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First Liberty Live!
by First Liberty
First Liberty Live! brings you expert commentary on this unique moment in history from the leaders you know and trust—names like Senator Ted Cruz, Lt. Col. Oliver North, author and filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza, Fox News host and bestselling author Shannon Bream, and many more.
Episodes
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The Final Religious Liberty Commission Meeting
Watch Kelly Shackelford break down what happened at the last religious liberty commission meeting.
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Is Big Tech Silencing Faith & Conservative Voices?
A coalition of 16 attorneys general--led by Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird--has formally demanded answers from YouTube over its treatment of politically conservative content creators and channels. Today, we are sitting down with General Bird to confront a growing concern facing millions of...
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What Really Matters: Faith, Freedom & America’s Founding
What did America’s Founders truly believe about faith — and why does it still matter today? In his new book, What Really Matters, Tim Goeglein makes a compelling case that the strength of our nation has always been tied to our shared belief in God-given rights. This week on First Liberty Live!…
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We Won at the Supreme Court: Why This Case Matters (and What It Changes)
Last week, the Supreme Court delivered a historic 9-0 decision that stated the district court was wrong when it dismissed Gabe Olivier’s case without ever hearing its merits. This victory is a win for every American’s right to have their day in court when their First Amendment rights have been...
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Testimony of Fired Physician Assistant
When Valerie Kloosterman requested a religious accommodation for referring patients for gender-transition drugs or procedures, the University of Michigan Health System not only denied her request - they fired her for making it. Hospital officials also attacked her even though she had explained…
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How a Postal Worker Changed America
When the Supreme Court sets a precedent, it doesn’t just change one life – it opens the door for the lives of countless others to change. That’s exactly what happened after the landmark Groff v. DeJoy decision. The Court made it clear that employers can’t brush aside religious accommodations…
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They're Demanding He Teach First Graders About Same-Sex Marriage
Eric Martin-Rivera, a first-grade teacher, was recently at odds with his school's administration. When his district's curriculum called for teachers to read books featuring same-sex married couples to their students, Eric sought an accommodation. But the school's principal summoned Eric to her...
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Can You Pray At School? Breaking Down New Education Rules
On Thursday, February 5th, the U.S. Department of Education issued a much-needed update to federal guidance on prayer and religious expression in schools. For a better understanding, First Liberty’s Jeremy Dys explains the new guidance policy and how this change impacts teachers, coaches, school...
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250 Days to Celebrate 250 Years
In 1776, America declared independence—but more importantly, we declared something greater: Our rights come from God, not government. That idea changed the world. And it’s what we’re honoring in this once-in-a-generation campaign: 250 Years of Faith and Freedom. This historic initiative from…
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Off School Property: Solving the Separation of Church and State
You might be surprised to learn that thousands of public-school students are going off campus every day for religious instruction during school hours. Find out how that's possible in a remarkably well-produced documentary called Off School Property that will hit theaters all over America. It’s…
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His Path to the Supreme Court
Gabe Olivier has had the courthouse doors slammed in this face - twice. Watch Gabe Olivier share his story and then stay tuned as First Liberty attorney Nate Kellum discusses the upcoming oral argument at the Supreme Court.
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5 Key Supreme Court Precedents to Overturn
Right now, we have a unique opportunity to go on offense to expand our First Amendment rights. Together, we can work to overturn the bad precedents at the Supreme Court. None of them are out of reach. First Liberty's Kelly Shackelford and Jeff Mateer join in a roundtable discussion to unpack…
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When Silenced This High Schooler Stood Up for His Faith
Watch Zion share his story about what happened when he was silenced for sharing his faith during “social time” and why he decided to stand up and speak out.
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Live from the Religious Liberty Commission with Coach Joe Kennedy
On Monday, the President’s Religious Liberty Commission (RLC) met for the third time, and First Liberty once again played a major role in the direction and content of the meeting. Commission members heard testimony from First Liberty attorney Keisha Russell and clients Coach Joe Kennedy and...
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6 Big Wins You Need to Know About
When you fight to protect religious freedom, winning is critical. Thanks to God’s favor and your generous support, losing isn’t something we do. David Hacker, First Liberty’s Vice President of Legal Services, to fills you in on 6 recent wins and explain why each one is important.
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President Trump Says 'America Was Founded on Faith' -- Religious Liberty Commission
President Donald Trump spoke at the second Religious Liberty Commission hearing in Washington, D.C. The commissioners, including First Liberty President and CEO Kelly Shackelford, also heard from First Liberty clients who shared their stories.
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Judges, Law School and America | Leading the Way
We are witnessing the impact of the strong judicial appointments made during President Trump’s first term. First Liberty's precedent-setting Supreme Court wins for Coach Kennedy, Gerald Groff, school choice and the Bladensburg Peace Cross are a testimony to the importance of appointing…
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Leading the Way with Allie Beth Stuckey & Jonathan Skrmetti
Watch this message from Allie Beth Stuckey on how showing love through truth allows people of faith to bring clarity to difficult situations. Also hear an important message from Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti about a critical victory at the Supreme Court protecting children from...
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Alaska Airline Flight Attendants: 9th Circuit Oral Argument UNCUT
A few years ago, flight attendants Lacey and Marli were investigated, questioned and fired by Alaska Airlines for asking faith-based questions on an employee-only website about the company’s support of the Equality Act. That’s why we have asked the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to fix this issue....
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Should Students See the 10 Commandments at School?
Do you agree every well-rounded student should at least know about America’s important founding documents? Starting this fall, Arkansas will require privately donated copies of the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms. We went to Arkansas to talk to state lawmakers and...
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What the Heck v. Humphrey?
There’s nothing free about a free speech zone. Gabriel Olivier found that out the hard way. Gabriel, a strong believer in sharing his faith with others, routinely stood on a public sidewalk hoping to have peaceful conversations with others. But his city adopted an unconstitutional ordinance that...
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Finding Hope in a Negative World
Watch Aaron Renn, author of “Life in a Negative World,” discuss the world we live in and how the young men of Gen Z are driving a resurgence of faith throughout our nation.
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Understanding the First Amendment in the Age of Rage
Jonathan Turley, one of the most respected constitutional scholars in the country, discusses the importance of our First Amendment rights and why it’s critically important to the future of our nation to make sure they are protected for future generations.
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Celebrating 100 Years: The Bladensburg Peace Cross
This week, the Bladensburg Peace Cross celebrated its 100th Anniversary. We were there to pay our respects to the fallen 49 World War I service members, their mothers, The American Legion and all of those who fought to keep it standing. Watch highlights from the ceremony and a special interview...
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Our Top Cases of 2025 so Far...
Kelly Shackelford joins First Liberty Live’s Stuart Shepard to discuss key victories from the past year, including three potential Supreme Court cases and our best opportunities to expand religious freedom for the next generation. We need your help to position First Liberty for a strong rest of...
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A Recap of the First Religious Liberty Commission Meeting
The President’s newly established Religious Liberty Commission met for the first time. As an appointed member of the Commission, I want to share with you what we discussed and what we hope to accomplish.
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Banished to a Free Speech Zone?
The Church of the Open Door in Waco Texas and its pastor Ronnie Holmes have asked for First Liberty’s help in setting Waco’s city leaders straight on the First Amendment. When Pastor Ronnie and a small group from his church attended a festival in a city park that was open to the public, they…
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The Price of Freedom
Today, we remember D-Day, the sacrifices that were made and the freedoms that were preserved. Watch Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. (Jerry) Boykin share his thoughts on D-Day and why it’s important to memorialize the sacrifices made by our service members.
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The Ten Commandments: An Unexpected Comeback
Right now, we are seeing waves of legislation from coast to coast requiring either the Ten Commandments or our national motto “In God We Trust” to be displayed in government buildings and public schools. Watch Patriot Mobile’s Leigh Wambsganss and First Liberty’s Nate Kellum explain why this is...
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Is it Good for Churches to Endorse Candidates from the Pulpit?
Watch First Liberty’s Jeremy Dys unpack the Johnson Amendment, discuss its overarching impact on faith in America and explain why we should consider repealing it.
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Big Win for Parents and Kids
We just got a huge first victory for the Encinas family. Just a year ago, a school in Encinitas, CA used its “Buddy Activity Program” to force its fifth-grade students to deliver a message affirming gender ideology to their younger kindergarten buddies. When a family asked the school to notify…
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A Preview of the Presidential Commission on Religious Freedom
During the National Day of Prayer ceremony in the Rose Garden, President Trump signed an executive order creating the Presidential Commission on Religious Freedom. Our President and CEO, Kelly Shackelford, has been appointed to serve on the Commission. To give you a better understanding of the...
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We Don’t Do Prayer!
Tarin Swain used her allotted time at her city council to pray, asking God to strengthen opponents in their fight against the implementation of this dangerous policy. The Ventura Mayor interrupted her, demanding she stop by saying, “We [the City of Ventura] don’t do prayer.” Watch Tarin Swain and...
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Can the Government Take Away your Rights as a Parent?
Hiram Sasser, Executive General Counsel, breaks down why parental rights are so important for religious liberty in one of our new cases.
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Putting Religious Expression in a Box?
Gabriel Olivier is an evangelical Christian who shares his faith with others while standing outside of well-attended events on a public sidewalk in a public park. To silence Gabriel, the City of Brandon passed an unconstitutional ordinance that Iimits his ability and the ability of others from...
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Bringing Back the Ten Commandments
Watch this interview with First Liberty’s Stephanie Taub. Stephanie, fresh off testifying in support of the Ten Commandments proposed legislation, will share her experience before Arkansas lawmakers and let us know what the future holds for the bill.
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Coming to a Classroom Near You?
Matt Krause explains the bill in Texas to put the Ten Commandments back in the classroom. Read more about this bill in our latest Insider article >>
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Case Denied But More to Come
The Supreme Court declined to hear the case of Fire Chief Ron Hittle. First Liberty Senior Counsel Stephanie Taub explains why there’s a silver lining in this response from the Court.
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Why Our Nation is No Accident
America was truly founded because of God’s Providence. It was no accident. In the 2025 movie The American Miracle: Our Nation is No Accident, it takes us on a journey through some of the most significant events in America’s birth and rise to prosperity and power. To learn more about this upcoming...
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Jack Hibbs on Religious Liberty: Live at NRB
We sit down on set with Jack Hibbs, pastor at Calvary Chapel in Southern California, to discuss religious liberty. Check out Real Life Network >>
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An NRB Conversation with Kelly Shackelford
We're live from the National Religious Broadcasters Convention with our President, Chief Counsel and CEO, Kelly Shackelford.
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The State of Religious Liberty in 2025: Live at NRB
We're here at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention. Mike Farris, General Counsel of NRB joins the show!
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Restoring Faith in our Schools: Live at NRB
We're live with Tim Barton, President of WallBuilders at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention.
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Engaging with Gen Z: Live at NRB
We're live with Abigail DeJarnatt, founder and CEO of Counteract USA at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention.
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Uncommon Courage: Live at NRB
We’re live at the National Religious Broadcaster’s convention with First Liberty Counsel, Keisha Russell!
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It’s Time for the Supreme Court to Weigh In
First Liberty has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to take the Fire Chief Ron Hittle and the Bethesda University cases. They will be conferencing on both cases Friday morning. Will the Supreme Court justices say “Yes?” Watch First Liberty attorneys Stephanie Taub and Jeremy Dys breakdown these cases...
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A Teacher's Cross to Bear
Right now, a devoted teacher of 32 years is fighting for her faith – and her job. Marisol Arroyo-Castro's only "offense"? Refusing to hide a small crucifix at her desk. After three decades of dedicated service teaching Connecticut's children, school officials gave Marisol an impossible choice…
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In God We Trust with Sean Feucht
We sit down with Sean Feucht to discuss his latest album "In God We Trust" and how you can restore faith in America. Join the challenge >>
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An Update for the Faithful Carrier
In this interview, First Liberty Senior Counsel Stephanie Taub is joined by attorney Randy Wenger of the Independence Law Center to explain what’s going on with Gerald Groff after he won at the U.S. Supreme Court.
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What Trump's Executive Orders Mean for Religious Liberty
President and CEO Kelly Shackelford breaks down some of President Trump's executive orders and what they mean for religious freedom.
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First Liberty Live! brings you expert commentary on this unique moment in history from the leaders you know and trust—names like Senator Ted Cruz, Lt. Col. Oliver North, author and filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza, Fox News host and bestselling author Shannon Bream, and many more.
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