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Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture stories
The world moves fast. Every week brings new headlines, viral moments, political debates, sports stories, technological breakthroughs, and cultural trends competing for your attention. Culture Brief helps you stay informed, think biblically, and engage the culture from a Christian perspective.
Join host Conner Jones and friends every Thursday as they break down the biggest trending stories of the week and explore what they mean for Christians. From elections and global events to movies, music…
Episodes
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesWhen peace feels impossible: Ceasefire talks, Christ’s hope, and Summer’s biggest box office hits & misses | Ep. 33
This week, we’re breaking down the recent Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, European leaders visiting the White House, and the next steps in bringing peace to…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesTrump-Putin summit, Taylor Swift news, AI talent wars, & what is superintelligence? | Ep. 32
This week, we’re previewing the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, unpacking what’s at stake for the US, Russia, Ukraine, and Europe, and what pursuing peace looks…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesTexas redistricting drama, American Eagle firestorm, lunar mission & top 10 burgers | Ep. 31
This week, we’re breaking down the headlines everyone’s talking about—from the Texas redistricting showdown to the internet’s uproar over American Eagle’s…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesTariffs, Hulk Hogan, Deion, Forrest Frank & Happy Gilmore 2 thoughts | Ep. 30
This week we’re breaking down the trending headlines and asking what it all means for Christians navigating today’s world. Micah breaks down major shifts in…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesBonus Episode: Following Christ in a sports-obsessed world
In this episode, Conner and Micah sit down with Dr. Mark Turman and Dr. Ryan Denison for a thoughtful roundtable conversation exploring the intersection of…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesColbert canceled, theology of Israel, Coldplay cam & a movie star game | Ep. 29
This week, Conner breaks down the sudden cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the theories surrounding the move, and what it means for the…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesEpstein backlash, Christianity is growing, Chip and Joanna Gaines controversy & Scottie Scheffler's introspection | Ep. 28
On this episode of Culture Brief, we dive into the latest on the Jeffrey Epstein uproar, the White House’s mixed response and why it still matters to many…
- Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture stories
Texas floods, responding faithfully to tragedy, Epstein list fallout & best movies of the 2000s | Ep. 27
In this episode of Culture Brief, we reflect on the devastating floods in central Texas, the heartbreak they’ve left behind, and the political blame game…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesBig Beautiful Bill, SCOTUS reshapes power, Diddy trial update & a July 4th poem | Ep. 26
On this episode of Culture Brief, we break down the headlines shaping your world—from politics to pop culture—with thoughtful, Christian insight. We unpack…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesTrump bombs Iran, NYC election shocker, Bezos wedding & casual-dining favorites | Ep. 25
On this episode of Culture Brief, we break down the intense 12-day showdown between Israel and Iran—and the U.S. jumping in with surprise bombings with…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesIsrael vs Iran, MAGA's divide, AI warnings & the Pentagon Pizza Index | Ep. 24
On this episode of Culture Brief, we unpack rising tensions between Israel and Iran—and whether America might get pulled into the mix. We also look at the…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesLA riots, NCAA’s new era, Musk vs Trump & Simone Biles controversy | Ep. 23
This week, we’re breaking down the headlines you can’t ignore—from riots in Los Angeles to Trump’s latest shots at Musk and Newsom. Plus, a look at the NCAA’s…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesPride Month, Ukraine drone attack, Elon Musk tensions & ‘Would You Rather’ game | Ep. 22
This week, we’re breaking down the headlines shaping our world. We start with Pride Month and explore how corporations are responding this year—what’s changed…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesThe rise of antisemitism, Vladimir Putin deep dive, & “Bust the Block” round 2 | Ep. 21
This week, we’re talking about the rise of antisemitism—why it’s on the rise, why it’s messy, and how it connects to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesBiden’s battles, the Diddy trial & summer box office predictions | Ep. 20
This week, we’re diving into the headlines with our usual mix of curiosity and conviction. Conner runs down the latest updates on President Joe Biden: the…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesGlobal deals, air traffic chaos, an NBA conspiracy theory & the Biden cover-up book | Ep. 19
This week, Micah navigates the latest tariff, hostage, and ceasefire agreements made between the US and nations around the globe alongside Trump’s Middle East…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesMedia Bias, the Met Gala, gorilla vs man debate & an Alcatraz theory | Ep. 18
This week, we’re starting with a hard look at media bias. How does slanted coverage shape public trust—and are we part of the problem? Then it’s off to the red…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture stories100 days of Trump, Shedeur Sanders draft drama, global tensions & an oil change story | Ep. 17
This week we unpack Donald Trump’s wild return to the Oval Office—yep, we’re talking executive orders flying left and right and policy pivots that have us all…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesThe Pope’s death, Big Tech monopolies, NFL draft & a coffee hot take | Ep. 16
Join Conner Jones and guest host Josh Miller on this week's episode of Culture Brief. With Micah on vacation, Josh joins Conner as they discuss the significant…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesGen Z turns to Jesus, trade war with China, Harvard conflict & Rory McIlroy | Ep. 15
In this episode of Culture Brief, Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella explore why more members of Gen Z are turning to Jesus, even as traditional religious…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesTrump’s tariffs, financial anxieties, a Masters preview & hot take, plus more trending news | Ep. 14
Join hosts Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella for an insightful episode of Culture Brief. This week, they discuss some of the most pressing news topics with…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesImmigration and education anxieties, “torpedo” bats, Val Kilmer & one listener’s embarrassing story | Ep. 13
Join hosts Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella in this week's episode of Culture Brief, where they discuss hot topics from a Christian perspective. This week…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesThe Signal group chat heard round the world, Snow White’s box office trouble, MLB Opening Day, and more top headlines | Ep. 12
Join Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella in this episode of Culture Brief as they discuss the biggest stories of the week, starting with the significant security…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesAstronauts return, Democrat party turmoil, JFK files, & March Madness | Ep. 11
Join Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella on Culture Brief as they break down the week’s biggest headlines through a Christian lens. This week they discuss the…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesStock market woes, Syrian murders, Tate brothers, NFL free agency & more trending stories this week | Ep. 10
Join Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella on Culture Brief as they break down the week’s biggest headlines through a Christian lens. From the turbulence in…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesOval Office showdown, more tariffs, Oscars results & a landscaping hot take | Ep. 9
Join Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella on the latest episode of Culture Brief as they discuss the Oval Office spat between Trump and Zelensky. They also explore…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesDOGE's disruptions, Congo crisis, Oscars preview & a "Star Wars" hot take | Ep. 8
Join hosts Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella in this episode of Culture Brief as they navigate top stories in news, politics, sports, pop culture, and…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesTrump and Putin negotiate without Ukraine & other top headlines you may have missed this week | Ep. 7
It’s been a busy week in news, politics, sports, and pop culture. So join Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella as they brief you on the week’s biggest stories…all…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesIsrael-Gaza update, Baldoni vs. Lively drama, Super Bowl recap & a crypto question | Ep. 6
This week on the Culture Brief podcast, Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella break down the biggest stories shaping our world. The guys start off with a deep dive…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesPlane crash, tariffs, Super Bowl predictions, & processing the Luka Dončić trade with Dr. Ryan Denison | Ep. 5
Join Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella as they break down the week’s biggest stories: the tragic plane crash over the Potomac River, Trump's new tariff plans…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesAI market crash, immigration crackdown, 'Emilia Peréz' & Hollywood’s cultural push | Ep. 4
Welcome back to Culture Brief, a Denison Forum podcast where Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella break down the latest in news, politics, sports, pop culture, and…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesIsrael ceasefire, pardons, Trump’s inauguration, executive orders & all things football | Ep. 3
Join hosts Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella as they navigate a jam-packed news week on Culture Brief, a Denison Forum podcast. They discuss the political…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesLA wildfires, TikTok’s final days, playoff football, and a Christian podcast movement | Ep. 2
Join Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella in the second episode of the Culture Brief podcast as they navigate top stories of the week. They provide updates on the…
Culture Brief - Christian perspectives on the week's biggest news, sports & pop-culture storiesDC & Canada, Meta’s announcement, 2025 predictions, and the Gulf of America? | Ep. 1
Join hosts Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella in the inaugural episode of Culture Brief, a Denison Forum podcast, as they navigate through the latest news…