8.28.26 Remembering Dolly Parton, Coyote vs. Acme, and Listener Feedback

On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet considers what allowed Dolly Parton to rise above the political fray, why “no contact” is a poor substitute for honoring difficult parents, and the WNBA’s sudden need to define woman. Then Wile E. Coyote finally gets his day in court in Coyote vs. Acme, and listeners tell us which WORLD stories and moments stayed with them. Plus, the Friday morning news Support The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donate. Additional support comes from Covenant College in Georgia. Looking for a Christ-centered education with a deep commitment to academic excellence? Located on top of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, Covenant College students thrive in a Christ-centered community and are equipped to pursue their callings through a vibrant liberal arts education. Applications for Fall 2027 are open, and students who visit are eligible to receive a grant of $2,000. More at Covenant.edu/world. From Ascend by Unbound. A higher education program focused on practical skill development and career preparation. beunbound.us/world And from Dordt University’s Master of Education program. Equipping educators with advanced classroom and leadership abilities. dordt.edu