Pushback with Dr. Jonny

The recency effect is when items found at the end of a list or that are learned most recently are recalled best. In our own lives, this effect can lead us to only focus on what is before us and we forget the key moments of our journey. Dr. Jonny illustrates overcoming this effect as he recalls historical moments, famous stories and personal testimony. Through intentionality, focus and repetition w...

Much of our culture is national or group focused. This culture allows unprecedented anonymity and is void of personal accountability. To create real change in a culture we need to stand up individually and locally for what we believe in. Dr. Jonny explains that if we assume someone else will take responsibility or if we allow a “group-think” mentality, nothing will change. Whatever we take respons...

In the conclusion of this four part series, Dr. Jonny applies the strategies of 19th century reformer and abolitionist, William Wilburforce, to the modern day abortion issue. As the greatest civil rights crisis of our generation, this battle requires our persistence and determination without backing down or compromise. Dr. Jonny gives practical and inspirational strategies toward the, “saving of t...

Before William Wilberforce ever petitioned for the abolition of the slave trade, his compatriots had begun working on the hearts and minds of the British people. They knew this was where the battle must begin! They focused on the cultural, societal and ideological mores that allowed slavery to exist in the first place. Dr. Jonny expounds on this strategy for our cultural issues today, especially t...

The fifty year period preceding the start of the Victorian era is referred to as the, “Age of Wilburforce” and he has been called, “the greatest reformer in history.” How did William Wilburforce have the moral courage to bring about such radical change in his lifetime? Dr. Jonny performs an autopsy on the character of this man, that in turn, provides a strategy for all of us looking to defend life...

The cause of the abolitionists in the late 18th century to abolish slavery has an eerie similarity to the pro-life cause of today. There was a force, a “Wilbur-force” that tirelessly persisted until the slave trade ended in England, and we need similar leaders to rise up now!  Dr. Jonny passionately describes the cause, the passion and the strategy of pro-lifer William Wilburforce and how this ten...

There is a famous adage that states, “Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” Because this is true, remembering becomes one of our greatest cultural tools. Dr. Jonny explores that whether it is a global pandemic, racial tension or bloody battles it is to our advantage to dissect and learn from past experiences to create a better today. From conflicts centuries old to this w...

While the Covid-19 Vaccine is being distributed in full force, there have been concerns about variants that have arisen around the world. There have been a lot of conflicting reports regarding the variants and how the vaccine may be contributing to their creation. Dr. Jonny puts on his medical cap and explains what variants are, what is being done to address them, and what is the most advantageous...

Churches were meant to be regional, not denominational, and inherent in the dominion given to us by Jesus, is to tend and keep the land and region we were placed into. Dr. Jonny again describes the power and authority of our spoken word, that even extends to our geographical region. We (or our church) are not responsible for the whole world, but only what He has given us, and what we take responsi...

The cultural mandate was given to family in Genesis chapter one. We were given dominion and the Lord brought creation to Adam, “to see what He would call them.” Dr. Jonny explains that, through Jesus, our dominion has been restored, and it is the kind of authority that enables creation to develop and open up as it should. We have the power to release blessings (or curses) over our family, co-worke...

This episode contains adult content, parental discretion advised. Nowhere are the debates around transgender rights as stark as they are in sports. Everyone is looking for a level playing field. In contrast to absolute truth and basic biology, the radical liberal agenda preaches that the question of sex is changeable, progressive and fluid. Dr. Jonny explains that they are trying to convince us th...

This episode contains adult content, parental discretion advised.  The “Equality Act” has just recently been passed by the House of Representatives and is now before the Senate. Dr. Jonny explains that the Equality Act does nothing to protect or help the LGBT community, while at the same time, looks to weaken or even criminalize any opposition. We, as Christian families, need to be vocal and unwav...

This episode contains adult content, parental discretion advised. Statistics show that the LGBT community is hurting, in pain and is bleeding.  The secular world tells them that bleeding is normal.  The church community tells them that their bleeding is too messy and they should stop bleeding. What they really need is compassion and for someone to help stop the bleeding. We need to stop focusing o...

This episode contains adult content, parental discretion advised.   All humanity battles with identity issues whether it be spiritual, social or self-identity.  Why would we think gender (or sexual) identity would be any different? Our past life experiences and, more specifically, our past pain and trauma effects our behavior. Dr. Jonny dives into this sensitive and important issue by postulating...

Systemic racism refers to systems in place that create and maintain racial inequality.  Our education system could easily be described as one of those systems, but not only in the way you may think, there is something deeper and more sinister at play in our public schools and colleges that is never talked about.  Dr. Jonny exhorts parents and students to stand up and expose the systemic and insidi...

This episode contains adult content, but is critical for teenagers, parental discretion advised. Patrick Mahomes is arguably the best quarterback on the planet and has been outspoken about his Christian faith. However, a tweet during the Super Bowl by his now fiancé, Brittany Matthews, raised some red flags about their relationship and our current culture in general. Casual attitudes toward premar...

The word “racist” is a sharp sword that our culture is currently swinging haphazardly and irresponsibly. This can be done from hurt and pain or sometimes from just not knowing what else to do. It may cause many to back away, but that shouldn’t be the goal. For real change to occur we need to draw people closer and begin to have real, effective conversations that bring healing to ourselves, our fam...

With the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine upon us, it has generated many concerns and questions. Dr. Jonny uses his medical expertise and experience to address many of his listener’s questions, and since it still may be months away for the general population to get vaccinated, it would be a great use of time to become informed as possible. He generated a top 10 list of claims and concerns so that h...

Woke is a political term that originated in the United States, and it refers to a perceived awareness of issues that concern social justice. Being woke has transitioned in America from being socially aware to being socially offended. Our culture, rather than focusing on becoming less offended, has ineffectively and at times ridiculously, only focused on silencing the offensive. Dr. Jonny explains...

The term social lubricant is any food, beverage, or activity that stimulates social interactions or helps people feel more comfortable in social situations. Dr. Jonny shares his mission and vision for Pushback and the hope that this podcast can be a social lubricant. He desires that  his listeners will feel socially comfortable engaging the culture that is currently dysfunctional and hurting. Beca...

Many in this nation are feeling injustice or feeling unheard. This creates feelings of pain, anger and judgment. Jesus, however, flipped everything upside down and called for a higher way of living, where mercy triumphs over judgment. Dr. Jonny calls for one of the hardest things any Christian has to do…to forgive and show mercy. Mercy is not a passive word, it is not giving up, shutting up or cow...

This week there are the Georgia Senate run-off elections and congress voting to certify (or object to) the election results.  This will not only be a critical week for politics, but for the culture and integrity of the United States.  Dr. Jonny reviews what is at stake this week and calls for an investigation of the truth. It is OK to pushback, to be heard, and to be outraged until our critical qu...

Many might have felt that 2020 was like getting a lump of coal in your Christmas stocking. There were plenty of concerns about the direction our culture was headed that required some pushback! Dr. Jonny explains the importance of not lumping all the issues of our culture into one big lump of coal, but rather dissect each topic to find the areas of agreement, compromise and outright rejection. He r...

2020 has been an interesting year to say the least and Dr. Jonny has covered some very important, and at times, heavy topics as we look to pushback and set the culture. However, this is Christmas week, so it is time to have a little fun!  Family sets the culture and part of family culture is just having fun together and for the Claussens, that means games. Play along as Dr. Jonny invites his famil...

Dr. Jonny responds to many email messages regarding the Pushback podcast and especially the Covid-19 vaccination. While many feel they are healthy so they don’t need to take the vaccine, Dr. Jonny asserts that it is healthier to be immune than susceptible. As we prepare for this Christmas season, he briefly describes the power of the nativity and how Jesus became one of us in every way, so that He...