Our universities seem to be collapsing, as colleges have implemented safe spaces and trigger warnings and suppress dissenting voices, mostly those of conservatives. Joining us this week to talk about his new book Conformity Colleges: The Destruction of Intellectual Creativity and Dissent in America's Universities is David Barnhizer, professor of La…

Politicians are now talking about taxes since it's an election year. Those on the right generally want to lower taxes, and those on the left want to raise them. And we as citizens usually think we pay too much. Joining us this week to talk about taxes is Dr. Brian Domitrovic, a scholar at the Laffer Center for Supply-Side Economics and a co-author …

Early voting for the primary election begins tomorrow (May 16th) and primary election day is May 21st. How should Christians think through the important issues this election season, and how can Christians vote in a way that honors God? Joining us this week to talk about these questions is Brent Leatherwood, President of the Ethics & Religious Liber…

Early voting for the primary election begins next week. How should Christians engage the public arena, and how should they form views on public policy and candidates? Joining us to talk about this important topic is Dr. Andrew T. Walker, Associate Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. We als…

Is America a Christian nation? If so, how should Christianity influence public policy? In this week's edition of the Commonwealth Matters, we are joined by Dr. Mark David Hall, professor at the Robertson School of Government at Regent University. We discuss his latest books Proclaim Liberty Through All the Land: How Christianity Has Advanced Freedo…

Is the best way to find yourself to look within? In this week's edition of the Commonwealth Matters, we are joined by Thaddeus Williams, assistant professor of Systematic Theology for Talbot School of Theology, to discuss his book Don't Follow Your Heart: Boldly Breaking the Ten Commandments of Self-Worship. Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.face…

In this week's edition of the Commonwealth Matters, we are joined by Robert Cunningham, founder and director of Christ for Kentucky and former Senior Pastor of Tates Creek Presbyterian Church. We discuss what it means to be faithful and to do God's will in our post-modern society, and we discuss his new organization Christ for Kentucky, which provi…

In light of Pres. Trump's recent support for some abortion exceptions, Alexandra DeSanctis joins us to discuss why pro-lifers shouldn't support exceptions, how abortion harms women, how we can help women, and how pro-lifers should message in future elections. Alexandra DeSanctis is a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and a contributing …

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Warren Rogers, CEO of W. Rogers Company in Lexington and concerned citizen, to discuss the problematic installation of gender neutral bathrooms in a new Lexington middle school. Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/commonwealthpolicy Follow us on Twitter: @CPC4Kentucky …

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by State Sen. Gex Williams (R-Verona) to discuss his amendment #2 to HB 278 that will implement age verification for accessing online pornography in Kentucky. Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/commonwealthpolicy Follow us on Twitter: @CPC4Kentucky E-Newsletter: https://…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by State Sen. Lindsey Tichenor (R-Smithfield) to discuss her proposed legislation in the Kentucky General Assembly that will protect our kids from drag shows, pornography, and other societal harms. Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/commonwealthpolicy Follow us on Twitte…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we welcome back Dr. Jeanne Allert, Executive Director of the Institute for Shelter Care, to further discuss human trafficking in Kentucky and how we can protect our kids. You can find out more and contact Institute for Shelter care at www.InstituteForShelterCare.org. Like and Follow us on Facebook:…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by State Rep. Josh Calloway (R-Irvington) to discuss his proposed legislation that will protect Kentucky's children from the harms of social media and gender ideology. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Miriam Grossman (M.D.) to discuss her latest book Lost in Trans Nation: A Child Psychiatrist's Guide Out of the Madness. Dr. Grossman is board certified in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. She also appeared in the the Daily Wire’s "What Is A Woman?" documentary. If you …

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Prof. Robert P. George of Princeton University to discuss celebrating Fidelity Month in June, a month dedicated to the importance of fidelity to God, spouses and families, and our country and communities. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Comm…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Greg Chafuen of Alliance Defending Freedom to discuss the conscience protection of medical professionals and State Rep. Steve Rawling's bill HB 49. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ri…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by State Sen. Mike Wilson (R-Bowling Green) to discuss his latest bill that would forbid Kentucky colleges and universities from penalizing students or employees for not supporting discriminating concepts (SB 6). If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Jason Pettus of Living Hope Baptist Church in Bowling Green to discuss the effect of sin upon our culture today and the hope the gospel provides for us and for our culture. Join us on February 8 at Living Hope Baptist Church to hear Dr. Albert Mohler speak on the same issues…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Rachel Citak of Right to Life of Greater Cincinnati to discuss how the pro-life movement can better message our position, what the state of the pro-life movement in Kentucky is right now, and we discuss the abortion restrictions being proposed in the Kentucky legislature. Sign up f…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by State Sen. Robby Mills (R-Henderson), and former RLt. Governor candidate, to discuss lessons he learned on the campaign trail in local and state-wide races. Sign up for our candidate training that will take place on February 2-3 at www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org. If you would lik…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Jeanne Allert, Executive Director of the Institute for Shelter Care, to discuss human trafficking in the United States and in Kentucky. You can find out more and contact Institute for Shelter care at www.InstituteForShelterCare.org. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Miranda Stovall, a mom of JPCS students who took initiative to remove pornographic content from the school libraries. She is also the co-founder of Freedom in Education. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please emai…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Jeffrey Barrows, Senior Vice President of Bioethics and Public Policy for Christian Medical & Dental Associations, to discuss conscience protections in the medical field. Recently, many medical professionals are being pressured to violate their consciences when it comes to perf…

Dive into the world of flavours and diplomacy in our latest episode as we explore the intersection of gastronomy and international relations. From shared meals shaping global perceptions to culinary diplomacy fostering cross-cultural understanding, join us on uncovering secret ingredients behind the power of food in building bridges and forging con…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Ron Hicks to discuss the true meaning of Christmas and the hope of the gospel. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠richard@commonwealthpolicy.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The Commonwealth Matters has m…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Greg Brock of Invest in Education to discuss the need for educational freedom, respond to objections, and discuss a federal bill that will expand educational freedom at the national level. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy …

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Rosaria Butterfield, a homeschool mother, author, and speaker, to discuss her latest book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age. These lies are about sexuality, faith, feminism, gender roles, and modesty. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Common…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Scott Klusendorf, the President of Life Training Institute, to discuss his latest book The Case for Life and how the pro-life movement can win the hearts and minds of Americans to become pro-life. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth…

Brace yourselves for a captivating ride with our host Ms. Farah Dhiba as she chats with Dato’ Sudha Devi. From diplomatic tales to the future of the Commonwealth Foundation, Dato’ Sudha shares on her inspirational journey, challenges faced, and victories celebrated throughout her career as a diplomat and the Chair of the Commonwealth Foundation. Do…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Thomas Kidd, a professor and historian at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, to discuss the first Thanksgiving and how to study history from a Christian perspective. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, pleas…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by former US Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to discuss educational freedom and why Kentucky needs to expand school choice. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠richard@commonwealthpolicy.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Th…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Brad and Stacy Briscoe to discuss parental rights in the public school system. An Anderson Co. school guidance counselor encouraged their daughter to pursue a same-sex relationship and distance the daughter from her parents, resulting in CPS showing up at their door. If you would l…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Bob Russell, retired Senior Pastor of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, to discuss how Christians should think about voting in the upcoming governor's election. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email…

Join our host, Ms. Jasmine Jawhar, in an exciting new episode as we catch up with Her Excellency Mazita Marzuki, High Commissioner of Malaysia to New Zealand. Her Excellency shares her perspective as a woman in diplomacy, managing work-life balance, and the indigenous empowerment of New Zealand.By IDFR Malaysia

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Robin Sertell, an abortion survivor and sought-after pro-life advocate, to discuss the need for Kentucky's pro-life laws. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠richard@commonwealthpolicy.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. …

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Brittanie Bogard, a brave woman who puts a face to the difficult circumstances of conception. Her mother was raped and chose life. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠richard@commonwealthpolicy.org⁠…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Pastor Jason Pettus of Living Hope Baptist Church in Bowling Green, KY to discuss the importance of evangelism for the Christian, the Church, and the culture. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rich…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Elaine Donnelly, founder and president of The Center for Military Readiness to discuss the latest DEI policies of the military, including the policy of the military paying for inter-state travel for servicewomen seeking abortions. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Exec…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by former Attorney General Paul Summers of Tennessee and former Attorney General Stephen Rosenthal of Virginia to discuss the recent attempts of Pres. Biden and other Democrats at packing the US Supreme Court. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Co…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Jordan Ballor to discuss the Center for Religion, Culture, and Democracy's Religious Freedom in the States index. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠richard@commonwealthpolicy.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The Comm…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Rachel Ferguson, an economics professor at Concordia University, to discuss her book Black Liberation Through the Marketplace. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠richard@commonwealthpolicy.org⁠⁠⁠…

In this episode of Diplomatic Dispatch, Ms. Sharon Ho Swee Peng, the Undersecretary of Human Rights and Humanitarian Division, Wisma Putra shared about Malaysia's participation in the Human Rights Universal Periodic Review (UPR). Together with host Ms. Siti Nur Shazliza Muhammad Fauzi, let’s delve into this interesting topic.…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Mark Tooley, President of the Institute on Religion & Democracy, to discuss the schism in the United Methodist Church over LGBT issues. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠richard@commonwealthpolicy.o…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by former US Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to discuss educational freedom and why Kentucky needs to expand school choice. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠⁠richard@commonwealthpolicy.org⁠⁠⁠⁠. The …

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Andrew Walker to discuss the Christian's role in the public square in contrast to the vision of the current Christian nationalism movement. Register for the event at wwww.commonwealthpolicycenter.org/event If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. Jonathan Leeman to discuss his new book Authority: How Godly Rule Protects the Vulnerable, Strengthens Communities, and Promotes Human Flourishing. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠⁠⁠richard@commo…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by Dr. John Wilsey of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Dr. Colin Smothers of the Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood to discuss Christian nationalism and the biblical and historical response to this popular movement. Register for the event at wwww.commonwealthpolicy…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by State Senator Robby Mills (Henderson-R) to discuss AG Cameron selecting him to be Cameron's running mate in the governor's race. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email ⁠richard@commonwealthpolicy.org⁠. The C…

In this week's edition of The Commonwealth Matters we are joined by State Treasurer Allison Ball and State Auditor Mike Harmon to discuss the Beshear Administration's mishandling of disaster relief funds. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email richard@commonwealthpolicy.org.…

In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with none other than the esteemed Director General of the Institute of Diplomacy & Foreign Relations (IDFR) Malaysia, Ambassador Dr Shazelina Zainul Abidin. Join us as we delve into her inspiring vision for the next generation of diplomats, gaining valuable insights into the institute's compreh…