The Washington Stand
Outstanding
Critical conversations on the news of the day and the issues that shape us. Outstanding is a podcast of The Washington Stand, Family Research Council's outlet for news and commentary from a biblical worldview. We examine outstanding news and issues from TWS with an aim to take every thought captive for the obedience of Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). Join us as we examine the headlines through the lens of Scripture, and explore how Christians should respond.
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The Importance of the Filibuster (Ep. 218) 12.11.2025 34:35
Every member of the Senate has a tool that allows them to single handedly bring the government to a screeching halt. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council’s Quena Gonzalez and The Washington Stand’s Suzanne Bowdey to discuss an interesting political tool and tactic: the filibuster. Created in the early years of American government to remove the ability to end debate, the filibuste...
What Churchgoers Really Believe (Ep. 217) 05.11.2025 48:16
What do regular churchgoers actually believe? Host Casey Harper sits down with Family Research Council’s David Closson and The Washington Stand’s Sarah Holliday to unpack a new survey from FRC’s Center for Biblical Worldview, conducted with researcher George Barna. The study explores how adult churchgoers view today’s key social issues and their personal worldviews.
The Government Shutdown and the Miracle at the Southern Border (Ep. 216) 29.10.2025 32:15
Host Casey Harper sits down with U.S. Congressman Michael Guest to unpack the government shutdown and how President Trump managed to do the impossible at the southern border. Rep. Guest shares how his personal faith shapes his work in Congress and guides his decision-making. The two also dive into the ongoing government shutdown - what’s behind it, what needs to be resolved - and discuss how Repub...
Gen Z Dating and Singleness: The Female Perspective (Ep. 215) 22.10.2025 59:33
OK boomer, if you think dating was tricky in your day when it was just dinner and a movie —ask Gen Z how it’s going now that it’s DMs and a Bible verse in the bio. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council’s Gen Z experts, Sarah Holliday and Rachael Woods, to discuss dating, political trends, faith, and singleness from a Gen Z perspective. What are Gen Z women looking for in men? Why...
Why are Abortions Increasing? (Ep. 214) 15.10.2025 39:41
Why since the overturning of Roe v. Wade have abortions increased, not decreased? Joining host Casey Harper is Dr. Christina Francis and Family Research Council’s Mary Szoch to discuss this concerning trend. With power back to the states, many assumed the number of abortions would decrease. What they failed to recognize was one small, yet powerful influence: the abortion pill. Dr. Francis and Mary...
The Death of Free Speech in the UK (Ep. 213) 08.10.2025 43:50
Freedom is under attack across the pond. Host Casey Harper sits down with Peter Mcilvenna, co-founder of the free speech alliance Heart of Oak, who shares firsthand insight into the dwindling personal liberties faced by UK citizens. In Britain today, people are being arrested simply because someone found their words or posts “offensive.” Together, they explore what kinds of speech can get you arre...
Should Christians Support Israel? (Ep. 212) 01.10.2025 46:07
For almost two years, Israel has had to defend their people, land, and right to exist against an organization created to destroy them. When Hamas first attacked Israel there were mixed reactions around the globe. Avner Boskey, Israeli pastor and author, joins host Casey Harper to discuss the Israel-Hamas conflict and where Christians should stand on the issue. The two unpack the influence and impa...
Is the Democratic Party Imploding? (Ep. 211) 24.09.2025 34:30
Democratic voter registration is down…way down. Host Casey Harper is joined by FRC Action’s Matt Carpenter and The Washington Stand’s Mark Tapscott as they analyze the current state of the Democratic party and their voter base. It appears many Americans are revaluating their voting habits and history, but why? Matt and Mark discuss every aspect of this tectonic shift and how this could potentially...
Where Do We Go From Here? Tony Perkins Addresses Violence & Cultural Turmoil (Ep. 210) 17.09.2025 39:27
With the assassination of Charlie Kirk and other extreme acts of violence at the top of the news, Tony Perkins joins the podcast to explore how Christians can navigate violence and cultural turmoil through the lens of Scripture. While anger may be the natural response, God calls us toward a higher path. Tony and host Casey Harper discuss the call to “love your neighbor”, America’s trajectory, and...
Religious Freedom: Persecution is Real (Ep. 209) 10.09.2025 37:35
1 in 9 Christians around the world experience persecution in some form. Host Casey Harper is joined by former U.S. representative and current Chair of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom, Vicky Hartzler, and Family Research Council’s Arielle Del Turco as they highlight the growing threat and violence towards Christians worldwide. Chair Hartzler shares the work she is doing, how...
Who was Dr. James Dobson? A Personal Tribute (Ep. 208) 03.09.2025 38:17
Dr. James Dobson lived a life dedicated to furthering the Kingdom and encouraging godly families. While millions knew him as an evangelical figure, a smaller group of people got to see who Dr. Dobson was when the world wasn't looking. Dave Salkeld worked closely with Dr. Dobson for 19 years as an editor and recording engineer. Dave joins host Casey Harper to share personal stories that reflect...
When Did Moms Become a ‘Hate Group?' (Ep. 207) 27.08.2025 32:01
Using “mom” and “hate group” in the same sentence may sound unusual to you – but that is exactly what the Massachusetts State Police have done. Massachusetts police training materials classified Mom’s for Liberty as a “hate group” and placed them in their training manual right next to Antifa, a group who is known for actually inciting violence. Host Casey Harper is joined by Tina Descovich, co-fou...
Four Cases To Watch: Religious Liberty Under Attack (Ep. 206) 20.08.2025 41:53
Lawyer and Senior Council at First Liberty, Jordan Lorence, joins host Casey Harper to discuss the ever-growing list of religious liberty and freedom of speech cases the U.S. courts are seeing. Jordan unpacks four big U.S. Supreme Court Cases that we can expect to see in the next round of rulings and offers advice on how to best handle first amendment cases.
When Pastors Step Into Politics (Ep. 205) 13.08.2025 51:03
Colorado pastor Chase Davis joins The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges and host Casey Harper to talk pastoral duty and political engagement. When Colorado passed House Bill 251312—undermining parental rights and advancing a liberal agenda—Pastor Davis knew he couldn’t stay silent. He shares his journey into the political fight, the role of the fear of the Lord, and how pastors can wisely address p...
The War Over Title IX (Ep. 204) 06.08.2025 39:07
The Department of Education's Julie Hartman joins host Casey Harper to discuss the Trump administration’s push to restore Title IX protections for women. They cover schools ignoring these rules, the role of federal enforcement, parental rights, and the growing clash between education policy and woke ideology.
Canceled By Your Bank For Your Beliefs? Debanking with David Bahnsen (Ep. 203) 30.07.2025 31:41
Economist, believer, and author multi-million dollar money manager, David Bahnsen, joins host Casey Harper to unpack the growing trend of debanking—where conservatives and religious Americans face account closures from major financial institutions. Drawing from high-profile cases like Sam Brownback’s, Bahnsen explains how pressure from government “reputational risk” lists and rogue actors inside c...
The Leftist Takeover of Schools, Paid for by Taxpayers (Ep. 202) 23.07.2025 41:44
Education is under attack. Host Casey Harper is joined by Kendall Tietz, an investigative reporter for Defending Education to discuss the ideological takeover of America’s schools. Together, they expose how federal funds meant for disadvantaged students are being redirected to controversial programs promoting race and gender-based ideologies, equitable grading, and political indoctrination—often w...
Inside the Transgender Industry: Its Profits Over Protection (Ep. 201) 16.07.2025 44:55
Transgender ideology has quietly taken root in key institutions meant to nurture and protect children - schools and hospitals. Host Casey Harper is joined by Alleigh Marre of the American Parents Coalition and Joshua Arnold of The Washington Stand to discuss the disturbing financial incentives driving the movement, the life-altering consequences of transitioning minors, and the FBI’s recent invest...
The Crisis of Justice and Safety in America (Ep. 200) 09.07.2025 52:51
Former cop Jason Johnson and Washington Stand’s Sam McCarthy join host Casey Harper to expose the growing crisis in America’s justice system — where public officials often seem to side with criminals over victims. Is it now a good time to be a criminal? Jason and Sam break down why cities are feeling increasingly unsafe, the failures of modern prosecutors, and how the Trump administration is handl...
The Christian Roots of America's Founding: Fact or Fiction? (Ep. 199) 02.07.2025 1:01:06
Is the Declaration of Independence still relevant today? Does it contain language that lays the groundwork for a Christian society? Does slavery disqualify the founders? Dr. Matthew Spalding joins host Casey Harper to unpack the Declaration, exploring how its true meaning has been lost in modern misinterpretations. They also tackle the age-old question: Was this country, and its founding documents...
Journey from Iranian Muslim to Persecuted Christian (Ep. 198) 27.06.2025 46:32
Marziyeh Amirizadeh’s story is one of courageous faith and a powerful testament to God’s providence. Growing up as a Muslim in Iran, Marzi knew the grave risks of becoming a Christian. She witnessed the Iranian regime’s brutal persecution of believers and would come to experience it herself. Charged with apostasy - leaving Islam - Marzi was imprisoned, tortured, and sentenced to death by hanging....
Is Pride Losing Steam? (Ep. 197) 25.06.2025 46:02
"Pride Month" was so scaled back this year - the rainbow showed up in pastel. It seems big corporations realize going woke can hurt the bottom line. But what’s really behind the silencing of this once-colorful cacophony of the leftist agenda? Executive Director of the National Center’s Free Enterprise Project, Stefan Padfield, and The Washington Stand’s Suzanne Bowdey join Casey Harper t...
Post-Roe Reality: Fighting for Life in the Age of Abortion Pills (Ep. 196) 18.06.2025 50:09
The fight for life is far from over. Family Research Council’s Mary Szoch joins host Casey Harper to discuss what the life issue landscape looks like since the overturn of Roe v. Wade . While a lot of good has come from that decision, abortions have actually been on the rise over the last few years, driven largely by the widespread use of chemical abortion pills like mifepristone. Harper and Szoc...
The Tech Exit: Is AI and Social Media Rewiring Childhood? Clare Morell, Arielle Del Turco (Ep. 195) 11.06.2025 45:08
Technology is reshaping childhood in deeply concerning ways, especially in the areas of artificial intelligence and social media. Clare Morell, author of The Tech Exit , and Family Research Council’s Arielle Del Turco explore how screen addiction, AI chatbots, and unregulated tech are damaging young minds, fueling loneliness, and eroding both emotional and spiritual well-being. Together, they emp...
The Hate Charade: Tyler O'Neil and Chris Gacek on the SPLC (Ep.194) 04.06.2025 1:00:32
The Southern Poverty Law Center has been in the business of big hate for decades. Even after inspiring a 2012 domestic terror attack by an attempted mass-shooter who used their "hate map," the SPLC doubled down. The organization is once again targeting conservatives for their views. Daily Signal's Tyler O'Neil and Family Research Council's Chris Gacek explain the history and corruption of SPLC, th...
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