May 30, 2019

(00:00-09:45): Illinois House passes sweeping abortion rights bill after emotional floor debate. Brian and Ian discuss the responses from both Rep. Kelly Cassidy (D) and Rep. Avery Bourne (R) as they debate. There is an argument that abortion pertains to women’s rights; therefore, a violation of women’s rights. (09:45-19:43): With the nation-sweeping debate of abortion rights, Alabama sets a record with adopted foster kids. Brian and Ian discuss the importance of staying strong on the forefront, even if it isn’t the majority interest. How can you be a part of the solution? (19:43-29:34): Awesome moment on America’s Got Talent! Kodi Lee got the golden buzzer from Gabrielle Union for his absolutely stunning performance. Brian and Ian touch on prejudice and determining someone’s abilities before getting to know them or giving them a fair shot. (29:34-39:08): Church gives away dozens of weddings to cohabiting couples. Pastor Bryan Carter of Concord church gives a yearly sermon on cohabitation. Brian and Ian express their accolades to the pastor for preaching on this topic, and reflect on themselves as pastors to make this a point to their congregation. (39:08-49:45): In the wake of dangerous and destructive storms across the midwest, Brian and Ian touch on the tough topic of fragility of life and how we ought to not worry about the things of this world. They also reflect on experiences of severe storms from their lives. (49:45-59:27): Father-son author duo Brian and Jeff Becker join Brian and Ian. They discuss their book “Tender Lions”, about father-son relationships. Jeff talks about reconciliation with his father and how important it is to maintain close connection with family. (59:27-1:10:49): Brian and Jeff Becker stick around to talk more with Brian and Ian. They share where they came up with the name “Tender Lions”. They also touch on relationships between fathers and sons, and how vital vulnerability and tenderness are between them. Jeff answers the question: Why is failure so important? (1:10:49-1:17:09): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: THERE’S A SNAKE IN MY…car, while a dove spells fate for a speeder in Germany. Generous airlines are sending a man to Hawaii, where he might find a 50-year-old message-in-a-bottle. Don’t let that distract you from terrible roommates who might blow you up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.