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On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Bill Gates Predicts AI Will Replace Most Human Tasks, For the third day, anti-Hamas protests have erupted in Gaza, GO TELL America Crusade Draws Hundreds FOCUS STORY: A Florida mom is fighting back after her daughter experienced gender confusion at school. She says the district withheld information and violated parental rights. Now, she’s helping other parents...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Trump Backs Mike Waltz After Leak, NPR Admits Laptop Coverage Fail FOCUS STORY: Shahar Isaac’s Plea for Hostages WATCH IT: https://youtu.be/gv9OHaQUvnY THE MAIN THING: Great American Family CEO Bill Abbott joins Billy Hallowell to talk about his bold vision to transform faith-based and family-friendly entertainment. TODAY’S VERSE: 2 Corinthians 5:7 SHOW LINKS...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A Christian teacher is found guilty of “unacceptable conduct” in the UK for sharing biblical truth on gender—at a Christian school. Trump staffer accidentally leaks strike info to The Atlantic’s editor. FOCUS STORY: A new survey shows British Christians hold more negative views of Israel than American Christians—why the gap? We break it down. MAIN THING: Ameri...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore returns to Earth after 286 days and credits his faith for sustaining him. Read the full story here. FOCUS STORY: Greg Laurie shares why he believes Disney’s live-action Snow White is flopping at the box office—and whether any redemptive threads remain. MAIN THING: Jennie Allen joins the podcast to talk about revival, how God use...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Israel ramps up operations in Gaza and Lebanon as conflict with Hamas and Hezbollah escalates; Former GOP Congresswoman Mia Love dies after battle with brain cancer. FOCUS STORY: Franklin Graham’s private letter to President Trump makes headlines—what he said, and how Trump responded. MAIN THING: The Trump administration uses the Alien Enemies Act to deport Ve...

On today’s SPECIAL Quick Start episode: Millions were moved by the miraculous story of Colton Burpo—the little boy who claimed he visited heaven during a near-death experience. His story inspired a bestselling book and a major motion picture, Heaven Is for Real. But two decades later, where is Colton now? In this powerful interview, Colton opens up about how that life-changing moment continues to...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: A surge in attacks on Tesla vehicles leads to domestic terrorism charges. FOCUS STORY: A Houston woman is arrested for performing illegal abortions—what Texas officials are saying. MAIN THING: The Supreme Court is set to hear a major case that could determine whether schools can cut parents out of gender identity discussions. LAST THING: John 15:12–14 – "Great...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: President Trump moves forward with plans to dismantle the Department of Education, returning power to parents and states. FOCUS STORY: Pro-life advocate Kristan Hawkins shares her journey leading Students for Life of America and the challenges she faces within and outside the movement. MAIN THING: Trump’s new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is makin...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is officially over as Israeli airstrikes target Hamas leaders following the group’s refusal to release hostages. FOCUS STORY: A Jewish cemetery in Slovakia is vandalized with swastikas, highlighting the disturbing rise in global antisemitism. MAIN THING: Pastor Andrew Brunson shares a vision God gave him while he was impr...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The phrase "Christ is King" sparks controversy as Rev. Johnnie Moore calls on Christians to reclaim it from extremists. FOCUS STORY: Oklahoma's education department faces pushback after proposing a Bible initiative in public schools. MAIN THING: How did the upheaval of the 1960s lay the groundwork for today’s cultural and political chaos? Timothy S. Goeglein j...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The U.S. military escalates attacks on Iran-backed Houthi militants following continued Red Sea assaults. FOCUS STORY: A Florida mom takes legal action after her daughter was encouraged to socially transition without parental consent. MAIN THING: Columbia graduate Mahmoud Khalil remains detained by ICE for supporting terrorist organizations—Ilya Shapiro explai...

On today’s SPECIAL Quick Start episode, we take a deep dive into one of the most miraculous stories you’ll ever hear. Christopher Gunderson was born with a rare, life-threatening condition that left his stomach and intestines unable to function. For 16 years, he survived through feeding tubes and surgeries, never able to eat or drink like a normal kid. But then, something incredible happened. Afte...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Putin expresses skepticism about the U.S. ceasefire proposal—will Russia agree? FOCUS STORY: Dire reports of mass killings emerge from Syria—what’s happening on the ground? MAIN THING: Democrats are struggling to mount a unified response to Trump’s second term—David Brody breaks it down. LAST THING: 1 John 1:8 – "If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourse...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: DJ Daniel’s father speaks out after his son faces cruel backlash—why he’s demanding an apology. FOCUS STORY: LA County’s controversial policy restricts a church’s use of the beach—what’s the real motivation? MAIN THING: Best-selling author and Middle East expert Joel Rosenberg joins us to discuss China’s growing threat and the End Times. LAST THING: Psalm 119:...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: President Trump issues a direct warning to Iran as its nuclear program escalates—what’s next? FOCUS STORY: Female athletes fire back at Nike’s messaging—what are they saying? MAIN THING: The "spiritual pioneers" who boldly shared the Gospel in professional sports. LAST THING: Ephesians 2:8-9 – "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not yo...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Elon Musk hit with a massive cyberattack is behind X outages—was it a state actor? FOCUS STORY: A Finnish church creates an AI-generated service—how did the congregation react? MAIN THING: Mass executions in Syria’s Latakia Province—what’s happening on the ground? LAST THING: Ecclesiastes 5:2 – "Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Shocking videos reveal mass executions in Syria as violence escalates, leaving over 1,000 dead in two days. FOCUS STORY: The pastor at the center of the Asbury Revival reflects on the movement and how God is still working today. MAIN THING: The Trump administration is pushing for a major overhaul of the Department of Education—could it be shut down? LAST THING...

A very SPECIAL EPISODE of the Quick Start Podcast! Ahead of Billy's upcoming documentary investigating the supernatural (https://cbn.com/lp/investigating-supernatural-miracles), we take a closer look at some truly miraculous stories. Today, Billy talks to Cameron Cortman - a young man in his 20s who should be dead. At the age of 1, Cameron was diagnosed with a common ear ache. Based on nothing oth...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The mother of a Marine killed in the Abbey Gate bombing responds after Trump’s speech and the capture of an alleged terrorist. FOCUS STORY: A powerful worship event at Purdue University draws thousands, continuing a nationwide revival movement on college campuses. MAIN THING: A Christian university in Indiana is launching Preach Labs, a groundbreaking initiati...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: The U.S. captures and extradites Mohammad Sharifullah, the alleged mastermind behind the Abbey Gate bombing that killed 13 American service members. FOCUS STORY: American soccer star responds to Canadian fans booing the U.S. national anthem—what happened and why tensions are rising. MAIN THING: Pastor Zach Meerkreebs shares what sparked the Asbury Revival and...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: President Trump delivers his first major speech of his second term, outlining his vision for the "Renewal of the American Dream." FOCUS STORY: Famed YouTuber Tyler “Ninja” Blevins shares the Gospel on a livestream—what he said and the reaction. MAIN THING: 70 Christians were murdered in eastern Congo, and now children are under threat. CBN’s Gary Lane has the...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Israel blocks humanitarian aid into Gaza, citing Hamas’ misuse of supplies—what’s next in the ongoing conflict? FOCUS STORY: A Christian couple in India has been released from prison—how did they end up there, and what happens next? MAIN THING: Chris Tomlin shares how he saw God’s hand in the making of The Last Supper and his role as executive producer. LAST T...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Zelenskyy shifts tone after a tense Oval Office meeting with President Trump—what’s next for U.S.-Ukraine relations? FOCUS STORY: Wikipedia’s cofounder shares his powerful testimony of faith—what led to his conversion? See the FULL interview HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3JPaCFqeNg MAIN THING: A U.S. nonprofit is facing a lawsuit for allegedly coordin...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: Hollywood icon Gene Hackman found dead under suspicious circumstances—what we know so far. FOCUS STORY: The 2023-24 Religious Landscape Study is out—what it reveals about faith trends in America. MAIN THING: Can Trump broker peace between Russia and Ukraine? Former congressman Francis Rooney weighs in. LAST THING: 1 Peter 3:15 – "But in your hearts revere Chri...

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: NASA confirms no risk of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth—what this means for future space threats. FOCUS STORY: A pro-life grandmother in Scotland was arrested under a buffer zone law—why this case matters beyond the UK. MAIN THING: New intelligence reveals Hamas brutally murdered Israeli baby hostages—Raj Nair breaks down the details. LAST THING: John 11:25–2...