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1 David French | Friends or Enemies? Overcoming Divides with Justice, Kindness, and Humility in a Polarized America 1:15:36
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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. 🎙️💡…
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 24 March 2025
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On today's episode, "Nothing is going to stop us now." That's how New Zealand First Leader Winston Peters wrapped up his State of the Nation speech in Christchurch on Sunday, despite facing seven interruptions from hecklers, dying children may not be getting the end-of-life care they deserve while the country's only publicly funded paediatric palliative care specialist is on extended leave, in South Wairarapa, two men will be in court on Monday, charged with murder of a man in Featherston on Saturday afternoon. Also on Saturday a house was shot at in Gisborne, and in the afternoon a 19-year-old was arrested for a gun related offence in Palmerston North, the All Whites are one win away from booking their place at next year's FIFA World Cup in North and Central America, and we cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.
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On today's episode, "Nothing is going to stop us now." That's how New Zealand First Leader Winston Peters wrapped up his State of the Nation speech in Christchurch on Sunday, despite facing seven interruptions from hecklers, dying children may not be getting the end-of-life care they deserve while the country's only publicly funded paediatric palliative care specialist is on extended leave, in South Wairarapa, two men will be in court on Monday, charged with murder of a man in Featherston on Saturday afternoon. Also on Saturday a house was shot at in Gisborne, and in the afternoon a 19-year-old was arrested for a gun related offence in Palmerston North, the All Whites are one win away from booking their place at next year's FIFA World Cup in North and Central America, and we cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.
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1 Morning Report Essentials for Monday 31 March 2025 26:41
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On today's episode, the government says it's keeping all options open to shake up the supermarket sector, UN organisations are pleading for more aid and ground support in Myanmar following Friday's earthquake, US Vice President JD Vance has visited Greenland, and Kerry-Anne Walsh gives us the latest on the election campaign in Australia…
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh.

1 Prince Harry accused of harassment by charity chair 4:24
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The chair of Prince Harry's HIV charity has accused him of harassment and bullying after he quit this week over a dispute he described as "devastating". Royal commentator Margaret Holder spoke to Alexa Cook.

1 Denmark PM calls JD Vance Greenland visit 'disrespectful' 3:38
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US Vice-President JD Vance during his visit accused Denmark of leaving Greenland vulnerable to incursions by China and Russia, and he asked its people to "cut a deal" with the US. Correspondent Philip Crowther is in the Greenland capital Nuuk and he spoke to Corin Dann.

1 2degrees founder optimistic for change in supermarket duopoly 5:34
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A key player in the 2007 break-up of the telecom sector says he's optimistic for the first time that change is coming for the country's supermarket duopoly. Tex Edwards spoke to Alexa Cook.
Market Update for 31 March 2025

1 Super Rugby upsets continue as Moana Pasifika beat Crusaders 3:35
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This Super Rugby season continues to be the tightest in recent memory with a huge upset over the weekend and an Australian team at the top of the standings. Rugby reporter Joe Porter spoke to Alexa Cook.

1 ASB predicts NZ economic recovery to be steady, not fast 4:29
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ASB Bank says New Zealand's economic recovery will be more Toyota Prius than Ferrari - steady, but not speedy. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuffley spoke to Corin Dann
The government says all options are on the table when it comes to breaking up the supermarket duopoly. Business editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Alexa Cook.

1 UN pleads for more aid and support in Myanmar after earthquake 4:56
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United Nations organisations are pleading for more aid and ground support in Myanmar following Friday's 7.7 earthquake, saying the situation is becoming increasingly desperate. UNHCR's Global Spokesperson for the Asia region Babar Baloch spoke to Corin Dann.

1 PM Luxon on plans for overhaul of supermarket sector 6:36
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The government says it's keeping all options open to shake up the supermarket sector. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann.

1 American generals raise threat of China's nuclear space race 6:09
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Top American generals have raised the threat of China's race for nuclear and space weapons superiority and praised a network of New Zealand and other allies during a US Senate Armed Services Committee hearing. Reporter Phil Pennington spoke to Alexa Cook.

1 Social media influencers breaking the law by promoting online casinos 3:16
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New Zealand social media influencers promoting online casino sites are being warned they are breaking the law and will be fined if the content is not taken down. Guyon Espiner has been investigating the online casino industry and filed this story.

1 Katikati community in shock after dog attack death 3:22
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A Katikati Marae spokesperson says the death of a child in a dog attack has sent shockwaves throughout the small Bay of Plenty community. Tuapiro Marae chairperson Shaan Kingi spoke to Alexa Cook.

1 Marlborough businesses eagerly await ferry announcement 4:33
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The Minister for Rail, Winston Peters, is expected to make an announcement on Monday about the replacements for KiwiRail's aging fleet of Cook Strait ferries. Marlborough Chamber of Commerce executive officer Kylie Cornelius spoke to Corin Dann.
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