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In this episode, we welcome back David French, columnist for The New York Times , former constitutional attorney, and author of Divided We Fall . We discuss the current state of American democracy, the challenges of political division, and how we can engage in civil discourse despite deep ideological differences. David also shares a personal update on his family and reflects on the profound trials and growth that come with adversity. 📌 What We Discuss: ✔️ How David and his family navigated the challenges of a serious health crisis. ✔️ The rise of political polarization and the factors driving it. ✔️ Why distinguishing between “unwise, unethical, and unlawful” is crucial in analyzing political actions. ✔️ How consuming different perspectives (even opposing ones) helps in understanding political dynamics. ✔️ The role of Christian values in politics and how they are being redefined. ⏳ Episode Highlights 📍 [00:01:00] – David French’s background and his journey from litigation to journalism. 📍 [00:02:30] – Personal update: David shares his wife Nancy’s battle with cancer and their journey as a family. 📍 [00:06:00] – How to navigate personal trials while maintaining faith and resilience. 📍 [00:10:00] – The danger of political paranoia and the pitfalls of extreme polarization. 📍 [00:18:00] – The "friend-enemy" paradigm in American politics and its influence in Christian fundamentalism. 📍 [00:24:00] – Revisiting Divided We Fall : How America’s divisions have devolved since 2020. 📍 [00:40:00] – The categories and differences of unwise, unethical, and unlawful political actions. 📍 [00:55:00] – The balance between justice, kindness, and humility in political engagement. 📍 [01:00:00] – The After Party initiative: A Christian approach to politics focused on values rather than policy. 💬 Featured Quotes 🔹 "You don't know who you truly are until your values are tested." – David French 🔹 "If we focus on the relational, we can have better conversations even across deep differences." – Corey Nathan 🔹 "Justice, kindness, and humility—if you're missing one, you're doing it wrong." – David French 🔹 "The United States has a history of shifting without repenting. We just move on." – David French 📚 Resources Mentioned David French’s Writing: New York Times David’s Book: Divided We Fall The After Party Initiative – More Info Advisory Opinions Podcast (with Sarah Isgur & David French) – Listen Here 📣 Call to Action If you found this conversation insightful, please: ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics ✅ Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion 🔗 Connect With Us on Social Media @coreysnathan: Bluesky LinkedIn Instagram Threads Facebook Substack David French: 🔗 Twitter | BlueSky | New York Times Our Sponsors Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com Prolux Autogroup: www.proluxautogroup.com or www.granadahillsairporttransportation.com Let’s keep talking politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡…

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#Comedy #Bug #Movies #Monsters #Harryhausen #Bots Bugs And Babes #Jason Jaconetti #Cinema #Arts #True Freaks #Robot

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Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #93: Iron Sky: The Coming Race (2019) – Let’s make Earth great again.

4 years ago

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No dinosaurs or other animals were harmed in the making of this motion picture. On the New Year’s Eve episode of Bots , Bugs, And Babes , we close 2020 very much how we opened it, as my father ( Al Jaconetti ) and I cover Iron Sky: The Coming Race (2019). We cover the much anticipated, but nearly derailed, sequel to the original that ups the cultural references to 11! This film has everything and, as has become the New Year’s Eve tradition, this movie rings the year out with something off-the-hook crazy. So grab your Nokia 3310, make sure the coffee pot is online, and get ready to head into the tropics of Antarctica, as we go face to face / snout with the Vril. And remember, if the moon doesn’t work out, I have heard that Mars is nice this time of year. https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/bbb-ep-93-iron-sky-coming-race-2019.mp3…

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Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #73: Iron Sky (2012) – “You are Neil Armstrong after the sex change operation. Is that correct?”

5 years ago

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In 1945, the Nazis went to the moon. In 2018, they came back! In our first episode of 2020, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I wanted to give you something to really get the new year started and we know that 2012’s Iron Sky needs to be seen to be believed. We will cover both versions of the film, including the main differences between them. We will also talk about the outstanding special effects and the crazy characters that populate this film that most people passed on. So grab your space suit, fire up the Charlie Chaplin, and your English to German dictionary, because it is time to head to the DARK SIDE OF THE MOON! Just remember: kuu-natsi is Finnish for “moon nazi”. https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/BBB-ep-73-Iron-Sky-2012.mp3…

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Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #72: The Phantom of the Mall: Eric’s Revenge – Be nice to Eric. Or Eric won’t be nice to you.

5 years ago

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“Eric Matthews is still alive!” On this special New Year’s Eve episode, my brother, Luke Jaconetti (Earth Destruction Directive) joins me for the 30th Anniversary of The Phantom of the Mall: Eric’s Revenge. We explore all the different aspects of this “unique” take on the classic Phantom of the Opera story. This movie, which seems like it was on every video story shelf in the late 1980’s to early 1990’s, has been rarely seen in the last 30 years, but we are ready to expose it! So grab your crossbow, your dangle earring, and make sure your check the toilet for cobras, as you join us for the film that might make you want to watch Silk Stalkings or Melrose Place…. All that and Morgan Fairchild! https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/bbb-ep-106-Dracula-AD-1972.mp3…

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Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #71: Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) – “Can you believe this? It’s Christmas Eve and we got orders to bring in Santa Claus.”

5 years ago

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“Oh? Well pardon me, Ann Landers!” For our Holiday Episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back 35 years to look at Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984). One of the most controversial films of the day, we explore all the different aspects of the film, including the content that was cut to gain it’s R-rating. Join us for the film that opened opposite A Nightmare on Elm Street (and out-grossed it by about $162,000 opening weekend) and created more controversy than money could ever buy! So grab your Santa costume, make sure your ax is nice and sharp, and remember punishment is absolute, punishment is good. https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/bbb-ep-71-silent-night-deadly-night-1984.mp3…

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Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #70: Listener Feedback

5 years ago

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On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes , my father (Al Jaconetti) and I read several emails that our loyal listeners have sent in. Enjoy! https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/BBB-ep-70-feedback.mp3

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Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #69: Upgrade (2018) – “You have full control again, Grey.”

5 years ago