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The consent of the governed is one of the core concepts in the founding of our nation. But where did the Founders find this concept? Was it modeled before America? The answer may surprise you and will give you a whole framework on how the American government functions.  Join us as we discuss this and more today on The Public Square® Topic: Role of Government  The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, October 24th, 2025

Everyone is busy, the government is a giant and what are we supposed to do especially in an off-off election year? We can't change everything in a day, but if we all take a moment to educate ourselves, to share information and vote we can truly make a difference. Please learn more and join us today on The Public Square® Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

The oldest magazine in America is seeking to define the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence as an "Unfinished Revolution". Does that make sense? Is it even close to historical accuracy and why does it matter? Please join in the first of many episodes discussing the Declaration and why it still matters today and for the next generation. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, October 17th, 2025

Last week we had the joy to share our conversation with Pastor Joe Hunt. We kept the microphones on and are sharing the rest of the conversation today on The Public Square®. Topic: Faith in Culture  The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, October 15th, 2025

There are pastors all over the nation using the work of The Public Square® as a launching point for their congregations. Today we are excited to share a conversation with Pastor Joe Hunt and his biblical perspective on selflessness, fatherhood, love, and much more. Please pour a cup of coffee and join our conversation today on The Public Square®. Topic: Faith in Culture  The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, October 10th, 2025

Forgiveness is making various headlines in the news. What does it really look like to forgive and what does it do to us when we forgive? Along with these questions we also announce some exciting news regarding a new book release and this year's Christmas in America. Please don't miss the conversation today on The Public Square®. Topic: Faith in Culture  The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, October 3rd, 2025

Today we dive into the history of General S. Patton an often forgotten hero of WWII and Martin Luther whose fight for religious freedom and reform changed the world. This rich conversation is pulled from our archives and is still thought provoking and inspiring. Join us today on the Public Square®. Topic: Rediscovering American History  The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, October 1st, 2025

The science is in and settled. America is in a crisis of depopulation. Why are the US Media, our elected officials and major US Corporations in denial of this imminent threat? We take on the new data and new stories today on The Public Square®. Topic: Politics The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, September 26th, 2025

After prayer and counsel our team has gathered to discuss Charlie Kirk’s murder. The story is still unfolding but the way the media and major news outlets are reporting this story shows the split reality all Americans are living in. Is this the death of journalism? Please join our conversation today on The Public Square®.  Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, September 18th, 2025

“Our rights come from God our Creator not from our laws not from our governments”. Does this statement cause you to fear? That’s what it evokes from U.S. Senator Tim Caine of Virginia and he said so out loud in the U.S. Senate. But doesn't the Declaration of Independence say that our rights come from God, not the government?  We discuss Kaine's Blunder this week on The Public Square®.  This episode was recorded before September 10th and before the murder of Charlie Kirk, on September 11. David Zanotti, Chairman of The American Policy Roundtable®, spoke of Mr. Kirk's murder on Your Morning Show with Michael DelGiorno. You can listen to all three hours of that broadcast by clicking HERE Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, September 11th, 2025

Are talk radio and podcasting growing in influence across America? A look inside talk radio with three career broadcasters who share a common faith and  mission on this episode of The Public Square®. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, September 5th, 2025

Whether it's a military battle, a proposed amendment, an email, or even an argument about a Cracker Barrel logo... Words Matter. They matter to the right, the left and the middle. Recently a memo was leaked from a wealthy Left Wing think tank telling Democrats that they have to change their words - in a hurry. We enter this conversation today on The Public Square®.  Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, August 29th, 2025

In 2023 the abortion industry began a campaign to take over portions of state constitutions and enshrine their agenda into state law. Now the LGBTQ+? community is attempting to do the same and all in time to alter the outcome of key races for Congress on the 2026 ballot. This national campaign has been launched in the state of Ohio and will soon be traveling across the country. We turn the lights on this strategy and discuss the potential consequences on this episode of The Public Square®. Please join us for a perspective from the ground that you won't hear anywhere else in the American media.  Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, August 22nd, 2025

Today we release for the first time ever, an exclusive interview with Dr. W.B. Allen held at Mount Vernon, the home of George and Martha Washington. Dr. W.B. Allen is an extraordinary scholar on George Washington's life and has dedicated years of research, writing and teaching to "the General". It is remarkable to speak with him at the very home and heart of our first President. This is an episode you can not miss today on The Public Square®. Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, August 14th, 2025

When Ernie Haase and Dave Zanotti sit down the content is endless! This is the final portion of their discussion around music, America, and faith. We hope you enjoy this conclusion of this special series and we hope it inspires you to connect with others wherever you are.  Topic: Music The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesdsay, August 13th, 2025

Our exclusive conversation with Ernie Haase and Dave Zanotti continues as our discussion opens to what America’s founding truths and principles really mean. As well as the beauty found in a childlike faith and the true adventure in a life dedicated to Christ. Please join the conversation today on The Public Square®.  Topic: Music The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, August 8th, 2025

"America, Land of Hopes and Dreams" is the new musical show touring the nation. Created by Ernie Haase and Wayne Haun this show will be reaching audiences across the land all through the celebration of Declaration 250. Today Dave Zanotti and Ernie Haase sit down and discuss the power of music and how a song can touch a soul, shape a nation, and even change history. Don't miss this exclusive conversation and extraordinary music from Ernie Haase and Signature Sound only on The Public Square®.  Topic: Music The Public Square® Long Format with host Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, July 31st, 2025

Since 1954 Americans Americans have been dealing with 30 words of vengeance focused on non-profit churches and ministries and placed in the IRS Code by then Senator Lyndon Johnson. A recent legal challenge to "The Johnson Amendment" has created a tidal wave of media confusion across the country. Today we turn the lights on The Johnson Amendment and what his legal challenge means for the rights of freedom of speech and conscience for all. You don't want to miss this episode of The Public Square®.  Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, July 24th, 2025

Everyone believes they know the answer... but what does the Constitution actually say? As we approach America's 250th birthday it's important we understand what form of government America actually is. Thankfully we have our team and special guest Dr. W.B. Allen to share their thoughts and guide us through these questions. So let's pick up a Constitution and share this episode with a friend today.  Topic: Rediscovering American History The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, July 18th, 2025

Today we share an episode from Kids on the Square™ featuring the story of Francis Scott Key and the Star Spangled Banner. We hope you enjoy and share this episode with your family and friends.  Topic: Rediscovering American History thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Tuesday, July 15th, 2025