Isaac and Joseph Share the Bad News

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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. 🎙️💡…

10 years ago 2:03

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Colonel Fetherton informs Admiral Williams of Joanna's escape and possible theft of her grounded ship the Mockingbird.

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Steamboys Radioshow

Isaac and Joseph Share the Bad News

Steamboys Radioshow

published 10 years ago

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Colonel Fetherton informs Admiral Williams of Joanna's escape and possible theft of her grounded ship the Mockingbird.

12 episodes

#Theater #Steampunk #Play #Radioplay #Steamboys Radioshow #Arts #Audiodrama #SciFi

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Episode 1: Meeting the Team / by: Jason Lewing 33:44

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(REVISED VERSION - BETTER, LOUDER VOLUME) Newly disgraced Captain Joanna Williams breaks out of prison with the help of her lieutenant, Jackson Collins. Together they enlist the help of their navigator and his autistic brother, Jerry, and all devise a plan to steal back their airship and fly away from the country who betrayed them and now calls them traitor. Written / Produced by Jason Lewing Cast: Brooke Martin - Joanna Williams Michael Frimenko - Jackson Collins Phil Baker - Charles Bob Lamar - Jerry Andrew Metzger - August James Poule - Chief Justice All original music by: Mark Rossmore (escapetheclouds.com)…

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Discovery Imminent. Jerry Wants A Telescope 2:13

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With everyone desperately hiding within the Mockingbird, which is itself hidden within a quickly evaporating mist cloud, and with clockwork search bots hovering overhead, Jerry tries to talk with his brother at an extremely wrong moment.

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Isaac and Joseph Share the Bad News 2:03

10 years ago2:03

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Colonel Fetherton informs Admiral Williams of Joanna's escape and possible theft of her grounded ship the Mockingbird.

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Introducing the Dandy Lions! Brilliant Pirates of the Sky! 4:50

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Captain Squash of his ship, the infamous Slutty Sara, along with Knackles his quartermaster, and Howler his lookout and unfortunately annoying relation, scan the skies as they come upon Joanna and Joseph and witness their emotional exchange (as heard in the clip titled "Father and Daughter Re-Unite".…

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Friends! Not Enemies! 2:30

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Joanna pulls a gun on Jack as he tries to leave the bridge in order to help Jerry bring the ship back in order. He sees Joanna as someone now losing her mind amidst the storm that threatens to destroy them all.

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Putting Out The Fire 1:44

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Charlie argues with Joanna to get her to let him give dousing the ship's outside hull fire another go. She has made an executive decision to dive straight out of the clouds, risking their capture.

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Witnesses 2:23

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Jack and Joanna converse after they have fired upon her father's airship.

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Premier Trailer for Steamboys. A New Local Radio Play Podcast 5:08

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The trailer for an exciting new steampunk sci-fi adventure following the exploits of fugitive and ex-navy captain of the nation of North Atlantic. Join Joanna Williams and her band of outlaws on their adventures to clear their names and bring justice to their once loved land.

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Helmsley and Joseph in the Midst of Chaos 0:54

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The Admiral and Corporal Helmsley out on the deck of the navy's flagship, Cloudstrife, attempt to block Joanna from escaping.

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Father and daughter reunite 2:27

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Joseph, the Fleet Admiral of North Atlantic, finally catches up with his daughter, Joanna the now fugitive, and they reunite on the decks of their own airships in mid-air. A most unhappy reunion, this father/daughter relationship is complicated at best, though they were close and not estranged. Both have to deal with the new circumstances involving her escape.…

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Episode 4 Scene 4 1:46

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