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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. 🎙️💡…

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The podcast for the everyday tournament grinder, the Spike Feed specializes in tournament news and card finance.

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500! 30:00

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Somehow, after ten years, we hit 500 episodes. Crazy. This week we take a look at a UW list, and go over the latest banned and restricted announcement. We also dive into a new video game and some documentaries. We are taking a little break because of some crazy schedules. Stay Tuned. Thank you for your honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 499 - Burpees 31:05

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We’re back after another week hiatus. And we dive into the Pro Tour and the latest Explorer Anthology. We also talk about some of the summer blockbusters of July. Thank you for your honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 498 - Getting Started with Flesh and Blood 40:24

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We take a break from the normal format of the show and take a deep dive into how to get started with Flesh and Blood. Thank you for your honor. A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS

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Episode 497 - Party on Garth 35:30

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We’re back to talk about Esper control in Standard, and how the one ring rules the non-rotating format. We also talk about the Bear Season 2 and FAB. Thank you for your honor. A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS

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Episode 496 - The Fellowship Reunited 29:42

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After a harrowing journey across the land of Kansas City, Cameron arrives on the doorstep of Castle Nower. They are changed men from the last time they saw each other… We record an off-the-cuff episode sharing our experiences with Lord of the Rings, Flesh and Blood, video games, and TV. Thank you for your honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 495 - My 3 a.m. Boys 33:25

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Middle Earth is a upon and and we take a look at the new Lord of the Rings set in terms on sealed. (why wasn’t this a Standard set again?) We also talk about Chromatic Cube, the Magic Con Vegas 100K event. Finally we talk Flash and Final Fantasy. Thank you for your honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 494 - The Flu Game 29:36

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After a week hiatus, we come back to talk about this new-ish Standard. We’re both playing around with the UW list. It has some potential. Does Standard have the lasting power to remain fresh throughout the summer? We also take a look at the new Apple headset and talk Spiderman. Thank you for your honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 493 - Banned Cast Episode 493 29:56

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Wizards is ending the month of May with some big shake ups for Standard. We take a look at the latest B&R announcement and wonder what Standard will look like this summer. We also take a look at some movies and talk Flesh and Blood. Thank you for your honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 492 - MtG: An Excuse to Talk about Watches 31:15

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We dive into the metagame of Standard and Explorer. And then we ask what Standard should look like after the ban announcement that’s happening on May 29. We also talk about the new TNMT video game. Thank you for your honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 491 - Eldraine The Ex-Girlfriend 33:29

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A relatively quiet week, but we take a look at Aetherworks Marvel in Explorer. Discuss the latest news about Standard rotation, and talk Zelda. Thank you for your honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 490 - Exfoliating 31:57

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Big news dropped this week when Wizards announced that they are cancelling rotation and allowing for the current set of cards to remain for another year. We ask if this addresses the issues plaguing competitive play and Standard. We also talk video games and movies. Thank you for your honor. A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 489 - No News is Great News 32:37

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It was a light week in terms of news, but we’ve been hitting draft hard for March of the Machines. We take a look at how the new set is impacting Standard, and we wonder what deck will win the upcoming Pro Tour. Thank you for you honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 488 - March of the Machines Review 33:56

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After a week hiatus, we’re back and just in time for the release of March of the Machines. We take a look at the set from a sealed/draft perspective, and give our initial impressions. We also talk about tactical video games and a new action film. Thank you for your honor. Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 487 - The More You Know 41:19

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This week we go over the Explorer metagame and talk about Shadows Over Innistrad Draft. We take a look at a few of the most re Cameron McCoy - @Cameron_McCoy Curtis Nower - @CurtisNow Our show - @SpikeFeedMTG Music by Micah Jones cent spoiled cards and talk about the game Skyrim…again. Thank you for your honor. A Magic: The Gathering Podcast RSS…

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Episode 486 - Spring Colors 36:17

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