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Focus Today with Perry Atkinson
Focus Today is an interview program, featuring guests on a variety of topics ranging from politics and finance to health and spiritual life.
Episodes
- Focus Today with Perry Atkinson
Zach Mettler - Why voting matters for Christians
Zach Mettler, issues analyst and writer for The Daily Citizen at Focus on the Family, discusses why voting matters for Christians, how elections affect our…
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Brian Gaffney - School of hard knucks
Brian Gaffney, vice president of documentary programming at Fox News Media and author of School of Hard Knucks, shares how a ten-year adventure with his sons…
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Father Peter Runyon - Trusting God in the suffering
Father Peter Runyon, Rector of Archangel Gabriel Orthodox Church, talks about trusting God in the suffering, and his parish’s ongoing effort to build a…
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Dr. George Barna - Examines how culture influences the beliefs of American Christians
Dr. George Barna, Director of Research of the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University and author of “How to Think Like Jesus,” examines how…
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Pastor Marc Little - The devil's old deception
Pastor Marc Little, host of the Marc Little Show, discusses the devil’s oldest deception and how it connects to socialism, the church, economic priorities, and…
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Dennis Kneale - Oregon's potential for economic and political renewal
Dennis Kneale, media strategist and author of the new book “The Oregoners,” discusses Oregon's potential for economic and political renewal, the changes needed…
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Colleen Roberts - The challenges facing Southern Oregon
Colleen Roberts, Jackson County commissioner, discusses her reelection campaign, the challenges facing Southern Oregon, and her priorities for the county…
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Ron Susek - The future of Assyrian Christians
Ron Susek, founder of the Susek Evangelistic Association, discusses the recent Assyrian Parliament Conference in Sweden, the future of Assyrian Christians, and…
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Dr. Andrew Fox - Exploring the deeper cultural and social tensions fueling public frustration
Dr. Andrew Fox, organizational culture expert and author of a new book “Truth in the Age of Applause,” examines the protests in France and across Europe…
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John Mittendorf - The biblical perspective on ancient technology
Researcher John Mittendorf discusses the biblical perspective on ancient technology, the remarkable achievements of ancient Egypt, and the mysteries of lost…
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Cliff Bentz - What can be done to make life more affordable
Oregon Congressman Cliff Bentz discusses the upcoming elections, Oregon's rising energy costs, and what can be done to make life more affordable.
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Sue Liebel - The role of abortion in the upcoming midterm elections
Sue Liebel, Director of State Affairs for Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, discusses the role of abortion in the upcoming midterm elections, voter attitudes…
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Kevin Hearne - The importance of faith in challenging times
Kevin Hearne, Lead Pastor at Central Point Bible Church, talks about CBC's upcoming 80th anniversary, its ministry in South Asia, and the importance of faith…
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Pastor Joel Malm - The influence of political movements on young people
Pastor Joël Malm, author of “The Circle Perspective,” discusses the influence of political movements on young people, the importance of godly guidance, and how…
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Dr. Douglas Frank - Election integrity and concerns surrounding voter roll accuracy
Dr. Douglas Frank, Election Systems Expert, discusses election integrity, concerns surrounding voter roll accuracy, and steps he believes could improve…
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Bill Gallagher - Why you shouldn't worry about the Midterms
Bill Gallagher, counselor and founder of Teamworks, discusses why people of faith shouldn’t worry about the midterms. http://www.teamworks-works.com
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Greg Spires - The dangers of sports betting
Greg Spires, Teaching Pastor at First Baptist Church of Medford, discusses the growing popularity of sports betting among young men, its spiritual dangers, and…
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Brad Hicks - Candidate for Oregon State Senate District 3
Brad Hicks, Republican candidate for Oregon State Senate District 3, talks about his campaign, the challenges facing Southern Oregon, and his priorities for…
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Robert J. Morgan - Finding spiritual strength during life's most difficult seasons
Robert J. Morgan, Associate Pastor of World Outreach Church in Murfreesboro, TN and author of “The Strength You Need,” talks about finding spiritual strength…
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Guy Paul Nohra - Preventing history from repeating itself
Guy (GHEE) Paul Nohra, venture capitalist and author Not on Our Watch, discusses his experience as a teenage fighter in Lebanon’s civil war, the parallels he…
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Dr. Gene Getz - Seeking God after making mistakes
[SK-1] Dr. Gene Getz, editor of the Life Essentials Study Bible, discusses how to move forward after making mistakes and seek God's will even when those…
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Ken LaCorte - The Relationship between Trump Admininstration and Media
Ken LaCorte, former executive at Fox News and host of Elephants in Rooms podcast, discusses President Trump’s growing tensions with Fox News, changes in the…
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Bradlee Dean - Why Christians are reluctant to stand up for their beliefs
Bradlee Dean, author of a new book “Children of the Apostate,” discusses why so many Christians are reluctant to stand up for their beliefs and what it means…
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Alex Newman - Nearly five years after pipe bombs were discovered near the Capitol, authorities finally arrested a suspect
Alex Newman, senior editor at The New American and author of “Indoctrinating Our Children to Death,” discusses that nearly five years after pipe bombs were…
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Dinesh D'Souza - Archaeological discoveries that shed light on biblical history
Dinesh D’Souza, author of the new book The Stones Cry Out, discusses archaeological discoveries that shed light on biblical history and what they may reveal…
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Scott McKay - Cuba's communist government collapse
Scott McKay, contributing editor at The American Spectator and author of “The Necessary Men,” discusses what could happen if Cuba's communist government…
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Rabbie Kirt Schneider - Rising antisemitism
Messianic Rabbi Kirt Schneider discusses rising antisemitism, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s plan to combat it, and his Jews.com billboard campaign…
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Christine Drazan - Priorities for Oregon
Christine Drazan, Oregon State Senator, discusses her debate with Governor Tina Kotek in Medford and her priorities for the state if elected…
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Todd Friel - Why pastors fall into serious sin
Todd Friel, executive director of Fortis Institute and author of a new book Go Serve Your King, discusses why pastors fall into serious sin, how churches…
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Robin Fuller - How ministry leaders can prepare for succession
Robin Fuller, founder of Bloom Coaching and author of a new book “Finishing Well,” discusses how ministry leaders can prepare for succession, navigate…
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Chris Mitchell - Reflection on the third anniversary of the October 7 attack
Chris Mitchell, CBN News Middle East Bureau Chief, reflects on the third anniversary of the October 7 attack, how Israel has changed since that day, and the…
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Pastor Stephen Broden - Race, faith, and identity in the American Church
Stephen Broden, Senior Pastor of Fair Park Bible Fellowship in Dallas, discusses race, faith, and identity in the American Church.
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Craig DeRoche - The latest debate over protecting women’s sports
Craig DeRoche, President and CEO of Family Policy Alliance, discusses the latest debate over protecting women’s sports, parental rights, and the broader…
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Richard Lyons - Can America sustain its role as a global power amid rising national debt
Richard Lyons, world historian and author of “Passage Through the Shadows,” examines whether America can sustain its role as a global power amid rising…
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Dr. Rick Booye - Why pastors experience burnout and the warning signs to watch for
Dr. Rick Booye, Chairman of the Theology Department at Pacific Bible College, discusses why pastors experience burnout, the warning signs to watch for, and how…
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Leighton Grey - Canada's relationship with the United States
Leighton Grey, host of the Grey Matter Podcast and author of a new book “Trials, Tribulations, & Truth,” discusses the latest developments in Canada, the…
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Jonathan Dever - The growing national debt and rising federal interest costs
Jonathan Dever examines the growing national debt, rising federal interest costs, and what the country’s fiscal trajectory could ultimately mean for taxpayers…
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Kenneth Abramowitz - Escalating tensions with Iran
Kenneth Abramowitz, author of The Multifront War, discusses escalating tensions with Iran and the broader national security challenges posed by Iran, China and…
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Mark Meckler - The growing debate over the balance of power in Washington
Mark Meckler, President of Convention of States, discusses the latest political headlines, the upcoming midterms, and the growing debate over the balance of…
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Richard Krauland - The Bridge From Science To God
Richard Krauland, author of “The Bridge From Science to God,” discusses his journey from atheism to Christianity and explores how science and the complexity of…
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Joshua Philipp - The growing U.S.–China competition over trade, technology, AI, and global influence
Joshua Philipp, award-winning journalist and host of the show Crossroads, discusses President Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping, recent turmoil within China’s…
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Jim Burling - Preview of the Supreme Court's new term
Jim Burling, Senior Legal Council at Pacific Legal Foundation, previews the Supreme Court’s new term. http://PacificLegal.org http://nowheretolive.org
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George Stahnke - Connection between regular church attendance and physical and mental health
George Stahnke, Focus on the Family Counselor, discusses the connection between regular church attendance and physical and mental health, as well as the sense…
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Michael Busler - The potential economic impact of an October surprise ahead of the midterms
Michael Busler, professor of finance at Stockton University in New Jersey, discusses the potential economic impact of an October surprise ahead of the midterms…
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Eric Eggers - The latest election-integrity developments
Eric Eggers, Vice President of Research at the Government Accountability Institute, discusses the latest election-integrity developments, ongoing government…
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Pastor Jeff Samelson - How Christians can navigate political divisions
Jeff Samelson, a Lutheran pastor and author of “Walk This Way,” discusses how Christians can navigate political divisions, balance their earthly citizenship…
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Elaine Culotti - Concerns about California’s mail-in voting and ballot harvesting
Elaine Culotti, entrepreneur, real estate developer and owner of Big Z Ranch in California, discusses her concerns about California’s mail-in voting and ballot…
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Paul Coughlin - How bullying has changed in the age of social media
Paul Coughlin, founder of The Protectors, discusses how bullying has changed in the age of social media, smartphones and AI, what parents may be missing, and…
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Mark Minnella - America's growing national debt
Mark Minnella, host of Financial Issues, discusses America’s growing national debt and what it could mean for Social Security, inflation, interest rates and…
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Bill Walton - President Xi Jinping's visit to Washington
Bill Walton, the host of The Bill Walton Show and the chair of the Resolute Protector Foundation, discusses President Xi Jinping’s visit to Washington…
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Pastor John Veal - What spiritual warfare looks like in everyday life
John Veal, Senior Pastor of Enduring Faith Christian Center in Chicago, discusses what spiritual warfare looks like in everyday life, how Christians can…
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Dan Perkins - The Latest headlines
Dan Perkins, political commentator and author of a new book “The Democrat Murder of America,” discusses the latest headlines. http://murderofamerica.com
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Dennis Kneale - The First Amendment debate
Dennis Kneale, media strategist and author of the new book “The Oregoners,” discusses the controversy over White House press credentials, the First Amendment…
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Pastor Marc Little - Spiritual deception in today's culture
Pastor Marc Little, host of the Marc Little Show, discusses spiritual deception in today's culture, how seemingly harmless beliefs and practices can conflict…
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John Mittendorf - The remarkable technology of ancient civilizations
Researcher John Mittendorf explores the remarkable technology of ancient civilizations, how they developed it, why it disappeared, and its connection to…
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Tim Mulgrew - The danger of false assurance of salvation
Tim Mulgrew, author of “Christian, A Contract With God,” discusses the danger of false assurance of salvation and what it truly means to know God and be known…
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Dr. Andrew Fox - The biblical perspective on immigration
Dr. Andrew Fox, organizational culture expert and author of a new book “Truth in the Age of Applause,” discusses the biblical perspective on immigration and…
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Dr. Gene Getz - The importance of steadfast devotion
Dr. Gene Getz, editor of the Life Essentials Study Bible, discusses the importance of steadfast devotion and remaining loyal to one another…
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Frank DeVito - The changing Republican coalition
Frank DeVito, attorney and author of “JD Vance and the Future of the Republican Party,” discusses the changing Republican coalition and what lies ahead for the…