November 26, 2025 - Hour 1

Segment 1: How Thanksgiving Shapes the American ImaginationThanksgiving remains one of the few days on the American calendar when we can gather to share a meal. It remains a symbol of simplicity and hope against today’s cynicism. Marcus shares some thoughts.Segment 2: Threat to donor privacy unites Right and Left at Supreme CourtThe Supreme Court will hear oral arguments next week in First Choice Women’s Resource Centers v. Platkin. It’s a case that strikes at the heart of freedom, including donor privacy protections that allow Americans to give freely and according to their conscience without fear of harassment or reprisal. Andrea Picciotti-Bayer has the details.Segment 3: Encountering Christ in Turkey (2 Segments) Christianity in Turkey traces its roots back to the first century. Today, the country is officially secular, but the vast majority of its population identifies as Muslim. Derya Little grew up there, and in her youth she rejected her Islamic faith and became an atheist. Today, she’s a Catholic author and speaker. As Pope Leo prepares to visit Turkey, she gives us a look at the religious landscape there. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariapm.substack.com