The Narrative with Aaron Baer

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In a world driven by chaotic headlines, Christians need clarity. Brought to you by Center for Christian Virtue (CCV), The Narrative equips you to think critically and faithfully about the most pressing issues of our day. Join Aaron Baer (President of CCV) and Samuel Sey as they dissect the news cycle and advocate for public policy that reflects the truth of the Gospel. CONNECT WITH CCV & THE NARRATIVE: Website: https://thenarrativepodcast.org X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheNarrativeCCV Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheNarrativeCCV Instagram: https://instagram.com/thenarrativeccv TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thenarrativeccv LISTEN ON OTHER PLATFORMS: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-narrative/id1571838404 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A0TGaZxzGQCb8euuko6Sm?si=9a0f8e3e11ff458b

  1. 3d ago ·  Video

    The Truth About Christian Voters | Vivek Ramaswamy & Amy Acton

    We explore the complex issues surrounding voting for non-Christian candidates, the influence of culture and politics on Christian values, and analyze the portrayal of media and entertainment from a Christian perspective. Resources: China Misinformation on AI Debate URL: https://www.axios.com/2026/08/28/china-ai-data-center-backlash-botsBrad Wilcox on the Sex Recession URL: https://x.com/BradWilcoxIFS/status/2103459744350380460EWTN News on The Pope URL: https://x.com/EWTNews/status/2104686712106655888FDA Director & Life News Updates URL: https://x.com/LifeNewsHQ/status/2104620994946019519?s=20Justin Verlander and Family URL: https://x.com/FoxNews/status/2104223840637202784?s=20Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to the Ohio Governor's Race and Christian Perspectives 02:20 - How Christians Should Approach Voting for Non-Christian Candidates 04:12 - Historical Context of Voting for Candidates with Different Faiths 06:00 - The Character and Policies of Vivek Ramaswamy and Donald Trump 08:09 - Cultural Christianity and the Danger of False Faith 09:59 - The Authenticity of Political Figures and Christian Values 12:11 - The Influence of Media and Celebrity Culture on Political Opinions 14:00 - The Power of the Voter and American Political System 15:52 - The Role of Policy and Personal Faith in Elections 18:04 - The Impact of AI and Technology on Society and Ethics 19:58 - The Pope's Perspective on AI and Ethical Guardrails 22:02 - Cultural Critique of Celebrity Statements on Political Issues 23:45 - The Decline of Family and Marriage in Culture 25:58 - Data Centers, AI, and National Security Concerns 27:50 - The Vatican's View on AI and Ethical Regulation 29:59 - The Influence of Media and Entertainment on Christian Values 32:13 - The Impact of TV Shows and Movies on Culture and Christian Life 33:56 - The Top and Bottom Ranked TV Shows and Cultural Trends 36:02 - Analysis of Controversial Media and Cultural Artifacts 37:53 - The Significance of Family, Marriage, and Cultural Narratives 39:55 - The Role of Christian Art and Media in Society 42:01 - The Influence of Popular Culture on Christian Identity 43:51 - The Future of Media, Technology, and Christian Engagement

  2. Sep 24 ·  Video

    Katy Faust Talks The High Cost of Gay Marriage on Children

    In this episode, we explore the complex issues surrounding marriage, family, education, and American identity through a conservative Christian lens. Guest Katie Faust shares insights on cultural trends, policy impacts, and biblical principles shaping society. Resources: Article: Gay Dad’s Disturbing Diary Illuminates Dysfunctions Of Buying Babies written by Katie Faust : https://thefederalist.com/2026/09/16/gay-dads-disturbing-diary-illuminates-dysfunctions-of-buying-babies/ Article: In Fighting for Every Black Child, Did I Betray My Own? Written by Nikole Hannah-Jones founder of 1619 : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/20/magazine/ny-public-schools-black-students-segregation.html?unlocked_article_code=1.ClE.Vyfb.JogBuuh6KvBt&smid=url-share&utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email Article: The Cut - The New Dad Getting Laid While the Baby Naps https://www.thecut.com/article/new-sex-diaries-story-the-new-dad-getting-laid-as-the-baby-sleeps.html  Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Episode Overview 00:34 - Katie Faust's Credibility and Focus 02:41 - The Disturbing Diary of a Gay Dad 03:57 - The Impact of Postpartum and Hormonal Changes on Fathers 08:00 - The Biological and Biblical Foundations of Marriage 11:01 - Adoption, Surrogacy, and the Natural Family 12:36 - The Cultural and Political Shift on Marriage Support 15:09 - Gay Marriage and the Victimhood Narrative 20:17 - Children as Victims of Policy and Cultural Changes 22:41 - The Redefinition of Parenthood Laws 26:27 - The Role of Education and School Choice 30:35 - The Fight Against Transgender Ideology 43:52 - The Impact of Immigration and American Identity 54:41 - The Cultural Roots of American Exceptionalism Ways To Follow Katy Faust: Website: https://thembeforeus.com/katy-faust/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katyfaustauthor/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katyfaustofficial/  X: https://x.com/Katy_Faust

  3. Sep 17 ·  Video

    Alex Clark Talks MAHA and MAGA

    In this episode, Alex Clark from TPUSA discusses Charlie Kirk's legacy, the state of the conservative movement, and the importance of health and faith in politics. They explore how to unify different political factions and the ongoing battle against misinformation and hate. Resources: Ayaan Hirsi Ali Article on Tablet Magazine : https://www.tabletmag.com/sections/news/articles/mohamed-atta-25-years-911 Aarons Post on X : https://x.com/aarbaer/status/2098428107149504800?s=20  Chapters: 00:00- Introduction to the episode and guest Alex Clark 02:25- Charlie Kirk’s legacy and his grounding influence 04:17- The state of the conservative movement today 05:25- Why faith and activism matter for the future 08:20- The power of voter engagement and activism 09:38- Charlie Kirk’s spiritual growth and internal life 12:48- Dealing with opposition and hate towards Charlie Kirk 15:30- The political landscape after recent GOP conventions 16:46- The alliance between Christian conservatives and Maha 20:58- The importance of protecting Maha voters and issues 21:36- Closing remarks and upcoming events 22:40- Introduction to Samuel Say and his background 23:36- The biblical perspective on politics and culture 25:10- The importance of biblical worldview in all issues 27:36 - The danger of false teachings and deception 29:36 - The falsehood of workspace salvation and works-based theology 32:38 - The biblical view of salvation and grace 33:34 - The biblical understanding of love and hate 39:51 - The dog whistle language in political discourse 41:00 - The deception in political rhetoric about oppression 44:54 - Reflections on 9/11 and its impact 45:21 - Ayaan Hirsi Ali’s analysis of Islam and Western culture 47:16 - The threat of Islam and its worldview 49:34 - The challenge of religious freedom and Islam 54:09 - The concept of worldview and religious liberty 55:20 - The American creed and biblical principles 59:56 - The importance of American values and immigration 01:02:28 - The true nature of Islam and its incompatibility with America 01:03:13 - Closing thoughts and future outlooks Ways To Follow Alex Clark: TPUSA: https://tpusa.com/contributor/alexclark/page/3/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realalexclark/?hl=en  Podcast: https://tpusa.com/shows/culture-apothecary/

  4. Season 2 Trailer

    The New Season

    The Narrative Podcast is relaunching with new hosts and a focus on national stories impacting culture, politics, and the church. In this episode, Aaron Bear announces the return, introduces guest Alex Clark, and discusses Charlie Kirk's legacy and the future of conservative media.

  5. Aug 13

    Wolves In White Coats - HHS Report Discussion

    This episode explores the shocking findings of the 'Wolves in White Coats' report, revealing how financial motives and systemic failures have fueled the exploitation of children in gender medicine. Experts discuss the fraud, ethical breaches, and the urgent need for accountability in healthcare. Keywords gender medicine, healthcare fraud, medical ethics, pediatric gender clinics, Medicaid fraud, medical billing, systemic corruption, child health, medical accountability, healthcare reform Topics The origins and spread of gender medicine fraud Profit motives and financial incentives in healthcare Systemic failures and professional association roles Fraudulent billing practices and diagnostic code manipulation Impact on children and families affected by gender treatments Legal and political responses to healthcare fraud The role of professional organizations and standards of care The importance of accountability and systemic reform Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the 'Wolves in White Coats' report 00:30 The origins of gender medicine fraud 01:30 How systemic corruption allowed the spread 02:28 Profit motives fueling the crisis 04:22 The financial scale of gender treatment fraud 06:19 Medical ethics and the purpose of medicine 07:44 Lifetime costs and financial incentives for hospitals 09:10 Billing fraud and diagnostic code manipulation 14:25 The spike in endocrine disorder diagnoses 17:17 Misuse of diagnostic codes for fraud 20:43 The influence of professional organizations 22:37 The betrayal of trust by standards of care 24:05 Stories of harm and systemic failure 27:55 Legal and political accountability 30:48 The importance of voter awareness and accountability 33:04 The role of government agencies and whistleblowers

  6. Jul 24

    The Vanishing Black Family

    Delano Squires discusses his book 'The Vanishing Black Family' and explores the historical, cultural, and political factors contributing to the decline of the traditional black family structure. He emphasizes the importance of family revival and offers practical community and policy solutions. Keywords #Black Family, #Family Revival, #Welfare, #Feminism, #Marriage, #Policy, #Community Solutions, #Cultural Change Key Topics Historical impact of slavery on black families Role of welfare and feminism in family decline Cultural inertia and institutional resistance Policy solutions for family revival Community-based strategies for strengthening families Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Book Overview 01:50 Delano Squires' Background and Mission 04:10 Reception of the Book and Its Goals 05:51 The State of the Black Family Today 07:52 Historical Legacy of Slavery on Family Structure 09:46 Impact of Welfare and Feminism in the 1960s 12:13 The Rise of Non-Marital Birth Rates 13:59 Policy Barriers and Institutional Resistance 16:08 The Role of Black Leadership and Cultural Inertia 18:10 Practical Community and Family Strategies 20:04 Policy Recommendations and Future Steps 22:10 The Importance of Family in Cultural Identity 24:02 Addressing Systemic and Cultural Barriers 26:03 The Role of Churches and Community Organizations 27:57 The Power of Family Reunions and Legacy 29:59 Call to Action for Policy and Community Leaders 31:57 Practical Steps for Families and Communities 33:59 The Role of Education and Research in Family Revival 35:57 Closing Remarks and How to Support the Book Resources The Vanishing Black Family by Delano Squires - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Vanishing+Black+Family+Delano+Squires Delano Squires on X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/DelanoSquires Heritage Foundation - https://www.heritage.org Guest links Twitter - https://twitter.com/DelanoSquires Website - https://www.heritage.org

  7. Jul 17

    Without the Bible, America Has No Pulse

    Americans have stopped looking to the Bible for answers. We assume we already know the story. Dr. Adam Rasmussen joins The Narrative to reveal the data on biblical worldview and remind us that real understanding only starts when we trust and engage with the source. More About Dr. Adam Rasmussen As a Fellow at the Cultural Research Center and the Dean of the College of Arts & Humanities at Arizona Christian University, Dr. Adam Rasmussen draws upon his 25 years of experience in Christian education to inspire students to thrive under the Lordship of Christ in all aspects of their lives. With a passion for helping students connect their faith with reason and culture, he guides them to make meaningful and relevant connections that go beyond mere academic study. Dr. Rasmussen is a magna cum laude graduate of Northwestern College, where he earned a BA in history. He also holds an MA in Educational Ministries from Wheaton College, as well as a PhD in Educational Studies with a focus on leadership and administration from the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. His research interests include biblical literacy, educational ministries, and Christian apologetics. Support the show: https://www.ccv.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Without the Bible, America Has No Pulse

  8. Jul 10

    Another Girls' Locker Room Nightmare

    In this week's episode of The Narrative, David and Mike sit down with the Henry family to discuss a terrifying loophole in Ohio state law governing public locker rooms that exposed their daughter to predatory behavior. Their shocking testimony makes it clear why we're fighting for change in Ohio before it happens again.  Watch or listen today wherever you get your podcasts! TAKE ACTION You can do your part by taking 60 seconds to contact your legislator and urge them to pass HB249, the Indecent Exposure Modernization Act. Support the show: https://www.ccv.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In a world driven by chaotic headlines, Christians need clarity. Brought to you by Center for Christian Virtue (CCV), The Narrative equips you to think critically and faithfully about the most pressing issues of our day. Join Aaron Baer (President of CCV) and Samuel Sey as they dissect the news cycle and advocate for public policy that reflects the truth of the Gospel. CONNECT WITH CCV & THE NARRATIVE: Website: https://thenarrativepodcast.org X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheNarrativeCCV Facebook: https://facebook.com/TheNarrativeCCV Instagram: https://instagram.com/thenarrativeccv TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@thenarrativeccv LISTEN ON OTHER PLATFORMS: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-narrative/id1571838404 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1A0TGaZxzGQCb8euuko6Sm?si=9a0f8e3e11ff458b

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    Center for Christian Virtue
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
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    © 2026 Center for Christian Virtue

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