The Briefing with Albert Mohler

A deep dive into the legal and religious stakes surrounding the St. Paul church disruption and questions about media involvement. A discussion of alleged conspiracy and evidence tied to the incident. A look at President Trump’s pick for the Federal Reserve and why monetary policy and federal debt matter politically. A brief personal note of gratitude and apology to listeners.

A discussion of Erich von Däniken and the rise of ancient-alien theories that swept 1970s culture. A look at scientific critiques and links between New Age ideas and occult thinking. A conversation about how the biblical canon was recognized and why the Apocrypha is treated differently. Consideration of the Nicene Creed, creeds versus Scripture, and confessions in Protestant practice. A pastoral note on a baby shower for an unwed mother.

A deep dive into California’s proposed 5% wealth tax on billionaires and the union-backed push behind it. Discussion of how wealth taxes differ from income taxes and the practical liquidity problems they create. Examination of potential billionaire departures, residency rules that complicate leaving, and the wider economic risks to California and winning states.

A sharp look at how big finance embraced and then abandoned ESG and climate pledges. Discussion of why fiduciary duty and politics undermined those commitments. Examination of corporate moral signaling and how it can backfire, using Target as a case study. A worldview-driven take on the ideological forces shaping climate and corporate behavior.

A critique of progressivism and why moral frameworks unravel without God. A look at shifting public attitudes toward LGBTQ issues and the causes behind the backlash. A spotlight on the transgender sports debate and the surprising verbal admission about defining male and female. Discussion of biological arguments affirming fixed sex categories and a call for conservatives to speak truth.

A sharp look at clashes in Minnesota over law enforcement and public order. A discussion about sanctuary cities and the dangers of nullification against federal authority. Critique of media rushes to judgment in high-profile incidents. Concerns about drag performances and recent Florida law restricting children from adult shows.

Parents may be fueling the social media crisis among children, with millions of accounts deleted under Australia's new laws. The importance of teaching the Ten Commandments is discussed as foundational for children. A 19-year-old listener seeks marriage advice, while another asks about hosting a baby shower for a child conceived out of wedlock. The roots of illicit dreams are traced back to sin and desire, not demonic influence. Lastly, the complexities of conversion and the meaning behind Jesus's descent into hell are examined.

Discover why Greenland's strategic importance has put it back in the spotlight, with insights on U.S. military responsibilities and climate-related changes. Dive into the annual gathering at Davos, where global elites discuss the controversial Great Reset and the clash between cosmopolitanism and nationalism. Hear about Florida's Supreme Court decision affecting the American Bar Association and concerns about ideological influences on professional institutions. A compelling blend of politics, economics, and cultural reflections awaits!

The podcast delves into China's alarming birthrate, now at a historic low, highlighting the failures of government coercion to reverse the trend. It contrasts China's situation with global fertility rates, discussing how modernity and women's education impact childbirth. The host also examines the link between faith and family size, suggesting that belief in God correlates with higher marriage and birth rates. Additionally, there's an intriguing discussion on the potential addition of postpartum psychosis to psychiatric classifications, questioning the interplay between politics and mental health.

The podcast explores the stark divide between Roman Catholics and Evangelicals regarding immigration policies. It highlights tensions in Minneapolis, where protesters challenge federal immigration legitimacy. A political realignment indicates a widening gender gap in voting behaviors. It also addresses the radicalization of young women globally, with a significant number expressing a desire to leave the U.S. The discussion ties family breakdown to radical attitudes, offering a Christian perspective on these pressing social issues.