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The Robertsons are unashamed of their Christian faith and want to share the Gospel with everyone, from new believers to longtime followers of Jesus. Phil, Al, Jase, Zach, and their special guests go beyond the four walls of the church to share God's Word and study the Bible with you. Pour a glass of tea, and experience fun and inspiring stories of faith and family, straight from West Monroe, Louisiana.
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Al, Zach, John Luke, and Christian wrestle with why intimacy feels so difficult for American men—both with God and in marriage. Following along with C.S. Lewis’s Surprised by Joy, they explore how knowledge alone can’t produce real closeness, and why desire and longing shape the way men actually live. The guys challenge the idea that faith is about mastering concepts instead of participating in a relationship. They point toward a hopeful vision of intimacy that isn’t forced or performed, but rediscovered through joy, presence, and learning to live inside God’s story rather than observing it from a distance.
Today’s conversation is about Lesson 3-4 of C.S. Lewis on Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale professor Michael Ward. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/.
More about C.S. Lewis on Christianity:
Encounter the faith & wisdom of C.S. Lewis
C.S. Lewis’s writings bring the great questions of the Christian faith to life. Through his imaginative and invigorating style, Lewis answers these questions in ways that are compelling to those outside Christianity and energizing to those within the Christian faith.
In this free, seven-lecture course, Professor Michael Ward—a leading scholar of C.S. Lewis—will explore Lewis’s:
argument for objective moral value in response to the rise of modern subjectivism;
bittersweet path to conversion and the role of enjoyment in the Christian life;
advice regarding the proper way to pray and read the Bible;
teachings concerning the purpose of pain and how to confront suffering and loss;
insights about the nature of heaven and hell.
This course examines these fundamental topics not only through his classic works—including Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, and The Abolition of Man—but also through Lewis’s personal experiences with doubt, conversion, suffering, grief, and joy. Through this course, students will discover Lewis’s core lessons regarding the truth and goodness of the Christian faith and how to apply those lessons to one’s life.
Join us today in discovering C.S. Lewis’s enduring lessons about the meaning and practice of Christianity. Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00 Why This C.S. Lewis Lecture Is Tough
03:02 When the Philosophy Gets Heavy
06:42 The Inklings & Writing Under Critique
11:06 Why Lewis’s Conversion Feels Underwhelming
15:26 Conversion Isn’t Always a Moment
20:08 Why Desire Drives Our Actions
25:26 The Beam of Light Explained
31:12 Joy as Longing, Not Satisfaction
36:58 From Holding the Garden to Living in It
42:26 Conversion as Intimacy, Not Performance
47:12 Final Reflections on Living the Story
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The Epstein files spark a sobering conversation about corruption, secrecy, and the cost of unchecked power. The guys examine why evil operating in darkness should never shock us, and how history, Scripture, and human nature all point to the same outcome when desire goes unrestrained. Jase shares a harrowing travel story that turns into a reminder of how quickly our illusion of control can disappear.
In this episode: Deuteronomy 17, verses 16–17; 1 John 2, verse 16; John 8, verse 44; Romans 2, verses 6–11; James 4, verse 16; James 5, verse 16
“Unashamed” Episode 1263 is sponsored by:
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Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00 – Late start and a chaotic travel day
07:40 – Jase accidentally tells an offensive joke
10:30 – The one-engine plane and the red button
16:00 – Fog, ice, and a near-aborted landing
22:30 – Stranded in El Dorado after midnight
28:40 – A deer dodge and a midnight rescue
33:45 – Why powerful people doing evil shouldn’t shock us
37:20 – Epstein, money, sex, and power
43:30 – Darkness, secrecy, and bringing sin into the light
50:30 – Why this evil exists at all
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As the world feels increasingly dark and chaotic, Jase, Al, and Zach argue that what we’re experiencing isn’t just cultural or political—it’s spiritual. They discuss why evil thrives when it goes unchallenged, how desire can quietly turn destructive, and why fighting the wrong enemy leaves people trapped in confusion. The conversation ultimately points to hope, reminding listeners that Christ came to destroy the work of evil and that true joy is made complete through union with Him and participation in His life.
In this episode: 1 John 2, verses 3–6; 1 John 2, verses 7–8; 1 John 2, verses 15–17; 1 John 3, verses 6–8; 1 John 1, verse 4; Ephesians 2, verses 1–5; Ephesians 2, verses 4–6; Ephesians 6, verse 12; 2 Thessalonians 3, verse 5; Jude, verse 21
“Unashamed” Episode 1262 is sponsored by:
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https://ruffgreens.com — Get a FREE Jumpstart Trial Bag for your dog today when you use promo code Unashamed!
http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
0:00 Surviving the ice storm together
4:30 Duck blinds, tough talks, and legacy lessons
10:10 Finally moving the blind — and being right
16:00 From Louisiana ice to frozen New York
22:45 When fans recognize you in unlikely places
29:45 What 1 John really means by “life”
36:50 Obedience, desire, and walking in the light
44:40 Spiritual warfare is real — and active
52:50 Joy made complete in Christ
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Jase, Al, and Zach recount days without power, dangerous cleanup, and how quickly ordinary life can turn into survival mode. Jase shares a sobering close call with a chainsaw that he didn’t even realize happened until later, forcing a hard look at how fragile life really is. The guys shift to Jelly Roll’s bold Jesus moment at the Grammys and why shining publicly for faith is often met with resistance.
In this episode: Genesis 1, verse 3; First John 1, verses 5–7; John 15, verses 1–2; Romans 1, verses 21–25; Second Corinthians 4, verses 16–18; Mark 4, verses 39–41
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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
0:00 Life after the ice-pocalypse & eight days without power
5:40 Zach gets stranded & surviving the freeze
12:05 Jase’s in-laws move in!
19:30 Clearing roads, fallen trees, & how dangerous the storm really was
27:10 Light vs. darkness & why storms reveal what you believe
33:40 Jelly Roll’s public faith moment at the Grammy’s
40:10 Being prepared physically & spiritually when control disappears
47:00 Lessons from the storm & an eternal perspective
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Jase, Missy, and Al dive into an unfiltered conversation about cheating, confession, and the judgment that often follows when sin comes into the light. Joined by longtime friend, author, and counselor Kasey Van Norman, they confront the lie beneath adultery and why hiding can feel safer than healing, especially in church culture. Kasey shares her own story of infidelity, exposure, and redemption, revealing how honesty brought freedom even when consequences were severe.
In this episode: 1 John 1, verse 7; John 8, verses 1–11; Ephesians 6, verses 16–17; Isaiah 6, verses 5–8
“Unashamed” Episode 1260 is sponsored by:
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wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00 Unashamed “after dark”
03:58 Why church smiles don’t match Sunday morning reality
07:12 Parenting later in life changes everything
09:16 Missy welcomes longtime friend Casey Van Norman
12:38 Duck hunting & menopause don’t mix
20:36 Casey’s marriage story & the moment everything shifted
27:48 Believing in God but believing the wrong lie
35:04 Confession, consequences, & real freedom
42:18 Illness, criticism, & choosing grace anyway
49:36 Creating space for healing
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The Robertsons dig into why truth doesn’t always play well in modern culture, and why Jesus wouldn’t be popular in a TikTok world built on virality and approval. The guys talk through everything from their long-running distrust of dentists to why being pro-life isn’t a matter of personal preference or opinion. They reflect on how stories like The Chronicles of Narnia communicate hard truths better than arguments ever could and why true change is often so uncomfortable.
Today’s conversation is about Lesson 2 of C.S. Lewis on Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale professor Michael Ward. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/.
More about C.S. Lewis on Christianity:
Encounter the faith & wisdom of C.S. Lewis
C.S. Lewis’s writings bring the great questions of the Christian faith to life. Through his imaginative and invigorating style, Lewis answers these questions in ways that are compelling to those outside Christianity and energizing to those within the Christian faith.
In this free, seven-lecture course, Professor Michael Ward—a leading scholar of C.S. Lewis—will explore Lewis’s:
argument for objective moral value in response to the rise of modern subjectivism;
bittersweet path to conversion and the role of enjoyment in the Christian life;
advice regarding the proper way to pray and read the Bible;
teachings concerning the purpose of pain and how to confront suffering and loss;
insights about the nature of heaven and hell.
This course examines these fundamental topics not only through his classic works—including Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, and The Abolition of Man—but also through Lewis’s personal experiences with doubt, conversion, suffering, grief, and joy. Through this course, students will discover Lewis’s core lessons regarding the truth and goodness of the Christian faith and how to apply those lessons to one’s life.
Join us today in discovering C.S. Lewis’s enduring lessons about the meaning and practice of Christianity. Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
0:00 – All good conversations need caffeine
4:05 – Why studying C.S. Lewis still matters today
8:25 – “I can’t believe anything unless it makes sense”
13:10 – Objective truth vs. subjective feelings
18:20 – The problem of evil & why moral outrage points to God
23:55 – How suffering backed C.S. Lewis into Christianity
29:10 – Tolkien, Dyson, & relaxing into the Christian story
34:40 – Faith as participation, not just belief
40:05 – Why C.S. Lewis wouldn’t be popular in today’s culture
45:30 – Christianity isn’t safe but it is good
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As the Robertsons begin wrapping up their first full duck season without Phil, they reflect on legacy, hard work, and the faith that shaped their family. Phyllis joins the conversation to look back on Phil’s later years, the weight of the words “I never knew,” and the healing that followed Phil’s honesty instead of silence. The guys and Phyllis discuss trauma, forgiveness, and how truth spoken even late in life can still bring restoration.
To hear Phyllis’s story from the beginning, watch her first Unashamed appearances in episodes 95 and 96 here:
https://youtu.be/9n4Ab6mL9W0?si=YD9337YYIr5_AC6n
https://youtu.be/kA4BCl5mhbY?si=MJgoQOfNB0EXjkwk
And pre-order her book I Never Knew at https://ineverknewbook.com
In this episode: Hebrews 12, verse 11; Romans 12, verse 2; 2 Corinthians 5, verse 17; Philippians 3, verse 13
“Unashamed” Episode 1258 is sponsored by:
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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00 Opening the first duck season without Phil
03:42 Remembering Phil’s work ethic & love of the hunt
08:27 Living off the land & the values Phil passed down
13:41 Why hard work formed the Robertson family worldview
18:02 Phyllis is sharing her story with the world
23:55 How the letter, the photo, & faith connected the dots
29:48 “I never knew” — the moment Phil met his daughter
34:55 Trauma, forgiveness, & healing later in life
41:10 Telling the truth unlocks restoration
46:20 Phil gets the last word
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Jase opens up about late-season duck hunting, exhaustion, and a call he wishes he could take back, owning a miss that came from pushing himself too far. Phil’s old-school wisdom and the legendary ham bribe prove lessons that still hold up when put to the test. The guys turn to why confidence and self-help can only take you so far when it comes to real change. Plus, Jase discovers Napoleon Dynamite about 25 years too late!
In this episode: Genesis 14, verses 18–24; Genesis 4, verse 10; Psalm 110, verses 1–4; Hebrews 1, verses 1–4; Hebrews 6, verse 19; Hebrews 7, verses 15–28; Hebrews 9, verses 11–14; verses 21–24; Hebrews 10, verses 19–22; Hebrews 12, verses 22–24; 1 John 1, verse 9; 1 John 2, verses 1–2; 1 John 3, verses 11–18; Romans 8, verse 11; 2 Corinthians 5, verse 1
“Unashamed” Episode 1257 is sponsored by:
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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00 – Duck season burnout, sleep deprivation, and bad decision fatigue
05:48 – Phil could be bribed by ham
08:49 – Jase demonstrates the duck call Phil invented
16:55 – Jewish history reveals the salvation of all people
22:14 – Who is Melchizedek? Who’s Napoleon Dynamite?
32:06 – Why people chase indestructible heroes but miss real strength
38:42 – Confidence, conscience, and why self-help can’t carry the weight
46:02 – Justice vs forgiveness and what kind of life actually lasts
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Jase wakes up expecting a quiet morning and instead finds himself facing a household mess that leads to an honest, awkward conversation with his daughter Mia about late-night choices and personal responsibility. Al reflects on a painful season when his marriage felt like it was on the brink. Looking back, he shares how learning to see past failure made it possible to imagine a future again, even when hope felt out of reach. The guys offer a candid look at family tension, personal growth, and how hard moments can become turning points when you’re willing to face them head-on.
In this episode: 1 John 1, verses 5–10; 1 John 2, verses 1–2; John 17, verses 20–26; 1 Timothy 2, verses 3–6; Hebrews 1, verses 1–4; Hebrews 2, verses 14–18; Hebrews 4, verses 14–16; Hebrews 3, verse 14; Hebrews 11, verse 1; 1 John 4, verse 17; Psalm 2, verses 1–8; Matthew 4, verses 1–10; Romans 8, verses 1–17
“Unashamed” Episode 1256 is sponsored by:
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http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
00:00 Jase’s quiet house turns into total chaos06:08 Crawfish season, pain, and unexpected lessons10:54 When dogs refuse the “portal” to the outdoors15:42 Why light and darkness can’t live together21:18 Walking in fellowship instead of hiding in sin27:36 Jesus as our defender and mediator33:44 Confidence before God explained39:28 Why Jesus became human45:41 Living the good life by the Spirit51:10 Setting up the next Hebrews discussion
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Jase shares how an unexpected compliment went straight to his head and briefly made him feel a little too much like Willie Robertson. The guys ease into what is one of the most overlooked ideas in First John—that eternal life isn’t just a future promise, but a present reality. Linking Hebrews to the Old Testament, the guys explore how Jesus bridges heaven and earth in a way most people miss.
In this episode: First John, chapter 1; First John, chapter 2, verse 1; John, chapter 17; First John, chapter 5, verses 4–11; Genesis, chapter 28, verses 11–18; John, chapter 1, verse 51; Isaiah, chapter 54, verses 2–3; Hebrews, chapter 2, verse 10; Hebrews, chapter 5, verses 8–10; Hebrews, chapter 7, verse 28; Hebrews, chapter 4, verse 12
“Unashamed” Episode 1255 is sponsored by:
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Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
0:00 – Mondays with Jase are always interesting
4:10 – A duck blind compliment Jase wasn’t expecting
8:45 – Fellowship, life, and why First John hits different
13:30 – Afternoon duck hunts and finally hitting full limits
18:10 – Jesus as our advocate and what that means right now
23:05 – Heaven and earth colliding in First John and Hebrews
28:40 – The testimony of water, blood, and the Spirit
34:15 – Jacob’s ladder and the portal between heaven and earth
40:20 – Why God’s kingdom grows through suffering
46:15 – Jesus as the perfect high priest and eternal life
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Al, Zach, John Luke, and Christian reflect on a moment when Phil, a man who rarely got emotional, was moved to tears after witnessing the reality of unimaginable evil. The guys launch into a sobering conversation about why atrocities like the Holocaust can never be reduced to opinion or explained away, and why denying such evil ultimately erodes the very idea of right and wrong. Drawing on the works of C.S. Lewis, they wrestle with where moral truth comes from, why it exists beyond personal preference, and how abandoning it opens the door to history’s darkest chapters.
Today’s conversation is about Lesson 1 of C.S. Lewis on Christianity taught by visiting Hillsdale professor Michael Ward. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/.
More about C.S. Lewis on Christianity:
Encounter the faith & wisdom of C.S. Lewis
C.S. Lewis’s writings bring the great questions of the Christian faith to life. Through his imaginative and invigorating style, Lewis answers these questions in ways that are compelling to those outside Christianity and energizing to those within the Christian faith.
In this free, seven-lecture course, Professor Michael Ward—a leading scholar of C.S. Lewis—will explore Lewis’s:
argument for objective moral value in response to the rise of modern subjectivism;
bittersweet path to conversion and the role of enjoyment in the Christian life;
advice regarding the proper way to pray and read the Bible;
teachings concerning the purpose of pain and how to confront suffering and loss;
insights about the nature of heaven and hell.
This course examines these fundamental topics not only through his classic works—including Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, and The Abolition of Man—but also through Lewis’s personal experiences with doubt, conversion, suffering, grief, and joy. Through this course, students will discover Lewis’s core lessons regarding the truth and goodness of the Christian faith and how to apply those lessons to one’s life.
Join us today in discovering C.S. Lewis’s enduring lessons about the meaning and practice of Christianity. Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00 — Straight from the duck blind to the podcast table
05:18 — Why studying C.S. Lewis is different from studying Scripture
10:02 — What a Christian “apologist” actually is (and isn’t)
15:44 — How C.S. Lewis moved from atheism to belief
21:31 — Objective vs. subjective morality explained
28:47 — Auschwitz, evil, and why some truths are self-evident
35:12 — What happens when “might makes right”
41:26 — Can morality exist without God?
48:39 — Why C.S. Lewis still matters today
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President Trump being given the Nobel Peace Prize by the Venezuelan opposition leader creates the perfect moment to contrast the world’s version of peace with God’s. The guys argue that in moments of chaos—like what’s unfolding in Minnesota—Christians are called to be the eye of the storm, not trapped in an Us vs. Them mindset. They connect true peace to faithfulness in parenting, marriage, and everyday relationships, reminding listeners that humility, responsibility, and forgiveness, not cultural wins, are what actually bring lasting peace.
In this episode: 1 John 1, verses 6, 8, 10; 1 John 2, verses 9, 12–17; Ephesians 2, verse 10; Ephesians 2, verse 10; Ephesians 3, verses 14–17; Galatians 5, verse 22; Romans 8, verses 10–13; 2 Corinthians 1, verses 3–4; 1 Peter 3, verse 7
“Unashamed” Episode 1253 is sponsored by:
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https://myphdweightloss.com — Find out how Al lost 80+ pounds. Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by visiting the website or calling 864-644-1900 and mention "FIX MY WEIGHT LOSS."
http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College
Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00 – Finding calm in chaos and storms of the century
05:42 – The reason Louisiana lifespans are shorter
11:06 – Why hardship makes gratitude possible
16:18 – Being the eye of the storm through the Spirit
21:34 – Vulnerability, humility, and apologizing to your kids
27:09 – From entitlement to gratitude in everyday life
33:58 – Parenting, responsibility, and pulling back comfort
40:36 – Faithfulness over achievement in families and marriage
47:28 – Living out forgiveness where it actually hurts
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Jase, Al, and Zach condemn a Minnesota church protest as “pure chaos” while expressing sympathy for the pastor forced to restore order as kids cried and the service unraveled. The conversation widens to how protest culture, immigration clashes, and nonstop crisis headlines are driving national anxiety and division. As “storm of the century” headlines fuel panic across the South, the guys cut through the hype with chainsaws and confidence. Zach points out how Jesus isn’t confined to one side of the political aisle, his love is open to socialists, MAGA, and everyone in between.
In this episode: 1 John 1, verse 5; 1 John 1, verses 6–7; 1 John 2, verses 1–2; John 16, verse 33; Ephesians 1, verses 4–22; Ephesians 2, verse 6; Ephesians 2, verses 14–16; Ephesians 3, verses 6-10
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Chapters:
00:00 “Storm of the century” weather warnings take over the news
04:58 Why the South can’t hang with cold weather
09:02 Jase is giddy for the ducks accompanying the storm
13:26 How the Robertsons are prepping for the freeze
18:41 Living in nonstop crisis cycles
24:07 Minnesota church disruption creates chaos & fear
30:55 Protest culture & public confrontation culture
37:42 Courage in an anxious, divided world
45:58 Having personal peace in uncertain times
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Jase, Al, and Zach reflect on Phil’s uncanny ability to see through people, often calling out the truth before anyone admitted it, and how that instinct shaped the way he raised his sons. Jase shares stories from his teenage years about standing alone, losing friends, and learning to “trash talk for Jesus” on the football field. The guys dig into why confession isn’t weakness, why the cover-up of sin is always worse, and how walking honestly with Jesus changes everything—whether people like it or not.
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In this episode: 1 John 1, verses 5–10; John 3, verses 19–21; 1 Peter 4, verse 11; 1 John 2, verses 1–2
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Chapters:
00:00 Making fun of Zach becomes a family pastime
06:17 Living amongst the “yippies”
12:37 Negotiations open for a pie-for-pie trade
19:15 Phil’s first preaching experience
27:21 Jase learns to stand up to his heathen friends
33:33 Phil’s prophetic gift
40:30 Jase gives his autograph with conditions
46:10 Trash talking for the Lord
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Al shares how he ended up on Fox News defending his podcast comments about liberal policies in major cities, while the guys laugh about the media repeatedly crediting the wrong Robertson for the same quotes. Bill Maher’s growing distance from woke orthodoxy sparks curiosity and even has Jase joking about inviting him into the studio for a real conversation about Jesus. The guys turn to Jesus’ prayer in John 17, exploring eternal life as active participation with God that reshapes how believers live, suffer, and face death.
In this episode: Acts 2, verse 42; 1 Corinthians 1, verses 8–9; 1 Corinthians 10, verses 16–21; 2 Corinthians 6, verses 14–18; 2 Corinthians 13, verse 14; Philippians 1, verses 5–6; Philippians 2, verses 1–2; Philippians 3, verse 10; Galatians 2, verse 9; Philemon, verse 6; Hebrews 13, verses 12–16; Psalm 131, verses 1–3; Romans 6, verses 3–5
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Chapters:
00:00 Fox News give Jase credit for Zach’s genius
09:38 Jase trades a few ducks for a new boat
16:48 First John in reverse
25:47 Fellowship equals participation, not transaction
36:40 Darkness creates a spiritual death spiral
45:40 Neutrality with evil doesn’t exist
50:05 Death through the lens of resurrection
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Al, Zach, John Luke, and Christian conclude their study of David by confronting the truth that forgiveness does not erase consequences. They trace how unaddressed sin and lingering guilt created a leadership vacuum that fractured David’s family, fueled rebellion, and led to civil war and the death of thousands. The guys show how private sin inevitably becomes public and why silence after repentance can be as destructive as the original failure. They close by pointing to Jesus as the true Shepherd-King who restores what sin deforms and leads with justice and mercy.
In this episode: Psalm 51; 2 Samuel 7, verses 12–16; 2 Samuel 12, verses 1–14; Genesis 4, verses 1–8; 1 Samuel 16, verses 1–13; 2 Samuel 21, verses 1–14; 2 Samuel 24, verses 15–25; Matthew 1, verses 1–17
Today's conversation is about Lessons 7 & 8 of The David Story: Shepherd, Father, King taught by Hillsdale Professor Justin Jackson. Take the course with us at no cost to you! Sign up at http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/
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The David Story: Shepherd, Father, King explores the lives of Israel's first two kings—Saul and David—to discover the Bible’s profound lessons about fatherhood, the nature of sin, and the consequences of sin on both a family and a nation. While David suffers great tragedies due to his own transgressions, he models a path to redemption through repentance.
Join Professor Justin Jackson in a careful reading of First and Second Samuel to gain a deeper understanding of the meaning and beauty of this story that is not only fundamental to the Christian and Jewish faiths, but also a literary masterpiece.
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Chapters:
00:00-09:38 Private sin becomes public collapse
09:39-14:54 When forgiveness doesn’t erase consequences
14:55-22:21 Neutrality isn’t the same as innocence
22:22-30:26 Absolom’s hair becomes his downfall
30:27-39:55 David returns to his shepherd origins
39:56-49:31 Jesus fixes the world David broke
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Jase and Al celebrate Miss Kay’s latest unexpected milestone that reflects her strength and progress after a difficult season. The guys emphasize that real faith isn’t just something you claim but a relationship that transforms you from the inside out. That leads into a thoughtful discussion about a “reformed” adult film star who publicly professed Christianity before returning to her old life, raising hard questions about belief, trust, and lasting change. Plus, the guys dig into Scripture to explore why people in the Old Testament lived hundreds of years and what that reveals about age, time, and eternity.
In this episode: 1 John 1, verses 1–10; 1 John 2, verses 1–2; Genesis 6, verse 3; Psalm 90, verses 1–17; 1 Corinthians 2, verses 6–16; John 3, verse 36; John 5, verse 24; John 15, verses 9–12; John 16, verses 22–24; Romans 5, verses 1–11; Romans 6, verses 1–11; Philippians 4, verses 10–13; Ephesians 2, verses 8–10
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Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/3LY8eJ4ZBZHmsImGoDNK2l
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00-06:54 Miss Kay hits a new milestone!
06:55-20:44 Why people lived so long in the Old Testament
20:45-29:37 The Holy Spirit is a portal to eternity
29:38-38:55 How to have “complete” joy, even in suffering
38:56-45:03 You can’t claim Christ & still live in darkness
45:04-54:45 Who did you bury with your baptism?
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Jase shares some of the most dangerous moments he’s witnessed in the woods, explaining why hunting safety has become non-negotiable after too many close calls that nearly cost lives. He demonstrates how getting pressured into an awkward auction led to a chain of events that convinced him coincidences aren’t real. The guys turn toward the difference between pain that merely hurts and pain that actually changes you, drawing on real experiences of risk, loss, and growth. The guys wrestle with why avoiding pain often leads to worse outcomes and how joy is often forged on the other side of endurance rather than comfort.
In this episode: James 1, verse 2; First Peter 1, verses 6–8; John 15, verse 11; John 16, verse 24; John 17, verse 13; James 1, verses 13–15; Proverbs 13, verse 14; Proverbs 12, verse 28; Romans 8, verses 35–39
“Unashamed” Episode 1247 is sponsored by:
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Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!
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Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00-08:40 Jase gets caught up in an auction
08:41-18:13 How to find “pure joy” in suffering
18:14-28:54 There’s NO advantage to sin
28:55-36:23 Why self medication never works
36:24-46:33 What’s the “crown” of life?
46:33-55:00 Tried, tempted, and staying true
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Jase, Al, and Zach connect recent headlines about the Minnesota daycare fraud scheme to a deeper biblical truth: life built outside God’s wisdom always collapses into dust. Drawing from Proverbs and real-world scandals, the guys dive into how deception thrives in darkness but never survives the light of truth or God’s design for human flourishing. Jase reveals the shocking move he made when his daughter Mia brought home her first boyfriend—and how it traces back to the time he himself was threatened with death just for walking through a girlfriend’s front door.
In this episode: Proverbs 8; Proverbs 14, verse 4; Proverbs 21, verses 6, 9, 19, and 30; Proverbs 22, verses 6 and 29; Proverbs 30, verses 15–16, 18–19, and 24–28; Colossians 3, verse 23; James 1, verses 13–15; James 3, verses 13–18; 1 John 3, verse 8; Hebrews 12, verses 26–28; Genesis 1, verse 1; Genesis 2, verses 15–17; Genesis 3, verses 1–7
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Chapters:
00:00-09:10 Fresh eggs come from dirty coops
09:11-17:19 Why Phil changed his career trajectory
17:20-24:43 Raising kids to live in reality
24:44-29:33 How to deal with your daughter’s boyfriend
29:34-36:01 The mystery of why women put up with men
36:02-43:12 The blueprint for human flourishing
43:13-52:42 The playbook for falling prey to sin
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Jase skips duck season for a few days to go treasure hunting and stumbles into a reminder about how quickly towns—and priorities—can disappear. Uncle Si’s joke about having the “wrong weapon” resurfaces, and Jase finally understands after it took decades to land. The guys pivot into a deeper discussion of wisdom, drawing from Proverbs to argue that wisdom isn’t a list of rules, but the grain God built into creation itself.
In this episode: Genesis 9; Acts 10; Leviticus 18; John 1, verses 1–14; Hebrews 1, verses 1–4; Proverbs 8, verses 1 and 22–31; Matthew 11, verse 19; First Corinthians 1, verse 24; First Corinthians 1, verse 30; Colossians 1, verse 15; Colossians 1, verse 28; Colossians 2, verse 3; Ephesians 2, verses 8–10; First John 1, verses 1–3; First John 2, verse 6; First John 3, verse 5; First John 3, verse 24
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621
Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts.
Chapters:
00:00-09:10 Jase hunts with the wrong weapon
09:11-15:00 “Unashamed” gets censored?!
15:01-24:02 The key to understanding the whole Bible
24:03-34:19 Is wisdom a person or an ideal?
34:20-44:48 Jesus as the “firstborn” of creation
44:49-54:24 How to wrap your brain around being forgiven
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went to college. Took biology 101. Then I took out the Bible. Everything matched up with Darwins theory. The only thing missing was how long God's day was. Made me more of a deliver than I was before.
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phil will forever be a legend for us all❤️
Prayers for grandson 🙏 just had gallbladder removed. My whole family. Faith and strength.
it is finished last word.
Jonah and the big fish. only sign now. Jesus said.
Life is like a Vapor. Quick. The dash.
The harvest is Ripe Too few laborers.
John 21. Peter, do you love me? my fv. cry every time.
Yes. The story.
bribes or bartering work. hope.
ps. 150. everlasting breath.
death is only a sting away, a mile away. laugh.
How do you manage to get Jase "Crazy Eyes" in every episode title pic? ;/
Oh wow now Jase is correcting James the brother of Christ. In his understanding of scripture. Someone who most likely could read and understand Hebrew and Greek. Dangerous grounds.
1969. Exactly.
Sabbath is a command. Rest.
Jesus did not answer every question. His comfort is Holy Spirit. Redeemed. Restoration is Heaven.