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Jul 19, 2025 · 55 min
Epstein, Zyn, and the Legacies of Jimmy Swaggart and John MacArthur
The Bulletin discusses the Epstein files, Zyn addictions, and the legacies of Jimmy Swaggart and John MacArthur.
Jul 15, 2025 · 36 min
Biden’s Mental Acuity, Afghan Refugees in Iran, and the Rising National Debt
The Bulletin discusses Biden’s last acts as president, Iran’s deportations of Afghan refugees, and America’s growing national debt.
Jul 11, 2025 · 46 min
Evangelicals Abandon PEPFAR, Churches Endorse Politicians, and the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Hurts the Poor
This week, Mike, Russell, and Clarissa discuss evangelicals abandoning support for PEPFAR with Peter Wehner. Then, the IRS says churches can endorse political candidates. Is that okay? Finally, the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ has officially passed. Ingrid Delgado of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul stops by to help us understand the implications for the vulnerable. REFERENCED IN THIS EPISODE: “Why Evangelicals Turned Their Back on PEPFAR”—The Atlantic This month’s episode of Tuesday Night Live with Mike & Clarissa. GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN: Take our survey for a chance to win a free sweatshirt. Join the conversation at our Substack. Find us on YouTube. Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice. ABOUT THE GUESTS: Peter Wehner is a contributing writer at The Atlantic and a senior fellow at the Trinity Forum. He was formerly a speechwriter for George W. Bush and a senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Wehner is a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times, and his work also appears in publications including The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and National Affairs. Ingrid Delgado is the national director of public policy and advocacy at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA, an organization that seeks to raise the profile of issues such as homelessness and protection for the most vulnerable. She previously worked for the US. Conference of Catholic Bishops as associate director of government relations and, before then, as a domestic policy advisor. ABOUT THE BULLETIN: The Bulletin is a twice-weekly politics and current events show from Christianity Today moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today’s editor in chief) and Mike Cosper (director, CT Media). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more. The Bulletin listeners get 25% off CT. Go to https://orderct.com/THEBULLETIN to learn more. “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today Producer: Clarissa Moll Associate Producer: Alexa Burke Editing and Mix: TJ Hester Music: Dan Phelps Executive Producers: Erik Petrik and Mike Cosper Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 8, 2025 · 26 min
Texas Floods, Netanyahu Visits Trump, UPenn’s Ban on Trans Athletes, and Christian Civic Engagement
The Bulletin discusses the Texas floods, Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to DC, UPenn’s apology to competitors of Lia Thomas, and Christian civic engagement.
Jul 4, 2025 · 51 min
Peter Thiel and the Antichrist, ICE Detains Iranian Christians, and Summer Camp Woes
The Bulletin discusses Peter Thiel’s apocalyptic beliefs, Iranian Christians detained by ICE, and why you shouldn’t give up on Christian summer camp.
Jul 1, 2025 · 27 min
Michael Tait and the Newsboys’ Scandal with Steve Taylor
The Bulletin talks with music industry insider Steve Taylor about the recent reports of Michael Tait’s abuse.
Jun 27, 2025 · 51 min
Zohran Mamdani Surprises Democrats, US Bombs Iran, and the Newsboys Face a Scandal
The Bulletin discusses New York City’s Democratic primary, the United States’ bombing of Iran, and the Newsboys’ scandal.
Jun 24, 2025 · 24 min
Defining Conservatism with Steve Hayes
The Bulletin talks with The Dispatch’s Steve Hayes about the label 'conservative,' the Trump playbook, and the new populist right.
Jun 20, 2025 · 49 min
‘No Kings’ Protests, Israel-Iran Conflict, and Gen Z Questions Parenting
The Bulletin discusses No Kings protests, Israel and Iran, and the reasons young adults are choosing to not have kids.
Jun 17, 2025 · 31 min
Israel Strikes Iran, Political Violence, and the Economics of Aging
The Bulletin discusses Israel’s strikes on Iran, the assassination of a Michigan politician, and a conversation with Sita Slavov about the economics of aging.
Jun 13, 2025 · 35 min
LA Immigration Protests and Food Aid to Gaza
The Bulletin discusses the immigration protests in Los Angeles and the complexities of food distribution in Gaza.
Jun 10, 2025 · 28 min
Jon Tyson on Fatherhood
The Bulletin welcomes Jon Tyson for a conversation about fatherhood and the practice of blessing your children.
Jun 6, 2025 · 45 min
Trump and the Courts, Faith-Aligned AI, and Uyghur Persecution
The Bulletin discusses Trump’s fight with the judiciary branch, artificial intelligence for churches, and the dark secret behind Crocs.
Jun 3, 2025 · 35 min
Elon Musk, Food Aid to Gaza, and Project 2025
The Bulletin discusses Elon Musk’s departure from Washington, food aid to Gaza, and a Trump sculpture garden, along with a conversation with David Graham about Project 2025.
May 30, 2025 · 49 min
Scam Trafficking, Trump’s Crypto Obsession, and Mental Illness in the Family
The Bulletin discusses scam trafficking in Southeast Asia, Trump’s obsession with cryptocurrency, and how families cope with mental illness.
May 27, 2025 · 32 min
Trump Disses Putin, Kermit Speaks at Graduation, and The Israeli Embassy Suffers Loss
The Bulletin discusses President Trump’s frustrations with Vladimir Putin, this year’s commencement speaker lineup, and the deaths of two Israeli embassy workers.
May 23, 2025 · 44 min
Habeas Corpus, a Big Beautiful Bill, and the Nicene Creed
The Bulletin discusses the Trump administration’s defiance of habeas corpus, a new GOP big beautiful bill, and the 1,700th birthday of the Nicene Creed.
May 20, 2025 · 31 min
The Politics of Tyranny with Roger Berkowitz
The Bulletin starts the week with headline commentary and a conversation with Roger Berkowitz.
May 16, 2025 · 52 min
A Presidential Trip, Online Trolls, and Afrikaner Refugees
The Bulletin discusses President Trump’s Middle East tour, a pastor exposed as an online troll, and the arrival of Afrikaner refugees.
May 13, 2025 · 40 min
The Rise of Women's Porn with Phylicia Masonheimer
The Bulletin starts the week with headline commentary and a conversation with Phylicia Masonheimer.

The Bulletin

Epstein, Zyn, and the Legacies of Jimmy Swaggart and John MacArthur

Biden’s Mental Acuity, Afghan Refugees in Iran, and the Rising National Debt

Evangelicals Abandon PEPFAR, Churches Endorse Politicians, and the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Hurts the Poor

Texas Floods, Netanyahu Visits Trump, UPenn’s Ban on Trans Athletes, and Christian Civic Engagement

Peter Thiel and the Antichrist, ICE Detains Iranian Christians, and Summer Camp Woes

Michael Tait and the Newsboys’ Scandal with Steve Taylor

Zohran Mamdani Surprises Democrats, US Bombs Iran, and the Newsboys Face a Scandal

Defining Conservatism with Steve Hayes

‘No Kings’ Protests, Israel-Iran Conflict, and Gen Z Questions Parenting

Israel Strikes Iran, Political Violence, and the Economics of Aging

LA Immigration Protests and Food Aid to Gaza

Jon Tyson on Fatherhood

Trump and the Courts, Faith-Aligned AI, and Uyghur Persecution

Elon Musk, Food Aid to Gaza, and Project 2025

Scam Trafficking, Trump’s Crypto Obsession, and Mental Illness in the Family

Trump Disses Putin, Kermit Speaks at Graduation, and The Israeli Embassy Suffers Loss

Habeas Corpus, a Big Beautiful Bill, and the Nicene Creed

The Politics of Tyranny with Roger Berkowitz

A Presidential Trip, Online Trolls, and Afrikaner Refugees

The Rise of Women's Porn with Phylicia Masonheimer