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Episode 281: Episode 281: Comeback, Trump, the Middle East

February 25, 2024 00:00 - 48 minutes - 85 MB

In making a comeback with Candace Smith and Jack DeViney co-hosting, this episode marks a fine return to form for half of the duo; while Candace acquitted herself well with a keen drive-by diagnosis of the insanity of the moment in Israel and Gaza, DeViney manages only to spring to life later in the episode. And, of course Donald Trump is among the topics for conversation. We'd be remiss to not, as the wise sage Mr. Trump himself once said, "Well, you know the wind only blows somet...

Episode 280: Education in America-Part 1: Student Loans

March 13, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 123 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. On this episode Nate and Candace being their journey through the education ecosystem starting with Student Loans.  Candace and Nate begin by examining the difference over the decades from a inflationary standpoint, the political changes and feelings the Vietnam war brought on, and then finally the student loan crisis today.  No matter what side of the isle you subscribe too Student Loans are a problem. In fact the entire system is worth examin...

Episode 279: What is your favorite ism? ModState Podcast Episode 279

March 01, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 108 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast!  On this episode Candace and Nate dive into some of the modernly used isms in the world today. Of course many of these theories have deep history this episode explores them with some modern context.  These isms have become polarizing terms such as patriotism and nationalism. The team also explore other types of political, social and economic theories that have stuck in our culture today. Thank you for tuning in and as always send your comment...

Episode 278: Introductions ModState Podcast Episode 278

February 01, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 110 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast! On this episode Nate introduces a new but familiar voice Candace! Candace will become a regular voice on the ModState Podcast. In this episode Nate dives into how Candace thinks about the world. Throughout the episode Nate and Candace explore the state of the world and the US. Show Notes: 1) The God that failed Download ( 281 Pages | Free ) (pdfdrive.com) 2) When the CIA Was the NEA | The Nation 3) How the CIA Secretly Funded Arab Art to Fi...

Episode 277: ModState Podcast Episode 277: A New Year a New Congress

January 16, 2023 00:00 - 46 minutes - 77.9 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast!  It has been long overdue that John and Nate dive back into a good episode. As the New Year begins so does a new Republican led Congress. John and Nate pick up where they left off on Roe Vs Wade and the ongoing dynamic that is emerging in various States across the US.  Second, the team team dives into their analysis of the ongoing power struggles in the US House of Representatives. What agenda will be formulated if at all? Does MaCarthy stand ...

Episode 276: Nate Solo on Recent Events ModState Podcast Episode 276

June 09, 2022 00:00 - 26 minutes - 44.3 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. Nate rolls solo on this episode to discuss three major topics: 1) Gun violence 2) Roe V wade 3) The economy How do all of these things change perspective in November. If history prover Nate right it may not move the wheel....

Episode 275: Midterms SCOTUS Leak ModState Podcast Episode 275

May 13, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 144 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. Much has happened since our last episode.  If you would like to wait for an exclusive episode on Roe V Wade please wait for the weekend or fast forward to about the 45 minute mark of this episode.  On this episode John and Nate dive into: 1) The Kentucky Derby Winner 2) The black hole that was photographed  3) Russian World Cup ban...should it happen? Disagreement here 4) Midterms and the 1/6 subpoenas  5) Finally....ROE V WADE and the SCOTUS...

Episode 274: Weekly Round-Up (Twitter, Russia, France....) ModState Podcast Episode 274

April 15, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 96.4 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast! As always thank you for tuning in whereever you may be listening. Send you comments to [email protected] or leave your comments here on Podomatic.  On this episode John and Nate explore the several items from the Elon Musk's hostile take-over bid, to why and what would make Twitter better.  Moving on the team explores the recent discussion of a fast entrance of Finland into NATO and Russia's response and end the conversation about the upco...

Episode 273: Culture Wars ModState Podcast Episode 273

April 10, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 124 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always leave your comments on Podomatic or send them to [email protected]. On this episode John and Nate discuss the Ukrainian conflict, the confirmation to the SCOTUS, and the broader fast sprint to the right of the Republican Party.  As always thank you for your listenership.  Note from the managing editor: "The lead image for this episode came from an error made during our pre-recording system checks. Somehow or another, during our ...

Episode 272: Weekly Round-Up ModState Podcast Episode 272

March 25, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 93.9 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always send your comments over to [email protected]. Also leave your comments on Podomatic.  Special shout-out to listener Oliver who was briefly misnamed as Olivia on the episode. The team is glad it got corrected mid-podcast.  This episode consists of three major topics: 1) SCOTUS nomination hearing. 2) The state of the economy and the increase in interest rates 3) MIDTERMS! Midterm groveling will begin. What will the major topics be...

Episode 271: Bonus Episode With Nate ModState Podcast Episode 271

March 14, 2022 00:00 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always send your comments over to [email protected] or on here on podomatic.  Nate has a solo moment where he discusses the current events here in America, abroad and some of his thoughts surrounding the support of Ukraine, current GOP messaging and opportunities.  As always the team will be back soon with normal episodes! 

Episode 270: Ukraine and Russia ModState Podcast Episode 270

February 27, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 94.3 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always wherever you are listening we appreciate you. On this episode the ongoing conflict in Ukraine dominates the discussion. John and Nate discuss the geopolitical perspective, potential outcomes and how this is different from other conflicts as the world has a front row seat with social media. Towards the end of the episode the focus turns to the domestic climate in America including topics like inflation.  As always leave a comment on P...

Episode 269: Insurrection Reflection, Russia and Covid-19 ModState Podcast Episode 269

January 16, 2022 00:00 - 57 minutes - 78.4 MB

Welcome back to the ModSate Podcast! As always wherever you are tuning in be safe and thank you for listening.  In this episode John and Nate dive into a number of the important topics from last week. As the new year drives on Russia has amassed more troops at the Ukrainian border, negotiations have broken down and war seems imminent.  In other news the SCOTUS gave the Biden administration a partial win by allowing healthcare worker vaccine mandates to live on. John and Nate then ...

Episode 268: 2021 Recap and 2022 Predictions ModState Podcast Episode 268

December 31, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 131 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for tuning in!  On this episode John and Nate felt it only right to round out a long and at some times contentious year. From 1/6, Afghanistan, Covid-19 et al. this year truly did not disappoint.  The team reflects on their top stories from the year in the same true fashion you get from the ModState team every episode. Thank you for your continued support and have a safe happy new year. 

Episode 267: Self Defense, Abortion and Biden's Win ModState Podcast Episode 267

November 11, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast! As always thank you for tuning in from where ever in the world you are listening.  John and Nate dive into several important topics on this episode: 1) John and Nate debate their stance on how they would vote for the now passed Infrastructure bill. Biden had a win here, but how would the team vote? In the follow up the debate turns to a more granular discussion of payment, national debt and climate change.  2) The next topic is the Rittenhous...

Episode 266: State of Affairs ModState Podcast Episode 266

October 04, 2021 00:00 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast! Thank you or tuning in. Head over to [email protected] for more editorial pieces. Send your comments to [email protected] or here at Podomatic.com/modstate.  On this episode John and Nate dive into several stories, a discussion of the Rolling Stones followed by a discussion of debt ceilings and spending. It isn't always the most dramatic or exciting topic but it certainly top of mind for elected officials in Washington DC.  Thank you f...

Episode 265: What's Worth Spending $$ On? ModState Podcast Episode 265

September 26, 2021 00:00 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MB

Welcome Back! As always thank you for tuning into the ModState Podcast. On this episode John and Nate make up for some lost ground and time. Thank you for sticking through the break as the ModState team waits for some much needed technological equipment.  On this segment today: Bizarre: John and Nate dive into both the ongoing Biden DHS debacle at the border. Additionally, Nate sneaks in a discussion of Supreme Court Justice Amy Barrett's lament of the hyper-politicized SCOTUS. I...

Episode 264: Nate's Thoughts Bonus Episode: ModState Podcast Episode 264

August 29, 2021 00:00 - 47 minutes - 90.8 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast!  As John and his family race from the largest storm since 1850, Nate sites down on a lovely Denver Sunday to discuss his thoughts.  On this episode Nate begins with the developing tragedy across the US as Covid-19 cases spike. At what point did we lose the idea of Freedom with responsibility to Freedom without responsibility. Has the forest been lost from the trees? Nate finishes the episode discussion the fall of Afghanistan the death of Ame...

Episode 263: Afghanistan, Infrastructure, Mask/Vaccine Mandates ModState Podcast Episode 263

August 15, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 150 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast! As always thank you for tuning in. Leave your comments below OR reach out [email protected] On this episode John and Nate discuss three major topics.  1) John and Nate reach out and discuss the imminent fall of Afghanistan after 20 years of American occupation. How should we feel about this? John and Nate reflect... 2) Next the team discusses the passage of the infrastructure bill in the Senate. Nancy Pelosi now has a tactic to get the fo...

Episode 262: The Summer of the Delta Variant ModState Podcast Episode 262

July 29, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 147 MB

WELCOME BACK! A warm and hearty thank you to those of you who stuck through the hiatus into this summer.  As always welcome back to the ModState Podcast. On this episode John and Nate untangle the events since they last met. Naturally the major focus is the Delta variant that is raging like wildfire through the US. So much of this has been incredibly political. Does this current time in history, with this division and politics, set the stage for future response and discussion to e...

Episode 261: Israel and Palestine with Candace Smith ModState Podcast Episode 261

May 18, 2021 00:00 - 52 minutes - 119 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always reach out to us on Podomatic OR at [email protected] As tension rise in Israel and the Palestinians Candace Smith brings us up to speed on the current conflict with some historical context. Additionally, Candace helps Nate understand the difficulties that the Palestinians are facing while under the relative control of the Israeli government. Candace has given listeners an extensive list of resources that will be helpful in furt...

Episode 260: GOP Shakeup ModState Podcast Episode 260

May 14, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 95 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for tuning in. Leave your comments here or at [email protected] On this episode John and Nate begin to talk about the unrest Israel and Gaza. The tensions have reached an almost boiling over point. Next, the discussion moves to the French and British stand-off over fishing territory. The final discussion surrounds the ouster of Representative Liz Cheney from her leadership post. As always thank you for tuning in! ...

Episode 259: Moving Goalposts ModState Podcast Episode 259

May 06, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 96.4 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for tuning in. Leave your comments at [email protected] or at Podomatic. On this episode John and Nate dive back into the current political climate to discuss the state of affairs. Educational Segment: Inflation may not be an issue for the Fed right now, but it certainly is showing up in other parts of American life. What tools does the Fed have to combat inflation? Bizarre: Former America's Mayor Rudy Giuliani receive...

Episode 258: Politics & Culture ModState Podcast Episode 258

April 24, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for your comments and concerns. Please leave your comments at Podomatic or at [email protected] On this episode John and Nate pontificate on several topics. The beginning of the conversation they discussed current events and a deeper dive into the outcome of the Derek Chauvin murder trial. John and Nate also discuss Russia, and the Mars helicopter experiment. Further into the episode the team talk about the idea that co...

Episode 257: End of Reagan Era Economics? ModState Podcast Episode 257

April 07, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 110 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast! As always thank you for tuning in. Leave your comments, concerns, opinions at [email protected] for a shoutout! On this episode John and Nate dive into several topics. The main focus of this conversation is the much jolt of capital to infrastructure projects, programs to build up the poor and middle class and of course....how it get paid for. This is a higher level discussion of economics, and politics. The team also discusses the slow burn...

Episode 256: Biden's First Days ModState Podcast Episode 256

March 25, 2021 03:39 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Welcome back from a long over due ModState Podcast Episode! As always leave your comments here or at [email protected] On this episode John and Nate dive into several topics including the valuation of Tesla forecasted into 2025. The main body of this podcast John and Nate dive Covid-19 relief and the various bills in congress. The beginning of Biden's administration is full tests and John and Nate try to get into it all. Thank you for tuning in!

Episode 256: Texas De-Regulation ModState Podcast Episode 255

March 02, 2021 04:40 - 1 hour - 119 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always send your messages over to [email protected] On this episode John and Nate dive into several topics. The first topic John and Nate discuss is the Mars Rover and what it means for future scientific endeavors. In the meat of the podcast John and Nate "Start Over" and pick up on an earlier discussion about the Texas winter nightmare. How do the failures in California compare to Texas? Are the difference style of governance mean anythi...

Episode 256: Texas De-Regulation ModState Podcast Episode 256

March 02, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 119 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always send your messages over to [email protected] On this episode John and Nate dive into several topics. The first topic John and Nate discuss is the Mars Rover and what it means for future scientific endeavors. In the meat of the podcast John and Nate "Start Over" and pick up on an earlier discussion about the Texas winter nightmare. How do the failures in California compare to Texas? Are the difference style of governance mean anything? As a...

Episode 255: Acquittal Consequences ModState Podcast Episode 254

February 16, 2021 03:37 - 1 hour - 116 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always keep your comments coming. You can also reach out to the team at [email protected]. Bizarre Segment: John and Nate discuss the update on the declassification of UFO information from the US Federal Government. Educational Segment: John discusses Sci-fi theory and its links to reality. Main Debate: The injunction: "The Republic is more vulnerable because of the acquittal of former President Donald Trump by the US Senate." John ...

Episode 254: Reddit vs Hedge Funds ModState Podcast Episode 253

February 01, 2021 06:14 - 1 hour - 87.1 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. On this episode John and Nate dive into a number of topics. Geopolitical/Educational: On the night of 1/31/2021 major news outlets reported that Aung San Suu Kyi along with other members of her government were arrested. While this unfolds thousands of protesters were arrested for protesting the detention of Alexi Navalny. Bizarre and Main Segment: There has been major events as Reddit users from sub-Reddit WallStreetsBets have all bought ma...

Episode 253: The Economy in 2021 ModState Podcast Episode 252

January 30, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 111 MB

Welcome back to regular programing. Thank you for listening to the ModState Podcast. On this episode John and Nate dive into the difference in opinion in context to stimulus to the economy. What are the expectations? What should we be striving for and how much $$ will it cost. Tune in and have a listen and as always send your comments and concerns to [email protected] or leave a comment where ever you can.

Episode 252: Bonus Episode 1 ModState Podcast

January 21, 2021 23:19 - 1 hour - 124 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. This is the inaugural Bonus Episode. Bonus episodes are designed to bring you different conversations with no specific format. In this episode John and Nate discuss the roll out of the vaccine and stimulus to the US economy. John and Nate discover that they have a very strong disagreement. What would you like to hear in bonus episodes? Responses to comments? Our take on something ludicrous or not related to politics? A movie review? Leave y...

Episode 251: 2021 ModState Podcast Episode 251

January 18, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 115 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always send your comments and concerns to [email protected] John and Nate begin with the normal routine and discussion. Over a week has elapsed since the insurrection at the Capitol. Bizarre: John and Nate discuss the impending release of UFO information from the Pentagon. What do you think we will find out? Educational: John and Nate discuss the power shift in the Senate with emerging players such as Mr. Manchin and Mr. Romney. Main...

Episode 250: Insurrection in DC ModState Podcast Episode 250

January 07, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 94.3 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast and Happy New Year! It is with sadness that an episode about insurrection in DC is posted. As Nate says in episode " I am not shocked but I am surprised." Much has happened over the holiday hiatus and the team was hoping to kick of 2021 with a discussion about who holds or doesn't hold majority control. Instead of discussing the Democratic majority at length much of the discussion surrounded the insurrection and the president of the United State...

Episode 249: Covid-19 Vaccines ModState Podcast Episode 249

December 20, 2020 19:48 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for tuning in. Send your comments and messages to [email protected] On this segment Nate and DeViney begin with a discussion about Covid-19 vaccines that segues into the main topic of conversation: Nate and DeViney have a fairly heated conversation about the overall response and the role the mainstream media has played narrating the past year. Bizarre Segment: the duo discuss the 77th birthday of Keith Richards and the ...

Episode 248: National Deficits ModState Podcast Episode 248

December 13, 2020 18:33 - 50 minutes - 77.9 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always leave your comments wherever you listen to podcasts or send them to [email protected] Educational Segment: John and Nate explore the upcoming Georgia run-off elections. What is a run-off and what does the consequence of this election have at the federal level? Bizarre Segment: A new beaked whale species was discovered in Mexico! Main Segment: John and Nate take note from a recently conducted Intelligence Squared debate. The ques...

Episode 247: Transition in America ModState Podcast Episode 247

December 07, 2020 03:17 - 53 minutes - 74.7 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always please continue to send your comments to [email protected]. Thank you for your continued listenership. On the education segment John and Nate discuss a Bloomberg article comparing Milton Friedman's shareholder value versus societal impact as major shareholder. Is this the way of future or just fairy tale thinking? On the bizarre segment John and Nate discuss the now removed monolith in Utah. John and Nate finish the episode dis...

Episode 246: America Post Election ModState Podcast Episode 246

November 21, 2020 18:36 - 57 minutes - 75.3 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. Thank you for tuning in! As always send you comments over to [email protected]. On this episode John and Nate begin with a rather educational and bizarre segment before having their main discussion. Educational Segment: John and Nate talk about the wake of destruction that is created by the average house cat. John also dives into a group that is trying to domesticate tigers. Bizarre Segment: Two different stories were floated to John to...

A Vote Against Your Interest? Episode 245 ModState Podcast

November 14, 2020 21:34 - 54 minutes - 81.1 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always continue to submit your comments and thoughts. Reach out at [email protected] On this episode John and Nate stick to the regular schedule of one educational bit, bizarre and the main conversation. Educational: Mississippi has made a number of progressive changes that are worth noting. Both John and Nate are fond of Mississippi given their ties to the great southern state. Tune in and learn about the changes. Bizarre: The detect...

Biden and Harris Victory ModState Podcast Episode 244

November 08, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 98.8 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always reach out to the team at [email protected] Well after a long and uncertain campaign season Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have arrived victorious. Joe Biden's long career in politics has culminated as the leader of the free world and Kamala Harris has broken the long held glass ceiling as the first female VP and first Woman of Color to hold the position. What does this actually mean for the next 4 years? Given the potential grid-lo...

Election Predictions ModState Podcast Episode 243

October 31, 2020 00:00 - 52 minutes - 84 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always reach us at [email protected]. John and Nate sit down to discuss their predictions for the 2020 presidential election along with their predictions for the legislature. John will be posting his electoral map prior to election night so head over to www.modstate.com to follow along.

Debate Number Three ModState Podcast Episode 242

October 23, 2020 14:04 - 49 minutes - 72.3 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. Thank you tuning in. Reach out to us at [email protected] On the first educational segment Nate discuss the FDA approval of a drug that can help fight Covid-19. This is a big step in the right direction to fight Covid. As always wear your mask, wash your hands and socially distance. This is not a hoax. In the bizarre segment the team could not pass up the opportunity to discuss former Mayor Rudy Giuliani's guest spot in the new Borat film...

Amy Coney Barrett ModState Podcast Episode 241

October 17, 2020 16:35 - 58 minutes - 76.3 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for tuning in. Please send your comments questions and concerns to [email protected] or leave comments where ever you listen to your podcasts. On this episode John and Nate dive into the the bizarre and educational. 1) Educational: The Nobel Prize in economics was awarded to two American men concerning auctions. In this case what makes a more efficient auction? 2) The Bizarre: Trump or Biden? Peruvian shamans predict ...

Covid in the White House ModState Podcast Episode 240

October 09, 2020 00:00 - 54 minutes - 73.1 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for tuning in! Leave your messages at [email protected] or wherever you can leave comments. On this episode John and Nate dive into three segments of bizarre news items. Normally an educational piece is added but the news has been particularly bizarre. 1) Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, had a plot to have her kidnapped and civil war enacted foiled by the feds. 2) The fly on Vice President Mike Pence head mad...

1st Debate Saga ModState Podcast Episode 239

October 02, 2020 23:09 - 59 minutes - 79.5 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for tuning in! John and Nate start the conversation by discussing their choices for Educational Segment and Bizarre Segment. Educational: There is a new technology being applied to keep the arctic ice caps from melting. GLASS! Tune in and learn more. Bizarre: Swearing Parrots at a local zoo. What did the zoo-keepers do? And for the body: John and Nate dive into the first debate with moderator Chris Wallace. How do you f...

Impending Chaos? ModState Podcast Episode 238

September 25, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 95.1 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for tuning in. Segment One: John and Nate remember Ruth Bader Ginsburg who recently passed away. The team reflects on her legacy. Segment Two: John and Nate dive into the educational segment. On this week the British Futbol league has moved from the BLM movement to different anti-racist message. Segment Three: On the Bizarre! In Siberia the melting permafrost has unveiled a completely preserved cave bear. John and Nate t...

Does Trump Deserve A Nobel Peace Prize? ModState Podcast Episode 237

September 18, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 93 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast! As always thank you for tuning in. On this episode John and Nate first dive into the inaugural "Educational Segment" and the "Bizarre Segment". For about 10 minutes the team discusses both the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates low followed by an analysis for the potential of life on Venus! The team then segues into a discussion of swing voters in the upcoming election followed by an intense discussion about the validity of Do...

Trump and the Woodward Revelations ModState Podcast Episode 236

September 12, 2020 04:24 - 52 minutes - 74.1 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. As always thank you for tuning in! Head over to Youtube and subscribe to the video versions of these podcasts. Youtube link to this episode at https://youtu.be/JjfAOow2_Vc Please subscribe! On this episode John and Nate discuss the revelations made known on the Woodward interviews that President Trump voluntarily participated in. Does this move the needle? Does it validate things about the President? At the end of the episode John and Nate d...

Trump's America ModState Podcast Episode 235

September 05, 2020 13:43 - 44 minutes - 62.4 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. On this episode John and Nate begin to take predictions preceding the first presidential debate. The first debate will be moderated by Chris Wallace of Fox News. Will Mr. Wallace be able to keep the two candidates on point? Is 2016 different from 2020? Will the president find himself more defensive as we have seen in his two most recent interviews? Next, John and Nate move to current political and cultural climate. Is the unrest in places lik...

Religion and 2020

August 29, 2020 14:37 - 47 minutes - 70.1 MB

Welcome back to the ModState Podcast. The continued hypocrisy of evangelical leaders has pushed Nate and Jack to finally have a discussion about a topic that they disagree on the most: Religion. In light of the Jerry Falwell, Jr. debacle at Liberty University, your hosts dive into religion and its role in society in 2020. Both men differ in their understanding of the origins of morality, and how religion plays a role in society. May this be the first of many discussions on faith...