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CTP (S3E108) Plant, Don't Preach: The Christian's Guide to Meaningful Impact (aka: Memes part 2 episode)
We explore the critical balance between prayer and action in Christian life, focusing on the principle that our job is to plant seeds while God's role is to change hearts. This episode challenges the notion that prayer alone is sufficient, urging Christians to take meaningful action in alignment with biblical teachings.
• Christians must understand the balance between human responsibility and divine intervention
• Prayer must be accompanied by action—"Change from wicked ways" implies personal responsibility
• Like gardening, we must plant seeds of goodness before expecting God to help them grow
• Inaction makes us complicit in the evil that results—"Only thing required for evil to prevail is good people do nothing"
• Getting off our knees and taking action is essential to seeing God's work manifested

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CTP (S3EJulSpecial2)(PG-13) The Soul's Direction: Navigating Right and Wrong w/ Raymond Comeau
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Raymond Comeau joins us to discuss his book "What Bad We Do: Don't Ever Cross the Line" and the moral choices that shape our lives and society.
• Born in Haverhill, Massachusetts and raised in Elizabeth, New Jersey in a multicultural environment
• Raymond explains how his book identifies 34 common moral problems people face
• Understanding the difference between making mistakes and crossing moral lines that harm others
• Exploring how lying can escalate from small infractions to life-altering harm
• Discussing the concept of "nephoria" (negative euphoria) that drives addictive behaviors
• Examining how digital temptations create dangerous cycles that exploit vulnerable people
• The importance of godly self-esteem versus worldly self-esteem in making ethical choices
• How the "me-me-me" mentality undermines personal responsibility and social cohesion
• Why bystanders who remain silent become complicit in the evil they witness
• The need for Christian unity around core values rather than denominational divisions
To learn more about Raymond Comeau's work, visit OurSoulsDirection.com
Ep. Rating: PG-13 (Adult themes)

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CTP (S3E107) Freedom Beyond Fireworks (#4thOfJuly discussion part 2)
We delve even deeper (for this 2nd week in a row) into the ongoing battle for America's constitutional freedoms and the importance of active civic engagement beyond symbolic holiday celebrations. The continuous erosion of our rights demands more than online complaints—it requires tangible action from citizens willing to defend the republic our founders established.
• Highlighting the tradition of watching "An American Carol" during Independence Day as a reminder of ongoing attempts to diminish patriotic celebrations
• Examining recent Supreme Court decisions on free speech and affirmative action that should have been settled by previous rulings
• Clarifying the political spectrum with anarchy (no government) on the far right and totalitarianism on the far left
• Exposing the parallels between historical fascist/communist platforms and modern progressive policies
• Warning about government overreach in healthcare as a mechanism for control rather than public benefit
• Urging listeners to become Republican Party delegates and actively participate in local politics
• Discussing cultural symbols like the rainbow and the importance of reclaiming them through biblical context
• Emphasizing Reagan's warning that "freedom is but one generation away from extinction"

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CTP (S3EJulSpecial1) When Life Changes the Station: Finding Your Voice Again w/ Kim "Kid" Curry
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Former radio broadcaster turned author Kim "Kid" Curry shares his remarkable journey from a 33-year radio career to life with multiple sclerosis and his reinvention as a political fiction writer.
• Growing up as "Kimbrel" Curry in Canyon City, Colorado, where he faced bullying and physical abuse due to his unusual name
• Starting in radio at age 17 running religious programming at his hometown station, eventually becoming "Kid Curry"
• Building a successful 33-year broadcasting career, including 25 years in Miami at Power 96
• Being diagnosed with MS at age 49 after experiencing symptoms throughout his life
• The mental struggle of transitioning from famous radio personality to "the guy in the wheelchair"
• Finding a new purpose as an author of political fiction that addresses media fairness
• The importance of vitamin D and proper medication in managing his MS symptoms
• Developing a positive mindset about disability, choosing to be the one who initiates conversations
• His book series including "The Death of Fairness" and "Bonnie's Law: The Return to Fairness"
• Finding common ground between people of different political backgrounds through honest conversations
Find Kim Curry's books at krcurrycom and follow him on social media at KR Curry the author.

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CTP (S3ESpecial9, audio of previous week (20250625) Video Exclusive)
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Unpacking Popular Episodes: Flat Earth, Sky Colors, and Podcast InsightsI reveal the two most popular episodes of my podcast since launching in 2022. These science-focused episodes have surprisingly outperformed all political and religious content across our 25+ audio platforms and 5 video platforms.
• My #1 episode features Flat Earth Dave discussing the flat Earth theory, which benefits greatly from visual elements
• My #2 episode "What Color is the Sky Really?" challenges our automatic assumptions about basic truths
• Buzzsprout, iHeartRadio, and Player FM were my top 3 audio platforms in 2022
• BitChute surprisingly outperforms YouTube for my video content, while Dailymotion (France) has minimal viewership
• The "What Color is the Sky" episode uses a simple question as a metaphor for deeper philosophical exploration
• Visual elements significantly enhance understanding of complex topics discussed on the show
• Listener feedback is actively encouraged for future listener feedback episodes
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CTP (S3E106) Patriot's Popcorn: An American Carol and Our Cultural Amnesia
We explore why celebrating American freedom shouldn't be limited to the Fourth of July and the importance of remembering our constitutional rights year-round. This episode features reflections on patriotism, holiday traditions, and recommendations for media that reinforces constitutional values.
• Introduction to upcoming reprise episodes about freedom and rights beyond July 4th celebrations
• Discussion of holiday traditions including watching "An American Carol" – a film about attempts to cancel Independence Day
• Reflection on how many Americans have reduced holidays to three-day weekends rather than occasions for meaningful remembrance
• Introduction of ROAR (Restore Our American Republic) as a call for citizen engagement
• Thoughts on balancing American sovereignty with unavoidable global interconnectedness

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CTP (S3EJunSpecial8) Escaping Cult Control
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Our conversation with documentary filmmaker Scott Holman delves into the intersection of creativity, religious control systems, and the healing power of artistic expression after escaping cult environments.
• Born and raised in northern Wisconsin, Scott began his creative journey as a musician in the 1990s
• Studied photography and film in Minneapolis before focusing on documentary filmmaking
• Created "Witness Underground," documenting artists who escaped Jehovah's Witnesses and processed trauma through music
• Explains the BITE model (Behavior, Information, Thought, Emotion control) used by cults to manipulate members
• Discusses "bounded choice" - the illusion of freedom within predetermined options set by group leaders
• Shares personal experience with religious control as his parents joined Jehovah's Witnesses during his childhood
• Highlights financial incentives that corrupt religious organizations (JWs generate billions annually from literature sales)
• Emphasizes the distinction between genuine faith and harmful controlling systems
• Advocates for using art as therapy to process trauma after leaving high-control groups
• Premiered "Witness Underground" at nine film festivals including the DeCult conference in New Zealand
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CTP (S3EJunSpecial7) Faith, Freedom, and Finding Your Voice
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Xavier, an 18-year-old from Chicago with a Catholic background, shares his journey of political awakening and how COVID restrictions sparked his curiosity about government control and personal freedoms.
• Born and raised in Chicago with a Catholic upbringing that shaped his early worldview
• COVID vaccine mandates and restrictions became a turning point in his political awareness
• Growing up in left-leaning Chicago initially influenced his political perspectives until he began his own research
• The concept of "bread and circus" – how governments use distractions to maintain control over populations
• Social media functioning as modern society's biggest distraction and tool for speech control
• Cancel culture and how those who preach tolerance are often the least tolerant
• Educational experiences that seemed more focused on indoctrination than critical thinking
• The importance of debate and open dialogue versus insult-based arguments
• How younger generations are becoming more inquisitive about power structures and government control

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