Madorasindahouse] 2. Frankey & Sandrino ‘Disruption' [Kompakt] 3. Anthony Pappa & Nick Stoynoff ‘435' [Selador] 4. Mai Lawson & Raiann ‘Bimba Loca' [The Soundgarden] 5. Budakid ‘Hearts' (Argia) [Flores] 6. Danny Howells ‘Godsexy' [Selador] 7. Dave Seaman ‘Mirrorball Sleaze' (Christian Smith & D-SHIFT) [Selador] 8. Cioz ‘No Justice No Peace' [Stil Vor Talent] 9. Blue Pearl ‘Naked In The Rain' (James Harcourt) 10. Simply City & Juan Ibanez ‘Auralis' [Balance] 11. Hernan Cattaneo & Khen ‘Rogelito' [Closure] 12. Gai Barone ‘Taking Credits' [Global Underground] 13. Ewan Hoo's Army ‘(Mean Things) On My Mind' (Quivver & Dave Seaman) [Music To Die For] This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

Dave's back with another ripsnorting radio adventure, leading you through 60 more minutes of the finest, cherry picked contemporary club music around. Step right this way party people... Tracklist.. 1. Pole Position ‘Touch Me' (HotLap) [Madorasindahouse] 2. Frankey & Sandrino ‘Disruption' [Kompakt] 3. Anthony Pappa & Nick Stoynoff ‘435' [Selador] 4. Mai Lawson & Raiann ‘Bimba Loca' [The Soundgarden] 5. Budakid ‘Hearts' (Argia) [Flores] 6. Danny Howells ‘Godsexy' [Selador] 7. Dave Seaman ‘Mirrorball Sleaze' (Christian Smith & D-SHIFT) [Selador] 8. Cioz ‘No Justice No Peace' [Stil Vor Talent] 9. Blue Pearl ‘Naked In The Rain' (James Harcourt) 10. Simply City & Juan Ibanez ‘Auralis' [Balance] 11. Hernan Cattaneo & Khen ‘Rogelito' [Closure] 12. Gai Barone ‘Taking Credits' [Global Underground] 13. Ewan Hoo's Army ‘(Mean Things) On My Mind' (Quivver & Dave Seaman) [Music To Die For] This podcast is hosted by Syndicast.

Check out my Tronic Radio on your favorite streaming platforms here: https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast Christian Smith live at Electric Rescue, New Zealand This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 01 aout 2026

Will Iran's long-game strategy and the United States' limited military options lead to capitulation or the crumbling of Trump's presidency? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the historical scope of the Iran conflict and its "existential" threat, the limits of US force amid mounting political pressure at home, and Iran's negotiation strategy and leverage in the nuclear stalemate. Episode recorded on July 28, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

The United Kingdom is bouncing for Burnham and Europe is in flames - Christian Smith joins us to tell us what's going on on the other side of the world.

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 25 juillet 2026

Etihad Park Opens July 17, 2017! This could be the biggest moment in NYCFC’s history. If not the biggest at the least it will be in the conversation of the top three. It is the inaugural NYCFC match at their new home, their forever home, Etihad Park! This week Mike Anderer, Mike Allen, J.R. diBart and Blue City Radio super-sub, Christian Smith, talk about the end of the World Cup, the arrival of James Sands and Benie Traore and the newly released ticket information regarding Etihad Park.

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 18 juillet 2026

What does Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Australia, New Zealand, and Indonesia mean for India, China, and the rest of the Indo-Pacific? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss how Modi's tour signals a strategic pivot for India, how geography and common security interests can be leveraged to buffer China, and what this loose anti-China framework means for the broader geopolitical system. Also: Chinese countermoves. Pakistan looks west. Episode recorded on July 14, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

This week's NATO summit in Turkey left big questions about the war in Iran and America's role in European defense. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the US-Iran ceasefire breakdown, NATO and the European collective defense dilemma, and Turkey's geopolitical rise and impact on the shifting realities in the region. Episode recorded on July 9, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Christian joins Daryl to talk about Quasar's visit to a muscle daddy and his world!

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world. 

Every church tells a story. The question is: Is it the right one? In this episode, Loren Richmond Jr. talks with sociologist Joel Thiessen about The Stories Congregations Tell, a research project exploring why some churches flourish through seasons of transition while others struggle. Drawing on case studies from congregations across Canada, Thiessen argues that the stories churches tell about their past, present, and future profoundly shape their identity, leadership, and mission. The conversation explores how congregations develop a healthy sense of identity without becoming trapped by nostalgia, why flourishing is about far more than numerical growth, and how local churches are constantly shaped by the wider cultural stories surrounding them. Thiessen also explains why sociology can help churches understand themselves more honestly—not to replace theology, but to deepen it. Whether your church is growing, plateauing, or navigating significant change, this conversation offers practical wisdom for understanding the narratives that shape congregational life—and how a healthier story can lead to a healthier future. Together they explore: Why every congregation tells a story—and why it matters How churches connect their past, present, and future The cultural stories shaping congregational life How churches develop resilience through seasons of change The importance of intergenerational community How churches can resist the "bigger is better" mindset Practical ways congregations can discover and live into their own story Joel Thiessen is Professor of Sociology, Chair of the Social Sciences Department, and Director of the Flourishing Congregations Institute at Ambrose University in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He is a sociologist of religion who specializes in religion in Canada, religious nones, congregations, millennials, and more recently, death and dying.   Mentioned Resources:

Check out my Tronic Radio on your favorite streaming platforms here: https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast Be sure to check out Yuuki Yoshiyama's new Common Ground single (incl.Christian Smith remix) out now on Tronic: https://ffm.to/tr570 1.Yuuki Yoshiyama - ID 2.Simon Doty - Fuzz Ruckus (Extended) 3.George Privatti, Derek Muller - CHOPPED (Extended Mix) 4.Umberto Pagliaroli - I See You (Extended) 5.Danny Wild, Nataly K - Jingo 6.Yuuki Yoshiyama – Identity (Extended Mix) 7.Skuro, Blake Light, Mia Mendi - Jungle 8.Township Rebellion, Fab Massimo - Labyrinth 9.Yuuki Yoshiyama - ID 10.Yuuki Yoshiyama - ID 11.Jon Rundell - Wildcat 12.Yuuki Yoshiyama - Common Ground (Extended Mix) 13.Echonomist - Dominator 14.Astro aka Akihisa Takahashi - Reshiram 15.Inner City, Simone Zino - Good Life 16.ID/Yuuki Yoshiyama 17.Pascal FEOS - I Can Feel That (Christian Smith & Drunken Kong Remix) 18.Yuuki Yoshiyama - Common Ground (Christian Smith Remix) This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

Will a Russian energy crisis finally lead to a negotiated settlement, or are we headed towards nuclear war? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss Ukrainian target shifts toward energy infrastructure and their impact on Russia's already fragile economy, the impending political crisis inside the Kremlin, and the viability of Russia's potential next steps, including "tactical" nukes, Belarusian involvement, and fully mobilizing reserve forces. Episode recorded on June 29, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Tonight - Keir Starmer resigns, England draws against Ghana in the FIFA World Cup, and the UK and Europe are sweltering through a heatwave.

Is the US-Iran agreement a real move toward peace or just a fragile memorandum? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the "deal" and pause in hostilities, the shifting regional dynamics and military forces at play, and how each nation's internal political pressures could lead us straight back to war. Also: the advantage of defense; the US-Israel divide. Episode recorded on June 17, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: .Sermon OutlineJesus prepares his disciples for missionWhat Jesus wants to give usWhat Jesus wants us to expectWhat Jesus wants to do through usSermon QuestionsNavigating Cultural Pressures. The sermon describes how cultural pressure points—for example, “hustle culture," the Digital Revolution, "intensive parenting”—have thinned our capacity to sit in silence and meaningfully connect with an ancient way of life like the way of Jesus. Which of these (or other) cultural shifts do you feel most "pummeled" by in your daily life, and how does it affect your ability to engage with your Jesus and your church family?Developing the Shepherd's Perspective. Jesus looked at the "harassed and helpless" and saw “ripe fruit clamoring to be picked.” When you look at the people in your life, do you tend to see problems to be avoided, or an opportunity share the love of Christ? What is one practical way you can ask God to "clear your eyes" to see people as He does this week?More than "Good, Nice, and Happy.” To the extent the church has seen its job as making people "good, nice, and happy,” the church has failed to wrestle with darkness, suffering, and brokenness. How can we, as a small group, move beyond "niceness" to support one another through dark times? How might we use the psalms of lament (e.g., Psalms 13, 22, 44, 88, 130)?Expecting the Unexpected in Mission. Jesus suggests that while some who are religiously self-satisfied may reject his message, the "afflicted"—the used, abused, and reviled—often receive it with joy. Have you ever been surprised by who was open to hearing about your faith versus who was hostile? How does thinking of mission as "Jesus doing His thing through us" change how you feel about the possibility of being rejected?Resources ConsultedErasmo Leiva-Merikakis,Fire of Mercy, Heart of the Word: Meditations on the Gospel According to St. Matthew (Ignatius, 1996)Peter Leithart, "Jesus as Israel: The Typological Structure of Matthew's Gospel"Christian Smith, Why Religion Went Obsolete: The Demise of Traditional Faith in America (Oxford, 2026)R.J. Snell, "Life in the Ruins: Keeping Faith within the Immanent Frame" (a bit more on Charles Taylor and the immanent frame)Robert Mariani, "American Diner Gothic" and "Vibing in the Ruins," The New Atlantis (Winter 2025 / Spring 2026)Eugene Peterson, The Pastor: A Memoir (HarperOne, 2011)Steven D. Smith, "The Pagan City, the Christian City, and the Secular City" (note especially pp.10–13)Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Sam Fornecker ().

Hypnotised Radio 154 Fractious Guest Mix Show: Hypnotised Radio Artist: Warren Scott Guest: Fractious Air Date: 11 June 2026 Genre: Techno / Raw Techno / Hypnotic Techno / Hardgroove This week we have another exciting guest mix, we have UK based Fractious (Stephen Garrett) who has firmly fitted himself into the international techno community, providing his own unique blend of groove based RAW/Hypnotic techno. Having caught the attention of Christian Smith, he immediately signed him to his powerhouse label Tronic and a few months after selected for the annual Tronic Allstars VA. Kevin Saunderson followed suit signing Fractious to his KMS Records, Hertz to SWAY, Unrilis, Planet Rhythm's Special Series and his release on Kaiserdisco's label KD RAW seen big support from Carl Cox, Truncate and Tiger Stripes on his Drumcode Radio mix also smashing the Beatport Techno Hype Charts at no. 5!! Fractious has seen a string of top 10's over the last few years which is a testament to his hard work and passion for techno!! Fractious is kept busy in the studio and his gig calendar with bookings around the globe, touring Indian and also cities such as London, Helsinki, Paris, Oslo, Las Vegas, Amsterdam, Dublin to name a few Tracklist: 1) NØRBAK - Capa [TOKEN] 2) Chlär - Volte Face [PRIMAL INSTINCT] 3) Klint - Shadow Ritual [ARTS] 4) Oscar Sanchez - Jeepers [RAW WORX] 5) Hiago Pauli - Propaganda [SPECIAL SERIES] 6) Fractious - Quiet Fury [UNRELEASED] 7) Klint - Game Theory [ARTS] 8) Fractious - Rough Justice [RAW WORX] 9) NØRBAK - Leveza [TOKEN] 10) Oscar Sanchez - Zero Contact [RAW WORX] 11) SYM - Bloody Tower [SPECIAL SERIES] 12) Fractious - Death of Truth [EQUAL] 13) Kabay - Morph [CLERGY] 14) Lee Osborne (CA) - Inception (Fractious Remix) [RAW WORX] 15) Hiago Pauli - Camada [SPECIAL SERIES] 16) SYM - Apathetic Boy [SPECIAL SERIES] 17) Fractious - Paper Tiger [UNRELEASED] 18) Fractious - Cluster Prism [UNRELEASED] 19) Duniz - Holy [RAW WORX] 20) Fractious - Soul Saver UNRELEASED] Originally broadcast on Data Transmission Radio. Listen live and explore the archive: https://radio.datatransmission.co

The US is divided at home and gridlocked abroad. Is the chaos a sign of decline or just the normal process of American progress? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss how underestimating the US led to D-Day, the myth of American decline, and how historical cycles can predict the process of US reinvention. Also: foreign policy shifts and competition with China. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Does Trump's tirade to Netanyahu signal the fracture of the historic alliance between the United States and Israel? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the evolution of US-Israeli relations, their diverging interests in the Middle East, and how Israel's strategic burden spells trouble for regional accommodation. Also: Netanyahu's political future. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Check out my Tronic Radio on your favorite streaming platforms here: https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast/ Be sure to check out Gai Barone's remix of Christian Smith's L'Amour Toujours out now on Tronic. 01.Gai Barone - Kromakay 02.Gai Barone & Kasey Taylor - Light Deliberations 03.Greg Matthew - Interwoven (Gai Barone Remix) [Dreaming Awake] 04.ID 05.Gai Barone & Luke Brancaccio feat Kiki - All I Need (Hernan Cattaneo & Mercurio Remix) [Music To Die For] 06.Gai Barone - All About Her 07.ID 08.QuiQui, Thom Rich - Victorious (Gai Barone Darkside Remix) 09.Christian Smith - L'Amour Toujours (Gai Barone Remix) [Tronic] 10.Ben Summers - It Ain't right (Gai Barone Closing Time Remix) [ASTIR] This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

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Why did religion decline in America—and was it really driven by hostility toward faith? In this episode, Loren talks with sociologist Christian Smith about his book Why Religion Went Obsolete and the cultural, technological, and institutional changes that reshaped American religion over the last several decades. Smith, well known for coining the term “moralistic therapeutic deism,” argues that religion did not simply decline or get pushed out by secularism—it became culturally obsolete. The conversation explores Smith's argument that the early 1990s marked a major cultural turning point, driven by technological shifts, generational change, and evolving social expectations. Rather than abandoning spirituality altogether, many Americans sought meaning, identity, and transcendence elsewhere—in politics, digital communities, sports, and forms of what Smith calls “re-enchantment culture.” They also discuss the continuing influence of moralistic therapeutic deism, the role of scandal and self-inflicted wounds within religious institutions, and why Christianity's challenges may be more internal and cultural than simply ideological or political. Together they explore: The lasting influence of moralistic therapeutic deism Why 1991 marked a cultural tipping point “Re-enchantment” and the rise of alternative spiritualities Religious scandal and Christianity's self-inflicted wounds Why authenticity matters for younger generations Politics, polarization, and religion's public witness What churches can learn from cultural change and loneliness Christian Smith is the William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Sociology Emeritus and Founding Director of the Center for the Study of Religion and Society at the University of Notre Dame. Smith is well known for his research focused on religion, adolescents and emerging adults, and social theory. Smith received his MA and PhD from Harvard University in 1990 and his BA from Gordon College in 1983. He was a Professor of Sociology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for 12 years before his move to Notre Dame. Mentioned Resources:

A brand new episode of Element Sessions is here! This month we journey through two very different energies across two hours of underground house music. Hour 1 — Ascension Lifting off with deep progressive and melodic house vibes featuring music from Henry Saiz, Christian Smith, Pablo Gargano, Ezequiel Arias and more. Expect hypnotic grooves, emotional melodies and driving rhythms built for late-night listening. Hour 2 — Ignition Turning up the heat with an uplifting mix of house and tech house featuring tracks from Mark Knight, Tony Romera, Marshall Jefferson, Patrick Topping and more. Big energy, infectious grooves and pure dancefloor momentum from start to finish. Lock in, turn it up and enjoy the ride! PART ONE - ASCENSION Everything in Its Right Place - twofaced., ELEVEN (FR)  Madre Noche (Mariano Mellino Remix) - Henry Saiz Golden Point - Christian Smith Thread (Extended Mix) - Redspace, Olven Vector - Tom Bryder Midnight Shadows - Pablo Gargano Keep Movin' On - Ivory (IT) Beautiful Chaos - XAVI st Prisma (Extended Mix) - Durante, Ezequiel Arias  Sands of Time - Rauschhaus, Noise Generation Castaneda (Extended Mix) - Redspace, S.Y.M  Dream Controller (Extended Mix) - Durante, Ezequiel Arias PART TWO - IGNITION Shut It Down (Extended Mix) - Mark Knight, Rome Fortune, Pietro Waste My Time (Extended Mix) - Tony Romera Watch out Now (Extended Mix) - Marshall Jefferson, Tim Sanders Chicago Baby (Extended Mix) - Felix Da Housecat, Benny Benassi  This Is House (Extended Mix) - Gene Farris, Eden Prince  Out The Door (Extended Mix) - James Hurr, Wh0 Circo Loco (Extended Mix) - DJ PP Love Me (Extended Mix) - Patrick Topping Can U Feel That (Extended Mix) - Shiba San President House (Extended Mix) - Roland Clark, MistaJam  The Connection (Extended Mix) - SOSA (UK) Club Muzik (Extended Mix) - Sam Divine Right Move (Extended Mix) - Wade Let's Jack (Extended Mix) - Piero Pirupa In Da Jungle (Extended Mix) - BLOND:ISH

History echoes as the US increases pressure on Cuba once again. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss Cuba's unique place in American geopolitics, the cause and potential outcome of the current crisis, and how Cuba fits into the US's new Western Hemisphere strategy. Also: Cuban parallels to other island nations. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Is global power built on tanks and treaties, or trade and technology? Introducing your view of the global economy through the lens of geopolitics, GeoEconomic Lens. In this exclusive clip from ClubGPF's Podcast+, Senior Analyst and Chief GeoEconomist Antonia Colibasanu joins host Christian Smith for a primer on geoeconomics and the new offering, the vulnerabilities of global economic interdependence, and the distinction between static and dynamic power.  Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and get access to our inaugural issue for FREE, available now: https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/

The Title Was Too Easy To Pick It felt like it had been 84 years since NYCFC won an MLS game. But it had only been seven regular season games and the only two victories were in the US Open Cup. Finally NYCFC broke out of their slump against a struggling Columbus Crew to slide back up the Eastern Conference table. This week Christian Smith fills in for J.R. with Mike and Mike as the three talk about Jansen’s coaching styles, the team’s response to the run of poor results and of course the hat trick by Hannes Wolf.

With the US, Russia, China, and Europe all at strategic crossroads, the new global geopolitical order is starting to show itself. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss Russia's internal crises and strategic pivot, the upcoming summit and future of US-China rapprochement, and how Europe is critical not only to Russia's future but to the entire global system. This episode of Talking Geopolitics was recorded on May 11, 2026. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

Is Putin looking to Trump for a lifeline? How does last week's phone call between the leaders actually signal Russian weakness? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the geopolitical implications of the meeting, Russia's economic deterioration and internal instability, and what a post-Putin Russia might look like. Also: US troop withdrawals and shifting global alliances. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

Check out my Tronic Radio on your favorite streaming platforms here: https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast/ 01.Christian Smith – Juicy Pad 02.Angel Alanis – Do You Like The Way You Feel When You Shake? 03.A.D.N.Y. & Moonchild – Falling 04.G-Flame – Take Me Back 05.Gaetano Parisio – The Preface 06.Junior Sanchez & Christian Smith – United Groove 07.Santos Rodriguez – Road To Rio 08.Samuel L Sessions – You Make Me Shiver 09.Michel De Hey Vs. Grooveyard – Compound 10.The Hacker – Fadin' Away (Oxia Remix) 11.Trevor Rockcliffe Featuring Blake Baxter– Visions Of You (Smith & Selway Remix) 12.Christian Smith – Mojito 13.Zeta Reticula – EP2 14.K-Alexy Shelby – Club M.C.M. (Sterac Remix) 15.Ben Sims – Manipulated (Adam Beyer Remix) 16.Christian Smith & John Selway – Endzone 17.DJ Shufflemaster – A1 18.UK Gold– Agent Wood (Ben Long Remix) 19.DJ Rob Little – Pulsate (DJ HMC Remix) 20.Chester Beatty – Levanon (B1) 21.Ben Sims – The Dubs 22.Oliver Ho – From Modern To Ancient 23.Adam Beyer – Remainings III (Thomas Krome Remix) This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

What does the multi-billion-dollar warship deal between Japan and Australia say about the new geopolitical order forming in the Pacific? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the landmark defense cooperation, its impact on regional power dynamics, and how it may alter the posture of major players like China and the US. Also discussed: the future of oil dependency. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

A ceasefire is in place, but negotiations are once again breaking down over the conflict in Iran. Are we any closer to a long-term solution? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the stalled negotiations, the impacts of the US blockade on Iranian ports, and why this new strategy could be more about China than Iran for Donald Trump. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

The return of humans to space with the Artemis II's orbit around the moon has captured the hearts and minds of millions around the world. While exploratory space travel enthralls the public, the geopolitics of space and its implications for war are something much less understood. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss satellites, potential space warfare tactics, the strategic value of the moon, and why we went there in the first place. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

Solarstone pres. Pure Trance Radio Episode 481 Archive Solarstone Vinyl Mix circa 2000. 01. Tetraflux - Forever 02. PMT - Gyromancer 03. El Greco - Night Watch (Tribal Mix) 04. Tim Baker - Groove Treatment (believer ep) 05. Z2 - Herbgrinder 06. Oliver K - Simple Journey 07. Fingerfest inc. - Autoporno 08. Sentinal - I Am (Chris Cargo Remix) 09. Freakazoids - Freak & Hustle 10. Orbital - Nothing Left (Les Rhythmes Digitales Remix) 11. Timo Mass - Killin Me 12. Thomas P. Heckman - Ultra Vixens 13. Z2 - I Want You (Moshic & Zidan Remix) 14. Christian Smith & J. Selway - Yess 14. Marc et Claude - The History of Acid House 15. Hardfloor - Acperience

As we enter the second month of war in the Middle East, bombs continue to fly, and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatens a global crisis. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the military pressures facing Washington and Tehran, the expanding scope of the conflict, and what it can tell us about the future of war. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

With the long-awaited meeting between Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping delayed until May, all eyes are on the two giants and the long shadow they cast on the Iran war and the world at large. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss China's strategic restraint in the Middle East, economic fragility and rapprochement with the US, and the importance of Taiwan. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com for world-class geopolitical analysis and discussion.