Episodes

What is "the Patriarchy?" We offer critiques to both conservative and liberal talking points on this important topic . . . and try to find a way forward. Then, a review of some of the worst toys ever made. Feedback here: the...

We continue the discussion from last week . . . now with the basic question: can you determine your identity apart from society? Or more specifically, can you pick your pronouns? Write us at thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

A nuanced, compassionate, thoughtful, sane conversation with potential solutions to this thorny issue. And Dave plays a scary prank on some kids. Join the conversation at thehopperpodcast@gmail.com .

Happy Thanksgiving! What are the most popular dishes for Thanksgiving dinner? Then, a short story about an outburst of profanity in a seminary class. Write to us at thehopperpodcast@gmail.com .

Dave marvels at stories of near death experiences and famous last words of dying people. Willy (the hospice chaplain) talks about his experiences watching people die. And the guys review what the Bible says about communicat...

Careful discussion on birth control -- IUDs, IVF. Then, Dave talks about his struggles with infertility and Willy discusses his struggles with miscarriage. Then, the guys laugh at a few of the funniest YouTube videos, includ...

The United States has lost the War on Drugs. What do we do now? Willy has a way forward, Dave isn't so sure. What do you think? And we read mail from Evan who pushes back on our episode about the ethics of football. Push b...

A brief look at the. Bible's view of homosexuality. As always, we are not conservative enough to fit into the Right, and not progressive enough to fit into the Left. But we try to stay as close to the text of the Bible as w...

The NFL is (by far) the most profitable sports league in the world, but what is the moral cost of all the violence? It's not easy to understand such a complex issue, but let's try. Then, Dave and Willy talk about their worst...

Should Facebook ban Donald Trump? Let's have a rational, hospitable conversation about this complex issue. Then, should we Christians baptize babies? We say, "Yes!" because the Bible says so . . . but this, too, is complex....

The guys tackle various vaccine conspiracies without following the narratives of either the right or the left. Then they talk about CRISPR and gene editing. And finally a segment on Baptism. And plenty of jokes, too . . . W...

Some NFL players kneel during the National Anthem. We discuss various sides of this controversial issue, and come to several conclusions, with a few laughs. And Willy tells the story of Julius Rosenwald. Tell us where we wen...

Recently passed Texas law bans all abortions after 6 weeks. Is this really a "win" for pro-life? Does it really help babies? Mothers? Society? Learn about the legal innovation . . . what does it mean for the future? Then,...

Dave and William discuss recent vaccine mandates, the age of the universe, and discover that Dave is a beer snob, Willy is a beer hobo. Join the discussion, thehopperpodcast@gmail.com .

Should we defund the police? It's not what you think . . . or maybe it is, but probably not. Tell us what we missed: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

With Coronavirus rates of infections at all-time highs, how should Christians respond? And a listener review from James T. McCready. Join the conversation at thehopperpodcast@gmail.com .

Responding to the jaw-dropping horrors visited upon Afghanistan in the last week. Is there any hope in the world? And, you need to listen to " Baba Yetu ." Join the conversation at thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Some people don't fit the gender binary for various reasons. Dave gives us an overview of Intersex biology, theology, and how Christians should think, feel, and behave. Join the conversation by emailing us at thehopperpodcas...

The USA government said it does not have an explanation for the many UFO sightings over the last many years. The many clips of video footage leads many to believe that extra-terrestrials are visiting out planet. Dave and Wil...

Dave and William provide an overview of the main issues and perspectives surrounding the hot topic of abortion, including: biblical, moral, historical, medical, social, and legal issues. We avoid the tropes (on all sides) so ...

Dave tells Willy about his experiences as a novice hunter, and they discuss how hunting may be obedience to God's command to serve and protect our environment. And we take a question from a listener about "Christian" institu...

Willy tells Dave about 3 big ideas to reform American elections: 1) Required voting, 2) Ranked Choice Voting, and 3) Grass roots funding. Willy thinks these ideas would make elections much more fair, attract better candidates...

Dave and Willy talk about their habits with eating: good, bad, and ugly. And Willy talks about his spiritual and nutritional fasting. Then, they discuss the question, "are we Evangelicals?" What does that word mean?

William talks about The Structure of Scientific Revolution by Thomas Kuhn as a way to show how we can better persuade others of our views. We should not poke holes in the paradigms of others, expecting they will abandon their...