The Common Good Podcast

(00:00-09:20): Lauren Daigle’s 'You Say' Breaks Billboard Record, Becomes Biggest Christian Song of All Time . It has been the leader of the charts for 28 weeks, surpassing Hilsong’s ‘Oceans’ which set the previous record. Brian and Ian talk about the significance of Christian music and how it may be becoming mainstream. (09:20-18:58): We are joined by ministry leader and a...

(00:00-09:44):  Botham Jean’s Brother’s Offer of Forgiveness Went Viral . His Mother’s Calls for Justice Should Too. Brian and Ian touch on the importance of due process and payment for wrongdoing. Forgiveness is importance, grace is essential, but Justice is deserved.  (09:44-19:40): Good news, bad news on churchgoers’ views of Trump. Brian and Ian touch on this...

(00:00-09:41): 'Joker' is the culmination of an envelope-pushing trend. It could be Hollywood's future . The film takes recent industry trends to an apparent extreme, testing the limits of commercial storytelling. Brian and Ian discuss the controversial depiction of violence. (09:41-18:51): Jameela Jamil was on with Trevor Noah talking about ‘cancel culture’ . Brian and Ian hear a bit...

(00:00-09:06):  Alyssa Milano: If I hadn't opted for two abortions in 1993 'my life would be completely lacking all its great joys' today. Brian and Ian touch on this Blaze article on how the actress is thankful that she went through with the abortions. (10:02-19:14): “ Want to improve your life? Just learn to say no ”, writes Chloe Brotheridge in The Guardian. Brian and Ian give...

(00:00-10:17): The Botham Jean Murderer gets 10 years, and Jean’s brother speaks unbelievable words of grace to her. Brian and Ian respond to his statement and actions, and discuss how we need to recognize the pain of the situation, and the grace that Christians ought to express in forgiveness.  (10:17-18:38): Zach Brittle writes on Gottman.com “How To Break Up” . Brian and...

(00:00-09:09): Kanye West announced that he no longer will be making secular music, only gospel. Brian and Ian touch on how Christians are criticizing the artist saying that he is only just saying it.  (09:09-18:02): We are joined by author and Global Leader Jackson Crum. He is here to talk about his devotional book for men called “ Sought ”. He resigned from leading his church Pa...

(00:00-09:26):  Tithing Over Text Is Now a Multi-Billion Dollar Industry . Kate Shellnut writes a feature piece on companies who profit off of online and mobile giving to churches who use their app. Brian and Ian respond and discuss the ways their congregation gives.  (10:26-20:30): Finding a faith that is stronger than death — or my family’s rejection. Before she died, Heidi...

(00:00-09:05): Joe Maddon will not return as the Cubs’ manager in 2020 . Brian and Ian discuss Maddon’s statements and the weirdly friendly breakup discussion with Theo Epstein. They talk about his credentials and how he is pretty much guaranteed a job after his legendary run as the Northsiders’ skipper.  (10:02-19:05): Cameron Cole from Rooted Ministries joins the show to d...

(00:00-09:27): Busch Light to have ‘no further association’ with viral Iowa State fan over old Tweets; reporter criticized for own ‘offensive’ posts. This fiasco of cancel culture, hypocrisy, and so much more. Brian and Ian are talking about this.  (09:27-18:42): Brian touched on these tweets about “What ex-theists miss about being religious”. This time, Ia...

(00:00-09:24): “ Relevant magazine founder ‘stepping away’ from role ” writes Jack Jenkins in Religion News Services. Cameron Strang, the founder of the publication, announced his leave after his racially insensitive comments were brought to light. Brian and Ian talk about maturing spiritually. (09:24-18:43): Economists calculate monetary value of 'thoughts and prayers' . U...

(00:00-08:17): We are back to continue to campaign for Cross International. Robert Lewis joins Brian and Ian to tell more amazing stories of this amazing ministry. (08:17-18:37): We hear from Joe White of Cross International about finishing well, talking about the sheep and the goats. He emphasizes how “God cares about our piggy bank”.  (18:37-28:11): Robert has us listen to a cli...

(00:00-9:41): Robert Lewis is here from Cross International to tell us about this amazing ministry and what he does. $39 helps feed a child for a year, and CI is calling out to listeners to help. (09:41-19:01): Robert talks about a boy who was 19 pounds at age 16, on the verge of death. He asked to be healed by God. Now, he is healthier and eager to help others in his community building shelters a...

(00:00-09:20): Chicago's Millennium Park Restricts Evangelism : Today, Wheaton Students Sue for Access. Brian and Ian touch on the freedom of speech and how young Christians are fighting back against adversity for the sake of religious freedom.  (09:20-18:42):  Magic of Daniel Jones gives Giants reason to believe writes Mike Vaccaro in The New York Post. Brian and Ian use this situation...

(00:00-08:56): The New York Times Still Doesn’t Understand What It Did . In the era of fake news, what sources can we trust? Brian dissects this National Review article by David French on the Times’ reports on Brett Kavanaugh.  (08:56-18:20): Brian is flying solo today, so he gets to talk about his favorite sports teams. This time around, he discusses the New York Giants benching...

(00:00-09:10): American fashion brand sparks outrage over school shooting-themed hoodies. Brian and Ian respond to the appalling nature of profiting off of tragedy, and address how the models could imprint themselves on it. (09:10-18:23): Young Life Voted Off Campus at Duke due to the group’s sexuality policy. The school has a non-discrimination clause for all groups and, as a result, took i...

(00:00-09:38): Scot McKnight writes in Patheos, “ Willow Creek, What’s a Pastor? ” McKnight assesses the Willow Creek job description for the pastor vacancy they are trying to fill, and finds some issues. Brian and Ian talk about the dangers of hiring a CEO rather than a pastor.  (09:38-19:11): Georgia Fans showed support of rival coach’s wife who passed away from canc...

(00:00-09:27): What is up with our obsession with Apple products ? Is brand loyalty a bad thing? Brian and Ian touch on the obsession with the iPhone and other luxurious things.  (09:27-18:39): New Way Counseling posted a picture that says “Tired of explaining that “I don’t have the time” doesn’t mean “literally every second of my schedule is accounted for&...

(00:00-09:23): Rookie Bears Kicker Eddy Pineiro came in clutch on Sunday against the Denver Broncos with a 53-yard game winning field goal. Brian and Ian touch on the pressure he overcame to do his job. They also touch on Kirk Cameron’s new show to talk with celebrity friends. (09:23-19:05): Evangelicals Who Distrust Muslims Likely Don’t Know Muslims . Brian and Ian touch on the stigma...

(00:00-09:37): The prestigious Jimmy V award was given to a paraplegic football coach named Rob Mendez at this year's ESPY's. Brian and Ian reflect on his speech and how he overcame adversity and pushed it aside to follow his dreams.  (09:37-18:38): We are pleased to be joined by pianist Huntley Brown . He goes into his background on how he began to play piano as well as playing for Billy Gra...

(00:00-10:11): Buttigieg: ‘Life Begins with Breath, ’ Bible Backs Late-Term Abortion writes Michael Foust in Christian Headlines. Brian and Ian touch on the persistent and polarized debate of abortion and the rights to life.  (10:11-20:29): Just seven people help lost kid in town centre during social experiment. A social experiment in Australia revealed just how little people care...

(00:00-09:27): Today marks the 18th anniversary of the September 11th attack in New York, Washington DC, and Pennsylvania. Brian and Ian reflect on where they were on that tragic day.  (09:27-18:47): Sarah Palin's husband files for divorce after 31 years of marriage. Todd Palin says in a filed statement that it is “such that they find it impossible to continue to live together as husban...

(00:00-09:20): A doctor and medical ethicist argues life after 75 is not worth living . The brother of former Chicago mayor Ezekiel Emanuel proposes objective truth to his arguments, Brian and Ian respond. They also read comments from listeners who chime in on both ends of the spectrum.  (09:20-18:39): Darryl Dash writes in the Gospel Coalition, “Thank you, Ray Ortlund” . Brian an...

(00:00-09:45): New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees is facing backlash after posting a video endorsing “Bring Your Bible to School” day. People were commenting on how Focus on the Family is “anti-gay” and how Brees works through them. Brian and Ian discuss the situation.  (09:45-19:01): After boy bullied for homemade Tennessee shirt, college adopts it as official...

(00:00-09:34): In a Tweet by The Daily Wire , Bernie Sanders answers a question at a town hall meeting essentially correlating abortions with population control and climate change. Brian and Ian discuss not only Sanders’ answer, but the response and cheers from the audience. (09:34-19:02):  Music Therapy In NICUs Can Help Babies Get Home Sooner . Music therapy has been a pioneering meth...

(00:00-09:33): Billionaire says his wealth can’t replace Jesus , reiterates every human is broken. Brian and Ian touch on the love of money and how people ought to be content with God alone and not money.  (09:33-18:47): Benny Hinn Is Rejecting the Prosperity Gospel: ‘I’m Correcting My Theology’ in Relevant Magazine . He was one of the pioneers of this skewed theology,...