the Tony Funderburk FunderCast

Author, Podcaster, Poet, Singer-Songwriter, Voice Talent. In each article and each episode of the FunderCast, Tony Funderburk shares his focus on Faith, Hope, and Love. Tony’s the author and publisher of 34 books (and counting) for adults and kids, thousands of articles, and a songwriter with hundreds of songs to his credit. Get some free songs, a book for kids, and more, when you subscribe to The FunderFlash Journal today. TonyFunderburk.com

So stupid, so smart, but which for which part?

I enjoy listening to Elon Musk. Especially since he bought Twitter, which he now calls X, and allowed free speech on that platform. And he seems to truly love America. So, he’s got that going for him, too. Obviously he’s … Read the rest The post So stupid, so smart, but which for which part? appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

10-30
10:33

Dead duck perspective and what’s more effective

Your government’s budget (and every other part) is NOT operating on or in a just and wise system. And if you ran your household like politicians run this country, you’d be a dead duck already. Dead duck. That’s kind of … Read the rest The post Dead duck perspective and what’s more effective appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

10-22
13:24

Ingredient checker is such a home wrecker

You might believe what I’m about to share with you from an American food ingredient checker. You might, but I think most Americans won’t believe it. Here’s some data the ingredient checker discovered. ~ These ingredients are banned in Europe. … Read the rest The post Ingredient checker is such a home wrecker appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

10-13
11:03

Hurricane Helene and what it doesn’t mean

Some people, even some Christians, say that what’s going on, in the Southeast, is God getting our attention. Or maybe that He’s sending down some wrath on haters. Have you heard anything like that? I even watched a young woman, … Read the rest The post Hurricane Helene and what it doesn’t mean appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

10-05
12:47

Easy cure, for what we endure and I’m sure

Twenty-six years ago I remember hearing somebody say how corrupt our government has become. And they said it felt like people who want to stand up for truth, justice, and the American way (to quote from the old Superman TV … Read the rest The post Easy cure, for what we endure and I’m sure appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

09-27
13:45

Now and then I go back where I’ve been

Now and then, with a keyboard or pen, I go back where I’ve been. That’s what I say now. And “then” I said this: I find it difficult to write anything without trying to make it rhyme in my head. … Read the rest The post Now and then I go back where I’ve been appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

09-18
09:04

Thoughts and deeds the wise man heeds

If you even think evil thoughts, you’ve sinned. How’s that for a cheerful start to your week? I had one main reason why it came up in me to say that. Because of the kinds of things that transpired over … Read the rest The post Thoughts and deeds the wise man heeds appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

09-16
14:44

Secret mission is doable because you’re renewable

It’s not impossible. Although sometimes it can certainly feel that way. And you definitely don’t have to accept it if you don’t want it. So, think it over before you accept or reject your secret mission. Because the fate of … Read the rest The post Secret mission is doable because you’re renewable appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

09-14
10:08

Painful day: Fading away? Or ready to slay?

Another painful day of anxiety. And the effects, of it, range from silent crying to freaked-out scenes in public places to even assaults. Day after painful day after day. Oh, maybe I should clarify. I’m not talkin’ about me. Good … Read the rest The post Painful day: Fading away? Or ready to slay? appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

09-12
13:43

Because of it a lotta people quit

Nations and empires fall because of it. Governments become tyrannical and then crumble because of it. And families are torn to shreds because of it. And it’s something you can’t detect with your five senses. But you WILL still suffer … Read the rest The post Because of it a lotta people quit appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-30
14:12

Master of the universe: one is better, one is worse

It’s truly your lucky day! Because, even though I didn’t think I’d ever share this secret again, I’m gonna show you the main ingredients you need in order to be master of the universe. And despite what you might have … Read the rest The post Master of the universe: one is better, one is worse appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-25
11:21

Good for the environment statement didn’t make a dent

I gotta share this story I just saw again today. Maybe you’ve seen some version of it. But it’s about what happened when a young cashier told an older woman “you should bring your grocery bags next time. Because plastic … Read the rest The post Good for the environment statement didn’t make a dent appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-23
09:28

Understatement of the year is maybe right here

Sure, you could say Tino loves music. If you’re trying to win the “understatement of the year” contest, you could say that. Or another “understatement of the year” could be… “He’s no quitter.” Boy oh boy, is THAT putting it … Read the rest The post Understatement of the year is maybe right here appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-21
07:59

Blue streak, take a peek, it’s unique

The anchors, the weather and sports reporters, the investigative reporters, and the editorialists all talked a blue streak night after night. So, it was ironic when Theo felt something like the stroke of a paintbrush across his heart. Because it … Read the rest The post Blue streak, take a peek, it’s unique appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-19
09:13

Struck out, struck down, and washed up in this town

You’ve heard how there was no joy in Mudville when Mighty Casey struck out. Well, I assume you’ve heard that or read it. And I know what happens when you assume. So, maybe I should have given a spoiler alert. … Read the rest The post Struck out, struck down, and washed up in this town appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-17
11:34

Here for you but what DID I do?

OK kiddos from 3 to 103. I’ll just let you know, right up front, that I’m here for you. Because I know that you fit into one of these categories. You are the: Cream of the crop Top of the … Read the rest The post Here for you but what DID I do? appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-16
06:35

The goal, the prize, and where to point your eyes

Kris and Themum woke up to a thunderstorm filled with bright flashes of lightning. Thank goodness they had taken extra time to secure their tents and position them for protection. Because the thunderstorm turned into what Uncle Paulo would describe … Read the rest The post The goal, the prize, and where to point your eyes appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-13
10:24

Mystical phenomenon, in this song, goes on and on

OK, you’ll enjoy this story much more if you use your best Irish or Scottish accent as you read. Even if you read it to yourself and you don’t read it out loud. You’re already doin’ it. Aren’t ya? Yeah, … Read the rest The post Mystical phenomenon, in this song, goes on and on appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-05
07:26

Hot weather conditions, poetic transitions

I’m not a fan of hot weather conditions. Yeah, there’s a pun hiding in plain sight, there. But I’m not gonna pun-ish you, more, right now. If you’ve been staying inside to lounge in the coolness of air conditioning, believe … Read the rest The post Hot weather conditions, poetic transitions appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

08-02
05:31

Common names and simple claims

I bet your name is NOT Titus. Because that’s not one of the more common names these days. At least not in English speaking countries. But, according to some information I found, Titus was once “one of the most common … Read the rest The post Common names and simple claims appeared first on Tony Funderburk.

07-21
09:06

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