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The World and Everything in It is an Apple Podcasts top 100 News program delivering essential headlines, field reporting, interviews, and expert analysis every weekday. Hear original coverage such as a weekly overview of every Supreme Court case, biblical cultural analysis, and key international stories.
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A Digital Revolt
Parents at a small Christian school who pledged to get rid of social media discover that’s easier said than done
The World and Everything in It: December 6, 2024
On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet analyzes the Supreme Court case over transgender treatments for minors, Collin Garbarino reviews two streaming offerings debuting this weekend; and more music for Advent. Plus, Ask the Editor, and the Friday morning news
Friday morning news: December 6, 2024
The news of the day, including the final House Secret Service hearing into the attempted assassinations of Donald Trump, a Senate hearing grills FDA over unhealthy food, and French President Emmanuel Macron refuses to step down
Culture Friday: Disagreeing over reality
John Stonestreet on a landmark day at the Supreme Court on transgenderism and protecting children, assisted suicide in the U.K., and the rise of podcast culture
Myths, miracles, and space adventures
Netflix’s Mary reimagines Biblical history, while Star Wars: Skeleton Crew delivers a nostalgic, adventure-filled journey through the galaxy
Ask the Editor: Encouragement, updates, and inspiring stories
From heartfelt notes to a renewed call for prayer, WORLD appreciates the involvement of listeners
Music of Advent: Psalm 24’s timeless call to worship
From King David’s Psalm to Handel’s Messiah and modern hymns, the enduring message of God’s glory continues to inspire
The World and Everything in It: December 5, 2024
Voices from outside the Supreme Court over parental rights and gender identity, also stories of families damaged by “transgender care,” and an American doctor serving in Gaza. Plus, a church bell upgrade, Cal Thomas on justice for all, and the Thursday morning news
Thursday morning news: December 5, 2024
The news of the day, including unrest in South Korea, French lawmakers oust prime minister, and NATO chief urges members to increase defense spending
Supreme Court case sparks divided rallies
As justices weigh Tennessee’s law on transgender procedures for minors, demonstrators clash over parental rights, youth safety, and medical ethics
Harmed by “care”
Detransitioners and parents call for greater safeguards against medical interventions for minors
Kicker: New bells for the belfry
An old bell tower gets a high-tech upgrade
Caught in the crossfire
An American trauma surgeon describes the medical crisis in Gaza, where children are lost to gunshots, starvation, and a collapsed healthcare system
Cal Thomas: Breaking promises and public trust
Hunter Biden’s pardon reveals political expediency over principle, deepening public cynicism about fairness in Washington
The World and Everything in It: December 4, 2024
On Washington Wednesday, President-elect Trump’s tariffs and a Supreme Court case about so-called “gender affirming care”; on World Tour, news from Georgia, Venezuela, Syria, and South Africa; and a conversation about freedom. Plus, assisted suicide and the Wednesday morning news
Wednesday morning news: December 4, 2024
The news of the day, including South Korea’s short-lived martial law, Biden avoids questions about son’s pardon, and an illegal immigrant exports weapons to North Korea
Washington Wednesday: Trump’s tariffs and Supreme Court showdown
As the the president-elect doubles down on tariffs, the Supreme Court takes on a pivotal case on parental rights and gender identity
World Tour: Georgian protests over EU delay
Plus, Venezuelans demand justice for political prisoners, Islamists advance in Syria, and Cape Town lights up for Christmas
Kicker: Words of the year
Competing dictionaries select the top words of 2024
Faith, freedom, and the power of perseverance
Eye surgeon Ming Wang reflects on his journey from atheism to Christianity, his dedication to American freedoms, and the importance of grit