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The Commonwealth Matters

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The Commonwealth Matters is a weekly long-form program on issues and events that affect Kentuckians.

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Oct 28, 2026

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Reimagining Cultural Engagement w/ Robert Cunningham 24.03.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Robert Cunningham, the pastor of Tates Creek Presbyterian Church in Lexington, KY. The discussion centers around reimagining how Christians engage the culture. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . E-Newsletter...

Legislative Briefing (Episode 5): Akia McNary Sullivan, Grassroots Coordinator for Commonwealth Educational Opportunities 17.03.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are continuing our Legislative Forum series where we bring in legislators and activists to discuss the issues they're facing in Frankfort. On this episode, we are hosting Akia McNary Sullivan, Grassroots Coordinator for Commonwealth Educational Opportunities. The discussion centers around upcoming school choice legislation and her personal stru...

Legislative Briefing (Episode 4): US Senator Rand Paul & Kentucky Sec. of State Michael Adams 10.03.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are continuing our Legislative Forum series where we bring in legislators and activists to discuss the issues they're facing in Frankfort. On this episode, we are hosting  US Senator Rand Paul & Kentucky Sec. of State Michael Adams. The discussion centered around election reform legislation. If you would like to interview Richard Nelso...

Legislative Briefing (Episode 3): Angela Minter, President and Founder of Sisters for Life 03.03.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are continuing our Legislative Briefing series where we bring in legislators and activists to discuss the issues they're facing in Frankfort. On this episode, we are hosting Angela Minter, President and Founder of Sisters for Life. The discussion centered around life, abortion, and the work of Sisters for Life. If you would like to interview Ri...

Legislative Briefing (Episode 2): KY Rep. Joseph Fischer, KY Rep. Nancy Tate, Addia Wuchner 24.02.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are continuing our Legislative Briefing series where we bring in legislators and activists to discuss the issues they're facing in Frankfort. On this episode, we are hosting State Rep. Joseph Fischer (R- Ft. Thomas) and State Rep. Nancy Tate (R- Brandenburg). Addia Wuchner, Executive Director of Kentucky Right to Life is also joining us for the...

The Myth of "Conversion Therapy" with Dr. Julie Hamilton 17.02.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Julie Hamilton to discuss the misconceptions surrounding "conversion therapy." If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . E-Newsletter: https://www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org/mailing-list/ Like and Follow us on Faceb...

Legislative Briefing (Episode 1): KY Senate Majority Whip Mike Wilson and KY Sen. Whitney Westerfield 10.02.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are starting our Legislative Briefing series where we bring in key Kentucky legislators to discuss the pressing issues they're facing in Frankfort. On the first episode, we are hosting State Senate Majority Whip Mike Wilson (R- Bowling Green) and State Senator Whitney Westerfield (R- Crofton). The discussion centered around the governor's execu...

The Dangers of Expanded Gambling (featuring Les Bernal) 03.02.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Les Bernal, National Director of Stop Predatory Gambling to discuss healing Historical Horse Racing and expanded gambling in Kentucky. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . E-Newsletter: https://www.commonwealthpolicy...

Loving One Another 27.01.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to discuss healing the division in our world. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . E-Newsletter: https://www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org/mailing-list/ Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.co...

Processing the Election and Civil Unrest (Part 2) 20.01.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Brandon Porter, Director of Communications for the Kentucky Baptist Convention to continue our discussion on the election, civil unrest, and the pastoral response. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . E-Newsletter: h...

Processing the Election and Civil Unrest (Part 1) 13.01.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to discuss the invasion of the U.S. Capitol and the pastoral response. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . E-Newsletter: https://www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org/mailing-list/ Like and Follow us on...

Election Challenges and Post-Truth Culture 06.01.2021

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to discuss election challenges and our post-truth culture. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/commonwealthpolicy Follow us on Twitter: @CPC4Kentucky...

2020: A Year In Review 30.12.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to look back on 2020. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org . Please visit the new site to access the program....

Christmas, the Church, and COVID-19 23.12.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Hershael York, Dean of Theology at Southern Seminary, to discuss Christmas, the church, and COVID-19. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealth...

The Church and Culture w/ Pastor Robert Cunningham 16.12.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Robert Cunningham of Tates Creek Presbyterian Church to discuss the church and culture. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealthpolicycente...

REWIND: The Gathering Storm w/ Dr. Al Mohler 09.12.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we rewind to our conversation with Dr. Al Mohler on the Church and politics. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org . Please visit the new site t...

Processing the Election Results (Part 2) 02.12.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we were joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to continue our discussion on processing the election results. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org . Please...

Thanksgiving 25.11.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we were joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to discuss Thanksgiving. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org . Please visit the new site to access the prog...

Processing the Election Results (Part 1) 18.11.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to discuss the election results. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org . Please visit the new site to access t...

Conversion Therapy w/ Daniel Mingo 11.11.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we were joined by Daniel Mingo of Abba's Delight Ministries to talk about conversion therapy. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org . Please vis...

"Why Social Justice is Not Biblical Justice" w/ author Scott Allen 04.11.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Scott Allen to discuss his book "Why Social Justice is Not Biblical Justice." If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org . Please vi...

Church and Politics 28.10.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastors Robert Cunningham (Tates Creek Presbyterian Church) and Jason Pettus (Living Hope Baptist Church) to discuss the church and politics. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to...

Protecting Girls' Sports 21.10.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to discuss protecting girls' sports. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . The Commonwealth Matters has moved to our new website at www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org . Please visit the new site to acce...

Government Overreach 14.10.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to discuss government overreach. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/commonwealthpolicy Follow us on Twitter: @CPC4Kentucky LinkedIn: Commonwealth Po...

The Gathering Storm (with Dr. Al Mohler) 07.10.2020

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Al Mohler to discuss "the gathering storm." If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email  richard@commonwealthpolicy.org . Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/commonwealthpolicy Follow us on Twitter: @CPC4Kentucky LinkedIn: Commonwealth Poli...

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