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In this episode, we welcome back David French, columnist for The New York Times , former constitutional attorney, and author of Divided We Fall . We discuss the current state of American democracy, the challenges of political division, and how we can engage in civil discourse despite deep ideological differences. David also shares a personal update on his family and reflects on the profound trials and growth that come with adversity. 📌 What We Discuss: ✔️ How David and his family navigated the challenges of a serious health crisis. ✔️ The rise of political polarization and the factors driving it. ✔️ Why distinguishing between “unwise, unethical, and unlawful” is crucial in analyzing political actions. ✔️ How consuming different perspectives (even opposing ones) helps in understanding political dynamics. ✔️ The role of Christian values in politics and how they are being redefined. ⏳ Episode Highlights 📍 [00:01:00] – David French’s background and his journey from litigation to journalism. 📍 [00:02:30] – Personal update: David shares his wife Nancy’s battle with cancer and their journey as a family. 📍 [00:06:00] – How to navigate personal trials while maintaining faith and resilience. 📍 [00:10:00] – The danger of political paranoia and the pitfalls of extreme polarization. 📍 [00:18:00] – The "friend-enemy" paradigm in American politics and its influence in Christian fundamentalism. 📍 [00:24:00] – Revisiting Divided We Fall : How America’s divisions have devolved since 2020. 📍 [00:40:00] – The categories and differences of unwise, unethical, and unlawful political actions. 📍 [00:55:00] – The balance between justice, kindness, and humility in political engagement. 📍 [01:00:00] – The After Party initiative: A Christian approach to politics focused on values rather than policy. 💬 Featured Quotes 🔹 "You don't know who you truly are until your values are tested." – David French 🔹 "If we focus on the relational, we can have better conversations even across deep differences." – Corey Nathan 🔹 "Justice, kindness, and humility—if you're missing one, you're doing it wrong." – David French 🔹 "The United States has a history of shifting without repenting. We just move on." – David French 📚 Resources Mentioned David French’s Writing: New York Times David’s Book: Divided We Fall The After Party Initiative – More Info Advisory Opinions Podcast (with Sarah Isgur & David French) – Listen Here 📣 Call to Action If you found this conversation insightful, please: ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics ✅ Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion 🔗 Connect With Us on Social Media @coreysnathan: Bluesky LinkedIn Instagram Threads Facebook Substack David French: 🔗 Twitter | BlueSky | New York Times Our Sponsors Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com Prolux Autogroup: www.proluxautogroup.com or www.granadahillsairporttransportation.com Let’s keep talking politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡…

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Are you feeling like the world is a strange and unsettling place right now? Mindfully can help. Join Lisa Millar, and Sydney Swans legend and mindfulness champion Brett Kirk, as they bring you the tools you need to find a calmer and happier you. From getting rid of work stress, to coping with adversity, Mindfully will help you build mindfulness into key areas of your life.

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Mindfulness and relationships — explained 13:18

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Life is an interconnected web of relationships. And nurturing those connections can be tricky at times. Mindfulness can help improve how we relate to ourselves and others. AFL legend and father of five, Brett Kirk, and his wife Hayley, pull back the curtain on their 22-year relationship and how mindfulness has helped them feel closer. Clinical psychologist, Dr Ben Buchanan reveals how he uses mindfulness in his marriage and how to incorporate it into our busy, everyday lives. Smiling Mind CEO Addie Wootten gives us some practical tips on how to improve relationships with ourselves, our partner, our family, and our friends through mindfulness.…

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Relationships meditation 01 — Time for self-compassion 10:26

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How often do you show yourself some compassion? It's the heart of self-care, but so often we fall to the bottom of our own priority pile. This Smiling Mind meditation is about learning to show yourself the same care and kindness you would a loved one.

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Relationships meditation 02 — Active, mindful listening 10:40

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Giving your full attention to someone is key to being more present. This Smiling Mind meditation uses music to help you develop mindful listening skills. This can help your interactions with your partner, family, and loved ones.

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Relationships meditation 03 — See your family through new eyes 11:45

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Imagine meeting your family for the first time. This Smiling Mind meditation is a journey of re-discovery, designed to help you see your family with fresh eyes. It aims to develop more meaningful and connected relationships with your family members

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Relationships meditation 04 — Growing through gratitude 12:11

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Gratitude helps us to maintain and strengthen relationships. This Smiling Mind meditation is designed to help you cultivate a feeling of appreciation and gratitude for your friends.

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INTRODUCING — Mindfulness and relationships 1:19

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Relationships with other people can be the source of life's greatest joys. And, greatest frustrations. In this series, Mindfully host and former Sydney Swans captain Brett Kirk looks into the ways mindfulness can improve your relationships. The four short meditations are tailor-made to give you back some control of your state - even when emotions are running high. With practical tips on how to incorporate mindfulness meditation into your life; it will provide you with the tools you need to be kinder and more patient with yourself and the people who are important to you. Developed in collaboration with not-for-profit organisation Smiling Mind, these meditations are designed for you to use however and whenever suits you best.…

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Corona Calm 08 – Coping with adversity 8:17

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A meditation for when things in life seem difficult, stressful, or overwhelming. Take this time to breathe, and find the calm.

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Corona Calm 07 – Unwind before bed 13:46

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When it comes to falling asleep, it can be so hard to switch off. You lie in bed....worrying about the endless lists of things to do and worrying about tomorrow.... well, let all that go. Right now. Because this gratitude meditation is all about making you feel warm inside, while you’re toasty in bed. Sweet dreams.…

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Corona Calm 06 – Deep, blissful listening 8:52

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A sleep-inducing meditation for the times it can be hard to switch off. This gratitude meditation is all about making you feel warm inside, while you’re cosy in bed. Sweet dreams.

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Corona Calm 05 – A relaxing family ritual 7:54

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If you have kids at home, this meditation has been made specially so you can listen with the younger people in your life. And for any frazzled parents, you might find this very useful for five minutes of quiet time. So relax, and enjoy this one together.

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Corona Calm 04 – Breathe and let go 8:12

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With this meditation you'll use ‘the breath’ to help you relax and soothe your emotions.

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Corona Calm 03 — Five minutes of calm 6:34

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On days when things feel overwhelming, this short body-scan meditation will help you to rebalance yourself.

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Corona Calm 02 — A kids meditation 7:51

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It can feel like there’s a lot of chaos out there in the world right now... so this meditation has been made with kindness in mind... and it’s been made specially so you can listen to it with the younger people in your life.

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Corona Calm 01 – soothe an anxious mind 8:35

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These are complicated times, and plenty of us are spending more time indoors than ever before. This meditation is designed to help you feel a sense of calm in your mind... and in your home.

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Corona Calm 00 — Finding calm in the midst of Coronavirus 1:23

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