Perspectives: Faith, Science, Politics & Life

Shane E. Burkett

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In a world where faith, science, politics, and life collide, the need for open, honest, and informed conversations has never been greater. Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that goes beyond the headlines to explore the critical forces shaping our society.

DEC 9

The $12 Billion Loop

Send us a text When the government announced a $12 billion farm-aid package, it sounded like a lifeline. But here’s the twist: that money comes from the very tariffs causing the pain. In this episode, we dig into the strange circular economy of America’s trade war—a policy that funds its own fallout and leaves farmers trapped in the middle. Host Shane Burkett unpacks how $11 billion will go to row-crop farmers and another billion to specialty crops, with strict income caps designed to help small family farms instead of big corporate operators. But the real story lies in what’s driving the crisis: China’s unfulfilled promise to buy millions of metric tons of U.S. soybeans. Since October, they’ve purchased less than a quarter of what was pledged—leaving American grain bins full and wallets empty. You’ll hear about Iowa farmer Robb Ewoldt, who’s selling equipment and working night shifts to survive, and Caleb Ragland, head of the American Soybean Association, who reminds Washington that farmers don’t want bailouts—they want markets. We’ll also explore how generational divides are reshaping agriculture: fourth-generation growers with equity can weather the storm, but younger farmers renting land face extinction-level pressure. Behind the numbers—$22 billion in 2019, $46 billion in 2020, and now another $12 billion—lies a deeper question: what happens when government aid replaces global trade as the backbone of American farming? With the USDA still finalizing payment formulas and new executive orders investigating the food supply chain, the stakes reach far beyond soybeans. They touch food prices, rural economies, and the very survival of independent farming. As global trade flows tilt toward South America and China’s buying habits shift, this episode asks what the next decade of U.S. agriculture will look like. Can small farms hold on? Or are we witnessing the quiet consolidation of America’s heartland into industrial agribusiness? The $12 Billion Loop reveals how every tariff and every aid check echo through the fields of Iowa, Minnesota, and beyond—reshaping who grows our food, who profits, and who’s left behind. Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the cLike, Subscribe and Share!

9 min
AUG 28

What is the Seven Mountain Mandate?

Send us a text In this episode, we take a hard look at one of the most urgent and unsettling intersections of religion and politics in America today. Dominionism and the Seven Mountain Mandate—once fringe theological concepts—are no longer confined to pulpits or prayer rallies. They have bled into policy, personnel decisions, and the legal battles shaping our future. We explore how the Seven Mountain Mandate’s call for Christians to “capture” seven cultural pillars—Government, Family, Education, Media, Arts & Entertainment, Business, and Religion—parallels the sweeping proposals of Project 2025, the Heritage Foundation’s 900-page playbook for reshaping the federal government. With the Trump administration’s first eight months marked by rapid-fire executive orders, civil service restructuring, attacks on public media, Title IX rollbacks, and HHS directives targeting LGBTQ content, the alignment is striking. But this isn’t only about executive action. The Supreme Court is now a critical battleground, with cases pending or advancing on birthright citizenship, the unitary executive theory, transgender rights in health care and sports, and even petitions to revisit Obergefell v. Hodges, the landmark marriage equality decision. We examine how these cases could redefine constitutional protections and whether the Respect for Marriage Act offers a sufficient backstop if Obergefellfalls. Throughout the episode, we ask deeper questions: Where does theology end and policy begin? What does it mean for pluralism and democracy when religious rationales shape law? And how much of the current agenda is explicitly theological versus politically expedient? Listeners will come away with a clear map of how Project 2025 provides the secular strategy, the Seven Mountain Mandate offers the theological mission, and the current administration supplies the political will. Together, these elements form a triangle of influence capable of reshaping American institutions in ways many citizens barely notice—until the effects land in classrooms, courtrooms, and communities. If you care about the future of American democracy, civil rights, and the role of faith in public life, this is a conversation you cannot afford to miss. #SevenMountainMandate#Dominionism#Project2025#ChristianNationalism#ChurchAndState#DemocracyAtRisk#SCOTUS#FaithAndPolitics#CivilRights#AmericanDemocracyPerspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the cLike, Subscribe and Share!

16 min
AUG 12

The King James Version of the Bible - a Historical Review

Send us a text This episode explores the origins, creation, and enduring legacy of the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, first published in 1611. Host Shane Burkett takes listeners back to early 17th-century England, where religious tensions and competing English translations — the Geneva Bible and Bishops’ Bible — set the stage for King James I to commission a new, unified version. The narrative covers the Hampton Court Conference of 1604, where the idea was approved, and details how 47 scholars, organized into six committees across Oxford, Cambridge, and Westminster, worked for seven years to produce a text faithful to Hebrew, Greek, and Latin sources. Their translation was designed to be read aloud, with attention to rhythm and cadence, drawing on earlier English works like William Tyndale’s. Listeners learn how the KJV gradually replaced other versions, becoming the dominant English Bible by the 18th century. Printing innovations spread it globally, and its phrasing — from “the valley of the shadow of death” to “the powers that be” — left a lasting mark on English literature and culture. The episode also examines later revisions, including the Revised Version (1881–1885), Noah Webster’s 1833 update, and the New King James Version (1982). Despite these, the original KJV remains a literary and cultural monument, blending political purpose, linguistic beauty, and spiritual resonance. The story closes with the reflection that the King’s commission became the people’s Bible, its voice still alive over 400 years later. Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the cLike, Subscribe and Share!

9 min
JUN 29

Is the Panama Canal the Wildest Auction House?

Send us a text Ever heard of a shipping lane so vital that companies will drop $4 million just to skip the line? In this episode of Perspectives, Shane Burkett breaks down why the 50-mile Panama Canal has become one of the most fascinating — and expensive — shortcuts in modern trade. Discover how this man-made wonder, once a U.S.-controlled public utility, now operates like a mix of a luxury restaurant, an auction house, and a climate battleground — all while moving 5% of the world’s maritime cargo and generating nearly 4% of Panama’s GDP. We unpack the hidden economics: Why it sometimes makes sense for ships to pay millions to cut the line. How a single ship burns $200,000 daily. And why 50 million gallons of fresh water are flushed with each transit — water that half of Panama’s people rely on for drinking. Plus: the real stakes behind recent droughts, BlackRock’s controversial bid for two canal ports, and why these tensions between the U.S., China, and Panama are just getting started. From the Culebra Cut’s one-way traffic jams to the pilots who train 14 years to navigate these giant vessels — this is a global trade story you don’t want to miss. #PanamaCanal #GlobalTrade #ClimateCrisis #Geopolitics #SupplyChain #PerspectivesPodcast #BusinessNews #Infrastructure #WorldEconomy #Podcast Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the cLike, Subscribe and Share!

11 min
JUN 29

SCOTUS on Presidential Power

Send us a text In this explosive Perspectives episode, Shane Burkett breaks down the Supreme Court’s latest bombshell: a 6-3 ruling that limits lower courts’ power to block presidential orders nationwide — a shift with massive consequences for American checks and balances. The ruling centers on President Donald Trump’s first-day executive order to end birthright citizenship for children born to undocumented immigrants or temporary visa holders — a direct challenge to over a century of precedent grounded in the 14th Amendment. Three federal judges froze the order with sweeping injunctions. Now, those nationwide blocks are gone — the order will take effect in 30 days, except for the specific plaintiffs who sued. Justice Amy Coney Barrett’s majority opinion declares lower courts overstepped. Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s dissent is a gut punch: “No right is safe,” she writes, warning this paves the way for unchecked executive power. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson goes further, calling the decision “an existential threat to the rule of law.” But this isn’t just about immigration. It’s about the power shift that’s been brewing for decades. Back in 1898, the Supreme Court confirmed birthright citizenship for a Chinese American man, Wong Kim Ark — a precedent that’s shaped American identity ever since. Trump’s team argues that ruling was narrowly intended for former slaves — not today’s undocumented immigrants. The episode also unpacks the rise of “universal injunctions,” a tool that ballooned under Trump’s first term (64 times!) and Biden’s administration (28 times). With this new ruling, future plaintiffs may have to coordinate 50-state class action lawsuits just to stop a nationwide executive order. So what does this mean for other hot-button issues — like gun rights, freedom of religion, or civil liberties? Legal scholars say this ruling could empower any president to test constitutional limits, knowing it’s now much harder for one district judge to slam the brakes. We also tackle the political backlash: Trump is celebrating a “monumental victory for the Constitution.” Critics like Chuck Schumer see creeping authoritarianism. Immigration advocates fear stateless children. Meanwhile, some justices on both sides admit the universal injunction problem was due for a reckoning — just maybe not like this. How does Congress fit in? Could new legislation restore broad court power? Could judicial panels issue future nationwide orders? And what does this ruling mean for the next big legal fight that lands on the Supreme Court’s doorstep? Perspectives cuts through the noise to ask the big question: What happens when the Constitution’s protections and presidential power collide — and one branch of government can’t fully check the other? Get r Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the cLike, Subscribe and Share!

10 min
JUN 7

Kingdom Come: How Dominion Theology Hijacked the American Pulpit

Send us a text In this searing episode of Perspectives, host Shane E. Burkett unpacks the growing fusion of Pentecostal dominion theology, prosperity gospel preaching, and American right-wing politics. With bold commentary, spoken word rhythm, and unapologetic analysis, Shane explores how charismatic movements have evolved from fringe revival tents into full-blown political machines—with prophets in pulpits and QR codes on altars. At the center of this story is Paula White-Cain: televangelist, prosperity preacher, and former spiritual advisor to Donald Trump. Her sermon in a Miami megachurch wasn’t just revival—it was a declaration of theological conquest. Quoting scripture while pledging a $12,000 check on stage, White-Cain urged believers to “take over” society in the name of God’s Kingdom, blending faith, nationalism, and spiritual warfare into a political roadmap for 2024 and beyond. This episode dives deep into: What Dominion Theology is—and how it twists Genesis 1:28 into a mandate for Christian rule.The Prosperity Gospel’s role in building political loyalty through financial obedience.The emergence of the New Apostolic Reformation and its global influence.How charismatic leaders like White-Cain use dreams, prophecy, and tongues to justify political control.Why this movement threatens religious freedom, democracy, and pluralism in the U.S. From mega-churches to the White House, Shane examines how faith is being used not to redeem, but to reign. It’s not just about votes—it’s about divine appointment. This isn’t salvation; it’s strategy. This isn’t revival; it’s realignment. With spoken word fire and sharp critique, Kingdom Come challenges listeners to look beyond the altar and ask: when prophecy becomes policy, who gets left behind? 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platform. And don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review if this episode makes you think, question, or feel. #ChristianNationalism #DominionTheology #PerspectivesPodcast #FaithAndPolitics #Pentecostalism #ProsperityGospel #SeparationOfChurchAndState #PaulaWhite #TrumpEvangelicals #ReligiousRight #KingdomCulture Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the cLike, Subscribe and Share!

10 min
JUN 6

A Billionaire's Guide to Buying a Democracy

Send us a text In this searing episode of Perspective, reader Angela Peterman rips the velvet curtain off the biggest scam in modern American politics: the culture war distraction. With a blend of satire, straight talk, and piercing political insight, Shane exposes how billionaires and political elites use social wedge issues—like race, abortion, immigration, guns, and DEI—as smoke bombs to blind the public while they rob the nation blind. Let’s break it down. While average Americans are arguing over Target displays, book bans, and gender-neutral bathrooms, the ultra-wealthy are buying lawmakers, privatizing public services, slashing taxes for themselves, and rigging democracy from the inside out. Here’s the hustle: Affirmative Action? “They’re taking your jobs!” But somehow, the jobs also got shipped overseas and automated.Abortion? A moral debate that conveniently distracts from the fact that maternal healthcare is collapsing in many red states.Immigration? They’re “invading,” yet they quietly power the labor market. The same people who scream “build the wall” also hire undocumented nannies, landscapers, and dishwashers.Guns and Religion? Politicians wrap greed in the American flag and weaponize the Bible—so you’ll ignore that they’re cutting your pensions while quoting Corinthians.DEI? Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion suddenly become the villains in America’s story—because it’s easier to blame equity programs than admit you’ve been exploited by the same rich people giving you talking points on cable news. And then there’s the kicker: people keep voting against their own interests because they’ve been fed a nonstop diet of fear, outrage, and identity politics—while the 1% laughs from their climate-controlled tax havens. This isn’t just political commentary—it’s a call to action. Angela urges listeners to stop being pawns in a rigged chess game and start asking the real questions: 👉 Who’s profiting from my anger? 👉 Who benefits when we’re divided? 👉 And why is the person telling me to “watch out for immigrants” also selling my community to developers? This episode is equal parts truth serum and gut punch—and if you’re not at least a little uncomfortable by the end, you might already be on the yacht. 🎧 Listen if you’re tired of: Billionaires playing puppet masterCulture war smoke screensVoting against your own paycheckPoliticians quoting scripture while gutting your public school 💡 This episode is for: Working-class Americans of all backgroundsVoters who are sick of being lied toActivists, organizers, and regPerspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the cLike, Subscribe and Share!

6 min
MAY 22

One Big Beautiful Lie: The Dangerous Truth Behind H.R.1

Send us a text In this episode, we dig into the deceptively named “One Big Beautiful Bill” — also known as H.R.1, recently passed by the House in a razor-thin 215–214 vote. While its name may sound poetic, this sweeping legislation is a brutal, calculated attempt to codify an extreme political agenda under the guise of economic reform and patriotic pageantry. As your host, Shane E. Burkett, I break down what’s really buried in the 1,100+ pages of this bill — from permanent tax cuts for the wealthy and sweeping social safety net rollbacks to radical healthcare restrictions and massive fossil fuel giveaways. You’ll hear how this bill: Adds over $5 trillion to the national debt while slashing programs like SNAP and MedicaidEnforces work requirements that could disenfranchise millions of low-income AmericansEliminates green energy credits and prioritizes border wall construction over real infrastructureCreates “MAGA savings accounts” for babies born in a narrow political time window — yes, reallyDismantles student loan protections, guts Pell Grant expansions, and restricts educational equityRaises the SALT deduction cap to benefit millionaires while pushing working-class families off the cliff This isn’t about fiscal responsibility — it’s about ideological entrenchment. It’s not about reform — it’s about regression. And it’s certainly not beautiful — it’s cruel. Join me as I expose the legal landmines, economic consequences, and moral contradictions woven into this bill. We’ll also unpack how this legislation is likely to provoke constitutional challenges, further divide Congress, and shape the political battleground heading into 2026 and beyond. Whether you’re a policy nerd, justice advocate, or just someone trying to make sense of what’s happening in Washington, this episode will leave you informed, fired up, and ready to hold power accountable. 🎧 Let’s get into the truth behind the lie. 📎 Resources Mentioned: Full text of H.R.1 via Congress.govCBO Report on Budget ImpactLegal Analysis via SCOTUSblog and BrookingsEnergy, Education, and Medicaid Reports from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities 📲 Follow Shane E. Burkett Website: www.baacomm.comIG/FB: @ShaneEBurkettOfficialPodcast Network: The Success Blueprint | Creating Space 4 Success | Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics & Life 🎤 Like wh Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the c Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that explores the forces shaping our world. Hosted by Shane Burkett, this show dives into the intersections of religion, scientific discovery, political shifts, and everyday life, featuring deep conversations with experts, thought leaders, and changemakers. No topic is off-limits—expect bold discussions, critical thinking, and new insights that challenge the way you see the world. Join the cLike, Subscribe and Share!

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In a world where faith, science, politics, and life collide, the need for open, honest, and informed conversations has never been greater. Perspective: Faith, Science, Politics, and Life is a thought-provoking podcast that goes beyond the headlines to explore the critical forces shaping our society.

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