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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. 🎙️💡…

Skate Space

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Brought to you by The Skatepark Project, Skate Space (formerly known as The Skatepark Podcast) covers everything you want and need to know about skateparks, skate spots and public skatepark development. Join hosts Trevor Staples, Andre Taylor and Alec Beck for tips, tricks and all the insight a skatepark advocate (or skateboard nerd) needs to know to achieve more skate space in your community.

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Introducing Our 2022-23 Fellowship Cohort: Youth Advocates Shaping Skatepark Advocacy and Community Development 1:29:31

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In January 2022, TSP hosted the Fellowship Program cohort for their firstprogram retreat in San Diego, CA. The advocacy training and project design program aims to build more knowledgeable, diverse, and equipped skatepark advocates, designers, and programmers and has already helped our first group of 12 fellows make a positive impact in the social skate space. The trip allowed the fellows to connect in person and see firsthand what it takes to create and maintain quality community skate spaces. Listen in to learn more about the program, the fellows, and their skatepark advocacy journey to-date!…

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Episode 46 - The TSP Fellows Program 22:29

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The Skatepark Project is back with a look into their newest program and an introduction to their newest family member, Nicole Humphrey. Join Andre, Trevor, Nicole and Alec as they jump into the skatepark world and discuss the value of the new program and other new offerings from TSP.

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Skateboarding's inclusion in the 2021 Olympics (from Tokyo!) 1:30:32

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On this episode of Skate Space: Trevor, Andre and Alec discuss Skateboarding's inclusion in the Olympics (from Tokyo!) Hear from pro skaters (like Sky Brown, Axel Cruysberghs, Pedro Barros, Alana Smith, Rune Glifberg, Heimana Reynolds, Keegan Palmer, Andy Anderson, Poppy Star Olsen and more) turned Olympians, event officials, and what the term "Olympic Skatepark" really means. For more about The Skatepark Project, head to Skatepark.org. For more about skatepark advocacy, head to skatepark.org/start .…

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Skate Space (Formerly known as The Skatepark Podcast) is back! 36:55

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Skate Space (Formerly known as The Skatepark Podcast) is back with more public skatepark chat! The crew from The Skatepark Project discusses all things skatepark advocacy and action sports. Get up to speed to learn what to expect from season 4. Brought to you by The Skatepark Project. Learn more at Skatepark.org…

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Episode 43 - The Updated Skatepark Project Grant Application 15:31

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Season 3 of The Skatepark Podcast is upon us! Join Alec Beck and Trevor Staples as they discuss the details of the latest skatepark project grant funding opportunity through The Skatepark Project. Hear the common questions and misconceptions about grant funding to better prepare your next application. To learn more about this grant opportunity head to https://skatepark.org/the-skatepark-project-grants/ .…

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Episode 42 PART 1- How It Happened: Palouse WA's "Formal DIY" with Aaron Flansburg and Michael Dahl 57:42

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On this episode we talk with Aaron Flansburg and Michael Dahl from Palouse WA. They spearheaded AND built the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden with an interesting new model. Tune in to learn about how they accomplished their goal. To learn more about the Palouse Skatepark and Tony Kettel Skate Garden in Washington head to https://www.palouseskatepark.com/ For more information on creating your own skatepark, head to https://www.skatepark.org . To learn more about the Tony Hawk Foundation, go to http://www.tonyhawkfoundation.org . You can also email the hosts directly at podcast@tonyhawkfoundation.org .…

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Episode 42 PART 2- How It Happened: Palouse WA's "Formal DIY" with Aaron Flansburg and Michael Dahl 28:53

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