The Hopper Podcast

Is Social Security going bankrupt? Not exactly, but it is in trouble. What is the actual problem? What are good solutions? And why can't we pass the common-sense solutions? Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

The divide between theologically conservative and liberal churches is growing wider, is there hope for liberal churches? Let's talk about it. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Time to take a step back from the heavy topics and have some fun. William puts Dave to the test with silly trivia games. Play along, learn something, and have some fun. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

What if there were a path forward on immigration that both sides could support? In this episode of the Hopper Podcast, we sit down with Jim Neighbors , the author of a surprising, hopeful, and economically grounded proposal for integrating undocumented immigrants into American society. With 11 to 13 million undocumented individuals currently living in the U.S.—many for over 15 years—Jim lays out a...

Wow, gotta love the current events. Let's take a step back, and look at the bigger picture. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Pastor Dave is preaching through the Minor Prophets of the Bible, and the themes are amazingly familiar to those of "us" who live in the "U.S." The prophets teach us how the world works, and our current situation is no different. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

We review the New York Times podcast episode, " She fell in love with ChatGPT. " What is the future of relationships, is AI evil? Or good? How can we use it for good? Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

New studies say that young women are leaving churches, and young men are returning. That's a new trend. What's going on? Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Are the Bible's minor prophets relevant today? Pastor Dave tells us why he is preaching through these ancient poems, and William explains why he is so excited for it. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Mark Driscoll's Confessions of a Reformission Rev. provides a list of animals that describe people in a church. Horses, rats, snakes, eagles, and more. William and Dave (both seasoned pastors) give explanations and stories of each. For more information about Mark Driscoll, and why he is so controversial, listen to The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill . It's one of the best podcasts, it is a limited seri...

TikTok is on the way out, is that good for us? And what about the new "Department of Government Efficiency?" Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Tim Keller wrote in Center Church about 4 seasons of cultural engagement. They are each biblical and good for different "seasons" of society's relationship with the church. Where are we? Then, while big tech companies say, "go fast and break things," Jesus teaches us to go slow and repair things. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Our reaction to the election of Donald Trump as President. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Interview with Mark Ritchie the author of Spirit of the Rainforest , one of our favorite books of all time. Warning: this interview has some descriptions of true, brutal crimes. It's a story of redemption, and the overwhelming love of God. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Dr. Evan Nelsen brings the detailed scientific facts and theories of the multiverse. It's not just science fiction, but a real possibility. After some serious discussion of the science and philosophy, we turn to the practical and spiritual meaning of these (sometimes mind-boggling) ideas. Dr. Nelsen is a supporter of the Hopper Podcast, and you can be a supporter too, by clicking the "Bonus Episod...

Review of this important article: " Why Young Men and Women are Drifting Apart " from The Economist . As we approach another presidential election, young women are more liberal than ever while young men continue to drift conservative. Why is this? What does it mean? How can we help? Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.co...

What a great conversation with Robert Cunningham about the Christian origins (or not?) of the United States. This is directly related to competing ideas about the essential character of this country today. If you like The Hopper Podcast, you'll like Robert's Every Square Inch podcast. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail....

The Paris Olympic Opening Ceremonies included a controversial scene that outraged Christians around the world. A female boxer raised eyebrows around the world. Let's be thoughtful, compassionate, honest about these hard topics. Hopper Podcast episodes on transgender issues Intersex episode , followup Intersex interview Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.928...

Dave and William welcome guest Jim Nelson to discuss the movie Leave the World Behind . If you haven't seen it, you should. There's lots to discuss. Soundtracks Game on Youtube you can play right now! Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Hospice chaplain William reviews the connections (physical and spiritual) between birth and death. Then, a discussion of a recent controversial decision by the Southern Baptists regarding IVF. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Donald Trump and Hunter Biden have been convicted of felonies. Did they deserve it? Yes and no. Then, a new report shows that high schools are struggling with AI nude images. What can we do? Then, a response to listener email. Ken Burns, Prohibition documentary "Real Teenagers, Fake Nudes" from New York Times Daily Podcast John Gottman's Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work "Toxic Femininity"...

Another complicated moral issue . . . deep thoughts with nuance, compassion, truth, and practical advice. And some silly things, too -- some super-weird jobs. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

We've talked at length about Toxic Masculinity, but what about Toxic Femininity? Our conversation is nuanced & real, scientific & emotional, practical and passionate. Join the conversation below. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Healthcare in the United States has major problems, the system is broken! What are the core issues? Join us for a nuanced conversation based on moral values and clear evidence. And you don't know about Henrietta Lacks? You need to know, listen here. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Bonus Episodes Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

The recently inflamed conflict in the ancient land of Israel renews old questions about how Christians should think, feel, and act about Jews and Palestinians. Does God have a special relationship with Israel now? Or Jews? Or in the future? What does the Bible say? Let's talk about it. Facebook group thehopperpodcast.org Call or text us: 214.267.9287 Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com