SCP Play Ep. 23: The Woodlands Part 2

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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. 🎙️💡…

4 years ago 58:26

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The dawn of a new day, Delta Four is a bit sleepy but they have their breakfast and are on the case (pass the syrup please)!
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SCP Play Ep. 23: The Woodlands Part 2

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How The G.R.I.N.C.H. Stole Christmas: An SCP Play Holiday Special 3:19:59

3 years ago3:19:59

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We've been away for a while, but we wanted to extend a gift to our loyal followers as a thank you gift for sticking with us through this unexpected hiatus. Please enjoy this One-Shot we recorded over a year ago, and please welcome our various cats that come to say hi throughout! Thank you all again, and we look forward to releasing new content in the New Year! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 36: The Woodlands Part 15 54:57

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Delta-Four faces off against their greatest enemy yet, a tree! Promotion of the week: Tom Rory Parsons! (Again!) Click here for the SCP-1730 Soundtrack! Click here for the twitter announcement! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 35: The Woodlands Part 14 1:06:58

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Delta-Four meets Grace, some Friendly Neighborhood Trees, and some folks who are ungrateful for free Pocket Pancakes! (The nerve!) Promotion of the week: Oceana Click here to donate! Click here to go to their shop! Click here for some quick facts! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 34: The Woodlands Part 13 1:03:17

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Wow these plants are weird! Wonder if there'll be a cliffhanger in this one? Promotion of the week: Bisexual Resource Center Click here for more info on their website. Click here for a super cute bi bee pin! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 33: The Woodlands Part 12 51:28

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Pancake Planning Party! *Disclaimer* Less fun than it sounds. Also, don't take Skylar's seat or Skylar's leg's seat either. Promotion of the week: Lambert House Click here to donate & learn about Lambert House. Click here for LGBTQ+ D&D merch, supporting Lambert House! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 32: The Woodlands Part 11 45:55

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It's the dawn of a new day and Skylar gets a Leg-up! Promotion of the Week: Get Vaccinated! Click here to find a vaccination center near you. Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 31: The Woodlands Part 10 51:21

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Skylar's sermon. CW: Graphic depictions of violence involving animals. Promotion of the week: Asian Mental Health Collective Click here to learn about Asian Mental Health Collective. Click here to donate. Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 30: The Woodlands Part 9 53:21

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Skylar could use a helping hand (or maybe a leg or two). Delta-Four decided to split up, that should end well! Promotion of the week: The Okra Project Click here to learn about The Okra Project. Click here to donate. SCP Archives featured Hannah and Kenneth! Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts. Click here to listen on Spotify. Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 29: The Woodlands Part 8 1:03:56

4 years ago1:03:56

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"What do you know about gods?" asked the god. Delta-Four doesn't know that much as it turns out... Promotion of the week: Education on Wendigos Click here to read/listen to some actual myths on Wendigos. Click here for a well written synopsis on the Wendigo and its misrepresentation. Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 28: The Woodlands Part 7 59:15

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Delta Four must now decide how to deal with the corrupted creature that lies before them. Promotion of the week: Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Community Fund Click here to Donate! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 27: The Woodlands Part 6 56:01

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The False Wendigo. Promotion of the week: Partnership With Native Americans (PWNA) Click here to Donate! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 26: The Woodlands Part 5 1:07:55

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Delta-Four decides it is a good time to regroup after finding out how hard wood can be, just in time for more players to enter the game. (We also spend way too much time deciding on usernames). Promotion of the week: LARK Gaming & Mischief Network Click here for their Twitch page! Click here to follow them on Twitter! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 25: The Woodlands Part 4 51:33

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After making some BIG discoveries, Delta-4 has some more adventuring to do. Will they find the creature in time? Will they solve the mysteries of the Woodlands? Will Keeper Kenneth ever stop throwing new secrets at them so they can rest for a minute? ( Never! ) Promotion of the week: Mental Health America! Click here to donate! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 24: The Woodlands Part 3 1:07:57

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Into the Wood(land)s! Many strange and amazing things are out here and things are about to get hairy. Promotion of the week: Danyelle Ellett! Click here for her 'About Me'! Click here for her Ko-fi to support! Click here for our Link Tree to follow and support the show on Discord, Patreon, Twitter, and more! Show Details, Links, and Credits on our SCP Wiki Hub: http://www.scpwiki.com/scp-play-podcast-hub…

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SCP Play Ep. 23: The Woodlands Part 2 58:26

4 years ago58:26