Conversations That Matter
by Jon Harris
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- News Roundup: Steve Lawson Returns, Wesley Huff Accused, Nick Fuentes & Evangelicalism's Future · 1 h 17 minWhere is evangelicalism headed? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines several controversies within evangelical Christianity and the conservative…
- What Happened to Point Loma Nazarene University? · 46 minWhat happens when a Christian university begins to abandon the convictions it was founded to uphold? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris speaks with Point…
- Young Men, God Has Not Given Up on You | Your Generation Needs You · 21 minIf 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…
- Young Men, Building Local, and the Future of the Christian Right · 55 minWe’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…
- What the 2026 Midterms Reveal About the Future of American Conservatism · 1 h 56 minSubstack referenced: https://jonharris.substack.com/publish/post/223348405 The 2026 midterm elections have delivered a major warning to Republicans and conservatives. What…
- Whatever Happened to the American Cowboy? | The History of the Western · 33 minThe American cowboy was once the quintessential American hero. Courageous, independent, honorable, and willing to confront evil, he embodied virtues that generations of Americans…
- Can Christians Win the Culture War by Defending Children? | Katy Faust · 41 minWhat 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…
- Why More Christian Families Are Choosing Homeschooling | Brad Stafford · 42 minWhy 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*…
- News Roundup: Christianity Today, Samuel Sey, James Lindsay Scandal & Brazil's Political Shift · 43 minThis week on Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris covers the latest developments in Christian institutions, conservative politics, and the broader cultural landscape…
- Standing Shoulder to Shoulder: Co-Belligerence, Coalition Building, and Freedom of Conscience · 50 minSubstack article: https://jonharris.substack.com/p/standing-shoulder-to-shoulder?r=2j3qvv&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true Our Sponsors: * Check out Mars…
- NatCon Sparks Debate: Avital Levi on Nationalism, Liberalism, and Israel · 1 h 25 minWhat 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…
- How Christians Can Build Businesses That Shape America | Nate Fischer · 1 h 19 minWhat 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…
- The New Face of the Religious Left: Democratic Pastors Running in Red States · 59 minDemocratic candidates with pastoral backgrounds are running competitive campaigns in traditionally Republican states, using Christian language to promote progressive political…
- News Roundup: Trans Suicide Claim, Death Penalty, Rock Christian Revival? · 41 minIn this News Roundup, Jon Harris covers the latest developments in American politics, the Christian church, and the broader cultural landscape. From the controversy surrounding…
- Why Is Northern Ireland Still Christian? Lessons From Ireland for America · 1 h 0 minWhy 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…
- The Forgotten War That Created the American Southwest · 1 h 5 minWhat 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…
- Why I Care About the Episcopal Church · 8 minDocumentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BuWSPoH3ncE Our Sponsors: * Check out Mars Men and use my code Mengotomars.com for a great deal: https://mengotomars.com…
- How the Episcopal Church Lost Its Way - Rev. Jacob Dell · 1 h 22 minWhat happened to the Episcopal Church and America's Protestant establishment? In this conversation, we trace the transformation of the Episcopal Church and other mainline…
- News Roundup: SBC, Lawson, Christian Persecution & the True Culture of Death · 1 h 38 minThis 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…
- Let's Define Godliness by the Right Things · 30 minWhat 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…
- Democrats Backing Down From "Trans Sports?" Don't Buy it! · 30 minThe 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…
- The Battle for the SBC Is Not Over | William Wolfe on What Comes Next · 34 minJon 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…
- Canada Is a Warning to America · 45 minDr. 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…
- Why Christians Should Vote Republican in the Midterms · 48 minThe 2026 midterms are approaching, and there is growing pressure on conservatives to sit out elections, reject Republican candidates, or pursue some kind of political…
- Did Covenant College Put Woke Away? · 1 h 2 minIn this episode of Conversations That Matter, I examine the Presbyterian Church in America, Covenant College, and the broader question of whether Christian institutions are…
- News Roundup: The Politics of Race, Immigration, and Civilizational Identity · 1 h 22 minIn 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…
- 25 Years After 9/11: What Happened to America? · 31 minTwenty-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…
- Is the West Dying Out? The Demographic Crisis Explained · 56 minAre 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…
- News Roundup: Christian Persecution, Online Right Liabilities, & Vance a Socialist? · 2 h 9 minIn 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…
- The Lindsay Clancy Case and the Crisis of Empathy · 59 minWhat 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…
- The Rise of the Online Right with Scott Greer · 1 h 1 minScott 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…
- The Curse of Ham: What Does Genesis Actually Say? · 1 h 2 minThe 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…
- News Roundup: Christian Nationalism, #churchtoo, G3 Collapses, and the Surrogacy Debate · 1 h 7 minWhat 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…
- Why Are People Attacking This Family? · 28 minA 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…
- The Fall of G3 Ministries and the End of an Era · 37 minThis 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…
- News Roundup: The Internet Is Not Real Life, The Bible Belt Lives, & Alex Jones's New Age Religion · 1 h 36 minIn this News Roundup, Jon Harris examines the Florida gubernatorial Republican primary and what the results reveal about the growing disconnect between online political influence…
- The Christian Vote Could Decide the Midterms | Troy Miller · 44 minThis 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…
- America Is Losing Its Hunters. Here's Why That Matters · 21 minAmerica 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…
- The Candace Owen's Debate · 28 minIn 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…
- Did Martin Luther Inspire the Holocaust? · 1 h 7 minn 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 Problem With Thomas Sowell's “Black Rednecks” Thesis · 36 minThomas 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…
- Are You Really Disqualified From Pastoral Ministry? · 53 minThis 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…
- The Homeownership Crisis Is Becoming a Political Crisis · 1 h 25 minIn this episode of Conversations That Matter, we examine one of the biggest challenges facing America: the growing disconnect between ownership, virtue, and political stability…
- A Christian Man's Guide to Ambition and Faithfulness · 47 minHow should Christian men think about ambition, success, influence, and vocation? In a culture obsessed with fame and personal achievement, Scripture points us toward something…
- The Issue with Evangelicals for Fauci · 1 h 22 minIn 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…
- Does Sexual Sin Permanently Disqualify a Pastor? | Justin Peters · 42 minShould 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…
- The Middle East Will Not Change Overnight: A Geopolitical Reality Check · 1 h 14 minThe Middle East is once again dominating headlines, but are the most popular narratives actually true? In this conversation, geopolitical strategist and author Martin Skold…
- News Roundup: Rick Appleton, The Odyssey, Iran, Steve Lawson, & More · 55 minThis week on Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines the biggest stories shaping America, the church, and the wider world. Topics include: • The controversy surrounding…
- Can Great Movies Make a Comeback? | Jon Harris & Wade Stotts · 57 minWhat 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…
- Should Christians Partner with Turning Point USA? A Pastor's Honest Take · 56 minShould Christians work alongside Mormons, Roman Catholics, New Apostolic Reformation leaders, and others for political causes? Where is the line between prudent cooperation and…
