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In this episode, we welcome back David French, columnist for The New York Times , former constitutional attorney, and author of Divided We Fall . We discuss the current state of American democracy, the challenges of political division, and how we can engage in civil discourse despite deep ideological differences. David also shares a personal update on his family and reflects on the profound trials and growth that come with adversity. 📌 What We Discuss: ✔️ How David and his family navigated the challenges of a serious health crisis. ✔️ The rise of political polarization and the factors driving it. ✔️ Why distinguishing between “unwise, unethical, and unlawful” is crucial in analyzing political actions. ✔️ How consuming different perspectives (even opposing ones) helps in understanding political dynamics. ✔️ The role of Christian values in politics and how they are being redefined. ⏳ Episode Highlights 📍 [00:01:00] – David French’s background and his journey from litigation to journalism. 📍 [00:02:30] – Personal update: David shares his wife Nancy’s battle with cancer and their journey as a family. 📍 [00:06:00] – How to navigate personal trials while maintaining faith and resilience. 📍 [00:10:00] – The danger of political paranoia and the pitfalls of extreme polarization. 📍 [00:18:00] – The "friend-enemy" paradigm in American politics and its influence in Christian fundamentalism. 📍 [00:24:00] – Revisiting Divided We Fall : How America’s divisions have devolved since 2020. 📍 [00:40:00] – The categories and differences of unwise, unethical, and unlawful political actions. 📍 [00:55:00] – The balance between justice, kindness, and humility in political engagement. 📍 [01:00:00] – The After Party initiative: A Christian approach to politics focused on values rather than policy. 💬 Featured Quotes 🔹 "You don't know who you truly are until your values are tested." – David French 🔹 "If we focus on the relational, we can have better conversations even across deep differences." – Corey Nathan 🔹 "Justice, kindness, and humility—if you're missing one, you're doing it wrong." – David French 🔹 "The United States has a history of shifting without repenting. We just move on." – David French 📚 Resources Mentioned David French’s Writing: New York Times David’s Book: Divided We Fall The After Party Initiative – More Info Advisory Opinions Podcast (with Sarah Isgur & David French) – Listen Here 📣 Call to Action If you found this conversation insightful, please: ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics ✅ Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion 🔗 Connect With Us on Social Media @coreysnathan: Bluesky LinkedIn Instagram Threads Facebook Substack David French: 🔗 Twitter | BlueSky | New York Times Our Sponsors Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com Prolux Autogroup: www.proluxautogroup.com or www.granadahillsairporttransportation.com Let’s keep talking politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡…
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We are the Inklings, a podcast started in July 2011 devoted to the fantasy genre.
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We are the Inklings, a podcast started in July 2011 devoted to the fantasy genre.
John talks about a legendary figure from the Silmarillion. Follow us at www.facebook.com/inklingspage --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message
In which John talks about everyone’s favorite wizard and it’s not Gandalf! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message
The long awaited interview with California-based Celtic early music ensemble Broceliande! Thank you to our editor Izzie G! Check out the band at www.flowingglassmusic.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message
Welcome back to the inklings! This is a special episode with some poems read by Abby fourth, Margaret Davis and John Evans. Also with an explanation of where we have been all this time! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message
Our small fellowship continue witnessing Bilbo's journey as he now ventures on unfamiliar and dangerous terrain. We encounter evil from wolves to trolls. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message
Join us modern Inklings as we explore Middle Earth first-hand with the help of Sierra entertainment as we join Bilbo in the Shire on his way to the Green Dragon Inn. Let the adventure that started it all commence! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message…
The Atlantis of Tolkine's world as narrated by John Evans, Erurainon, with editing and music by Matthew Lewis, Octicide. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message
An exploration of elves in all mythologies while paying close attention to Tolkien. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message
A description and exploration of the tools of war and battle in all fantasy-primarily Tolkien, Harry Potter, and Eragon related material. Both literal and metaphorical weapons are introduced and their origins in history are mentioned. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message…
In which we talk to Cory Olsen, AKA the Tolkien Professor! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinklings/message
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