Episodes
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Young Men, God Has Not Given Up on You | Your Generation Needs You
If you are a young American man, this message is for you. You are not going to inherit the same world your father inherited. The economic conditions are different, cultural institutions are increasingly hostile to men, and many young men feel discouraged, overlooked, and uncertain about their...
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Young Men, Building Local, and the Future of the Christian Right
We’re back live for more post-midterm analysis on Conversations That Matter. Jon Harris pushes back on the popular theory that Republicans would have won if they had catered to young white men and the podcast class. He walks through the exit poll and demographic data, examines why Brandon Gill…
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What the 2026 Midterms Reveal About the Future of American Conservatism
Substack referenced: https://jonharris.substack.com/publish/post/223348405 The 2026 midterm elections have delivered a major warning to Republicans and conservatives. What happened, why did it happen, and what does it mean for the future of American politics? In this episode of Conversations That...
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Whatever Happened to the American Cowboy? | The History of the Western
The American cowboy was once the quintessential American hero. Courageous, independent, honorable, and willing to confront evil, he embodied virtues that generations of Americans admired. But somewhere along the way, the cowboy changed. Listen to "Old Cowboys Never Die" Spotify:...
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Can Christians Win the Culture War by Defending Children? | Katy Faust
What happens when we put adult desires ahead of children's rights? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, I speak with Katie Faust, founder of Them Before Us and author of several books on children, family, and pro-child politics. We discuss why children have a fundamental interest in…
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Why More Christian Families Are Choosing Homeschooling | Brad Stafford
Why are more Christian families choosing to homeschool their children? And what should parents know before making the decision? On this episode of *Conversations That Matter*, Jon Harris speaks with Brad Stafford, father of eight and founder of Anyone Can Homeschool, about the growing interest in...
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News Roundup: Christianity Today, Samuel Sey, James Lindsay Scandal & Brazil's Political Shift
This week on Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris covers the latest developments in Christian institutions, conservative politics, and the broader cultural landscape. Christianity Today faces questions about its leadership and direction. Point Loma Nazarene University draws criticism for…
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Standing Shoulder to Shoulder: Co-Belligerence, Coalition Building, and Freedom of Conscience
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NatCon Sparks Debate: Avital Levi on Nationalism, Liberalism, and Israel
What did the NatCon conference in Jerusalem reveal about the future of nationalism, liberalism, and the relationship between Israel and the West? In this episode of *Conversations That Matter*, Jon Harris speaks with Dr. Avital Levi, director of educational programs at the Herzl Institute in...
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How Christians Can Build Businesses That Shape America | Nate Fischer
What happens when Christians bring their understanding of human nature, theology, and the good life into the worlds of business, technology, and politics? In this episode of *Conversations That Matter*, I sit down with Nate Fischer, co-founder of New Founding and a founding backer of American...
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The New Face of the Religious Left: Democratic Pastors Running in Red States
Democratic candidates with pastoral backgrounds are running competitive campaigns in traditionally Republican states, using Christian language to promote progressive political positions. What does this development mean for American Christians, and how should we understand the rise of the…
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News Roundup: Trans Suicide Claim, Death Penalty, Rock Christian Revival?
In this News Roundup, Jon Harris covers the latest developments in American politics, the Christian church, and the broader cultural landscape. From the controversy surrounding YouTube’s copyright complaint against *All Are Not Welcome* to the biblical case for capital punishment, this episode...
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Why Is Northern Ireland Still Christian? Lessons From Ireland for America
Why is Northern Ireland still comparatively Christian while the Republic of Ireland has seen such a dramatic collapse in Christian practice and cultural influence? I talk with Pastor @j_bambrick about conversion, discipleship, Christian institutions, free speech, Enoch Burke, and what Christians…
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The Forgotten War That Created the American Southwest
What did the Mexican-American War have to do with the Civil War, Manifest Destiny, Texas, California, and the modern American Southwest? Jon Harris sits down with Thomas Wayne Riley of the American Southwest Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about the Mexican-American War and the history…
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Why I Care About the Episcopal Church
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How the Episcopal Church Lost Its Way - Rev. Jacob Dell
What happened to the Episcopal Church and America's Protestant establishment? In this conversation, we trace the transformation of the Episcopal Church and other mainline Protestant institutions, from their historic place in American religious life to the rise of theological liberalism,...
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News Roundup: SBC, Lawson, Christian Persecution & the True Culture of Death
This week on the Conversations That Matter podcast, Jon Harris covers a wide-ranging news roundup touching on the Southern Baptist Convention, Christian persecution, the Catholic Church, the Christian Nationalism debate, Steve Lawson, and what Jon calls the “true culture of death.” Jon begins…
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Let's Define Godliness by the Right Things
What actually makes someone a strong Christian? A viral post claimed that the strongest Christians watch Disney movies, avoid politics, wear bikinis, drink alcohol, shop at Target, and celebrate Halloween. The argument was that Christians who impose restrictions on these things are essentially...
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Democrats Backing Down From "Trans Sports?" Don't Buy it!
The Democratic Party appears to be changing its tune on transgender athletes competing in women’s sports. Politicians including Gavin Newsom, Pete Buttigieg, and James Talarico have recently used the language of fairness and safety when discussing women’s sports. That represents a significant...
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The Battle for the SBC Is Not Over | William Wolfe on What Comes Next
Jon Harris sits down with William Wolfe of the Center for Baptist Leadership to discuss what has happened since Willie Rice became president of the SBC and what comes next. The conversation covers the Truth and Unity Amendment, the effort to prevent women from serving as pastors in the SBC,...
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Canada Is a Warning to America
Dr. D. Millard Haskell joins Conversations That Matter to explain what happened to Christianity's influence in Canada and why Americans should pay attention. Haskell, a sociologist and author of Christ or Collapse: The Case Against Godless Government, argues that the evidence points toward the...
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Why Christians Should Vote Republican in the Midterms
The 2026 midterms are approaching, and there is growing pressure on conservatives to sit out elections, reject Republican candidates, or pursue some kind of political accelerationism because Republicans have not accomplished everything conservatives hoped they would. In this episode of...
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Did Covenant College Put Woke Away?
In this episode of Conversations That Matter, I examine the Presbyterian Church in America, Covenant College, and the broader question of whether Christian institutions are actually moving away from the ideas associated with the social justice movement or simply giving them new names. I begin…
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News Roundup: The Politics of Race, Immigration, and Civilizational Identity
In this news roundup, I look at the controversy surrounding H-1B visas, the viral University of Texas football footage, and the argument over immigration, assimilation, race, culture, and the future of American identity. I also revisit the Lindsay Clancy jury and what the case reveals about the…
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25 Years After 9/11: What Happened to America?
Twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, what has happened to the country that came together in the aftermath of the attacks? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris reflects on his memories of 9/11 as a twelve-year-old living north of New York City, the fear and patriotism…
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Is the West Dying Out? The Demographic Crisis Explained
Are white people really dying out? Is the West facing demographic collapse? And why are birth rates falling throughout the developed world? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris is joined by statistician William M. Briggs to examine the numbers behind population decline,...
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News Roundup: Christian Persecution, Online Right Liabilities, & Vance a Socialist?
In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris tackles a wide-ranging news roundup touching on Christian persecution, the future of the American right, immigration, Islam, JD Vance, and the growing tensions within conservative politics. Jon begins with the 2026 Open Doors World Watch…
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The Lindsay Clancy Case and the Crisis of Empathy
What is happening to American women? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris sits down with Bethany Miller to discuss the Lindsay Clancy case, toxic empathy, social media, the radicalization of Gen Z, and the growing divide between young men and women. The conversation begins…
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The Rise of the Online Right with Scott Greer
Scott Greer joins Conversations That Matter to explain the rise of the online right and how it transformed American conservatism. Drawing from his new book White Pill: The Online Right and the Making of Trump's America, Greer walks through the history of the alt-right, the rise of Donald Trump…
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The Curse of Ham: What Does Genesis Actually Say?
The Curse of Ham is a theological idea that has been used throughout history in attempts to explain slavery, racial distinctions, and even racial hierarchy. But what does the biblical text actually say? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines Genesis 9 and the historical...
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News Roundup: Christian Nationalism, #churchtoo, G3 Collapses, and the Surrogacy Debate
What is happening in the Christian world right now? In this news roundup, Jon Harris covers a wide range of stories affecting Christians, including the collapse of the G3 Church Network, Phil Johnson's recent comments on Christian nationalism, a controversial surrogacy battle, Skillet's decision…
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Why Are People Attacking This Family?
A controversial family photo went viral on X, and the reaction exposed something deeper than an argument over adoption. Why were some people who consider themselves conservative accusing a Christian family of betraying their own race because they adopted two children? Why did people read sinister...
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The Fall of G3 Ministries and the End of an Era
This episode examines the controversy surrounding G3 Ministries, the allegations involving Pastor Tom Buck, the resignation of Ethan Jago, and the broader decline of a once influential institution within Reformed evangelicalism. The episode begins with audio from Pastor Matt Sykes of Praise Mill...
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News Roundup: The Internet Is Not Real Life, The Bible Belt Lives, & Alex Jones's New Age Religion
In this News Roundup, Jon Harris examines the Florida gubernatorial Republican primary and what the results reveal about the growing disconnect between online political influence and actual voters. The conversation then moves beyond Florida to the condition of the Bible Belt, the decline of...
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The Christian Vote Could Decide the Midterms | Troy Miller
This week on Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris sits down with Troy Miller, president and CEO of the National Religious Broadcasters, for a wide-ranging conversation about the upcoming midterms and the role of Christian voters. Miller discusses the dynamics shaping the 2026 elections, the...
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America Is Losing Its Hunters. Here's Why That Matters
America is losing its hunters. The number of Americans who hunt has been declining for decades, and that trend raises questions that go far beyond hunting itself. What happens to conservation when fewer people hunt? What happens to our relationship with land, animals, food, and the outdoors? And...
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The Candace Owen's Debate
In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines what happens when truth becomes a team sport. Why are we so quick to defend our political or ideological side, even when the facts may point elsewhere? We look at tribalism, bias, and the growing difficulty of pursuing truth in an...
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Did Martin Luther Inspire the Holocaust?
n this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines one of the most controversial questions surrounding Martin Luther: Did Luther’s writings inspire Adolf Hitler and the Holocaust? Luther unquestionably wrote deeply troubling things about Jews later in his life, particularly in On…
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The Problem With Thomas Sowell's “Black Rednecks” Thesis
Thomas Sowell is one of the thinkers I have recommended for years, particularly for his criticism of simplistic explanations for racial disparities. But I think one of the central arguments in Black Rednecks and White Liberals does not hold up as well as many conservatives assume. In this…
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Are You Really Disqualified From Pastoral Ministry?
This episode tackles one of the most difficult questions surrounding pastoral ministry: Can a man who has committed serious sin ever become, or return to, the pastorate? After my conversation with Justin Peters on pastoral qualifications and permanent disqualification, several men reached out to...
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The Homeownership Crisis Is Becoming a Political Crisis
In this episode of Conversations That Matter, we examine one of the biggest challenges facing America: the growing disconnect between ownership, virtue, and political stability. Why are fewer young Americans buying homes? Is the affordability crisis creating the conditions for socialism? What…
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A Christian Man's Guide to Ambition and Faithfulness
How should Christian men think about ambition, success, influence, and vocation? In a culture obsessed with fame and personal achievement, Scripture points us toward something deeper: faithfulness. In this episode, I discuss why ambition is not the enemy, but why it must be directed by virtue,...
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The Issue with Evangelicals for Fauci
In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris revisits the COVID era through the lens of Anthony Fauci’s public statements and congressional testimony—including his decision to plead the Fifth. The discussion examines how many evangelical leaders and institutions responded at the time,...
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Does Sexual Sin Permanently Disqualify a Pastor? | Justin Peters
Should a pastor who commits adultery, habitually views pornography, or commits another serious moral failure ever return to ministry? In this episode, I sit down with Justin Peters to discuss one of the most controversial questions facing the evangelical church today. We examine the biblical...
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The Middle East Will Not Change Overnight: A Geopolitical Reality Check
The Middle East is once again dominating headlines, but are the most popular narratives actually true? In this conversation, geopolitical strategist and author Martin Skold joins Jon Harris to separate internet myths from geopolitical reality. They discuss why Iran remains a long-term strategic...
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News Roundup: Rick Appleton, The Odyssey, Iran, Steve Lawson, & More
This week on Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines the biggest stories shaping America, the church, and the wider world. Topics include: • The controversy surrounding The Odyssey and what it says about Western civilization. • Trump's response to the escalating conflict with Iran. •…
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Can Great Movies Make a Comeback? | Jon Harris & Wade Stotts
What makes a story timeless? Why are millions of people consuming 90-second "micro dramas" while classic films continue to inspire generation after generation? In this conversation, Jon Harris sits down with Wade Stotts of The Wade Show to discuss everything from rescoring Buster Keaton silent...
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Should Christians Partner with Turning Point USA? A Pastor's Honest Take
Should Christians work alongside Mormons, Roman Catholics, New Apostolic Reformation leaders, and others for political causes? Where is the line between prudent cooperation and compromising biblical truth? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, I sit down with Pastor Anthony Forsyth to...
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Basic Bibliology
Jon discusses the nature of scripture and how Christians should approach it. patreon.com/jonharrispodcast Our Sponsors:
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Trump Exposes Election Vulnerabilities – Declassification Coming
Donald Trump delivered a major speech on election integrity, announcing upcoming declassifications revealing foreign interference, especially from China, who accessed over 220 million U.S. voter files. In this video, I break down the key points: the need for photo ID and proof of citizenship,...