Pushback with Dr. Jonny
242 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 20 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 18 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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Closer To The Dream
August 17, 2022 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBRacial tension continues at a high level in our country, and the woke agenda is actually creating more division than unity. As a nation, we need to have a target and a mission statement so we know where we are headed and what is our goal. In 1963 Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his “I Have A Dream” speech in Washington DC and gave us a target. Dr. Jonny explains that his mission statement can be used as a guide to examine whether our actions bring us closer to or further away from the dream!
Facts About The Vax- Monkey Business
August 10, 2022 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MBDr. Jonny does not want your family to live in fear, but rather to live informed. Because of this, he reviews the current Monkey Pox outbreak and gives practical information regarding symptoms, transmission, prevention and vaccination. He follows this up with a Covid-19 update regarding vaccination, boosters and current treatment. Finally, He shares information about a potentially new vaccine for Lyme disease that could be game changer for endemic areas.
Fact about the Vax- Monkey Business
August 10, 2022 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MBDr. Jonny does not want your family to live in fear, but rather to live informed. Because of this, he reviews the current Monkey Pox outbreak and gives practical information regarding symptoms, transmission, prevention and vaccination. He follows this up with a Covid-19 update regarding vaccination, boosters and current treatment. Finally, He shares information about a potentially new vaccine for Lyme disease that could be game changer for endemic areas.
Encountering The Ark
August 03, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBDr. Jonny presents his podcast on location from the Ark Encounter in Northern Kentucky. Along with his family, they describes the importance of understanding the literal interpretation of the first eleven chapters of Genesis. Science backs up this interpretation, and it requires much more faith to believe in evolution! It is critical for us and the next generation to have an uncompromising view of God’s word.
Immunity, Immutability and Impunity
July 27, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBDr, Jonny explores three topics from current headlines to bring perspective, common sense and cultural truth to our world today. In light of President Biden testing positive for Covid, he discusses the current information and studies regarding the effectiveness of the Covid vaccines. In response to the White House threatening to declare a “climate emergency,” he sifts through the real facts to see if there really is an emergency. Lastly, Pro-choice advocates cannot conceal their depravity as...
Becoming The G.O.A.T.
July 20, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBOur culture loves to rank us and debate who is the “greatest of all time” for every different cultural category. We don’t have to imagine what it would be like to achieve all this world has to offer, we can look at the G.O.A.T.s of history and discover the emptiness and pain that fame and fortune offered them. All this world has to offer will never be enough. Dr. Jonny promotes influence and exposure in our culture, but offers guidelines and safeguards so that we don’t go down the path of em...
One Means One
July 13, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBJesus came to restore the Father’s plan for family and marriage. He didn’t come to implement Plan B; He came to restore Plan A! Because of this, Dr. Jonny explores Genesis chapter 2 to discover what the Father intended at the beginning. The intended culture for marriage was oneness, but somehow the cultures of the world and even of the church have allowed room for couples to stay separate and independent. Heaven’s culture is clear that we are no longer two…but one!
Sacred Spaces
July 06, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBTechnology is neither good or bad. How we use it, determines what impact it has on our lives. Dr. Jonny explores the current research on cell phone and video game usage and how it impacts us socially, emotionally and conversationally. We cannot let ourselves or our children use personal technology unfettered or without boundaries. We need to create “sacred spaces” that are device-free, set aside for conversation, where we can listen and be heard.
Life Wins!
June 29, 2022 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBOn June 24th, 2022 the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe vs Wade! Dr. Jonny celebrates this landmark decision while exhorting his listeners that this is the starting line not the finish line. The forces of darkness that have surrounded this issue for the last 50 years are now raging and we should expect irrational opposition and retaliation. However, as this dark veil is lifted, the light of the goodness of God will be revealed, and the culture of our nation will be drawn to it!
Out Of Touch
June 22, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBThe rise of cellphones, video games and even the Covid pandemic have created a culture of social distancing. As human beings we are hard-wired to need one another and be in close physical contact. From premature babies, to raising children, to spouses and even to the body of Christ we were created to need human touch. Dr. Jonny calls for virtual reality to not become our new reality!
Shame Not On You
June 15, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBSometimes the most critical person we know is ourselves. Since the beginning of time, the enemy has wanted us to live in shame and self-condemnation. This keeps us ineffective and deceived, and we can be led further into this deception by believing that self-condemnation is just another word for humility. Dr. Jonny wants to break the cycle of shame and silence the voice of the enemy. We can only believe about ourselves what the Father believes about us!
Sibling Rivalry- Value The Birthright
June 08, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBDr. Jonny finishes his three part series on sibling rivalry by exploring the story of Jacob and Esau. By valuing the birthright Jacob actually positioned himself for advancement and inheritance that was afforded to him through his family line. The Lord saw a value for family as the foundation to build a nation upon. Also, through the transformational power of forgiveness, this estranged sibling relationship was restored. Instead of a sword, Esau confronted Jacob with a kiss.
The Monster Behind The Mask
June 01, 2022 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBAnother school shooting this week in Uvalde, Texas has left us saddened, disheartened and frustrated. To further the frustration, politicians have predictably used this tragedy to score political points and advocate gun control, while not addressing the real monster behind the mask. Dr. Jonny passionately exposes the culture of death propagated in classrooms, media, Hollywood, and even in Washington, that leads to hate and violence in the fatherless, orphaned heart.
Sibling Rivalry- Prodigal Orphans
May 25, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBThe answer to any broken relationship, including siblings, is a Father. Jesus came to declare a Father to an orphaned world. Dr. Jonny continues his series on sibling rivalry, by explaining that in the “prodigal son” story both siblings were displaying an orphaned spirit by not valuing or celebrating each other or their position in the family. This parable is really more about the Father and how He restores us to our rightful position as sons and daughters. Through that identity and wholene...
Sibling Rivalry- Brother's Keeper?
May 18, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBSibling relationships are not often talked about, not valued and have become a punchline in secular sit-coms. This is common culture, but not normal culture. There is no one the earth that is the more similar to you both genetically and how your were raised. This relationship was divinely ordained to offer you an advocate to help you and guide you thru life. Dr.Jonny begins a series on siblings by reviewing Cain and Abel, the world’s first siblings, and investigating the age-old question, “A...
Spring A Leak
May 11, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBA leaked draft opinion from Judge Samuel Alito commented that the Roe v Wade judgement was “egregiously wrong.” This document hopefully if a foretelling of the eventual decision of the Supreme Court effectively ending the constitutional right to an abortion. The abortion laws would then return to the state legislatures and would immediately trigger bans on abortion in about half the states. Dr. Jonny explains that this is time of celebration but not complacency! As this dominates the natio...
There Is No Plan B!
May 04, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBEven secular sociologists agree that as family goes, so goes the culture. However, some in our culture are actually trying to make the case that parents protecting their children is weaponized extremism. Dr. Jonny passionately explains that family was meant to be powerful and critical to the Father’s original plan as we reproduce His culture over the face of the earth…and there is no plan B! We have been weaponized to fill the earth and subdue it. We should never hide from or apologize for ...
Mouse Trap
April 27, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThis last month the Walt Disney Corporation has been the perfect example of bending a knee to woke activists, and as a result has found itself in a losing battle. While catering to a noisy agenda, they have abandoned their customers, their stockholders and even their common sense. The “Parental Rights in Education” bill, which is in the center of the controversy, has been passed in Florida, and it was not accomplished by politicians, but by parents! Dr. Jonny applauds parents for pushing bac...
Truth-phobic
April 20, 2022 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBAs our woke culture crosses over into the absurd and ridiculous, many quietly go along with it because of the fear of be ostracized, cancelled, censored or smeared. The definition of phobia is an irrational fear of something, so when the LGBTQ community implements intimidation and requires passive submission to their irrational pronouns, they are actually being homophobic! Dr. Jonny encourages honoring pushback towards the woke mob, so that our culture and our children can live on a platform...
American Idol
April 13, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBPlacing our children on a pedestal and idolizing their performance is not a healthy culture for them physically or mentally. The culture of sports illustrates this destructive behavior better than anything else. Setting them on a worldly pedestal is setting them up for a fall. Dr. Jonny explains that parents have to navigate the tricky waters of being proud of our kids but not attaching pride to our kids while helping them find their true identity.
The Art Of Extremism
April 06, 2022 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBOur Western mindsets tend to rank and categorize people and thus we look at ourselves “graded on a curve.” People can often support harmful and extreme positions so as to make themselves feel better, because they aren’t that bad, relatively speaking. Dr. Jonny wants to expose this sinister cultural plan and not allow extremists to move the needle of morality in our nation. God is Holy, and His ways are right, and concerning His ways we don’t negotiate, bargain or compromise. Our lives are ...
Facts About The Vax- Long Haulers
March 30, 2022 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBCovid-19 cases, deaths and hospitalizations are all declining and Dr. Jonny is feeling optimistic, however, the effects of the coronavirus infection can sometimes be long lasting and linger. “Long Haulers” is a term the medical community is using to describe various post-Covid syndromes. Dr. Jonny describes some post-Covid complications and, once again, advocates vaccination. Vaccination reduces the likelihood and severity of long hauler symptoms even if not previously vaccinated!
Cinderella Story
March 24, 2022 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBCinderella is one of the greatest and well known rags-to-riches story ever written. Contained in the story is a powerful gospel message. A story of a loving king and a kind prince that transforms a girl from being enslaved and rejected into a glorious princess! Our worth and identity is only found in the Father and the restored relationship offered through His Son. Dr. Jonny explains that during times of crisis, the world needs the Bride to realize her identity, to be pure, powerful and bea...
Drill Baby Drill!
March 16, 2022 15:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBIn light of the current world conflict and surging gas prices, every politician is calling for US energy independence, but there is a marked difference in their worldview to accomplish this and to pay for it. It is suggested that the current oil crisis should “motivate us” to pursue more green energy. Dr. Jonny explains that green energy is not affordable, accessible or practical, and pursing it will bankrupt our country and become a danger to our national security. The obvious answer is to ...
Blood Money
March 09, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBAlmost every conflict in human history can be boiled down to one critical factor: money. The unprovoked Russian invasion of Ukraine is no different. The hesitation by the Biden Administration to place an embargo on Russia’s exported oil, highlights the priority of economic stability and prosperity over human suffering and misery! Dr. Jonny explores the financial, cultural, strategic and moral implications of the proposed embargo and how we as Christians need to be on the front lines of human...
From Russia With Love
March 02, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBBelieve it or not, Russia actually gave the United States a gift this week. “Putin’s War” showed us what it looks like when a central government and its leader becomes too powerful and controlling. President Vladimir Putin rose to power in a culture that enabled his Machiavellian worldview. A worldview that is cynical, disregards morality, and deceives to get what it wants. Our constitution and system of checks and balances are to protect morality and principles. Those become in jeopardy wh...
Cooling Global Warming
February 23, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBObservational science works in the present. Historical science deals with he past.How you interpret observational science, which shows that climate change is real, is based on what you believe about historical science. Dr. Jonny believes that God’s Word teaches a young earth that was radically altered by a recent global flood and with this we should expect natural variations in climate and temperature. As stewards of the earth we are to tend and keep what has been given to us, but we should ...
Dollars And Sense
February 16, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBDr. Jonny explains that our out-of-control national debt is a by-product of a bloated government, excessive spending and extreme politics. However, equally responsible, is an involuted, selfish, suspicious and isolated church! The church was created to be regional and to care for the sick, poor, widow and orphan. What the church has set down, the government has picked up. It is time for the church to become regionally relevant and take back what belongs to them!
You, Me And CRT- Part 3
February 09, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBDr. Jonny continues his discussion on the Critical Race Theory. He contrasts the terms equality and equity, and why this understanding illuminates the danger of CRT, especially in our schools. He proposes a target for health and healing in our culture, and then we can determine if what we are doing or proposing is getting us further or closer to the target.
You, Me And CRT- Part 2
February 02, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBDr. Jonny continues his discussion on the Critical Race Theory and why it is important for us to continue discussing race and racism in America. He defends those who feel unheard and sense a real lack of progress in our country, but also explains why and how CRT can be dangerous and counter-productive when presented by those with unpure motives and in the wrong setting. Parents have the right to pushback, but should also be informed and compassionate toward their fellow Americans.
You, Me And CRT
January 26, 2022 16:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBThe Critical Race Theory has been very prominent in the news lately, and has become a unifying force for conservatives in their opposition. Dr. Jonny helps to define the movement because he believes that most don’t understand the motives and perspectives of the theory and have dismissed it without understanding. While some of the outcomes or conclusions of this theory are misguided, it is essential that we don’t ignore our history, so that we can learn, grow and heal.
Carry On With Omicron
January 19, 2022 18:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBDr. Jonny shares his experience this week with testing positive for Covid. He discusses the current symptoms and outcomes of the Omicron variant as well as the current quarantine recommendations. Despite being exposed to every hardship and temptation known by man, Jesus could never be separated from who He was. He was the embodiment of love and compassion. Because of who we are, despite our current fatigue and frustration, we all sit in the same privileged position, to be moved by compassion...
Facts About The Vax- Fire Retardant
January 12, 2022 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBWe are almost 2 years into the Covid-19 Pandemic, and we are still facing surges, shut downs and new variants. Dr Jonny shares an analogy that helps describe our current situation. He breaks down the current Omicron variant, gives a further case for vaccination, and answers His listener’s questions.
Rise Up And Pushback!
January 05, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBDr. Jonny shares his excitement, gratitude and resolve as he embarks on Season 3 of Pushback. He shares the core beliefs and goals for this podcast while reviewing the major topics that drove and defined Seasons 1 and 2. We cannot become whiny, depressed or complacent about our culture. We have the answer! As ambassadors of heaven, we set and shape the culture!
The Future Ain't What It Used To Be
December 29, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBOur Faith has very little to do with doctrine, religion or behavior, and everything to do with belief. We want to see first, but He requires belief first. When Jesus says, “Everything is possible for one who believes,” He opens a huge door for reformation and transformation across cultures, communities, homes and lives. Dr. Jonny challenges what we believe about our culture and our future as we look towards 2022!
Pushback: 2nd Annual Game Show Edition
December 22, 2021 07:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBDr. Jonny has covered some very important, and at times, heavy topics this past year as we look to pushback and set the culture. However, this is Christmas week, so it is time to have a little fun! Family sets the culture and part of family culture is just having fun together and for the Claussens, that means games. Play along as Dr. Jonny invites his family to join him for some Christmas family fun.
Sexual Revolution- Preemptive Strike
December 15, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBParental discretion advised. Our culture’s experiment with unrestrained sexuality isn’t working. In fact, it causing great harm and damage especially to the younger generation. Dr. Jonny isn’t calling for a minor change, but for a complete revolution in our culture! He gives real strategy for revolution starting with our own hearts. This is then fostered in our families, carried to our churches, and then boldly into the public square.
Sexual Revolution- Adult Content?
December 08, 2021 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBParental discretion is advised. Our culture has not only eliminated boundaries around our sexual behavior but has also eliminated common sense and basic human behavior. We as a society have created moral and legal constraints when it comes to the “age of consent” as protections for our children’s innocence, but then as parents, look the other way when our children engage in sexually immoral and high risk behavior. When they are older, they engage in “adult” behavior, which should mean matu...
Sexual Revolution- Making Cookies?
December 01, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBParental discretion is advised. Love is a person not a feeling. Jesus is the unending reservoir of love that fills our spirit, which in turn floods our soul and then satisfies our bodies. The world’s culture reverses this by promoting “making love” with our bodies first, with the desperate hope that they might feel satisfied in their soul. The result of this futile experiment is more pain, baggage and unhealthy soul ties. Dr. Jonny calls for a sexual revolution by engaging our spirits with...
Sexual Revolution- Talk About The Cookies
November 24, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBParental discretion is advised. Because of the world’s perversion of sex, we as Christians have looked at sex as perverted. Within the boundary the Lord created, sex is neither shameful nor perverted. Dr. Jonny exhorts parents to be frank, proactive and the first to inform their children about the beauty and purpose of sex. Too often our discomfort of the topic has allowed “locker room banter” to train our children in sexuality, but a sexual revolution can turn the tide and bring health and...
Sexual Revolution- Don't Eat The Cookies
November 17, 2021 21:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBParental discretion is advised. Our current culture is telling our children that pre-marital sex and sexual immorality is not only common but normal. The Bible sets a clear boundary around sexual behavior not to frustrate us but to protect us. Dr. Jonny explains that when we eat something outside a boundary it makes us sick. We need to stand up and call for a sexual revolution that not only transforms culture but saves the next generation from pain, sickness and even death.
Facts About The Vax- Religious Exemption?
November 10, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBWe need to always balance the value for liberty with the value for safety. We have many everyday examples of sacrificing liberty for safety, but we need to be careful to not slide down the slippery slope of lost freedoms. However, as ambassadors of heaven we represent a different government. Dr. Jonny explains that this government is all about sacrifice and loving our neighbor as ourselves. Taking the Covid-19 vaccine isn’t just about ourselves, it is also about our neighbors and the most v...
Fact About The Vax- Tried And True
November 03, 2021 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBDr. Jonny uses his front-line experiences and his ability to analyze data to tackle questions from pastors on topics such as government mandates, risks and benefits, efficacy and the safety profile of the Covid-19 vaccines. He makes the case that as other vaccines in the past seem to be “tried and true,” history will show the same for this vaccine.
What I Learned This Week
October 27, 2021 06:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBDr. Jonny shares his personal journey this week from his adventures in the ER to helping his parents move out from their house. While there are many painful stories from dysfunctional families, these stories show the power of family functioning with health and caring for each other. This should be normal culture as kingdom families demonstrate the love and compassion of heaven here on earth.
Forgive And Forget
October 20, 2021 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBForgiveness is one of the most powerful and necessary act as a Christian, but is it possible that we have gone about it all wrong? Dr. Jonny explains that we have confused forgiving a debt with settling a debt. We wait until our offender is sorry and our debt is settled. However, Jesus was clear that forgiving a debt is independent from another’s repentance and directly connected to the forgiveness we receive from the Father.
An Ounce Of Prevention
October 13, 2021 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBEveryone would agree that prevention is better than a cure, so everyone wins in the healthcare setting when we become more prevention focused. Dr. Jonny reviews the current high grade recommendations from the United States Preventive Services Taskforce so that we can live better and live longer! We don’t make decisions from fear, but of a sound mind. We should be proactive and informed so that we can effectively take care of ourselves and our families.
The Danger Of Free Coffee
October 06, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBAs the government is attempting to grow larger and to mandate its way into everyone’s life, we are seeing the dangerous and ineffective outcomes of socialism. Despite all the recent examples of government over-reach, still the biggest and most destructive example is in the realm of healthcare. Dr. Jonny breaks down the all the players involved in delivering healthcare, and by using a compelling analogy, explains why capitalism beats socialism every time! We are at a very dangerous time in ...
Iron Sharpens Iron
September 29, 2021 06:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MBOur culture has been practicing social distancing long before the pandemic. Social media has allowed us to communicate from a distance with no accountability and many have adopted a “don’t tell me what to do” culture. This is counter-cultural to the Kingdom and the way the Father has hard-wired us. His perfect design requires us to need each other. As a result, self-awareness can be very difficult and we don’t easily recognize our own blind spots. Dr. Jonny looks to change the culture by ha...
Hope In Mudville
September 22, 2021 06:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBThe current abortion law is very muddy and the precedents that have sustained it will now be under scrutiny by the Supreme Court of the United States starting in October 2021. They will hear arguments in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which has the potential to be one of the most significant abortion rulings of this generation. Dr. Jonny breaks down the issues of the case and the potential outcomes. He wants to help us recover the language of public argument and persuasion. W...
Un-Civil War
September 15, 2021 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBCrisis can create a culture of division. In the midst of a crisis, we as a country need to find common ground in a common enemy. The current enemy is Covid-19, not each other, and our focus need to be getting through this crisis as brothers, sisters and Americans. We should be loud and passionate about what we believe, but if we are not speaking in love, then we are just being loud and obnoxious! Dr. Jonny also explains that “crisis mode” can sometimes feel hopeless and ineffective, but in ...