ChristiTutionalist Politics | Christian Perspectives on Constitutional Issues

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4ESepSpecial1) How A Film Producer Builds Escapist Movies With Moral ClarityI sit down with film and TV producer Leif Bristow to talk about making beautiful, escapist movies rooted in solid moral principles. We dig into Dancing Through the Shadow and the true story of a Chinese ballerina surviving the Cultural Revolution while fighting for her family’s freedom. • Leif’s upbringing across Canada and the United States and how it shapes his worldview • Why romance and holiday movies can be modern travel for audiences • Building stories on Christian Judaic moral principles without turning films into sermons • Creating positive role models for young women on screen • Dancing Through the Shadow as a love story set against the Cultural Revolution • Labor camps, propaganda, surveillance files and the cost of asking questions • Defection and the long fight to reunite a family • Real diversity through experience versus forced DEI messaging • Why he avoids gratuitous sex and violence and uses suggestion instead SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E167) Stop The Dog And Pony Show AlreadyWe draw a hard line between political theater and real accountability, calling out Republicans we like as well as the ones we don’t when they keep delivering hearings instead of results. We lay out specific enforcement ideas and a voter pressure plan built around petitions, primaries, and binding commitments. • calling out “conservatives in name only” for endless talk and no follow-through • rejecting more hearings and “dog and pony show” oversight without consequences • proposing congressional grand juries and a congressional prosecutor’s office • arguing for statutory deadlines that force prosecution rather than referrals • pushing voter action through a petition and direct outreach to representatives • advocating primary challenges for incumbents across the board • demanding candidates commit in writing to sponsor, vote, and deliver by deadlines http://change.org/WeThePeopleDemandList SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EAugSpecial4) The Savage PathWe talk with author and backpacking guide David Savage about why the wilderness exposes who we really are and why modern life makes it easier to drift off course. We connect backpacking stories to faith, leadership, personal responsibility, and David’s book The Savage Path: A Memoir of Modern Masculinity. • David’s background from Texas to a long career in specialty chemicals • How Boy Scouts and Philmont shape discipline, competence, and character • Why the outdoors feels like spiritual medicine and restores the soul • Hunger and thirst as metaphors for deeper human longings • The costs of screens, lost instincts, victimhood culture, and outsourced thinking • Why David writes The Savage Path as a humorous, story-first memoir • A runaway scout story about choice, not coercion • Getting lost at altitude with executives and learning to backtrack to truth • Where to find the book, the Wrestling With The Inner Man podcast, and www.thesavagepath.com SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E166) Details MatterExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe take on a viral-style claim about God and gender, then trace how identity politics and sloppy wording distort both faith and public life (especially through the twisting of Scriptures as also discussed in recently released ChristiTutionalist Politics 5 book. We also argue that Texas politics only makes sense when you look past labels, study the legislature, and refuse clickbait narratives. • framing the release as a former video exclusive with time references that may be dated • reacting to a Texas Senate candidate’s “God is non-binary” line and why precision matters • separating “God is above human sexuality” from modern gender ideology claims • defending a biblical view of justice while rejecting manipulative pandering • explaining why Texas is “purple” in the details of primaries, turnout, and legislative behavior • breaking down RINOs as multiple types and tying it to the Ken Paxton impeachment attempt • calling out headline culture and pushing media literacy as a civic habit • sharing original songs that reinforce the theme that details matter Again, please like, share, subscribe. We need you to help spread the ChristiTutionalist movement. Like and subscribe to ChristiTutionalist Politics Podcast and share episodes. SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EAugSpeical3) The Education Accountability CollapseWe dig into why American public education keeps lowering standards while claiming success (and all the stats prove failure), and how those choices show up as illiteracy, weak math skills, and burned out teachers. We also argue that money and slogans cannot replace discipline, honest grading, and parents taking responsibility at home. • Brian Wetzel’s background and what he learned traveling to meet teachers and administrators • Grade inflation policies that remove deadlines and consequences • Big city school spending versus students performing at grade level • Social and emotional learning competing with core academics and creeping into math • Why basic arithmetic and practical skills still matter for adult life • Concerns about explicit sexual material in school settings and what gets removed instead • Why more funding is not the fix and how incentives shape behavior • School choice and vouchers as pressure to improve • Classroom behavior, admin support, and why teachers are leaving • Lowering teacher certification standards as a symptom not a solution SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E165) Chronic Illness And Creative GritWe talk with nurse practitioner Jessica “Nurse Jesse” about living with chronic illness while still building a creative life from home. We get practical about pacing, mental health, AI in healthcare, and how to ask for the help you actually need. • living with chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, IBS-D and unpredictable bad days • pacing work around usable hours and protecting recovery time • using simple tools like hot soaking to calm pain and stress • building podcasts and books without overspending early • outlining stories, saving drafts and promoting after publishing • using AI for notes and ideas while avoiding self-diagnosis traps • understanding OCD and ADHD as a spectrum, not a stereotype • separating addiction from physical dependency and using meds carefully • “mirror moment” self-reflection and dropping pride to seek help • supporting loved ones by listening and embracing awkward conversations • improving the patient-doctor relationship by writing questions down and speaking up SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EAugSpecial2) What A Tandem Bicycle Teaches About Not Being DoneWe talk with author Terry M. Brown about going from “I haven’t ridden in 40 years” to riding a tandem bicycle across the United States and writing Ten Little Rules for a Double Budded Adventure. We dig into the real-life logistics, the weather scares, the COVID curveballs, and the mindset shift that turns a huge goal into lasting confidence. • Terry’s “Genesis story,” from Greece to Ohio to North Carolina • deciding to commit to a coast-to-coast tandem bike ride • the life lessons behind Ten Little Rules for a Double Budded Adventure • route memories like Mackinac Island and problem-solving on the road • staying safe through rain, hail, and severe storm forecasts • making food work during COVID with limited options • why a shorter Maine lighthouse trip feels more purely fun • Terry’s wider writing career, upcoming Peg Unhinged, and a quipu-inspired idea SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E164) The French Fry Theory Of HappinessWe wrestle with a simple question that hits harder than it sounds: is life mostly mediocre days with a few good ones mixed in. We land on a practical way to live with that truth by stacking small moments that make the day better for us and for the people around us. • opening format note about a video exclusive becoming a regular audio release • May Day in Moscow and how optics shift when leaders feel exposed • quick thoughts on the movie “Mike” and why a message can matter even if motives are mixed • the “mediocre days” idea from the Life and Living series and the Kennedy “stares at the ceiling” line • why “meh” days are normal and why accepting them reduces pressure • the French fry analogy for small habits that add up over time SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EAugSpecial1) The Writer’s Long GameJoseph M. Leonard talks with author Kern Carter about what it takes to stick with writing for decades, from early creative sparks to the hard realities of publishing. We swap jokes, dig into craft choices like run-on sentences, and land on a simple idea: learn the rules, then use them on purpose. • Kern Carter’s origins in Trinidad and life in Toronto • The “creative gene” and how early dreams turn into real work • Why supportive friends matter in a rejection-heavy career • Publishing reality checks including competition, timing, and marketing • Kern’s latest books and writing for a wider age range • First-book lessons and why writing a novel is technical • Word-count breakdowns for short story, novelette, novella, and novel • “Novel X” and the push for shorter reads and better value • Breaking grammar rules intentionally to serve character and story • Why reviews should focus on story impact over comma counting SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E163) Hypocrisy And TaxesWe call out political hypocrisy by comparing what leaders say on the campaign trail with what they do once they get rich and powerful. We also argue that incentives drive tax revenue, economic growth, and even how people respond to climate and land management claims. • Bernie Sanders as an example of shifting rhetoric once personal wealth changes • why “tax the 1%” arguments ignore avoidance, loopholes, and incentives • the Laffer Curve claim that lower rates can increase total tax revenue • a proposed wealth tax aimed at large university endowments to fund debt relief • the Bradford Colony story as a warning about communal property and forced collectivism • biblical charity framed as voluntary help for those unable, not a blank check for the unwilling • climate predictions contrasted with beachfront purchases and everyday policy choices • wildfire prevention arguments focused on brush clearing and fire breaks SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EJulSpecial5) Everest To AdjustmentWe talk with Greg Varnau about what drives someone to climb Mount Everest and what that kind of pressure teaches you about fear, preparation, and purpose. Then we connect that mountain mindset to chiropractic care, mobility, and why modern sedentary life makes “move it or lose it” feel painfully true. • growing up around mountains and returning to Santa Monica • Into Thin Air as the spark for Everest curiosity • meeting climbers and learning why “miserable” can feel meaningful • training climbs in Ecuador including Cotopaxi and Chimborazo • dealing with altitude sickness and pushing through smartly • joining a guided Everest team and the role of Sherpas • the summit day moment spotting a NASA patch • choosing chiropractic through a desire to help people hands-on • network spinal chiropractic and what patients feel after adjustments • aging, posture, screens, and the myth of inevitable decline • health as the foundation that makes everything else possible SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E162) Beauty On A SpectrumExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe dig into why “beauty is in the eye of the beholder” is true in practice, using real examples to show how attraction forms and why people disagree so hard about it. We also connect beauty standards to inner character, culture-war outrage, and even music taste, because preference runs deeper than looks. • our personal breakdown of beauty categories and why they exist • why “terminally cute” and “intriguing beauty” hit differently than “drop dead gorgeous” • how inner beauty can raise attraction and “inner ugly” can destroy it fast • the Sydney Sweeney backlash and how politics warps pop culture reactions • the American Eagle “genes vs jeans” dust-up and what it reveals about outrage culture • why music tastes mirror beauty preferences and why there is no universal ruler SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EJulSpecial4) Brigitte Donoho On Faith, Family, And Finding Your SoundWe talk with Brigitte Donoho about building a life in music that follows God’s leading, even when it doesn’t fit a neat genre label. We also dig into how streaming changed the business side of being an independent artist and why legacy matters more than trends. • Brigittte’s upbringing across Atlantic City, Las Vegas, California, and Michigan • How casino-industry family life shaped her proximity to entertainment • Why she considers herself a worship singer more than a folk artist • Writing songs as a reflection of life seasons and personal loss • EP releases, singles, and expanding into country and other sounds • The shift from CDs to Spotify and digital singles • A practical look at the many jobs behind being an indie musician • Redefining worship as more than a category of songs • The Alice Cooper story and why stereotypes miss character • Creating art as a legacy for children and future generations SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E161) Red Pills, 5G Panics, And The Great Cart CrisisWe go from a petty pharmacy moment to a bigger question about why so many people obsess over trivial offenses while ignoring fraud, waste, and decisions that hit families through taxes and costs. We push a tough love idea: stop performing outrage, start offering solutions, and show up where local policy actually gets made. • a shopping cart story as a snapshot of misplaced outrage • taxpayer fraud claims and why silence costs real money • “mirror moments” and the difference between talking and doing • anonymous sharing as a way to reach friends without a fight • media distortion and the importance of watching full context • identity politics vs individual thinking • smart meters and 5G as repeating cycles of panic • data centers and why “not in my city” still loses • mitigation ideas like sound walls, murals, cooling changes, and power requirements • why voting isn’t enough and how council meetings create leverage SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EJulSpecial3) How Much Science Should Fiction Dare To TeachExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe talk with pathologist and author Devin Greene about what makes a medical thriller feel real, and why thrillers run on momentum more than a classic whodunit. We also dig into how to explain hard science like CRISPR in plain language, plus practical lessons about publishing, discoverability, and avoiding spoilers. • Devin’s path from New York to California and medical training • What a pathologist does and why TV skews forensic pathology • How medical thrillers differ from mysteries • Using CRISPR and gene editing as thriller fuel • Writing accurate science that general readers can follow • Why early readers matter for clarity and pacing • A peek at an eco-thriller direction involving rhinos • Where to find the books and the author site devengreene.com • Why similar names can cause search and email mix-ups SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E160) Treat Every Assault The Same Under Law (NSFW, Explicit)We lay out the SCIP Act as a blunt fix for what we see as selective enforcement and identity-driven crime politics. We argue for one standard for every victim and tougher, more predictable consequences for violent offenders and repeat offenders. • proposing the SCIP Act to repeal hate crime legislation • arguing that crime should be prosecuted based on the act, not identity categories • calling out selective enforcement and plea deals that reduce serious charges • pushing mandatory minimum sentencing for violent crimes • advocating a three strikes approach for repeat offenders • demanding real enforcement of existing gun laws • proposing removal options for judges and prosecutors who refuse to follow the law SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EJulSpecial2) Toxic/Suicidal Empathy ReduxExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe challenge the idea that compassion is automatically good, and we argue that empathy without truth can become enabling that harms the very people it claims to protect. We connect “toxic empathy” and “suicidal empathy” to politics, media, and personal ethics by measuring intentions against outcomes. • defining toxic empathy and why it spreads easily • examples of “help” that turns into enabling • abortion and euthanasia framed as empathy claims • the “suicidal empathy” label and why it resonates • journalism standards, media bias, and the need for fact-checking • intentions versus actions and judging results by “fruit” • empathy grounded in reality plus the able versus unwilling distinction SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E159) Hyphenated AmericaWe argue that putting a label before “American” can weaken a shared civic identity, even when people mean it as pride in heritage. We challenge popular language around race, culture, and equity by pushing for clear definitions and substance over slogans. • why “hyphenated American” can signal mixed allegiance • the 14th Amendment and the idea of jurisdiction • why “Black American” may be more accurate than “African American” • the NAACP example and the claim about Planned Parenthood funding • equal opportunity versus equity of outcomes as a core divide • cultural appreciation versus cultural appropriation through everyday examples • outrage culture, media framing, and being offended for others • the Walk Away story as a model for changing minds with primary sources SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit  A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EJulSpecial1) Breaking The Tech Lock-InWe catch up with Myselle (Tech Boy Media) on where he grew up, how he started building online at 13, and why he decided to mix tech coverage with culture and faith-based commentary. We also get into the daily annoyances of modern computing, from WordPress migrations to app-only lock-in, and what it means to stay resilient when everything depends on the internet.• growing up in Houston and traveling around the US• starting Tech Boy Media during COVID to review devices and build a platform• shifting from pure tech coverage to tech plus Christian conservative commentary• WordPress vs Wix vs Blogger tradeoffs and why site transfers break• ecosystem lock-in and the lack of true interoperability• Windows 11 changes and the rise of web-wrapper “apps”• Android vs iOS limitations and app-only features on social platforms• why offline software still matters and what outages reveal about dependencysubscribe to Christitutionalist politics podcast and share episodes we need your helpSEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E158) Numbers, Spin, And The TruthWe break down how statistics get used as political spin and why the “headline number” on jobs and inflation often hides the real story. We push for fact-based thinking, stronger media literacy, and the habit of asking what a claim leaves out. • why “lies, damn lies, and statistics” fits modern economic coverage • how unemployment can rise while real hiring improves • why labor force participation rate matters more than a single unemployment rate headline • how “1,000 new jobs” can mean jobs moved across the street • what real journalism should add after reporting a politician’s claim • how inflation metrics depend on what’s in the basket of goods • how gas prices reflect crude, regulation, taxes, and seasonal blends • why TLDR culture makes misinformation easier to sell • sponsor reads, links, and ways to support the show SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr  - other services: https://fiverr.com/jlenarddetroit   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EJunSpecial4) Revelation Without FearExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe talk with Shama Stock about reading the Book of Revelation with courage and context so it becomes a source of hope instead of panic. We connect prophecy, spiritual preparedness, and daily discipleship to real-life choices around fear, coercion, and love. • Shama’s background and the path to deep Bible study • Leading a Revelation study before feeling ready • Why Revelation scares people and how to reframe it • Scripture interpreting Scripture over speculation • The opening blessing of Revelation and the call to listen • Mark of the beast concerns and the meaning of buying and selling • Conviction under pressure and lessons from the pandemic • Preparedness that still fails without love • Humility about prophecy and God’s timing • Situational awareness versus paranoia and panic • Free will, individuality, and resisting forced sameness SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4157) Free Speech lessons from the Greek originsExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe make the case that free speech is rooted in logos meaning logic, reason, and truth, not personal fantasy or “my truth.” We tie that idea to fraud, libel, slander, courtroom standards, warrants, and why facts and context have to matter in journalism and public life. • framing “logos” as the root of meaningful speech • arguing the First Amendment protects truth-seeking, not fraud • drawing lines around libel and slander as punishable harms • insisting justice aims at reality over narratives and gamesmanship • explaining warrants and exigent circumstances in urgent threats • calling out spin culture and clipped-quote “journalism” • repeating the need for details, context, and historical grounding SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EJunSpeical3) Who Does Separation Of Church And State ProtectExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe sit down with filmmaker Andrew Linn to follow the story of Roger Williams from Puritan exile to Rhode Island founder and to rethink what separation of church and state was meant to do. We argue that liberty of conscience protects faith from government power and that civic ignorance turns a hard-won principle into a modern weapon. • Andrew’s family name origin and Ellis Island simplifications • Growing up in Maryland, studying film, settling in West Virginia • Roger Williams’s banishment and the Massachusetts Bay theocracy • Rhode Island’s charter and an early model of church state separation • Freedom of religion versus freedom from religion as competing frameworks • Taxes to established denominations and the Danbury Baptists context • Ten Commandments debates, history in schools, and civil law limits • Liberty of conscience as a guard against forced “conversion” • Christian nationalism concerns and lessons from European sect conflict • Propaganda and “strongman Christianity” narratives around Russia • Demoralization, universities, and why civics education matters • Collectivism, individual responsibility, and e pluribus unum as a lived ideal www.churchandstatedoc.com Type “church and state documentary” on YouTube to watch it for free SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E156) Thirty-Three Minutes On Hold For NothingExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe vent about the state of customer service in America after hitting a wall on a serious security concern and getting trapped in a support system built to stall. We also lay out a frightening product safety issue at home and why it feels like companies and lawyers only act after someone gets hurt. • a mislabelled video exclusive and why we leave it as is • reporting a major security hole and getting bounced between people who cannot escalate • the 33-minute hold problem and the “call back later” non-solution • an example of helpful retail support and why it stands out • a gas stove safety hazard that can release gas too easily • frustration with product liability help that shows up only after major harm • why speaking up matters when companies ignore foreseeable risk SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EJunSpecial2) What If The Bible Can Be Tested Like ScienceExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe chase a bold claim: a time-based Bible prophecy can be dated with astronomy and historical records to land on specific days centuries apart. John Zachary explains how an engineering mindset, NASA eclipse data, and ancient observations shape his case for “scientific apologetics” and why he thinks repeatable patterns matter more than opinion. • John’s background from Colorado to Israel and ministry training • a spiritual experience that kicks off decades of research • treating Scripture like a document with testable timelines • dating biblical events with NASA eclipse tables and ancient astronomy • Herod’s Temple in AD 70 and a 14,000-day control pattern claim • free will versus divine “nudges” in major historical turning points • intelligent design arguments and critiques of atheism and the multiverse • Gospel details as chronological clues, including coins and Passover timing • John’s book The Science Behind the Story of Jesus and where to find him SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4E155) Against The Collectivist MindsetExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe challenge the collectivist mindset and argue that lumping people into categories destroys clear thinking and basic fairness. We push for individualism, “content of character”, and media literacy so you can spot propaganda and talk about politics without turning humans into stereotypes. • collectivism as identity politics and mental shortcuts • the Brandon Straka example and why full context matters • “very fine people” and how selective clips shape beliefs • Martin Luther King Jr. and biblical roots of individualism • why “all of group X” claims erase free will and choice • analogies with pit bulls and snakes to separate caution from stereotyping • equal opportunity versus equity of outcome and a critique of communism • Russia and China as peoples versus regimes and party mindsets • situational awareness without paranoia and staying rational under pressure SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S4EJunSpecial1) Your Deposits Fund Something So Choose WiselyExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe talk with Frank Clement from America’s Christian Credit Union about how credit unions work and why member ownership changes the incentives behind your checking account, savings, and loans. We also get practical about deposit insurance, debanking risk, and what it means to choose a financial institution that aligns with your values.• Credit unions as member-owned financial cooperatives and what that means day to day• Shared branching networks and how credit unions compete with big banks• Why rates can be better when there are no outside shareholders• Fractional reserve lending and the real lesson behind It’s a Wonderful Life• Values-based banking and the question of what your deposits help fund• Debanking and why ministries and businesses should plan ahead• NCUA insurance vs FDIC plus added private insurance for some accounts• How church and ministry lending works including DSCR and governance factorsSEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3E154) He Said She SaidExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe turn a Suno-powered music experiment into a four-track collaboration with Lady Devil, including remixes, lyrical sparring, and the creative rules that keep it fun instead of messy. We also draw a bright line around permission and theft, then close with a run of original songs that move from family tribute to situational awareness to a comedic take on AI overload. • behind-the-scenes setup for a “weird” chunked recording • growing up around many music genres and how that shapes taste • using Suno AI to write and record new tracks • the Lady Devil handle inspiring a tribute song and a remix challenge • clear boundaries on copyright and why scraping audio is theft • why genre preference does not equal song quality • a nod to other remix challenges and community shout-outs • tribute to Ted Leonard Jr and the Polker Kings • “Not Paranoid” and the difference between fear and awareness • a cappella appreciation and the power of the human voice • comedic “AI conspiracy” lyrics about tech everywhere Like and subscribe to Christitutionalist Politics Podcast and share episodes. We need your help. SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial12) What Does It Mean To Govern By TruthExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe hand off to Ed Bondarenka’s interview with Michigan governor candidate Ralph Rebant as he argues he is being targeted through a ballot signature challenge and vows to fight it through the courts. We also press into his Christian worldview on governing, from taxes and budgets to prisons, infrastructure, guns, and even a gold-backed depository concept. • rebroadcast setup and why this interview airs • claim of ballot access obstruction and critique of unelected election staff • election integrity concerns tied to record retention and accountability • Rebant’s background as pastor, entrepreneur, and former union member • moral case against expanding casinos and gambling • faith-based prison reform and recidivism outcomes • truth as a unifying message and the lighthouse symbolism • 2022 campaign lessons and resistance from party leadership • questions on lieutenant governor selection and constitutional process • Flint water crisis priorities and Line 5 framed as international • proposal to eliminate property tax and restructure school administration • budget cutting plan, privatization, and a “REBA” audit approach • Second Amendment support, constitutional carry, and repeal of red flag laws • gold and silver legal tender proposal through a state depository model SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3E153) Bring Back StandardsExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe start with a blunt “standards” rant sparked by kids in pajamas at the movie theater and end up in a bigger argument about parenting, boundaries, and what we normalize in public. Then we pivot into a satire song that turns into a serious warning about clickbait, TLDR culture, and why details and context still matter. • why “let kids be kids” can still require clear public standards • the difference between helicopter parenting and being hands off • tough love as teaching right and wrong without excuses • how entitlement grows when rules never apply • concerns about adult content pushed on kids and what “age appropriate” should mean • “Grumpy Old Man’s TV Time” as satire with serious undertones • media literacy basics: facts, names, dates, context, and reading past headlines • health realities and the need for rest and self care SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  AI images/videos/audio CTP uses: https://tinyurl.com/GalaxyMagicaAI    https://tinyurl.com/BookPromotionViaFiverr   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial11) Fraud Up CloseWe lay out why Medicare fraud keeps thriving and why “everybody knows” still doesn’t lead to real consequences. We connect public program abuse to incentives, oversight failures, and one personal story that makes the stakes feel real. • Video exclusive week context and why dates may not match release timing • Quick look back at books and authors week guests and topics • Claims of widespread taxpayer funded fraud and why enforcement feels absent • Critique of task forces, congressional oversight, and political accountability • Debate over spending on prevention versus costly enforcement later • Medicare billing lapses explained through a family caregiving experience SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial10) Rising Tide Reality (Not the Climate Money Laundering kind, the real Economics kind)Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspective  We challenge the feel good slogan “a rising tide lifts all boats” and argue the more honest version is “most boats,” especially when people sabotage their own outcomes. We connect tax policy, inflation math, and personal finance choices to a bigger question about responsibility, education, and what actually improves real life buying power. • why “rising tide” does not lift everyone • the Laffer Curve idea behind tax cuts • separating charity for the unable from enabling the unwilling • Social Security as a safety net, not a safety hammock • no tax on tips, who benefits, and where a cap might fit • wage growth versus inflation and real buying power • why basic economics and accounting should be taught • adjusting withholding to keep more money per paycheck SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial9) No Kings But King JesusExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe challenge “No Kings, No War” by digging into American history, national security realities, and the Bible passages people often quote without reading carefully. • video exclusives week context and why older recordings are airing on audio platforms • Palm Sunday framing and reflections leading into Good Friday and Easter Sunday • invitation to speak on Maverick News and discussion of the No Kings No War rally • why “No kings but King Jesus” matters historically and theologically • critique of anti-Christian activism and shallow civic memory • real-world security risks and why conflict blows up tidy plans • Isaiah 2:4 and Luke 22:36 as complementary passages when read in context • music segments that reinforce tough love truth telling and national reflection • mention of Rollercoasters, The Life Kind and where to find it SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial8) The DOGE Cuts Reality CheckExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveI push back on the “DOGE cuts” panic by putting the numbers in context and asking why a few billion in trims gets sold like a catastrophe inside a multi-trillion-dollar federal budget. I also argue that public broadcasting and many political spending narratives survive on emotion and headlines rather than clear math, clear accountability, and honest tradeoffs. • questioning claims that DOGE cuts are widespread and severe • explaining why Congress must codify cuts for permanence • comparing a few billion in cuts to a roughly $7T budget • arguing growth alone cannot erase a structural deficit • making the case for voluntary funding of NPR and PBS • clarifying what cutting CPB funding does and does not do • critiquing baseline budgeting and calling for real cuts • challenging “balanced budget” claims from past eras • calling for facts, context, and measurable outcomes over spin SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial7) Accountability of all people in all things (consistency)Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond - all in Biblical perspectiveWe sound the alarm on education and civic literacy, connecting school choice fights to a broader breakdown in how people understand government and responsibility. We push for practical action beyond venting, ending with a blunt mirror check on what we each do to drive change. • video exclusives schedule and how dates can mislead audio listeners • frustration with Senate gridlock around the Save America Act • debate over voter ID, citizenship verification, and claims of access barriers • school choice as a fight over funding control rather than spending levels • criticism of teachers unions and incentives in public school funding • push for core academics plus economics, budgeting, and accounting basics • call to restore civics and real history to strengthen a constitutional republic • warning about confusing political labels and expanding federal power • “mirror moment” challenge to call, write, organize, and support proven candidates SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3E152) Your Life Has Seasons And Context Changes EverythingExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We share a quick lead-in on why this audio release comes from a prior video exclusive, then we get honest about how messy and normal it is to live with shifting moods. We tie that “complex beings” reality to seasons, context, grief and regret, and a run of original songs about time, loneliness, and hanging on when life feels heavy.• why some references may be dated due to the release format• “complex beings” as a framework for mood shifts and inner contradictions• seasons of life and why context changes meaning• writing through loss, grief, guilt, and regret• short, medium, and long goals that can conflict over time• songs that explore burnout, moral action, loneliness, friendship, and resilienceSEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3MaySpecial6) BooksAuthorsWeekMay2026 A Dog Gets A VoiceExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We talk with debut author Holly B. Gutwillinger about North Of Broken And Forever Home and how a real rescue dog sparked poems that grew into a full novel. We also chase a few craft rabbit holes about grammar, reviews, and why story matters more than rules. • meeting Holly and the backstory of living in Northern Ontario and beyond • why the book centers on a rescue mission and a midlife unraveling • giving Sully a point of view without having him talk to humans • how poems in a dog’s voice turned into chapters and a finished manuscript • fiction as a way to broaden the audience while keeping the truth • Oxford comma fatigue and the bigger debate about writing “rules” • handling critique and malicious reviews while staying focused on readers • plans for future books including a Valentine’s Day release goal • inviting listener pet stories for a cameo and acknowledgements idea http://RamblingsFromTheLittleShed.com SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial5) BooksAuthorsWeekMay2026 Grace After RelapseExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We talk with S.E. Schritter about turning a devastating family story into a memoir that helps other people face addiction, relapse, shame, and grief with honesty and grace. We also get practical about writing and publishing, from creative nonfiction craft to word count, pricing, and making books accessible. • pronouncing a hard last name and jumping into Author Week • growing up near Chicago and moving through Minnesota, Oregon, and South Carolina • the heart of Prodigal Son and why readers respond to addiction recovery memoirs • relapse inside a marriage and the reality of hidden drinking • a DUI crash, legal fallout, and the shock of a cancer diagnosis • writing from wounds while protecting the reader’s clarity and focus • editing hard, cutting chapters, and thinking about page count and cost • the Oxford comma debate and why details change meaning We like and subscribe to Christitutionalist Politics Podcast and share episodes. We need your help. SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial4) BooksAuthorsWeekMay2026 Inside The Jackson MacKenzie Chronicles With Author Angel GiacomoExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We sit down with author Angel Giacomo to trace the real-life roots of her military fiction and how a trauma-shaped lead character turns into a full universe of connected standalones. Along the way we geek out on Theodore Roosevelt history, West Point details, book awards, and the strange way a simple joke can unlock a real lesson.• Angel’s Oklahoma background and the online author connection • The Jackson MacKenzie Chronicles trilogy and the larger character web • Using POW and Vietnam-era inspiration to write trauma with respect • Golden Feather and the meaning behind the eagle feather tradition • Book awards, nominations, and what they signal in a massive market • The Shadowlands series and a Roosevelt descendant as main character • A neighbor’s ghost question that sparks a new story direction • Dual Convergence: Witness To History and blending memory with history • The Kettle Hill origin story and why names matter in research • Publishing skepticism, query letters, and being “too close” to a subject • Total books published and the unexpected family cookbook project SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial3) Books Authors Week May 2026 Hybrid Publishing That Puts Authors First  Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We sit down with publisher Michael J. Clausen, CEO of Illumify Media, to talk about how hybrid publishing can give authors professional quality without losing control of their work. We get into rights, royalties, cover design, distribution, and what it takes to become a “360-degree author” who can actually cut through the noise. • why Michael uses his middle initial and how name confusion even sparked the interview • what Illumify Media does for authors, from coaching to editing to global distribution • why traditional publishing can feel like losing control of your own book rights • how hybrid publishing works, including higher royalties and more author say • why McHenry Press exists as an imprint and what brand focus it signals • how titles, subtitles, and cover design decisions affect Amazon browsing behavior • what makes a book cover work at thumbnail size • how an author community model changes the long-term relationship after launch • the “360-degree author” framework and why story matters for marketing • how IngramSpark supports print-on-demand and worldwide fulfillment • launch promotion tactics, review strategy, podcast outreach, and AI-driven visuals SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial2) BooksAuthorsWeekMay2026 Chris Choate Apollo WeptExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We talk with Christopher Choate, a former Air Force weapon systems officer, about how a lifetime of flying, planning, and watching culture shift turns into the dystopian satire Apollo Wept. We dig into a future mission to intercept the Voyager probe, the cost of erasing history, and the simple habits that help writers catch ideas before they disappear.• Christopher’s background from the F-4 Phantom to the F-15E Strike Eagle and how that shapes his fiction• The 2020 catalyst and the strategic question of where cultural trends lead in 50 to 100 years• Apollo Wept’s dystopian America where the Constitution is declared unconstitutional and history gets purged• The Voyager plaque premise and the USS Despair mission to “correct” humanity’s message to the cosmos• Star Trek influences and using science fiction as satire rather than a lecture• Sequel and prequel possibilities plus what Christopher is writing next• Practical writer’s block advice, running for ideas, and dictating notes to yourself fast• Building characters from real mannerisms including a father-inspired voice and an onboard ideology enforcerSEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3E151) Animal Farm And The Trap Of EquityExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We leave the theater after Animal Farm and use its themes to question what “equality” really means in a messy world shaped by free will and human limits. We push back on equity as guaranteed outcomes, argue for reality-based thinking, and challenge you to act instead of getting lulled into bread and circus distraction. • reacting to Animal Farm as a warning about power and language • rejecting collectivist absolutism with examples from biology and daily life • separating spiritual equality from unequal talents and capabilities • defining equality of opportunity and critiquing equity of outcomes • explaining merit as the natural result of skill, effort, and calling • arguing that unrestrained capitalism leads to monopoly and cronyism • outlining the political spectrum from anarchy to total state control • stressing that limited government depends on moral citizens and self-restraint • using ladder and boat metaphors to challenge victimhood politics • urging listeners to think clearly, face hard truths, and stay engaged SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EMaySpecial1) Living With Crohn’s (or other) DiseaseExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We talk with Daniel Lugo about the first signs that led to a Crohn’s disease diagnosis and what it takes to live with a chronic digestive illness day after day. We also dig into resilience, faith, and how writing a book can turn pain into purpose without pretending the struggle is easy. • noticing early warning signs like blood in stool and taking them seriously • facing the fear of “Crohn’s or colon cancer” and getting clarity through colonoscopy • understanding Crohn’s disease vs ulcerative colitis and why Crohn’s can affect the whole digestive tract • managing chronic illness with daily medication and long-term planning • enduring multiple surgeries and protecting your mindset through setbacks • treating hardship as a teacher and choosing a more grateful perspective • leaning on faith when life feels unstable • writing a book as therapy plus practical publishing lessons like deadlines and protecting your title I would like to invite those that you know like what I have to say to follow me on social media, uh like I said, the Lugo official SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3E150) States Of ConfusionExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We set up a simple challenge for a divided country: keep your convictions, but bring more empathy and basic politeness back into public life. Then we pivot to “States Of Confusion,” a parody song and remix idea that pokes fun at the red state blue state mess while still aiming for common ground. • the show’s purpose and how the audio lead-in works • our books and why the Life and Living titles stand alone • “masses of asses” and why public life feels meaner • choosing smiles, hello, and small courtesies as a civic reset • the left-right divide and our view of Judeo-Christian foundations • biblical community versus forced collectivism • Dana Perino shout-out and the idea of positivity • “States Of Confusion” song and the remix challenge SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EAprSpecial9) What Does It Mean To Leave A Legacy Online?Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We talk through a practical way to preserve family memories so they don’t get lost in cloud accounts, hacked profiles, or forgotten hard drives. We share how myArtKit can hold photos, video, audio, and written stories in one place so your loved ones can revisit them for decades. • a real memorial account example and why it matters • why typical cloud storage and social media are fragile • saving photos video audio and text together • lifetime accounts memorial accounts and family pages • event collections where everyone can contribute • assigning editors to add names context and history • using good prompts to capture better stories • AI tools as enhancements not replacements for real voices • QR codes for sharing a legacy at funerals and beyond SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/JLDonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear  A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3E149) Data Centers Questions and SolutionsExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We challenge the hype and fear around new data centers by focusing on what actually changes local water use and electric demand. We argue that if these projects are inevitable, the public should push for clear engineering answers and enforceable rules instead of empty talking points.• why the show pivots from air cooling to water-cooled data centers• why water near electronics feels like a bad risk• open-loop water use versus closed-loop recirculation• why requiring air-cooled systems could be a workable local compromise• why promised data center job counts are often inflated• how tax revenue can grow without real relief for residents• how political sound bites fuel confusion instead of solutions• requiring rooftop solar and small wind to reduce grid strain• the limits of stopping projects when incentives are alignedSEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/JLDonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3EAprSpecial8) Purpose After LossExploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   I sit down with Val Cleppen to talk about what happens to your faith, your identity, and your daily life after stillbirth and deep loss. We trace the messy middle of grief and the slow, surprising way God can rebuild purpose through Scripture, community, and a new calling. • Val’s upbringing and the life she swore she would never live • how loss shatters “the plan” and forces a new definition of purpose • stillbirth and the shock of hearing there is no heartbeat • the quiet of the delivery room and sensing God’s presence • guilt, shame, and feeling like a failure as a mother • why humor matters when life gets unbearable • the funeral and the brutal finality of a tiny casket • grief stages and why grief is cyclical • “I need my pain” and why fixing is not helping • anger with God and learning to channel anger without sin • Psalm 139 as a turning point toward God’s comfort • rejecting meaningless work and rebuilding family life with intention • the nudge to start a podcast and creating The Motherhood Experience • where to find Val and join her email list SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/JLDonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP (S3E148) The Psychology Of Denial (exploring human nature)Rebranding/Rebroadcast of Gandies Slays cast across CTP platforms • why routine can numb awareness of real threats • choosing delusion over discomfort and how to break it • situational awareness without paranoia • using historical fiction to teach facts people ignore • technology as both information access and misinformation amplifier • judging by character instead of identity labels • survivor’s guilt, PTSD, suicidal thoughts and finding meaning • imposter syndrome, pride versus hubris and the “gray areas” • free will, faith, deeds and the responsibility to act SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/JLDonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP BooksAuthorsWeekApril2026E (S3EAprSpecial7)  Escape The Owner Prison (What If Your Work Is Stealing (not sealing) Your Legacy?)Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We talk with Richard Walsh about the moment a thriving business turns into an owner prison and how losing everything forces a hard reset on identity, priorities, and faith. We leave with a simple challenge: build systems that protect your time, show up for your family, and finish well. • Why “sharpen the spear” means constant growth in faith, mindset, and discipline • Richard’s path from the Marine Corps to entrepreneurship and reinvention • The identity trap of becoming what you do • The 2008 to 2009 crash and the decision to choose family over status • What Escape The Owner Prison teaches about delegation, systems, and vision • How businesses strain marriages and why grace keeps relationships alive • Fatherhood, homeschooling, and raising kids with purpose • Why waiting for perfect conditions can keep life on hold SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2210487/fan_mail/new https://tinyurl.com/SubscribeToCTP  CTP Audios: https://tinyurl.com/CTPonBuzzsprout CTP Videos: https://tinyurl.com/JLDonBITCHUTE https://tinyurl.com/CTPgear  https://tinyurl.com/JLenardDetroitGear   A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster

"GIVE FEEDBACK (or reach out via: https://JosephMLenard.us/contact)"CTP BooksAuthorsWeekApril2026D (S3EAprSpecial6) SCANDALnavian writing?Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond   We sit down with A.L. Jensen to get into cozy mysteries, Nordic culture, and why tiny writing choices like commas can change everything. We also hear how Midsummer Marriage and Murder builds a charming town, a midlife sleuth, and a lakeside crime into a series readers can jump into anywhere. • Books Slash Authors Week setup and a quick behind-the-scenes intro • Why punctuation choices like the Oxford comma matter • Using run-on sentences and fragments on purpose in fiction • The Hygge House Cozy Mystery Series premise and tone • Midsummer Marriage And Murder plot setup with a wedding and a body by the lake • Mina Halanen as a detail-driven amateur sleuth in midlife • Nordic and Scandinavian influence plus a glossary of terms for readers • How earlier historical fiction connects to a move toward lighter cozy mysteries • Book coaching, writing groups, and getting your story told • Where to find A.L. Jensen online at aljensen.com CTP BooksAuthorsWeekApril2026D (S3EAprSpecial6) Scandalnavian writing? A Short Story: A Lasting Legacy? book Trailer Support the showJLenardDetroit SUBSCRIBE- Author, Blogger, Podcaster