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The conversation delves into the complex history and religious significance of Palestine and Israel, exploring the impact of Christian Zionism, political motivations, and the parallels between Rome and the United States. It also addresses the militarization of borders and the implications for migration and neocolonialism. The conversation delves into the intersection of faith and financial decisio...

Dr. Andrew Perera shares his personal journey, highlighting the complexities of moral injury and the distinct nature of the Marine Corps experience. The conversation explores the impact of trauma on individuals, the challenges of institutional systems, the role of military chaplaincy, as well as the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act.

Army ChaplainJared Anderson talks about the crucial role of chaplains in providing specific support, protecting humanity in war, and the need for clinical training and competence in chaplaincy. We also explore the paradox of protecting humanity in the military and the importance of matching chaplains' strengths with the needs of the mission. Follow him on socials at @extremechaplain.

I talk with Ed Worrell, President of the Montana Association for the Blind, about his personal journey, challenges, and adaptation to blindness, the use of AI technology for managing diabetes and assisting vision-impaired individuals.

Andrew Johnson, founder of Electric City Opportunities, talks about his personal journey of overcoming a traumatic brain injury and incomplete paraplegia to become an advocate for the disability community. He discusses the challenges and successes of his work, the importance of labor rights, and the impact of government policies on disability services. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/p/Elec...

We talk about author Liz Bucar's experiences with the Camino de Santiago, the distinction between religion and spirituality, and her academic work that informs her "Beyond Wellness" and "Stealing My Religion" books. Check her out on socials as @lizbucar.

Amanda Otterman, a Meno health nurse, shares her journey from nursing to menopause education and advocacy. She highlights the renaming of PCOS and the importance of recognizing menopause as a whole-body systemic issue. Find her at @menohealthnurse on socials.

Col. Bree Fram shares her experience of forced retirement and administrative leave, advocacy for transgender service members, the role of Space Force, decision to run for office, and hope for the future. Note: Bree suspended her campaign after recording this episode.

I talk with Julie Roland about her global perspective gained from military service, the intersection of religion and politics, and the importance of diversity and unity. Follow her @jyrola on socials!

I talk with Military Religious Freedom Foundation founder and CEO Mikey Weinstein. He talks about the prevalence of Christian Nationalism at the Air Force Academy, the impact of Christian Nationalism on the military, and the rise of Christian Nationalism in recent years. Learn more about militaryreligiousfreedom.org

Colonel Alex Simmons, a retired U.S. Army Special Operations Officer, shares insights on Iran, Hezbollah, China's influence, and the post-9/11 foreign policy shift. He provides historical context and strategic analysis, shedding light on complex geopolitical dynamics and the impact of long-term strategic planning. Follow him on threads @alexvsims

I chat with U.S. Army Major Kara Corcoran and her experience of transitioning in the military and the support and acceptance she received during and after her transition. We also talk about diversity and inclusion in the military, the challenges faced by transgender service members, and strategic training and global dynamics. Follow her @queenofmanuever @sparta.pride

Chris La Tray and I talk about the history and restoration of the Little Shell tribe, the advocacy for landless indigenous people, and authoring three books. Find him at https://chrislatray.substack.com/

Dr. Len Necefer and I cover a range of topics including Alaska Native corporations, national security concerns, the impact of energy prices on Alaskan villages, AI, war, and energy, ethical AI use and public advocacy, and renewable energy and nuclear energy. Check him out on socials at @lennecefer

I chat with Paul Haygood, a progressive Christian who seeks to build an interfaith community in Tyler, Texas. We discuss his research on membership and belonging in the Christian church in East Texas, which forms the western edge of the American South.

I talk with legal forensic analyst Laura O'Dea about concerns with democratic institutions, the impact of military service on perspective, progressivism in the military, socialism in the military, and the struggles of military spouses are also discussed. Follow her here: https://instagram.com/_lauraodea.ma

I chat with Jenny McGrath about purity culture and its impact on the human body, somatic experiencing, and mental health therapy.

I talk with Annie Logue about leadership roles in Junior League and League of Women Voters. We also explore the impact of economic trauma, racial integration, urban education, and the perspective of the working class in academia. Learn more about her here: https://thewhateveryears.substack.com/

I chat with Dr. Shelagh Larson, WHNP, about women's healthcare, menopause, and access and support for refugee women.

We chat about Eric Czuleger, geopolitical analyst, and his exploration of unrecognized territories, the Peace Corps experience in Albania, and observations on statecraft. Learn more about him from his podcast / socials: @underreport

Valynda Holland is a candidate for state senate in MT-11 and Lela Graham is running for house in district 21. They collaborated and joined on the podcast to share their motivations for running for office, their political journeys, and the challenges facing their districts. Learn more from them: https://lelagraham.com/ https://www.valyndaformt.com/

Dr. Kyleanne Hunter talks about her journey from Marine combat to policy advocacy, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based advocacy and the impact of rolling back diversity programs. Learn how to support veterans at: iava.org

Avery Claire Wrigglesworth shares her experience of running Lily Hill Cattle and the challenges of small farming in the face of corporate operations and AI data centers. Check her out on https://www.lilyhillcattle.com/ or socials @lilyhillcattle

Josie Makin, the owner of Wild Roots Mobile IV, shares her journey from nursing to holistic health, emphasizing the importance of women's health and wellness. https://www.wildrootsivandwellness.com/

Montana's Cascade County Commissioner Eric Hinebauch stops by to discuss challenges in public education, impact of funding cuts on public services, public safety and law enforcement, economic development, workforce challenges, and AI data centers.