Pushback with Dr. Jonny
230 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsWe are not helpless victims of our culture. In fact, as Christian families we have been given a mandate to set and shape the culture! Through his experience with his own family, his medical practice, and in family ministry, Dr. Jonny will give you the language to engage this world with honor and compassion that will bring about restoration to family, education, government, religion, and every aspect of society. If you are concerned about the direction our culture is headed, then maybe it’s time for you to Pushback!
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Leap of Faith
April 20, 2024 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBDr. Jonny explores how pseudoscience is destroying the foundation of our culture. Evolution is presented to our culture as fact, maybe even law. However, the evolutionary worldview doesn't stand up to the scientific requirements for a law, a fact, or even a theory! It is a religion, and it takes way more faith to believe in evolution than in creation! Evolutionary science is really bad science and it is killing our kids!
Culture's Last Stand
April 11, 2024 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBHistorians contend that Custer’s Last Stand happened because General Custer underestimated his enemy, he waited too long to call for help and he was arrogant. Dr. Jonny hopes history does not repeat itself as he lays out our current battlefield. We are in a culture war with our children as unnecessary casualties. Family is culture’s last stand against an unholy alliance that seeks to sacrifice our children on the altar of selfish pleasure and control.
Father Time
April 06, 2024 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIf parents are to be intentional and proactive, and family is the backbone of culture, then we need to get our house in order. Fatherlessness is the greatest hinderance to a healthy culture and the main reason family is being steamrolled. Dr. Jonny lays down the truth of our current family culture, and the sobering statistics about fatherlessness tells the story. However, we live in the time when “He will turn the hearts of the Father’s to their children…” and this will be the one of the gr...
Age Appropriate?
March 29, 2024 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBOur children’s pre-frontal cortex, which is the part of the brain that controls planning, attention, judgement and decision making, does not become fully developed until the age of 25. When our children are exposed to inappropriate content in relationships, at home, or on social media, their brains cannot process it, leading to confusion, anxiety, depression, guilt and even suicidal thoughts. Dr. Jonny calls for parents to be the first line of protection from those that are targeting our chi...
Don't Worry, Be Happy?
March 22, 2024 02:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBThe “World Happiness Report” was released this week, and the United States ranked at a record low. Predictably, this was the result of a dismally low score among the young people in the U.S. because our culture is in a crisis. Those that have created the crisis try to propose “fixes” for the crisis…only to further propagate the crisis! Dr. Jonny explains that we as parents can help our children navigate their emotions, which results in perseverance, character and hope!
The Family Circus
March 15, 2024 16:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBIn a continued attempt to redefine and dilute family, recent headlines show that even the word mother is under attack. Family is the backbone and platform the Father used to establish and reproduce His culture on the earth. Dr. Jonny continues his crusade to save our children by explaining that any attempt to redefine gender, parenting and family is selfish, an assault on healthy culture and a break from reality.
Altar to the Alter
March 07, 2024 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBAlcohol, drugs and more specifically, Fentanyl usage have risen to epidemic proportions and are literally killing our kids. Dr. Jonny shares his parental, ministerial and medical knowledge to inform parents of this immediate and absolute threat. He shares how the abuse of these drugs are not the disease, but rather they create an altered state that temporarily allows them to escape the real disease.
Lying in Weight
February 29, 2024 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBWith obesity statistics rising at alarming rate, Dr. Jonny continues his series on Killing our Kids by examining childhood obesity. With our children rarely meeting the daily recommended physical activity, the large consumption of junk food and empty calories and kids spending an average of 7 1/2 hours a day using entertainment media, obesity has become a health emergency. While avoiding shame, we as parents need to not normalize unhealthy choices, become proactive and pushback to save our c...
Time to Hang it Up!
February 24, 2024 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBStudies have proven that cell phone usage by teens is harmful, destructive and increases mental illness, yet 95% of teens have access to smart phones…most unfettered. Dr. Jonny continues his “killing our kids” series by exposing the absolute danger of cell phone usage and call parents to be courageous, powerful and counter-cultural by implementing tight boundaries on usage or hanging it up completely!
Language Vulgaris
February 15, 2024 07:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBWhat comes out of our mouths matter. Swearing, cursing or vulgarity is common in our culture, but not normal. Dr. Jonny continue his series on saving our children by explaining the importance of language. The way our children speak effects their status, respectability, influence and reveals their heart. The word vulgar means common, but we are raising our children to be uncommon, purposeful and exceptional!
Out of Date
February 09, 2024 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBDr. Jonny explores further how our culture is killing our kids, by addressing dating. Common culture emphasizes physical attraction and feelings, as well as the social status of being in a relationship. This trite and reckless culture leads to needless heartache, emotional pain, and bitterness. As parents, we can help relieve the cultural pressure by emphasizing maturity, patience, time, and identity.
Battle of the Sexes
February 02, 2024 16:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MBOur culture has removed all boundaries regarding sexual purity, both inside and outside the church. This compromise has had devastating effects on the physical, emotional and spiritual health of our children. The Father has placed loving but firm boundaries around sexual behavior because He loves us, and He has entrusted us as parents to keep those boundaries.
Heart in the Right Place
January 26, 2024 19:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBThe New Covenant in the Blood of Jesus, is internal and manifested by an internal sign (circumcision of the heart), based on intimacy, grace and love. Parenting is about protecting hearts and when needed, promoting heart change. Dr. Jonny describes basic boundaries and claims that only when our children’s hearts are in the right place, inside these boundaries set by loving parents, will they be healthy and thrive.
Critical Boundaries
January 18, 2024 17:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MBBoundaries are not placed around our children to constrict or control them, but rather to offer them a loving, safe and secure culture for them to operate in complete freedom! Dr. Jonny explains that obeying parents and living within boundaries are critical to the health and survival of our children. Not only that, but boundaries are desperately wanted by our children!
Mama Bear
January 11, 2024 14:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MBNobody gets in between a mama bear and her cubs! Becoming a generation of Mama and Papa Bears will have the greatest impact in transforming our culture. Dr. Jonny begins his We are Killing our Kids series by addressing the uniqueness, the potency, the urgency and the purpose of parenting.
We Are Killing Our Kids
January 05, 2024 17:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBDr. Jonny kicks off season 5 by releasing vision for the new year. There is maybe only one common denominator or one thing Americans value most, that is our children. Most everyone wants their children to thrive and have meaning in their lives. So, it should bring shock and concern to learn that we are, in fact, killing our kids… and Dr. Jonny feels like he can prove it! When a culture loses a generational mindset, there are predictable casualties. When we identify the influencers of a cultu...
Pushback: 4th Annual Game Show Edition
December 29, 2023 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBThe holiday season is time for celebration and fun! Family sets the culture and part of family culture is just having fun together and for the Claussens, that means playing games. Play along as Dr. Jonny invites his family to join him for some Christmas and New Years family fun.
A Lowly Manger State of Mind
December 21, 2023 17:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBJesus came to declare and re-present the Father to an orphaned world. He first representation of the Father’s culture was humility. He came lowly, poor, meek and wrapped not in kingly robes, but in swaddling clothes. He taught us that the only effective way to impact the world is to be clothed in humility. Without Him we can do nothing, but when we abide in Him, we can represent Jesus and His mandate to bring, “Peace on earth and good-will toward men!”
The Hopes and Fear of All the Years
December 14, 2023 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBThe famous Christmas carol O Little Town of Bethlehem is really about the historical collision course between mankind and the Doorway of heaven. Dr. Jonny explains that Jesus not only came as a baby two centuries ago to save us, but to be known by us today. He is what everyone is looking for, He is the answer to every question and He satisfies all the longings of our hearts!
Insanity
December 08, 2023 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBThe definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. Dr. Jonny gives examples straight out of the headlines that highlight the importance of targeting real change in the culture. We can’t just hope things will be different, we need to be informed, know the data, learn the language and become experts in order to set the culture in the right direction!
The Human's Race
November 30, 2023 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBHuman’s have believed a lie from the Garden of Eden, and have been racing for superiority ever since. The misapplication of this lie has led to travesty, destruction and injustice. The “Human’s Race” today further divides us and further misapplies the lie by trying to handicap the runners. However the problem isn’t the misapplication of the lie; the problem is the lie!
Great Expectations?
November 23, 2023 07:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBDr. Jonny announces and celebrates the birth of his new grandson. While staring in the face of a newborn, we are confronted with the difference between expectation and expectancy. Expectations are imposed and encloses us (and God) in a box. Whereas expectancy is an open box and says, “Lord, I don’t know how or what you will do, but I know You will do something, and I know it will be good!”
Coach Speak
November 16, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBDr. Jonny shares a remarkable story from the Minnesota Vikings current season where a newly acquired quarterback was unexpectedly thrown into the game without knowing the playbook or even the names of his teammates! Against all odds, with the words of the head coach in his headset, he was able to navigate the team to victory. The Father doesn’t always give us the full playbook of life, but, if we trust Him and listen to His voice, He will always direct our path.
Anti-anxiety Recipe
November 10, 2023 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBAnxiety is the result of living outside of boundaries, and we have all experienced it. The entry point is our soul (mind, will, emotions and feelings) and the only solution the world has is to try to control our soul. However, as Dr. Jonny explains, true peace can only come from engaging our Spirit and scripture gives us the recipe that changes everything!
The Purple Hand
November 02, 2023 06:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MBIn a culture where marriage and family is being redefined and diluted, we need to go back to the beginning and discover what the Father intended. Dr. Jonny describes the miracle of oneness, inseparability and the uniqueness created in marriage. Any attempt from culture to maintain independence or to have separate goals, dreams or aspirations defies what Jesus said when he asserted, “so then, they are no longer two, but one flesh.”
Cluster B
October 26, 2023 18:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIt is very sobering when our society views pathology as normalcy. Dr. Jonny reviews an article explaining how Cluster B pathological personality traits have begun to shape the patterns and structures of our culture and how those traits are elevated into positions of power and celebrated by our institutions. A desperate society will grasp onto anything that offers identity, but we know that true identity can only be found in a loving Father and in His ways.
The Rise of Pseudoscience
October 19, 2023 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBTrue science is built on the backbone of the scientific method which is characterized by systematic observation, measurement and experimentation. Pseudoscience does not comply with the scientific method and yet presents its findings as scientific knowledge. Dr. Jonny explains in detail why this is so dangerous to our families, society and culture. We all need to be scientifically discerning and hold the scientific community accountable.
Awake O Israel
October 13, 2023 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBIsrael has declared war this week after being savagely attacked by the Islamic militant group Hamas. Dr. Jonny breaks down the conflict and the key historical facts that has led to this war. He also reveals the unique Christian challenge when we live in and operate in the kingdom of this world and yet are ambassadors (representatives) of the Kingdom of Heaven.
Scrutinizers, Skeptics and Cynics
October 05, 2023 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBScrutiny describes examination, searching or closely watching. Skepticism, on the other hand, is rooted in doubt, mistrust and suspicion and, like Thomas, implies an unwillingness to believe without conclusive evidence. A cynic believes people always act selfishly so they should be outright rejected. Dr. Jonny explains that as Christians we have to delicately balance absolute belief, even in things we can’t see or understand, with the relentless pursuit of truth.
The Sky is Falling
September 28, 2023 06:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBDr. Jonny responds to a listener’s insightful and respectful comments regarding climate change. We as Christians need to be on the forefront of stewardship when it comes to our planet and environment. We also need to steward truth to the best of our ability, and be able to discern bias, motives, costs and where the burden of proof lies.
Dream On!
September 21, 2023 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBWe spend 1/3 of our lives sleeping. It makes sense that the Heavenly Father would take advantage of that time and speak to us in dreams. Dreams are like a parable, a metaphorical story about you and your life, and it is fun and rewarding to discover what He saying. Dr. Jonny gives some instruction and practical advice about approaching and interpreting dreams.
Rough Climate
September 14, 2023 17:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBMore than 1600 scientists, including two Nobel laureates, have signed a declaration saying, “There is no climate emergency.” Dr. Jonny explains that scientists, especially climate scientists, have become compromised. They are driven by competition, notoriety, grant funding, and political pressure rather that pursuing objective truth. We can no longer blindly accept what scientists say, but need to critically appraise what is released or re-released in search of what really is true.
Yada, Yada, Yada
September 07, 2023 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBMany use the expression, “Yada, Yada” to describe boring or empty talk. However, the Hebrew word Yada is the exact opposite. It means to know or acknowledge and is a word of deep meaning and intimacy. Dr. Jonny explains that Yada was central to the Father’s culture from the beginning. When we lean not on our own understanding, but in all our ways (culture) acknowledge (Yada) Him, He will make straight our paths.
The Bigot Spigot
August 31, 2023 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBPeople use angry and inflammatory language in an attempt to silence and disempower those in opposition. When something isn’t rational, reasonable or true, it is OK to voice your concern without being bigoted, intolerant or phobic. Dr. Jonny explains that disagreement doesn’t mean hate and we need to be careful to not slowly slip into the narrative of an immoral mindset.
Crossing the Rubicon
August 25, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBThe Rubicon River has become an idiom for a point of no return. The Lord arms us with His love and identity, but then positions us on the bank of the river to make a decision. He not only saves us, but calls us to the front lines to take territory and save souls for His kingdom. The front lines are not comfortable or easy, but following His voice, even unto death, is the safest place to live!
Dancing at the Door
August 18, 2023 22:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBJesus not only came on a salvation mission but a restoration mission. The Bible claims He was the Door and the Way, but to what? He was the way to the Father and to the adventure of His glorious kingdom. However, the Church has been dancing at the Door but not going through, and we are losing focus on the opportunity of our lifetime to impact the world as Sons and Daughters!
Life Support
August 10, 2023 06:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBA recent study revealed a sad, yet encouraging statistic. A staggering sixty percent of women that had abortions would have carried their child to term if they had greater emotional or financial support, or both! Dr. Jonny frames this finding as an incredible opportunity to save lives by filling the “bucket” of resources with time, money, encouragement, and to consider opening our homes by fostering or adopting a child.
Trumped Up Charges
August 04, 2023 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBAfter former president Donald Trump’s latest federal indictment this week, Dr. Jonny discusses the key cultural pieces at stake. There are layers of concern in regard to this case such as a sitting president using his own Justice Department to indict a former president, his main rival and the clear-cut leader for the GOP nomination. However, the by far greater concern at stake, in this case, is the disregard for our protected 1st amendment rights and free speech!
The Emotion of Motion
July 27, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBDr. Jonny continues his series on health and weight loss to discuss the benefits of motion and exercise. Our bodies were designed to require regular weight-bearing activity and countless studies have shown the critical importance of motion. An organized, intentional and gradual exercise plan will allow you to become “fit” for the calling on your life!
The White Powder
July 21, 2023 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBWhen we consume sugar and refined flour our brain releases dopamine which creates a pleasurable feeling and desire for more. It is the same addictive response when given cocaine. Dr Jonny explains that these highly addictive food choices creates an energy mismatch and the excess energy is stored as fat. He gives strategy to identify healthy choices and to establish a culture of fuel control, hunger control, and waist control.
Crisis Dieting
July 14, 2023 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBDr. Jonny continues his series on health and weight loss by discussing emotional eating and the futility of crisis dieting. He emphasizes the importance of pursuing health for what you can gain, not for what you need to lose. In addition to advocating for emotional and spiritual healing, he recommends setting personal priorities and a family culture that creates a structure for a healthy lifestyle to be built.
The Weight is Over
July 06, 2023 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBDr. Jonny shares his personal testimony regarding health and weight loss. He helps you identify and overcome emotional over-eating and provides some basic health strategies that aligns with how our bodies were created. He discusses how current culture works against a healthy lifestyle and how we need to pushback!
Worth the Weight
June 29, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBDr. Jonny begins a series discussing his personal journey toward health and weight loss. He describe our current culture and the disconnect between the world we were created to live in and the land of access and excess we find ourselves in. Being overweight or obese is epidemic in our society and is slowly being considered the new normal.
Stand Before Kings
June 22, 2023 21:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBWe are called to stand before kings, not before unknown men. Dr. Jonny describes being set apart for His kingdom, so that we can bring the greatest impact to our culture. Those with skill, identity, experience, understanding of the world, and knowledge of culture will be invited into the realms of greatest influence!
Dad Jokes: Cringey, Corny and Constructive
June 15, 2023 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBDr. Jonny honors Father’s Day by exploring Dad Jokes. While giving many examples, he reviews a recent study that shows how Dad jokes are beneficial to a child’s psychological and emotional development.
Transgender Malpractice
June 09, 2023 01:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBParental discretion is advised. The medical profession should be held accountable for the unproven, harmful and often irreversible medical and surgical interventions called “gender-affirming care.” Dr. Jonny exposes the reality of the procedures and explores the deeper cultural implications driving this irresponsible and negligent practice.
You Only Die Twice
June 01, 2023 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MBWe as believers do not sorrow or grieve as those who have no hope. Dr. Jonny shares his heart following the memorial service for his granddaughter. We all have a first death, a resurrection and a second death. The first death and resurrection can be taken care of in our lifetime by accepting the fullness of Jesus Christ, then the second death (our natural death) is of no effect!
I Love Lucy
May 26, 2023 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.51 MBDr, Jonny briefly shares his heart after the passing of his precious grand-daughter Lucille Rose. Comfort is found in the truth and the reality in which we live as Christians. We all have died and have been crucified and resurrected with Christ. Death no longer has any sting. Our current reality is that we are already living eternal life and our Spirit is seated in heavenly places (same as Lucy) in Christ Jesus!
Here Comes the Sun
May 18, 2023 06:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBDr. Jonny puts on his medical hat and discusses the dangers of the upcoming summer season and the simple precautionary measures we can implement to avoid too much sun exposure. Especially in northern climates, the long anticipated warm weather results in too many jumping recklessly into the long awaited sun-filled days. This risky behavior is actually increasing in our culture and greater awareness is needed.
Wanted: Dead or Alive
May 11, 2023 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBParental discretion advised. Dr. Jonny describes the medical miracle that took place this week when doctors performed groundbreaking surgery on a baby still the womb. The only difference between a miracle and murder is whether or not the baby was wanted. In this country we allow a child to be destroyed solely by the selfish determination of a mother that the child is unwanted. History has proven that if enough people in power determine that another group of people are unwanted, then anythin...