Season 1

Willy reads a letter from a former slave to his former master from the Introduction to Reparations: A Christian Call for Repentance and Repair . This is the beginning of a much larger set of conversations on this difficult, ...

Screaming profanities can be good for you! How? Willy reports on new research. Then, Dave reminds us of the 4 cardinal virtues. Call us at 214.267.9287 or write us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Happy Mothers Day. Dave talks about how and when he spanked his kids; but this conversation (as always) needs to be nuanced. Do you spank your kids? If so, when and how? If not, why not? Then, public high schools have insta...

What makes a Christian worship service good or bad? Our preferences? Our heart? Our obedience? Discussion kicked off by a quote from James K. A. Smith's You Are What You Love. Then, the story of a super-horny tortoise who...

These new "vigilante" laws are crazy and driving us deeper into the cultural wars. What can we do about it? Then, monkeys are "enslaved" to harvest coconuts. What are the ethical issues surrounding this? This important con...

Happy Easter! The resurrection of Jesus is the most important event in all of history. Let's rejoice together . . . and, Dave tried to convince Willy of his weird theory. Write us or send a voice memo: thehopperpodcast@gmai...

Lia Thomas (previously Will Thomas) made history when she won the NCAA championship in the 500 meter freestyle swimming race recently. The left says, "You must embrace Lia as a woman athlete like all other women athletes." ...

In light of the current Russian invasion of Ukraine, we review the Just War Tradition of Christianity going back to St. Augustine and Thomas Aquinas. Then, Willy starts practicing Judo, and Dave tells stories and gives advice...

When should we trust emotions? When should we believe our thoughts? How do they affect each other? Then, a profane crow named "Cosmo" corrupts our children. Write us or send a voice memo: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

Social media share many characteristics with classic cults, both "benefits" and curses. What does that mean for us? Then, German cars are getting vandalized by weasels! Write us or send a voice memo: thehopperpodcast@gmail.c...

Answering basic questions to Universal Basic Income: 1) Won't this encourage people to be lazy? and 2) We can't afford it, can we? Then, the story behind Chumbawamba's 1997 hit, "Tubthumping." Write us or send a voice memo: t...

We've got to talk about about Russia invading Ukraine. In our discussion, we veer into how American conservatives and liberals are each trying to use this invasion to push their own agendas in terrible ways. Then, Eye in the...

Introduction to Universal Basic Income as a way to redistribute resources fairly (see our previous episode on the biblical basis). Then, then fake conspiracy growing in popularity, "Birds Aren't Real." Write us or send a voi...

The Bible advocates for redistribution of wealth. Really? Yes, let's talk about it. Write us, or send a voice memo: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

The guys debate whether or not babies should participate in the Lord's Supper. Willy thinks they should; Dave thinks they should wait. What do you think? Then, a few of the craziest town festivals in the United States. Join...

We all know that money corrupts politics; where is the justice? Which regulations are just, which are unjust? Then, Dave brings new evidence that common farming methods are increasing climate change, and how we can do better...

Is America a Christian nation? Patriots say, "America is special to me." Christian Nationalists say, "America is special to God." What is Christian nationalism? Where did it come from? Then, why are hamsters drinking so mu...

Dave expresses his concern about the misuse of books like Safe People and Boundaries . They are so helpful for some, but if misunderstood and misused they can become weapons for abuse. And we respond to criticism, correction,...

Continuing the discussion we started last week with Greg Johnson (go back and listen to that one, first). Then, we hate winter. But building a humongous snowman was fun that one time. Complaints or compliments: thehopperpodc...

Interview with the Rev. Dr. Greg Johnson of Memorial Presbyterian Church about his new book Still Time to Care: What We Can Learn from the Church's Failed Attempt to Cure Homosexuality . Greg says this book is also essential ...

The ups and downs of the recent rise of China. Then, our 3rd installment of Terrible Toys. write to us at thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

What does the Confederate Flag mean? Then, a review of the terrible tornado in our home town of Bowling Green. Finally, more terrible toys. Write to us: thehopperpodcast@gmail.com

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