Focus Today with Perry Atkinson

Todd Starnes, award-winning journalist and author of The Golden Age: How Trump Saved America, discusses why he believes America has entered a new era under President Donald Trump and the role faith, freedom, and traditional values will play in its future. https://www.toddstarnes.com/

Bill Gallagher, counselor and founder of Teamworks, discusses eternal security, God’s unconditional love for the believer, and whether a Christian can ever lose their salvation. http://www.teamworks-works.com

Jonathan Cahn, author of the new book The Altar of Pergamon, talks about the ancient mystery he believes connects the biblical “Throne of Satan” to some of history’s darkest events and what it may reveal about the future. http://hopeoftheworld.org

Oregon Congressman Cliff Bentz discusses Oregon’s wildfire challenges, the economy, and the key issues shaping the 2026 congressional and governor’s elections.

Leighton Grey, host of the Grey Matter Podcast and author of a new book “Trials, Tribulations, & Truth,” discusses the crisis of modern masculinity and the rise of artificial intelligence. https://thegreymatterpodcast.ca/

Pastor Marc Little, host of the Marc Little Show, discusses the growing struggle to find peace in uncertain times and examines the moral and spiritual battle over abortion in America. http://marclittleshow.com

 Dennis Kneale, media strategist and author of the new book “The Oregoners,” discusses why political disagreements are increasingly destroying relationships and whether people can learn to disagree without treating one another as enemies. https://oregonersbook.com/

Mark Tapson, Fellow on Popular Culture at the Horowitz Freedom Center, discusses the Pentagon’s new emphasis on Western civilization and Christianity in military-family schools and the debate it has sparked over education and patriotism. https://www.horowitzfreedomcenter.org/

Dr. Gene Getz, editor of the Life Essentials Study Bible, discusses the role of local churches in helping families that are facing the results of a hostile environment. http://bibleprinciples.org

Mark Minnella, host of Financial Issues, discusses the rise of Gen Z entrepreneurship, the role of AI in lowering barriers to business ownership, and why he believes young entrepreneurs could strengthen America’s economic future. http://FinancialIssues.org

 Michael Letts, founder and CEO of In-Vest USA and author of “Truth, Lies, and Control,” discusses the growing conflict over immigration enforcement, sanctuary-city policies, policing strategies, and the broader challenges facing law enforcement in America today. http://www.investusa.org/ https://michaelletts.us/  

Perry Atkinson gives an update on what is happening at theDove.

Eric Eggers, Vice President of Research at the Government Accountability Institute, discusses major fraud and government-accountability investigations, as well as the key election-integrity concerns heading into the 2026 midterms. http://www.g-a-i.org

Dr. Andrew Fox, organizational culture expert, author, and Anglican priest, discusses several cultural issues making headlines, including the growing influence of Islam in American institutions and the WNBA’s debate over transgender athletes. https://drandrewfox.com/

Kenneth Abramowitz, author of The Multifront War, discusses the latest developments in the Iran war and prospects for peace in Gaza. https://savethewest.com/

Charles Crismier, author of “The Power to Overcome,” discusses the spiritual battles confronting Christians in troubled times, the prophetic message of Revelation, and how believers can stand with faith, courage, and hope as they await Christ's return. https://saveus.org/

Dr. Alex McFarland, Religion and Culture Expert and author of 20 books, discusses the rise of the “manosphere,” why its message is attracting young men, and how biblical manhood offers a better model of strength, leadership, virtue, and sacrifice. http://www.alexmcfarland.com/

Todd Friel, executive director of Fortis Institute, discusses the growing influence of neo-Nazi ideology among young men and within Christian circles, as well as the problem of deficient Gospel presentations and what biblical evangelism should look like. http://FortisInstitute.org

Jac Marino Chen, author of “Ensnared: Overcoming the Darkness of the New Age and Occult with the Light of God’s Truth,” discusses the dangers of New Age and occult practices, her own journey into spiritual darkness, and how she ultimately found freedom through faith in Jesus Christ. http://JacMarino.com

Mark Meckler, President of Convention of States, discusses the growing power of the federal government, the constitutional balance between Washington and the states, and what’s at stake in the upcoming midterm elections. http://ConventionofStates.com

Dr. Ron Hunter Jr., CEO of D6 Family Ministry and author of “Backward Discipleship,” discusses why so many young people are walking away from the faith and how parents and churches can raise resilient disciples whose faith lasts into adulthood. http://d6family.com

 John Veal, Senior Pastor of Enduring Faith Christian Center in Chicago, discusses how we can hear and recognize the voice of God, discern His voice from our own thoughts, and guard against spiritual deception. https://johnveal.org/

Michael Busler, professor of finance at Stockton University in New Jersey, discusses the Iran war, its impact on the U.S. economy, the future of President Trump’s America First agenda, and the growing debate over capitalism and socialism in America. https://muckrack.com/michael-busler

Murray Sabrin, PhD, Emeritus Professor of Finance at Ramapo College of New Jersey, discusses the future of the U.S. dollar and whether recent government economic policies are moving America away from free-market capitalism. http://MurraySabrin. Substack.com

Janice Fiamengo, retired professor of English and author of “The Goddess That Failed,” discusses the evolution of modern feminism, its impact on men, families, and society, and why she believes the movement has departed from its original goals. https://substack.com/@fiamengofile