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Audio Shows
Defending Faith, Family and Freedom Podcast with Gary Bauer
Boldly Proclaiming "Jesus Is King"
October 31, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending, Faith, Family, and Freedom, Gary Bauer examines dueling church appearances by Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. The candidates speak frankly about their faith and their comments are very revealing. One candidate wants to protect religious liberty, while the other threatens it. Men and women of faith face a stark choice on Election Day.
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Boldly Proclaiming "Jesus Is King
October 24, 2024
This week, Gary describes the dramatic moment two young Christian men proclaimed the name of Jesus at a rally celebrating abortion on demand. What happens next might determine who leads America in the years ahead. Listen to this exciting account of what it means to boldly proclaim the truth to a broken nation.
October 24, 2024
This week, Gary describes the dramatic moment two young Christian men proclaimed the name of Jesus at a rally celebrating abortion on demand. What happens next might determine who leads America in the years ahead. Listen to this exciting account of what it means to boldly proclaim the truth to a broken nation.
Speak Up For Free Speech
October 17, 2024
In this episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom, Gary Bauer speaks out against censorship and efforts to intimidate American citizens into silence. Free speech is under siege in a variety of ways from government bureaucrats and so-called "experts" who don't trust the American people. Bauer shares remarks from billionaire Bill Gates and former Democrat presidential nominees John Kerry and Hillary Clinton to expose the left's tyrannical instinct to silence debate. This podcast did air last week.
October 17, 2024
In this episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom, Gary Bauer speaks out against censorship and efforts to intimidate American citizens into silence. Free speech is under siege in a variety of ways from government bureaucrats and so-called "experts" who don't trust the American people. Bauer shares remarks from billionaire Bill Gates and former Democrat presidential nominees John Kerry and Hillary Clinton to expose the left's tyrannical instinct to silence debate. This podcast did air last week.
Speak Up For Free Speech
October 10, 2024
In this episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom, Gary Bauer speaks out against censorship and efforts to intimidate American citizens into silence. Free speech is under siege in a variety of ways from government bureaucrats and so-called "experts" who don't trust the American people. Bauer shares remarks from billionaire Bill Gates and former Democrat presidential nominees John Kerry and Hillary Clinton to expose the left's tyrannical instinct to silence debate.
October 10, 2024
In this episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom, Gary Bauer speaks out against censorship and efforts to intimidate American citizens into silence. Free speech is under siege in a variety of ways from government bureaucrats and so-called "experts" who don't trust the American people. Bauer shares remarks from billionaire Bill Gates and former Democrat presidential nominees John Kerry and Hillary Clinton to expose the left's tyrannical instinct to silence debate.
Gary Bauer Dissects the Vance-Walz Three Against One Debate
October 3, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer dissects the vice-presidential debate between Senator J.D. Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The big take-aways, according to Bauer, were: 1) The moderators fact-checked Vance on abortion law in Minnesota. They were dead wrong. Walz signed a law in Minnesota that allows abortion through nine months of pregnancy and grants legal protections to abortion providers who administer no life-saving medical intervention to babies who survive an abortion, even when they are full-term. The Minnesota Department of Health reported that eight babies died this way since Walz signed the bill into law. 2) Walz, to justify mass illegal immigration, quoted Matthew 25:40, "And the King will answer them, 'Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.'" Context is important. There is much theological debate on what Jesus meant by this, but some experts say He may have been referring to His disciples. But suggesting society must extend this grace as mass amnesty to 10+ million lawbreaking individuals is likely a stretch and a poor biblical interpretation. 3) Applying the governor's exegesis, one could also strongly argue that vice presidential candidate Walz could include preborn children in "the least of these." Listen to this post-debate podcast for more from Bauer, and share it with your family and friends.
October 3, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer dissects the vice-presidential debate between Senator J.D. Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The big take-aways, according to Bauer, were: 1) The moderators fact-checked Vance on abortion law in Minnesota. They were dead wrong. Walz signed a law in Minnesota that allows abortion through nine months of pregnancy and grants legal protections to abortion providers who administer no life-saving medical intervention to babies who survive an abortion, even when they are full-term. The Minnesota Department of Health reported that eight babies died this way since Walz signed the bill into law. 2) Walz, to justify mass illegal immigration, quoted Matthew 25:40, "And the King will answer them, 'Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.'" Context is important. There is much theological debate on what Jesus meant by this, but some experts say He may have been referring to His disciples. But suggesting society must extend this grace as mass amnesty to 10+ million lawbreaking individuals is likely a stretch and a poor biblical interpretation. 3) Applying the governor's exegesis, one could also strongly argue that vice presidential candidate Walz could include preborn children in "the least of these." Listen to this post-debate podcast for more from Bauer, and share it with your family and friends.
Religious Liberty Is on the November Ballot: Former President Trump Pleads with Christians to Vote for Freedom
September 26, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer discusses the history of Supreme Court decisions, dating from the 1960s until today, that have significantly weakened religious freedoms. Bauer plays a recent speech given by former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, where he pleaded with Christians and gun owners to vote for their God-given inalienable rights. Listen to this vital podcast and share it with your family and friends.
September 26, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer discusses the history of Supreme Court decisions, dating from the 1960s until today, that have significantly weakened religious freedoms. Bauer plays a recent speech given by former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania, where he pleaded with Christians and gun owners to vote for their God-given inalienable rights. Listen to this vital podcast and share it with your family and friends.
Unmasking Extremes: Gary Bauer Exposes the Deadly Agenda Behind the Left's War on Trump and American Values
September 19, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer discusses what he calls the despicable and potentially deadly consequences associated with the Democratic Party leadership's eight-year strategy to dehumanize former President Donald Trump. Bauer denounces Vice President Kamala Harris for her tacit approval of violent rhetoric. And it's not just her un-American Marxist tactics described above. Harris is in favor of brutality in American cities, supporting the decriminalization of crime! Harris is extreme on abortion, supporting the painful killing of preborn babies up to birth! In the 2024 General Election, the contrast cannot be starker. One party will deploy brute force and fascistic methods to control the citizenry that will not comply, and the other wants Americans to live in freedom, liberty, and peace. Listen to this eye-opening podcast and share it with your family and friends.
September 19, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer discusses what he calls the despicable and potentially deadly consequences associated with the Democratic Party leadership's eight-year strategy to dehumanize former President Donald Trump. Bauer denounces Vice President Kamala Harris for her tacit approval of violent rhetoric. And it's not just her un-American Marxist tactics described above. Harris is in favor of brutality in American cities, supporting the decriminalization of crime! Harris is extreme on abortion, supporting the painful killing of preborn babies up to birth! In the 2024 General Election, the contrast cannot be starker. One party will deploy brute force and fascistic methods to control the citizenry that will not comply, and the other wants Americans to live in freedom, liberty, and peace. Listen to this eye-opening podcast and share it with your family and friends.
Gary Bauer Challenges American Pastors to Give an Election Sermon
September 12, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer challenges American pastors to give an election sermon. Wait a minute! What about the separation of church and state, you ask? Bauer provides compelling historical evidence, dating from the origins of America to today, to support his argument for pastors speaking into civic and moral electoral issues. Bauer also shares a brief sermon by Cornerstone Chapel Pastor Gary Hamrick on the true intent of separation of church and state. Listen to this fascinating podcast and share it with your pastor today.
September 12, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer challenges American pastors to give an election sermon. Wait a minute! What about the separation of church and state, you ask? Bauer provides compelling historical evidence, dating from the origins of America to today, to support his argument for pastors speaking into civic and moral electoral issues. Bauer also shares a brief sermon by Cornerstone Chapel Pastor Gary Hamrick on the true intent of separation of church and state. Listen to this fascinating podcast and share it with your pastor today.
VP Kamala Harris's Bad Week
September 5, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer recounts Vice President Kamala Harris's very bad week. Harris faced significant backlash last week, as her campaign efforts coincided with the third anniversary of the Abbey Gate bombing (outside of the Kabul Airport) in Afghanistan—a tragic event during the Biden-Harris administration that resulted in the deaths of 13 American servicemen and women. While Harris was on the campaign trail, former President Donald Trump attended a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, invited by the Gold Star families of those killed in the bombing. When images of Trump at the ceremony went viral, Harris criticized him for politicizing the event, sparking outrage from the grieving families. They condemned her remarks as "heinous, vile, and disgusting" and praised Trump for offering them solace during their time of grief. Kelly Barnett, whose son was among the fallen, defended Trump's actions, highlighting his ongoing support. Harris's failure to acknowledge the names of the deceased has only deepened the families' anger. Listen now.
September 5, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer recounts Vice President Kamala Harris's very bad week. Harris faced significant backlash last week, as her campaign efforts coincided with the third anniversary of the Abbey Gate bombing (outside of the Kabul Airport) in Afghanistan—a tragic event during the Biden-Harris administration that resulted in the deaths of 13 American servicemen and women. While Harris was on the campaign trail, former President Donald Trump attended a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, invited by the Gold Star families of those killed in the bombing. When images of Trump at the ceremony went viral, Harris criticized him for politicizing the event, sparking outrage from the grieving families. They condemned her remarks as "heinous, vile, and disgusting" and praised Trump for offering them solace during their time of grief. Kelly Barnett, whose son was among the fallen, defended Trump's actions, highlighting his ongoing support. Harris's failure to acknowledge the names of the deceased has only deepened the families' anger. Listen now.
Gary Bauer Marks the Third Anniversary of the Biden-Harris Administration's Catastrophic Withdrawal from Afghanistan
August 29, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer marks the three-year anniversary of the Biden-Harris administration's deadly and disgraceful withdrawal from Afghanistan. The fatal attack by a suicide bomber killed 13 Marines who were supporting evacuation operations at the Hamid Karzai International Airport. Don't miss this somber but insightful podcast.
August 29, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer marks the three-year anniversary of the Biden-Harris administration's deadly and disgraceful withdrawal from Afghanistan. The fatal attack by a suicide bomber killed 13 Marines who were supporting evacuation operations at the Hamid Karzai International Airport. Don't miss this somber but insightful podcast.
Gary Bauer and John Stemberger Discuss the Power and Influence of Christian Citizenship
August 22, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer interviews John Stemberger, president of Liberty Counsel Action and senior counsel of Liberty Counsel. The two discuss the considerable controversy in the American Church about the proper role of Christians and their pastors concerning the governance of society. One faction believes that Christians and church leaders have a biblically grounded obligation to weigh into matters of public affairs. The other side believes that public policy has no place in local churches. Stemberger calls the latter "…bad theology, believing somehow that the Church is an institution that shouldn't engage in culture, that it should only focus on ecclesiastical matters and theology." Stemberger says that at least once every two years, pastors must weigh into elections with their congregations, and clearly and powerfully define the various positions of political parties on matters important to Christ-followers. Not doing so would mean misunderstanding the Christian's role in society. You won't want to miss this critically important discussion. Listen now.
August 22, 2024
In this week's episode of Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom with Gary Bauer, senior vice president of public policy at the James Dobson Family Institute, Bauer interviews John Stemberger, president of Liberty Counsel Action and senior counsel of Liberty Counsel. The two discuss the considerable controversy in the American Church about the proper role of Christians and their pastors concerning the governance of society. One faction believes that Christians and church leaders have a biblically grounded obligation to weigh into matters of public affairs. The other side believes that public policy has no place in local churches. Stemberger calls the latter "…bad theology, believing somehow that the Church is an institution that shouldn't engage in culture, that it should only focus on ecclesiastical matters and theology." Stemberger says that at least once every two years, pastors must weigh into elections with their congregations, and clearly and powerfully define the various positions of political parties on matters important to Christ-followers. Not doing so would mean misunderstanding the Christian's role in society. You won't want to miss this critically important discussion. Listen now.
