On this episode of Our American Stories what we are about to do now is precise Instead of telling the all-encompassing story of John Adams we are going to dial it in on one specific moment in his life one that best captures this man's humanity and ideals more than any other And as you will soon learn Adams himself will agree with our selection Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Canada is an independent nation and not part of the United States most likely because of smallpox Here to tell the story is the president of Ameriseach William Federer Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories renowned historian David McCullough answers the question - about a most extraordinary group of men at a most extraordinary time in world history Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

GUEST SCOTT ANIOL Professor of Pastoral Theology Grace Bible Theological SeminaryAs we celebrate Independence Day which commemorates the signing in of the Declaration of Independence the founding document of our nation when the original colonies declared their autonomy from British colonial rule John Adams was a signer of the Declaration one of the framers of the U S Constitution and the second President of the United States Likely not a born-again Christian but rather a deist a believer in a supreme being who is uninvolved in the affairs of mankind Adams wrote the following about the link between morality and [... more]

Welcome fellow adventurers This week with the th of July coming up the guys discuss the parallels between Independence Day and the independence we got when we received Christ The Clips are from The Patriot and John Adams Be sure to check out our other podcasts Masculine Journey After Hours and Masculine Journey Joyride [... more]

GUEST SCOTT ANIOL Professor of Pastoral Theology Grace Bible Theological SeminaryAs we celebrate Independence Day which commemorates the signing in of the Declaration of Independence the founding document of our nation when the original colonies declared their autonomy from British colonial rule John Adams was a signer of the Declaration one of the framers of the U S Constitution and the second President of the United States Likely not a born-again Christian but rather a deist a believer in a supreme being who is uninvolved in the affairs of mankind Adams wrote the following about the link between morality and [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Canada is an independent nation and not part of the United States most likely because of smallpox Here to tell the story is the president of Ameriseach William Federer Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories he was nearly censured recalled and was yesterday's news but the golden moment of his career came in his s when this last living link to the Founding Fathers stood up in the Supreme Court in support of enslaved Africans James Traub tells the remarkable life story of John Quincy Adams a man truly in a party of one Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories John Adams is the Pulitzer Prize winning biography of America's founding father and second president that was the basis for the acclaimed HBO series brilliantly told by master historian David McCullough The John Adams story you are about to hear was given by David McCullough at The John Adams Institute in the Netherlands The Institutes' name commemorates the man who was the first American emissary to the Netherlands in We'd like give a heartfelt thank you to The John Adams Institute and their podcast Bright Minds for allowing us to share this story [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories John Adams is the Pulitzer Prize winning biography of America's founding father and second president that was the basis for the acclaimed HBO series brilliantly told by master historian David McCullough The John Adams story you are about to hear was given by David McCullough at The John Adams Institute in the Netherlands The Institutes' name commemorates the man who was the first American emissary to the Netherlands in We'd like give a heartfelt thank you to The John Adams Institute and their podcast Bright Minds for allowing us to share this story [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Canada is an independent nation and not part of the United States most likely because of smallpox Here to tell the story is the President of Amerisearch William Federer Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories John Adams is the Pulitzer Prize winning biography of America's founding father and second president that was the basis for the acclaimed HBO series brilliantly told by master historian David McCullough The John Adams story you are about to hear was given by David McCullough at The John Adams Institute in the Netherlands The Institutes' name commemorates the man who was the first American emissary to the Netherlands in We'd like give a heartfelt thank you to The John Adams Institute and their podcast Bright Minds for allowing us to share this story [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories Professor Woody Holton of the University of South Carolina tells the life story of First Lady Abigail Adams from his award winning biography Abigail Adams Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories George Washington is remembered in our history books our nation's capital and the values Americans still esteem today He can often seem more marble than mortal Woody Holton brings us the story of Washington wasn't always the man we celebrate today as well as how he became the hero we know him as Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

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On this episode of Our American Stories Thad Beeler shares how after the deadly May Joplin Tornado he created The National Disaster Photo Rescue Organization after helping his neighbors when they lost their photos in the disaster The President of Amerisearch William Federer tells us why Canada is an independent nation mdash and not part of the United States mdash most likely because of smallpox Mark O'Brian tells the story of St Louie Louie one of the best pool players to ever grace the scene Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate nbsp Time Codes - Thad Beeler on [... more]

Stu talks with author and former sports executive Pat Williams about the lessons we can learn from the American revolutionaries of old and his new book Revolutionary Leadership Essential Lessons from the Men and Women of the American Revolution [... more]

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The most tragic thing about church splits is that they often happen over a clash of personalities rather than a clash of doctrines Perhaps you're one of the many who have experienced the pain of division firsthand In this much needed look at church unity Stephen challenges us to set our personal preferences aside and love each other as brothers and sisters in Christ [... more]

What is our only hope as a nation Pastor Greg Laurie pinpoints America's most pressing issues and explains why we might be on the verge of a spiritual awakening It's a special Sunday morning message from Matthew Notes To the distinguished character of patriot it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian George Washington Cursed be all that learning that is contrary to the cross of Christ James Madison The United States Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people It is wholly inadequate for the government of any others John Adams [... more]

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Here King Solomon interrupts his journal with a poem that may be familiar to some of us By contrasting opposite experiences of life's journey he asserts that every aspect and activity is God-designed and purposeful Between our birth and death there will be times to dance and mourn to plant and reap to gain and to lose But peace will be woven through it all only when we live each day with the perspective of the Divine security we have through Jesus Christ [... more]

In an interview with Ben Mankiewicz Oscar-winning actor Richard Dreyfuss talks about success failure and his goal to become a better person After eight grueling years of war and another eight as the first president the George Washington returned to his beloved Mount Vernon where his final years were filled with controversy intrigue and personal torment Chip Reid reports See Privacy Policy at https art com privacy and California Privacy Notice at https art com privacy do-not-sell-my-info [... more]

This week on Family Policy Matters NC Family brings you Part of a -part series with Mike Lindell inventor of MyPillow and founder of the Lindell Recovery Network NC Family President John L Rustin sits down with Lindell to discuss his personal experiences with severe drug addiction and recovery and how his faith has played a role in this journey [... more]

N C lawmakers have approved an additional million for relief from damage inflicted by Hurricane Florence That total exceeded the amount Gov Roy Cooper requested and the relief package earned unanimous support within the General Assembly Becki Gray John Locke Foundation senior vice president analyzes key aspects of the relief package Governments tend to like imposing sin taxes on items like alcohol and tobacco But a new book titled For Your Own Good explores the potential negative consequences of sin taxes and other selective taxes that target disfavored groups Co-editor Todd Nesbit assistant professor of economics at Ball State University [... more]

Gov Roy Cooper is one of just two Southern governors and eight nationwide to earn F grades in the libertarian Cato Institute's latest Fiscal Report Card for America's Governors Cooper earns this failing grade despite the fact that other measures tout North Carolina's strong economy and fiscal health Chris Edwards editor of Cato's DownsizingGovernment org explains why North Carolina's chief executive deserves such low marks School choice faces a number of attacks from critics One of the most common criticisms involves standards at private schools that see increased enrollment thanks to school voucher programs Matthew Ladner senior research fellow at [... more]

N C legislators returned to Raleigh for the first of what they expect to be multiple sessions linked to Hurricane Florence disaster relief In addition to a million disaster relief fund lawmakers unanimously supported legislation targeting schools state matches for federal disaster funding even mosquitoes Rick Henderson Carolina Journal editor-in-chief assesses lawmakers' initial responses to the hurricane North Carolina's Robert Shibley executive director of the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education recently took part in a U S Justice Department forum addressing free speech on college campuses Shibley discussed recent improvements in campus speech codes He also identified ongoing challenges [... more]

As North Carolina recovers from Hurricane Florence state government leaders are happy to have access to a billion rainy-day fund The Republican-led General Assembly made a concerted effort to rebuild that fund in recent years Joseph Coletti John Locke Foundation senior fellow explains why Coletti also explains how the fund could help state government move more quickly to address issues arising from Florence's damage Amid recent controversies involving Facebook some critics have called for increased regulation of the social media giant Computer expert Bob Chandler president of Macvantage discusses Facebook's recent woes Chandler examines pros and cons related to government [... more]

Recent Hometown Debates sponsored by the Institute of Political Leadership in Rocky Mount Burlington and Newton highlighted key points of debate involving N C public education Terry Stoops the John Locke Foundation's vice president for research served as a panelist in each debate He summarizes his arguments related to the state's role in local school construction school choice accountability and teacher pay The th-century English philosopher John Locke is known for his influence on the American Founders' political principles Duke University professor Michael Munger says Locke also could be dubbed the first modern economist Munger points to a little-known Locke [... more]

High Point plans to move forward with a taxpayer-funded downtown baseball stadium despite concerns from some Guilford County commissioners Julie Tisdale John Locke Foundation city and county policy analyst analyzes the latest developments in the debate over devoting tax dollars to baseball in the Triad city Division and debate cropped up to a greater degree than normal in a recent meeting of the University of North Carolina system's Board of Governors The fractious meeting had been sparked by concerns over the way board leaders and system President Margaret Spellings handled a controversy surrounding the Chapel Hill campus's Silent Sam Confederate [... more]