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45:06

Canada Is a Warning to America

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2026/09/21

Dr. D. Millard Haskell joins Conversations That Matter to explain what happened to Christianity's influence in Canada and why Americans should pay attention.Haskell, a sociologist and author of Christ or Collapse: The Case Against Godless Government, argues that the evidence points toward the social benefits of traditional Christianity. His research led him from liberal Christianity toward a conviction that Christian norms produce greater stability and flourishing.The conversation then turns to

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48:17

Why Christians Should Vote Republican in the Midterms

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2026/09/18

The 2026 midterms are approaching, and there is growing pressure on conservatives to sit out elections, reject Republican candidates, or pursue some kind of political accelerationism because Republicans have not accomplished everything conservatives hoped they would.In this episode of Conversations That Matter, I make the case for why Christian conservatives should generally vote Republican in the midterms, while also explaining why voting is not a substitute for the much more important work of

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62:25

Did Covenant College Put Woke Away?

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2026/09/16

In this episode of Conversations That Matter, I examine the Presbyterian Church in America, Covenant College, and the broader question of whether Christian institutions are actually moving away from the ideas associated with the social justice movement or simply giving them new names.I begin with several pieces of evangelical news, including the latest Southern Baptist compensation data for pastors and staff, the PCA's decision concerning Burke Parsons, and a complaint involving the Missouri

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82:37

News Roundup: The Politics of Race, Immigration, and...

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2026/09/14

In this news roundup, I look at the controversy surrounding H-1B visas, the viral University of Texas football footage, and the argument over immigration, assimilation, race, culture, and the future of American identity. I also revisit the Lindsay Clancy jury and what the case reveals about the way people increasingly interpret moral questions through racial categories.Then we get to Tucker Carlson and Abdul El-Sayed. What does it mean when prominent figures on the Right begin backing or defending

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31:17

25 Years After 9/11: What Happened to America?

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2026/09/11

Twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, what has happened to the country that came together in the aftermath of the attacks?In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris reflects on his memories of 9/11 as a twelve-year-old living north of New York City, the fear and patriotism that followed, and the way the attacks transformed American politics and culture.He discusses the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the growth of the surveillance state, declining trust in government and other

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55:31

Is the West Dying Out? The Demographic Crisis Explained

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2026/09/09

Are white people really dying out? Is the West facing demographic collapse? And why are birth rates falling throughout the developed world?In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris is joined by statistician William M. Briggs to examine the numbers behind population decline, fertility rates, demographic change, and the future of Western civilization.William Briggs discusses his experience in academia, supporting Donald Trump in 2016, and eventually being canceled by Cornell. The

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129:35

News Roundup: Christian Persecution, Online Right...

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2026/09/08

In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris tackles a wide-ranging news roundup touching on Christian persecution, the future of the American right, immigration, Islam, JD Vance, and the growing tensions within conservative politics.Jon begins with the 2026 Open Doors World Watch List and the persecution of Christians around the world, with particular attention to Nigeria and the question of how Christians in America should think about helping persecuted believers while also maintaining

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59:03

The Lindsay Clancy Case and the Crisis of Empathy

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2026/09/03

What is happening to American women?In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris sits down with Bethany Miller to discuss the Lindsay Clancy case, toxic empathy, social media, the radicalization of Gen Z, and the growing divide between young men and women.The conversation begins with the surprising public response to the Lindsay Clancy trial and asks a larger question: Why are so many people responding to serious moral questions through identification, victimhood, and emotional

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61:24

The Rise of the Online Right with Scott Greer

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2026/09/02

Scott Greer joins Conversations That Matter to explain the rise of the online right and how it transformed American conservatism.Drawing from his new book White Pill: The Online Right and the Making of Trump's America, Greer walks through the history of the alt-right, the rise of Donald Trump, the influence of Tucker Carlson and Charlie Kirk, the political upheavals of 2020, and the growing influence of online-right ideas within mainstream conservatism.We also discuss why young conservatives

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62:41

The Curse of Ham: What Does Genesis Actually Say?

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2026/08/31

The Curse of Ham is a theological idea that has been used throughout history in attempts to explain slavery, racial distinctions, and even racial hierarchy. But what does the biblical text actually say?In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines Genesis 9 and the historical interpretations surrounding Ham and Canaan. Was Ham actually cursed? What was Ham's sin? Does the text support the increasingly popular maternal incest theory? Why was Canaan cursed instead of Ham? And

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67:58

News Roundup: Christian Nationalism, #churchtoo, G3...

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2026/08/27

What is happening in the Christian world right now?In this news roundup, Jon Harris covers a wide range of stories affecting Christians, including the collapse of the G3 Church Network, Phil Johnson's recent comments on Christian nationalism, a controversial surrogacy battle, Skillet's decision to drop its opening act, the Protestant Accountability website, and the death of Dolly Parton.We also discuss whether Christians should be more politically involved, the relationship between political

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27:59

Why Are People Attacking This Family?

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2026/08/25

A controversial family photo went viral on X, and the reaction exposed something deeper than an argument over adoption.Why were some people who consider themselves conservative accusing a Christian family of betraying their own race because they adopted two children? Why did people read sinister motives into an ordinary family photograph? And what does this reveal about the direction of the online Right?In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines the controversy surrounding a

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36:32

The Fall of G3 Ministries and the End of an Era

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2026/08/21

This episode examines the controversy surrounding G3 Ministries, the allegations involving Pastor Tom Buck, the resignation of Ethan Jago, and the broader decline of a once influential institution within Reformed evangelicalism.The episode begins with audio from Pastor Matt Sykes of Praise Mill Baptist Church, the flagship church associated with G3 Ministries, discussing an impending article from Protestia. From there, we examine the controversy surrounding Tom Buck, including questions about sermon

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96:04

News Roundup: The Internet Is Not Real Life, The...

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2026/08/19

In this News Roundup, Jon Harris examines the Florida gubernatorial Republican primary and what the results reveal about the growing disconnect between online political influence and actual voters.The conversation then moves beyond Florida to the condition of the Bible Belt, the decline of Southern culture, the rise of socialism within the Democratic Party, and the question of whether the Christian influence of the South is really disappearing.Jon also discusses evangelical news, AI and Christian

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43:30

The Christian Vote Could Decide the Midterms | Troy...

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2026/08/18

This week on Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris sits down with Troy Miller, president and CEO of the National Religious Broadcasters, for a wide-ranging conversation about the upcoming midterms and the role of Christian voters.Miller discusses the dynamics shaping the 2026 elections, the growing divisions on both the right and left, the changing priorities of Christian conservatives, and why moral issues such as abortion, family, and sexual ethics should not disappear from the political

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20:40

America Is Losing Its Hunters. Here's Why That Matters

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2026/08/17

America is losing its hunters.The number of Americans who hunt has been declining for decades, and that trend raises questions that go far beyond hunting itself. What happens to conservation when fewer people hunt? What happens to our relationship with land, animals, food, and the outdoors? And what does the disappearance of hunting tell us about the broader changes taking place in American culture?In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines the decline of hunting in America

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28:07

The Candace Owen's Debate

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2026/08/15

In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines what happens when truth becomes a team sport. Why are we so quick to defend our political or ideological side, even when the facts may point elsewhere? We look at tribalism, bias, and the growing difficulty of pursuing truth in an increasingly polarized culture.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out:

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67:33

Did Martin Luther Inspire the Holocaust?

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2026/08/13

n this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines one of the most controversial questions surrounding Martin Luther: Did Luther’s writings inspire Adolf Hitler and the Holocaust?Luther unquestionably wrote deeply troubling things about Jews later in his life, particularly in On the Jews and Their Lies. But the historical story is considerably more complicated than simply drawing a straight line from Luther to Hitler.We look at Luther’s earlier writings and his efforts to evangelize

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35:36

The Problem With Thomas Sowell's “Black Rednecks” Thesis

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2026/08/12

Thomas Sowell is one of the thinkers I have recommended for years, particularly for his criticism of simplistic explanations for racial disparities. But I think one of the central arguments in Black Rednecks and White Liberals does not hold up as well as many conservatives assume.In this reaction, I respond to Hunter Matz's discussion of Sowell's thesis on the Joe Rogan Experience and examine the argument that Southern “redneck” culture was largely responsible for the cultural problems of

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52:35

Are You Really Disqualified From Pastoral Ministry?

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2026/08/10

This episode tackles one of the most difficult questions surrounding pastoral ministry: Can a man who has committed serious sin ever become, or return to, the pastorate?After my conversation with Justin Peters on pastoral qualifications and permanent disqualification, several men reached out to say that they were afraid they could never become pastors because of sins in their past. At the same time, there are men occupying pulpits who have no business being there.So where is the line?We examine the

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