The Stephen Mansfield Podcast

In yet another example of how institutions as we know them are being remade, keep your eye on Hollywood. Even before the LA Fires, many observed Hollywood in a freefall. Listen in as Stephen talks about the factors that have led to this and what we might see next.LEARN MORE:Website: https://stephenmansfield.tv/Instagram: https://instagram.com/mansfieldwrites/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MansfieldWrites

Why are we holding big national events in a church run by one of the smallest denominations? At the National Prayer service, the nation and international media were subject to hearing a small narrow political agenda from the presiding bishop of one of the most liberal Christian denominations. What opportunity was lost? What are the options for the next National Prayer service?LEARN MORE:Website: https://stephenmansfield.tv/Instagram: https://instagram.com/mansfieldwrites/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MansfieldWrites

In President Jimmy Carter’s own words, he was a good man, but a mediocre president. His impact after his presidency was stellar. How did he go from mediocre to stellar? Listen in as Stephen breaks down some leadership aspects and the shadows they cast.LEARN MORE:Website: https://stephenmansfield.tv/Instagram: https://instagram.com/mansfieldwrites/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MansfieldWrites

The sheer pace of change means you’re going to have to be intentional in order to keep up. In this episode, Stephen recommends you identify your areas of expertise, master the story, and analyze what it means. Then you’ll know the times and be ready for what’s coming in 2025.LEARN MORE:Website: https://stephenmansfield.tv/Instagram: https://instagram.com/mansfieldwrites/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MansfieldWrites

People have a tendency to think things will be calmer, more peaceful after we get past _________ (fill in the blank). But it never turns out that way. Rather than looking at a future time to bring peace, let’s talk about how to find peace in the midst of the storm.The Story of Christmas: https://stephenmansfield.tv/the-story-of-christmas/The Story of Santa Claus: https://stephenmansfield.tv/the-story-of-santa-claus/LEARN MORE:Website: https://stephenmansfield.tv/Instagram: https://instagram.com/mansfieldwrites/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MansfieldWrites

There are times in history a government pursues policies contrary to their own interests, making foolish decisions, and then stumbling into war. With Joe Biden’s recent decision to allow the use of long-range missiles in Ukraine, he is setting the US up for an escalation of that war and handing Donald Trump a stink bomb. If cooler heads don’t prevail, we may stumble into a nuclear war with Russia.Get "The March of Folly:" https://www.amazon.com/March-Folly-Troy-Vietnam/dp/0345308239LEARN MORE:Website: https://stephenmansfield.tv/Instagram: https://instagram.com/mansfieldwrites/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MansfieldWrites

Today Stephen answers a millennial’s questions about the 2024 election. Listen in as Jonas Litton, our podcast producer, asks about the things on many of our minds. How relevant is the electoral college? Was this a landslide? What will Trump do his first days in office? Where is our country headed? All this and more in today’s episode.LEARN MORE:Website: https://stephenmansfield.tv/Instagram: https://instagram.com/mansfieldwrites/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MansfieldWrites

The 2024 election saw Donald Trump's surprising victory, bolstered by 'stealth voters' and shifting demographics. Young voters and changes in black and Hispanic communities played a significant role. The analysis highlights a disconnect between political elites and the electorate, shedding light on underperforming candidates. Additionally, the growing discontent among blue-collar workers contrasts with urban elites' perspectives, illustrating the rising frustrations about everyday struggles, such as border security and inflation, influencing the political landscape.

A relatively small number of people from a particular demographic will decide who the next president will be. In this episode, I break down the numbers required to win and make some observations about the candidates’ campaigns and their current trajectories. LEARN MORE:Website: https://stephenmansfield.tv/Instagram: https://instagram.com/mansfieldwrites/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MansfieldWrites

To the extent that people read, is the extent to which the society is advancing. Reading increases our capacity for knowledge, creativity, inventiveness, and emotional intelligence. But reading is declining dramatically. Eight of the top 10 books sold on Amazon are children’s books. Listen in to hear why this is a crisis."The Elite College Students Who Can’t Read Books" (The Atlantic): https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2024/11/the-elite-college-students-who-cant-read-books/679945/LEARN MORE:Website: https://stephenmansfield.tv/Instagram: https://instagram.com/mansfieldwrites/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MansfieldWrites