Conversations That Matter

Jon Harris

Christian, Traditional, Masculine

  1. 23 hr ago

    News Roundup: Rick Appleton, The Odyssey, Iran, Steve Lawson, & More

    This week on Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines the biggest stories shaping America, the church, and the wider world. Topics include: • The controversy surrounding The Odyssey and what it says about Western civilization. • Trump's response to the escalating conflict with Iran. • Claims about a U.S.-Israel military "merger" and why they are misleading. • The White House defending Christian athletes. • Jen Hatmaker's rejection of the doctrine of hell. • Michelle Leslie's critique of Jen Wilkin. • Steve Lawson, Justin Peters, and biblical discernment. • The Paige Patterson lawsuit update. • An extended analysis of the Rick Appleton case and what it could mean for conservative Presbyterianism. Join us each weekend as we review the biggest national, international, and evangelical stories from a distinctly Christian perspective. 00:00 Introduction 00:30 The Odyssey controversy and Western civilization 03:30 The Federalist vs. Gospel Coalition on The Odyssey 06:00 Data centers, AI, and conservative priorities 09:40 Trump's Iran strategy and Middle East update 13:10 Martin Skold interview preview 15:00 Tucker Carlson and the U.S.-Israel military claim 18:00 White House defends Christian WNBA player 19:00 Jen Hatmaker rejects hell 20:30 Michelle Leslie on Jen Wilkin 23:00 Steve Lawson, Justin Peters, and James 1 27:30 Paige Patterson lawsuit resolved 29:00 Rick Appleton case explained 39:00 Social media, biblical patriarchy, and Presbyterian controversy Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  2. 2 days ago

    Can Great Movies Make a Comeback? | Jon Harris & Wade Stotts

    What makes a story timeless? Why are millions of people consuming 90-second "micro dramas" while classic films continue to inspire generation after generation? In this conversation, Jon Harris sits down with Wade Stotts of The Wade Show to discuss everything from rescoring Buster Keaton silent films to the collapse of modern entertainment. Together they examine why short-form content is reshaping attention spans, how Hollywood abandoned moral storytelling, and what families can do to cultivate a love for great art. The discussion also explores classic television, Westerns, Buster Keaton, the rise of Chinese-produced micro dramas, and whether our culture can recover an appreciation for beauty, craftsmanship, and stories that endure. Topics include: - Why Buster Keaton remains one of cinema's greatest artists - The explosion of Chinese micro dramas - How technology is changing the way we consume entertainment - Why classic Westerns communicated timeless moral truths - The rise of the anti-hero in modern storytelling - Raising children to appreciate great films and television - Can Hollywood recover, or is a new cultural renaissance needed? If you enjoy conversations about Christianity, culture, history, and the arts, subscribe for more episodes of Conversations That Matter. 00:00 Introduction and meeting Wade Stotts 01:08 Rescoring Buster Keaton films for a modern audience 05:01 Hollywood family history and classic cinema 06:59 The rise of Chinese micro dramas and "brain rot" entertainment 10:44 Why attention spans are collapsing 13:56 Politics, podcasts, and the culture of sensationalism 15:21 Raising children on timeless films and television 18:53 Why classic Westerns taught moral lessons 20:20 The hero, the anti-hero, and the decline of the Western 22:00 Can timeless storytelling make a comeback? Jon's Music: jonharristunes.com To Support the Podcast:  https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/ Become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcast Substack: https://substack.com/@jonharris  Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989 Follow Jon on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  3. 4 days ago

    Should Christians Partner with Turning Point USA? A Pastor's Honest Take

    Should Christians work alongside Mormons, Roman Catholics, New Apostolic Reformation leaders, and others for political causes? Where is the line between prudent cooperation and compromising biblical truth? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, I sit down with Pastor Anthony Forsyth to discuss the growing ecumenical movement within conservative politics. Drawing from his own experience inside the movement now known as the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), Anthony explains why biblical discernment matters more than ever. We discuss: Anthony's journey out of the New Apostolic Reformation The sufficiency of Scripture versus modern prophetic movements Turning Point USA and the challenges Christians face in political coalitions Charlie Kirk's legacy and the evangelical response How pastors should think about political engagement without sacrificing theological conviction Whether you are involved in politics, ministry, or simply trying to think biblically about our current cultural moment, this conversation offers important principles for faithful Christian engagement. Jon's Music: jonharristunes.com To Support the Podcast:  https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/ Become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcast Substack: https://substack.com/@jonharris  Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989 Follow Jon on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/ 00:00 Why Christians Cannot Abandon the Public Square 00:35 Introduction to Anthony Forsyth 01:54 Leaving the New Apostolic Reformation 09:49 Dominion Theology and Political Power 13:05 COVID, Church Closures, and Political Engagement 20:57 Entering the TPUSA World 29:35 What Is Biblical Cooperation? 37:10 Where Should Christians Draw the Line? 46:18 Charlie Kirk, Conservative Coalitions, and Discernment 55:07 Final Thoughts Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  4. 17 Jul

    Trump Exposes Election Vulnerabilities – Declassification Coming

    Donald Trump delivered a major speech on election integrity, announcing upcoming declassifications revealing foreign interference, especially from China, who accessed over 220 million U.S. voter files. In this video, I break down the key points: the need for photo ID and proof of citizenship, limits on mail-in ballots, massive vulnerabilities in our election infrastructure, and the statistical anomalies from 2020 (including the bellwether counties).I also discuss why election integrity is foundational for conservatives and Christians, the Save America Act, and why we should be encouraged that real action is finally being taken. patreon.com/jonharrispodcast 00:00 – Intro: Trump’s Big Speech on Election Integrity   00:30 – Personal Experience with Loose Voting Standards   01:39 – The Save America Act: Photo ID, Proof of Citizenship, Mail-In Limits   02:57 – Trump’s Announcements: Declassification & China’s Role   03:42 – 220 Million Voter Files Accessed by China   04:59 – Intelligence Community Cover-Up & 2018 Meddling   05:19 – 270,000 Non-Citizens Registered to Vote   05:57 – Remembering 2020: Dominion, Smartmatic & Statistical Anomalies   06:22 – The 19 Bellwether Counties Breakdown (2000–2024)   08:50 – January 6th Context & Pennsylvania Legislature   10:34 – Hope for Real Answers Under Trump   11:02 – Don’t Automatically Distrust the Government   13:14 – Why Election Integrity Is the #1 Issue   16:56 – Moral & Biblical Perspective on Fair Elections   17:07 – Addressing Critics Like Thomas Massie   18:41 – Personal Update: Evergreen Conference & Upcoming Events   21:16 – Closing Encouragement Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  5. 15 Jul

    News Roundup: True Patriotism, Robinson Hearing, Lindsay Graham, RC, EO & More!

    Jon Harris delivers a packed news roundup and cultural commentary episode. Starts with an inspiring white pill on young patriots watching Young Washington, covers Senator Lindsey Graham’s passing, Patriot Front’s July 4th march, Trump’s Mount Rushmore speech, Iran tensions, the Pope’s encyclical, Eastern Orthodoxy trends, and competing American narratives.Full of biblical insight, political realism, and encouragement to build families and institutions. Ends with Jon’s original song “Promised Land.” Jon's Music: jonharristunes.com To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/ Become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcast Substack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989 Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/ 00:00 Intro - Young Patriots & TPUSA Screening of Young Washington 03:30 White Pill: Encouragement for Young People & America's Heritage 07:40 News Roundup Begins + July 4th Break Reflections 12:20 Senator Lindsey Graham's Death, Legacy & Conspiracy Talk 22:45 Patriot Front July 4th March - Full Analysis & Optics 35:50 Narratives Theme: Trump at Mount Rushmore vs Proposition Nation 45:10 Celebrity Reactions & Patriot Front Discussion Continues 55:30 Iran, Strait of Hormuz & Trump Administration Foreign Policy 1:05:40 Pope's Encyclical & Christian/Religious News 1:15:20 Eastern Orthodoxy Conversions, Sola Scriptura & Church Trends 1:28:40 Q&A: Guardian Angels, Online Christians, Who is This Country For? 1:40:20 Homeschool, American History & Building Institutions 1:50:50 Final Encouragement: Marriage, Family & Having Kids 2:02:30 Closing Song - "Promised Land" from Heritage Album Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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