The Freethinking Podcasts

Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein analyze a recent social media spat on immigration policy that Tim had and we look at the objectively GOOD policies currently coming from the Trump admin in Birthright Citizenship and an executive order meant to outlaw the "transing" of the kids.

January's FTMonthly Josh tackles a recent dialogue about LGBTQ+ inclusion in the church between  @SeanMcDowell  and Brandan Robertson, Why a 400 pound woman is suing Lyft and more. "Woke" in this title refers to the fact that people have chastised Sean for having Robertson on by saying things about Robertson like why have a "woke heretic" on your show. It is not intended as pejorative. Notes: Orig...

Following Trump's inauguration he attended the inaugural prayer service at the National Cathedral... Episcopal Bishop Mariann Budde delivered the homily and was rather... pointed in her opposition to Trump's policies. Politics from the pulpit? Really? But... more importantly, was she right? Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein analyze these moments (and a CNN segment from earlier in the day) to find ou...

It can be difficult parsing through the weeds of political appointments, especially as Christians. Not everyone has the time or ability so Josh Klein is joined by Winter Knight and Desert Rose to break down most of the cabinet picks in this episode with a Christian Conservative perspective... Are they good or bad, should Christians expect more or less? Take a listen to this episode to find out! ➡️...

In today's Theology Thursday Tim and Josh welcome a new guest on the show to discuss his contributions to FTM and what it means to think and Tim and Josh analyze a recent discussion Atheist influencer Alex O'Connor had with Justin Brierley on how Alex outgrew New Atheism.   Check out the full video here: https://youtu.be/OsfXJ3dn6wk?si=dNqbxLuqCejXYtDj  

Josh and Tim Introduce a new live show - Theology Thursdays Live! This week they tackle a newly released episode of the Joe Rogan Experience featuring Canadian Apologist Wesley Huff and they discuss politics and pets going to heaven and more!  Full video of Wes on Rogan: https://youtu.be/HwyAX69xG1Q?si=g-sSVgYa3VLoo7kc (we will only be watching clips of this and will be adding commentary that is p...

In this episode Josh wishes you a happy new year! He tackles the devastation of school violence, the debate surrounding David and Bathsheba sparked by a recent interview by  @SeanMcDowell  of  @CarmenJoyImesPhD  on the topic and Josh analyzes recent case study on brokenness in the Only Fans' "model" Lily Phillips recent documentary. Notes: Are Christian Schools being targeted? - https://www.newswe...

Could the Shroud of Turin be legit? Dr. Tim Stratton joins an expert on the Shroud named Ken Bailey who argues that it is. ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #FreeThinking  #turin #shroud

Join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they react to, not only the presidential race but also the Nebraska races and initiatives. Where do we go forward from here? For those that held their nose and voted for Trump, what's our responsibility going forward? Is this a good thing? ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: htt...

Josh Klein opens this episode talking about Steve Lawson and AJ Griffin and the juxtaposition of both in a ministry context. He then debunks common pro-abortion narratives against pro-life legislation, covers what the conservative Christian immigration policy is and how that is distorted and he reviews  @MattWalsh  's most recent movie Am I Racist? And answers critiques from the right side of the...

Hosts of the Knight and Rose show join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss the importance of understanding the difference in policy and what that means for the Christian seeking to understand how to use their vote this upcoming election season. Wintery and Rose go by "aliases" to strategically shield themselves as they do ministry. Places to find Winter Knight: Website: https://knightandros...

Dr. Owen Anderson joins Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss what Marxism is and how it has infiltrated every day life and especially the school system and what he is doing to fight back in the name of loving his neighbor and standing for Jesus Christ and Gospel. Find Dr. Owen Anderson's work here: Substack: https://drowenanderson.substack.com/ Clear Truth Media: https://cleartruthmedia.com/...

Josh Klein is joined by Josh Daws of the  @GreatAwokening  podcast to discuss how Christians can think of the current national political landscape... especially considering the character of the offerings at the top of the ticket and the moral weakening of the conservative ticket. Find more from Josh on X: https://x.com/JoshDaws (@JoshDaws) Follow J.R. Klein on X: https://x.com/JoshRKlein ➡️ SOCIAL...

In this episode Josh breaks down Project 2025, a new Kamala Harris ad that promotes Project 2025 as "dangerous" and also... what does it REALLY mean to be pro-life and how do we reconcile this in today's political climate? Operation Christmas Child Links: https://samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/ https://www.youtube.com/@SamaritansPurseVideo/playlists Evergreen Dance interv...

Season 2 of FTMonthly is here and Josh Klein comes out swinging! In this episode we ask... Which Way Christian? We look at the differences between Russell Brand's transformation and Progressive Theology's transformation of the church that leads to.... the Olympics. NOTES: Russell Brand Journey:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellbrand/   Source Videos: https://youtu.be/uE6E15MzKgU?si=Ac...

Coach Ron Brown joins Josh Klein to discuss race, America's racial past, and how the Christian should move forward in a time when the topic is becoming more toxic and divisive by the day. Is race a gospel issue? And if so... how do we cut through the noise and present the gospel clearly so we don't lose sight of the main thing? Catch Coach Ron Brown's other materials at: https://kingdomsports.onli...

Donald Trump was nearly assassinated, what are some factors that led to this and some security breaches that were made? Join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they converse with The Faithiest Atheist (Richard Suttles) about what went down and how we should respond.   Faithiest Atheist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FaithiestAtheist

Do the gospel's contain contradictions? If they do, does that mean they are full of errors? Join Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they interview Michael Licona on his new book Jesus Contradicted. Dr. Michael R. Licona joins Dr. Timothy Stratton and Josh Klein to discuss his most recent book, Jesus Contradicted. Why the gospels tell the same story differently. But not EVERYONE is a fan of this book.....

Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein are joined by Alycia Wood of Apologetics Inc. to discuss the T in LGBT and how to address it as Christians and within the culture at large. Follow Alycia's Work at Apologetics Inc: https://apologetics.org/alycia-wood/ Twitter: https://x.com/AlyciaWood88 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlyciaWood88 Alycia Wood on Intersex: https://apologetics.org/what-is-intersex-...

In our first LIVE FTMonthly we have been thrown a wrench, instead of addressing the Pope and a Pride Month nature show we discuss the most recent in our unfortunate political landscape... Josh is joined by Dr. Tim Stratton and a lawyer (who has never voted for Trump) to analyze the most recent Trump legal verdict in a hush money case in New York City... The case is seedy, disturbing and despicable...

Tim and Josh are joined by Kurt Jaros to explore the recent blow up concerning a commencement speech delivered by Kansas City Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker at St. Benedictine College in the spring of 2024. Did Butker outkick his coverage? Were the things he said sexist, homophobic, and misogynistic? How should Christians think of the topics Butker covered and what do we say to those offended by hi...

The Stronger Men's Conference Saga continues and Josh Klein is here to break it all down for you. Which side is in the right? Who should repent? And what the heck is going on? Josh does a deep dive and has some conclusions... See the time stamped video for previous discussion on the saga: https://www.youtube.com/live/sX3QR0Eno9I?si=73OrbSh4A5RKicdi&t=3223 Notes: John Lindell: https://www.dontperis...

Join Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein as they tackle recent arguments made against Dr. Stratton's "Alien Gospel" video with Phil Bair and as they look at cultural issues across the spectrum... from Red Heifer and End Times, to the war in Israel and even tackling Mark Driscoll and the stripper controversy... And doing all of this LIVE! We'll answer questions and comments too! Links Discussed: Mark D...

One of my favorite arguments for the existence of God is the moral argument. To say that the moral argument has caused a stir in the waters of philosophy would be a gross understatement. The syllogism has made such an impact that committed atheists debate amongst themselves as to which premise they ought to reject. The popular version of the moral argument can be formulated like this: If God does...

In this episode Tim Stratton and Josh Klein discuss some objections and reactions to a recent article released on  @FreethinkingMinistries  website called A Moral Obligation to Vote for an Immoral Candidate. Check out the article: https://freethinkingministries.com/a-moral-obligation-to-vote-for-an-immoral-candidate/ Shenvi Blog debate with Mason: https://shenviapologetics.com/dialogue-with-bradly...