The Common Good Podcast

What did Covid do to our social circles? Brian and Aubrey discuss the latest research, and then are joined by Dr. Richard Safeer to talk about creating healthy workplaces. Later, a conversation about conflating thinness with Godliness--and an interview with Becky Robinson, founder and CEO of Weaving Influence, on her book Reach--and the stewardship of our online presence as Christians. GUESTS: Dr....

Brian and Ian catch up on Ian's move to Tennessee and new family member. They also talk about 5 Technologies the Church Isn't Prepared For, and react to the killing of Tyre Nichols. 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.

Brian and Ian talk lessons from a weekend football game, life in Tennessee, and whether Ian has hope for the church--plus an old favorite game: make Ian explain his tweets. 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.

Kelsey Grammer made a movie about the Jesus Revolution ! Plus, Brian and Aubrey rank their Top 5 Tom Hanks movies, talk about the cost of raising kids , and do a little sermon prep.  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.

Brian and Aubrey discuss a recent piece from David French, a study of Hispanic churches from Lifeway Research... and then in a memorable Grinds My Gears, Aubrey goes off on Walgreens' automated phone software and Brian compares biting your cheek to childbirth. LINKS: Activism and Apathy Are Poisoning American Politics Lifeway Research study reveals a picture of Hispanic churches that are newer, yo...

Naomi’s House began in 2016 after years of preparing and researching the best way to serve Survivors of commercial sexual exploitation. The field to offer Survivors the best resources with trauma-informed, comprehensive, and faith-based services was narrow.  NH created a model over five years that went from serving five women annually through residential services to hundreds of women annually in m...

Inspired by the newest (regarding Damar Hamlin), Brian and Aubrey have a word on conspiracy theories--plus, they talk about Andy Stanley's controversial comments on what straight people have to learn from gay people who choose to serve in the church. LINKS: Why the Pro-Life Movement (Still) Needs Jesus | Christianity Today Damar Hamlin Isn't Staying Silent On Conspiracy Theories About His Cardiac...

Caller Nin Coleman from Naperville weighs in on recent shootings, including the horrific Lunar New Year shooting in L.A. Rabbi Kirt Schneider describes the state of the Messianic church and how ancient scriptures point to Jesus. His new book, Messianic Prophecy Revealed, is now available and "Discovering the Jewish Jesus" airs weekdays on AM1160 at 9am. Lastly, a NASA astronaut recently commented...

KJ from the C.S. Lewis Institute joins to talk about their Annual Spiritual Checkup . Plus, he helps Brian pick which C.S. Lewis book to (finally) read first, and talks about the upcoming applications window to join the Institute. Email KJ for more info or a pdf of the checkup at kj@cslewisinstitute.org. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian...

Author Beth Vogt, who has chosen a 'word for the year' for the last 18 years, joins the show to help convince skeptical Brian of how it can be a thoughtful & meaningful practice.  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.

Michele Tafoya, former NBC sideline reporter and host of the new "Sideline Sanity" podcast, joins Brian and Aubrey on the show to talk about the nation's prayerful response to the Damar Hamlin story. She also talks about a NFL collapsing incident in 2013 when she knew her job was changing from covering sports to covering life. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Au...

One hockey player’s refusal to participate in pride activities prompts a discussion about homophobia and religious freedom. Then, a discussion on prayerlessness , and on coach Deion Sanders--who has caused waves by praying with players before a game. Is that appropriate? Caller William Estelle chimes in. Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian...

As a parent, how do you take responsibility for your kids’ mental health relating to social media? Then, decision fatigue looks different for each Brian & Aubrey, so they counsel each other about it. 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.

Brian and Aubrey debate the value of Prince Harry's book and media tour, and then are joined by a very different kind of biographer--whose mission is to dispel myths about Puritan women. GUEST: Dr. Jenny-Lyn de Klerk, author of 5 Puritan Women: Stories of Faith and Love Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Ke...

Clinical psychologist Dr. Kelly Flanagan, author of the bestselling novel “The Unhiding of Elijah Campbell,” joins Brian as a guest host to talk about estrangement, resisting resentment, and creating a device contract with your older kids. GUEST: Dr. Kelly Flanagan , clinical psychologist and author Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From...

Brian talks about the revival of prayer happening since the Damar Hamlin event. Then he's joined by Justin Robert Young to talk about the significance of Kevin McCarthy finally being elected speaker, followed by guest host Steve Coble of Renewal Church in Chicago to talk about masculinity in the church--and getting 'ghosted' as a pastor. GUESTS: Justin Robert Young, host of the Politics Politics P...

...not really, but he does wonder why no one chooses a word like "exhaustion". But first, Brian and Aubrey talk about an article from The Gospel Coalition about protecting your soul when your profession ‘requires’ a platform. They also ask each other: what are you doing well as a parent, and what could you do better? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian and Aubrey take issue with Donald Trump, Jr. promoting the “We the People Bible ”; then Dr. Robert Jeffress, Senior Pastor First Baptist Church Dallas and Bible Teacher Pathway to Victory, talks about the goals of his new book: What Every Christian Should Know: 10 Core Beliefs for Standing Strong in a Shifting World. Lastly, the most significant religions stories of 2022 -- and a few things...

Sarah Zylstra of The Gospel Coalition shares with Brian and Steve about why she left social media–and why she feels women in general should be cautious about using it. Then, the intoxication of making people laugh from onstage affects pastors too . Brian and Steve ask about the danger of a narcissist pastor, big churches, and big falls. Guest: Sarah Zylstra of The Gospel Coalition on her article,...

We're back in 2023 with a truly unbelievable tweet from Planned Parenthood, the importance of attitude, and two competing viewpoints from The Gospel Coalition: whether to leave social media or stay. 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.

So much to love in this nutty Christmas episode: From a video of Jim Gaffigan –is it really the most wonderful time of the year?; Cynical Christmas tweets; Aubrey quizzes Brian on some Christmas trivia, and then: Scrambling for a last minute present? Here’s the Common Good Last Minute Christmas Gift list. Finally, on a more reverent note, two final challenges from the 12 Days of Prayer & Actio...

Ace Collins, author of “Stories Behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas,” joins Brian and Dan Ehrman for a very festive episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Soerens, U.S. Director of Church mobilization and advocacy at World Relief and co-Author of “Inalienable”, joins to talk about his 12 Days of Prayer & Action for a Christmas Miracle for Immigrants. Learn more at https://evangelicalimmigrationtable.com/ .  Follow The Common Good on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith...

Paul Jacobs with Food for the Poor joins with stories from Haiti and elsewhere in the Caribbean and Latin America. Experts estimate that COVID set back the 'poverty clock' in these areas by 20 years. AM1160 partners with Food for the Poor to answer needs of desperate hunger in the region, and you can help with a one-time or recurring gift; a gift of just $144 feeds a family of four for an entire y...

Dr. Tim Elmore, author of A New Kind of Diversity, joins to discuss helping to Bridge the Generation Gap at Holidays. 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.