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Although most Americans have heard about human trafficking in our country, we may not understand how much it permeates our culture. From little girls and boys to adults across the country, human trafficking is a growing business in America...

“As Progressive Christians, we’re open to the tensions and inconsistencies in the Bible. We know that it can’t live up to impossible, modern standards. We strive to more clearly articulate what Scripture is and isn’t.” In this episode, I interview a woman whose church took a radical turn that created a crisis of faith for her...

Meet a man who relinquished his political party to stay true to his core values. Anything of great value comes with a cost. Vernon Jones is a well-known political figure, but he gained greater notoriety after leaving the democratic party in 2020. In this episode, Dr. Swain interviews the Honorable Vernon Jones about current politics and the factors behind his radical decision. Jones is the founder of Waking Up America. Website: Waking Up America. Bio: Vernon Jones. Instagram: @repvernonjones Facebook: @ReElectVernonJones2020

In this episode, we meet a young Hollywood actress who has chosen to use her voice and platform to speak the truth, no matter the cost. Samaire Armstrong, a young actress who has starred in many well-known TV series, such as The OC, The Mentalist, and Entourage, describes her journey as both an actress and a Christian. Outspoken and bold, Samaire has not let cancel culture stop her from talking about her values publicly on social media.  Twitter @samaire_samaire Instagram @Samaire.xoxo YouTube Samaire Armstrong

Chris Widener is widely recognized as a top speaker, giving sales and business advice to people around the world. He has written numerous books, including two fictional books. He is currently working on a new book titled: “How the Radical Left Stole America and How we get it Back.” Website: Chris Widener Facebook: @ChrisWidenerSpeaker Instagram: @ChrisWidenerSpeaker Twitter: @ChrisWidener

Today, most teenagers seem to only care about frivolous issues, such as the latest trends of vogue and video games. The other extreme, of course, is that our education system turns them into social justice warriors. But there are always exceptions to a rule. At 14 years old, Chandler Crump went viral in a conservative influencer’s video, saying he did not hate liberals but pitied them. Since then, Chandler has blown up on social media--on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. With over 40,000 YouTube subscribers and a social media following, In this episode, I interview Chandler about his journey and the current political climate. @Chandler.crump - Instagram @realccrump - Twitter Subscribe to Chandler onYouTube

Carol interviews cultural anthropologist Grant McCracken about what we can do to teach a healthy appreciation of the timeless concept of honor to a generation often struggling with when and how to show respect for traditional values. Grant is the founder of the Institute of Contemporary Culture at the Royal Ontario Museum and a co-founder of the Artisanal Economies Project. He has taught at Harvard, the University of Cambridge, and MIT. Website: http://www.cultureby.com Blog: www.mapping-the-future.com Twitter: Grant27 Book: The New Honor Code: A Simple Plan for Raising Our Standards and Restoring Our Good Names

Carol interviews conservative rapper, performer, and activist Bryson Gray who gained notoriety because of his huge MAGA hat. Born and raised in a democrat family, Bryson has had spirited debates with his parents about whether he could be an activist and a performer. He is pursuing both passions.  For Further Insight: Biographical article: The New Yorker Website: http://TheGrayPatriot.com Instagram: @BrysonCreates Facebook: @BrysonGray Twitter: @RealBrysonGray 

In this episode, we meet a young woman wise beyond her years who can teach us about true racial harmony and acceptance. Shekinah Geist is a twenty-two-year-old black conservative influencer. After being bullied on a liberal campus for her conservative beliefs, Geist was asked to participate in a documentary about "Young Black Conservatives" for which she gained national recognition. Since then, her platform on social media has exploded for being an outspoken conservative and Christian. For Further Insight: Instagram: @RealShekinah Facebook: @ThePatriotShekinah Twitter: @RealShekinah

Conservative media influencers and commentators are under siege as big tech companies like Twitter, Facebook, Google, and YouTube work in concert to de-platform and silence any voice that threatens their progressive agenda. What started with Twitter silencing the President of the United States by removing him off Twitter has now mushroomed into a full-blown threat to free speech and what it means to be an American. In this episode, I interview Malcolm Out Loud, publisher and editor of the America Out Loud Network, about how we can push back against the bias and what happens next... Malcolm is the host of the Voice of a Nation and Viewpoint this Sunday. Follow Malcolm on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn

How much do you know about the Bill of Rights? Why is it especially important during this era when Americans face lockdowns, arrests, and loss of rights because of the Covid-19 restrictions? In this episode, we discuss the historical background of the 10 Amendments. Many of us are vaguely familiar with the 1st, 2nd, and 5th amendments, but there are lesser-known amendments like the 9th and 10th that protect important rights. Author and speaker Paul Engel share his expertise with us in this episode. For Further Insight: Website: https://constitutionstudy.com/about-us/about-paul/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CyberEngel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paul.cyberengelengel Link to free downloadable book: How to Read the Constitution in 30-days. https://constitution.kartra.com/page/7gv158

Poverty, crime, and hopelessness seem to characterize the plight of millions of Americans born and raised in inner-city neighborhoods. We often see the worst of the worst on television, but there is so much more to the story. There are men and women who actively work at the grassroots level successfully changing hundreds of young lives. In this episode, I interview Robert Woodson, the founder of the Woodson Center and 1776 Unites about what works and what does not. Mr. Woodson shares details about his incredible life and ten lessons distilled in his forthcoming book: Lessons from the Least of These. Book:  Lessons from the Least of These: The Woodson Principles For Further Insight: Woodson Center: https://woodsoncenter.org/ 1776 Unites: https://1776unites.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/1776Unites

What do police officers, firefighters, 9-11 operators, and paramedics have in common? They are our first responders in life-threatening situations. How do these people handle trauma? In this episode, I interview Sergeant Mike McGrew, a former police officer with 31-years of experience as a police detective. Mike is the author of A Higher Call to Duty and the co-founder of 911 At Ease International.  Website: 911 At Ease International:  https://911aei.org Book Link:  A Higher Call to Duty Photo Image: Credit, Paul Wellman, Santa Barbara Independent

Ballot harvesting, mail-in ballots, and software glitches have become game-changers for American elections. How can we build trust in American elections? In this episode, I interview Craig Huey, a former Republican candidate, owner of Creative Direct Marketing Group, and publisher of The Huey Report.  For Further Insight: Website: https://www.craighuey.com/huey-report-craig-huey/ Book: The Christian Voter: 7 Non-Negotiables For Voting For, Not Against, Your Values Book: The Deep State: 15 Surprising Dangers You Should Know

The 2020 election is not over. Pending court cases and investigations have created great uncertainty for our nation. Many Americans view this election as rigged and corrupt. How should we live when the things we have traditionally taken for granted such as fair and open elections which no longer seem to apply? In this episode, I interview Alex McFarland, a Christian apologist, author, evangelist, religion, and culture analyst, who is a strong advocate for biblical truth. Alex has preached in over 2,000 churches throughout North America and the world. For Further Insight: Website: https://alexmcfarland.com/about/ Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alexmcfarland Book: The Assault on America: How to Defend Our Nation Before It's Too Late!