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Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

April 10, 2024

2 Corinthians 2:12-3:18 - Part A

Pastor Skip looks at the two possible responses a person can have to the good news of Jesus [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

March 29, 2024

Resisting the Lull of Laziness

Listen to the full-length version or read the manuscript of this message here https wfth me pap In Luke - you are confronted with the potential responses of diligence laziness and defiance in your service to Christ The parable illustrates that as a follower of Christ you are entrusted with divine investments and your response determines your position in the coming kingdom Develop a godly perspective of anticipation recognizing that you are entrusted with divine assets You are called to engage in service for the Lord until His return using your talents responsibilities and opportunities to honor Him [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

March 27, 2024

America Strikes Back: The Doolittle Raids and the Battle of the Coral Sea

On this episode of Our American Stories Anne Claire tells the story of America's first two responses to Pearl Harbor The Doolittle Raids and the Battle of the Coral Sea Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

March 26, 2024

A Prayer and a Promise (Part 2 of 2)

How can two people listen to the same message at the same time yet have totally different reactions Join us as we explore the contrasting responses of the two criminals on either side of Jesus' cross That's our focus on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series 'A Study in Luke Volume ' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount If you listened to Truth For Life on Google Podcast [... more]

The Christian Worldview

David Wheaton

March 23, 2024

Three Christian Responses to Neo-Pagan Western Civilization

GUEST ANDREW DeBARTOLO Director of Operations Liberty Coalition CanadaTo borrow a popular term today the United States is in transition Whereas the nation once identified as a broadly Christian nation the Declaration of Independence refers multiple times to the Christian God a real transition in contrast to the imagined transitions and marriages of the transvestite homosexual movement has and is taking place to a present-day post-Christian neo-pagan nation where Satanic statues are displayed in state capitol buildings and a reworked Marxist-based anti-Christian religion of woke-ism has captured many minds and all institutions How and why has this happened in a [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

March 17, 2024

Believe It or Not! - Part B

Most of you reading this are believers Some are not Both are dangerous positions to take but for different reasons vastly different reasons This paragraph in John's Gospel is the summary of all that has been written from chapters through It reviews the two different responses people have to Jesus and then gives us Jesus' own synopsis on faith and unbelief Today you will be able to understand the real differences and consequences of faith and unbelief [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

March 10, 2024

Believe It or Not! - Part A

Dana Loesch Show

Dana Loesch

February 21, 2024

Wednesday February 21 - Full Show

Joe Biden's brother James testifies before House lawmakers over the impeachment probe Kansas City charges two adults in conjunction with the Super Bowl Parade shooting while hiding the teenagers' identities Million people have entered the US illegally in Google's AI image generator refuses to use White people in their responses and can't define basic biology Democrats circle back to the Russian collusion narrative Dana chimes in Trump's VP options after he floats multiple names in his Fox Town Hall NY AG James threatens to seize all of Trump's assets just because Americans are scaling back their purchases of regular goods [... more]

The Adam Gold Show

Adam Gold

February 02, 2024

Carolina Panthers introduce Dave Canales, UNC vs Duke, and Canes Corner

Who's coming out with a win tomorrow in the men's basketball game of Duke vs UNC What are the impressions and responses of people after the introduction of Dave Canales as the Carolina Panthers head coach and Dan Morgan as their general manager Also how did last night go with Rod Brind'Amour at the Canes Corner nbsp [... more]

The Charlie Kirk Show

Charlie Kirk

January 20, 2024

THOUGHTCRIME Ep. 29 — The Drowning Gap? Desantis Backers on the Trump Bus? United's DEI Death Wish?

In this week's ThoughtCrime Charlie Kirk Jack Posobiec Andrew Kolvet and Blake Neff engage with many compelling questions including -Where should DeSantis and Haley backers be allowed to sit on the metaphorical Trump bus -Will airline DEI make you DIE -Is it racist to want people to drown less -What does Charlie think of the many responses to his critique of MLK this week For more content become a member at members charliekirk com Support the show http www charliekirk com supportSee omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

The Rich Eisen Show

Rich Eisen

January 19, 2024

Louis Riddick: Ravens have no worries

Rich previews each NFL Divisional Round Game ESPN's Louis Riddick and Rich discuss the early success of Houston Texans QB CJ Stroud and Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love why Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens look like Super Bowl favorites and the Lions vs Buccaneers and Chiefs vs Bills in the Divisional Round Rich and the guys react to Eagles players' responses when asked about the job security of head coach Nick Sirianni Please check out other RES productions Overreaction Monday http apple co overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask http apple co whatthefootball Learn [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

January 07, 2024

What To Do With Jesus? - Part B

Any lawyer can tell you that whenever the star witness is a resurrected corpse you have a pretty good case But Lazarus being alive from the dead doesn't seem to persuade everyone And so the big issue becomes what shall we do with Jesus The decisions made here set the clock in motion for an impending hate crime the crucifixion of Christ But from heaven's vantage point this is all part of God's plan for redemption Let's see the responses and how we can make a difference [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

December 31, 2023

What To Do With Jesus? - Part A

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

December 25, 2023

Is He Worthy?

In this teaching from one of Summit Church's Christmas services Pastor J D teaches us that there are only two responses to Jesus worshipping or weeping [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

December 10, 2023

A Tale of Two Sisters - Part B

In Charles Dickens wrote his famous work A Tale of Two Cities set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution The story before us is set in Bethany near Jerusalem and highlights the personal relationship that two sisters had with Jesus Christ Their broken hearts provide an excellent platform to consider how Christ deals with people in grief and loss Let's actively probe not only their responses but ours to the incredible promise Jesus makes [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

December 08, 2023

Wise Men Still Seek Him, Part 2

Just like the Wise Men chose to respond with great joy to finding King Jesus we too have to choose how we will respond to the stars or the signs that God puts in our lives to point us to him Pastor J D explains the four responses you can have and how when you choose to keep seeking Jesus you can experience the same joy the Wise Men had [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

December 03, 2023

A Tale of Two Sisters - Part A

Dana Loesch Show

Dana Loesch

November 06, 2023

Absurd Truth: Les Grossman

Given the Biden Admin's weak responses to potential terrorists Dana gets inspiration from Les Grossman from Tropic Thunder for peace through strength Meanwhile Dana finds out that men have a policy when picking a urinal Please visit our great sponsors After Deathhttps angle com danaSee a never-before-seen glimpse into what the next life could entail in After Death in theaters now Rated PG- Black Rifle Coffeehttps blackriflecoffee com danaChange the lives of Veterans and their families with the Boot Campaign with every purchase of the Ready-to-Drink Coffee Headrest Safehttps theheadrestsafe comUse code DANA for an exclusive off Hillsdalehttps danaforhillsdale comHillsdale [... more]

Family Life Today

Dave & Ann Wilson, Bob Lepine

August 18, 2023

Is Your Home Emotionally Unhealthy? 5 Signs: David Thomas

If your home was emotionally unhealthy would you know it Counselor David Thomas offers ways to identify dysfunction in your own home and constructive responses to choose instead for a lifetime of better relationships Show Notes and Resources Connect with David Thomas at christianparenting org and read the The three Rs for Raising Emotionally Healthy Boys And grab David's book Raising Emotionally Healthy Boys in our shop Intrigued by today's episode Think deeper about shaping emotionally mature kids in Parenting Passing On Healthy Habits for Kids Grab off all FamilyLife's small-group studies at shop familylife com Find resources from this [... more]

Chosen Generation

Pastor Greg Young

July 27, 2023

CGR THURSDAY 072723 Jon Miltimore Leslie Manookian

[... more]

Family Life Today

Dave & Ann Wilson, Bob Lepine

June 07, 2023

You’re Being Lied to About Sex: Dean Inserra

Are you being lied to Culture is spinning faith-altering views about sex to your kids And our responses may determine whether kids sense Christianity's relevance Author Dean Inserra describes popular falsehoods the resulting questions kids ask and how to respond in ways pertinent loving and truthful Show Notes and Resources If you found today's episode intriguing listen to other episodes with Dean Inserra And grab his book Pure Why the Bible's Plan for Sexuality Isn't Outdated Irrelevant or Oppressive Find resources from this podcast at shop familylife com Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app Help others find [... more]

Our Daily Bread Ministries

Various Hosts

May 17, 2023

Grandmother Research

Researchers at Emory University used MRI scans to study the brains of grandmothers They measured empathetic responses to images that included their own grandchild their own adult child and one anonymous child The study showed that grandmothers have a higher empathy toward their own grandchild than even their adult child This is attributed to what they call the ldquo cute factor rdquo mdash their own grandchild being more ldquo adorable rdquo than the adult Before we say ldquo Well duh rdquo we might consider the words of James Rilling who conducted the study ldquo If their grandchild is smiling the [... more]

The Christian Worldview

David Wheaton

May 06, 2023

The Pentecostalization of Christian Worship Part 2

GUEST DAVID de BRUYN pastor New Covenant Baptist Church Johannesburg South Africa Think back years or more to how a Bible-preaching church service was depicted There would be a father and mother standing with children at their side in a well-lit sanctuary wearing their Sunday best holding hymnbooks and singing hymns of the faith Now think about how professing Bible-preaching Evangelical churches depict themselves today The ubiquitous photo you'll see is silhouetted individuals arms raised high in the air inside a dark room accented by stage lighting with a band performing in the background The unspoken caption to the photo [... more]

Amy Lawrence Show

Amy Lawrence

March 30, 2023

After Hours with Amy Lawrence PODCAST: Hour 2

Should Lamar just play under the Franchise Tag Your phone calls Is Lamar sending the wrong message with his social media responses [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

March 15, 2023

What Lions Want for Lunch, Part 2

Although as Christians we are eternally secure in the Lord the enemy Satan is on the hunt to devour us He and his minions have studied humanity since Adam and Eve They have studied you your words actions and even the subtlest responses of your eyes So even though he cannot read your mind Satan knows what you're thinking through his observations and his attacks are custom designed to trip you up steal your joy and doubt your security in Jesus [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

March 14, 2023

What Lions Want for Lunch, Part 1

The Christian Worldview

David Wheaton

February 04, 2023

What Really Happens When You’re Born Again? - rebroadcast of program

GUEST DR STEVEN LAWSON author New Life in ChristConfusion characterizes our world Or maybe delusion is the better word in that people are deluded by others or just self-deluded There are no shortage of experts politicians scientists teachers professors writers speakers journalists analysts commentators influencers and yes Christian leaders confidently making assertions about all matters of life and faith So if you're pondering what is going wrong in the world you will hear all kinds of responses racism inequality lack of education capitalistic greed moral corruption with all manner of proposed solutions mostly promoting some new government program or law [... more]

The Adam Gold Show

Adam Gold

December 16, 2022

It’s Friday and it’s roundtable time!!

Josh Graham and Randy Slack join Adam with another Friday Roundtable and like always it didn't disappoint Who did the guys pick to win the World Cup and how was Josh DEAD wrong Moving to American football what do the guys think about the Carolina Panthers chances of making the playoffs You might be surprised at what their responses are and who had long term confidence Adam also asks for the guys to give him a good reason why we shouldn't have bowl games [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

December 08, 2022

God’s Love and Same Sex Attraction

Some churches have embraced gay marriage And other churches have shamed the gay community Are either of these responses biblical [... more]

Moody Church Hour

Pastor Phillip Miller

October 16, 2022

The Light Shines On Mars Hill

How do we shine the light of Christ in a complex culture Paul used the beliefs and culture of the Athenians to explain the real God the real essence of man and the very real need of salvation Christ offers In this message we identify three responses to the gospel The reactions are mixed much as it is today in our idol-saturated culture This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at moodyoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

October 12, 2022

The Light Shines On Mars Hill Part 2

How do we shine the light of Christ in a complex culture Paul used the beliefs and culture of the Athenians to explain the real God the real essence of man and the very real need of salvation Christ offers In this message we explore three responses to the Gospel In the power of the Spirit we can shine like Paul did on Mars Hill This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

October 11, 2022

The Light Shines On Mars Hill Part 1

Where can we find God amid our heartaches and tragedies The Apostle Paul told the Athenians in a city saturated with idols that the one true God is not far from us In this message we identify three responses to the Gospel The reactions are mixed much as it is today in our idol-saturated culture This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

September 28, 2022

America Strikes Back: The Doolittle Raids and the Battle of the Coral Sea

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

September 20, 2022

Conflict With Unanswered Prayer Part 2

When God chooses to not answer our prayers we may think He's forgotten us When David appealed to God to build a temple God's answer gave him so much more In this message we find three responses from God in place of David's original request new promises new intimacy and a new project God has something better in mind for us This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

September 20, 2022

The Difference Between Admiring and Following

God ordained several divine encounters for Jesus as He walked along the road with His disciples These encounters come in the form of three men who either volunteer or are invited by Jesus to follow Him Their three different responses illuminate three of the primary excuses the Israelites had for not following Jesus These excuses haven't changed thousands of years later We need to be aware of them in our lives today [... more]

The Rich Eisen Show

Rich Eisen

August 23, 2022

REShow: Thomas Q. Jones - Hour 3

Rich reacts to the Brooklyn Nets' refusal to deal Kevin Durant after his trade demand in June and the guys debate if the Clippers or Lakers are a better bet to win the NBA title offers up some advice for whomever buys the Los Angeles Angels after owner Arte Moreno announced the team is up for sale which made Hall of Famer Rod Carew VERY happy and makes a plea for future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols not to call it a career after this season NFL RB-turned-actor Thomas Q Jones joins Rich in-studio to discuss the new season of [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

August 23, 2022

When The Son Is Crowned Part 2

Politicians speak of conspiracies against them But the real conspiracy is that of the nations of the world in revolt against God In this message we consider three different responses three kisses we can give to the true King Despite attempts to remove God from society our God in heaven laughs at any attempts to thwart His purposes We can take refuge in Him This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

The Christian Worldview

David Wheaton

August 20, 2022

What Really Happens When You’re Born Again?

Hope for the Caregiver

Peter Rosenberger

July 18, 2022

A Gracious Word In Weird Moments

From our July program Have you ever had someone say something strange insensitive or even weird to you - and a flood of responses immediately filled your mind Sometimes we save ourselves from unnecessary drama when we bite our tongues and learn to like the taste of blood But it can torque our brain to do so doesn't it Who knows though - we may get a funny story out of it that brings laughter years later [... more]

Running to Win

Erwin Lutzer

July 05, 2022

God And Hitler: Who Was In Charge? Part 2

History is not merely random Even when Hitler led Germany to ruin in the 's God had a divine purpose in it In this message we discuss two possible responses to God's providence anger at the One behind all that's happening or awe in His presence How will we respond when God doesn't make sense This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https www rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Our American Stories

Lee Habeeb

July 01, 2022

King Solomon, Town's Grave Digging Drunk Turned Hero, Wandering Worker: The American Hobo and America Strikes Back After Pearl Harbor

On this episode of Our American Stories Kentucky journalist Sam Terry tells the story of the man they called King Solomon Connecticut Shorty of The Hobo Museum shares the story of the American hobo and how they are still celebrated today Teacher choir director organist and history buff Anne Clare tells the story of the first two major American responses to the Japanese after the attack on Pearl Harbor Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate Time Codes - King Solomon Town's Grave Digging Drunk Turned Hero - Wandering Worker The American Hobo - America Strikes Back After Pearl [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

June 28, 2022

Getting a Handle on Anger

Deborah Pegues offers hope in the midst of the crazy She identifies common primary emotions that may be the root of your anger and offers Scripture-based responses to deal with them Receive the book Days to Taming Your Anger for your donation of any amount Plus receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today Your monthly support helps families thrive https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast getting-a-handle-on-anger featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

April 12, 2022

Punished for Me

Pastor J D will help us see how the responses of the people surrounding the events of Jesus' crucifixion give us pictures of how we respond to Jesus [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

March 18, 2022

Surprising Submission, Part 2

Rebel Resist Revolt These are society's responses to unjust leaders but should they be ours as well [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

March 17, 2022

Surprising Submission, Part 1

Rebel Resist Revolt These are society's responses to unjust leaders but should they be ours as well [... more]

Living on the Edge

Chip Ingram

January 28, 2022

Overcoming Emotions that Destroy - Why We all Struggle with Anger, Part 1

Would you like to be able to tame your temper but you find yourself in a cycle of destructive reactions and explosive responses and you just don't know how to stop Join Chip as he explains some biblical tools that will help you get a grip on anger before it gets a grip on you [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

December 28, 2021

All of Me - Part A

The Bible tells us that God loves us consistently and provides for us faithfully How should we respond to this truth Skip considers several different responses as he shares the message quot All of Me quot This teaching is from the series Playlist Links Website https connectwithskip comDonate https connnectwithskip com donateThis week's DevoMail https connnectwithskip com devomail [... more]

Building Relationships

Dr. Gary Chapman

December 25, 2021

Dear Gary Christmas!

Hope for your relationships and guidance for life This Christmas Day edition of Dear Gary is our final broadcast of You'll not only hear responses to calls we'll give you a peek behind the scenes of a very special celebration that happened in North Carolina in October Don't miss the encouragement for your relationships as we wrap up and put a bow on Featured Resource Life Lessons and Love Languages What I've Learned on My Unexpected Journey Northfield Publishing https www lovelanguages com store life-lessons-and-love-languages See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

July 28, 2021

Mysteries of the Unseen World, Part 2

Some believers tend to forget about spiritual forces like angels and demons while others obsess over them and are constantly worried about demonic influences But neither of these are biblical responses [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

July 22, 2021

Reaching the Resistant

How do you reach unbelieving family friends when they each have different perspectives and responses First discern where they are coming from before you proceed to share with them where they need to go [... more]

Matt Slick Live!

Matt Slick

July 01, 2021

Matt Slick Live

Open calls questions and discussion with Matt Slick LIVE in the studio Questions include--- - How long has God granted humans to live or years--- - What is your view regarding the promises related to Israel- Does the church fulfill those--- - Does God use foreknowledge--- - How much time is between when the wicked are taken and the Christians--- - What are your thoughts on the book Faith Undone--- - What is the best way to do apologetics--- - What are some good Christian responses to critical race theory [... more]

Our Daily Bread Ministries

Various Hosts

June 25, 2021

He Hears Us

US President Franklin D Roosevelt often endured long receiving lines at the White House As the story is told he complained that no one really paid attention to what was said So he decided to experiment at a reception To everyone who passed down the line and shook his hand he said ldquo I murdered my grandmother this morning rdquo The guests responded with phrases like ldquo Marvelous Keep up the good work God bless you sir rdquo It was not until the end of the line greeting the ambassador from Bolivia that his words were actually heard Nonplussed the [... more]

Focus on the Family

Jim Daly

April 09, 2021

Ditching the Cranky Monster Mom

In a lighthearted but insightful conversation based on her book The Cranky Mom Fix Becky Kopitzke describes how frustrated moms can identify what triggers their anger embrace forgiveness and grace and offer kinder gentler responses to their children for a more peaceful home Get Becky's book for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast ditching-the-cranky-monster-mom featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey [... more]

Summit Life

J.D. Greear

April 06, 2021

The Shortsighted

There are many good causes we can fight for in this world But as Pastor J D continues our series called Can't Believe he's calling us to refocus on our most important mission [... more]

A New Beginning

Greg Laurie

March 28, 2021

Looking at the People | Palm Sunday Message with Jonathan Laurie

On the first Palm Sunday Jesus entered Jerusalem and had a mixed response some worshiped while others grew angry In this Sunday morning episode special guest Pastor Jonathan Laurie asks us to respond to Jesus' claims anew Will we recognize Him for who He is Listen in for this Palm Sunday message from John Notes Both physical death and leprosy are spiritual pictures of sin Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death James ESV Sin is an inward disease that shows outward symptoms Martha was worshipping Jesus [... more]

Truth for Life

Alistair Begg

March 23, 2021

A Prayer and a Promise (Part 2 of 2)

A free gift brings joy to some of us but not everyone reacts the same way Our differences become especially clear when it comes to God's gift of salvation Learn about two completely different responses to God's grace on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

March 03, 2021

Killing Anxiety

Do you get a pit in your stomach when awaiting that diagnosis or that acceptance letter or that apology Do you lose sleep sometimes In truth our bodily responses to external and internal pressures are inescapable So when Paul tells us to get rid of anxiety he isn't talking about physical ills he's talking about spiritual ones In a society that pours billions of dollars into medicating symptoms Stephen takes us to the source of anxiety by giving us a remedy for the soul [... more]

Core Christianity

Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier

November 18, 2020

Have the Miraculous Gifts of the Spirit Ceased?

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com When can I be a witness for Jesus and evangelize do I have to wait until the Spirit descends on me and anoints me What does the Bible say about fasting Is it just about giving up food for awhile to draw closer to God Is it something we can do to unlock some form of holy power like the apostles did in the New Testament I hear about it on Instagram a good bit but I just don't fully understand it Me and my friend were [... more]

Connect with Skip Heitzig

Skip Heitzig

November 12, 2020

All of Me - Part A

Carolina Journal Radio

Donna Martinez and Mitch Kokai

November 09, 2020

Carolina Journal Radio No. 912: Supreme Court welcomes originalist Amy Coney Barrett

Amy Coney Barrett has joined the U S Supreme Court as its th justice She has said her judicial philosophy mirrors that of the late Justice Antonin Scalia and supporters characterize her as an originalist Jon Guze John Locke Foundation director legal studies analyzes Barrett's record He discusses the new justice's likely impact on the nation's highest court Those who want to reform higher education ought to look at governing boards That's a key piece of advice in a recent report from the James G Martin Center for Academic Renewal Report author Jay Schalin the center's director of policy analysis [... more]