The Narrative

The abortion pill has become the most common form of abortion in America—but most people have no idea about the serious harm it causes women. This week on  The Narrative , CCV President Aaron Baer and Communications Director Mike Andrews sit down with Jamie Hall, Director of Data Analysis at the  Ethics and Public Policy Center  (EPPC), to discuss their&nbs...

Did you know more than 70 percent of churches in America have no active marriage ministry?  Communio  is on a mission to change that—while also helping churches evangelize in their communities. In this week's episode of  The Narrative , JP De Gance, Communio founder and president, sits down with CCV President Aaron Baer, Communications Director Mike Andrews...

Ohio Representative Brian Stewart (R-Ashville) sits down with CCV President Aaron Baer and Communications Director Mike Andrews to break down the recently passed House budget and what it actually means for Ohioans like you . From property tax reform to increased education funding, school choice, and abortion reporting, this budget proposal is packed with pro-family policy! Here's a quick look at w...

Strong families are the foundation of a strong society. So how do we rebuild? In this episode of The Narrative , CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews sit down with Delano Squires from The Heritage Foundation to walk through the parallels between CCV's marriage and family report, Hope and a Future , and Heritage's report, Crossroads . Delano also candid...

What would it look like for the Ten Commandments to make a comeback in public schools? In this episode of  The Narrative , Andrea Piccotti-Bayer joins CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews to discuss the constitutionality of displaying the Ten Commandments and why public schools should return to the religious roots that our c...

What if the key to improving education in America is as simple as dismantling the Department of Education (DOE)? In this week's episode of The Narrative , CCV Policy Director David Mahan, Communications Director Mike Andrews, and Ohio Christian Education Network Executive Director Troy McIntosh sit down with Heritage Foundation's Jonathan Butcher—a leading expert in education policy—to...

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is all the rage right now—with varying opinions, thoughts, and questions about what DEI encompasses, its impact, and what the future would look like  without  it. Ohio State Representative Josh Williams (R-Sylvania Township) joins CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews on this week's episode of  The...

Think you know the truth about marijuana? Think again.  With the passage of Issue 2  in 2023 and new legislation being proposed to regulate the legalization of marijuana in Ohio, Dr. Ken Finn joins CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews on  The Narrative  to challenge common misconceptions and illuminate the risks of marijuana th...

Too few young people are taking advantage of the key to stability, happiness, and well-being: marriage. We're thrilled to welcome back Brad Wilcox, a leading sociologist, to  The Narrative  to dive into our   report on marriage and family,  Hope and a Future .  CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews join Brad to disc...

Virgil Walker joins this week's episode of  The Narrative  to discuss his newest book,  A Biblical Theology of Climate Change . Virgil joins Communications Director Mike Andrews and Policy Director David Mahan to provide a biblical framework for caring for the environment and how the media has created a fear-driven approach to climate change.  Before their conversation with Vir...

Rachel O'Brien joins this week's episode of The Narrative ! As concerns about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are on the rise across Ohio, Rachel sits down with the guys to take a hard look at the ever-expanding DEI budgets at colleges and universities and how these institutions are diverting funds away from students' core educational needs. Before their discussion with Rachel, CCV Communic...

After only 18 days in office, President Trump has gotten to work signing Executive Orders—over 75 and counting! On this special episode of The Narrative , CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews run through their lists of notable Executive Orders the President has introduced and signed. Listen to today's episode to get a prime...

The choice is clear: Secular schools in a secular society aren't cutting it for the Church. So in honor of National School Choice Week , we're bringing you a special edition of  The Narrative with Pastor Jimmy Scroggins, Church Ambassador Network Executive Director Chris Lightfoot, Ohio Christian Education Network Executive Director Troy McIntosh, and podcast co-host Mike Andrews. L...

We last heard from him in October of 2023 just after the war in Israel started, and now Michael Mistretta is back on  The Narrative to give an update live from Jerusalem! Michael, founder and CEO of FIRM Israel , caught up with CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews on the latest happenings in Israel since news of ceasefire deals with Hama...

Jim Geraghty, Senior Correspondent for the  National Review , joins CCV President Aaron Baer and Communications Director Mike Andrews on this week's episode of  The Narrative  to discuss  Justin Trudeau's resignation as Canada's Prime Minister.  Jim shares how Trudeau's resignation is actually related to the leftist initiatives that have consistently failed US citizens, in...

The Narrative is back! Welcome to a new year, filled with promise, hope, and the Lord's blessing upon our nation. This week CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews sit down to chat about the stories and topics they're keeping an eye on this year, including: The political climate in Ohio and across the nation; How Trump's election, administrat...

With 2024 coming to an end, the guys sit down for one final episode of  The Narrative ! Join CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews as they recap and reminisce on the 135th General Assembly, including the dramatic speaker race; a whiplash-inducing week at the Statehouse; and the victories we experienced with the SAFE Act, Save Women's S...

Tyler O'Neil sits down with CCV Communications Director Mike Andrews and Fellow for Strategic Initiatives Peter Range on The Narrative to discuss his research into the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and how the organization is targeting the right through false narratives. Tyler's book, Making Hate Pay: The Corruption of the Southern Poverty Law Center , shares how corruption within the SPLC ha...

Matt Sharp, senior counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, joins The Narrative to discuss the US vs. Skrmetti case, which will decide whether Tennessee's SAFE Act can be upheld to protect children from dangerous, experimental gender surgeries and wrong-sex hormones. Listen in to get the scoop on this week's oral arguments at the US Supreme Court and the effects the case will have across the natio...

Maria Baer joins CCV President Aaron Baer, Communications Director Mike Andrews, and Policy Director David Mahan on The Narrative to discuss her first-hand experience of the drug epidemic in Portland, Oregon, which she chronicled for Christianity Today in her article, "Recovery Ministries Try to Help Portland Get Clean." Maria shares how drug decriminalization has fueled Oregon's addiction crisis,...

With more than 20 members named in the last week, President-elect Trump has wasted no time picking his cabinet. This week on  The Narrative , Eric Teetsel–Executive Vice President of the  Center for Renewing America –sits down with CCV President Aaron Baer and Communications Director Mike Andrews to uncover why these quick picks have not only been entertaining but are also inspiring for the conser...

The results of the 2024 election are in, and we couldn't wait to get you our takes on this special episode of  The Narrative ! CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews share their perspectives and break down the implications of a wide range of election outcomes.  Listen in to hear the guys talk about how Ohioans toppled Issue 1, Bernie Moreno'...

As we wrap up our special Essential Summit mini-series on The Narrative , you don't want to miss Dr. Larry Arnn's insightful keynote address. Dr. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, explains why humans are made for knowledge, virtue, and politics. Want to know how that's possible? Listen to today's episode! Following his keynote, Dr. Arnn is joined by CCV President Aaron Baer and Senate Presiden...

We have another heavy hitter coming to The Narrative this week. Listen in to hear Dr. Ben Carson's keynote address from our inaugural Essential Summit! He'll regale you with stories from his childhood, inspire you with miracles from his days as a neurosurgeon, and challenge you to be a Christian who stands up with courage to defend our rights, our children, and our country. Following Dr. Carson's...

Do know what is the root issue of every political problem, and the best way to address them all? Do you know why Christians must be engaged in the public square? Do you want to hear the insider's take on Project 2025? Then listen to this week's episode of The Narrative to hear Heritage Foundation President Dr. Kevin Roberts' keynote address from our inaugural Essential Summit!  More about Dr....