Crossing Faiths

Matt and John recap life drama from 2021 and swap Christmas traditions. Plus: Taking Halloween seriously. What states are actually in America? And a close call with the Prince of Wales. CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 Opening Chat 00:03:20 Matt's Year 00:13:00 John's Year 00:19:50 John's Christmas Traditions 00:25:00 On St. Nicholas 00:26:25 Matt's Christmas Traditions 00:28:50 Christmas Favorites 00:33:44 On...

John and Matt discuss a supreme court case filed against the FBI by muslims who claim they were illegaly spied upon. Why is this still happening in 2021, and what are the implications for people of other faith traditions? CHAPTERS: 00:30:00 Opening Chat 00:08:06 FBI Surveillance of Muslims 00:13:42 The January 6th Connection 00:14:50 So-Called Security Experts 00:16:05 How a Dragnet Works 00:21:30...

John is joined by Sumbul Ali-Karamali, author of Demystifying Sharia: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It’s Not Taking Over Our Country . Together, they discuss Western ignorance of Islam, what the goals of Sharia really are, the truth about the role of violence in Islam, and Star Trek. CHAPTERS: 00:00:00 Opening 00:01:45 Introduction to Sambul 00:05:43 Are you a Trekkie? 00:06:40 Ignorance of Is...

John and Matt discuss: Is it actually possible to be both a Muslim and an atheist? Plus: Should Christians use religious exemptions to avoid the COVID vaccine? CHAPTERS: 00:00:18 Opening Chat 00:04:30 Atheism Article Intro 00:05:00 Atheism VS Agnosticism 00:07:00 An Atheist Muslim would be like a unicorn. 00:08:00 Exception: No God but God 00:09:30 Nihilism 00:10:30 Reza Aslan (Continued) 00:12:00...

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Matt and John dive into controversy discussing religious exemptions from vaccine mandates. What qualifies as a "sincerly held" belief with respect to objecting to a vaccination mandate? Also, Fruity Pebbles donuts.

Mask politics in the donut kitchen Disney Princess lightning round commentary Christians and international religious freedom advocacy New abortion law in Texas John shares a personal story

Matt returns to the show following open heart surgery. The duo discuss the fall out of America's withdraw from Afghanistan, including a likely "brain drain"—the rapid departure of human and civic capital.

John Pinna welcomes friend, author, and former intelligence officer John Kiriakou to discuss Afghanistan immediately following its fall to the Taliban. *This is the first episode following a haitus during summer 2021. Our hiatus was extended as cohost Matt Hawkins is recovering from (successful) heart surgery. Special Guest: John Kiriakou.

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt finally watches David Lynch's 1984 treatment of Dune and discusses the experience with John, who, incidentally is wearing his Dune t-shirt.

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John debate the complexities of the latest flair up between Israel and Hamas.

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John discuss the history of the USA's refugee resettlement program and President Biden's reluctant increase of the floor set by former president Trump.

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John debate their respective proofs for the existence of a deit(ies) and pluralism. And why don't we get a sandwich with our vaccine?

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Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John observe how religion gets politicized and what antidote exists to protect religion from partisan politics.

Support this podcast via Patreon . John Pinna and Manal Omar discuss their initial reflecitons on the results of the 2020 election. Special Guest: Manal Omar.

Support this podcast via Patreon . John Pinna and Manal Omar discuss the headlines coming out of France. Special Guest: Manal Omar.

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John welcome George A. Sorial, formerly Executive Vice President & Counsel to The Trump Organization, to discuss his background as a Coptic Christian, his career with The Trump Organization, and divisions in America. Special Guest: George A. Sorial.

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John discuss the ramifications of abortion politics in the 2020 election and beyond. (Recorded prior to the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.)

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John welcome speaker, author and TV host, Ireland native, Suzanne Selvester. Growing up Irish Catholic in Ireland Seeking healing, surrender, and contentment on a spiritual journey

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John welcome Manal Omar, founder and CEO of Across Red Lines, an organization that dedicated to creating safe spaces for Muslim women to understand their leadership power and life force energy through the wisdom provided to us from the Quran and Sunnah, as well as the many Muslim women pioneers that have shaped the history of Islam. Special Guest: Manal...

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John give their quick reflections on the Sept 29 debate between President Trump and former VP Joe Biden.

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John welcome long time friend and fellow policy advocate Nathan Wineinger of 21 Wilberforce. The three discuss Nathan's backstory that inspired his career in advocacy and best practices for religions organizations entering the advocacy space. Special Guest: Nathan Wineinger.

Support this podcast via Patreon . John and Matt welcome Senge Sering to discuss India, Kashmir, China, Pakistan. Special Guest: Senge Sering.

Support this podcast via Patreon . Matt and John catch up with their friend Father Deacon Andrew Bennett, Canada's former--and first ever-- Ambassador for Religious Freedom. Bennett now serves in multiple capacities including with Cardus (Canada's only faith-based think tank) and the Religious Freedom Institute in Washington, D.C. Special Guest: Fr. Dn. Andrew Bennett.