Podcasts about World Gone Mad

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWI'm asking a question that should be easy to answer, but somehow nobody in Washington wants to. Whatever happened to the Republican Party that built its entire identity around fiscal responsibility? After decades of hearing lectures about deficits, government spending, and living within our means, suddenly ninety-five billion dollars is treated like pocket change. Either the math changed…or the message did.Then it gets even stranger. One of the most revealing comments wasn't hidden behind closed doors. It was said out loud. When lawmakers were asked how this massive spending would be paid for, the response was so breathtakingly honest that it may have exposed what this debate has really been about all along. If you've ever wondered whether political principles actually have expiration dates, you won't want to miss this conversation.Then I turn my attention to Senator John Fetterman and the growing speculation that he may walk away from the Democratic Party altogether. After watching his votes, interviews, and public positions over the past couple of years, I have a very different reaction than many Democrats probably expect. Let's just say there won't be any desperate pleas for him to stay.This episode isn't about left versus right. It's about consistency, credibility, and whether principles still matter when the people in power are the ones writing the checks. If politicians are going to spend years preaching one thing and then practice the exact opposite, somebody ought to point it out.If you're tired of political double standards, selective outrage, and watching yesterday's talking points disappear the minute they're no longer convenient, then this episode is for you. Sometimes the most revealing stories aren't about what politicians say. They're about what they suddenly stop saying. Welcome to another episode of A World Gone Mad.You can send me your opinions and comments at: WolfPackTalks@gmail.comIf you've enjoyed the podcast and found it informative, and maybe got a laugh or two, then please contribute to keeping this podcast around. I'm not backed by Corporate media. There is no outside money other than my own wallet so if you could please contribute to the GoFundMe below even a small donation makes a difference.https://gofund.me/5d9a419efAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWDonald Trump delivered another speech. I forced myself to watch every minute of it so you don't have to. Trust me… it wasn't easy. What started as a routine presidential address quickly became something far stranger, filled with grand claims, familiar grievances, and moments that left me wondering whether I was watching politics or pure performance art.From promises that America has never been stronger to declarations about healthcare, the economy, Iran, and election integrity, I break down the speech the way only A World Gone Mad can…with humor, sarcasm, frustration, and a healthy dose of “Did Trump really just say that?” There were moments I laughed, moments I cringed, and several moments where I honestly questioned what country Donald Trump believes he's describing.But beneath the absurdity is something far more serious. Trump's speech quickly shifts from exaggerated claims, to elections, China, classified documents, and the coming midterms. That's where this episode takes a hard turn…from comedy into a discussion about why rhetoric matters, why words have consequences, and why this speech deserves more attention than a quick headline or social media clip.I also ask a question I've been asking this audience for a long time: At what point do we stop shaking our heads and start speaking up? Whether you agree with me, disagree with me, or fall somewhere in between, I want to hear from you. Your voice matters, and silence isn't much of a strategy when the stakes feel this high.Finally, I close on a personal note. It's my birthday weekend, and Natacha and I are stepping away from the lunacy for a couple of days to recharge before returning Monday. Sometimes the healthiest thing we can do is hit pause, spend time with the people we love, and come back ready for whatever insanity is waiting next.If you're looking for another sanitized political recap, this isn't it. If you're looking for sharp commentary, plenty of humor, genuine concern, and an honest reaction to one of the week's most talked-about speeches, then pull up a chair. I'm Jeff Alan Wolf This is A World Gone Mad.You can send me your opinions and comments at: WolfPackTalks@gmail.comAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWLindsey Graham's sudden death should have been a moment for reflection. Instead, it became something else almost immediately. Kash Patel and the FBI got involved.Before the facts had a chance to catch up, the speculation took off at full speed.In today's America, that's becoming the rule instead of the exception.Then came language that should sound familiar to anyone who's paid attention to history. The words may be different. The technology may be different. But the political playbook? That hasn't changed nearly as much as we'd like to believe.What happens when fear becomes a campaign strategy? When political opponents stop being opponents and start being portrayed as enemies hiding in plain sight? America has traveled down this road before, and the similarities are difficult to ignore.I'll explain why I believe Donald Trump is dusting off one of the oldest political playbooks in American history. Trump's calling people “communists”. That's why the phrase “Red Scare” matters far more than most people realize, and why history has a habit of returning with a fresh coat of paint.I'll also take a hard look at another story that's receiving far less attention than it deserves: America's growing missile shortage. As tensions with Iran continue, are we quietly burning through military stockpiles faster than we can replace them? It's a question that could have consequences far beyond the current conflict.This is Episode 251 of A World Gone Mad—where history matters, common sense is trying to have a seat at the table, and asking uncomfortable questions is always welcome.If you've enjoyed the podcast and found it informative, and maybe got a laugh or two, then please contribute to keeping this podcast around. I'm not backed by Corporate media. There is no outside money other than my own wallet so if you could please contribute to the GoFundMe below even a small donation makes a difference.https://gofund.me/5d9a419efAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWSome milestones deserve a celebration. Others deserve a story. Episode 250 is both.What began during a hospital stay as nothing more than an idea has grown into a podcast heard in 108 countries and nearly 1,700 locations around the world. Armed with a microphone and a lifetime in broadcasting, I never imagined that journey would happen, and I certainly never imagined I'd still be here two and a half years later talking about a world that somehow keeps getting even stranger.This isn't just a look back. It's a look at what 250 episodes have taught me about politics, cable news, social media, outrage, common sense, and the remarkable people who keep this country moving forward while the people in charge often seem determined to move it backward.You'll also hear my very first…“STATE OF SANITY” Address, where I hand out grades to Congress, the media, social media, political consultants, pollsters, fact-checkers, conspiracy theorists, and a few others who have definitely earned my attention over the past two and a half years.Most importantly, this episode is about gratitude. To everyone who has listened, agreed, disagreed, challenged me, corrected me, laughed with me, and kept this crazy experiment alive…thank you. You didn't just help me reach Episode 250. You made it possible.So whether you've been here since Episode 1 or you're discovering A World Gone Mad for the very first time, welcome. The microphone is on, my opinions are uncensored, and the next chapter starts right now.If you've enjoyed the podcast and found it informative, and maybe got a laugh or two, then please contribute to keeping this podcast around. I'm not backed by Corporate media. There is no outside money other than my own wallet so if you could please contribute to the GoFundMe below even a small donation makes a difference.https://gofund.me/5d9a419efAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

JOE DENICHOLAS is a dynamic, challenging licensed therapist whose work bridges science, spirituality, and healing. With degrees in electrical engineering, business, and clinical social work, he brings a rare interdisciplinary perspective to both clinical practice and contemplative training.   For more than two decades, Joe has studied Buddhist psychology and trained with renowned meditation masters, helping individuals access deep transformation, clarity, and peace. He has guided hundreds through developing meaningful mindfulness and meditation practices. Earlier in his career, Joe contributed to the global shift toward energy-efficient lighting, earning multiple U.S. patents in integrated-circuit and semiconductor device design as an IC Design Engineer and Semiconductor Technologist.   Today, his work integrates Buddhist psychology in a secular way with modern neuroscience to relieve suffering and unlock the mind's natural capacity for wellbeing. He founded Unbreakable Inc., an organization dedicated to helping people rediscover resilience, goodness, and inner freedom through education, workshops, meditation, and therapy. In 2025, he published "Seeking Sanity:  How to Cultivate Peace, Happiness, and Wellbeing in a World Gone Mad" with Modern Wisdom Press. Joe talks about:   Actionable strategies to move from "getting through" life, to cultivating a life where you thrive in peace, happiness, and fulfillment. Moving beyond coping mechanisms to heal the root cause of affliction rather than addressing the symptoms alone. Why emotional mastery is absolutely critical to the leading of a fully authentic human life full of rich experiences. Why therapy is not nearly as effective as we need it to be given the scope of the mental health problem in today's society. There is no longer any excuse to continue suffering the way we are. Much of the mental health crisis comes down to a collective "learned helplessness." Let's learn how to break that down and engage the effective tools at our disposal. Accessing the lasting peace and happiness that exist within everyone's mind, without obscuring them by relying on external circumstances which leads to anxiety, depression, and ineffective strategies for well-being. Why are ethics so important to happiness, what mistakes are people often making in this area, and why?  What can be done about that? How to cultivate happiness and calm your nervous system in 15 minutes or less. Understanding how your mind has been structured and organized, how this organization obscures the place of peace and happiness, and how it can be reorganized to provide constant access to that peace. Understanding how habits really change and how discipline is actually cultivated.   www.unbreakableinc.com  

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWIn this episode of A WORLD GONE MAD, Democratic voters in New York just sent shockwaves through their own party, and the political establishment suddenly has a brand new problem it didn't see coming.Congress actually managed to agree on a bipartisan housing affordability bill. Then Donald Trump stepped in with an ultimatum that has nothing to do with housing. If you've ever wondered why Americans get so frustrated with Washington, this story may answer that question.The Senate delivers Donald Trump one of its rare bipartisan rebukes, raising new questions about whether his grip on Capitol Hill is beginning to loosen and what that could mean for Washington.And Tucker Carlson says he's leaving the Republican Party after more than three decades. Whether you agree with him or not, his criticism comes from inside the conservative movement, not outside it, and that makes this story impossible to ignore.If politics feels less predictable than ever, you're not imagining it. The alliances are shifting, the old rules aren't working, and the people who were supposed to have all the answers suddenly have a lot of explaining to do.If you've enjoyed the podcast and found it informative, and maybe got a laugh or two, then please contribute to keeping this podcast around. I'm not backed by Corporate media. There is no outside money other than my own wallet so if you could please contribute to the GoFundMe below even a small donation makes a difference.https://gofund.me/5d9a419efAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWThe Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was fixed. Then the fix started breaking. Again.What happens when government tries to solve a simple problem, spends a pile of money doing it, celebrates the solution, and then discovers the solution has problems of its own? Let's just say the story gets bluer from there.Meanwhile, Barack Obama is building something in Chicago that says a lot about how he views leadership, public service, and the future. The project itself is interesting. What it represents may be even more interesting.Then there's a government proposal involving special education oversight and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. A lot of parents are asking questions. Some of those questions are hard to ignore.And finally, a dispute between Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni turns into something neither side can laugh off. What started as a comment quickly became an international headache.From peeling paint to presidential legacies to diplomatic drama, this episode looks at what happens when class, competence, and common sense collide with politics.That's today's insight into A WORLD GONE MAD.Stay hopeful. Stay alert. Remain skeptical. Question everything.If you've enjoyed the podcast and found it informative, and maybe got a laugh or two, then please contribute to keeping this podcast around. I'm not backed by Corporate media. There is no outside money other than my own wallet so if you could please contribute to the GoFundMe below even a small donation makes a difference.https://gofund.me/5d9a419efAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWThe Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool had one job. Hold water and look reflective. Somehow it ended up at the center of a political controversy involving algae, treatment systems, blame shifting, and enough finger-pointing to qualify as an Olympic event.Meanwhile, a brand new international bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Canada is ready to open.Billions of dollars have already been spent, and suddenly people are asking questions about money, influence, political donations, and whether competition's still a wonderful thing when somebody important stands to lose from it.Then there's Senate Republicans, who spent weeks negotiating a compromise designed to help Donald Trump, only to discover that he wasn't entirely on board with the compromise created to help him.At some point Washington starts sounding less like a government and more like a group project where nobody had read the assignment.What's amazing is how often simple things become complicated. A pool becomes a political fight. A bridge becomes a power struggle. A nomination hearing becomes a test of whether Trump's own allies are still willing to change direction every time he changes his mind.The deeper problem isn't ideology. It isn't policy. It's the growing feeling that nobody's driving the bus anymore, and the passengers are being told to stop asking who has the steering wheel.That's today's insight into A WORLD GONE MAD.If you've enjoyed the podcast and found it informative, and maybe got a laugh or two, then please contribute to keeping this podcast around. I'm not backed by Corporate media. There is no outside money other than my own wallet so if you could please contribute to the GoFundMe below even a small donation makes a difference.https://gofund.me/5d9a419efAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

Air Date - 17 June 2026You've played the game. Built a life. Tried the hacks. Maybe even done some therapy. And still—here you are… stressed, anxious, frustrated, and exhausted. The truth is that everything you've tried was built on a lie: That you'll achieve peace and happiness by putting all the puzzle pieces in place or doing more of the same, just better. My guest this week on Destination Unlimited, engineer-turned-therapist Joseph DeNicholas, dismantles the modern myths that have kept you stuck—and offers an honest, refreshingly practical path to overall wellbeing that has transformed his life and the lives of his patients. No fluff. No empty affirmations. Just deep insight, precise practices, and the wake-up call you didn't know you needed. Joseph (Joe) DeNicholas is a dynamic, challenging licensed therapist whose work bridges science, spirituality, and healing. With degrees in electrical engineering, business, and clinical social work, he brings a rare interdisciplinary perspective to both clinical practice and contemplative training.His website is https://unbreakableinc.com/, and he joins me this week to share his path and book, Seeking Sanity: How to Cultivate Peace, Happiness, and Wellbeing in a World Gone Mad.#JosephDeNicholas #VictorFuhrman #DestinationUnlimitedConnect with Victor Fuhrman at https://victorthevoice.com/Visit the Destination Unlimited Show Page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/destination-unlimited/Subscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWIran and America announce a deal. Great news, right? There's just one small problem. The people who negotiated it seem to be describing two different agreements. Before anyone starts celebrating peace, stability, and diplomacy, it might help if everybody could agree on what they actually agreed to.Then things get even stranger. Gavin Newsom says federal agents are knocking on doors looking for information about him and his wife. According to Newsom, they're not investigating a crime. They're looking for one. If that's true, what exactly happened to the idea that evidence comes before the target?And because apparently everything must eventually become about Donald Trump, America's 250th birthday celebration will also include what Trump is calling the most spectacular Trump rally of them all!Complete with Trump branding, Trump messaging, and even Trump's playlist. Somehow the country's birthday has become another campaign event.And finally, Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion. The company says it's about growth, opportunity, and improving the experience for viewers. Sure. Because giant media corporations always spend tens of billions of dollars WITHOUT expecting a little extra influence in return.One deal nobody can explain. One investigation that raises uncomfortable questions. One national celebration that somehow circles back to the same person.And one media acquisition that's supposedly nothing to worry about.That's today's insight into A WORLD GONE MAD.If you've enjoyed the podcast and found it informative, and maybe got a laugh or two, then please contribute to keeping this podcast around. I'm not backed by Corporate media. There is no outside money other than my own wallet so if you could please contribute to the GoFundMe below even a small donation makes a difference.https://gofund.me/5d9a419efAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

Pastor Aaron Carlson preaches Ephesians 5:1-7Support the show

The Vanity of Life Under the Sun Without the Son, Pt. 14Keep Calm and Carry On in a World Gone MadEcclesiastes 9:13–10:20 | King's Chapel Live StreamThe world often feels noisy, chaotic, and completely upside down.Ecclesiastes reminds us that wisdom is better than strength, yet even a little foolishness can cause incredible damage. Under the sun, foolishness seems unavoidable. Corrupt leadership rises. Empty words spread quickly. People chase satisfaction in all the wrong places. And sometimes it feels like the world has lost its mind.So how are we supposed to live faithfully in a world like this?In this message, we are reminded to keep calm and carry on with a wise heart. Scripture calls us to avoid the path of foolishness and to remain steady even when life around us feels unstable.Most importantly, Ecclesiastes points us toward hope. Our confidence is not in human wisdom, political power, or our own efforts. Our hope is in Christ, our true and noble King.Jesus has already won the battle, and one day He will return to make all things right. Until then, we keep walking by faith, trusting that real satisfaction and lasting peace are found in Him alone.If you are tired of the chaos, discouraged by the world around you, or searching for steady ground to stand on, this message is a reminder to stay faithful, stay wise, and keep your eyes on the coming King.There was an internet outage during our live stream, so a few minutes of the sermon may be missing from the recording.Connect with King's Chapel - ▶️ www.kingschapelfl.com▶️ https://www.facebook.com/KingsChapelfl▶️ https://www.instagram.com/kingschapelfl/For the GLORY of our Great GodFor the GOOD of our NeighborEcclesiastes 10 sermon, biblical wisdom for difficult times, Christian hope sermon, trusting God in chaos, keep calm and carry on sermon, King's Chapel Longwood FL, wisdom vs foolishness Bible, return of Christ sermon

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWWhen did lying stop being political spin… and start becoming America's operating system?In this episode, I dive into the growing normalization of misinformation, manufactured outrage, and the dangerous idea that facts no longer matter if your political tribe approves of the story. From Trump's latest claims involving Iran to the broader culture of “just believe whatever the leader says,” this episode asks a very uncomfortable question:What happens when reality itself becomes negotiable?I also get brutally personal about something I know will make some people angry. I explain why I can no longer tolerate hardcore Trump supporters in my personal life even friends, family members, or relationships. Not because of “different opinions,” but because I believe we've crossed into something far darker involving cruelty, extremism, propaganda, and the abandonment of basic moral reasoning.And then… we get to the statue.Donald Trump unveiling a 22-foot monument to himself at Mar-A-Lago might be one of the most absurdly on-brand political moments in modern American history. I break down the ego, the spectacle, the dictator-style imagery, and why this whole thing feels less like democracy and more like a reality show slowly mutating into a monarchy with gold trim.This episode is angry, sarcastic, darkly funny, and completely unfiltered.Welcome back to A World Gone Mad.If you've enjoyed the podcast and found it informative, and maybe sometimes got a laugh or two, then please contribute to keeping this podcast around. I'm not backed by Corporate media. There is no outside money other than my own wallet so if you could please contribute to the GoFundMe below even a small donation makes a difference.https://gofund.me/5d9a419efAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWTuesday's elections revealed something deeper than politics. Americans are exhausted, financially stressed, burned out by nonstop outrage, and increasingly voting out of fear instead of hope. I break down the election results, media hype, economic frustration, and why the country feels one bad news alert away from collectively losing its mind.Then I look at Donald Trump defending plans for a massive new White House ballroom while millions of Americans struggle with gas prices, groceries, rent, and debt. Is it confidence, terrible timing, or Marie Antoinette politics with extra chandeliers? I unpack why the story is hitting such a nerve.And finally, I remember Ted Turner…the media outlaw who changed television forever. CNN. TNT. TBS. Twenty four hour news. Sports. Spectacle. Controversy. Modern media still lives inside the world Ted Turner built, whether we like it or not.A WORLD GONE MAD with me, Jeff Alan Wolf. No spin. No BS. I say it as I see it.If you find my podcast, informative and enjoyable, then please support it.Here is the link directly:https://gofund.me/ad6eeb1afAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

Hello friends! Black rock maverick Bevis Griffin returns to the show for episode 1565! Bevis has pivoted from the music industry into the mental health world as a dual-certified peer specialist providing vital support to incarcerated and unhoused people. He will be the featured speaker at the Metropolitan Breakfast Club's "Clarity is Sublime: Preserving Mental Health in a World Gone Mad" event taking place next Wednesday, May 6th from 7-8:30 AM at Chez Zee on Balcones dr. Tickets are available HERE. Bevis and I have a great conversation about what made him pivot from music to mental health, working with incarcerated people, keeping his own mental health while helping others, the Metropolitan Breakfast Club, tricks to keep your head out of the news, some albums he's helping get released, and much more. Bevis really opened my eyes to what people are going through out there. I hope you get something out of this episode too. Let's get down! Find Bevis on Instagram, Facebook   Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you pod. Go to johnny-goudie.com for all things Johnny.   If you feel so inclined. Venmo: venmo.com/John-Goudie-1  Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie

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We're thrilled to chat with Mark Rubin, Jew of Oklahoma, a multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter whose latest album is Dispatches: Songs from a World Gone Mad. Co-hosts: Jonathan Friedmann & Joey Angel-Field Producer-engineer: Mike Tomren Mark's websitehttps://www.jewofoklahoma.com/ Mark's Bandcamphttps://jewofoklahoma.bandcamp.com/ Museum of the Southern Jewish Experiencehttps://msje.org/ Amusing Jews Merch Storehttps://www.amusingjews.com/merch#!/ Subscribe to the Amusing Jews podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/show/amusing-jews Adat Chaverim – Congregation for Humanistic Judaism, Los Angeleshttps://www.humanisticjudaismla.org/ Jewish Museum of the American Westhttps://www.jmaw.org/ Atheists United Studioshttps://www.atheistsunited.org/au-studios

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWSomething unusual happened in the Texas primary and it should have people paying attention. Democratic voter turnout surged to levels that normally don't happen in midterm cycles. When that kind of participation shows up in a state like Texas, it raises a much bigger question about the political energy building across the country and what it could mean for the races that will decide control of Washington.If momentum like that spreads beyond one state, the ripple effects could be enormous. Several Senate races are already sitting on a political fault line and the balance of power in Washington may be far less stable than it looks right now.Another political problem is brewing inside Washington itself. A Senate hearing involving Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem took a turn that surprised a lot of people when criticism started coming from both Democrats and Republicans. When pressure starts building from both sides of the aisle, the political clock can start ticking very quickly.At the same time the conflict with Iran is creating a second battle back home over how the war is being explained to the public. Pentagon officials insist the mission's working. Reporters are asking a completely different set of questions about where this conflict could lead and how long it could last.Then there's the situation facing Americans trying to leave the Middle East as the conflict grows. Citizens have been told to call a government number if they need help getting out. What some callers say they hear when they reach that number raises serious questions about planning, responsibility, and whether anyone in Washington actually has a real evacuation strategy. Or if anyone in Washington actually cares?The turnout shock in Texas, the growing tension in Washington, and the troubling situation facing Americans overseas are all colliding at the same moment. I dig into what's happening and why it matters.I'm Jeff Alan Wolf and this is A World Gone Mad.What are your thoughts? Please let me know.WolfPackTalks@gmail.comAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWI'm back with another unfiltered episode of A World Gone Mad, and I'm not sugarcoating where I think the country stands right now. I open with a blunt personal reality check about the daily mental grind many Americans are feeling and why, in my view, the political temperature keeps rising instead of cooling off.From there, I zero in on new polling showing Donald Trump's approval sliding with independents ahead of the State of the Union. I break down why middle of the road voters tend to react strongly to instability and why that shift, even if it's early, has both parties quietly paying attention.Next, I turn my focus to Judge Aileen Cannon's latest move involving the special counsel documents case. I walk you through why this ruling is raising eyebrows, what it does and doesn't mean legally, and why public trust continues to take small hits every time high profile cases hit another delay.The episode then pivots south of the border, where cartel violence in parts of Mexico triggered shelter in place warnings affecting Americans on the ground. I connect the dots between the operation that set events in motion, the rapid retaliation that followed, and the broader question of how global instability can escalate fast.I also issue a direct challenge about the WOLF organization. https://joinwolf.org/, explaining who the organization is for and why I believe the moment calls for more voices, not fewer. If you've been listening but staying on the sidelines, this is the time to decide where you stand.I close with a candid message to the Wolfpack about listener feedback, support, and why I keep showing up behind the mic even when the stress is real and the hours are long. If you want straight talk with no spin and no fake outrage, this episode delivers exactly that.Click the link to become a founding member of WOLF. We Oppose Lawless Fascismhttps://joinwolf.org/AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

What does reconciliation look like between people, in the church, and between nations? Check out this message from Pastor Mitchell Shiver.

On today's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about the power of intentionally tuning into nature during crazy times.Most of us would agree that the state of the world right now is…alot. It can feel overwhelming and scary, to say the least, and it's easy to feel completely out of control.One of the best ways to put things into perspective - not to mention regulate our overstimulated nervous systems - is to remember that we are a part of something much, much greater than ourselves.Sometimes a walk in nature is all we need to feel calmer; a cuddle with our cat can bring us back to joy; and noticing the beauty of the flowers or the birds can make us feel more grounded.So if you're feeling upset, scared, or horrified by what's happening in the world, one of the best things you can do is surround yourself with nature - whether that's a walk along the coast, or just popping into your local city park.We sincerely hope you'll find something helpful or interesting in here.Love,Polly & Lucy xDownload 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a FREE 5 minute audio to calm you down in real time. Download The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understanding how well you're breathing right now. Download my energising 5 Minute Morning Practice to get your day started in the best way possible. To find out more about my membership The Inner Space go to: https://www.pollywarren.com/theinnerspaceEmail me at: info@pollywarren.comhttps://www.pollywarren.com/https://www.instagram.com/pollywarrencoaching/

Send us a textOn today's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I are talking about the power of intentionally tuning into nature during crazy times.Most of us would agree that the state of the world right now is…alot. It can feel overwhelming and scary, to say the least, and it's easy to feel completely out of control.One of the best ways to put things into perspective - not to mention regulate our overstimulated nervous systems - is to remember that we are a part of something much, much greater than ourselves.Sometimes a walk in nature is all we need to feel calmer; a cuddle with our cat can bring us back to joy; and noticing the beauty of the flowers or the birds can make us feel more grounded.So if you're feeling upset, scared, or horrified by what's happening in the world, one of the best things you can do is surround yourself with nature - whether that's a walk along the coast, or just popping into your local city park.We sincerely hope you'll find something helpful or interesting in here.Love,Polly & Lucy x Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Join my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Download my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWThis episode opens with a simple demand that keeps getting avoided when power uses lethal force. Tell the truth. Not the press release version. Not the after the fact justification. The truth that comes from reports, witness calls, and what actually happened in the moments that mattered.The Renee Good shooting is examined through that lens. What was claimed versus what was documented. What witnesses described versus what officials emphasized. When those accounts don't line up, the gap isn't an accident. It's the point where scrutiny is supposed to begin, not end.This isn't about speculation or outrage for its own sake. It's about accountability and how quickly it disappears when authority decides the story is closed. Once lethal force is used, the narrative hardens fast. Questions get labeled inconvenient. Doubt gets treated like disloyalty.The episode then shifts to a moment that feels impossible until you see it. Donald Trump collecting a Nobel Peace Prize moment. The context is strange. The visual is weird. It forces you to stop and ask what the hell is going on.Taken together, these stories reveal the same problem. Control of the narrative matters more than responsibility. Image matters more than consequences. And the public is expected to accept both without protest.A World Gone Mad reaches a new level of madness with the stories in this episode.At the start of this episode I talked about the major financial upheaval that my girlfriend and I are going through since this last Friday.If you can, and you would like to help, here's the link: Also please share this link with others.https://gofund.me/a7dbfc375AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWIn this episode of A World Gone Mad, I'm talking about what happens when accountability starts to quietly slip away and the public is told to accept official answers without real scrutiny. Recent developments suggest that something fundamental's shifting, and not in a reassuring direction.I begin with the shooting in Minnesota, where Renée Nicole Good was killed during a federal immigration enforcement action and serious questions are being raised about who's allowed to investigate what happened. The response from authorities has triggered concerns about oversight, jurisdiction, and how quickly control of a deadly incident can be locked down.This isn't a conversation about political sides or policy slogans. It's about process, authority, and what it means when transparency narrows instead of expands after someone's killed.I then turn to Washington and growing alarm over the future of FEMA, the agency tasked with responding when disasters strike. Behind-the-scenes decisions could significantly alter how prepared the country is when the next emergency hits.When disaster response is treated as a budget line instead of a lifeline, the consequences don't show up immediately, but they always show up eventually. Delays, gaps, and failures tend to surface at the worst possible moment.This episode looks at how power, oversight, and preparedness intersect, and why it matters when systems designed to protect the public begin to weaken at the same time.I also talked about the major financial upheaval that my girlfriend and I are going through since this last Friday.If you can, and you would like to help, here's the link:https://gofund.me/a7dbfc375AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

Mark Rubin, Jew of Oklahoma is an Okie making music that’s mostly Americana and Bluegrass with a hint of Klezmer, Eastern European, and Middle Eastern flavors. His songs are often political, seeking to reach people’s hearts and minds with messages of conscience.  His new album is Dispatches: Songs from a World Gone Mad. Mark is a direct communicator.  Talking with him, listening to his music, one never has to wonder what he’s saying, he is as clear as a bell in his messaging.  His intentions shine brightly! Musically he’s about as down home as you’re going to find anywhere. • Mark Rubin on YouTube Music by: Mark Rubin The post Mark Rubin – “Dispatches: Songs from a World Gone Mad” appeared first on Paradigms Podcast.

On today's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about the power of intentionally tuning into nature during crazy times.Most of us would agree that the state of the world right now is…alot. It can feel overwhelming and scary, to say the least, and it's easy to feel completely out of control.One of the best ways to put things into perspective - not to mention regulate our overstimulated nervous systems - is to remember that we are a part of something much, much greater than ourselves.Sometimes a walk in nature is all we need to feel calmer; a cuddle with our cat can bring us back to joy; and noticing the beauty of the flowers or the birds can make us feel more grounded.So if you're feeling upset, scared, or horrified by what's happening in the world, one of the best things you can do is surround yourself with nature - whether that's a walk along the coast, or just popping into your local city park.We sincerely hope you'll find something helpful or interesting in here.Love,Polly & Lucy xDownload 15 Breaths to Calm Anxiety - a FREE 5 minute audio to calm you down in real time. Download The Breath Check-Up - your FREE guide to understanding how well you're breathing right now. Download my energising 5 Minute Morning Practice to get your day started in the best way possible. To find out more about my membership The Inner Space go to: https://www.pollywarren.com/theinnerspaceEmail me at: info@pollywarren.comhttps://www.pollywarren.com/https://www.instagram.com/pollywarrencoaching/

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWThis is not the usual Wednesday WTF episode. With Christmas Eve and Christmas Day landing right in the middle of the week, this episode takes a different approach. It is about showing up, staying consistent, and acknowledging the moment without pretending the world suddenly stopped being complicated.As the holidays arrive, the pressure people are feeling has not gone away. The economy still weighs heavily on families. Poll after poll shows frustration building. People are asking for real attention to real problems, not slogans or dismissal, and that tension is part of the backdrop we are all carrying into this season.There is also the growing unease around trust. Promises of transparency feel thin. Explanations feel incomplete. Confidence in institutions continues to erode, and once credibility is lost, it does not stay contained to one issue. It spreads and it changes how people view everything.This episode is about stepping back without checking out. It is about taking a breath even while the noise keeps coming. It is a reminder that pausing is not surrender, and that preserving yourself is sometimes the most responsible thing you can do.And if you are spending the holidays alone, this episode speaks to you as well. You are not invisible and you are not forgotten. Wherever you are emotionally as the year winds down, this is a moment to ground yourself before stepping back into a world that is not done testing any of us.To all the Wolfpack listeners around the world…A VERY happy holiday to you!AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWIn this episode I focus on a major decision involving offshore wind projects already under construction along the East Coast and why the sudden halt has set off alarm bells well beyond the energy world. These were not future proposals but active projects with money workers and infrastructure already in place.I look at what this move means for jobs regional power demand and electricity costs and why states that were counting on these projects now face serious uncertainty. The explanation offered by the Trump administration raises questions that deserve closer attention.I also turn to the Justice Department's release of Epstein related files and why the response has been anything but settled. After months of anticipation the release has intensified scrutiny instead of quieting it.The issue is not just what was made public but how it was handled. Shifting redactions missing context and confusion around released materials have angered lawmakers survivors and legal observers across party lines.I talk about why these reactions matter and what they suggest about unresolved accountability and trust in institutions that claim transparency while controlling what the public is allowed to see.When decisions like these are made and explained this way, the effects do not end with a press cycle. They carry forward into jobs, energy costs, legal accountability, and whether the public believes the system is working for them or protecting itself.This is A World Gone Mad. I'm Jeff Alan Wolf.If you'd like to contribute with a small donation to my podcast before the holidays it would be appreciated.As I've said multiple times, this is purely optional. But every little donation truly helps.here is the link: https://ko-fi.com/aworldgonemadAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWIn this episode of A World Gone Mad, I cover three separate developments that together paint a disturbing picture of where power, accountability, and public institutions are heading.I begin with the Kennedy Center. A national cultural institution created as a memorial to President John F Kennedy has become the focus of a sudden and controversial shift. What's happening raises serious questions about ownership, legacy, and whether anything public is still treated as untouchable.I then turn to the U.S. military, where legal guidance and chain-of-command expectations are colliding in a way that deserves public attention. The language being used sounds calm and procedural, but the implications reach deep into how unlawful orders are handled and who bears responsibility when lines are crossed.This isn't about theory or hypotheticals. It's about how silence can be encouraged without ever being formally ordered, and what that means inside institutions built on accountability.I also address a recent televised address to the nation delivered by the president. The speech was framed as significant, and I walk through why its structure, delivery, and internal contradictions matter in ways that go beyond ordinary political disagreement.These stories are not identical, but they connect. Each one involves authority, pressure, and the reshaping of norms that once felt fixed.This episode doesn't offer comfort or easy conclusions. It asks what we are being trained to accept, and what happens if we stop questioning it.This is A World Gone Mad. I'm Jeff Alan Wolf.If you'd like to contribute with a small donation to my podcast before the holidays it would be appreciated.As I've said multiple times, this is purely optional. But every little donation truly helps.here is the link: https://ko-fi.com/aworldgonemadAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWOn this WTF Wednesday episode of A World Gone Mad, I take a hard look at a decision in Congress that is about to hit millions of people where it hurts most. This is not an accident and it is not bad timing. Washington knew this healthcare deadline was coming and leadership chose to let it happen anyway. When premiums rise and coverage becomes harder to afford, that outcome will be the result of a deliberate choice.I walk through a House fight over ACA healthcare relief that should have been straightforward and was anything but. This is not about party slogans or cable news noise. It is about who controls the process and what happens when leadership refuses to let the system do what it is supposed to do. A vote matters, and when votes are blocked, accountability disappears with them.What makes this moment impossible to ignore is who pushed back and how far things escalated. Quiet negotiations happened. Warnings were issued. Even unlikely voices inside Congress said this was going too far. When those efforts failed, lines were crossed that almost never get crossed, and that tells you everything about how boxed in some lawmakers have become.This episode is really about power and how it is being used. This is not gridlock and it is not confusion. It is leadership deciding that protecting control matters more than protecting people. When the process itself is shut down, regular Americans are the ones left absorbing the consequences while Washington pretends it is all normal.In the second half of the show, I turn to a closed door Judiciary confrontation involving Jack Smith. This is not about transparency or routine oversight. It is about pressure, intimidation, and the signal being sent to anyone who might consider enforcing the law against powerful figures. I explain why this moment matters far beyond one hearing room and why it should concern anyone who still believes the rule of law is supposed to apply evenly.What ties both stories together is the same sickness running through the system. Accountability is treated like a threat and loyalty is treated like a requirement. When enforcing the law becomes dangerous and preventing harm becomes optional, something fundamental is broken.This is A World Gone Mad. I say the things others will not because the truth does not need permission, and the consequences of silence are already landing on the people who can least afford them.The holidays are rapidly approaching.And, if you'd like to help support this podcast with a small donation before the holiday's…here's the link: https://ko-fi.com/aworldgonemadAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

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SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWThis episode opens with the Trump administration pushing a new round of immigration crackdowns, and the atmosphere around it is already tense. DHS and ICE are moving with a level of force that immediately raises questions about what they are planning and how far they intend to go. Communities can feel the pressure even before the details become clear.You will hear how Trump's own words are fueling the moment. When the president speaks about immigrants with language that strips away dignity, the entire system absorbs that hostility. It shapes how agencies behave. It shapes how supporters react. It shapes the country's understanding of who is being targeted and why.There is also a disturbing development tied to the Epstein investigation. House Democrats released new material from the island, and it forces a fresh look at the people, money, and influence connected to that place. The new evidence opens doors that many in power hoped would stay shut.Another part of the episode brings you into the White House where Trump once again tries to present himself as strong and sharp. What happens in that setting tells its own story. Trump's behavior inside a Cabinet meeting becomes impossible to ignore and raises real questions about his leadership and his awareness at the highest level.The larger picture is a country being pushed and pulled by extreme decisions made inside Washington. DHS is pushing aggressive operations. The FBI is making unusual public statements. Congress is releasing sensitive material that rattles long protected circles of power. The pieces collide in a way that leaves people wondering who is actually steering the country.Listeners will recognize the frustration that runs through all of this. The constant tension. The feeling that every move from the administration adds another layer of uncertainty to daily life. Many people are tired of bracing for whatever comes next.This episode exposes the chaos created by Trump, the agencies moving under his direction, and the institutions forced to react. It pulls back the curtain and sets the stage for what you are about to hear on A World Gone Mad.Also, if you'd like to help support this podcast financially with a small donation before the holiday's…here is the link: https://ko-fi.com/aworldgonemadAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

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SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWSomething big was supposed to happen this week. Leaders promised it. Headlines pushed it. Supporters waited for the moment the truth would finally drop. Instead the country watched the entire build up collapse into silence and excuses.The episode opens with a look at the distance between what powerful people say and what they actually deliver. Cameras roll. Statements fly. The public braces for impact. Then the moment arrives and absolutely nothing materializes.From there the focus shifts to a quiet crisis hitting ordinary people who are simply trying to book a place to stay. Listings look perfect. Photos look flawless. The trip seems set. Then the traveler shows up and learns the entire thing was an illusion designed to take their money.Victims are left stranded and stunned. Seniors lose the trip they saved for. Students lose the little they managed to put aside. Companies promise to investigate but those promises do not rebuild plans that vanished overnight.Another story unfolds in a completely different corner of daily life. Portions are shrinking at places that claim nothing has changed. Bags look lighter. Boxes look thinner. Plates show up with portions so small you wonder if half the meal went missing on the way to the table.The trend is spreading and the explanations never match the reality in front of people. Friendly phrases hide smaller servings. Prices stay the same while the product quietly erodes. It is a small thing that points to a much bigger pattern.All of these threads connect. Empty promises at the top. Quiet tricks in the middle. Smaller portions everywhere except the excuses. Each piece reveals the same message disguised in a different part of the news cycle.And because it is the Friday show the episode still lands on the edge of sanity with a real story that sounds completely impossible until you hear it. A moment that lets you exhale before the weekend begins.If you enjoy the podcast and want to help keep this independent show going through the year I would be grateful for your support. Every contribution no matter the amount helps me cover the real costs behind producing A World Gone Mad.Your listenership already means everything. There is never any obligation to give. But if you choose to donate it truly helps sustain the podcast and allows me to keep bringing you honest commentary with no corporate filter.If you'd like to help, here's the link: https://ko-fi.com/AWorldGoneMadAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ecclesiastes 10 & 11 preached on November 16th as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus In Ecclesiastes"

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWIn this episode of A World Gone Mad the week swings from comedy to chaos faster than a campaign promise. The Pentagon is locked and loaded and somehow waiting on emotional permission first. Global defense now looks more like a mood swing than a strategy.The fate of a war and the credibility of US power hang on whether one man wakes up cranky. Tomahawks sit ready to launch while leadership remains stuck in a holding pattern somewhere between ego and golf day.Congress is back at it with shutdown roulette while SNAP benefits vanish and lawmakers head home for the weekend. The people who fund the budget have once again forgotten to fund the country.This is about the difference between policy and priorities. We can write billion dollar checks for weapons that have not fired yet but cannot fund a fridge for families who need dinner tonight. Hypocrisy has a flag pin and a permanent seat in Washington.Then comes America's new obsession with nuclear nostalgia. Testing the same weapons that once defined the Cold War is not progress. It is a dangerous form of déjà vu dressed up as deterrence.To balance the madness the episode ends with News From the Edge of Sanity a few offbeat stories that prove the world is still ridiculous enough to laugh at. From courtroom surprises to small town politics with fur and horns absurdity is alive and thriving.It all ends with a simple reminder for the Wolfpack. Stay skeptical. Stay focused. But most of all stay hopeful.You can email me at:WolfPackTalks@gmail.comAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWThe Calm Before the Storm… America on Edge Before It Breaks?Something's stirring behind the headlines. You can feel it even if you can't name it. The air feels still but heavy, like the country is holding its breath.My first story I talk about is getting headlines from other podcasts, but they're using it to be sensationalistic instead of telling the truth.I'm not talking about rumor. I'm talking about what's actually happening behind the scenes and why it matters more than people realize.Then this episode takes a sharp turn. Out of nowhere, Donald Trump talks about a “perfect MRI.” Perfect, he says. At Walter Reed. You'll hear what that means, why it matters, and what the cameras in Japan showed right after.It's one of those weeks where nothing seems huge yet everything feels off. A government shutdown that drags on. A country pretending everything's fine. A storm building just below the surface.This isn't about panic. It's about paying attention before the next shock hits.If you've been feeling that strange pressure lately, like something's coming but no one will say it out loud, you'll get it the moment you listen.This is WTF Wednesday on A WORLD GONE MAD.The calm before the storm is here.Let me hear from you:WolfPackTalks@gmail.comAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWA former national security hawk faces the same law he once defended.Justice or payback? I dig into what the charges really reveal.Washington loves to preach accountability until the spotlight turns inward.What happens when power starts feeding on itself?Across the ocean, Ukraine's president comes to the White House looking for clarity.He leaves with promises, photo ops, and more questions than answers.Tomahawk missiles, diplomacy, and déjà vu.I break down the mixed messages that define America's foreign policy.Back home, people fill the streets with three words that say everything.NO KINGS ALLOWED!Governors call up troops. Marchers call out hypocrisy.And democracy gets its latest stress test in real time.Three stories, one thread. Power, protest, and the price of pretending.Then I switch gears with News From The Edge of Sanity,the segment where the absurd and the unbelievable take center stage.A few stories so bizarre you'll laugh, shake your head,and wonder how this planet keeps spinning.This definitely is A World Gone Mad.AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWHe said it out loud.Donald Trump told reporters he's willing to use the Insurrection Act, a 200-year-old law designed for rebellion and war, to turn the United States military inward. Against us. Against his own people.The language isn't subtle anymore. It's deliberate. It's calculated. And if you're paying attention, it's terrifying. Because this isn't about restoring order, it's about control. Once an authoritarian starts using the word troops in the same sentence as citizens, history has already given us the ending.In this episode I break down why Trump's words matter, what invoking the Insurrection Act would actually mean, and how close America might be to crossing a line we can't uncross.But I don't stop there. I'm giving you seven real steps, not slogans, not hashtags, to push back. To prepare. To stay grounded while the country tilts off balance.Because shouting into the void doesn't change a thing. Strategy does. Awareness does. Action does.And if we don't use every ounce of it right now, it may be too late to use it at all.This is A World Gone Mad.And tonight I'm not holding back.Speak up send me your thoughts:WolfPackTalks@gmail.comAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWSomething strange is happening in America's airports.Screens that were once filled with weather updates and flight times are showing something very different now. The kind of message that makes you pause mid-stride and question who exactly is writing the script.And across the country, new voices are returning to old positions of power.Some are back to settle scores. Some are rewriting the rules of justice itself.And the people who once held them accountable are suddenly the ones being hunted.Meanwhile, familiar faces keep reappearing in the places where peace and profit blur together.They walk the same corridors, repeat the same promises, and act as if the last chapter never happened. The world remembers. They do not.Far from those corridors of influence, one sudden burst of online noise sent the global markets tumbling.Not a natural disaster, not a war, not a policy shift. Just a few words from the one man who can still rattle the entire planet before lunch.It all happened within days. Four stories. Four signs that reason itself may be on a permanent layover.Government screens pushing messages. Justice reshaped by revenge.Old players staging their return. And power so fragile that one post can move the world's money.This is not fiction. This is America in real time.Welcome to A World Gone Mad.Email me your comments and thoughts:WolfPackTalks@gmail.comOr leave your voicemail 24 hours seven days a week toll-free:833-399-9653AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

TODAY'S TREASUREBy faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in holy fear built an ark to save his family. By his faith, he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness that comes by faith.Hebrews 11:7 (also see Genesis 6:1–22)Send us a comment!Support the show

It's episode 420, Dear Listener, and we must be high to laugh this hard. This week, we explore the unusual topic of Straight Male Gaycationing, RFK's latest vac-attack, and everyone's favorite, the World Gone Mad. Add in a lil teenagers behaving badly, low bladder control and profoundly felt love, and you've got yourself a podcast.   

Send us a textCBS turned a weekend golf tournament into a living eulogy for commentator Ian Baker Finch while simultaneously covering Cameron Young's first PGA Tour victory, creating an awkward juxtaposition that diminished Young's accomplishment.• IBF received an extended farewell after 19 years at CBS with constant tributes throughout the broadcast• Cameron Young's victory and impressive golf was overshadowed by the IBF celebration• Young's victory lacked the typical family celebration moment, with a noticeably uncomfortable post-win interview• The recent firing of Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erica McIntarfer demonstrates how messengers get punished for delivering unwelcome data• An awkward diplomatic exchange revealed a lack of basic preparation when the Liberian President was complimented on his English - which is his country's official language• Memory recall works differently for different people, with many finding multiple-choice recognition easier than fill-in-the-blank recallSupport the showSpotify Apple podcastsAmazon Music all other streaming services

What kind of life do you expect God to give his most faithful followers? In Pastor Mike's last message from the book of Daniel, he explores your expectations of God through the story of Daniel in the lions' den. Drawing from Daniel's story, he helps you understand the importance of having unwavering faith—because you can expect both blessings and hardship when obeying God. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

What happens when you have to choose between pleasing others and staying true to your biblical faith? In Pastor Mike's second message from the book of Daniel, he uses the story of the three men in the fiery furnace to encourage you as you face your own tough decisions: What happens when you disappoint people by choosing to prioritize your faith? Learn how putting God first can reshape your life. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

The societal pressures to conform to the way the world does things can be overwhelming. But Jesus calls us to be in the world, not of it. In this first message from Pastor Mike's new series from the book of Daniel, he encourages you to stand firm in your faith against the pressures to go along with cultural beliefs and behaviors that are not biblical. Using the story of Daniel and his friends, he teaches how to resolve living out your faith. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson preview the next sermon series that looks at the book of Daniel. They explore how Daniel faced immense challenges—from assimilation pressures to standing firm against idolatry. They highlight Daniel's unwavering faith, humility, and courage as powerful examples for Christians today living in a world that often feels chaotic and hostile to truth. The discussion also connects Daniel's story to practical issues like setting spiritual boundaries, engaging with non-Christians, and balancing grace with conviction, encouraging listeners to embody faithfulness and love amid cultural upheaval.Pastor Mike also mentions the new book that accompanies this sermon series: "God Understands: Encouragement From the Book of Daniel" by Pastor Jeremy Mattek. This 22-day study reveals how God sovereignly and compassionately cares for you, even when you can't see his hand at work. Starting Sunday, June 1, you can request your copy with your gift to the ministry at timeofgrace.org. About "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny": Have you ever had questions you wanted to ask a pastor but felt silly or embarrassed to ask them? Questions about taboo topics like sex, politics, porn, IVF, and mental illness? Well, there's a podcast for that! Hear how Pastor Mike Novotny from Time of Grace answers some real questions from people just like you, giving thoughtful, biblical answers that point people back to Jesus.Find even more questions at timeofgrace.org/tabooquestions.You can also order Pastor Mike's book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About but Don't" at taboobook.org.

On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," author Israel Ellis joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to analyze the rise in antisemitism following Hamas' October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, discuss the "foreign policy fraud" affecting the political landscape of the Middle East, and explain how anti-Western ideology is infecting American institutions. You can find Ellis' book The Wake Up Call: Global Jihad and the Rise of Antisemitism in a World Gone MAD here. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code FEDERALIST at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: http://incogni.com/federalist

President Trump welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House to discuss a second phase of a ceasefire deal with Hamas and the return of Israeli hostages from Gaza. The meeting also highlighted Trump's controversial proposal for the U.S. to take over and "own" the Gaza Strip. Newt’s guest is Israel Ellis, author of "The Wake Up Call: Global Jihad and the Rise of Antisemitism in a World Gone MAD." They discuss the significance of Netanyahu's visit, Trump's unwavering support for Israel, and the broader implications for peace and security in the Middle East. Ellis emphasizes the need for a tough stance against terrorism, the importance of education in eradicating hate, and the potential for Gaza to become a prosperous region. They also discuss the alarming rise of antisemitism on American campuses and the broader geopolitical challenges facing Israel and the Jewish community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.