“Stephen is always concise, clear, and respectful with his thoughts and I can’t wait for each new episode to come out.”

– iTunes Reviewer

  • No, the world’s not coming to an end. But economic turmoil is always a real possibility. Fortunately, it’s something we can prepare for and protect ourselves from. In this episode, Stephen shares practical tips to help get your family on firm footing. Learn about “The Grandmother Strategy,” the connection between generosity and prosperity, and a behavior Stephen calls the “key to wealth.”

    Published on May 16, 2018

  • There’s been a trend of recent decades toward trying to personally destroy the people that we cannot defeat politically. In this episode, Stephen discusses why this trend is toxic to democracy. He also shares a story about the first time he saw it happen in 1987, as well as how the politics of personal destruction affected one of his friends.

    Published on May 9, 2018

  • In 2015, Stephen recorded a podcast about why men engage in extramarital affairs. It was widely discussed and helped a great many men and marriages. Because of the huge impact this episode has had, we’re re-airing it this week. Men, even if you can’t imagine yourself becoming involved in an affair, you need to listen to this episode. Women, this episode may shed some light on the flawed male psychology behind extramarital affairs.
    This episode originally aired on August 26, 2015.

    Published on May 2, 2018

  • History is not led by by the majority, but by the dedicated minority. And that minority is often led by one man of character – one man who inspires the people while embodying their hopes and values. In this episode, Stephen honors one such man, United States Secretary of Defense Gen. James Mattis, “The Warrior Monk.”

    Published on April 25, 2018

  • We see the horrific use of chemical weapons in places like Syria and sometimes think, “It’s happening there, and it’s terrible, but it’s not happening here.” Without trying to incite irrational fear, Stephen suggests that such attacks could happen on U.S. soil. In this episode, he provides clear information about chemical warfare, as well as three concrete steps the average person can take in response to the proliferation of these weapons.

    Published on April 18, 2018

  • In this episode, Stephen talks about one good thing that’s happening in our political culture. It’s a corrective to trends of recent generations and something to be excited about. In the midst of the seeming ineptitude of Congress and all the weirdness and confusion coming out of Washington, D.C., states are beginning to consider their direction on their own. Stephen discusses why this is such a needed trend.

    Published on April 11, 2018

  • Evangelicals today are in crisis – largely because so many, especially the leaders, are wed to Donald Trump, who earned 81% of the white evangelical vote, half of the Roman Catholic vote, and half of the votes of regular church attendees. So, what’s the problem? Stephen sees a backlash against evangelicals that will only grow without some changes in behavior. Find out what solutions he proposes in this episode.

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    Published on April 4, 2018

  • Stephen recently learned from Kurdish elders in Nashville that ISIS is reaching out to Iraqi, Iranian, and Kurdish youth. In fact, ISIS is gaining money, power, and influence throughout the U.S. In this episode, Stephen urges awareness, action, and relationship-building. There is too great a chasm between Anglo cultures and Middle Eastern cultures. It’s time for that to change.

    Published on March 28, 2018

  • Russia’s behavior is a result of the United States’ weakness at certain critical moments. (For a recent example: our failure to support the Kurds, 93% of whom voted in favor of a referendum on independence.) Stephen believes that if the U.S. doesn’t change its diplomatic tone, Russia is going to gain alliances and territories in the Middle East that it’s wanted for generations. It’s time to take a stand.

    Published on March 21, 2018

  • Stephen recently published a podcast on the topic of guns, which generated much feedback and conversation among listeners. Today he issues an apology regarding a statement made in that episode. This episode also includes a discussion of how the Second Amendment, James Madison’s writings in the Federalist Papers, and recent Supreme Court cases can inform our understanding of the contemporary gun debate. Finally, leaders especially need to hear Stephen’s exhortation regarding guns and safety at the conclusion of this[read more]

    Published on March 14, 2018