The Common Good Podcast

Doesn’t it feel extra complicated to hang an American flag on your house these days? Brian and Aubrey debate it, with a conclusion that might surprise you... and then get a different perspective from Todun Afolabi, US Volunteer Engagement Manager for World Relief, who recently became a U.S. citizen. Later in the show, a discussion on shaping our spiritual lives--and Fourth of July facts to wow kid...

Brian and Aubrey talk about keeping your mission front of mind, crazy Chicago traffic and beautiful scenic drives, whether or not churches should still send youth groups on short term 'missions' trips, and then interview Larry Randolph about the role of therapy dogs in bringing comfort to those in crisis. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian...

Inspiring words from a high school valedictorian--a chimp seeing sunshine for the first time--a pastor writes a really arrogant sermon review?--and a memorable Grinds My Gears in which Brian directs Aubrey on how to drown chipmunks. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See omnystudio.com/listener...

Brian and Aubrey discuss data presented by religion researcher Ryan Burge: "Religion in the 21st Century America has become an enclave for people who have done everything 'right.' They have college degrees and marriages and children and middle-class incomes. For those who don’t check all those boxes, religion is just not for them." Then, a new proposed law regarding 'hate speech' in Michigan, and...

These companies have mastered the 'experience'--can and should the church do the same? Then, Brian & Aubrey talk about being present where you are, and good news from the week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are 'patriotic' church services problematic? Then, Brian and Aubrey debate the media reaction to the Titan submersible tragedy. Later, prolific author and speaker Jay Payleitner, together with his daughter Rae Ann, talks about how during fatherhood it might be time to put away the golf clubs and make your kids your hobby. And Mike Smith, host of "Your Discipleship Coach" (Saturdays 7pm on AM1160),...

Brian and Aubrey discuss the lordship of Christ vs. the limits of government and then troubling statistics about teens and life enjoyment Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keith Myer is the Pastor of Harvest Baptist Church in Salsbury, Maryland. He joined Brian and Aubrey to share his experience at the Southern Baptist Convention. Plus, Pastor Philip France Sr. from Living Grace Church in Lynwood, Illinois talked about their Summer Leadership Academy  Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura...

Sheila Wise Rowe is a truth-teller who is passionate about matters of faith and emotional healing. She advocates for the dignity, rights, and healing of abuse and racial trauma survivors, and racial conciliation. Sheila holds a Master's in counseling psychology and over twenty-eight years of experience as a Christian Counselor, Spiritual Director, Educator, Writer, and Speaker.   See omnystudio.co...

Anthony Russo joins Brian From and Steve Coble to talk about Christians and laughter Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can AI replace Pastors? Plus, are churches too complacent today? Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Uzma Noormohamed the Program Director of Illinois Science and Energy Innovation Foundation joins Brian to talk about Earth Art Chicago. Plus, Dr. Daniel Huerta the VP of Parenting & Youth at Focus on the Family and author of 7 Traits of Effective Parenting helps Brian prepare for Fathers Day Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Prod...

...plus, the culture wars, why in-person church attendance is so crucial, and what Steve Coble (guest host for the week) has learned about fathering young kids. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Aubrey on vacation, guest host Steve Coble joins Brian to talk about whether character and integrity matter in leadership, Rick Warren and the SBC, and the press conference given by the Oklahoma Sooners Womens' Softball team that everyone is talking about. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conra...

Plus, are you good with armed church members as your security strategy?? And later, debates over home churches--and whether date night is really feasible in a certain season of marriage. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Michael Jr. the funniest person to ever give an interview on The Common Good? Listen for yourself to find out, and then check out his new adventure with his wife Ebony at https://michaeljr.com/4things/ . Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“We as God’s people need to rise up and take the rainbow back," says Rabbi Kirt Schneider of Discovering the Jewish Jesus. "We should not shy away from wearing rainbow clothing or decorating with the rainbow. There is a rainbow around God’s throne. Do not let the LGBTQ community steal what is God’s and force their agenda on us and our nation." Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Insta...

Brian read an article over at Christianity Today that he has to share. The title: Welcome, Visitors! Here’s Our Church’s Take on Sex. Then, the most-Googled questions about what's okay for Christians to do (some are fascinating), and remembering D-Day. Finally, an interview with Hannah Gronowski Barnett of Generation Distinct, who noticed that young adults wanted to work on justice issues--but tho...

Do we celebrate middle school, grade school and kindergarten graduations?? Then, honoring Paul Eshlemen, who brought the 'Jesus' film to the ends of the earth--and a fantastic conversation with Pastor Josh Moody of College Church in Wheaton, Illinois about how to maintain integrity while leading a large congregation--and how his perspective has changed over the course of his ministry career.  Foll...

Do the Swifties (including Brian's wife and daughter!) have something to teach the church about committed community? Then, baffling boycotts of Chick-Fil-A and now The Chosen have Brian and Aubrey talking about Christians may be losing the forest for the trees. They're also talking about fundamentalism, when heart attacks are most likely to happen, and Greg Laurie's thoughts on the gospel. Follow...

At what point does the far right become the boycotters who cried wolf? Then, we talk to Southern Baptist Convention pastor Keith Myer (aka "Pasta Keith"), who raised $16K on Twitter to make sure abuse survivors could travel to the upcoming SBC annual meeting. Keith talks about why he started the fundraiser and why it's important for survivors to be heard in the room.  Follow The Common Good on Fac...

Aubrey wants to know how far we'll take the boycott culture. Then, new data about Gen Z and faith, the real turning point in the Prodigal Son story, and a clip of a sermon on Psalm 73 from Paul David Tripp.  Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What would you do if your children or spouse started questioning their sexual identity? Then, David Jimenez, advocacy expert for Prison Fellowship, talks about de-escalation training for police--and Aubrey fills in Brian on the new Hillsong documentary. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See om...

Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has issued an official warning that social media isn’t safe for teens. Then, how do you know found the right church?, Kim Kardashian's style of solo parenting, and an interview with author Andy Partington on his book,  Hope in Addiction: Understanding and Helping Those Caught in the Grip. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Samps...

...but first, CRAZY wedding stories, the number one phrase to avoid when you’re angry, and 6 steps to expressing anger in a healthy way. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith Conrad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.