Ep 1200 | Exposing the Innocence Project: Fake Evidence, Dark Funding & Protecting Monsters

We start off the week by giving an update on the James Coates situation. You'll remember that Pastor Coates is in trouble with the Canadian government for not following COVID guidelines and choosing to open his church to all, in accordance with his faith. The jailing of Pastor Coates is a sharp contrast to another legal case in the Edmonton, Alberta, area: A sexual predator with a long history of convictions was released from jail the same week that Pastor Coates was locked up. Under what logic is James Coates the bigger threat to society? Then, we discuss a recent article in the New York Times that points out the alarming idea that Instagram influencers are beginning to occupy the societal role typically associated with church and religion. The article points out people like Glennon Doyle, who, through books and Instagram feeds, give pseudo-spiritual comfort to thousands and thousands of women. --- Today's Sponsor: Patriot Mobile is America's ONLY Christian conservative wireless provider. They will never silence you & they've never sent a penny to the Left! This month get FREE premiere activation, where they set up the phone for you, and a special gift, with the offer code 'ALLIE'. Go to PatriotMobile.com/Allie. --- Past Episodes Mentioned: Ep 380 | Pastor James Coates Imprisoned: Persecution or Ploy? | Guest: Erin Coates https://apple.co/3rvYabH Ep 272 | Canadian Pastor Jailed & Lessons from Limbaugh https://apple.co/3cgNesb --- Show Links: The Christian Post: "Court orders pastor to remain in jail until May trial for violating COVID-19 restrictions" https://bit.ly/3l12M7d Global News: "Questions raised after Edmonton child predator re-released: 'How many times is enough?'" https://bit.ly/3qzG5bG The New York Times: "The Empty Religions of Instagram" https://nyti.ms/3rG9Jxj The Seattle Times (from 2017): "UW study finds Seattle’s minimum wage is costing jobs" https://bit.ly/30rBkGu --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8 Mar 202158min

Today we're discussing the idea of religious persecution regarding Pastor James Coates of GraceLife Church in Alberta, Canada. Pastor Coates is in jail right now for holding his church services at full capacity instead of the 15% capacity mandated by the government. A point of contention among Christian circles has been whether this qualifies as religious persecution or not. To give further details and commentary on the situation, Erin Coates, the pastor's wife, joins us. We address the theology of the situation and offer some encouragement for the future. --- Today's Sponsors: Annie's Kit Clubs: No matter your crafting experience, you can make a picture-perfect project you'll be proud to display. Save 50% on your first kit today! Go to AnniesKitClubs.com/Allie. Gabi Insurance: You're probably overpaying on car & home insurance. See how much Gabi can save you! It's totally free to check & there's no obligation. Go to Gabi.com/Relatable. --- Past Episodes Mentioned: Ep 372: Canadian Pastor Jailed & Lessons From Limbaugh --- Show Links: GraceLife Church: Sermons Erin mentioned (Dec 20/20 & Feb 14/21) https://gracelife.ca/sermons/ Write a note to James & Erin: GraceLifeChurch Attn: Erin Coates 51529A Range Rd 262 Spruge Grove, AB T7Y 1B3 CANADA --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Mar 202149min

Yesterday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that Texas will no longer have a statewide mask mandate and that the government will no longer require businesses to operate at reduced capacity. Then, we discuss New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and the #MeToo moment he's having right now. Three women have accused him of harassment, and unlike Cuomo's nursing home COVID scandal, the media actually seems to care about this one. And, it's time we addressed the much-talked-about exchange between Senator Rand Paul and Rachel Levine during Dr. Levine's confirmation hearing.  --- Today's sponsors: Built Bar: Stay healthy in the new year! Go to https://www.BuiltBar.com and use promo code RELATABLE to get 20% off your order! StartMail: Start securing your email privacy with StartMail! Sign up today and you’ll get 50% off your first year! Go to https://www.StartMail.com/ALLIE --- Today's sources: TheBlaze: Texas drops coronavirus restrictions, opens all businesses 100%, ends statewide mask mandate: https://bit.ly/386k0Lp NYT: Cuomo Must Admit to His ‘Predatory Behavior,’ Accuser Says: https://nyti.ms/2OfXQPE Lindsey Boylan on Medium: My story of working with Governor Cuomo: https://bit.ly/3ecLYch Video: Rand Paul questions Rachel Levine on gender-affirming care for minors: hhttps://bit.ly/30bxvVK Video: Rep. Greg Steube of Florida speaking out against the Equality Act: https://bit.ly/30gtXRP --- Previous episodes: Ep 373: Uncovering Andrew Cuomo's COVID Corruption | Guest: Janice Dea‪n‬ Ep 335: Understanding the Biblical Telos of Gende‪r‬ Ep 376: How the Equality Act Opposes Science & Faith | Guest: Lila Ros‪e‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Mar 202150min

In perhaps its most controversial move yet, the Biden administration did not honor Dr. Seuss during National Read Across America Day. If we keep canceling authors for their perceived problems, will there be any books left to read? Maybe just the ones by Robin DiAngelo or Ibram X. Kendi. This kind of cultural revolt against anything "old" has been seen before in Mao's China, to horrifying effect. The progressives of today have a similarly utopian dream, but the road to get to the equity they want so much is laden with suffering. Maybe we should stop burning books, literally or figuratively? They want math to be more equitable too: Some teachers are now being told that it's white supremacy to look for a single correct answer to a problem.  --- Today's sponsor: Annie's Kit Clubs: No matter your crafting experience, you can make a picture-perfect project you’ll be proud to display. Go to https://AnniesKitClubs.com/ALLIE and save 50% on your first kit! --- Today's sources: Fox News: Biden erases Dr. Seuss from 'Read Across America' proclamation as progressives seek to cancel beloved author: https://fxn.ws/3q7TBmj Seattle Times: 6 Dr. Seuss books won’t be published for racist images: https://bit.ly/3bSomXz Daily Wire: Oregon Promotes Program Focused On ‘Dismantling Racism In Mathematics,’ Says Finding The Right Answer A Sign Of White Supremacy: https://bit.ly/3uOd9ju Tablet: California Is Cleansing Jews From History: https://bit.ly/3dXbwdc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 Mar 202150min

Today we're discussing the controversy surrounding Taylor Nolan, Chris Harrison, and "The Bachelor," as well as Trump's return to the spotlight at CPAC. Taylor Nolan of "The Bachelor" has long been a champion of cancel culture and a self-proclaimed expert on all things woke. But that didn't save her from the rage mob when it was discovered that she had some offensive tweets of her own from years back. Incredibly, Taylor shifted the blame from herself to society at large. This is a classic example of the double-edged nature of cancel culture: Once they set their sights on you, no amount of wokeness can save you. As Christians, we know that God has the authority to really cancel us for all eternity, but we find our joy in his grace and forgiveness — two traits that cancel culture is sorely lacking. Moving on to CPAC, Trump took the stage to deride the Biden administration's stance on school openings and the fact that allowing transgender girls to compete in women's sports is harmful to biological girls. Many at CPAC said they would vote for Donald Trump if he ran again, but the man would be over 80 years old by then! Others say that Florida Gov. Ron Desantis could be a kind of Trump 2.0, since his state is faring quite well in the pandemic compared to blue states and he has taken other strong stances conservatives approve of. --- Today's sponsor: ExpressVPN: Protect your information from the prying eyes of big tech! Get an extra 3 months of service for free at https://www.EpressVPN.com/ALLIE --- Today's sources: Page Six: ‘Bachelor’ alum Taylor Nolan apologizes for ‘hurtful’ past tweets: https://pagesix.com/2021/02/28/bachelor-alum-taylor-nolan-apologizes-for-hurtful-past-tweets/ Video: Donald Trump's comments at CPAC on re-opening schools: https://twitter.com/DailyCaller/status/1366149804720537602?s=20 Video: Donald Trump's comments at CPAC on women's sports: https://twitter.com/DailyCaller/status/1366155527395434497 Washington Times: Artist of golden Trump sculpture strikes back at liberal critics: 'This is not an idol': https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2021/feb/28/tommy-zegan-says-golden-trump-sculpture-not-idol/ --- Previous Episode: Ep 369: The Bachelor, Solly Baby & Gina Carano: How (and How Not) to Handle the Mo‪b‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 Mar 202150min

Today we're talking about the Equality Act as well as Joe Biden's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Xavier Becerra. The man who succeeded Kamala Harris as AG of California, Becerra has already proved himself to be a pro-abortion politician. Christian Democrats who say they are pro-choice should really know better; one can't reconcile an acceptance of abortion with adherence to God's word, the Bible. A major piece of legislation that Democrats want passed is the Equality Act, and it's about much more than who can use which bathroom. There are much broader implications in this act for kids and churches, and to speak about that, we welcome pro-life activist Lila Rose to the show. ---- Today's Sponsors: Built Bar is better-tasting than your favorite candy bar. Enjoy the healthiest thing you'll do today! Go to BuiltBar.com & use promo code 'RELATABLE' to get 20% off your next order! Patriot Mobile just expanded their coverage, making it even easier for more Americans to dump the big name carriers who charge way too much & then donate money to leftists. Go to PatriotMobile.com/Allie to get free PREMIERE activation - they set up the phone for you & you get a special gift! Use offer code 'ALLIE'. ---- Past Episodes Mentioned: Ep 115: The "Equality" Act Ep 339: The Price of Losing Georgia & Christian Nationalism ---- Show Links: Preorder Lila Rose's book, Fighting for Life: Becoming a Force for Change in a Wounded World ---- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Feb 202144min

Today we're covering a much-requested topic: the situations surrounding Carl Lentz, Ravi Zacharias, and Max Lucado. What do we do when our Christian teachers and leaders let us down? Sin can happen to anyone, and it's always sad to discover that people weren't who we thought they were. Such is the case for Carl Lentz and Ravi Zacharias, who were revealed to behave differently behind closed doors. But remember, the strength of your faith shouldn't rely on our imperfect human leaders, but on God, who never changes. We also discuss the unfolding drama around Max Lucado, who is under fire for his views on LGBTQ marriage. Max ended up apologizing for his views, even though he still likely believes in the biblical definition of marriage. So why do it? --- Today's Sponsors: Bambee can change HR from your biggest liability to your biggest strength. Go to Bambee.com/Allie to schedule your FREE HR audit! Ettitude offers sustainably-made bedding, sleepwear, bathware and accessories all made from 100% organic bamboo fabric. Go to Ettitude.com/Allie & get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping! --- Today's Sources: Disgraced Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz might get payoff despite ‘multiple affairs’: https://pge.sx/3pRw5Km    RZIM whistleblower details 'toxic' culture of manipulation, mockery in letter to board: https://bit.ly/3qT6e6a  Outrage Over Max Lucado Shows There Is No Room For Dissent In LGBT Church Politics: https://bit.ly/37Mczsr  Max Lucado Apologizes to LGBTQ For Preaching Against Homosexuality, Harming Them: https://bit.ly/3pQoPhT --- Past Episodes Mentioned: Ep 352: Trump Impeachment, Abortion in Argentina, & Ravi Zacharias --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Feb 202156min

Today we're going to break down some of the most important aspects of Judge Merrick Garland's confirmation hearing. Why is the attorney general important? What job does he actually do within an administration? Unlike the confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh or Amy Coney Barrett, the confirmation of Judge Garland is expected to go relatively smoothly. We'll talk about Judge Garland's response to Sen. John Kennedy asking him about women in sports and what that means for gender issues going forward. How does it set the tone for what we can expect from the Biden administration? And, what about Tom Cotton questioning Judge Garland on the difference between racial equality and equity? Unfortunately, Judge Garland's response leaves the door open for critical race theory in government. --- Today's Sponsor: Annie's Kit Clubs: Every month, Annie's Creative Woman Club will send you a brand-new craft kit to engage your mind and calm your soul. Annie's sends you all the instructions and special supplies you need to create a new piece of boutique-worthy decor. Go to AnniesKitClubs.com/ALLIE & save 50% on your first kit! --- Past Episodes Mentioned: Ep 373 | Uncovering Andrew Cuomo's COVID Corruption | Guest: Janice Dean Ep 306 | Amy Coney Barrett & Trump's Battle for the Presidency --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Feb 202142min