The Narrative

This week on The Narrative , Mike, David, and CAN Executive Director Chris Lightfoot break down major updates from the Ohio Statehouse, including: Progress on the Success Sequence Bill, Indecent exposure reforms, and Protecting kids from high-potency THC products. They also discuss why marriage is often missing from today’s fatherhood programs and why the Church must lead on family formation...

Ready to dive into this week's most pressing issues? Tune in to The Narrative with CCV's Aaron Baer, David Mahan, and Mike Andrews as they review: Israel-Hamas Peace Deal: The long-awaited peace deal is moving toward completion after more than two years of conflict. Walk through the release of remaining Israeli hostages vs. Hamas prisoners, the strategic actions taken by Israel, and why this could...

Though Charlie Kirk couldn’t join us at the Cleveland Celebration Gala last month, his mission—and the passion behind it—was at the center of our conversation. Charlie’s Phoenix pastor, Luke Barnett, and Allie Beth Stuckey joined CCV President Aaron Baer to reflect on advancing truth, protecting life, and strengthening families in a culture increasingly at odds with God&rsq...

This week’s episode of The Narrative is something special—we're coming to you LIVE  from the Ohio Statehouse lawn before the Ohio March for Life ! Thousands gathered in Columbus to boldly stand for life, and we were there, capturing the energy, voices, and stories that matter most. From inspiring testimonies to behind-the-scenes conversations, you’ll get an inside peek into...

The fight to protect children is gaining ground—Nationwide Children's Hospital just ended "gender-affirming" care for minors. Will Hild, Executive Director of Consumers' Research , joins CCV Executive Policy Director David Mahan and Executive Communications Director Mike Andrews on this week's episode of The Narrative to break down how this victory came about, what it reveals about the broad...

The recent assassination of Charlie Kirk has forced every Christian to confront a sobering question: How do we live faithfully when the culture grows hostile to truth? On this week’s episode of The Narrative , Dr. Andrew Walker joins CCV's Aaron Baer, David Mahan, and Mike Andrews for a candid conversation about Christian ethics in a world that seems determined to abandon them. Dr. Walker do...

Center for Christian Virtue President Aaron Baer shares a special tribute honoring Charlie Kirk’s life and how we answer the Lord’s call to move forward. We look forward to our Cleveland Gala on Friday, September 26, where we will stand alongside you, pray together, and unite under Christ as we remember Charlie’s life and the impactful Kingdom work he dedicated his life to. Join...

On this week's special episode of The Narrative , CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Executive Director David Mahan, and Communications Executive Director Mike Andrews give a run-down on this week's hottest news topics: The latest report on the Minnesota school shooter reveals he previously worked at a marijuana dispensary , leading to the use and abuse of the drug, which he claimed led to his plann...

For many believers, patriotism has either been idolized or abandoned. But is there a better way forward—one that honors God and seeks the good of our nation?  On this week's episode of The Narrative , Communications Executive Director Mike Andrews and Church Ambassador Network Executive Director Chris Lightfoot are joined by author and pastor Daniel Darling to discuss his new book, In D...

What kind of future do we want for our children? Dr. Laurie Todd-Smith, with the federal Office of Early Childhood Development, has spent her career answering that question. In this week's episode of The Narrative , CCV Communications Executive Director Mike Andrews and Ohio Christian Education Network (OCEN) Executive Director Troy McIntosh speak with Laurie as she shares real-time trends and sta...

This week on The Narrative , CCV Policy Director Mike Andrews and Communications Director Mike Andrews sit down with Pavel Unguryan and Diyana Gabyak to hear firsthand what's happening inside Ukraine and why Christians there are facing some of the fiercest persecution in recent history. From churches being shut down to believers being targeted for their faith, Ukraine's war is not only a battle fo...

We have reached a "civilizational moment" in the battle for truth. And it's past time for Christians to stand up and speak out.  In this week's episode of The Narrative , CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews sit down with John Stonestreet, president of the Colson Center, to talk about the upcoming documentary,  Truth Rising . This powerful project conf...

The future of the family depends on fathers who lead with conviction and faith.  Kent Evans joins CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews on this week's episode of The Narrative  to talk about the joys and challenges of fatherhood—and how men can lead their homes with purpose, faith, and strength.  Before they sit down with Kent, David and Mike...

What happens when one person refuses to stay silent in a culture obsessed with canceling the truth? Ryan Bomberger joins CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews on this week's episode of The Narrative for a powerful conversation on race, abortion, adoption, and identity in today’s upside-down world. His personal story is nothing short of miraculous. Conceived...

With conviction rooted in faith and common sense, Senator Bernie Moreno joins The Narrative for a conversation on protecting life, strengthening families, and stewarding taxpayer dollars wisely. On this week's episode, Senator Moreno sits down with CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews for a bold conversation that cuts through the noise and...

In the rubble of war, Israel is rebuilding—and Christians need to pay attention. This week on The Narrative , CCV President Aaron Baer, his wife Maria, and CCV Communications Director Mike Andrews sit down with Daniel Gordis—a leading voice on Israeli affairs—to unpack what life looks in the country today. From the aftermath of October 7 to the spiritual and societal resilience o...

Governor DeWine signed Ohio’s $60 billion state budget, and the impact on families, schools, and values is massive. In this week's episode of The Narrative , CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews break down what was included in the budget, what was vetoed, and how it all affects the fight for faith, freedom, and parental rights in Ohi...

Sexual liberation promised freedom, but it delivered heartbreak. In this week's episode of The Narrative , we're joined by Nathanael Blake, author of Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All , to candidly talk about the consequences of a culture that has abandoned God's intended design for sex, marriage, and family. CCV President Aaron Baer and Policy Director David Mahan sit...

Why aren’t Americans having babies, and can anything really change that? Economist and author Catherine Pakaluk joins CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews to talk about her book Hannah’s Children , the roots of the birth dearth, and why baby bonuses and pro-natalist policies often fall short. Listen in for Catherine's take on how the state can become...

On this week's episode of The Narrative— recorded live at Center for Christian Virtue's (CCV) 2025 Columbus Gala—US Senators Bernie Moreno and Jon Husted join CCV President Aaron Baer on stage for a candid conversation about the future of Ohio, the importance of faith and family, and what it means to lead with conviction in challenging times. Before the Senators take the stage, Aaron i...

What if being "pro-life" simply isn't enough and the Church is called to something greater? In this week's episode of The Narrative , Roland Warren joins CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews to discuss his powerful new book, The Alternative to Abortion: Why We Must be Pro Abundant Life . As Christians, this conversation challenges us to rethink our response and...

Losing her job, her security, and even her teeth weren't enough to silence Sage Steele, host of The Sage Steele Show and former ESPN sportscaster.  On this special episode of  The Narrative , Sage candidly shares why she left ESPN as well as her testimony of courage, conviction, and the sustaining power of prayer at our Cincinnati Celebration Gala. Before Sage takes the stage, CCV P...

Congress passed a major piece of legislation on the evening of Wednesday, May 21—the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act (HR1) was voted out of the US House of Representatives and on to the US Senate. Eric Teetsel , President of Center for Renewing America, joins CCV President Aaron Baer on this week's episode of The Narrative to unpack what the passage of this bill means for families, faith, and fr...

Do you want your tax dollars supporting an industry that relies on addiction, drains families’ wealth, and targets the most vulnerable? In this special episode of The Narrative , CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews are joined by gambling experts Les Bernal and Dr. Jonathan Krutz, along with school administrator Mark Mousa, to unpack...

Before the chaos of culture took over, we used to teach the Success Sequence—and it worked. Now, the Sequence, a proven formula to help young adults avoid poverty and achieve the American Dream, is being withheld from students and pulled from classrooms. Ian Rowe joins CCV Policy Director David Mahan and Communications Director Mike Andrews on this week's episode of The Narrative  to ta...