The Hopper Podcast

Is Social Security going bankrupt? Not exactly, but it is in trouble. What is the actual problem? What are good solutions? And why can't we pass the common-sense solutions?Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

The divide between theologically conservative and liberal churches is growing wider, is there hope for liberal churches? Let's talk about it.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Time to take a step back from the heavy topics and have some fun. William puts Dave to the test with silly trivia games. Play along, learn something, and have some fun.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

What if there were a path forward on immigration that both sides could support?In this episode of the Hopper Podcast, we sit down with Jim Neighbors, the author of a surprising, hopeful, and economically grounded proposal for integrating undocumented immigrants into American society. With 11 to 13 million undocumented individuals currently living in the U.S.—many for over 15 years—Jim lays out a nonpartisan plan that combines border security, legal accountability, and economic opportunity.We talk about:Why mass deportation would devastate the U.S. economy and national security.How a $30,000 fine per undocumented person could generate $300+ billion in revenue while avoiding $800 billion in deportation costs.How this plan strengthens national sovereignty and affirms human dignity.The surprising data behind crime rates, tax contributions, and property/business ownership among undocumented immigrants.How this proposal appeals to progressives, moderates, and conservatives alike.This conversation is thoughtful, hopeful, and rooted in both compassion and common sense.Access the Documents:Hope for the Undocumented Community and an Opportunity for the Nation (PDF)UI Integration Proposal: Political Brief and Policy Outline (PDF)Form Letter to Send to Elected Officials (DOCX)For more information: info@whynotact.orgFacebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Wow, gotta love the current events. Let's take a step back, and look at the bigger picture.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Pastor Dave is preaching through the Minor Prophets of the Bible, and the themes are amazingly familiar to those of "us" who live in the "U.S." The prophets teach us how the world works, and our current situation is no different. Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

We review the New York Times podcast episode, "She fell in love with ChatGPT." What is the future of relationships, is AI evil? Or good? How can we use it for good?Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

New studies say that young women are leaving churches, and young men are returning. That's a new trend. What's going on?Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Are the Bible's minor prophets relevant today? Pastor Dave tells us why he is preaching through these ancient poems, and William explains why he is so excited for it.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Mark Driscoll's Confessions of a Reformission Rev. provides a list of animals that describe people in a church. Horses, rats, snakes, eagles, and more. William and Dave (both seasoned pastors) give explanations and stories of each.For more information about Mark Driscoll, and why he is so controversial, listen to The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. It's one of the best podcasts, it is a limited series.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

TikTok is on the way out, is that good for us? And what about the new "Department of Government Efficiency?"Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Tim Keller wrote in Center Church about 4 seasons of cultural engagement. They are each biblical and good for different "seasons" of society's relationship with the church. Where are we? Then, while big tech companies say, "go fast and break things," Jesus teaches us to go slow and repair things.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesWrite us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Our reaction to the election of Donald Trump as President. Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Interview with Mark Ritchie the author of Spirit of the Rainforest, one of our favorite books of all time. Warning: this interview has some descriptions of true, brutal crimes. It's a story of redemption, and the overwhelming love of God.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Dr. Evan Nelsen brings the detailed scientific facts and theories of the multiverse. It's not just science fiction, but a real possibility. After some serious discussion of the science and philosophy, we turn to the practical and spiritual meaning of these (sometimes mind-boggling) ideas. Dr. Nelsen is a supporter of the Hopper Podcast, and you can be a supporter too, by clicking the "Bonus Episodes" button below.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Review of this important article: "Why Young Men and Women are Drifting Apart" from The Economist. As we approach another presidential election, young women are more liberal than ever while young men continue to drift conservative. Why is this? What does it mean? How can we help?Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

What a great conversation with Robert Cunningham about the Christian origins (or not?) of the United States. This is directly related to competing ideas about the essential character of this country today.If you like The Hopper Podcast, you'll like Robert's Every Square Inch podcast.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

The Paris Olympic Opening Ceremonies included a controversial scene that outraged Christians around the world. A female boxer raised eyebrows around the world. Let's be thoughtful, compassionate, honest about these hard topics. Hopper Podcast episodes on transgender issuesIntersex episode, followup Intersex interviewFacebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Dave and William welcome guest Jim Nelson to discuss the movie Leave the World Behind. If you haven't seen it, you should. There's lots to discuss.Soundtracks Game on Youtube you can play right now!Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Hospice chaplain William reviews the connections (physical and spiritual) between birth and death. Then, a discussion of a recent controversial decision by the Southern Baptists regarding IVF.Facebook groupthehopperpodcast.orgBonus EpisodesCall or text us: 214.267.9287Write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com