Podcasts about Tol

Au sommaire du Café des Sports le vendredi 20 février 2026 à 16h10 & 21h10 TU sur RFI - 22h10 TU sur France 24 - YouTube & Facebook Live : - Ligue des Champions : le poison du racisme ! ; - RC Lens leader ! ; - Tottenham – Arsenal ; - Les Cartons vidéo. Ligue des Champions : le poison du racisme ! Nouvelle polémique raciste visant Vinícius Júnior (Benfica – Real Madrid). La prise de position forte de Kylian Mbappé relance le débat. Tolérance zéro, enfin ? RC Lens leader ! Les Sang et Or en tête de Ligue 1. Solides, constants, ambitieux. Lens peut-il aller au bout ? Tottenham – Arsenal Derby brûlant. Saka prolonge, mais Arsenal ne doit plus lâcher de points : City est juste derrière. Les Gunners tiendront-ils la pression ? Les Cartons vidéo : verts, jaunes ou rouges ! Les vôtres et ceux de nos consultants. Autour d'Annie Gasnier : Frédéric Suteau • Marc Libbra • Xavier Barret • Rémy Ngono Chef d'édition : David Fintzel TCR : Alice Mesnard Réalisation vidéo : Souhail Khedir & Yann Bourdelas.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan Rittenhouse and Cameron McAllister engage in deep theological reflection on the Epstein files, cultural corruption, and the crisis of meaning in the modern West. Referencing figures like Harvey Weinstein and drawing cultural parallels to excesses reminiscent of Nero, they explore why revelations of elite abuse, power, and moral collapse no longer shock us—and what that says about our spiritual condition. Are Christians becoming cynical, or are we awakening to the emptiness of fame, wealth, and influence as ultimate goals? Interacting with themes echoed in the “He Gets Us” Super Bowl campaign and thinkers like Aristotle, Nathan and Cameron examine the biblical concept of telos—our God-given purpose—and contrast radical individualism with the shared story of Scripture. Through reflections on the Emmaus road, the Sermon on the Mount, and the Church's role in restoring shared meaning, this conversation equips believers to pursue true human flourishing in Christ amid cultural decay. If you're a Christian seeking serious theological analysis of current events, cultural commentary grounded in biblical truth, and practical wisdom for faithful living in a confused age, this episode will challenge and encourage you.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Au sommaire du Café des Sports le vendredi 20 février 2026 à 16h10 & 21h10 TU sur RFI - 22h10 TU sur France 24 - YouTube & Facebook Live : - Ligue des Champions : le poison du racisme ! ; - RC Lens leader ! ; - Tottenham – Arsenal ; - Les Cartons vidéo. Ligue des Champions : le poison du racisme ! Nouvelle polémique raciste visant Vinícius Júnior (Benfica – Real Madrid). La prise de position forte de Kylian Mbappé relance le débat. Tolérance zéro, enfin ? RC Lens leader ! Les Sang et Or en tête de Ligue 1. Solides, constants, ambitieux. Lens peut-il aller au bout ? Tottenham – Arsenal Derby brûlant. Saka prolonge, mais Arsenal ne doit plus lâcher de points : City est juste derrière. Les Gunners tiendront-ils la pression ? Les Cartons vidéo : verts, jaunes ou rouges ! Les vôtres et ceux de nos consultants. Autour d'Annie Gasnier : Frédéric Suteau • Marc Libbra • Xavier Barret • Rémy Ngono Chef d'édition : David Fintzel TCR : Alice Mesnard Réalisation vidéo : Souhail Khedir & Yann Bourdelas.

This podcast features Gönül Tol, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute (MEI), where she focuses on Turkish politics, US-Turkey relations and regional dynamics in the Middle East in conversation with University of Washington Jackson School International Studies Professor Reşat Kasaba, an expert in the history and politics of the Middle East. The discussion focuses on how Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has used international diplomacy to strengthen his political power in Turkey and enhance Turkey's place in the Middle East and North Africa. It also covers how Trump's second term is affecting the domestic politics and foreign policy in Turkey. Photo: Gönül Tol. Recorded on Feb. 9, 2026

In this episode, Nathan and Cameron offer a deep theological analysis of the Super Bowl halftime show, reflecting on the NFL's strategic decision to feature global superstar Bad Bunny and what it reveals about shifting American demographics, market incentives, and cultural identity. Rather than reacting with outrage, they examine the math behind the move—contrasting artists like Kid Rock and even past icons such as Prince—to explore how corporations like the National Football League make fiscally driven decisions aimed at expanding global influence. From discussions about consumer capitalism and patriotism to reflections on pop music's moral formation and the Church's creative calling, Nathan and Cameron challenge Christians to think beyond culture war reflexes and consider how faith, numbers, and narrative intersect in a rapidly changing America. This conversation is essential for believers seeking thoughtful Christian commentary on current events, cultural shifts, media influence, and how to respond faithfully in an age of accelerating change.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Tym razem nastała mroźna, ale piękna zima, na którą czekały wszystkie przedszkolaki. Słysząc o zapowiadanych opadach śniegu, Pani Mania zorganizowała dzieciom zajęcia o zimowych dyscyplinach sportowych i zarządziła wspólne wyjście na sanki. Jednak na górce wydarzyło się coś, co bardzo zdenerwowało Tolę. Jesteście ciekawi co tam się stało? Posłuchajcie! ❤✅ Jeśli spodobały Wam się audiobajki o Toli i Nelku, koniecznie oceńcie ten podcast na piątkę

Trump-Netanyahu işbirliği nereye kadar sürecek? ABD-İsrail hattındaki stratejik ortaklık Doğu Akdeniz'de nasıl bir tablo yaratıyor? Türkiye, Yunanistan ve bölgesel dengeler bu süreçten nasıl etkileniyor? Transatlantik programının bu bölümünde Ruşen Çakır, Gönül Tol ve Ömer Taşpınar, Trump–Netanyahu hattındaki olası işbirliğinin sınırlarını; bunun Türkiye, Yunanistan ve Doğu Akdeniz'e etkilerini kapsamlı biçimde değerlendiriyor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron offer a deep theological analysis of the recent controversy surrounding a Truth Social post by Donald Trump that included racist imagery depicting Barack Obama and Michelle Obama. Rather than reacting with partisan outrage, Nathan and Cameron examine the Christian responses that followed—particularly within evangelical circles—and ask what this moment reveals about culture war thinking, political idolatry, truth-telling, and the prophetic witness of the Church. Engaging broader conversations shaped by figures like Alyssa Childers and Russell Moore, they challenge believers to consider how loyalty, power, and fear can subtly distort moral clarity. This episode is for Christians seeking serious theological reflection on current events, wrestling with how to speak truth faithfully in a polarized age, and discerning what it means to follow Christ—not a party—in the public square.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Send a question for the boys to answer on the next podcast!Welcome new and longtime listeners! The boys are back after a short break with an entire episode dedicated to men's and women's basketball! The boys cover results and standouts over the past 6 games and review the upcoming schedule for both teams. We also discuss what we think is needed to secure a spot for both teams leading into the MAC championship tournament. TOL!!Please drop a rating and review, we love to hear from all fans!!

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron engage in a deep theological discussion on late stage individualism, a term popularized by Ezra Klein, and examine why radical individualism is failing in modern Western culture. Speaking from a Christian worldview, they explore rising loneliness, loss of meaning, and social fragmentation through the lens of Scripture, church history, and contemporary cultural analysis. Nathan and Cameron argue that the biblical vision of community offers a compelling alternative, presenting the church as a village designed to form identity, cultivate responsibility, and restore purpose. Drawing on philosophy, current events, and lived experience, this conversation challenges Christians to rethink freedom, sacrifice, and belonging in an age of isolation, and to consider how faithful Christian community can respond to the cultural moment with hope and depth.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Comme chaque vendredi, un médecin spécialisé répond aux questions des auditrices de Priorité Santé. Cette semaine, nous consacrons l'émission à la journée mondiale de tolérance zéro à l'égard des mutilations génitales féminines.  La date du 6 février a été placée en 2012, par l'Assemblée générale des Nations unies sous le signe de cette Journée mondiale de la Tolérance zéro à l'égard des mutilations génitales féminines (désignées par l'OMS par les initiales MGF).   Parmi ces mutilations, l'excision, un acte d'une violence inouïe contre le corps des fillettes, une blessure indélébile qui, d'après l'Unicef, concerne plus de 230 millions de femmes et de filles dans le monde.    Risques pour la santé physique et mentale  Ces mutilations menacent la vie, par hémorragie ou par infection, et peuvent entraîner des complications majeures pour la santé des femmes, lors de l'accouchement, lors des relations sexuelles.  Prévention, accompagnement, réparation Pour les survivantes de l'excision, l'ablation partielle ou totale des organes génitaux, entraîne des douleurs physiques et psychiques.  Face au fardeau des MGF, les réponses sont multiples :  lutter, prévenir, en informant, en sensibilisant, en faisant évoluer les lois et en abandonnant ces pratiques prendre en charge : l'écoute, l'accompagnement, le soin et si nécessaire, en fonction du souhait des femmes et des possibilités offertes par le système de santé, la réparation…  Avec : Oumou Koïta, présidente du Gams, le groupe pour l'abolition des mutilations sexuelles féminines, des mariages forcés et autres pratiques néfastes pour la mère et l'enfant  Dr Maëlle Silvestre De Sacy, gynécologue à l'Unité de prise en charge des femmes victimes de mutilations sexuelles féminines de l'hôpital de Montreuil, en région parisienne La palabre de Charlie Dupiot. Programmation musicale : ► Salif Keïta - Moussolou   ► Jill Scott – Pressha.

Comme chaque vendredi, un médecin spécialisé répond aux questions des auditrices de Priorité Santé. Cette semaine, nous consacrons l'émission à la journée mondiale de tolérance zéro à l'égard des mutilations génitales féminines.  La date du 6 février a été placée en 2012, par l'Assemblée générale des Nations unies sous le signe de cette Journée mondiale de la Tolérance zéro à l'égard des mutilations génitales féminines (désignées par l'OMS par les initiales MGF).   Parmi ces mutilations, l'excision, un acte d'une violence inouïe contre le corps des fillettes, une blessure indélébile qui, d'après l'Unicef, concerne plus de 230 millions de femmes et de filles dans le monde.    Risques pour la santé physique et mentale  Ces mutilations menacent la vie, par hémorragie ou par infection, et peuvent entraîner des complications majeures pour la santé des femmes, lors de l'accouchement, lors des relations sexuelles.  Prévention, accompagnement, réparation Pour les survivantes de l'excision, l'ablation partielle ou totale des organes génitaux, entraîne des douleurs physiques et psychiques.  Face au fardeau des MGF, les réponses sont multiples :  lutter, prévenir, en informant, en sensibilisant, en faisant évoluer les lois et en abandonnant ces pratiques prendre en charge : l'écoute, l'accompagnement, le soin et si nécessaire, en fonction du souhait des femmes et des possibilités offertes par le système de santé, la réparation…  Avec : Oumou Koïta, présidente du Gams, le groupe pour l'abolition des mutilations sexuelles féminines, des mariages forcés et autres pratiques néfastes pour la mère et l'enfant  Dr Maëlle Silvestre De Sacy, gynécologue à l'Unité de prise en charge des femmes victimes de mutilations sexuelles féminines de l'hôpital de Montreuil, en région parisienne La palabre de Charlie Dupiot. Programmation musicale : ► Salif Keïta - Moussolou   ► Jill Scott – Pressha.

ESSENTIEL – COTE JARDIN présenté par Jacques Benhamou. Il reçoit le docteur Didier NEBOT pour son essai « Le manuscrit sacré » aux éditions Erick Bonnier. Il sera accompagné de Fred ENKAOUA Vice-Président de l'ECUJE. À propos du livre : « Le manuscrit sacré » paru aux éditions Erick Bonnier Comme les Manuscrits de la Mer morte dormant dans les grottes de Qumran durant près de vingt siècles, dans une austère et froide salle de l'une des plus prestigieuses bibliothèques au monde (la Bodleian Library à Oxford) dormait le seul document écrit par l'un des rabbins les plus influents du XVe siècle dans le Maghreb. C'est cette extraordinaire aventure que nous révèle Didier Nebot dans son livre qui comporte deux parties : un essai historique sur la vie et l'oeuvre du Rabbin Ephraïm Enkaoua et la traduction inédite en français de la totalité des 49 pages de ce document exceptionnel. Jusque-là, nous disposions, uniquement en hébreu, de l'interprétation par le rabbin Bliah en 1902 d'un document retransmis manuellement du texte d'Oxford. Il est à noter que, contrairement à Maïmonide dont les écrits ont traversé les siècles, nous n'avons pas retrouvé, à notre connaissance d'autres écrits au sujet du Rab Ephraïm Aln'kaoua. Le Rab eut une destinée hors norme. Il dut fuir en catastrophe l'Espagne en 1391. Cette année-là, il y eut des pogroms dans tout le pays, faisant des dizaines de milliers de victimes, assassinés ou convertis par la force. Dans la grande synagogue de Tolède, son père, le rabbin Israël Enkaoua fut assassiné sous ses yeux, par une foule déchaînée, car il refusait d'abjurer sa foi. Il se sauva tant bien que mal jusqu'au Maghreb et se réfugia à Tlemcen où il obtint l'autorisation du Sultan, de vivre, lui et sa communauté, à l'intérieur de la ville. Il eut des rapports privilégiés avec les musulmans. La tolérance, la franchise et l'amour de l'autre guidaient ses pas. Il rencontra d'anciens coreligionnaires de la grande tribu des Médiouna vivant dans toute la région de Tlemcen, convertis par la force peu avant cette époque par les Almohades. Didier Nebot cite plusieurs auteurs arabes parlant de ces incroyables évènements, dont Ibn Khaldoun : "Ils étaient gens du Livre, juifs, puis se sont convertis à l'islam. â¯" Médecin, talmudiste et rabbin, Ephraïm Aln'kaoua était connu et apprécié pour sa gentillesse, ses connaissances et ses dons de guérisseurs. On disait même qu'il faisait des miracles. Après sa mort, durant des siècles des cohortes de juifs et de musulmans venaient se recueillir sur sa tombe, main dans la main. Didier Nebot a fait une découverte insensée qui pourrait ébranler les croyances de certains juifs et de certains musulmans. Il vous la révèlera à la fin du livre.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron offer a deeply theological analysis of current events, examining the moral, political, and spiritual turbulence shaping Christianity in North America today. Engaging Tripp Fuller's essay “Bonhoeffer's Warning Unheeded”, they explore the moral collapse of white evangelicalism, the “frog in the boiling water” metaphor, and the rapid shift in Christian attitudes toward character, power, and politics. Drawing on Scripture, church history, Bonhoeffer, and the witness of the early church, Nathan and Cameron challenge individualism, political idolatry, and the temptation to use worldly means to achieve Christian ends, ultimately arguing that the local church—not political power—is God's primary antidote to cultural chaos. This conversation is for Christians seeking thoughtful, historically grounded, and biblically faithful theological discussion on faith, culture, discipleship, and Christian hope in a fractured age.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Tolérant, résilient et zen (non), l'épisode de ce week-end ressemble à un cours de yoga sous LSD.Au programme de cette hilarante émission : le terrible début d'année d'une chroniqueuse star, une nouvelle era feng-shui, du trampoline (ou presque) dans la chronique sexo, deux passionnants fun facts sur des calculs rénaux et des pistolets italiens, blind test des connexions niveau hardcore, de gros Tricheurs dans le billet médias et questions ubuesques autour de l'actualité (avec des félins, une grosse tour et des femmes à quéquettes).Autour de la table : Maxime, Adrien, Élise, Yanis, Clément et Alexandre.Rdv le week-end prochain pour la deuxième émission en public, on vous y prépare moult fou-rires.On vous aime fort, merci pour votre insolente fidélité. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron engage in a deep theological discussion on Christian hope in the midst of cultural chaos, political polarization, and a media landscape driven by fear, anger, and spectacle. Drawing on Scripture, church history, Aristotle, C.S. Lewis, and contemporary examples, they challenge the modern tendency to reduce hope to mere optimism and instead recover the biblical vision of hope as a hard, muscular virtue—formed through suffering, discipline, and faithfulness to Christ. As they reflect on current events, true crime culture, discipleship, and virtue formation, Nathan and Cameron argue that Christian hope is not sentimental or naïve, but grounded in the resurrection of Jesus and expressed through perseverance, moral courage, and responsibility in everyday life. This episode is for Christians seeking thoughtful, intellectually serious theology that speaks honestly to the realities of the modern world.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron offer a deep theological analysis of current events through the lens of Christian political theology, virtue ethics, and American history, centered on a striking 1798 quote from John Adams about morality, religion, and the limits of constitutional government. Engaging Christians who are concerned about cultural collapse, hyper-individualism, and the erosion of virtue, Nathan and Cameron explore how biblical Christianity, communal formation, and moral responsibility—not merely laws or rights—are essential for sustaining a healthy society. Drawing on theology, philosophy, education, and contemporary politics, they examine the failures of a rules-based order, the myth of the global village, and what faithful Christian presence looks like in an age of moral confusion, offering thoughtful insight for believers seeking serious theological discussion of today's cultural and political moment.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron engage in a deep theological discussion on current events through the lens of Ross Douthat's provocative new book Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious, exploring whether Christianity should be embraced for its civilizational benefits or because it is true. Drawing on debates with New Atheism, secular sociology, and figures like Christopher Hitchens, Phil Zuckerman, Jordan Peterson, and Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Nathan and Cameron wrestle with questions of truth, human brokenness, consciousness, demons, and the limits of scientific explanation, all while grounding the conversation firmly in historic Christian theology. This episode is designed for Christians seeking thoughtful, intellectually serious engagement with culture, politics, and belief, offering a robust defense of Christianity that moves beyond pragmatism toward truth, discipleship, and Christian hope in a rapidly changing world.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Send a question for the boys to answer on the next podcast!New year, new players, new coaches, still fans of the Rockets! The boys are in the 419 man cave for a full recap of the 2025 football season. Thoughts on the Rockets loss in the Boca Raton Bowl, season pros and cons, and votes for our players of the year. The boys discuss a bit of transfer portal news, 2026 coaching staff, and a quick basketball update. TOL!! 

In this episode, Nathan and Cameron engage in a deep theological discussion on the breaking news surrounding Philip Yancey, the influential Christian author of The Jesus I Never Knew and What's So Amazing About Grace, who has publicly admitted to an eight-year affair and withdrawn from all public ministry. Framed for Christians seeking thoughtful, biblically grounded reflection on current events, the conversation explores sin, repentance, moral disqualification, trust in Christian leaders, and the dangers of celebrity and guru culture within American Christianity. Nathan and Cameron wrestle with hard questions about grace, perseverance, accountability, and how believers should respond when a beloved theologian or Christian thinker falls, while ultimately re-centering faith on Christ and Scripture rather than personalities. This episode will especially resonate with Christians looking for serious theological analysis, cultural critique, and spiritual wisdom in the midst of yet another painful church scandal.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron offer a deep Christian theological analysis of the ICE shooting in Minneapolis involving Renee Nicole Good, examining the tragedy through the lenses of biblical anthropology, moral theology, and cultural analysis rather than partisan outrage. Drawing on thinkers like Augustine, Jonathan Haidt, René Girard, and Michael Polanyi, they explore how Christians should respond to politically charged current events, the tension between what is legal and what is moral, the danger of scapegoating and symbolic thinking, and why silence, prayer, and wisdom can sometimes be more faithful than instant commentary. This conversation is aimed at Christians seeking thoughtful, theologically grounded discussion of current events, Christian ethics, sanctity of life, authority, justice, and how to faithfully navigate polarized culture without surrendering compassion, truth, or hope.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Aucun pays d'Europe n'échappe au casse-tête du financement des retraites, et il existe presqu'autant de systèmes que d'États. Alors qu'en France, le gouvernement a finalement mis de côté sa réforme, l'Espagne s'apprête à augmenter les pensions, et l'Allemagne apprend aux enfants à épargner - dès l'âge de 6 ans.  Retraites  En Espagne, les pensions sont indexées sur le coût de la vie Madrid s'apprête a augmenter les pensions. Jusqu'à présent, son système résiste, malgré la démographie en berne. Il repose sur le Pacte de Tolède. C'est une commission parlementaire créée en 1995 et qui, depuis trente ans, indexe les retraites sur les prix à la consommation. Depuis, l'Espagne a quand même pris le taureau par les cornes et fait adopter sans difficulté une réforme qui permet, depuis 2013, un recul progressif de l'âge légal de départ, il atteindra 67 ans l'an prochain, mais avec seulement 35 ans de cotisations exigées. À Madrid, Diane Cambon. En Allemagne, l'État initie les enfants à la capitalisation À Berlin aussi, le gouvernement est aux prises avec un programme de réformes. Parmi les pistes, figure le renforcement de la capitalisation. Et comme on ne s'y prend jamais trop tôt, le chancelier a lancé une initiative originale : l'État verse désormais 10 € par mois aux enfants à partir de 6 ans sur un compte bloqué dédié à leur future retraite. Et ce jusqu'à leurs 18 ans. Une manière d'inciter à l'épargne dans un contexte de grande incertitude économique. À Berlin, Delphine Nerbollier.    En Lituanie, les travailleurs étrangers doivent apprendre la langue, mais les profs manquent  Livrer des repas à vélo ou conduire des VTC, dans tous les pays d'Europe ces emplois sont en général occupés par des travailleurs étrangers, parfois récemment arrivés et qui ne parlent pas la langue de leurs clients et employeurs. Au nord du continent, la Lituanie a décidé que les étrangers qui travaillaient au contact de la clientèle devaient désormais avoir des connaissances de base en lituanien. La mesure vient d'entrer en vigueur, et elle prévoit des contrôles et des sanctions financières. Mais cette exigence linguistique, a priori, logique se heurte à un problème : le pays manque cruellement d'enseignants et de structures dédiés. Reportage à Vilnius, Marielle Vitureau.   Grandir en Transylvanie Cette région au nom évocateur, située en Roumanie, abrite une importante minorité hongroise. Si elle fait rêver les amateurs de films de vampire, elle intéresse aussi beaucoup Viktor Orban, le Premier ministre de Hongrie, notamment à l'approche des élections. Jade Briend Guy, journaliste à la rédaction d'Entr, qui parle d'Europe aux jeunes sur les réseaux sociaux, nous emmène en pays Sicule.  Un reportage à retrouver ici et sur tous les réseaux sociaux. Entr.fr est un média France Médias Monde. 

Aucun pays d'Europe n'échappe au casse-tête du financement des retraites, et il existe presqu'autant de systèmes que d'États. Alors qu'en France, le gouvernement a finalement mis de côté sa réforme, l'Espagne s'apprête à augmenter les pensions, et l'Allemagne apprend aux enfants à épargner - dès l'âge de 6 ans.  Retraites  En Espagne, les pensions sont indexées sur le coût de la vie Madrid s'apprête a augmenter les pensions. Jusqu'à présent, son système résiste, malgré la démographie en berne. Il repose sur le Pacte de Tolède. C'est une commission parlementaire créée en 1995 et qui, depuis trente ans, indexe les retraites sur les prix à la consommation. Depuis, l'Espagne a quand même pris le taureau par les cornes et fait adopter sans difficulté une réforme qui permet, depuis 2013, un recul progressif de l'âge légal de départ, il atteindra 67 ans l'an prochain, mais avec seulement 35 ans de cotisations exigées. À Madrid, Diane Cambon. En Allemagne, l'État initie les enfants à la capitalisation À Berlin aussi, le gouvernement est aux prises avec un programme de réformes. Parmi les pistes, figure le renforcement de la capitalisation. Et comme on ne s'y prend jamais trop tôt, le chancelier a lancé une initiative originale : l'État verse désormais 10 € par mois aux enfants à partir de 6 ans sur un compte bloqué dédié à leur future retraite. Et ce jusqu'à leurs 18 ans. Une manière d'inciter à l'épargne dans un contexte de grande incertitude économique. À Berlin, Delphine Nerbollier.    En Lituanie, les travailleurs étrangers doivent apprendre la langue, mais les profs manquent  Livrer des repas à vélo ou conduire des VTC, dans tous les pays d'Europe ces emplois sont en général occupés par des travailleurs étrangers, parfois récemment arrivés et qui ne parlent pas la langue de leurs clients et employeurs. Au nord du continent, la Lituanie a décidé que les étrangers qui travaillaient au contact de la clientèle devaient désormais avoir des connaissances de base en lituanien. La mesure vient d'entrer en vigueur, et elle prévoit des contrôles et des sanctions financières. Mais cette exigence linguistique, a priori, logique se heurte à un problème : le pays manque cruellement d'enseignants et de structures dédiés. Reportage à Vilnius, Marielle Vitureau.   Grandir en Transylvanie Cette région au nom évocateur, située en Roumanie, abrite une importante minorité hongroise. Si elle fait rêver les amateurs de films de vampire, elle intéresse aussi beaucoup Viktor Orban, le Premier ministre de Hongrie, notamment à l'approche des élections. Jade Briend Guy, journaliste à la rédaction d'Entr, qui parle d'Europe aux jeunes sur les réseaux sociaux, nous emmène en pays Sicule.  Un reportage à retrouver ici et sur tous les réseaux sociaux. Entr.fr est un média France Médias Monde. 

In this episode, Nathan and Cameron engage in a deep theological discussion on pop music, culture, and spiritual formation, responding to Billy Corgan's viral claim that modern pop music may be more overtly satanic than traditionally “dangerous” genres. Drawing on Christian theology, cultural analysis, and lived experience, they explore idolatry, discernment, fantasy versus reality, and how entertainment subtly shapes moral imagination, habits, and desire. This conversation connects current events in music and media with biblical themes of worship, formation, and holiness, challenging Christians to think critically about what they consume, sing, and celebrate in everyday life. Thoughtful, candid, and at times confrontational, this episode is for believers seeking serious theological reflection on pop culture, spirituality, and the hidden formative power of modern entertainment.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Send a question for the boys to answer on the next podcast!Follow the pod on X! - https://x.com/MBGLaunchpadWe hope everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday! We took a few weeks off here at the pod but the boys are back with updates for both the Toledo Rockets Men's and Women's teams. Make sure to pack Savage on Friday vs undefeated Miami Redhawks!Please like, share, and subscribe, we appreciate all of you!!TOL!!

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan Rittenhouse and Cameron McAllister offer a deep theological analysis of current events, using U.S. involvement in Venezuela as a springboard to explore a much larger cultural shift where efficiency, power, and results increasingly eclipse ethical reasoning and Christian moral reflection. Engaging thinkers like Thomas Aquinas, Jacques Ellul, Alasdair MacIntyre, and Dallas Willard, Nathan and Cameron examine why just war theory, Christian political theology, and moral language often feel irrelevant in today's public discourse—and what that means for Christians seeking faithfulness in a time of cultural transition. This conversation challenges believers to rethink the relationship between church and state, resist conflating Christian faith with political success, and recover a Christ-centered vision of hope, obedience, and vocation amid global instability, cultural upheaval, and moral fragmentation.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

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Lilia Bensedrine-Thabet a bâti sa vie dans le dialogue interreligieux, elle a baigné dans un environnement qui incarnait l'ouverture à l'autre, avec un père tunisien, musulman, sa mère française, catholique, tous deux pratiquants, qui étaient l'un des premiers couples mixtes dans la Tunisie du président Habib Bourguiba. Connaître l'autre dans sa culture et sa religion avec une curiosité et beaucoup de questionnements, c'est ce qui a guidé Lilia Bensedrine-Thabet tout au long de sa vie, avec cette maxime : « Ce qui nous unit est tellement plus important que ce qui nous divise ». Aujourd'hui, Lilia Bensedrine-Thabet est juriste, spécialiste en droit international, et titulaire d'un Master en islamologie, co-présidente du Comité pour le dialogue interreligieux et inter-convictionnel du Conseil de l'Europe. Depuis 2017, elle dirige le Festival Sacrées Journées de Strasbourg, né en 2011, qui invite le public à s'immerger au cœur des musiques sacrées et des spiritualités du monde, avec cette particularité : les artistes issus d'une vingtaine de pays se produisent dans les lieux de culte des uns et des autres, à la cathédrale, à la grande mosquée, à la pagode, au temple… En 2023, les Sacrées Journées se sont vu décerner le prix de la Tolérance, parrainé par la région Grand Est et la Ville de Strasbourg, en récompensant ainsi cette approche par la musique et la danse de ces rencontres et de connaissances mutuelles, pour le vivre ensemble. Lilia Bensedrine-Thabet s'implique aussi au sein de l'association Passe-Portes qui s'adresse aux couples mixtes par les cultures et les religions. Elle a passé sa vie à construire des ponts, entre les cultures, entre les mondes. Un parcours personnel qui l'a forgée et marquée dans cet engagement pour le dialogue interreligieux, au quotidien. Invitée : Lilia Bensedrine-Thabet, juriste, spécialiste en droit international, et titulaire d'un Master en islamologie, directrice du Festival Sacrées Journées de Strasbourg, co-présidente du Comité pour le dialogue interreligieux et inter-convictionnel du Conseil de l'Europe.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron engage in a deep theological discussion on parenting, childhood, and Christian formation in light of current cultural pressures, drawing on recent findings from Science that challenge the modern obsession with early specialization and measurable success. Through a distinctly Christian worldview, they explore how American competitiveness, metrics-driven education, and parental anxiety often crowd out moral development, spiritual maturity, and the biblical call to raise children toward wisdom, virtue, and love of neighbor rather than status or achievement. Nathan and Cameron reflect on Scripture, Christian anthropology, and lived experience to argue that letting kids be kids is not negligence but faithfulness, emphasizing that true success cannot be reduced to trophies, test scores, or bumper stickers but is found in character, humility, joy, and long-term formation under God's providence. This episode is especially relevant for Christians seeking thoughtful theological insight on parenting, discipleship, cultural critique, and how faith shapes everyday decisions in a restless, results-obsessed age.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron engage in a deep theological discussion on the New York MAID Act (Medical Aid in Dying) and what medically assisted suicide means for Christians thinking faithfully about current events. From a Christian bioethics perspective, they explore end-of-life ethics, the sanctity and intrinsic value of human life, and how cultural ideas of autonomy, rights, happiness, and suffering are shaping moral decision-making—even within the church. Drawing on Scripture, Christian tradition, and real-world pastoral experience, Nathan and Cameron examine whether pro-life convictions can remain consistent from birth to death, why assisted suicide is gaining cultural acceptance, and how Christians can recover a robust theology of suffering, death, and hope in the resurrection. This episode is for Christians seeking serious theological reflection on medical ethics, assisted dying laws, and how to live and think Christianly in a rapidly changing society.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this Christmas episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron offer a deep theological reflection on current cultural and institutional collapse through the simple yet profound story of a 94-year-old man planting a Christmas tree he may never see fully grown, using it as a lens to explore Christian hope, generational responsibility, and the calling to build lasting institutions in an uncertain age. Drawing on Scripture, church history, N.T. Wright, cultural criticism, and lived pastoral experience, they examine pessimism, stoicism, technological modernity, and the temptation toward utopian or nationalist solutions, while arguing for a distinctly Christian vision rooted in the Incarnation, Emmanuel, and an “open” universe shaped by divine intervention. This episode challenges believers to reject despair and shallow optimism alike, encouraging faithful investment in churches, communities, and cultural foundations that may outlast us, and inviting Christians who care about theology, culture, and current events to recover a resilient, contagious hope worthy of the gospel.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron engage in a deep theological conversation on Christian hope during Advent, wrestling honestly with the widespread sense of cultural exhaustion, despair, and decline shaping current events in the modern West. Drawing on Scripture, Christian tradition, and contemporary debates involving figures like David French and broader evangelical discourse, they explore the difference between optimism and true Christian hope, asking whether Western culture is in a moral and spiritual “death spiral” or whether that diagnosis misses something essential. Nathan and Cameron argue that biblical hope is not rooted in political solutions, economic progress, or cultural victories, but in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, offering a “living hope” that can coexist with suffering, weakness, and uncertainty. This episode is especially for Christians seeking serious theological reflection on cultural decay, Advent spirituality, moral formation, and how to live faithfully and joyfully in dark times without denial, despair, or false optimism.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Send a question for the boys to answer on the next podcast!Thanks for tuning in all Rockets and Cardinals fans! This is your one stop shop for all info for the Bush's Boca Raton Bowl of Beans! Who's coaching? Who's playing? Who's going to win? Tune in for the latest updates and a pregame breakdown for Toledo vs Louisville! TOL!!

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron offer a deep theological analysis of current events by engaging Daniel Hummel's provocative claim that “secular Protestantism is America's religion,” exploring why both liberal Protestantism and evangelicalism may be declining precisely because of their cultural success. Through thoughtful discussion on sociology of religion, expressive individualism, ecclesiology, and biblical anthropology, Nathan and Cameron examine how Enlightenment values, spiritual individualism, and unintended theological consequences have reshaped Christianity in America. Drawing on insights from Christian Smith, Mere Orthodoxy, and historic Christian doctrine, they contrast liberal Protestantism, evangelicalism, and Pentecostalism while asking whether churches today take themselves seriously as spiritual entities. This conversation is designed for Christians seeking rigorous theological reflection on cultural change, church decline, spiritual hunger, and the future of Christian witness in a post-Christian age.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode, Nathan and Cameron dive deep into one of the most pressing theological questions facing today's church: What happens when worship, sermons, and spiritual formation collide with AI and morally complicated creators? Using provocative thought experiments—like whether Christians would eat fruit from a tree planted by an immoral person—they explore how believers should think about AI-generated worship music, sermons, artistic integrity, and the character of those who shape our spiritual lives. From EDM and emotional engineering to pastoral authenticity, formation, and the “food sacrificed to idols” dilemma, Nathan and Cameron offer rich, intellectually serious Christian commentary on how technology is reshaping worship and the future of the church. Perfect for Christians hungry for deep theology, cultural discernment, and thoughtful engagement with current events.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode, Nathan and Cameron dive deep into the rise of the so-called “ortho bros” and explore why so many young men are converting to Eastern Orthodoxy in today's chaotic cultural moment. Drawing on history, theology, and their own pastoral experience, they analyze Ruth Graham's New York Times article, compare the trend to the Young, Restless, and Reformed movement, and discuss the growing desire among Christians for rootedness, tradition, and doctrinal clarity. This thoughtful conversation challenges reductive explanations of hyper-masculinity and invites viewers into a richer understanding of how ancient Christian traditions speak into modern unrest. Perfect for Christians seeking deep theological reflection, cultural analysis, and Christ-centered insight on current events.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

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In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan Rittenhouse sits down in Kona, Hawaii with Lindsey from the YWAM Countercultural School of Apologetics to unpack one of the biggest questions facing the modern church: how should Christians navigate influencer culture, online discipleship, and the tension between digital convenience and real spiritual formation? Lindsey and Nathan explore the rise of untrained “Christian influencers,” the responsibility of discernment, the longing for embodied community, the need for multi-generational mentorship, and the subtle dangers of intellectual shortcuts in the age of AI and endless content. Their conversation invites believers into deeper thinking, meaningful connection, and a return to slow, faithful discipleship rooted in the local church. Perfect for Christians hungry for thoughtful apologetics, theology, and wisdom for following Jesus in a digital world.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Send a question for the boys to answer on the next podcast!Toledo Volleyball kicks off the first round of the NCAA tournament vs. Indiana! The boys provide a pregame and preview for the upcoming men's and women's basketball schedules through the next week!The boys also discuss possible bowl projections for our Rockets with potential match ups! Please like, share, and subscribe - We appreciate all the listeners!!TOL!!

In this episode, Nathan and Cameron dive into a thought-provoking conversation on how modern media, Hollywood, and even the church have reshaped our attention spans, communication styles, and expectations for depth. In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, they explore why today's films and sermons feel “dumbed down,” how smartphones have changed the way we engage with story and truth, and what Christians should recover from past eras of richer, more thoughtful communication. With cultural analysis, historical insight, and theological reflection, Nathan and Cameron challenge believers to rethink entertainment, discipleship, and the habits shaping our spiritual lives.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In Episode 7, host Deanna Testa sits down with the vibrant and hilarious, Tolú Ekundare (@tolukundare) to spill the tea on what it takes to grow as a modern creator. Tolú shares how she landed two big Netflix shows, the challenges of getting started in the podcasting space, and how she continues to build her own brand while staying her most authentic self. Credits: Host & Creative Producer: Deanna Testa Creative Producer: Elena Maidebura Creative Editor: Larissa Mattei Technical Producer: Mike Weinstein Executive Producer: Richard Stevens    

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan and Cameron dive deep into the “junkification” of modern culture, using Christmas consumerism, cheap mass-produced goods, and the exhaustion of holiday commercialism as a launchpad for a thoughtful theological discussion. They explore whether our growing weariness with stuff is simply aging—or a sign of the times—while unpacking themes of relational poverty, cultural decadence, the loss of craftsmanship, and the ways economic values subtly replace biblical ones. Through humorous stories, honest cultural critique, and rich Christian reflection, Nathan and Cameron challenge believers to resist empty consumerism, rediscover meaningful presence over presents, and pursue a kingdom-shaped understanding of value, relationships, and holiday traditions.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

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In this thought-provoking Thanksgiving episode, Nathan and Cameron dive into the surprising cultural rise of Black Friday, Green Wednesday, and the “cousin walk,” using these trends as a springboard for a deeper Christian examination of family tension, modern fragmentation, and the loss of shared spiritual continuity. Drawing on theology, literature, and pastoral experience, they unpack why holidays have become so difficult for many believers, how radical individualism fuels division, and why the historic Christian practices of feasting, gratitude, and communal life matter more than ever. Nathan and Cameron explore the difference between guilt, gloating, and true thanksgiving; the mystery of receiving God's blessings in a suffering world; and the uniquely Christian capacity to feast with integrity while acknowledging global pain. For Christians craving rich theological discussion, cultural analysis, and practical wisdom for navigating family dynamics during the holidays, this conversation offers a grounded, hopeful vision for recovering gratitude, community, and spiritual depth in a distracted age.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode, Nathan and Cameron dive deep into the theological roots of radical individualism in this thought-provoking episode of Thinking Out Loud, unpacking why the cultural forces shaping the trans movement are best understood through the lens of Western hyper-individualism rather than Marxism. Drawing from Scripture, church history, political philosophy, and personal stories, they challenge Christians to examine the subtle ways individualism forms all of us—and to rediscover a biblical, relational vision of identity rooted in Christ and community. This rich, accessible conversation is ideal for Christians seeking serious theological reflection on current events, cultural tensions, and the church's witness in a fragmented age.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Send a question for the boys to answer on the next podcast!Last home game of the season, come out and support the Rockets and the senior's last game at home! Tune in for Rockets basketball, cross country, and football updates! We give all the info you need for the upcoming game vs Ball State, TOL!!

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan Rittenhouse and Cameron McAllister tackle the phenomenon of fake outrage in Christian culture—using the reaction to Taylor Swift's Life of a Showgirl as a jumping-off point. With deep theological reflection and cultural insight, Nathan and Cameron explore why outrage has become a form of identity-building within the church and beyond, how scapegoating and virtue signaling distort genuine moral concern, and what it means for Christians to live wisely in a world shaped by Babylon and Vanity Fair. This thoughtful conversation challenges believers to pursue discernment, truth, and humility rather than reactionary culture wars. Perfect for Christians seeking intelligent, biblical discussions on faith, culture, and current events.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode of Thinking Out Loud, Nathan Rittenhouse and Cameron McAllister explore whether culture has truly reached “peak trans” — or if the real issue runs much deeper. Through a thoughtful and theological lens, they examine the rise and supposed decline of gender identity politics, uncovering how the modern obsession with self-definition and hyper-individualism reflects a broader spiritual crisis in Western culture. Nathan and Cameron discuss how this cultural moment exposes our longing for meaning, community, and truth, and why followers of Jesus must think beyond headlines to engage with deep cultural currents shaping our world. Perfect for Christians seeking intelligent, biblically grounded conversations about faith, culture, and current events.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In Part 2 of Thinking Out Loud's exploration of “crypto-religious” art, Nathan and Cameron dive deep into the complex relationship between Christianity, culture, and creativity in a post-secular age. Building on their earlier conversation, they examine how artists like David Foster Wallace, Flannery O'Connor, and Walker Percy wrestle with spiritual truth, beauty, and brokenness in ways that challenge both secular and Christian audiences. With thoughtful analysis and honest reflection, Nathan and Cameron ask whether authentic Christian art must always be explicit—or whether ambiguity can reveal deeper theological insight. Perfect for Christians seeking serious, theologically rich discussion on faith, art, and current culture.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

In this episode of Middle East Focus, hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj are joined by MEI Senior Fellow Gönül Tol to discuss democratic backsliding in Turkey under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The conversation explores how Erdoğan's crackdown against Turkey's opposition has reached new heights, with Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and other opposition party officials facing politically motivated charges. At the same time, Erdoğan is attacking opposition media, deepening talks with Kurdish leaders, and strengthening ties with the West — all with, at least in part, an eye to extending his rule beyond 2028. Tol unpacks the government's strategy, the risks to Turkish democracy, and what Erdoğan's growing international prominence means for the country's political future.    Recorded on November 4, 2025.   Read Gönül Tol's analysis of how Erdoğan uses Turkey's role on the global stage to tighten his grip on power here.   Listen to Rethinking Democracy here.