The Narrative

How should Christians respond to a disappointing election cycle? In a world driven by chaotic headlines, Christians need clarity. Following a tough national election, Aaron Baer debriefs the results, unpacking what went wrong for conservative candidates and why believers cannot afford to abandon the political arena. This episode explores the massive conservative losses across the country, the dang...

Explore the cultural, political, and institutional shifts reshaping American Christianity today. In this episode, we unpack the complexities surrounding Samuel Say's recent ICE detainment, examine the evolving editorial stance of Christianity Today, and analyze how recent political movements exposed underlying ideological fractures among evangelical leaders. *Chapter Timestamps & Key Questions...

Who’s using who? Is the political Left using Islam, or is Islam using the Left? In this episode, former Virginia Delegate Nick Freitas and Christian apologist Dr. Frank Turek look past daily political noise to dissect the ideological alliances reshaping the modern West. Together, they analyze the paradox of tolerance, the clash between mass migration and high-trust societies, and why Western const...

In this episode, Steve Deace discusses the current political landscape in the Midwest, the impact of Trump's policies, and the strategic considerations for upcoming elections. He also shares insights on campaign messaging, voter behavior, and the future of conservative leadership. 00:00 Introduction and Political Context in the Midwest 01:56 Trump's Influence on State Politics and Voter Sentiment...

Soren Aldaco shares her personal story on the impact of medical procedures on minors, media distortions, and standing for truth. We also speak with Doug Truax, CEO of Restoration of America, about national security, military integrity, and Christian civic engagement. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Cultural change requires patience and biblical grounding. Social media curates news and influences perception. Medita...

We explore the complex issues surrounding voting for non-Christian candidates, the influence of culture and politics on Christian values, and analyze the portrayal of media and entertainment from a Christian perspective. Resources: China Misinformation on AI Debate URL: https://www.axios.com/2026/08/28/china-ai-data-center-backlash-bots Brad Wilcox on the Sex Recession URL: https://x.com/BradWilco...

In this episode, we explore the complex issues surrounding marriage, family, education, and American identity through a conservative Christian lens. Guest Katie Faust shares insights on cultural trends, policy impacts, and biblical principles shaping society. Resources: Article: Gay Dad’s Disturbing Diary Illuminates Dysfunctions Of Buying Babies written by Katie Faust : https://thefederalist.com/...

In this episode, Alex Clark from TPUSA discusses Charlie Kirk's legacy, the state of the conservative movement, and the importance of health and faith in politics. They explore how to unify different political factions and the ongoing battle against misinformation and hate. Resources: Ayaan Hirsi Ali Article on Tablet Magazine : https://www.tabletmag.com/sections/news/articles/mohamed-atta-25-year...

The Narrative Podcast is relaunching with new hosts and a focus on national stories impacting culture, politics, and the church. In this episode, Aaron Bear announces the return, introduces guest Alex Clark, and discusses Charlie Kirk's legacy and the future of conservative media.

This episode explores the shocking findings of the 'Wolves in White Coats' report, revealing how financial motives and systemic failures have fueled the exploitation of children in gender medicine. Experts discuss the fraud, ethical breaches, and the urgent need for accountability in healthcare. Keywords gender medicine, healthcare fraud, medical ethics, pediatric gender clinics, Medicaid fraud, m...

Delano Squires discusses his book 'The Vanishing Black Family' and explores the historical, cultural, and political factors contributing to the decline of the traditional black family structure. He emphasizes the importance of family revival and offers practical community and policy solutions. Keywords #Black Family, #Family Revival, #Welfare, #Feminism, #Marriage, #Policy, #Community Solutions, #...

Americans have stopped looking to the Bible for answers. We assume we already know the story. Dr. Adam Rasmussen joins The Narrative to reveal the data on biblical worldview and remind us that real understanding only starts when we trust and engage with the source. More About Dr. Adam Rasmussen As a Fellow at the Cultural Research Center and the Dean of the College of Arts & Humanities at Ariz...

In this week's episode of The Narrative , David and Mike sit down with the Henry family to discuss a terrifying loophole in Ohio state law governing public locker rooms that exposed their daughter to predatory behavior. Their shocking testimony makes it clear why we're fighting for change in Ohio before it happens again.  Watch or listen today wherever you get your podcasts! TAKE ACTION You c...

In this week's episode of The Narrative , David and Mike discuss: The Save Ohio Sports Act, the bill that will target predatory mobile wagering by restricting sports betting exclusively to Ohio's four physical casinos. The landmark 6-3 Supreme Court decision that upholds Ohio's Save Women Sports Act that was passed to protect biological reality and sex-specific athletic categories. After the...

This week on The Narrative , Aaron and Mike discuss the MLB's backpedaling after threats over Pride gear compliance, a journalist's tantrum over the Success Sequence (a proven framework for poverty avoidance) because "Oprah didn't take that path," and the left's desperate fight over common-sense voter ID requirements. After the news, Brad Littlejohn explains why conservatives must stop letting bli...

This week on The Narrative , Aaron, David, and Mike get into the details of both the Cleveland Clinic’s settlement over fraudulent billing for gender procedures, which established a $2 million detransitioner fund, and the Major League Baseball players who resisted forced corporate speech during Pride Month by rejecting pride caps or writing scripture on their gear. After the news, Representa...

In this episode, David takes us behind the scenes at the Statehouse to the moment when the "Success Sequence" bill was resurrected at the eleventh hour during his desperate time of prayer. Then, Aaron breaks down a massive win for election security: a constitutional amendment heading to the November ballot to officially close the mail-in loophole and permanently lock down voter ID laws. After the...

Is the recent corporate retreat from "Pride Month" just a shallow cultural wave that will crash back once the tides change? Without biblical grounding, it seems unlikely this slight move away from worshipping lust and debauchery will be sustained. And while Ohio's school choice expansion has public schools crying foul,  The Narrative hosts think the worst-performing, hyper-funded schools...

In this episode of The Narrative podcast, Mike and David analyze what's next for the Ohio General Assembly. With a looming extended summer break and a chaotic "lame duck" session after the election, the next two weeks are critical to pass key legislation, including the Baby Olivia Act and the Indecent Exposure Modernization Act. Listen in to learn how grassroots efforts and constituent pressure po...

This week on The Narrative , Aaron and David address the Supreme Court’s 7–2 ruling that blocked a 5th Circuit decision that had temporarily restricted mail-order abortion pills nationwide. Justice Thomas’s fierce dissent invoked the Comstock Act against mailing drugs, and the FDA Director Marty Makary’s abrupt resignation brought renewed hope to many pro-life advocates. On...

The lid has been blown off a massive Medicaid fraud scheme that is bleeding Ohio taxpayers dry. In this week's Narrative podcast, Attorney General Dave Yost shares how his investigation had already uncovered criminals who billed for intensive care while they were actually competing in figure-skating competitions abroad or traveling on your dime, before the Daily Wire's exposé was published....

This week, CNN political commentator Scott Jennings delivers a direct indictment of a radical anti-American movement that has hijacked traditional liberal politics. This movement replaces paychecks with pronouns and border security with radicalism. Because the far Left continues to embrace this extreme, increasingly violent version of liberalism, we are now in a fight for the survival of Western c...

From the Statehouse to the Supreme Court, there is no shortage of news in this episode of The Narrative ! Together, Aaron and Mike break down: The historic week for CCV as the organization officially expands beyond Ohio’s borders to launch the national Christian Education Network . The academic "deep state" at Bowling Green State University, where undercover footage caught bureaucrats playin...

In this explosive episode of The Narrative , Aaron, David, and Mike dive deep into the shocking federal indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) involving allegations of wire fraud, money laundering, and bank fraud. The self-appointed "arbiters of hate" allegedly funneled hundreds of thousands of dollars through shell organizations like "Rare Books Warehouse" and "CIA" (Center Inv...

American families are fleeing Blue States as the "Big Family Sort" continues across the country. The Family Structure Index , created by the Institute for Family Studies and Center for Christian Virtue, reveals that families are migrating from high-tax, anti-family states like California to Red States that prioritize religious freedom and affordable living. Brad Wilcox joins Aaron, David, and Mike...