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That question means something different for everyone but it makes us all stop in our tracks. The priorities at this table are not party related. Elections must be fair and just and in that case - perhaps we have already lost it? Please tune in today and share this episode with a friend. This is a conversation we all need to hear today on The Public Square®. Topic: Elections The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, September 6th, 2024

"Gamification". Does anyone even know what that word means? Let alone the strategy that Silicon Valley corporations have used to try to turn every possible task into a game screen experience. It is happening to us all, especially our children. We tackle this issue which almost no one is talking about out loud this week on The Public Square®. Topic: Technology The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, September 4th, 2024

Both the Democratic and Republican Party Conventions have concluded and now both are trying to “craft” their own versions of America’s Great Story. The truth of America’s story means a lot to all of us, but is that what’s really being told through today’s politics? Our team discusses this and more with guidance and wisdom from our guest Dr. W. B. Allen. Please don’t miss this very important conversation today on The Public Square®. Topic: Elections The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, August 30th, 2024

The Democrat National Convention was not bashful about it. Their goal was to create a new story defining America and what it means to be an American. The trick was to do this reality reconstruction by using the same "patriotic" words that we all learned as school kids. Will they and their allies at the Associated Press, ABC, the New York Times and others succeed in this surgical strike on American History? This episode is a prequel to the big show coming this weekend where we take on this subject with Dr. William B. Allen, author, professor, Dean Emeritus, and the favorite guest panelist on The Public Square®. Get started on the story by tuning in today. Topic: Technology The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, August 28th, 2024

We are months away from the 2024 Presidential Election. Factors on how the actual votes are counted in certain states will drastically shape the reality of this upcoming November. There are many live and real issues ranging from voting technology, citizenship, splits in electoral college votes and more all across different states. Are people taking advantage of the system? Are the seams ripping apart? Don't miss this very important conversation today on The Public Square® and please share this episode with a friend. Topic: Elections The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, August 23rd, 2024

The real world is tough so... wouldn't it be better if we could make it a game? Technology companies and the media have been asking that question for a long time but are now taking new strides to make reality disappear. It's easy to be connected to a screen in today's world but how do we find a biblical balance with it all? Join us for this fascinating conversation today on The Public Square®. Topic: Technology The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, August 16th, 2024

Is anyone wondering who is minding the store -- or in this case, the White House? The Corporate Media is focused solely on the Harris campaign but what is happening back on the ranch, or in this case the beach, or behind the desk in the Oval Office? Once again, we ask the questions the Corporate Media refuses to ask this week on The Public Square®. Please join in the conversation and tell a friend. Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, August 14th, 2024

Is this the strangest election we have ever seen? That is the question thoughtful people everywhere are asking. We all see it - but who is asking the tough questions and looking for real answers? Please take a moment and join the conversation this week on The Public Square®. And please - share this broadcast with a friend. Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format Program with host David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, August 8th, 2024

What if there was one principle -- one key thought -- that could change my personal outlook on finances all together? What if that same principle could change the way a community built an economy or a nation built a budget? This week Dr. Chuck McGowen, one of the seven anchor authors of the historic library at the American Mission Center, joins us to discuss the release of this new book, "My Sheep Hear My Voice", a new look at the 23rd Psalm. Please join us for this conversation as we ask what it really means to believe that The Lord is our Shepherd, today on The Public Square®. Topic: Books The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts David Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, August 2nd, 2024

Today we sat down with the inspirational author Stephen Silver to talk about his newly released book "Grief Redeemed". Grief is a complex and often times bitter journey but our guest shares biblical insight and healing after the sudden death of his dear wife Sandra Silver. Please join us for a rare and surprisingly uplifting conversation today on The Public Square®. Topic: Books The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts David Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, July 26th, 2024

President Biden is out and the media is having a frenzy with this rare situation. Will Vice President Harris be up next? How will the Democratic Nominee be chosen? We are all wondering what's next? Please join us as we discuss this and more today on The Public Square®. Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format Program with host David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, July 23rd, 2024

Today we have guest David Mosura share about his firsthand experience witnessing the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. The events of that day are continuing to unfold. Please pull up a chair and listen in as we discuss the details of what transpired and what we should consider as the country moves forward. Join us today on The Public Square®. Topic: General The Public Square® Long Format Program with host David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, July 18th, 2024

Is there a story about the Declaration of Independence that has not been told? What is the connection between the Declaration and the popular 1775 "Pine Tree" flag? The same flag that was recently flowing over the home of US Supreme Court Justice, Samuel Alito. There is a whole lot of history just waiting to be told on this year's July 4th episode of The Public Square®. Join the congregation at Bethel Chapel in Ashland, Ohio for this very special presentation. Topic: Holidays The Public Square® Long Format Program with host David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, July 12th, 2024

The news cycle on the first Presidential debate of 2024 is still soaring. It seems like that is all people on the news are talking about. Does it truly matter? Were there gains and losses for the nation in what just happened? Please join in the conversation today as we break it all down from a historic point of view on The Public Square®. Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts David Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, July 5th, 2024

Remember the days of summer reading and book clubs? What if kids today had a reason to enjoy reading books again? Please listen in as we discuss the joy of reading this week on The Public Square®. Topic: Books The Public Square® Long Format Program with host David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, June 28th, 2024

Back in 1997 there was a meeting to talk about school choice that would ultimately take our team on a journey all the way to the Supreme Court. Today we recount the incredible story of the "Zelman vs. Simmons-Harris" Case with new details - many never before discussed. There are plenty of twists and turns so please pull up a chair and join us today on The Public Square®. Topic: Education The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts David Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, June 21st, 2024

Did you know there is a Professional Wiffle Ball league? That's right the game you played as kid has gone to the next level. We are fortunate to know one of the best pitchers in the MLW league and one of the youngest as well. This is a great American story that is impacting young people across the nation. Please join Rob Walgate, Vice President of the American Policy Roundtable, and his son RJ Walgate in this very special episode on The Public Square®. Topic: Sports The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Rob Walgate and Alan Duncan. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, June 19th, 2024

Are we living in a post-Constitutional era? Today we analyze several news stories that all represent attacks on the Constitution and our rights. Please join in the discovery and bring a friend, today on The Public Square®. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format Program with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, June 5, 2024

Our dear friend Dr. W. B. Allen recently received the prestigious award of this year's Bradley Prize. We have the special honour of airing Dr. Allen's acceptance speech. His remarks lifts up ordinary citizens, highlight America's national character, and merit the virtue of self government. His words are approachable, timely, and profound. Please join us today on The Public Square® - and tell a friend. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format Program with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, June 5, 2024

Where is our faith? Can we find it in a storm? This is the question we approach today as we enter into the biblical account of Jesus calming the storm. In the midst of this miracle, Jesus asked a question to his followers that rings true to this very hour: "Where is your faith?" We go to a recent service at Abundant Life Church in Mt. Juliet, TN where APR CEO David Zanotti opens these passages and brings this compelling question to God-fearing people everywhere. Tune in today on The Public Square®. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format Program with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, May 31st, 2024