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Angela Naomi and Shae Diehl, veteran women of the US Navy, stop by to talk about the birth of Combat Coven, a group that provides a safe space for military members to explore diverse spiritual practices. The discussion also addresses the impact of the past year on spiritual practitioners and the concept of a 'death cult' within Christian nationalism. Check them out on Facebook, Combat Coven.

I chat with Andrew Seidel, Director of Americans United for Separation of Church & State and also oversees the Freedom from Religion Foundation. We chat Christian Nationalism, the National Prayer Breakfast, his books, and more. See more from Andrew here https://andrewlseidel.com/

Elizabeth Dempsey Beggs, a New Deal Dem candidate for Virginia's First Congressional District, shares her military experience, thoughts on immigration and Christian Nationalism, and the importance of addressing the working class in the tax code. Learn more at elizabethforvirigina.com

I chat with Amy Rae Pearson -- educator, traveler, poet, and author of '100 Days of Solitude.' She talks about her experience in Japan and spending 100 days, alone, in the Bob Marshall Wilderness serving the US Forest Service. Buy her book '100 Days of Solitude' at Montana local bookstores or online.

I chat with Wayne Finegar of the Quaker House about the Quaker history and community, conscientious objection, and the US/Israel military conflict in Iran. www.quakerhouse.org

I chat with Reilly Neill, US Senate (MT) Candidate about farming, impact of tariffs on agriculture, election integrity and voter registration, AI data centers and water usage, ICE and immigration issues, and healthcare and universal coverage. Learn more about Reilly https://reillyformontana.com

Jeff Pixley is a retired USAF colonel running for congress in Oklahoma District 4. We discuss the challenges of religious extremism, concerns about DHS funding and military priorities, We then focus on Oklahoma issues, such as the need for veterans' mental health care and support, and economic affordability. Learn more at https://pixleyforcongress.com/

I chat with Land Tawney, American Hunters & Anglers, about Montana conservation and public lands. You can read more: https://www.americanhuntersandanglers.org/

Angie Buckley, a member of Junior League of Billings, shares her journey of joining the national women's organization, Junior League, and the impactful work they do in her local community. She discusses the 10th Annual Montana Women's Leadership Conference, organized by the Junior League of Billings. Learn more at juniorleagueofbillings.org

Kerry Chaput joins the studio to talk about her upcoming book, 'The Secret Courtesan,' researching and writing women's history, and why finding your voice is aided by the strong women who came before us. Check her out at @kellywrites.

The conversation with Molly Whalen covers topics related to women's empowerment, group coaching, challenges and barriers for women, the evolution of women's power, and the concept of igniting one's soul through a guided return to oneself. Molly shares insights into her journey as a business owner and coach, the impact of group coaching, and the societal issues affecting women on the road to succes...

Cynthia Palmer stops by the studio to share her journey of generational trauma, highlighting the impact of war, loss, and abuse on her family and her own experiences. She discusses the concept of epigenetics, importance of agency and autonomy in healing, and the impact of girl-on-girl abuse. Learn more about Cynthia Palmer at www.helioscounseling.com

Vin Li is a Christian content creator who has renounced political party to focus on Christ. We chat about his journey, ICE, and how he sees the world. He is a conservative Christian who shares how he sees the world a different way after spending a few years in leftism. Check him out on socials at @vinli4christ.

Jamie Ford is a NYT best-selling author. We cover his books "Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet" and "The Many Daughters of Afong Moy", along with discussions about epigenetics and his Chinese immigration ancestry.

Dr. Dan McClellan, PhD, and author of "The Bible Says So" joins the podcast to talk about the construction of the Bible, the 10 Commandments, and more. Check him out on socials @maklelan.

  Malynda Hale is a multi-hyphenate content creator, award-winning actress, singer and activist based in Los Angeles. She uses her voice and platform to drive meaningful conversations around activism, justice, and human rights through digital media and storytelling. A respected media commentator, Malynda has appeared on CNN, ABC News Live,and NPR’s Marketplace Tech and is a recurring guest on Rola...

Alani Bankhead shares her extensive experience in combating child sex trafficking and discusses the use of surveillance and AI in law enforcement and military operations. We also chat about the challenges of ICE and immigration in Montana. Learn more about Alani: https://alaniformt.com/

I chat Christian Nationalism's impact on environmental regulation with the Tattooed Theologian, Dillon Naber Cruz. We discuss theology, his disdain for Calvinism, and how God calls us to be responsible stewards of the environment. Learn more @tattooedtheologian on socials.

This week, I chat with Alex Zambito, of the Southern Catholic Worker. He serves in the Catholic Worker movement in NYC and is a staunch Marxist and lover of John Brown. We talk about his journey and how his faith shapes his activism. Learn more at @southerncatholicworker on socials.

I chat with Helena Lovick of the Cascade County Democrats, to give an update on Montana politics. You can support the CC Dems here: https://cascadecountydemocrats.org/

Mattie Mae Motl is a PhD candidate at University of St. Andrew's in Scotland with a focus on Gender and Sexuality in the New Testament. We chat marriage, queerness, and more in this week's episode. Follow Mattie at @mattiemaemotl.

Meg Carney of The Outdoor Minimalist joins us today to talk about responsible environmental stewardship and minimalism in the outdoor recreation space. Meg works with industries and businesses to help build a sustainable future, while also running a podcast, blog, and documentary production studio that tells stories of advocacy for wildlife and nature. Check out @outdoorminimalist for more.

Russell Cleveland is running for Congress in MT-01. He stops by the studio to talk about his Naval service, proposals for universal childcare, and other big goals from his campaign. Learn more on https://russellcleveland.org/

This week, we chat with Sam Lux who is running for office in MT-02. Sam explains his positions on labor, immigration, Venezuela, and Trump. Learn more about his policies at luxformontana.com or @luxformontana.

One of the leading scholars on Christian Nationalism, Dr. Andrew Whitehead, joins the podcast to discuss Christian Nationalist ideology. He explains the conservative Christian support for Israel, their goals in the political sphere, and how to stay grounded. Learn more about his work at https://andrewwhitehead.substack.com/ .