The Public Square®

There are pastors all over the nation using the work of The Public Square® as a launching point for their congregations. Today we are excited to share a conversation with Pastor Joe Hunt and his biblical perspective on selflessness, fatherhood, love, and much more. Please pour a cup of coffee and join our conversation today on The Public Square®. Topic: Faith in Culture  The Public Square® Long Fo...

Forgiveness is making various headlines in the news. What does it really look like to forgive and what does it do to us when we forgive? Along with these questions we also announce some exciting news regarding a new book release and this year's Christmas in America. Please don't miss the conversation today on The Public Square®. Topic: Faith in Culture  The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wa...

Today we dive into the history of General S. Patton an often forgotten hero of WWII and Martin Luther whose fight for religious freedom and reform changed the world. This rich conversation is pulled from our archives and is still thought provoking and inspiring. Join us today on the Public Square®. Topic: Rediscovering American History  The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and...

The science is in and settled. America is in a crisis of depopulation. Why are the US Media, our elected officials and major US Corporations in denial of this imminent threat? We take on the new data and new stories today on The Public Square®. Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, September 26th, 2025

After prayer and counsel our team has gathered to discuss Charlie Kirk's murder. The story is still unfolding but the way the media and major news outlets are reporting this story shows the split reality all Americans are living in. Is this the death of journalism? Please join our conversation today on The Public Square®.  Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd...

"Our rights come from God our Creator not from our laws not from our governments". Does this statement cause you to fear? That's what it evokes from U.S. Senator Tim Caine of Virginia and he said so out loud in the U.S. Senate. But doesn't the Declaration of Independence say that our rights come from God, not the government?  We discuss Kaine's Blunder this week on The Public Square®.  This episod...

Are talk radio and podcasting growing in influence across America? A look inside talk radio with three career broadcasters who share a common faith and  mission on this episode of The Public Square®. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, September 5th, 2025

Whether it's a military battle, a proposed amendment, an email, or even an argument about a Cracker Barrel logo... Words Matter. They matter to the right, the left and the middle. Recently a memo was leaked from a wealthy Left Wing think tank telling Democrats that they have to change their words - in a hurry. We enter this conversation today on The Public Square®.  Topic: Our Mission The Public S...

In 2023 the abortion industry began a campaign to take over portions of state constitutions and enshrine their agenda into state law. Now the LGBTQ+? community is attempting to do the same and all in time to alter the outcome of key races for Congress on the 2026 ballot. This national campaign has been launched in the state of Ohio and will soon be traveling across the country. We turn the lights...

Today we release for the first time ever, an exclusive interview with Dr. W.B. Allen held at Mount Vernon, the home of George and Martha Washington. Dr. W.B. Allen is an extraordinary scholar on George Washington's life and has dedicated years of research, writing and teaching to "the General". It is remarkable to speak with him at the very home and heart of our first President. This is an episode...

When Ernie Haase and Dave Zanotti sit down the content is endless! This is the final portion of their discussion around music, America, and faith. We hope you enjoy this conclusion of this special series and we hope it inspires you to connect with others wherever you are.  Topic: Music The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesdsay, August 13th,...

Our exclusive conversation with Ernie Haase and Dave Zanotti continues as our discussion opens to what America's founding truths and principles really mean. As well as the beauty found in a childlike faith and the true adventure in a life dedicated to Christ. Please join the conversation today on The Public Square®.  Topic: Music The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsqua...

"America, Land of Hopes and Dreams" is the new musical show touring the nation. Created by Ernie Haase and Wayne Haun this show will be reaching audiences across the land all through the celebration of Declaration 250. Today Dave Zanotti and Ernie Haase sit down and discuss the power of music and how a song can touch a soul, shape a nation, and even change history. Don't miss this exclusive conver...

Since 1954 Americans Americans have been dealing with 30 words of vengeance focused on non-profit churches and ministries and placed in the IRS Code by then Senator Lyndon Johnson. A recent legal challenge to "The Johnson Amendment" has created a tidal wave of media confusion across the country. Today we turn the lights on The Johnson Amendment and what his legal challenge means for the rights of...

Everyone believes they know the answer... but what does the Constitution actually say? As we approach America's 250th birthday it's important we understand what form of government America actually is. Thankfully we have our team and special guest Dr. W.B. Allen to share their thoughts and guide us through these questions. So let's pick up a Constitution and share this episode with a friend today. ...

How do the very first four words of Genesis and the Declaration of Independence go together? Let's dive in, as we broadcast David Zanotti's annual Fourth of July address to Bethel Chapel. Join us today and The Public Square®.  Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, July 11th, 2025

Last Sunday we had a party in honor of July 4th and in preparation for the bigger party next year celebrating America's 250th birthday. We believe this celebration is important and the Declaration is too. We are not waiting, we are beginning the celebration now and with plenty more to come. So find out what's happening and join us today on The Public Square®.  Topic: Rediscovering American History...

Our team, our neighbors, and our nation are all watching the news with Iran. Let's start the conversation with a rich, yet quick, history lesson on Iran, Israel, and other facets of the middle east. This is an essential framework that will help everyone as we discuss the current events and see what happens next. Don't miss this very important episode today on The Public Square.®.  Topic: Internati...

Our conversation continues concerning the "No Kings" movement. We have to wonder if  "No Kings" is seeking to create a crisis or is the crisis already here? Let's discuss this and more today on The Public Square®.  Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Saturday, June 21st, 2025

The streets have been filled with protesters under a new movement called "No Kings" but is this movement really new? Join us as we discover more about what this movement is, and the 209 organizations with their agendas behind the "No Kings" banner. This is a conversation you can't miss. Please listen today and share this episode with a friend.  Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format with h...

How can we impact culture through the arts? For new listeners The Public Square is more than a radio show, it's a media network that expands a vast form of music, books, radio, and even children's content through our newest outreach Kids on the Square. Gather around the table for stories, laughs, and a behind the scenes look at the new projects we are working on. Topic: Our Mission The Public Squa...

The conversation continues, as well as the story of corruption and cover-ups. We are asking more questions about the Biden White House and why it is important get to the bottom of all of this. Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, June 5th, 2025

The curtain is finally being pulled back to the reality of President Biden's illnesses while serving as President. So why talk about it now? It's been the major cover up for the past four years. When you break it all down it reveals an even bigger picture of how Congress is crippled by the two party system. The government and media have trapped themselves. So what do we do now?  Topic: Politics Th...

The book "Original Sin" by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson is pulling back the curtain to President Biden's decline and coverup. They are finally admitting what we all know. So let's get to the real question... who was running the country? Will the American people ever receive the truth? Join us today on The Public Square ®.   Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd...

iGambling and iLottery is taking over the Republican Party. Politicians and lawmakers in Ohio are blatantly disregarding the rules set in the Ohio Constitution. How can public servants say that the gambling industry  is for the benefit and welfare of our community when it only brings destruction? Tune in today and please share this with his friend today on the Public Square®.   Topic: Gambling The...