The World and Everything In It
Episodes
9.9.25 Casting proxy votes, the future of conservatism, and efforts to dim the lights
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boardroom advocacy, debate over conservatism, and the problem of light pollution. Plus, celebrating red hair, Ted Kluck on college dorms, and the Tues...
9.8.25 Rewriting the bar exam, the stalled labor market, and the end of World War II
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Legal Docket, an overhaul of the bar exam; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen parses the latest job numbers; and on History Book, remembering VJ Day. Plus...
9.5.25 Culture Friday on redefining reality, a review of The Paper, and Ask the Editor
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet on truth-tellers facing backlash; Collin Garbarino reviews The Paper; and Ask the Editor. Plus, the Friday morning...
9.4.25 Update on women’s sports, analyzing child care options, and lessons from Oregon’s lava fields
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Debate continues in women’s sports, rethinking child care, and lunar training on Earth. Plus, a colossal food fight, Cal Thomas on protecting our ch...
9.3.25 Washington Wednesday, World Tour, and clean water in Ecuador
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Washington Wednesday, Hunter Baker talks politics and the Constitution; on World Tour, news from Brazil, Indonesia, Iran, Venezuela, and Vietnam; a...
9.2.25 Conflict and negotiation in the Middle East, violent crime rates in the U.S., and a review of Dopamine and Jesus
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Conflicts in the Middle East, government data on violent crime rates, and the music of Luke Bower. Plus, faking a sound of nature, Janie B. Cheaney on...
9.1.25 Legal Docket on hiding a child’s gender identity, Moneybeat on a court ruling on tariffs, and History Book on the scars from Hurricane Katrina
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Legal Docket, Christian teachers refuse to keep secrets from parents; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen talks tariffs and the showdown with the Fed gover...
8.29.25 Culture Friday on the Catholic school shooting, Steven Spielberg’s Jaws, and Listener Feedback
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Culture Friday, the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting; the 50th anniversary of Jaws; and Listener Feedback. Plus, the Friday morning newsSupport...
8.28.25 Minneapolis families mourn, Nashville families remember, advice from a cardiologist, and the Bureau of Prisons’ new direction
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The fatal shooting at a Catholic school, remembering a past Christian school shooting, tips on heart health, and a profile of the Bureau of Prisons’...
8.27.25 Hunter Baker on John Bolton and Ghislaine Maxwell, World Tour on Nigeria’s persecution, and comfort for families in crisis
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Washington Wednesday, Hunter Baker considers John Bolton’s handling of national security information; on World Tour, Christian persecution in Nig...
8.26.25 Parents rights in California, the rise of deadlier drugs, and a Pittsburgh chapel filled with religious relics
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Protecting children in California, the rise of ultra-potent opioids, and religious relics on display in Pittsburgh. Plus, searching for true love, Dan...
8.25.25 The end of affirmative action, the Fed’s possible rate-cuts, and the Americans with Disabilities Act
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Legal Docket, the end of affirmative action in college admissions; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen on possible rate cuts by the Fed; and on History Boo...
8.22.25 Culture Friday on eugenics repackaged, two global blockbusters, and the life of Dr. James Dobson
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet covers eugenics as biotech progress, a review of Asian folklore-inspired animated films, and the life and legacy o...
8.21.25 Why immigrants choose America, the shift toward natural food coloring, and a traditional Japanese art form
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Illegal immigration by the numbers, embracing natural food dyes, and restoration through creativity. Plus, Gen Z words in the dictionary, Cal Thomas o...
8.20.25 Hunter Baker on Washington Wednesday, World Tour, and worship during baseball season
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Washington Wednesday, Trump’s tech push and mail-in ballot fights; on World Tour, news from Washington D.C., Qatar, Hong Kong, India, and Hungry;...
8.19.25 Summits and proposed land swaps, organ donation concerns, and living in wartime Ukraine
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Western unity and Russian ambitions, concerns over organ donation, and building a future in wartime Ukraine. Plus, an automotive lost and found, Maria...
8.18.25 The fight over abortion pill reversals, what’s driving higher prices, and the 1775 Proclamation of Rebellion
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Legal Docket, challenges to abortion pill reversals; on Moneybeat, the real inflation story; and on History Book, the 1775 Proclamation of Rebellio...
The tech exit
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Author Clare Morell recommends breaking kids free from smartphones to restore family peace, presence, and connection
8.15.25 Culture Friday on AI’s dehumanizing turn in music, Arsenio Orteza on an elusive artist, and on Word Play the unpredictable English language
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Culture Friday on AI’s dehumanizing turn in music, Arsenio Orteza on an unconventional music prodigy David Ackles, and Word Play on our ever-shiftin...
8.14.25 Ukraine’s missing children, the decline in marriages, and ministering on the boardwalk
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ukraine’s missing children, the decline in divorce and marriage, and witnessing at the Jersey Shore. Plus, a constitutional coding mistake, Cal Thom...
8.13.25 Washington Wednesday with Hunter Baker, Australia’s censorship, and a break from screen time
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Washington Wednesday, D.C. policing, Texas Democrats, and New York’s mayoral race; on World Tour, Australia’ online censorship; and a call for ...
8.12.25 Religious protections at work, detainment at Alligator Alcatraz, and maternity care in rural America
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two lawsuits testing the limits of religious protections, deportations and due process, and rural maternity care. Plus, a hippo’s mom stare, Daniel ...
8.11.25 Legal Docket on regulating speech, Moneybeat on the Fed nominee, and History Book on the foundation for Mere Christianity
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Legal Docket, testing the boundaries of free speech; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen on the new Fed nominee, jobs data, and trade alliances; and on His...
8.8.25 Culture Friday on what kids need, a review of Sketch, and urban artists in Spain
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Culture Friday on parental rights and why biology matters, a review of Angel Studios’ Sketch, and capturing a memory with paper and pencil. Plus, th...
8.7.25 Pressuring Brazil, regulating venomous vipers, and spiritual growth on the highway
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tariffs and sanctions on Brazil, exotic animals in South Carolina, and a truck driver’s spiritual journey. Plus, the tip that changed a life, Cal Th...
8.6.25 Senate tactics and Texas standoff, renewed violence in Colombia, and chaplains encouraging flood survivors
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Washington Wednesday, blocked nominees and Texas walkouts; on World Tour, violence resurgence in Columbia; and chaplains offer hope for Texas flood...
8.5.25 U.S. maritime strategy, regulating digital currency, and teaching the Bible in a second language
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
U.S. nuclear submarines and maritime power, regulating cryptocurrency, and cross-cultural discipleship. Plus, Janie B. Cheaney on students learning to...
8.4.25 Defending religious liberty on Legal Docket, talking tariffs on Moneybeat, and History Book
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Legal Docket, defending religious liberty ; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen untangles tariffs; and on History Book, three stories from New York City. P...
8.2.25 Helping kids embrace their God-given design
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An extended interview with Dr. Kathy Koch who offers Biblical wisdom for parents navigating tough conversations in a culture of confusion.Support The ...
8.1.25 Culture Friday, Bad Guys 2, and side-hugging at church
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Culture Friday, lawlessness and the search for belonging; a review of Bad Guys 2; and the evangelical side hug. Plus, the Friday morning newsSuppor...
7.31.25 Christian win for foster care, pro-life OB-GYN struggles, and DNA for solving crimes
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A court win for an Oregon mom who wants to help kids in foster care, OB-GYNs and state pro-life laws, explaining the “heat index” and police use p...
7.30.25 Washington Wednesday trade deals and peace, Iranian crackdown on Christian converts, and aid for parents in discussing gender and sexuality
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Washington Wednesday, Hunter Baker talks about trade deals and international peace deals; on World Tour, Iran cracks down on Christians and disside...
7.29.25 Iranian Christians detained, Epstein and Obama investigations, and appealing to England’s Christian past
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The legal arguments behind Epstein and Obama investigations, Iranian Christians detained—in the US, and Mary-Clair’s debut. Plus, record-breaking ...
7.28.25 Legal Docket, Moneybeat and the World History Book
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Legal Docket, a proposal for reforming criminal justice; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen talks about financial and spiritual health; and on History Boo...
7.25.25 Culture Friday on digital shame cycles, a review of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and the July Listener Feedback
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Culture Friday, Katie McCoy on when judgment goes digital; Collin Garbarino reviews the latest Marvel Universe film The Fantastic Four: First Steps...
7.24.25 Returning awards to female athletes, phone-free classrooms, and a Congo and Rwanda peace agreement
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The NCAA gets pressure to restore titles to female athletes, schools implement cellphone restrictions, and a peace deal between Congo and Rwanda. Plus...
7.23.25 Washington Wednesday on cutting spending and releasing documents, World Tour, and visualizing creatures from fossils
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Washington Wednesday, government transparency; on World Tour, news from Cairo, Bangladesh, Chile, and India; and deciphering fossils. Plus, Superdo...
7.22.25 Attacks on Syria’s minorities, Afghan allies in limbo, and the transformation of an astronaut
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Deadly attack on minorities in Syria, uncertain future of Afghan allies, and the transformation of Charlie Duke an Apollo 16 astronaut. Plus, wife-car...
7.21.25 Legal Docket on homeless encampments, Moneybeat on inflation, and History Book on Benjamin Franklin’s postal system
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Legal Docket, the Supreme Court decision on homeless camping bans; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen unpacks inflation confusion; and on History Book, Be...
Doubletake: Evidence Unseen
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WORLD Radio’s Jenny Rough and Lynn Vincent explore how a minor misdemeanor trial raised the most significant question of all. Where did we come from...
7.18.25 Culture Friday on the Chip and Joanna Gaines controversy, a review of Smurfs, and remembering Bob Case
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Culture Friday Katie McCoy comments on the Gaineses’ shifting platform, a Smurfy reboot, a heartfelt tribute to a WORLD original - Bob Case, and ...
7.17.25 FTC looks into gender “medicine,” California loosens housing red tape, and teaching science in public schools
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
FTC targets “gender affirming care,” California seeks to increase housing, and a conversation with a Christian biologist. Plus, joyful road noise,...
7.16.25 Washington Wednesday on political realignments, World Tour on New Zealand’s population, and John MacArthur’s legacy
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Washington Wednesday, the shifting within the political parties; on World Tour, the changing population in New Zealand; and remembering John MacArt...
7.15.25 Texas reviews warning systems, Russia’s misinformation, and a trip to a maple syrup farm
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Texas evaluates emergency systems, Putin’s military strategy, and a maple syrup farm with a mission. Plus, Daniel Suhr on the First Amendment at chu...
7.14.25 Religious freedom in Africa, the fight with the Fed, and an overlooked Bible translation
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Legal Docket, the global battle for religious freedom; on Moneybeat, David Bahnsen unpacks the Powell controversy; and on History Book, an eclipsed...
7.11.25 Culture Friday on political engagement, a review of Superman, and a fond farewell to the penny on Word Play
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet on speaking out on moral issues; Collin Garbarino reviews Superman; and George Grant notes America’s smallest co...
7.10.25 Doctors give unborn baby a chance to live, President Trump’s newborn investment accounts, and the new album from My Brother’s Keeper
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Atlanta doctors save an unborn child, President Trump proposes investment accounts for newborns, and Arsenio Orteza reviews a new bluegrass album from...