• Episode 42: Rededicate 250: Tearing down the wall of church-state separation?
    May 15 2026

    In this episode, Mark and Ben discuss the upcoming 9-hour, White House-hosted prayer event, "Rededicate 250," and whether or not the speaker lineup promotes religious favoritism by the government. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

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    27 mins
  • Episode 41: Why Is Al Mohler Still Talking About Women in Ministry?
    May 8 2026

    In this episode, Mark and Ben discuss the SBC's stance on women in ministry and why Al Mohler won't let the issue rest. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

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    32 mins
  • Episode 40: The Judgment of Paul Pressler
    May 4 2026

    In this episode, Mark and Ben are joined by journalist Robert Downen to discuss his exclusive article in Texas Monthly on the sexual abuse allegations made against disgraced Southern Baptist icon Paul Pressler. Ben shares his own experiences with Pressler, and Mark tells the story of breaking the news about Pressler’s death. Read Downen’s article in Texas Monthly here. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 39: More bungling on the Brazos: Baylor, TPUSA, and Prism
    May 1 2026

    In this episode, Mark and Ben discuss Baylor's clumsy handling of a TPUSA event, the university's ongoing struggles with public relations as a religious Research 1 institution, and the laudable work of the Baylor Lariat staff and mysterious NoZe Brothers. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

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    50 mins
  • Episode 38: A conversation with Brian Kaylor about what is and isn’t Christian nationalism
    Feb 20 2026

    In this episode, Mark and Ben sit down with Rev. Dr. Brian Kaylor, editor-in-chief of Word&Way and vice chair for the board of Americans United for Separation of Church and State, to discuss what Christian nationalism really means. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

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    1 hr
  • Episode 37: Pastoral Authority: Who Runs the Church?
    Feb 18 2026

    In this episode, Mark and Ben discuss the tensions that arise in Baptist churches when pastoral authority collides with the priesthood of all believers. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

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    45 mins
  • Episode 36: Should SBC leaders comment on current events?
    Feb 12 2026

    In this episode, Mark and Ben butt heads over Southern Baptist reactions to the Trump Administration and what exactly the word "empathy" means in the Christian context. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 35: The Black Box: NAMB's Finances
    Jan 27 2026

    In this episode, Jon Bullock joins Mark and Ben to discuss the North American Mission Board's consistent lack of finanical transparency and accountability. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

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    1 hr and 3 mins