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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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Singletake: Dear Dad
Last year Doubletake host Les Sillars wrote a series of letters to his father. He never sent them. Now he can't.
The World and Everything in It: December 20, 2024
On Culture Friday, John Stonestreet weighs in on the Wisconsin school shooting, RFK Jr.’s pro-life promises, and a Supreme Court justice on Broadway; Collin Garbarino reviews two new releases geared toward families; and more music for Advent. Plus, George Grant considers paradoxes and the Friday morning news
Friday morning news: December 20, 2024
The news of the day, including congressional debate over spending, Fani Willis removed from election interference case, and the Supreme Court prepares for a case about Medicaid funding for abortion
Culture Friday: Beyond government’s reach
John Stonestreet on the Wisconsin school shooting, RFK Jr.’s pro-life pledges, and a Supreme Court justice on Broadway
Mufasa stumbles, Sonic races ahead
Disney's Mufasa confuses the Lion King legacy, while Sonic the Hedgehog 3 delivers an action-packed, all-ages thrill
Word Play: The wisdom of paradox
Discovering truth through life’s surprising contradictions
Music of Advent: Songs of longing
Exploring the tension, hope, and faith in music inspired by the promise of Christ’s coming
The World and Everything in It: December 19, 2024
Christians in Madison, Wis., unite in grief and prayer after the tragic shooting, a mom arrested for letting her son roam, and Nativity scenes from around the world. Plus, a hidden message in a Christmas card, Cal Thomas on Biden’s final weeks, and the Thursday morning news
Thursday morning news: December 19, 2024
News of the day, including President-elect Trump rejects the proposed spending bill, the Federal Reserve cuts the interest rate, and the Supreme Court agrees to hear the TikTok case
Coming together
A Christian school and church experience God’s peace while grieving after a school shooting
Arrested for letting her son walk
Brittany Patterson’s ordeal raises questions about government overreach, childhood independence, and the limits of parental authority
Kicker: The Christmas card caper
British intelligence celebrates Christmas with a coded message
Nativities from around the world
A church in Alabama displays more than 200 nativity scenes, highlighting global Christmas traditions
Cal Thomas: Biden’s final moves
The outgoing administration’s actions spark outrage, confusion, and challenges for the incoming leadership
The World and Everything in It: December 18, 2024
On Washington Wednesday, a look back at the 118th Congress; on World Tour, news from West Africa, Bangladesh, Bolivia, and Kosovo; and gingerbread houses building more than family memories. Plus, celebrating athletes speaking up for life, unruly fans in demand, and the Wednesday morning news
Wednesday morning news: December 18, 2024
The news of the day, including the death of a Russian general killed by a detonated explosive, Congress recognizes the Jewish celebration of Hanukkah, and the House releases a report on managing artificial intelligence
Washington Wednesday: Bob Good’s final stand
The congressman from Virginia reflects on fiscal battles, party clashes, and his next steps after a narrow defeat
World Tour: West Africa faces division
Plus, Bangladesh plans elections, Bolivia votes for judges, and Kosovo Santas race for charity
Kicker: Home court advantage
One NBA team gets help from the fans
Sweet traditions
A gingerbread competition in Indiana brings together creativity, tradition, and community spirit