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CTP (S3EJanSpecial1) Kids, Screens, And The Cost Of Isolation
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We trace how kids’ mental health and learning have shifted since lockdowns and why face-to-face school still outperforms screens, even as some students benefit from remote tools. Practical steps for parents, tutors, and communities help rebuild social skills, language, and daily habits.
• why suicide risk eased but long-tail effects remain
• how COVID remnants shape schools, health rules, and routines
• when remote learning helps and when it harms
• speech and language delays from limited facial cues
• tech as a tool versus a babysitter
• widening gaps between well-resourced and struggling schools
• faith, duty, and caring for the vulnerable with balance
• parent involvement in health, habits, and motivation
• tutoring as targeted support and accountability
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CTP (S3EDecSpecia7) Choosing Optimism In A Fearful World
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We explore how faith, free will, and clear thinking shape mental health in a world that often pulls us toward fear. Constance Hastings shares personal stories, practical tools, and the heart behind The Trouble with Jesus.
• holiday drop schedule and backlog update
• Constance’s background and early faith roots
• optimism versus shallow positive thinking
• culture moments and their mood impact
• navigating illness, aging and uncertainty
• managing anxiety through present focus
• doubt as a path to deeper faith
• fear as the real opposite of faith
• thought checks that steady emotions
• free will and choosing your response
• how the book engages skeptics with prompts
• where to find Constance online
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CTP (S3E132) Melting Pot, Not Segregated Boxes
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We make the case for judging people by character, not color, and push back on identity politics that reward separation over shared citizenship. From cultural exchange to DEI, free speech, and parental rights, we argue for an American unity rooted in e pluribus unum.
• opening context for the replay and setup
• identity politics framed as division not unity
• cultural appropriation contrasted with cultural exchange
• e pluribus unum and the American melting pot
• objections to race‑exclusive spaces and ceremonies
• equal opportunity distinguished from equity of outcomes
• concerns about central control of schools and speech
• call for parental rights and local education control
• argument for open scientific debate and informed consent
• assimilation, shared culture, and civic belonging
• closing thanks and support request
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CTP (S3EDecSpecial6) Christmas Faith, Movies, And Meaning
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We share a Christmas throwback with Pastor Jeff Jones and explore creative ways to point people to hope, from a Revelation walkthrough in the woods to the redemption at the heart of favorite holiday films. Faith, culture, and economics meet in a candid talk about trust, community, and giving.
• December schedule update with extra episode drops
• Origins of ChristiTutionalism and shared values
• Halloween leveraged for a Revelation walkthrough
• Thirteen stations, symbols, and inner “demons”
• The mark as a lens on control and convenience
• Chaos scenes, prophecy, and patient watchfulness
• Gospel focus over fear and practical preparation
• Die Hard as a Christmas story of redemption
• It’s a Wonderful Life (film) and local economics
• Banks, debt, and the health of free enterprise
• Service times at God’s Family Room (facebook.com/godsfamilyroom/) and livestreams
• Personal gratitude and a nudge toward charity
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CTP (S3EDecSpecial5) Justice, Mercy, And The Hard Cases
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We push past talking points to ask what real justice looks like when safety, mercy, and faith collide. Matt Melvin shares a personal story of missed mental health help, prison, and renewal, while we debate three strikes, gun enforcement, elite immunity, and the moral stakes of accountability.
• tailored three-strikes for violent offenses
• why plea deals drop gun charges and what it costs
• faith’s role in distinguishing mercy from enabling harm
• mental health courts and missed diversions
• wrongful convictions, incentives, and quotas
• elite immunity, term limits, and public trust
• practical reforms for safety and redemption
• Matt’s book and resources for contact
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CTP (S3E131) Choices, Not Control: Rethinking Homes, Taxes, Trade, More...
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We map why another housing bubble looks likely, then outline practical ways to lower real costs without subsidies or gimmicks. From reduced-cost building zones to rethinking property taxes and school funding, we push for transparency, options, and common sense.
• Warning signs of a new housing correction
• Why 50-year mortgages are a risky band-aid
• Choices and disclosures over one-size-fits-all mandates
• Reduced housing cost zones to cut inputs and delays
• DIY finishes and simpler specs to avoid interest on extras
• Utility fee relief for better monthly affordability
• Property taxes burden owners and renters alike
• Alternative funding for schools, police and fire
• Sales tax tradeoffs and clearer service assessments
• Smaller, practical homes and manufactured options to ease homelessness
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CTP (S3EDecSpecial4) Stories That Stick
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We share a candid conversation with author and creator Neisia Allen about testimonies that shape purpose, the Four Rs that bring clarity, and how a persistent mentor can change a life. Faith, humor, and practical steps weave through stories of provision, pruning, and starting again with intention.
• holiday schedule update and December Tuesday and Thursday drops
• how PodMatch and other platforms connect hosts and guests
• growing up in Muskegon and finding a relentless mentor
• youth leadership, Straight Talk show, and meeting real needs
• stories that stick as testimonies of God’s provision
• senior photos lesson on scarcity, gratitude, and faith
• humor as relief while holding serious themes
• writing the 21-day jumpstart spiritual business roadmap
• seeking God first before building ventures
• the Four Rs: Rest, Reflect, Repent, Reset
• letting go of idols and choosing purpose over stuff
• creative work, nonprofit service, and mutual pouring
• where to find Neisia’s book, site, and skits online
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CTP (S3EDecSpecial3) New York At A Crossroads
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We unpack what New Yorkers actually voted for, how state law curbs City Hall’s reach, and why due process and cultural context matter as much as policy promises. Sara Alessandrini shares insights from her documentary and on-the-ground election work, cutting through the noise to the numbers.
• exit polls showing narrow mandate and who voted for whom
• difference between mayoral power, council authority, and Albany control
• feasibility of tax hikes and risks of mobile high earners
• government-run groceries and free buses weighed against costs
• housing supply crunch from 2019 rules and slow approvals
• due process standards, cultural norms, and workplace boundaries
• crime trade-offs, focused deterrence, and system transparency
• competence over charisma as the path to real change
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