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Engage Arizona
by Center for Arizona Policy
Center for Arizona Policy (CAP) discusses politics and social issues with special guests. From Pro-Life to Pro-Marriage, Parents' Choice, and Parental Rights, no Public Policy topic is off-limits. If it affects Arizonans, Engage Arizona covers it. Center for Arizona Policy is a nonprofit advocacy group whose mission is to promote and defend the foundational values of life, marriage and family, and religious freedom.
Episodes
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Protecting Children from Online Exploitation with Haley McNamara
Peter Gentala sits down with Haley McNamara, Executive Director and Chief Strategy Officer of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, to discuss how families, lawmakers, and institutions can better protect children from online exploitation. They cover the role of Big Tech, the limits of…
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The Legacy of Dr. James Dobson: Jay Snyder on Faith, Family, and the Birth of CAP
Founding CAP board member Jay Snyder shares how Dr. James Dobson’s faith and leadership shaped a generation, and helped inspire the creation of the Center for Arizona Policy. From cassette tapes and radio broadcasts to a new AI-powered global ministry, Jay recounts powerful stories of obedience,...
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Truth Rising: John Stonestreet on Courage and Cultural Renewal
Join us for a special episode of Engage Arizona as CAP President Peter Gentala and VP of Marketing & Communications Bob Trent sit down with John Stonestreet, President of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview and daily voice behind Breakpoint. We dive into timely questions: How can Christians...
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Building Bridges Between Church and State with Greg Baker
At SoConCon 25, Bob Trent sits down with Greg Baker, founding director of the Church Ambassador Network, to discuss how pastors and government leaders can work together for the good of our communities. Greg shares the vision behind the Church Ambassador Network; connecting the church and…
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Jason McGuire on Faith, Freedom, and Fighting Lawfare in New York
At SoConCon 25 in Indianapolis, Bob Trent sits down with Jason McGuire, President of New York Families Foundation. Jason shares his journey from pastoring in the Finger Lakes to leading a statewide advocacy organization, confronting cultural battles on life, marriage, and justice. In this candid...
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Fighting Gender Ideology: Laura Hanford on Protecting Children
In this episode of Engage Arizona, host Bob Trent sits down with Laura Hanford of The Heritage Foundation’s Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Life, Religion, and Family. Laura shares her powerful story—from working on international religious freedom to becoming a leading voice in protecting...
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Giving Every Child a Chance with Matt Frendaway
In this episode of Engage Arizona, Bob Trent sits down with Matt Frendaway, Executive Director of Yes Every Kid Foundation, to talk about the future of education in America. Matt shares why the current education system is too often designed for politics instead of children, how Arizona has become…
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Matt Sharp on Public Policy and Defending Women's Sports
Bob Trent sits down with Matt Sharp from Alliance Defending Freedom to discuss how ADF has shifted from reactive legal advice to proactive public policy work. They cover: Crafting legally sound legislation on life, religious freedom, parental rights, and marriage & family Addressing gender…
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Ryan McCann on Protecting Kids & Families
At SoConCon 25, Engage Arizona host Bob Trent sits down with Ryan McCann, President of the Indiana Family Institute, for a powerful conversation on defending parental rights, protecting children, and advancing pro-life laws. They discuss Indiana’s landmark parental rights protections, the fight...
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Protecting Children Online with Casey Stefanski
In this episode of Engage Arizona, host Bob Trent sits down with Casey Stefanski, founder of the Digital Childhood Alliance (DCA), to talk about protecting children in today’s hyper-connected world. The DCA is a new nonprofit with a powerful mission: protect kids online and empower parents. From...
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Americans United for Life's Fight Against Chemical Abortion with Brad Kehr
In this episode of Engage Arizona recorded at SoConCon 2025, host Bob Trent sits down with Brad Kehr from Americans United for Life (AUL) to discuss the critical work being done to protect life in our nation. Brad shares his personal journey into the pro-life movement and explains how AUL serves…
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Inside the Battle for Your Child’s Education
This episode of Engage Arizona is part of a special series of interviews from the 2025 Social Conservative Policy Conference (SoConCon). SoConCon brings together the most influential policy leaders in America to debate ideas, develop strategies and action steps, and cast a fresh vision to…
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Fighting Trafficking & Porn with Helen Taylor of Exodus Cry
Helen Taylor from Exodus Cry joins Bob Trent at SoConCon 25 for a powerful conversation about the fight against sex trafficking, pornography, and the cultural and legal reforms needed to protect the vulnerable. Helen shares her personal calling into this work, the deep connections between...
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: The Next Fight for Life with SBA Pro-Life America
This episode of Engage Arizona is part of a special series of interviews from the 2025 Social Conservative Policy Conference (SoConCon). SoConCon brings together the most influential policy leaders in America to debate ideas, develop strategies and action steps, and cast a fresh vision to…
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: FTC Chair Investigates Deceptive Medical Practices on Children
In this episode of Engage Arizona, Bob Trent speaks with Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Ferguson about the FTC’s investigation into potentially deceptive medical practices targeting children. Chairman Ferguson explains how federal law empowers the agency to protect consumers—especially...
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Engage Arizona at SoConCon 25: Rebuilding Culture with Aaron Baer
What happens when over half of America’s children are raised outside of intact families—and why should Christians care? In this episode of Engage Arizona, Bob Trent sits down with Aaron Baer, President of Center for Christian Virtue (Ohio), for a wide-ranging conversation on marriage, education,...
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Combating Sexual Exploitation with Dr. Marcel van der Watt
Join Peter Gentala, President of the Center for Arizona Policy, as he engages in a powerful conversation with Dr. Marcel van der Watt, President of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation. With over 20 years of experience in fighting against sexual exploitation, Dr. van der Watt shares his...
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What’s On Your Ballot: Breaking Down Arizona’s Key Propositions
Presented by: Center for Arizona Policy Action Episode Overview: In this episode of Engage Arizona, we take a close look at the key propositions on your ballot this November. Our expert guests, Jenna Bentley, Cindy Dahlgren, and Scot Mussi, break down the most critical issues facing Arizona…
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Post-Roe Reflections and the Church’s Role
In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of the pro-life movement following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. We first hear from Ryan T Anderson, President of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, who offers a comprehensive analysis of the current legal and...
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The Future of Educational Freedom in Arizona
Host: Cathi Herrod, and Chris St John, Center for Arizona Policy Guests: Matt Beienburg, Goldwater Institute Bethany Miller, Center for Arizona Policy Greg Scott, Center for Arizona Policy Overview: Chris St John leads a discussion on Arizona's school choice options, featuring insights from Matt...
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Why Christians Must Engage in Our Post-Christian World
Host: Center for Arizona Policy’s Vice President of Policy, Greg Scott Episode Summary: In this episode, Greg Scott discusses Arizona's evolving political landscape and its implications for families, emphasizing the importance of Christian engagement in governance and public policy. He outlines…
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Understanding Pride Month Through a Biblical Worldview
Engage Arizona Podcast Episode with Dr. Andrew T. Walker Episode Title: Understanding Pride Month Through a Biblical Worldview Guest: Dr. Andrew T. Walker Summary: In this episode, Dr. Andrew T. Walker delves into how to understand the LGBT movement and Pride Month from a biblical perspective....
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A Biblical Response to Pride Month
Center for Arizona Policy VP of Policy Greg Scott and Community Relations Director Macario de la Cruz, Jr. have a conversation about a biblical response to pride month. Hosted by CAP’s VP of Advancement Chris St. John Register for the June 17 webinar entitled, “A Christian Response to Pride…
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Media Manipulation: and the Power of Words
Greg Scott, Center for Arizona Policy’s new Vice President of Policy joins us on Engage Arizona. Greg's background includes roles as the Director of Media and Public Relations at The Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C., as a Public Affairs Chief in the Department of Homeland Security, and a...
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Reclaiming Truth: With Tucker Carlson; Part 2
In this week's episode of Engage Arizona, join us for the compelling conclusion of Tucker Carlson's address from the 2023 CAP Family Dinner. In part two, Tucker explores his Christian faith and the fight against abortion, urging the importance of standing firm in our beliefs. He talks about the...
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Reclaiming Truth: The Personal Testimonies of Lauren Johnston and Tucker Carlson; Part 1
This week on Engage Arizona, we present part one of a special recording from our recent 2023 CAP Family Dinner. Lauren Johnston, with undeniable courage, took the stage to share her profound experiences, providing an intimate insight into the aftermath of abortion. We also welcomed Tucker Carlson...
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Preserving Fair Play: With Kim Miller and Lisa Fink
This week on Engage Arizona, we delve deep into a contentious issue shaking the foundations of female sports. Joined by guests Kim Miller, Founder and President of Arizona Women of Action, and Lisa Fink, President of Protect Arizona Children Coalition, the conversation confronts the growing...
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Digital Dangers: A Deep Dive with Dawn Hawkins
Dawn Hawkins, joins us this week on Engage Arizona. As the CEO of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE), Dawn is at the forefront of the mission to unmask the interconnections between all forms of sexual exploitation, be it sex trafficking, prostitution, or child sexual abuse. Her...
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Tim Goeglein: Reclaiming the Narrative - Civic Education and American History
We are re-broadcasting an important episode that tackles the current state of civic education and American history in our schools. Often either neglected or misrepresented, these subjects are crucial to understanding the foundations of our nation. Author Tim Goeglein, “Toward a More Perfect…
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Parental Rights with Heather Rooks and Bethany Miller
Peoria Unified School Board member Heather Rooks and CAP Legislative Counsel Bethany Miller join our Summer Issues Series to discuss how to navigate the complexities of parental rights, specifically surrounding schools and educational freedom. Heather calls herself the “notorious Peoria mom” and…
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Clarity Restored: A Story of Detransitioning with Katie Anderson
Katie Anderson, a remarkable individual with a unique journey, joined us on Engage Arizona podcast to share her personal experience. Having undergone medical intervention for gender dysphoria as a teenager and living as a man for seven years, Katie eventually sought guidance from the church,...
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Human Sexuality: A Biblical Response; Part 2
Part two of our conversation with Joe Dallas; author, speaker, and pastoral counselor, discussing how we are to biblically respond to issues of human sexuality, whether that is homosexuality or transgenderism.
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Human Sexuality: A Biblical Response; Part 1
Joe Dallas; author, speaker, and pastoral counselor, joined our Summer Issues Series to discuss how we are to biblically respond to issues of human sexuality, whether that is homosexuality or transgenderism.
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Putting children before adult desires
Katy Faust, Founder of Them Before Us, discusses how we need to reject the current ideology of social acceptance in order to defend our children’s rights.
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Engage Arizona with Voices for the Voiceless Vol.2
Josiah Friedman, founder, and CEO at Voices for the Voiceless, joins Engage Arizona again this week to continue the conversation on how abortion is truly a failure of community and how motherhood is actually a pathway to prosperity in America.
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Engage Arizona with Voices for the Voiceless Vol.1
Voices for the Voiceless joins Engage Arizona this week and outline how Abortion is truly a failure of community. This week’s conversation is part one of a two-part conversation you are not going to want to miss.
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American values from a biblical lens
Joseph Backholm joins Engage Arizona to discuss where we are in America from a Biblical Worldview.
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ESA Myths...DEBUNKED
You’ve heard all the hysteria around ESAs but what validity is there in the hysteria? Matt Beienburg, Director of Education Policy at Goldwater Institute joins the #EngageArizona pod to discuss the myths, and why they are just that…myths!
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Engage Arizona with Tim Goeglein
Civic education and American history have either not been taught or have been deliberately mistaught throughout our nation’s public – and in numerous cases, even our private – education systems. Author Tim Goeglein, “Toward a More Perfect Union: The Moral and Cultural Case for Teaching the Great...
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Engage Arizona is Relaunching This Week!
Join us as we dive into topics on life, religious freedoms, parental rights, education freedom, and cultural issues that confront us daily. We'll be talking with lawmakers, experts in specific fields, and Arizonans. Be sure to subscribe and select auto download so you don't miss a moment of the...
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The Right Way to Fight Back
The battle over abortion, the moral revolution changing sexual ethics, and challenging long-held parental rights. With so much coming at us as Americans, parents, church goers, the politically engaged – how do we fight back morally and effectively? Political commentator and writer, Ben Shapiro…
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Dobbs on the docket: A Historic Day at the U.S. Supreme Court
December 1, 2021 is a historic day. Nearly 49 years after the U.S. Supreme Court declared a right to abortion, justices will decide if Roe v Wade was wrongly decided and send the issue of abortion back to the states where it belongs. Oral arguments went on for two hours as pro-life warriors…
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Protecting Young Eyes, Part II
You don’t have to look far to see the impact of social media on our youth. In part one of Protecting Young Eyes, Chris McKenna detailed the negative emotional and psychological effects of a consistent diet of digital input, the messages being sent, and the consequences of children and teens...
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Protecting Young Eyes, Part I
A whistleblower at Facebook recently leaked inside information revealing the negative impact social media can have on teens. Although not completely a surprise, the confirmation from inside the parent company of Instagram caught parents’ attention. But social media and online games and other...
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A Worthy Investment: Equipping Younger Generations
Research shows millennials struggle with depression, fear, and anxiety. Many lack a sense of real meaning in life. Researchers say millennials are part of a generation in crisis, and the next generation is looking for answers. Len Munsil, former President of CAP and current President of Arizona...
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The Power of Voters: What NJ and VA tell AZ
Election 2022 is just a year away. Arizona will choose a new Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, U.S. Senator, and new state lawmakers. As surprise results in New Jersey and Virginia show us, these off year elections are critical opportunities for voters to redirect policy with which...
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The Decline of Decorum
Lawmaking, both state and national, greatly lack civility in today’s culture. How bad is it, and what is driving policy makers to jettison such a critical quality needed to get things done? We ask Arizona House Majority Leader Ben Toma for a glimpse inside the state Capitol and how he sees the...
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Center for Arizona Policy (CAP) discusses politics and social issues with special guests. From Pro-Life to Pro-Marriage, Parents' Choice, and Parental Rights, no Public Policy topic is off-limits. If it affects Arizonans, Engage Arizona covers it. Center for Arizona Policy is a nonprofit advocacy group whose mission is to promote and defend the foundational values of life, marriage and family, and religious freedom.
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Center for Arizona Policy (CAP) discusses politics and social issues with special guests. From Pro-Life to Pro-Marriage, Parents' Choice, and Parental Rights, no Public Policy topic is off-limits. If it affects Arizonans, Engage Arizona covers it. Center for Arizona Policy is a nonprofit advocacy...
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