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What if you discovered you have more religious freedom right now than at any point in your lifetime—but nobody told you? In this episode of Refining Rhetoric, Robert sits down with Kelly Shackelford, President and CEO of First Liberty Institute, to discuss the remarkable string of religious freedom victories at the Supreme Court that most Americans don't even know happened. Shackelford, a constitutional scholar who has argued and won multiple cases before the Supreme Court, breaks down four major religious liberty wins achieved in just 13 months, including the landmark Coach Kennedy case that overturned 50 years of anti-religious precedent. Key topics covered: How the Supreme Court restored religious freedom protections in the workplace and schools What these victories mean for Christians, business owners, and educators Practical guidance on exercising religious rights at work and in public spaces The truth about what pastors can and cannot say from the pulpit regarding politics Why millions of Christian voters staying home could change election outcomes Resources available at FirstLiberty.org for understanding your religious freedom rights Shackelford emphasizes that Americans now have more religious freedom than they've had in their lifetime, but many don't realize the extent of their restored rights. This episode provides essential insights for anyone wanting to understand and exercise their constitutional religious liberties. Resources: https://firstliberty.org/ This episode of Refining Rhetoric is sponsored by the Classical Leanring Cohort: Are you a CC parent or graduate wanting to become a more confident classical educator? Why not sample the CLC by attending a free, online "Experience the CLC" event at classicalconversations.com/cohort. Find a time that fits your schedule.

Friday, August 15, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Erin Smith, also from First Liberty. Topics for discussion include the battles and victories for religious freedom, the left's ongoing battles against Trump, and other top stories […]

Friday, August 15, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Erin Smith, also from First Liberty. Topics for discussion include the battles and victories for religious freedom, the left's ongoing battles against Trump, and other top stories […]

Friday, July 25, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with Liberty McArtor hosting. Her co-hosts in our studio are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel and Jeff Mateer, Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer, both from First Liberty Institute. They'll cover most everything, from the battles for religious freedom, to ICE and Homeland […]

Friday, July 25, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with Liberty McArtor hosting. Her co-hosts in our studio are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel and Jeff Mateer, Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer, both from First Liberty Institute. They'll cover most everything, from the battles for religious freedom, to ICE and Homeland […]

Friday, July 11, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Erin Smith, also from First Liberty. Topics for discussion include the victories for religious freedom, the left's ongoing battles against Trump, and other top stories from today. […]

Friday, July 11, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Erin Smith, also from First Liberty. Topics for discussion include the victories for religious freedom, the left's ongoing battles against Trump, and other top stories from today. […]

Kelly Shackelford joins us to share how he walked away from worldly success to defend religious freedom and restore hope to families, churches, and individuals across America. (J2695)

Friday, June 27, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the fight for religious liberty, freedom in education, immigration, and other top stories from today. Connect with us on […]

Friday, June 27, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the fight for religious liberty, freedom in education, immigration, and other top stories from today. Connect with us on […]

Kelly Shackelford joins First Liberty Live's Stuart Shepard to discuss key victories from the past year, including three potential Supreme Court cases and our best opportunities to expand religious freedom for the next generation.   We need your help to position First Liberty for a strong rest of 2025. Join the fight for faith today and maximize your impact with our $500,000 Challenge Grant when you give by midnight on June 30th. Yes, I'll maximize my impact now >>

Friday, June 20, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson broadcasting. His co-hosts in our studio are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill “Buddy” Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. They'll cover most everything from the, and , and much more. Connect with us on […]

Friday, June 20, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson broadcasting. His co-hosts in our studio are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill “Buddy” Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. They'll cover most everything from the, and , and much more. Connect with us on […]

The lead singer of Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, an obscure rock band made up of middle-aged men, says Trump voters - and especially Christian Trump voters - are not allowed at their concerts. Anyone ever hear of these guys?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday, June 13, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson hosting. His co-hosts in our studio are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel and Jeff Mateer, Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer, both of First Liberty Institute. They'll cover most everything from the , and the battle for religious freedom, […]

Friday, June 13, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson hosting. His co-hosts in our studio are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel and Jeff Mateer, Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer, both of First Liberty Institute. They'll cover most everything from the , and the battle for religious freedom, […]

Friday, May 23, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Penna Dexter. Her co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill “Buddy” Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. Their topics for discussion include Court packing plans, V.P. Harris's socialist tendencies, and other top stories from today. Connect […]

Friday, May 23, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Penna Dexter. Her co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill “Buddy” Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. Their topics for discussion include Court packing plans, V.P. Harris's socialist tendencies, and other top stories from today. Connect […]

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Welcome to our Wednesday show with host Kerby Anderson. His first guest is  Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute. They'll discuss Viewpoints commentaries. Then Kerby will cover most everything else from bureaucracy in the halls of Congress, and the U.S. drug policy, to the democratic theatre in Newark, […]

During the National Day of Prayer ceremony in the Rose Garden, President Trump signed an executive order creating the Presidential Commission on Religious Freedom. Our President and CEO, Kelly Shackelford, has been appointed to serve on the Commission. To give you a better understanding of the Commission, Kelly sat down with Stuart Shepard to discuss the appointment and to let you know what you can expect from those serving at the President's request.

Friday, April 11, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson broadcasting remote from Peoria, IL. His co-hosts in our studio are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill “Buddy” Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. They'll cover most everything from the tariffs, and the battle for […]

Friday, April 11, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson broadcasting remote from Peoria, IL. His co-hosts in our studio are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill “Buddy” Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. They'll cover most everything from the tariffs, and the battle for […]

On today's encouraging episode, Pastor Jack and attorney Kelly Shackelford discuss exciting victories in America's court system and many successful outcomes within the Supreme Court. Kelly Shackelford is President and Chief Executive Officer of First Liberty Institute. Mr. Shackelford is a constitutional scholar who has argued before the United States Supreme Court, testified before the U.S. House and Senate, and has won numerous landmark First Amendment and religious liberty cases, including the landmark religious liberty victory in the U.S. Supreme Court, American Legion v. America Humanist Association.  CONNECT WITH FIRST LIBERTY:https://firstliberty.org/ (00:00) Religious Liberty Victories and Hope(11:24) Defending Religious Liberty and the Constitution(20:57) Empowering Hope for Religious LibertyCONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK:Website: https://jackhibbs.com/ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2FCyXpO Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WZBWV0 YouTube:  https://bit.ly/437xMHn DAZE OF DECEPTION BOOK:https://jackhibbs.com/daze-of-deception/CALLED TO TAKE A BOLD STAND PRE-ORDER:https://tinyurl.com/33d5dpaj Did you know we have a Real Life Network? Sign up for free for more exclusive content:https://bit.ly/3CIP3M99

Friday, March 21, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Liberty McArtor writer and Podcast Host of the Know Why Podcast. Topics for discussion include the fight for religious liberty, shutting down the Department of Education, anger […]

Friday, March 21, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Liberty McArtor writer and Podcast Host of the Know Why Podcast. Topics for discussion include the fight for religious liberty, shutting down the Department of Education, anger […]

We're live from the National Religious Broadcasters Convention with our President, Chief Counsel and CEO, Kelly Shackelford.

Friday, February 14, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the fight for religious liberty, freedom in education, immigration, and other top stories from today. Connect with us on […]

Friday, February 14, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the fight for religious liberty, freedom in education, immigration, and other top stories from today. Connect with us on […]

What does it take to follow your calling, build a mission-driven organization, and impact the highest court in the land? In this episode, host Dan Cooper sits down with Kelly Shackelford, CEO of First Liberty Institute, to explore the leadership principles behind his work defending religious freedom. Kelly shares how he navigated the choice between ministry and law, the unique business model that has propelled First Liberty's success as the largest legal nonprofit in the United States, and the long-term strategy that has led to pivotal Supreme Court victories. Along the way, he offers powerful insights on staying the course in the face of challenges and leading with conviction. This episode is an eye-opener for business leaders and anyone passionate about maintaining the freedom to practice faith openly. Gain valuable insights and motivation as Kelly Shackelford shares his vision for preserving religious liberties for future generations.

Things are moving fast in Washington, D.C., these days. We will hear from Kelly Shackelford, from the First Liberty Institute, as he gives us an update on the new administration’s promise to reinstate and repay those members of the military who were fired over the COVID mandate. Then, available energy is the key to a healthy economy. What are the plans of the new administration when it comes to wind and solar energy? Will there be more drilling in the U.S.? Will our country truly become energy-independent? Steve Goreham will answer those questions and more. Join us for a great hour of conversation.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President and CEO Kelly Shackelford breaks down some of President Trump's executive orders and what they mean for religious freedom.

Friday, January 17, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the fight for Religious Liberty, terrorism, confirmation hearings, and other top stories from today. Connect with us on Facebook […]

Friday, January 17, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the fight for Religious Liberty, terrorism, confirmation hearings, and other top stories from today. Connect with us on Facebook […]

As we close out the year, we are looking ahead to 2025. The challenges that lay ahead are daunting, and the stakes have never been higher. President and CEO Kelly Shackelford joins us to talk about all the opportunities and challenges that lay ahead and why we should have more hope for the future of religious freedom than ever before.

Friday, January 3, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the fight for Religious Liberty, terrorism, media suppression for liberal politicians, and other top stories from today. Connect with […]

Friday, January 3, 2025 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the fight for Religious Liberty, terrorism, media suppression for liberal politicians, and other top stories from today. Connect with […]

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Welcome to our year end show with host Kerby Anderson. His co-host is our own Penna Dexter. In the first hour he speaks with long time friend Gary Bauer and he welcomes Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute. Topics for discussion include the ongoing fight for […]

Friday, December 27, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill “Buddy” Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. They'll cover most everything, from the Nativity in Washington DC, government health-care, and the trend of protecting senile politicians, […]

Friday, December 27, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill “Buddy” Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. They'll cover most everything, from the Nativity in Washington DC, government health-care, and the trend of protecting senile politicians, […]

Friday, December 20, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the ongoing fight for Religious Liberty,  the end of the 118th Congress and their Continuing Resolution to fund the […]

Friday, December 20, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the ongoing fight for Religious Liberty,  the end of the 118th Congress and their Continuing Resolution to fund the […]

Friday, November 22, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the ongoing fight for Religious Liberty, the team of Musk and Ramaswamy to pop the balloon of government bloat, […]

Friday, November 22, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and our own Penna Dexter. Topics for discussion include the ongoing fight for Religious Liberty, the team of Musk and Ramaswamy to pop the balloon of government bloat, […]

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Friday, October 25, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. Topics for discussion include abortion, government spending, and the 2024 election. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and on […]

Friday, October 25, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Kerby Anderson. His co-hosts are Kelly Shackelford, President, CEO, & Chief Counsel of First Liberty Institute and Dr. Merrill Matthews, Resident Scholar at IPI. Topics for discussion include abortion, government spending, and the 2024 election. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and on […]

Friday, October 11, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Dr. Merrill Matthews. His co-hosts are First Liberty Institute's Kelly Shackelford and Jeremy Dys. Topics for discussion include the REAL Kamala Harris, Christian voters, Alaska Airlines flight attendants, and much much more. It's a jam-packed show! Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and […]

Friday, October 11, 2024 Welcome to our Weekend Edition with host Dr. Merrill Matthews. His co-hosts are First Liberty Institute's Kelly Shackelford and Jeremy Dys. Topics for discussion include the REAL Kamala Harris, Christian voters, Alaska Airlines flight attendants, and much much more. It's a jam-packed show! Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and […]

Men are punching women in the face at the Olympics, and we can't be silent! Is this what Kamala Harris means by allowing ourselves to be “unburdened by what has been”? Glenn warns that while Harris' favorite saying might sound silly, its real meaning is VERY dangerous. First Liberty Institute's president and CEO Kelly Shackelford joins to review just how close we are to the Democrats packing the Supreme Court. BlazeTV host Steve Deace gives his advice to the Trump campaign on what it should focus on in the final months of the election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Men are punching women in the face at the Olympics, and we can't be silent! Is this what Kamala Harris means by allowing ourselves to be “unburdened by what has been”? Glenn warns that while Harris' favorite saying might sound silly, its real meaning is VERY dangerous. First Liberty Institute's president and CEO Kelly Shackelford joins to review just how close we are to the Democrats packing the Supreme Court. Glenn reviews why Trump was right when he called out Kamala Harris for switching her racial identity from Indian to black. Glenn's new young adult fiction novel, “Chasing Embers,” is now a New York Times best-seller! Glenn speaks with artist Chris Hopkins about what historical artifacts he drew inspiration from for Glenn's upcoming art show. Alveda King, niece of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., joins to preview the upcoming “March for Kids” in Washington, D.C. BlazeTV host Steve Deace gives his advice to the Trump campaign on what it should focus on in the final months of the election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices