April 18, 2019

(0:00-9:37) Why was there no outcry over the burning of several black churches in America before Notre Dame? Brian and Ian discuss stories of how one event leads to spreading awareness of another. The more high profile the tragedy, the more other tragedies of a similar nature can be linked. (9:37-18:46) A recent survey showed that fewer British people identify and live life as Christian. Brian and Ian break down the number from the survey as well as what it truly means to be a Christian. (18:46-28:30) The recent World Happiness Report has the U.S. in 19th place and Finland in 1st place. Brian and Ian dig down into some of the factors that can lead to such overwhelming unhappiness and how to combat them. (28:30-37:20) What is Maundy Thursday and what is its significance in the history and celebration of Easter? Brian and Ian examine the meaning and importance of the day and what Jesus was working to convey through his humble act. (37:20-48:18) Bernie Sanders recently commented that an abortion up until a child is ready to be born is acceptable. Brian and Ian unpack his statement and the topic of late-term abortion. They examine this as pastors and how Christians can work to create a culture where life is re-affirmed as sacred. (48:18-58:36) Porter Moser recently turned down an offer from St. John to continue coaching at Loyola. Many people have slammed him for this decision, but Porter has responded about being rich without dollar signs and happy. Brian and Ian talk about being content in life and happy with one's choices. (58:36-1:09) Sleep deprivation is becoming more prevalent in the modern world and is more costly then people might imagine. As pastors and parents, Brian and Ian dialogue about various stories both with themselves and out in the world, where the need for sleep was tossed aside for the sake of productivity and getting ahead. (1:09-1:15) Brian and Ian's Weird Stuff They Found On the Internet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.