http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopesA PC tech in NY and an ESL teacher in Korea have been an evangelistic duo since 1995, traveling the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Eclectic views, diverse topics.enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 06:45:00 GMTTue, 14 Jan 2014 23:30:00 GMTReligionBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/32485f9c-8bfa-4c36-b83a-d4708c391360_dsc_6852.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopesA PC tech in NY and an ESL teacher in Korea have been an evangelistic duo since 1995, traveling the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Eclectic views, diverse topics.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comreligion,jesus,bible,god,christ,new,order,syria,world,new world orderStraightDopesnoA PC tech in NY and an ESL teacher in Korea have been an evangelistic duo since 1995, traveling the US, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Eclectic views, diverepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2014/01/14/he-will-lift-the-people-and-prove-that-his-word-and-law-are-validChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2014/01/14/he-will-lift-the-people-and-prove-that-his-word-and-law-are-valid/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2014/01/14/he-will-lift-the-people-and-prove-that-his-word-and-law-are-validTue, 14 Jan 2014 23:30:00 GMT"He Will Lift The People And Prove That His Word And Law Are Valid"Ariel Sharon, former Prime Minister of Israel, passed away last Saturday after an eight year protracted coma. This brings new relavence to the words of the late Rabbi Yitzhak Kaduri, the famed Haredi rabbi and mystic, who left a note to be opened a year after his death in 2006.  The note said: Concerning the letter abbreviation of the Messiah’s name, He will lift the people and prove that his word and law are valid. This I have signed in the month of mercy, Yitzhak Kaduri The first letters of each word in the phrase spell out the Hebrew name of Jesus.  It is not at all surprising that he wished his followers to wait a year after his death until opening the letter.  Yitzhak Kaduri had indeed apparently met the Messiah, but announcing His Name would have come as a great shock to the vast majority of Israelis (and Jews in general), to whom the Name of Jesus Christ as Messiah is utterly anathema.  Moreover, Rabbi Kaduri mentioned in a Yom Kippur sermon that the coming of the Messiah would not precede the death of Ariel Sharon. Here's a brief video on the topic: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0DTT3u2JZ8&feature=player_embedded   We live in interesting times, indeed!   00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Kaduri,Prophecy,Death of SharonAriel Sharon, former Prime Minister of Israel, passed away last Saturday after an eight year protracted coma. This brings new relavence to the words of the lathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/12/20/the-death-of-harold-campingReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/12/20/the-death-of-harold-camping/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/12/20/the-death-of-harold-campingFri, 20 Dec 2013 23:30:00 GMTThe Death Of Harold CampingHarold Camping, founder and General Manager of Family Radio Stations, died this week at age 92 after sufferring a fall at his home last month: http://www.kake.com/home/headlines/Controversial-preacher-Harold-Camping-dies-236118791.html   00:31:00StraightDopesnoHarold Camping,Death,Failed Prophecy,Family RadioHarold Camping, founder and General Manager of Family Radio Stations, died this week at age 92 after sufferring a fall at his home last month: http://www.kakehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/12/10/pay-to-play-plunk-your-money-down-pick-a-monumentand-from-last-weeks-planReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/12/10/pay-to-play-plunk-your-money-down-pick-a-monumentand-from-last-weeks-plan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/12/10/pay-to-play-plunk-your-money-down-pick-a-monumentand-from-last-weeks-planTue, 10 Dec 2013 23:30:00 GMTPay to Play: Plunk your money down, pick a monument...And from last week's planhttp://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2013/12/satanic-temple-monument-in-okla-may-include-interactive-display-for-kids/ Homage to Satan at state Capitol steps? _____________________________ And please see last week's description for a topic we didn't get to: commercial drone deliver 00:31:00StraightDopesnojesus,bible,freedom,love,newshttp://abcnews.go.com/blogs/politics/2013/12/satanic-temple-monument-in-okla-may-include-interactive-display-for-kids/ Homage to Satan at state Capitol steps?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/12/03/belated-topic-overcoming-and-drones-now-raining-both-death-andpizzaReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/12/03/belated-topic-overcoming-and-drones-now-raining-both-death-andpizza/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/12/03/belated-topic-overcoming-and-drones-now-raining-both-death-andpizzaTue, 03 Dec 2013 23:30:00 GMTBelated Topic: Overcoming--and, Drones, Now Raining BOTH Death and...PizzaThe 'Book of Life", whazzat? Is God half-finished with His novel, and, like choose-your-own adventure, He's waiting for us to finish it?             ___________ "He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels." Revelation 3:5. • "And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book."  Revelation 22:19 _______________________________________________________________ It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a large pepperoni with extra cheese... Amadrone?   00:31:00StraightDopesnodrones,revelation,bible,jesus,ChristianThe 'Book of Life", whazzat? Is God half-finished with His novel, and, like choose-your-own adventure, He's waiting for us to finish it?             _________http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/29/animal-cruelty-pt-2Religionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/29/animal-cruelty-pt-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/29/animal-cruelty-pt-2Fri, 29 Nov 2013 23:30:00 GMTAnimal Cruelty, Pt. 2Fyodor Dostoyevsky said "the degree of civilization in a society can be judged by entering its prisons."  Similarly, how one treats animals can serve as a sort of "spiritual barometer" for the individual, and animal abuse is often considered to be a warning sign of even worse latent psychopathy. Tonight, we will be talking about animal abuse and mistreatment. 00:30:00StraightDopesnoAnimal Abuse,Animal Mistreatment,Christianity,The BibleFyodor Dostoyevsky said "the degree of civilization in a society can be judged by entering its prisons."  Similarly, how one treats animals can serve as a sorthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/26/two-verses-nasa-conspiracy-and-animal-crueltyReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/26/two-verses-nasa-conspiracy-and-animal-cruelty/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/26/two-verses-nasa-conspiracy-and-animal-crueltyTue, 26 Nov 2013 23:30:00 GMTTwo Verses, NASA Conspiracy, and Animal Cruelty"He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before my Father, and before his angels." Revelation 3:5. • "And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book."  Revelation 22:19 ______________________________ Youtube vid on NASA doc ______________________________ "A righteous man cares for the needs of his animal, but the kindest acts of the wicked are cruel" (Proverbs 12:10 NIV) 00:28:00StraightDopesnoanimals,nwo,jesus,love,Bible"He that overcometh, the same shall be clothed in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the book of life, but I will confess his name before myhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/19/zion-saud-ties-acting-up-ojesque-zimmerman-part-2-obamachecksReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/19/zion-saud-ties-acting-up-ojesque-zimmerman-part-2-obamachecks/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/19/zion-saud-ties-acting-up-ojesque-zimmerman-part-2-obamachecksTue, 19 Nov 2013 23:30:00 GMTZion-Saud Ties, Acting Up, OJesque Zimmerman Part 2, ObamachecksIt wasn't me... Well, we know Reagan was an actor... Whah? I like money... 00:31:00StraightDopesnojesus,bible,news,love,faithIt wasn't me... Well, we know Reagan was an actor... Whah? I like money...http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/12/theology-on-the-plate-tonight-plus-a-little-newsReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/12/theology-on-the-plate-tonight-plus-a-little-news/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/12/theology-on-the-plate-tonight-plus-a-little-newsTue, 12 Nov 2013 23:30:00 GMTTheology on the Plate Tonight, Plus a Little News Should have seen these coming... http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/11/10/atheist-mega-churches/3489967/ Inspiration in a brother... http://www.cbn.com/700club/features/amazing/smileys111006.aspx And here is Alvin Plantinga, the philosopher mentioned during the show: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeX6Lhb0_6A Here's a debate he had with atheist Richard M. Gale: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4DPhGvjn8M 00:31:00StraightDopesnoLove,Life,Liberty,Hope,JoyShould have seen these coming... http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/11/10/atheist-mega-churches/3489967/ Inspiration in a brother... http://www.cbhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/05/syria-part-27-gun-agenda-disposable-planetCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/05/syria-part-27-gun-agenda-disposable-planet/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/11/05/syria-part-27-gun-agenda-disposable-planetTue, 05 Nov 2013 23:30:00 GMTSyria Part 27, Gun Agenda, Disposable Planethttp://www.reuters.com/article/2013/11/05/us-syria-crisis-talks-idUSBRE9A40G920131105 Yeah, that stuff in Syria didn't end with the World Series... http://www.nytimes.com/2013/11/06/nyregion/mall-shooting-garden-state-plaza-paramus-new-jersey.html?_r=0 What's going on with guns? http://www.theregister.co.uk/2013/11/04/kepler_earth_like_planets_habitable/ Hey, look, after we waste this planet, we can chuck it like a soda bottle and grab another one. 00:30:00StraightDopesnoSyria,Gun control,Bible,Jesus,Lifehttp://www.reuters.com/article/2013/11/05/us-syria-crisis-talks-idUSBRE9A40G920131105 Yeah, that stuff in Syria didn't end with the World Series... http://www.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/10/15/crash-boom-bamCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/10/15/crash-boom-bam/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/10/15/crash-boom-bamTue, 15 Oct 2013 22:30:00 GMTCrash. Boom. Bam. Crash. http://www.cnbc.com/id/101110571 Boom. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-24532793 O (Bam) a. http://tarpley.net/2013/09/28/us-constitution-not-a-suicide-pact/   00:31:00StraightDopesnoSyria,Shutdown,Bible,Economy,WarCrash. http://www.cnbc.com/id/101110571 Boom. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-24532793 O (Bam) a. http://tarpley.net/2013/09/28/us-constitution-nhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/09/05/various-and-sundry-prattle-part-7Spiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/09/05/various-and-sundry-prattle-part-7/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/09/05/various-and-sundry-prattle-part-7Thu, 05 Sep 2013 22:30:00 GMTVarious And Sundry Prattle, Part 7 ????????? I guess we'll just wait until this show is over to describe it.   TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoState of the World,Random ramblings,thoughts of no consequence,the sound of two mouths yapping,zOMG PONIES????????? I guess we'll just wait until this show is over to describe it.   TUNE IN!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/27/syria-an-urgent-plea-for-prayer-and-sanitySpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/27/syria-an-urgent-plea-for-prayer-and-sanity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/27/syria-an-urgent-plea-for-prayer-and-sanityTue, 27 Aug 2013 22:30:00 GMTSyria: An Urgent Plea For Prayer And Sanity Well, don't look now, but we are dangerously close to the precipice of World War III: http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57600306/biden-no-doubt-assad-responsible-for-syria-chemical-weapons-attack/ Of course, let us not forget that in 2003 we had the same absolute assurances of WMDs in Iraq; that, however, turned out not to be the case. Warplanes are reportedly arriving in Cyprus, a likely staging point for Western military assets in any action against Syria: http://www.theguardian.com/world/2013/aug/26/syria-warplanes-cyprus-tensions-damascus Air strikes may begin as early as Thursday: http://worldnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/08/27/20209022-military-strikes-on-syria-as-early-as-thursday-us-officials-say?lite Will Americans - and the world as a whole - once again accept without question the ludicrous prevarications of a clique of well-established liars, warmongers, and profiteers?  Or will the aspirations of that same group be met this time with REAL grassroots resistance to the war agenda, above and beyond the vague specter of the controlled opposition of groups like "Code Pink"? Let's pray people get angry, and get involved. This article was posted on January 28th, 2013 - SEVEN MONTHS AGO: http://www.examiner.com/article/hacked-e-mails-reveal-washington-approved-plan-to-stage-syria-chemical-attack 00:31:00StraightDopesnoWorld War III,Chemical Weapons False Flag,Lied into war,Damascus,burden of being a cityWell, don't look now, but we are dangerously close to the precipice of World War III: http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57600306/biden-no-doubt-assad-responshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/23/my-favorite-christianSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/23/my-favorite-christian/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/23/my-favorite-christianFri, 23 Aug 2013 22:30:00 GMTMy Favorite Christian While slaving away at work in front of a hot keyboard this week, Dennis got all nostalgic and decided to revisit the sermons of a quite remarkable Christian speaker by the name of Steve Brown. http://stevebrownetc.com/ http://stevebrownetc.com/2007/04/30/free-means-free/ It's not often that you find a devoted Christian with a personality - and message - like Steve Brown.  It's even less often that they are living contemporaries. A self-described "old white guy" that is "sick of religion," Steve Brown speaks actual TRUTH, and is a breath of fresh air in a profession that is all to often choked with sterile religiosity.  Sometimes called an "antinomian" by his detractors, this man has surely encouraged more hurt Christians than ANY of the religious windbags we've seen far too much of. He frequently begins his messages with the prayer, "forgive this speaker his sins, for they are many.  We would see Jesus and Him only."  For that reason and in that spirit,  we offer this (free and unsolicted) half-hour commercial in the hopes that it doesn't go to his head. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Brown_%28author%29 TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoSteve Brown,Key Life Ministries,Irresistible Grace,Love of God,God is not mad at youWhile slaving away at work in front of a hot keyboard this week, Dennis got all nostalgic and decided to revisit the sermons of a quite remarkable Christian sphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/16/his-cannons-are-fixed-against-self-slaughterReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/16/his-cannons-are-fixed-against-self-slaughter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/16/his-cannons-are-fixed-against-self-slaughterFri, 16 Aug 2013 22:30:00 GMTHis Cannons Are Fixed Against Self-Slaughter What would make a person commit suicide, and rob their loved ones of something dear?  Consider the case of Martin Manley, who took his own life yesterday, the 15th of August.  Though he is no longer with us, the Internet has allowed this man to expain his actions, posthumously: http://www.martinmanleylifeanddeath.com/home_page http://www.inquisitr.com/907295/martin-manley-man-commits-suicide-posts-website-treasure-map-to-his-fortune/ As the link above documents, Mr. Manley included coordinates to a cache of gold and silver he claims to have buried while still alive.  This set off an influx of "treasure hunters" who have descended on Arboretum Park in Overland Park, Kansas, in search of the deceased man's coins. This is a very fitting metaphor for the esteem in which society seems to hold life:  Life itself is seen as cheap; it's what one can accumulate during life that matters. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoMartin Manley,Suicide,buried treasure,value of life,value of coinsWhat would make a person commit suicide, and rob their loved ones of something dear?  Consider the case of Martin Manley, who took his own life yesterday, thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/08/the-importance-of-preparednessReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/08/the-importance-of-preparedness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/08/the-importance-of-preparednessThu, 08 Aug 2013 22:30:00 GMTThe Importance Of Preparedness The world is a dangerous and unpredictable place, and maybe even more so these days.  TV is so chock full of programs that showcase survival themes (often in prurient, comical, or derogatory ways) that one might wonder what the motivation is on the part of those producing the shows.  Is preparedness merely the domain of the redneck, the "kook," or the anti-government recluse?  Or might there be very some prudent reasons to take advantage of the relative normalcy of NOW, and get our proverbial houses in order? Preparedness is more than just stockpiling the physical necessities of life; it is also, and in its ultimate form, a Spiritual attribute as well. CALL IN! EDIT: HERE ARE THE LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: http://www.thesurvivalistblog.net/top-14-survival-downloads/ http://www.shtfplan.com/emergency-preparedness/top-10-survival-downloads-you-should-have_12312010 http://ofthefield.com/ DOWNLOAD AND PRINT HARD COPIES OF THESE BOOKS! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoPreparedness,Reasons to prepare,Christian,Disasters,ForesightThe world is a dangerous and unpredictable place, and maybe even more so these days.  TV is so chock full of programs that showcase survival themes (often in phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/02/euthanasiaReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/02/euthanasia/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/08/02/euthanasiaFri, 02 Aug 2013 22:30:00 GMTEUTHANASIA Have you seen this? Activist Mark Dice circulating a petition for "mandatory euthanasia" for senior citizens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4BEY1lZDyg That someone could so easily acquire signatures endorsing such an evil practice from an oblivious public is a very sad commentary on the state of our nation - both morally and intellectually. It is also proof-positive that the nation is rapidly approaching its final days, for when a people have lost their respect for human life, the end is not long in following. Here is Anton Chaitkin, speaking on The Affordable Care Act, better known as "Obama Care": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb368Ek_4vw TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoObama Care,Euthanasia,Death panels,Hypocratic Oath,Christian NewsHave you seen this? Activist Mark Dice circulating a petition for "mandatory euthanasia" for senior citizens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4BEY1lZDyg Thathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/30/detroit-when-the-police-are-the-criminalsReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/30/detroit-when-the-police-are-the-criminals/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/30/detroit-when-the-police-are-the-criminalsTue, 30 Jul 2013 22:30:00 GMTDetroit: When The Police Are The Criminals Things have reached a terrible nadir in post-industrial Detroit.  What was initially thought to be criminals dressed as police, turned out to be police behaving as criminals: http://www.inquisitr.com/878043/fake-cops-robbing-detroit-real-cops/ When this happens, there are precious few remedies left to the citizens, who must now worry not only about lawless, marauding gangs, but also those normally trusted to reign in criminality.  Of course, this has long been a complaint - especially among minorities living in cities with notoriously corrupt police departments - but seeing it done so openly brings a whole new level of concern. If anyone ever doubted that de-industrialization and a lack of economic opportunity can destroy a city as surely as a nuclear bomb, look no further than Detroit, which was once the engine driving a decent standard of living for the middle class. THE POPE'S NEW TAKE ON HOMOSEXUALS http://tinyurl.com/kmr7j8y Pope Francis seems to be softening the Holy See's stance on homosexuals in the Catholic Church.  While it's interesting to see how this is being interpreted by Catholic commentators (The Catholic League's William Donohhue has said, "Pope Benedict XVI, responding to the homosexual scandal in the Catholic Church . . . did not make it impossible for gays to enter the priesthood; he simply made it more difficult for those who were practicing gays to enter."), perhaps more important is the question of whether this amounts to a much-needed show of human acceptance regardless of personal sins or an acceptance of homosexual practice. TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoChristian News,Detroit,Police,Criminals,HomosexualThings have reached a terrible nadir in post-industrial Detroit.  What was initially thought to be criminals dressed as police, turned out to be police behavinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/28/zimmersnowsyrweinergateCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/28/zimmersnowsyrweinergate/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/28/zimmersnowsyrweinergateSun, 28 Jul 2013 22:30:00 GMTZimmersnowsyrweinergate? Are these the four stories pulling America apart, like the execution of Revaillac? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fran%C3%A7ois_Ravaillac#Trial_and_execution   We blabber. You decide.  Please call in.   http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/adams-morgan-hate-crime-was-motivated-by-zimmerman-verdict-police-say/2013/07/27/377a49ae-f702-11e2-a2f1-a7acf9bd5d3a_story.html http://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/28/world/middleeast/worries-mount-as-syria-lures-wests-muslims.html?pagewanted=all&_r=0 http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2013/07/28/anthony-weiner-campaign-manager-quits-danny-kedem/2593395/ http://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/28/world/europe/snowdens-lawyer-comes-with-high-profile-and-kremlin-ties.html?pagewanted=all 00:31:00StraightDopesnoZimmerman,Martin,Weiner,Syria,SnowdenAre these the four stories pulling America apart, like the execution of Revaillac? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fran%C3%A7ois_Ravaillac#Trial_and_executionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/27/anythingReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/27/anything/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/27/anythingSat, 27 Jul 2013 22:30:00 GMTAnythingWe mean it.  Anything.00:02:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Christ,God,New World OrderWe mean it.  Anything.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/10/though-the-heavens-fallNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/10/though-the-heavens-fall/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/10/though-the-heavens-fallWed, 10 Jul 2013 22:30:00 GMT"...Though The Heavens Fall" Has anyone else noticed that the cable news stations are "all Zimmerman, all the time?  Why's this?  The last time we had a similar level of obsessive attention from the news agencies was during the O.J. Simpson trial - but that was a well-known professional football player accused of double murder; there are no celebrities involved this time. The defense has rested and, from the point of view of a legal novice, is likely to succeed in getting Mr.  Zimmerman acquitted.  If that's the case - and it appears it is - what follows?   TUNE IN!   00:17:00StraightDopesnoTrayvon Martin,George Zimmerman,murder trial,race riots,inflaming the publicHas anyone else noticed that the cable news stations are "all Zimmerman, all the time?  Why's this?  The last time we had a similar level of obsessive attentiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/02/can-salvation-be-lostChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/02/can-salvation-be-lost/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/07/02/can-salvation-be-lostTue, 02 Jul 2013 22:30:00 GMTCan Salvation Be Lost? Here's a great question to discuss:  Can a Child of God ever cease to be a Child of God?  Could a Christian ever lose their Salvation?   TUNE IN! 00:30:00StraightDopesnoPerseverance of the Saints,Election,Jesus Christ,Faith,SinHere's a great question to discuss:  Can a Child of God ever cease to be a Child of God?  Could a Christian ever lose their Salvation?   TUNE IN!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/28/the-terrifying-future-of-the-united-statesChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/28/the-terrifying-future-of-the-united-states/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/28/the-terrifying-future-of-the-united-statesFri, 28 Jun 2013 22:30:00 GMT"The Terrifying Future Of The United States" Here's a brief video that we encourage EVERYONE to circulate far and wide: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rwmD4c_NxI It's entitled "The Terrifying Future Of The United States," and is an aptly named and concise overview of what we are up against.  Kudos to the videos creator(s), youtube user "StormCloudsGathering," for a job well done. If we are to continue on as a (nominally) free nation, we must understand that any state apparatus which could potentially be misused as a tool of abuse and oppression, WILL be used for that EXACT purpose. The people of Oswiecim, Poland in the early 1940s probably weren't told the exact purpose of the camps that were being built in the area, later to become famously known as Auschwitz.  They were probably told - if they dared even ask - that the camps were simply there to hold prisoners of war and for other wartime exigencies. SO...  what is the government - and their slavish sychophants in the Fourth Estate of the press - telling YOU the purpose of all these systems of control are? ...Or are they NOT EVEN BOTHERING TO SAY A THING???? 00:31:00StraightDopesnoTerrifying Future Of The United States,NGI,Jesus Christ,His Kids,Warning of tyrannyHere's a brief video that we encourage EVERYONE to circulate far and wide: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rwmD4c_NxI It's entitled "The Terrifying Future Ofhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/25/nsa-snowjob--rethinking-snowdenNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/25/nsa-snowjob--rethinking-snowden/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/25/nsa-snowjob--rethinking-snowdenTue, 25 Jun 2013 22:30:00 GMTN.S.A. Snowjob - Rethinking Snowden Is Edward Snowden what he appears to be - a courageous whistleblower who felt compelled by his conscience to inform the American public of a massive, illegal spying operation waged against them?  Or, is he - as Dr. Webster Tarpley and Naomi Wolf are suggesting - something far, far different? Why does he hammer home the message of fear?  Why does he, in his first interview after the scandal broke, go so far as to advise the government on which law to prosecute him under?  Why does his travel itinerary (China, Russia, Cuba, etc.) read like a list of "anti-American" caricature states?  What was the point in associating him with Ron Paul?   Was Hong Kong's "refusal" to arrest and extradite him to the United States really due to paperwork errors? Speaking of FEAR: http://rinf.com/alt-news/breaking-news/bush-advisor-hastings-crash-consistent-with-a-car-cyberattack/45113/ Now WHY would he say THAT?? TUNE IN! ...Because this story is far from over. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoEdward Snowden,NSA spying scandal,Prism,Snowjob,Christian PerspectiveIs Edward Snowden what he appears to be - a courageous whistleblower who felt compelled by his conscience to inform the American public of a massive, illegal shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/22/week-in-review-surveillance-more-stupid-laws-pt-2Newshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/22/week-in-review-surveillance-more-stupid-laws-pt-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/22/week-in-review-surveillance-more-stupid-laws-pt-2Sat, 22 Jun 2013 19:30:00 GMTWeek In Review: Surveillance, More Stupid Laws Pt. 2 What in the world would possess "The Blaze" to publish information like THIS: http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2013/06/20/bush-era-nsa-whistleblower-makes-most-explosive-allegations-yet-about-true-extent-of-govt-surveillance/ And don't they realize that they risk breaking their readers' carefully cultivated "us vs. them" paradigm by doing so? So the PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES was ALSO a victim of the illegal, immoral,  un-Constitutional wiretapping and blackmail machine?  Stop the Internets!!  With disclosures like that, people may actually have some sympathy for the "Commander In Chief." Also, we'll be discussing a proposed NYC law that would outlaw the use of distinguishing information such as race, gender, and age when identifying suspects: http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/cops_say_new_bill_will_blind_and_GPweD7fZD6q3MTmPtu6xfI Surely, we must be missing something here, since there's (ostensibly) a great deal of support for this, and a whole lot of reflexive accusations of racism against anyone who thinks this just might be a very bad idea. TUNE IN! -----EDIT------ Here's a link to "Conspiracy Of Silence," the documentary mentioned in this show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=asvl6kO1Vo8 It's a horrifying, must-see film.  Please, view it, but keep in mind it is by no means meant for children. 00:30:00StraightDopesnoNSA spying scandal,President of the United States,Stop-and-harass,Stop-and-frisk,Christian newsWhat in the world would possess "The Blaze" to publish information like THIS: http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2013/06/20/bush-era-nsa-whistleblower-makes-most-http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/18/american-exemptionalismNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/18/american-exemptionalism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/18/american-exemptionalismTue, 18 Jun 2013 22:30:00 GMTAmerican "Exemptionalism" Brazil is convulsing in riots: http://investmentwatchblog.com/brazil-burns-protestors-set-fire-to-legislative-assembly-in-rio-de-janeiro-brazil-police-firing-at-protestors-with-assault-rifles/ We are told this is the result of a public transportation fare hike. The protests and civil unrest in Turkey has continued for a couple weeks now: http://www.nytimes.com/2013/06/19/world/europe/turkey-arrests-dozens-in-crackdown-on-protests.html?_r=0 This, if mainstream sources are to be believed, is the result of a government initiative to chop down some trees in Taksim Square. But what is it about America - or, Americans - that make us think that we are somehow immune to similar social upheaval?  Is it just a level of complacency unseen in the rest of the world?  Is it the result of being a world superpower, now unchallenged for the past couple decades? Tonight, we talk about the myth of American "Exemptionalism." TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoChristian News,Riots,Civil unrest,Turkey,BrazilBrazil is convulsing in riots: http://investmentwatchblog.com/brazil-burns-protestors-set-fire-to-legislative-assembly-in-rio-de-janeiro-brazil-police-firing-ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/14/an-ominous-confluence-of-circumstancesNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/14/an-ominous-confluence-of-circumstances/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/14/an-ominous-confluence-of-circumstancesFri, 14 Jun 2013 22:30:00 GMTAn Ominous Confluence Of Circumstances The United States has just made it official:  The terrorists destroying Syria WILL BE ARMED BY YOU, THE AMERICAN TAXPAYER. Syria has been a recurring topic on this show, and for good reason - we long ago recognized it as the next major target in the cross hairs of the globalist clique which holds in its hands the reigns of the better part of world military power. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324188604578543820387158806.html Of course, this is similar to the NSA spying revelation, in that it surprises absolutely no one - at least no one who was paying attention - and amounts to an official announcement of that which we already knew was happening. It is important to note that the "Syrian" (in quotes for obvious reasons) rebels have sworn allegiance to Al Qaeda: http://www.aljazeera.com/news/middleeast/2013/04/2013410114851988704.html "But why," you, the reader with a functioning brain stem ask, "would we be ARMING a group which is sworn to our DESTRUCTION?" To quote President Obama:  "We're going to have some problems here." TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoChristian news,Syria,Russia,World War 3,Arming our enemiesThe United States has just made it official:  The terrorists destroying Syria WILL BE ARMED BY YOU, THE AMERICAN TAXPAYER. Syria has been a recurring topic onhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/11/the-nsa-spying-scandal-part-ii-further-thoughtsNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/11/the-nsa-spying-scandal-part-ii-further-thoughts/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/11/the-nsa-spying-scandal-part-ii-further-thoughtsTue, 11 Jun 2013 22:30:00 GMTThe NSA Spying Scandal Part II: Further Thoughts It looks like there will be more "significant" revelations to follow, according to Glen Greenwald, who broke the NSA spying scandal: http://xrepublic.tv/node/3674 Who is Edward Snowden?  What was his motivation for leaking the information?  And where is he now? http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2013/jun/11/edward-snowden-what-we-know-nsa But the most important question is:  Can a nation survive such an enormous disparity between the government and the expectations of the governed?  Perhaps President Obama said it best... http://washingtonexaminer.com/obama-if-you-cant-trust-government-were-going-to-have-some-problems/article/2531400 “If people can’t trust not only the executive branch but also don’t trust Congress, and don’t trust federal judges, to make sure that we’re abiding by the Constitution with due process and rule of law, then we’re going to have some problems here.” Indeed, we are! 00:25:00StraightDopesnoChristian news,Edward Snowden,NSA scandal,PRISM,World War 3It looks like there will be more "significant" revelations to follow, according to Glen Greenwald, who broke the NSA spying scandal: http://xrepublic.tv/node/3http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/07/panopticon-living-in-a-surveilled-societyPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/07/panopticon-living-in-a-surveilled-society/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/07/panopticon-living-in-a-surveilled-societyFri, 07 Jun 2013 22:30:00 GMTPANOPTICON: Living In A Surveilled Society Can we all just finally admit the "conspiracy theorists" were right? http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2013/jun/06/us-tech-giants-nsa-data http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-06-07/billions-of-phone-calls-mined-by-u-s-seeking-terrorists.html "Seeking terrorists." HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!  That's a good one! For those of you with severe cognitive difficulties, YOUR GOVERNMENT BELIEVES YOU TO BE A TERRORIST. If you were one of the anti-American idiots who felt that the "P.A.T.R.I.O.T. Act" (Yes, it's an acronym.  Isn't that cute, in a hyper-Orwellian way?) was meant for "those ragheads," and not at all aimed at YOU AND ME - well, it's high time to REPENT, and stop being so extremely naive.  This is the future of humanity that you are so indifferent to! The gloves are coming off.  They are - if you'll forgive the pun - telegraphing their intentions, now. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoChristian news,NSA spying,panopticon,total information awareness,VerizonCan we all just finally admit the "conspiracy theorists" were right? http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2013/jun/06/us-tech-giants-nsa-data http://www.bloomberg.chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/04/proselytizing-in-the-military--mikey-doesnt-like-itNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/04/proselytizing-in-the-military--mikey-doesnt-like-it/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/04/proselytizing-in-the-military--mikey-doesnt-like-itTue, 04 Jun 2013 22:30:00 GMTProselytizing In The Military - Mikey DOESN'T Like It!TONIGHT, we will be discussing Mikey Weinstein and the "Military Religious Freedom Foundation." Now, if you were confused by the organization's name, or haven't YET realized that we live in a very Orwellian world where up is down and black is white, you may have thought they were an organization tasked with DEFENDING the religious rights and freedoms of those in uniform... Well, no.  That's NOT what the "Military Religious Freedom Foundation" is about.  The "Military Religious Freedom Foundation" is about making sure "religious" folk in the military - specifically, Christians - never get a chance to practice their faith, a significant tenet of which is the sharing of the Good News. Welcome to WhineWorld... err, WeinWorld... where you have a Constitutional right to not get your feelings hurt.. To be perfectly HONEST - and we SHOULD be - Weinstein's organization is really the foreseeable backlash prompted by a perverse pseudo-Christian "culture" within the military.  We're limited by the description length, so TUNE IN! Here's the stories: http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Peace/2013/05/01/Breaking-Pentagon-Confirms-Will-Court-Martial-Soldiers-Who-Share-Christian-Faith http://www.bizpacreview.com/2013/06/01/air-force-removes-repugnant-inspirational-painting-over-religious-complaint-73722 Remember, Mikey:  A loss of freedom for ONE of us, is a loss of freedom for ALL of us! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoChristian news,Mikey Weinstein,proselytizing,Military,FreedomTONIGHT, we will be discussing Mikey Weinstein and the "Military Religious Freedom Foundation." Now, if you were confused by the organization's name, or haven'http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/02/syria-russian-missile-deal-turkeyCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/02/syria-russian-missile-deal-turkey/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/06/02/syria-russian-missile-deal-turkeySun, 02 Jun 2013 21:00:00 GMTSyria & Russian Missile Deal, Turkey The Russians have agreeded to sell the Syrians a top-shelf S-300, much to the consternation of Israel, which vows retaliation should the missiles arrive.  Reuters is (re-)reporting that President Assad has announced the first delivery of the S-300 missile system; http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/05/30/us-syria-russia-missiles-idUSBRE94T05S20130530 http://www.lohud.com/usatoday/article/2371649 "Israel warned Thursday that it needed to prepare for a "new era" of war in the Middle East as the Syrian regime claimed the first shipment of anti-aircraft missiles from Russia had arrived." Meanwhile, in Israel's erswhile nominal ally Turkey, mass protests have erupted against Prime Minister Erdogan: http://www.businessweek.com/ap/2013-06-02/protest-subsides-at-istanbul-square It's interesting to note that this seemed to be sparked by, of all things, the cutting of trees in a park, and that it comes right after Turkey allegedly  discovered the Syrian rebels to be in possession of the chemical weapon Sarin: http://www.globalresearch.ca/turkish-police-find-chemical-weapons-in-the-possession-of-al-nusra-terrorists-heading-for-syria/5336917 I can't help but think of the Bible's prophecy about Damascus, in Isaiah 17. TUNE IN!     00:31:00StraightDopesnoChristian news,prophecy,Syria,Russia,missile dealThe Russians have agreeded to sell the Syrians a top-shelf S-300, much to the consternation of Israel, which vows retaliation should the missiles arrive.  Reuthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/28/cessationism--what-does-the-bible-sayChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/28/cessationism--what-does-the-bible-say/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/28/cessationism--what-does-the-bible-sayTue, 28 May 2013 22:30:00 GMTCessationism - What Does The Bible Say? In yet another stunning example of how NOT to pick a topic which can be reasonably covered in a half-hour format, tonight we will be discussing the Bible topic of cessationism.   Have the Gifts of the Holy Spirit ceased?         From the place where FACTS live: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cessationism "In Christian theology, Cessationism is the view that the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as speaking in tongues, prophetic utterances and faith healing, ceased being practiced early in Christian Church history." TUNE IN! -------------------------EDIT------------------------ Okay, so the topic isn't exactly what Dennis thought the topic was.  Also, Straightdopes would like you know that Dennis alone is responsible for Dennis' filthy, disgusting comments about Kenneth Copeland.  No one here would dare ever dream of touching such an "anointed." (Ps. 105:15) Just because Dennis writes (most of) the descriptions (and consequent edits), doesn't mean we (or anyone else) agree with him. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoCessationism,Bible,Jesus,Gifts of The Holy Spirit,Tongues-n-StuffIn yet another stunning example of how NOT to pick a topic which can be reasonably covered in a half-hour format, tonight we will be discussing the Bible topichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/24/week-in-reviewNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/24/week-in-review/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/24/week-in-reviewFri, 24 May 2013 22:30:00 GMTWeek In Review, Pt. 33 1/3 TONIGHT, we will be reflecting on the big news items from the prior week - scandals, scandals, and... I think it was scandals, as well as asking some probing questions on topics such as forgiveness... ...So let's start by forgiving Dennis for having nothing good or witty to put in the show's description.   TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoCurrent events,scandals,forgiveness,Christian,Truth is ecumenicalTONIGHT, we will be reflecting on the big news items from the prior week - scandals, scandals, and... I think it was scandals, as well as asking some probing qhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/21/but-the-lord-was-not-in-the-windNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/21/but-the-lord-was-not-in-the-wind/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/21/but-the-lord-was-not-in-the-windTue, 21 May 2013 22:30:00 GMT"...But the LORD was not in the Wind." TONIGHT, we will be discussing the tragedy of the tornado in Oklahoma, as well as the serial scandals which continue to beleaguer the Obama White House. Here are a couple interesting stories to chew on: http://www.latimes.com/news/politics/la-pn-top-irs-official-fifth-amendment-20130521,0,6645565.story http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/20/rand-paul-impeachment_n_3308852.html ..and read 1Kings 19:11   TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoScandals,Oklahoma,tornado,Obama,impeachmentTONIGHT, we will be discussing the tragedy of the tornado in Oklahoma, as well as the serial scandals which continue to beleaguer the Obama White House. Herehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/17/fukishima-all-cleaned-up-rightCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/17/fukishima-all-cleaned-up-right/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/17/fukishima-all-cleaned-up-rightFri, 17 May 2013 22:30:00 GMTFukishima, All Cleaned up, Right? Yeah, Right. http://www.veteranstoday.com/2013/05/14/fukushima-fallout-threat-and-cover-up-continues/ Plus, another twenty years of the war on terror: http://zen-haven.com/pentagon-officials-claim-entire-world-is-a-battlefield/ http://rt.com/usa/terror-al-qaeda-pentagon-war-397/ And, finally, tossing octogenarian nuns in jail and ditching the keys: http://www.commondreams.org/view/2013/05/15-7 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Fukishima,War,NuclearYeah, Right. http://www.veteranstoday.com/2013/05/14/fukushima-fallout-threat-and-cover-up-continues/ Plus, another twenty years of the war on terror: http://http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/14/the-unpardonable-sinChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/14/the-unpardonable-sin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/14/the-unpardonable-sinTue, 14 May 2013 22:30:00 GMTThe UNPARDONABLE Sin? Just about every Christian I've ever met has pondered (often with a  "fearful expectation of judgement" - see Heb. 10:27) over the meaning of these verses in Mark: "“Truly, I say to you, all sins will be forgiven the children of man, and whatever blasphemies they utter, but whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit never has forgiveness, but is guilty of an eternal sin” Mark 3:28-29 But what exactly is meant by this?   Is it even possible for one of God's Kids to commit such a sin?   And why is there only ONE such sin mentioned in all of Scripture? TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,blasphemy,Holy Spirit,Unpardonable sin,BibleJust about every Christian I've ever met has pondered (often with a  "fearful expectation of judgement" - see Heb. 10:27) over the meaning of these verses in Mhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/10/reasons-for-disbelief--why-atheismCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/10/reasons-for-disbelief--why-atheism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/10/reasons-for-disbelief--why-atheismFri, 10 May 2013 22:30:00 GMTReasons For Disbelief - Why Atheism? Finally, a topic well-suited for the new half-hour format! The only problem is - well, we don't have an atheist in our ranks.  Dennis and Dave will do their very best to emulate the atheist mindset, since it's highly unlikely that we will be able to come up with a willing atheist to participate in the two hours between posting this (mere moments after settling on the topic) and airtime, while Vicki will likely be reminding us what evil pagans we (temporarily, for the sake of argument) are. ...But if I were an atheist, I'd demand better representation than these two :-) Also:  Beghazi, links to the Petraeus sex scandal, gay NBA players, pastors who haven't learned enough to stay out of North Korea, other NBA players who call in favors from dictators in defense of pastors who haven't learned enough to STAY OUT OF NORTH KOREA, and MUCH, MU... ...oh, wait.  It's a half hour format. TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoAtheism,Benghazi,Petraeus,North Korea,Gay BasketballFinally, a topic well-suited for the new half-hour format! The only problem is - well, we don't have an atheist in our ranks.  Dennis and Dave will do their vhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/07/syrias-business--is-war-around-the-cornerNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/07/syrias-business--is-war-around-the-corner/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/07/syrias-business--is-war-around-the-cornerTue, 07 May 2013 22:30:00 GMTSYRIA'S BUSINESS - Is War Around The Corner? At the risk of sounding like a broken record in a digital age, our focus once again shifts to the slowly simmering, soon-to-be-regional conflict in Syria. Not only has the West done absolutely nothing to stem the tide of foreign arms and fighters flooding into the beleaguered nation, but the Israelis have now, for at least the third time this year, bombed Syrian territory.  This has been construed by the Syrian government as an act of war - and rightly so: http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2013/may/05/syria-accuses-israel-declaring-war-strikes Meanwhile, Iran is seeking the formation of an 'axis' to oppose Western imperialism in the area, and increase its military cooperation with Syria: http://tinyurl.com/bnrmhed All of this is happening on the heels of recent reports of chemical weapons use in the country, something the White House has referred to as a "red line."  Is the next step in this progression a wider, multipartite regional war, or even World War? Let's pray it doesn't get to that...   00:31:00StraightDopesnoSyria,Israel,Chemical weapons,globalism,WW3At the risk of sounding like a broken record in a digital age, our focus once again shifts to the slowly simmering, soon-to-be-regional conflict in Syria. Nothttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/03/stop-the-blabbering-idiotsReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/03/stop-the-blabbering-idiots/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/03/stop-the-blabbering-idiotsFri, 03 May 2013 22:30:00 GMTStop the Blabbering Idiots... By calling in today with your insightful and edifying ideas! Or write byhiscall@aol.com P-p-peace! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Truth,News,WarBy calling in today with your insightful and edifying ideas! Or write byhiscall@aol.com P-p-peace!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/01/the-high-price-of-greedNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/01/the-high-price-of-greed/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/05/01/the-high-price-of-greedWed, 01 May 2013 22:30:00 GMTThe High Price Of Greed Last week, a building collapse in the impoverished, low-wage nation of Bangladesh caused a death toll of over 400 dead and 2,500 injured: http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-202_162-57582264/bangladesh-building-collapse-death-toll-tops-400/ Perhaps the most heartbreaking aspect of this terrible tragedy is that it was completely avoidable.  In fact, the workers had noticed  huge cracks in the side of the building just the day prior and had refused to re-enter the building.  The owner of the building responded not only by threatening to not pay the workers, who survive hand-to-mouth in abject poverty, but it has also been reported that armed thugs were employed to force the workers into the building. http://www.countercurrents.org/akhter290413.htm It wasn't enough to MURDER these poor people in one single, violent act:  These people had their entire lives stolen from them. TUNE IN!! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoBible,Greed,Bangladesh,Building,CollapseLast week, a building collapse in the impoverished, low-wage nation of Bangladesh caused a death toll of over 400 dead and 2,500 injured: http://www.cbsnews.cohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/26/unity-diversity-ethnocentrism-and-discordCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/26/unity-diversity-ethnocentrism-and-discord/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/26/unity-diversity-ethnocentrism-and-discordFri, 26 Apr 2013 22:30:00 GMTUnity, Diversity, Ethnocentrism And Discord Tonight, the esteemed "Third Dope" and resident moderating influence Vicki will recount a recent exchange she had with a prestigious entrepeneur of cultural organizations. The United States has been referred to euphemistically as a cultural mixing bowl as well as a melting pot.  Both are great concepts, and not entirely mutually exclusive.  But a melted salad?  Nowthatjust sounds disgusting.   TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoChristian,Unity,Diversity,Culture,NWOTonight, the esteemed "Third Dope" and resident moderating influence Vicki will recount a recent exchange she had with a prestigious entrepeneur of cultural orhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/23/boston-half-baked-bs-hand-over-your-passwordsCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/23/boston-half-baked-bs-hand-over-your-passwords/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/23/boston-half-baked-bs-hand-over-your-passwordsTue, 23 Apr 2013 22:30:00 GMTBoston Half-Baked B.S., Hand Over Your Passwords Tonight, we will be discussing the latest revelations regarding the Tsarnaev brothers, accused by (and tried and condemned in) the media of being the men responsible for the Boston Marathon bombings.   Who would have thought these terrorists would be so casual as to stroll on down to the auto body shop to pick up their Mercedes the day after the bombing?: "On Tuesday, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev came to an auto-body shop to pick up a Mercedes he had dropped off for repairs, said Gilberto Junior, who works at the shop." From:  http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324493704578434893975585744.html Does this remind you of anything?  Perhaps from, say, 1993? "...when he returned on March 4, 1993, to get his deposit back, authorities arrested him." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1993_World_Trade_Center_bombing With "terrorists" THIS INCOMPETENT, it's truly a wonder that ANYTHING ever gets bombed! ALSO, we will be talking about the CISPA Act - specifically, a provision that would give employers access to a potential employee's Facebook PASSWORDS.  And yes, it was passed by Congress.  Had enough yet??  Read here: http://tinyurl.com/bv4w2yu TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Tsarnaev,Boston,FacebookTonight, we will be discussing the latest revelations regarding the Tsarnaev brothers, accused by (and tried and condemned in) the media of being the men respohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/19/b-town-updatePoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/19/b-town-update/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/19/b-town-updateFri, 19 Apr 2013 22:30:00 GMTB-town Update The latest we know and may speculate. http://www.infowars.com/contractors-at-boston-marathon-stood-near-bomb-left-before-detonation/ Anyone got the truth? Alternative or MSM? http://www.cnn.com/2013/04/19/us/boston-area-violence/index.html?hpt=hp_t1 We're confused.  You decide. 00:22:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Anything,Else,BostonThe latest we know and may speculate. http://www.infowars.com/contractors-at-boston-marathon-stood-near-bomb-left-before-detonation/ Anyone got the truth? Ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/17/internet-detectives-solve-boston-bombingCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/17/internet-detectives-solve-boston-bombing/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/17/internet-detectives-solve-boston-bombingWed, 17 Apr 2013 22:30:00 GMTInternet Detectives Solve Boston Bombing? While the news reports lately have been saying the investigation into the Boston Marathon bombing that killed three and injured scores of others has hit a dead end, the sleuths over at 4chan and reddit seem to have made a breakthrough. Links here: http://imgur.com/a/sUrnA http://tinyurl.com/cbgoq8e Are these the responsible parties?  If so, who do they look so... ummm.....   TUNE IN!!! 00:30:00StraightDopesnoBoston Marathon,Bombing,Solved,Tragedy,GodWhile the news reports lately have been saying the investigation into the Boston Marathon bombing that killed three and injured scores of others has hit a deadhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/12/a-recently-chosun-topic-pt-5Christianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/12/a-recently-chosun-topic-pt-5/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/12/a-recently-chosun-topic-pt-5Fri, 12 Apr 2013 22:30:00 GMTA Recently Chosun Topic, Pt. 5 TUNE IN!! ...And we'll edit the description later. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoNorth Korea,Japan,Israel,Bible,NewsTUNE IN!! ...And we'll edit the description later.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/09/peace-world-and-otherwiseChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/09/peace-world-and-otherwise/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/09/peace-world-and-otherwiseTue, 09 Apr 2013 22:30:00 GMTPeace, World And Otherwise Considering our last minute plea last Friday for everyone to pray for peace, it occurred to us that PEACE is a great topic in itself to discuss;  Not only on the macro-level (World Peace), but the micro-level, such as the PEACE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT which is given unto us. So then what does peace mean to each of us? Can we seek peace for ourselves without being concerned for the peace of others? "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." -John 14:27 TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoPeace,Inner and Outer,Jesus,God,BibleConsidering our last minute plea last Friday for everyone to pray for peace, it occurred to us that PEACE is a great topic in itself to discuss;  Not only on thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/05/week-in-brief-review-part-36Newshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/05/week-in-brief-review-part-36/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/05/week-in-brief-review-part-36Fri, 05 Apr 2013 22:30:00 GMTWeek In (Brief) Review, Part 36 TONIGHT, we'll be going over the news out of the Korean peninsula and talking about the heightened tensions there. Who would have thought a North Korean defector would abandon the Seoul Train and set sail back to Best Korea?  http://tinyurl.com/cak5v45 Not I.   Unless, of course, he wasn't defecting in the first place! Also, a couple of the North's subs went "missing" in the past couple days: http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=604_1365101319 Don't stop praying...   Don't EVER stop praying! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Faith,Korea,WarTONIGHT, we'll be going over the news out of the Korean peninsula and talking about the heightened tensions there. Who would have thought a North Korean defechttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/02/un-gun-control-armed-guards-everywhere-relatedCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/02/un-gun-control-armed-guards-everywhere-related/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/04/02/un-gun-control-armed-guards-everywhere-relatedTue, 02 Apr 2013 22:30:00 GMTUN Gun Control / Armed Guards Everywhere Related? Is there any way that UN Gun Control: http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/04/02/senators-vow-to-oppose-un-arms-trade-treaty/ and the introduction of armed guards http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/nra-recommends-arming-school-staff-as-senate-bill-stalls/2013/04/02/07058164-9bca-11e2-9a79-eb5280c81c63_story.html are related? Though please phone in or write byhiscall [at] aol.com to address ANYTHING ELSE. Plus we ponder the verse:   ?  Luke 9:62  ?New International Version (©2011) Jesus replied, "No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the ."   00:31:00StraightDopesnoGun Control,Jesus,Freedom,Bible,GlobalismIs there any way that UN Gun Control: http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/04/02/senators-vow-to-oppose-un-arms-trade-treaty/ and the introduction of armed guhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/29/what-is-faithReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/29/what-is-faith/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/29/what-is-faithFri, 29 Mar 2013 22:30:00 GMTWhat is Faith? "...Baby don't hurt me, no more." You're about to be Jesus-rolled for this special Good Friday episode. How does faith apply to us and can it help us conduct our lives? What do you struggle with the most? Call in or email byhiscall (at) aol.com to share. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoFaith,Jesus,Bible,God,Struggle"...Baby don't hurt me, no more." You're about to be Jesus-rolled for this special Good Friday episode. How does faith apply to us and can it help us conducthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/26/assad--dead-or-aliveCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/26/assad--dead-or-alive/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/26/assad--dead-or-aliveTue, 26 Mar 2013 22:30:00 GMTAssad - Dead Or Alive? Reports are emerging that Bashar Al-Assad, president of Syria, has been assassinated by one of his bodyguards.  This has been denied by the Syrian government. Those who have paid close attention to recent world events will remember that the Venezuelan goverment issued similar denials of Hugo Chavez's death about a week before the official announcement. What does this portend for the future of Syria, the Middle East, and the world? 00:30:00StraightDopesnoBashar Al-Assad,Syria,Bible,Assassination,JesusReports are emerging that Bashar Al-Assad, president of Syria, has been assassinated by one of his bodyguards.  This has been denied by the Syrian government.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/22/syrious-problems-iranalqueda-holmes-a-convertCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/22/syrious-problems-iranalqueda-holmes-a-convert/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/22/syrious-problems-iranalqueda-holmes-a-convertFri, 22 Mar 2013 22:30:00 GMTSyrious Problems, Iran/AlQueda, Holmes a Convert What's the latest just north of the Holy Land? "Whatever the truth of the latest allegations, military analysts say they believe Syria may have one of the largest stockpiles of chemical weapons in the world." Whatever.  It doesn't matter who rocked who with Whiskey Pete on the 19th.  We got to rock the Syrian stockpiles, right? http://edition.cnn.com/2013/03/22/world/chemical-weapons-explainer/?hpt=hp_c1 __________________ "Both the Bush and Obama Administration have kept this information about Iranian complicity in 9-11 a secret to prevent a demand by the public and Congress for war against Iran. The fact that this information has just been leaked suggests the possibility that the Obama Administration is willing to take military action against Iran and leaking this information would assist in rallying public opinion for an overwhelming demand to attack Iran." http://aoreport.com/ao/news-articles/1897-the-a-o-intelligence-digest-wars-a-rumors-of-wars-3-16-13 That it would, indeed. From the MSM: http://edition.cnn.com/2013/03/10/opinion/bergen-iran-al-qaeda/ ______________________________ http://now.msn.com/james-holmes-reported-to-have-converted-to-islam ????????????????????????? 00:31:00StraightDopesnoNews,Iran,Bible,Jesus,SyriaWhat's the latest just north of the Holy Land? "Whatever the truth of the latest allegations, military analysts say they believe Syria may have one of the larhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/19/how-to-start-a-bank-run-syrian-chemical-attackCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/19/how-to-start-a-bank-run-syrian-chemical-attack/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/19/how-to-start-a-bank-run-syrian-chemical-attackTue, 19 Mar 2013 22:30:00 GMTHow To Start A Bank Run, Syrian Chemical Attack A new plan to shore up the Euro crisis would see the bank accounts of ordinary Cypriots take a ten percent hit for accounts over 100,000 Euros, and %6.75 for smaller accounts.  Thankfully, this initiative has just been voted down.  Was it politically doomed from the beginning?  What kind of precedent would this set, and what kind of repercussions would there be? http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887323415304578369892393972634.html Reports from Syria claim that chemical weapons have now been used in that two year long proxy war, with both sides blaming each other.  Needless to say, this has the potential to get further out of hand very quickly.  Let's pray it doesn't, and that Syria sees peace and an end to the bloodshed. http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-202_162-57575054/syria-rebels-and-regime-blame-each-other-for-1st-alleged-chemical-weapons-attack/ TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Syria,Cyprus,BankstersA new plan to shore up the Euro crisis would see the bank accounts of ordinary Cypriots take a ten percent hit for accounts over 100,000 Euros, and %6.75 for shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/15/the-will-of-god-part-2The Biblehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/15/the-will-of-god-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/15/the-will-of-god-part-2Fri, 15 Mar 2013 22:30:00 GMTThe Will Of God Part 2 OK, I admit it.  The reason we'll be revisiting the topic, "what does God require of us," is because it is a topic well-suited for a brief half hour show. After all, the answer itself is rather simple! That, and the fact that, in typical StraightDopes fashion, I put off writing the description until about an hour before airtime... TUNE IN! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Gods Law,Grace,Sin,WorshipOK, I admit it.  The reason we'll be revisiting the topic, "what does God require of us," is because it is a topic well-suited for a brief half hour show. Afthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/12/dont-let-them-steal-your-joySpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/12/dont-let-them-steal-your-joy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/12/dont-let-them-steal-your-joyTue, 12 Mar 2013 22:30:00 GMTDon't Let Them Steal Your Joy Why do so many people feel unfulfilled?  How is it that we, who live in the richest country on Earth, are often much more miserable than, say, children who live in soul-crushing poverty in Third-World nations?  IS the grass always greener on the other side? There's so much negativity in the world (and so many very valid reasons to feel a bit discouraged), and this can have a deleterious effect on the human psyche - especially for the more empathetic personality types.  But is there reason for Supreme Joy? Yes.  Yes, there is... TUNE IN! 00:30:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Joy,Learned helplessness,OvercomingWhy do so many people feel unfulfilled?  How is it that we, who live in the richest country on Earth, are often much more miserable than, say, children who livhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/08/alert-alert-alertNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/08/alert-alert-alert/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/08/alert-alert-alertFri, 08 Mar 2013 23:30:00 GMTALERT-ALERT-ALERT We don't usually burden the listeners with our mere hunches or "date-setting," but some relatively recent developments are cause for concern: The world may very well be at the brink of World War 3. Tonight, we will be talking about North Korea's unilateral cancellation of the Korean Armistice (effective March 11, 2013), which ended open hostilities of the Korean War, as well as claims (ostensibly made by a N. Korean General) that the North has mated their nuclear weapons with ICBMs (a rather hard thing to believe): http://tinyurl.com/czqcxhz While blustery rhetoric is nothing new from the reclusive Stalinist nation, they have absolutely upped the ante - not just in Western news reports, but in their own state-run media.  Now the North is asserting a right to a preemptive nuclear first-strike, and is referring to the resumption of hostilities on the peninsula as "inevitable": http://kcna.co.jp/item/2013/201303/news07/20130307-17ee.html We could go on and on, but space limitations forbid it, so tune in...   ...and prepare accordingly. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,North Korea,World War,PrepareWe don't usually burden the listeners with our mere hunches or "date-setting," but some relatively recent developments are cause for concern: The world may vehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/06/what-does-god-expect-of-usReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/06/what-does-god-expect-of-us/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/03/06/what-does-god-expect-of-usWed, 06 Mar 2013 23:30:00 GMTWhat Does God Expect Of Us? In addition to the week's news, we will be asking the question, "What does God expect of His Kids?"   Tune in!   00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,God,Spiritual,ObligationIn addition to the week's news, we will be asking the question, "What does God expect of His Kids?"   Tune in!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/26/week-in-brief-review-part-6Newshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/26/week-in-brief-review-part-6/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/26/week-in-brief-review-part-6Tue, 26 Feb 2013 23:30:00 GMTWeek In (Brief) Review, Part 6 Join us for the latest installment of our temporarily-truncated half hour broadcast. We should be back up to speed (and length) soon enough!   Thanks, -The Dopes. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Triumph,Over,TyrannyJoin us for the latest installment of our temporarily-truncated half hour broadcast. We should be back up to speed (and length) soon enough!   Thanks, -Thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/19/a-christian-take-on-stupid-lawsNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/19/a-christian-take-on-stupid-laws/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/19/a-christian-take-on-stupid-lawsTue, 19 Feb 2013 23:30:00 GMTA Christian Take On Stupid Laws We live in a day and age where common sense has seemingly taken a back seat to petty tyrants who make a "living" by writing stupid laws for the rest of us to follow.  And, while the more naive among us may argue that it is done with the best of intentions, the outcomes are often far from what the people likely expected: http://www.nydailynews.com/news/14-year-old-new-jersey-girl-sex-offender-status-posting-naked-pictures-myspace-article-1.364096 Now, we've seen the flip side of the "stupid law" coin - a law prohibiting those who would proffer even more stupid "gun control" (read: "victim disarmament") laws: http://stlouis.cbslocal.com/2013/02/19/mo-house-bill-makes-proposing-gun-control-illegal/ Scripturally speaking, what is a Christian's obligation regarding stupid or un-Biblical laws?  Stay tuned!   00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Stupid laws,sexting,victim disarmamentWe live in a day and age where common sense has seemingly taken a back seat to petty tyrants who make a "living" by writing stupid laws for the rest of us to fhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/12/papal-resignation--what-really-happenedNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/12/papal-resignation--what-really-happened/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/12/papal-resignation--what-really-happenedTue, 12 Feb 2013 23:30:00 GMTPapal Resignation - What Really Happened? TONIGHT, We will be talking about the recent resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, who has gained the distinction of being the first Roman Catholic Pope to quit on the job in six hundred years.  The "Prophecy of St. Malachy," a document of dubious origin variously attributed to Nostradamus or a 12th century Irish Bishop, claims that this upcoming Pope will be the LAST Pope.  Could this possibly be the case?  Who are the most likely candidates? RAMBO: PART IV We will also briefly discuss the case of Christopher Dorner, the  L..A.P.D. officer fired for exposing corruption in the Department who is now the subject of an enormous manhunt.   00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Pope,Resigns,DornerTONIGHT, We will be talking about the recent resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, who has gained the distinction of being the first Roman Catholic Pope to quit onhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/05/week-in-brief-reviewNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/05/week-in-brief-review/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/02/05/week-in-brief-reviewTue, 05 Feb 2013 23:30:00 GMTWeek In (Brief) Review We are working out the possible future direction of the show, so we do apologize for the half hour format.  Until then, this will have to do. Luckily (Well, depending on how you look at it) there has been no shortage of current events to keep us talking.  For instance, WHO KNEW that Beyonce actually knocked out power at the Superdome TWICE during rehearsal? http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/02/04/blame-beyonce-boomer-told-of-2-power-outages-during-halftime-rehearsals/ ...It's almost like it was... what's the word I'm looking for? ...and I wonder if it was for 33 MINUTES then, too? Contact us at byhiscall at aol with your criticisms, tips, or just to say hello. POST-SHOW EDIT: Here is the video of the press conference referenced in the show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n56EZ-RVGFk 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,World War 3,Beyonce,bread and circusWe are working out the possible future direction of the show, so we do apologize for the half hour format.  Until then, this will have to do. Luckily (Well, dhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/29/hiatus-gonna-hiateNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/29/hiatus-gonna-hiate/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/29/hiatus-gonna-hiateTue, 29 Jan 2013 23:30:00 GMTHIATUS GONNA HIATE Our apologies for the recent protracted break from broadcasting, but things have been a bit hectic. Tonight we (almost) return to our irregularly scheduled programming.  The topic will be...   ummmmmm....   ...ughhh.  Hectic, indeed.   00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Idiocy in high places,Idiocy in low places,IdiocyOur apologies for the recent protracted break from broadcasting, but things have been a bit hectic. Tonight we (almost) return to our irregularly scheduled prhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/16/what-the-world-needs-nowChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/16/what-the-world-needs-now/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/16/what-the-world-needs-nowWed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTWhat The World Needs Now... Is Love, sweet Love.   BUT, since some of us are unwilling or incapable of Love, firearms will have to do. It's been said that "He who beats his sword into a plowshare shall plow for those who didn't," and it seems that may be the direction the United States is heading in. http://www.activistpost.com/2013/01/demand-plan-to-stop-smart-guns.html http://www.politico.com/story/2013/01/biden-guns-executive-actions-86187.html?hp=t1_3 "OF COURSE," I hear you saying, "The President CAN'T simply wash away a God-given RIGHT enshrined in the U.S. Constitution by executive fiat!"  Right you are, but we are not in Sparta anymore, Leonides.... THIS.  IS.  MADNESS!!!!! CALL IN with whatever is on YOUR mind! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoExecutive Order,Unconstitutional,smart guns,Bible,JesusIs Love, sweet Love.   BUT, since some of us are unwilling or incapable of Love, firearms will have to do. It's been said that "He who beats his sword intohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/09/various-sundry-prattleNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/09/various-sundry-prattle/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/09/various-sundry-prattleWed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTVarious & Sundry PrattleWhat's tonight's show about?  We have absolutely no idea.  So stay tuned, and find out!01:00:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Anything else,News,FaithWhat's tonight's show about?  We have absolutely no idea.  So stay tuned, and find out!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/04/ban-assault-cars-the-new-mccarthyismNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/04/ban-assault-cars-the-new-mccarthyism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2013/01/04/ban-assault-cars-the-new-mccarthyismFri, 04 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTBan Assault Cars! The New McCarthyism Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy was recently on Amy Goodman's Demockery Now championing the call to ban "assault clips."  What are "assault clips," you ask?  "Assault clips" (or "magazines," as the gun people at the RNA call them) are the thingies that go in the bottom of the thing that goes BAM BAM BAM!!!  If you can put a whole bunch of bullet-holders in the clip thingy, THAT'S AWFUL!!! http://www.democracynow.org/2012/12/19/we_have_to_do_something_rep We intrepid reporters discovered something alarming about the congresswoman from Long island:  While leading the charge to ban these infernal "assault clips," she herself DRIVES AN ASSAULT CAR!  What is an "assault car," you ask?  Well, it's a car that can go IN EXCESS OF 55MPH!  You read that right - these demonic inventions travel FASTER THAN THE SPEED LIMIT!  Now, we understand that Ms. McCarthy has a privilege to travel, but honestly, who NEEDS a car that can go faster than 55 MPH?  You don't need a car that can travel that fast to go to work, now do you? We know that traffic fatalities increase with the speed of the vehicles, and - believe it or not - there are even more deaths in the United States each year from auto accidents than firearms.  So WHY ISN'T CONGRESSWOMAN McCARTHY WORKING AS HARD TO BAN ASSAULT CARS???  Moreover, why does she drive an assault car herself??? This and more on tonight's edition of Jesus, The Bible and Anything Else.   00:43:00StraightDopesnoAssault clips,Assault cars,hypocritical idiots,Aspiring tyrants,gun controlCongresswoman Carolyn McCarthy was recently on Amy Goodman's Demockery Now championing the call to ban "assault clips."  What are "assault clips," you ask?  "Ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/12/19/tragedy-at-sandy-hookNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/12/19/tragedy-at-sandy-hook/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/12/19/tragedy-at-sandy-hookWed, 19 Dec 2012 00:30:00 GMTTragedy At Sandy Hook TONIGHT, we will be talking about the horrible mass murder at New Town, Connecticut.  Please pray for the victims, families, and friends of this abominable  massacre. 01:01:00StraightDopesnoSandy Hook,Shooting,Gun control,Jesus,BibleTONIGHT, we will be talking about the horrible mass murder at New Town, Connecticut.  Please pray for the victims, families, and friends of this abominable  mhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/12/11/its-the-end-of-the-mayan-calendar-as-we-know-itNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/12/11/its-the-end-of-the-mayan-calendar-as-we-know-it/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/12/11/its-the-end-of-the-mayan-calendar-as-we-know-itTue, 11 Dec 2012 01:00:00 GMTIt's The End Of The Mayan Calendar As We Know It ...And we feel fine. TONIGHT, we welcome Dave home after many years of teaching English on the Korean penninsula.  We will be discussing the (apparent, alleged, reported) use of chemical weapons by Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad against his own countrymen.  Assad is a very, very, very bad man who needs to go!  And, I mean, NOW!  THE FATE OF THE WORLD DEPENDS ON IT!!!11!!!ONE!!11!!!ELEVENTY!!!1!! Members of Congress: Which of you, or your children, would like to volunteer for the invasion force?!  http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/162968#.UMYfG2if_0d AHHH.... I guess the "nays" have it. Jaime Foxx is busy pissing people off.... again.  A couple weeks ago, he unblushingly referred to President Obama as "Our Lord and Savior."  This time, he's talking about killing all of the white people: http://tinyurl.com/adndeso We shouldn't have to ask the obvious question, but how would this have gone down if it were a white "comedian" joking about killing all the Black people?     00:59:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Syria,Jaime Foxx,Mayan Calendar...And we feel fine. TONIGHT, we welcome Dave home after many years of teaching English on the Korean penninsula.  We will be discussing the (apparent, allegehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/12/05/grace-irresistible-graceChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/12/05/grace-irresistible-grace/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/12/05/grace-irresistible-graceWed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMTGrace, Irresistible Grace!TONIGHT, we go back to basics - the verybasics: One of the most essential doctrines of the True Christian faith is the doctrine of Grace.  While recognized and understood (to varying degrees) by all Christian denominations, it hardly ever receives the treatment and attention it is due in churches the world over. It is God's IRRESISTIBLE GRACE that keeps us forever His.  It is because of His Grace that we can call ourselves His Children.  Without God's Irresistible Grace, the words "Eternal Life" mean nothing! To be a Christian is, implicitly and explicitly, to be aware of one's own sinful disposition and spiritual poverty.  When we become Christians, this nature does not just "go away;" indeed, we all battle daily (if we are to be honest) against the flesh and sinful nature.  Some Christians may even come to question their own Salvation, and often the reason for the discouragement is they haven't understood the nature and depth of God's Grace. It is our fervent prayer that this episode will be a Blessing to anyone who needs encouragement and reassurance. 01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Grace,Forgiveness,SinTONIGHT, we go back to basics - the verybasics: One of the most essential doctrines of the True Christian faith is the doctrine of Grace.  While recognized andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/28/the-propaganda-gets-more-absurdNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/28/the-propaganda-gets-more-absurd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/28/the-propaganda-gets-more-absurdWed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTTHE PROPAGANDA GETS MORE ABSURD This has been a bumper week for absurd, Orwellian news. In an article that looks like it was ripped from KCNA (North Korea's online "news" outlet), CNN is reporting that basically every single American went shopping on Black Friday: http://www.weeklystandard.com/blogs/cnn-all-adults-america-went-shopping-black-friday-weekend_663994.html WOW, CNN!  We must be up to our necks in Choco-rations and saccharine tablets! It wasn't very long ago that Obama supporters were being mocked as followers of a messiah of their own making.  Apparently Karl Marx was right - history repeats itself; first as a tragedy, then as a farce.  Actor/comedienne Jamie Foxx has unblushingly "given honor to our Lord and Savior, Barack Obama" at the BET awards.  I kid you not: http://newsbusters.org/blogs/noel-sheppard/2012/11/26/jamie-foxx-calls-obama-our-lord-and-savior A statement like that perhaps lends some context to a painting like THIS: http://radio.foxnews.com/toddstarnes/top-stories/painting-depicts-obama-as-crucified-christ.html Yes, dear Straightdopes listener, that is a painting of Obama as a crucified Christ entitled "Truth."  It's reminiscent of Nazi Germany, where Christmas carols had words changed to substitute Hitler for the Baby Jesus. But NO.... NO.... IT COULDNEVER HAPPEN HERE! STRAIGHTDOPES - IT'S DOUBLE PLUS GOOD! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoOrwell,Bible,Propaganda,Obama,ChristThis has been a bumper week for absurd, Orwellian news. In an article that looks like it was ripped from KCNA (North Korea's online "news" outlet), CNN is rephttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/21/lies-hypocrisy-and-endless-warNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/21/lies-hypocrisy-and-endless-war/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/21/lies-hypocrisy-and-endless-warWed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTLies, Hypocrisy, And Endless War ...Welcome to TODAY. Last Tuesday we spoke about the run-up to general war in the Middle East.  Now, with a possible ground invasion of the Gaza Strip close at hand, "wars and rumors of wars" are growing ubiquitous, both within the Holy Land and without. As Christians, we are called on to be Peacemakers, and to enjoy the Blessing bestowed upon those who earnestly seek after peace, justice, and understanding. It is important to remember that we only get ONE CHANCE to do this.  When everything is said and done, when we are called Home and sit down to watch the "highlights" reel - we will either know we gave it our best shot, or we will be shamed by our own lack of concern and action on behalf of our fellow man. So.... ...CHOOSE.   01:01:00StraightDopesnoMiddle East,World War 3,Israel,Hamas,Peace...Welcome to TODAY. Last Tuesday we spoke about the run-up to general war in the Middle East.  Now, with a possible ground invasion of the Gaza Strip close ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/14/the-war-drum-grows-louderNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/14/the-war-drum-grows-louder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/14/the-war-drum-grows-louderWed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTTHE WAR-DRUM GROWS LOUDER For some weeks now, we have discussed the continued Syria-Turkey cross border hostilities as a prelude to a general Middle Eastern war.  Now, NATO is proclaiming that they are "ready to 'help'" Turkey: http://tinyurl.com/cjvghsz Not content to have Turkey bomb Syria all by its lonesome, Israel has now joined the fray, firing into Syrian territory - from the old Syrian territory of the Golan Heights: http://tinyurl.com/bg7mhoc The timing of this latest development is very interesting, as the White House hosts an Israeli diplomatic delegation today for talks on this very matter: http://tinyurl.com/b5jr9y5 CAREFUL WHAT YOU WISH FOR! Hot on the heels of the Presidential (s)election, citizens of many states have begun circulating petitions to secede  from the Union.  The Washington Times, along with other news outlets, places the number of states requesting "peaceful" secession from the Union at 23. http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2012/nov/12/petitions-to-secede-are-filed-for-23-states-since-/ http://www.examiner.com/article/citizens-over-30-states-petition-for-secession-from-united-states Anyone remember this Russian professor's prediction?? http://online.wsj.com/article/SB123051100709638419.html   01:01:00StraightDopesnoSyria,Turkey,Israel,World War,secessionFor some weeks now, we have discussed the continued Syria-Turkey cross border hostilities as a prelude to a general Middle Eastern war.  Now, NATO is proclaimihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/07/preppers-the-new-prophetsNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/07/preppers-the-new-prophets/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/11/07/preppers-the-new-prophetsWed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTPreppers: The New Prophets? TONIGHT is national Hobson's Choice night, and we will be mulling over the (s)election returns live.  Who will be the next C.E.O. of this bankrupt enterprise - President Obama (D-Kenya), or Governor Romney (R-Kolob)? Out here on Long Island, we are witnessing a slowly growing crisis, the epicenter of which is a crushing gasoline shortage.  No doubt, this amounts to a disenfranchisement of a significant portion of the New York/New Jersey electorate, who will not be able to get to the polls due to lack of fuel and extremely spotty and largely non-functional public transportation.  What happens, dear listener, when the extremely densely populated, extremely Democratic metroplex stays home in large numbers?  Is it even possible that Romney might win New York when only upstate residents get to the polls?  What are the possible repercussions?  Are we headed for a replay of the 2000 election debacle? Meanwhile, the wisdom of the "preppers" is becoming clear here on Long Island... Organic food has disappeared from the supermarket shelves, as have items like eggs and bread.  While the electricity is still out in many areas, this is *NOT* the cause of the fuel shortage (as most gas stations have power, but no gas).  Should this seemingly manufactured shortage continue on the food situation could concievably get worse.  Those lunatic, tinfoil hat wearing "preppers" have their food stored, and likely possess the weapons needed to KEEP it. ...and if only they had the requisite storage containers to hoard it en masse, they might have had gas, too. FIRST RESULTS:  A tie? http://www.wcax.com/story/20012087/nh-towns-cast-first-ballots   01:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Prepper,Presidential Selection,crisis,Long IslandTONIGHT is national Hobson's Choice night, and we will be mulling over the (s)election returns live.  Who will be the next C.E.O. of this bankrupt enterprise -http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/30/live-from-storm-central-long-island-new-yorkNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/30/live-from-storm-central-long-island-new-york/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/30/live-from-storm-central-long-island-new-yorkTue, 30 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMTLive From Storm Central, Long Island, New York Our intrepid co-host Dennis is going to attempt to bring you live coverage of Frankenstorm Sandy, a few miles from the surging Atlantic ocean.  If he can't get through, you'll have to listen to Dave babble from Seoul.  We'll also talk about how the storm might influence the election, and how a contested election might influence America, and the planet. http://www.economist.com/blogs/lexington/2012/10/storms-and-elections http://fivethirtyeight.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/10/29/impact-of-hurricane-sandy-on-election-is-uncertain/ http://www.infowars.com/could-frankenstorm-delay-presidential-election/   01:01:00StraightDopesnoHurricane Sandy,Long Island Frankenstorm,Live,Bible,JesusOur intrepid co-host Dennis is going to attempt to bring you live coverage of Frankenstorm Sandy, a few miles from the surging Atlantic ocean.  If he can't gethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/23/i-have-a-dream-vsi-have-a-droneChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/23/i-have-a-dream-vsi-have-a-drone/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/23/i-have-a-dream-vsi-have-a-droneTue, 23 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT"I Have a Dream" vs."I Have A Drone" NOW that the Obamney/Robama presidential "debates" are over, we will have to find other things to talk about besides the illusion of choice.  Luckily (or, unfortunately) there's no shortage of things to discuss, whether it's the ongoing bombardment of Syria by Turkey (soon to become a full-fledged war) or the deaths of South Dakota's two most iconic (or, only) citizens - American Indian Movement's leader and actor Russell Means, and former Senator and Presidential candidate George McGovern - we are sure to find plenty to keep us talking. We will also be speaking with a Christian book author about her newest literary offering, and field calls. So CALL IN! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Debate,Syria,McGovern,MeansNOW that the Obamney/Robama presidential "debates" are over, we will have to find other things to talk about besides the illusion of choice.  Luckily (or, unfohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/16/transmitting-live-from-kolobNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/16/transmitting-live-from-kolob/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/16/transmitting-live-from-kolobTue, 16 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMTTRANSMITTING LIVE FROM KOLOB In advance of the (idiotic, scripted) charade of a "debate" between Robama and Obamney, we will be discussing the nature of these productions (brought to you by Anheuser-Busch and, of course, Carl's Jr.), the "Commission on Presidential Debates," and some other unnerving news, including the possibility of riots in America should the election go... either way. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commission_on_Presidential_Debates "The neutrality of this article is disputed."  Excuse me, Wikipedia, but how in the world could our beloved two party duopoly not be "neutral," especially when operating in secret?? http://reason.com/blog/2012/10/01/presidential-debates-lose-sponsors-over http://www.democracynow.org/2012/10/16/secret_debate_contract_reveals_obama_and If you, dear Straight Dopes listener, were interested in reading the full text of the secret contract between the two principals made in advance of the debate, it may be found here: http://tinyurl.com/9etuyv3 This is a far cry from simply deciding the height of the podiums!  The "debates" are a scripted sideshow; that is a fact, as this "memorandum of understanding" proves. About those (possible) riots: http://rt.com/usa/news/dhs-unrest-gear-283/ http://politicalpistachio.blogspot.com/2012/08/election-2012-prepares-for-possibility.html Still wondering what "Kolob" is?  Then you don't know Mitt!! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kolob CALL IN WITH WHATEVER'S ON YOUR MIND! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoGod,Bible,Commission on Presidential Debates,Obamney,RobamaIn advance of the (idiotic, scripted) charade of a "debate" between Robama and Obamney, we will be discussing the nature of these productions (brought to you bhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/09/two-idiots-without-a-planSocial Networkinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/09/two-idiots-without-a-plan/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/09/two-idiots-without-a-planTue, 09 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMTTwo Idiots Without a Plan We don't have a plan.  He does.  Who is He?  The title of our show says it all.  Do you have a plan?  Call in to share it (or write to byhiscall [at] aol.com), or join us in praising Him for His plan.  The powers of this world, who have power only because they have been given it for a time, [Ephesians 1:21 New Living Translation(©2007) Now he is far above any ruler or authority or power or leader or anything else--not only in this world but also in the world to come.]     plan to put us in a box, and crush the box, but we can't be crushed if He holds us in His hand. [2 Corinthians 4:9    New International Version(©1984) persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.] Peace. 01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,New,World,OrderWe don't have a plan.  He does.  Who is He?  The title of our show says it all.  Do you have a plan?  Call in to share it (or write to byhiscall [at] aol.com),http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/02/october-surpriseReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/02/october-surprise/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/10/02/october-surpriseTue, 02 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMTOctober Surprise? There's some ominous information coming out as of late indicating a possible "October surprise" - once again involving Iran - ahead of the November election.  Fitting, considering the endless similarities between Obama's presidency and that of Carter.  But this time, whowould benefit if such an event occurs? http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/obama-romney-october-bring-political-surprise/story?id=17351000#.UGnZCU3A9e4 http://debka.com/article/22398/More-Al-Qaeda-pre-US-election-attacks-forecast-Americans-quietly-lifted-out Speaking of history repeating, do you, dear listener, remember what happened not very long before 9-11-2001?  If you answered "a string of embassy attacks," you get a gold star. Let's pray it's not "a little bit of history repeating." CALL IN! 01:00:00StraightDopesnoOctober surprise,embassy,God,World War 3,ObamneyThere's some ominous information coming out as of late indicating a possible "October surprise" - once again involving Iran - ahead of the November election.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/25/week-in-review-facebook-and-iranChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/25/week-in-review-facebook-and-iran/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/25/week-in-review-facebook-and-iranTue, 25 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMTWEEK IN REVIEW, FACEBOOK, AND IRANA few "Facebook" stories have appeared in the press in just the past week.  Now they want you to spy on your friends and let them know if they're using their real names or not: http://thenextweb.com/facebook/2012/09/21/facebook-now-wants-snitch-friends-arent-using-real-name/ That's hardly "news," though.  This is a company whose founder has called its user base "dumb f___ers." http://www.smh.com.au/opinion/society-and-culture/how-they-read-us-like-an-open-facebook-20110104-19f1n.html And if you think that's the worst of it, you are sorely mistaken: http://www.desiclub.com/community/culture/culture_article.cfm?id=843 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/facebook/9563855/Facebook-flooded-with-complaints-after-messages-bug.html THE COMING WAR WITH IRAN - SUNBURN IN THE GULF? We will also discuss some articles on Iranian naval warfighting capabilities, with emphasis on the SS-N-22 Sunburn anti-ship missle: http://rense.com/general59/theSunburniransawesome.htm http://articles.businessinsider.com/2012-02-08/news/31036419_1_anti-ship-defense-system-target-missile   CALL IN!!   00:58:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Iran,privacy,war,FacebookA few "Facebook" stories have appeared in the press in just the past week.  Now they want you to spy on your friends and let them know if they're using their rehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/21/death-penalty-relic-of-barbarism-or-a-biblical-demandChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/21/death-penalty-relic-of-barbarism-or-a-biblical-demand/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/21/death-penalty-relic-of-barbarism-or-a-biblical-demandFri, 21 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMTDeath Penalty: Relic Of Barbarism Or A Biblical Demand? Tonight, we will be talking about an issue that has once again been in the American news, the death penalty. It's been one year since the State of Georgia executed Troy Anthony Davis in a case that sparked renewed debate on the subject.  In Pennsylvania, Terrance Williams is scheduled to die on October 3rd for a murder in 1984: http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/local&id=8817924 http://www.democracynow.org/2012/9/14/in_controversial_death_row_case_pennsylvania In Williams' case, the defense is now arguing that repeated sexual abuse at the hands of the victim drove him to bludgeon his presumed abuser to death.  A convenient way out of death row, or a genuinely mitigating factor?  Would Jesus be cool with, say, North Korea executing their citizens forbelieving that the ruling Kim dynasty are mere men, and not demigods? Just an aside:  Aren't we ALL already under a death penalty? "That soul that sinneth, it shall die." Ez. 18:20 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.  Rom. 13:3,4 "Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices--mint, dill and cummin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law--justice, mercy and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former." Matt. 23:23   01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Troy Anthony Davis,Terrance Williams,Death Penalty,BibleTonight, we will be talking about an issue that has once again been in the American news, the death penalty. It's been one year since the State of Georgia exehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/14/would-the-real-sam-bacile-please-wake-upNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/14/would-the-real-sam-bacile-please-wake-up/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/14/would-the-real-sam-bacile-please-wake-upFri, 14 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMTWould The Real Sam Bacile Please Wake Up??? Who is Sam Bacile?  It appears he doesn't even exist, and "Sam Bacile" is a pseudonym for Nakoula Bassely Nakoula: http://abcnews.go.com/US/sam-bacile-anti-islam-filmmakers-bio-add/story?id=17222103 He's not a Jew, not an Israeli, and he's definitely not the creator of a 5 million dollar film: http://www.csmonitor.com/World/Backchannels/2012/0912/There-may-be-no-anti-Islamic-movie-at-all Let's be clear: Real Christians would not lie people into the production of something they otherwise would never have participated in.  Real Christians would not seek to deliberately inflame a sixth of the entire world's population and incite them to war.  Real Christians do not generally need to use 17 different aliases. And aren't U.S. embassies and consulates guarded by Marines??  There seems to be some controversy as to whether or not they were permitted to defend the embassy: http://freebeacon.com/reports-marines-not-permitted-live-ammo/ By the way, the film has been out for months now, so why this would all erupt on the 11th anniversary of September 11th? If you're an arms merchant, control freak, or warmonger, "Sam Bacile" may be your best friend. 01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Mohammed,Sam Bacile,Egypt,LibyaWho is Sam Bacile?  It appears he doesn't even exist, and "Sam Bacile" is a pseudonym for Nakoula Bassely Nakoula: http://abcnews.go.com/US/sam-bacile-anti-ishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/05/eavesdrop-on-a-conversation-tooChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/05/eavesdrop-on-a-conversation-too/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/09/05/eavesdrop-on-a-conversation-tooWed, 05 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMTEAVESDROP ON A CONVERSATION, TOO What are you reading the description for?  Haven't we made it clear enough?   CALL IN!! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoeavesdrop,Jesus,Christian,Bible,NewsWhat are you reading the description for?  Haven't we made it clear enough?   CALL IN!!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/29/eavesdrop-on-a-conversationChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/29/eavesdrop-on-a-conversation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/29/eavesdrop-on-a-conversationWed, 29 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMTEAVESDROP ON A CONVERSATION TONIGHT we will be talking about current events, catching up with each other, and overall blabbering between two old  brothers in Christ.   You know - the usual.   Call in with whatever's on your mind. 01:01:00StraightDopesnoEavesdropping,Bible,Jesus,New World Order,ProphecyTONIGHT we will be talking about current events, catching up with each other, and overall blabbering between two old  brothers in Christ.   You know - the ushttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/22/potpourri-deuxPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/22/potpourri-deux/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/22/potpourri-deuxWed, 22 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMTPOTPOURRI DEUX Dave's back and we fill in the gaps and cover whatever was missed in Dennis's solo venture yesterday. The saying goes 'truth is stranger than fiction' but the truth these days makes fiction look as banal as an empty brown paper bag...whereas the truth is the same bag, yet flaming and filled with dog-hockey... The red dress in 'The Matrix': http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AjvGIBgpF8 Corbin Dates / Korben Dallas ? http://www.imdb.com/character/ch0003667/ Should we beware of: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Council_of_Fifty   ? "This was largely because the Council was primarily meant for a time when secular governments had ceased to function." "Like many in the mid-19th century, the Mormons believed that the second coming of Jesus was imminent, and would be attended by great destruction. After this destruction occurred, some structure would be necessary to politically organize the survivors. Joseph Smith received a revelation on April 7, 1842 calling for the establishment of an organization called the Living Constitution, or later the Council of Fifty. This would serve as the foundation for the establishment of Christ's Millennial government." 01:00:00StraightDopesnoTruth,Second Amendment,Jesus,New World Order,BibleDave's back and we fill in the gaps and cover whatever was missed in Dennis's solo venture yesterday. The saying goes 'truth is stranger than fiction' but thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/21/potpourriPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/21/potpourri/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/21/potpourriTue, 21 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMTPOTPOURRI TONIGHT, we will be looking at the week in review.  Strange goings on at the Colorado trial of James Holmes; a woman wearing a red dress with a shaved head, identified as Allison Michelle Ernst, stood up during the proceedings and claimed to possess evidence "vital to the defense" of Holmes.  Maybe it's just us, but when we start talking about particular styles of dress and shaved heads... well, let's just say it historically stirs the specter of conspiracy. http://denver.cbslocal.com/2012/08/09/naurora-theater-shooting-suspect-mentally-ill/ Did Mitt Romney swear an oath to destroy the United States? That's the assertion made by Dr. Webster Tarpley, along with some others. It's called the "Law of Vengeance" in Mormon parlance, and was a reaction to the killing of LDS "prophets" Joseph and Hyrum Smith by a mob at the Carthage, Illinois jail they were being held in: http://tarpley.net/2012/08/12/would-pres-romney-be-bound-by-mormon-oath-of-vengeance-against-the-us/   Indeed, when one examines Mormonism and its history - from the Mountain Meadows Massacre to the doctrine of Blood Atonement - it is clear that it is a religion born in blood, and not that of the Savior Jesus Christ. We didn't forget that other shooting, though - you know, the one (allegedly) committed by Floyd Lee Corkins at the Family Research Council.  It would seem that the media has, though. When a precious, spotless, tolerant HOMOSEXUAL goes on a rampage shooting Christians solely for their beliefs... well, it seems to be quickly forgotten. http://www.theatlanticwire.com/national/2012/08/what-we-know-about-family-research-council-shooting-suspect/55845/ CALL IN WITH WHATEVER'S ON YOUR MIND! 00:56:00StraightDopesnoColorado,Mormon,Holmes,Jesus,ErnstTONIGHT, we will be looking at the week in review.  Strange goings on at the Colorado trial of James Holmes; a woman wearing a red dress with a shaved head, idhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/14/ryan-at-rensePolitics Conservativehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/14/ryan-at-rense/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/14/ryan-at-renseTue, 14 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMTRyan at Rense, Paul Ryan & Ayn Rand, What Is Trapwire?We look at a few articles on Ryan at Rense.com: http://www.commondreams.org/newswire/2012/08/13-1 http://beforeitsnews.com/politics/2012/08/paul-ryan-cracks-joke-as-71-year-old-citizen-is-forced-to-the-ground-2447918.html http://rense.com/general95/pryan.html Seems Paul Ryan has a love affair with the philosphical mother of modern selfishness, Ayn Rand. While Rand's musings may pair well with college kids who have just left home (or former Federal Reserve chairmen like Alan Greenspan), wouldn't we expect more from our elected servants? http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2012/aug/13/paul-ryan-ayn-rand-romney http://the-american-catholic.com/2012/08/13/paul-ryan-and-ayn-rand-an-assertion-with-evidence/ TRAPWIRE - THE ULTIMATE TOOL OF CONTROL? Anyone care to tell us more about this?? http://wikileakssecret.com/trapwire-everything-you-need-to-know-business-insider/ http://rt.com/usa/news/trapwire-anonymizer-surveillance-system-588/ http://www.businessinsider.com/trapwire-the-media-fallout-begins-2012-8 Call in with your comments, please. Jesus, 2012! (No prophecy here, just prayer.)     01:01:00StraightDopesnoRyan,New World Order,Trapwire,Jesus,Ayn RandWe look at a few articles on Ryan at Rense.com: http://www.commondreams.org/newswire/2012/08/13-1 http://beforeitsnews.com/politics/2012/08/paul-ryan-cracks-jhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/10/hide-yo-guns-hide-yo-knifeNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/10/hide-yo-guns-hide-yo-knife/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/08/10/hide-yo-guns-hide-yo-knifeFri, 10 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMTHIDE YO GUNS, HIDE YO KNIFE... 'CUZ THEY DISARMIN' EVERYBODY OUT HERE!   As if it were a gift from the anti-gun, anti-freedom gods, another crazed gunman goes on a Sikh and destroy mission.  While both presidential candidates have made statements to the effect that this will not be made into a political weapon aimed at the second amendment and the God-given, Constitutionally-codified right to bear arms, it seems that note has not made it to their political surrogates.  Such pro-freedom luminaries (AHHEM!) as mayors Michael Bloombag of New York City  and  Michael Nutter (lol) of Philadelphia coming out in full support of disarming Americans, and turning the country into a killer-friendly, victim-disarmed hellhole resembling more Nazi Germany or North Korea than the United States. http://www.theblaze.com/stories/conference-of-mayors-representing-1295-us-cities-calls-for-stricter-gun-laws-following-sikh-temple-shooting/ http://www.cnn.com/2012/08/06/us/wisconsin-temple-shooting/index.html From Mr. Bloombag: "The fact that criminals, terrorists and other mentally ill people have access to guns is a national crisis" Note that he said this as mayor of NYC, the titular head of that city's police force, a 35,000 member strong army of blockheaded bullies that cannot go two months without shooting an innocent person 20 or 30 times "in self defence." The irony was lost on him. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHSMMcJEQqU Watch that clip of the hilariously corrupt ex-mayor Daley of Chicago if you want to see the mentality of these people. We will talk about the similarities between the Wisconsin and Colorado shooting, other news items, and what the Bible has to say about "gun (errr... sword?) control." CALL IN! National crisis, indeed! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoGUN CONTROL,CONSPIRACY,JESUS,BIBLE,BLOOMBERG'CUZ THEY DISARMIN' EVERYBODY OUT HERE!   As if it were a gift from the anti-gun, anti-freedom gods, another crazed gunman goes on a Sikh and destroy missionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/31/what-does-the-colorado-shooter-libor-have-in-commonNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/31/what-does-the-colorado-shooter-libor-have-in-common/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/31/what-does-the-colorado-shooter-libor-have-in-commonTue, 31 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMTWhat Does The Colorado Shooter & LIBOR Have In Common? Well, we are glad you asked.  Seems the father of alleged shooter is linked to ANOTHER very big news story. http://tinyurl.com/ctslyqs http://www.groundzeromedia.org/the-storm-is-coming/ Yes, beloved Straight Dopes listener, Robert Holmes - father of alleged Colorado shooter James Holmes - is linked to the London InterBank Offered Rate (LIBOR) scandal which has engulfed the world of high finance.  What a small world we live in, huh?? Also, we'll talk about the inevitable march towards World Wa... err.... war with Syria.  Yeah - that's the ticket - just a *little* war with Syria.  And Russia.  And China.  Aaand.... We would also like to take a second to thank all the listeners.  The show is growing (inexplicably) fast according to Blogtalkradio listenership reporting, and we have you guys to thank for that.  Continue to spread the word... ...and DO CALL IN!!! 01:00:00StraightDopesnoColorado,Holmes,LIBOR,scandal,TruthWell, we are glad you asked.  Seems the father of alleged shooter is linked to ANOTHER very big news story. http://tinyurl.com/ctslyqs http://www.groundzeromehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/28/the-ninth-of-av-and-the-ao-report-on-the-middle-eastSpiritualityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/28/the-ninth-of-av-and-the-ao-report-on-the-middle-east/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/28/the-ninth-of-av-and-the-ao-report-on-the-middle-eastSat, 28 Jul 2012 21:00:00 GMTThe Ninth of Av and the AO Report on the Middle East Looking at the Jewish date of the ninth of Av and the aoreport.com on news in the middle east.  Call in with anything, please. http://www.haaretz.com/jewish-world/the-jewish-thinker/the-munich-massacre-bulgaria-attack-and-tisha-b-av-1.453012  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tisha_B%27Av#Five_calamities  http://aoreport.com/ao/news-articles/1739-middle-east-news-update-7-26-12    00:59:00StraightDopesnoOlympics,Middle East,Jesus,Bible,New World OrderLooking at the Jewish date of the ninth of Av and the aoreport.com on news in the middle east.  Call in with anything, please. http://www.haaretz.com/jewish-wohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/17/the-other-thing-pt2Christianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/17/the-other-thing-pt2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/17/the-other-thing-pt2Tue, 17 Jul 2012 23:30:00 GMTThe Other Thing, Pt2 THE BIBLE ON ANIMALS   http://www.keyway.ca/htm2003/20030902.htm   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKk9W8MUJ-Y   http://www.all-creatures.org/articles/ar-scam.html   TALMUD ON DRY BONES: A WHOLE TOWN   http://www.come-and-hear.com/sanhedrin/sanhedrin_92.html   DRONES 24/7   http://endthelie.com/2012/07/13/new-ground-based-laser-can-extend-drone-flight-time-indefinitely/#axzz20tlT0IBt   KILLING US SLOWLY   http://www.infowars.com/gates-funded-experiment-to-spray-atmosphere-with-sulphur--particles/   SYRIA UPDATE   http://www.infowars.com/civil-war-declared-in-syria-globalists-formula-for-ww-iii-begins/   IN IRAN, WHY BOMB WHEN YOU CAN DRY?   http://www.infowars.com/iran-accuses-u-s-of-using-weather-weapons/   THEY'RE COMING FOR YOUR GAT   http://www.infowars.com/un-arms-transfer-treaty-att-on-small-arms-gun-grab-gradualism/   FUKISHIMA UPDATE: WEST COAST WORRIES   http://www.infowars.com/radiation-on-west-coast-of-north-america-could-end-up-being-10-times-higher-than-in-japan/00:45:00StraightDopesnoBible,Jesus,Salvation,Right,AnimalsTHE BIBLE ON ANIMALS   http://www.keyway.ca/htm2003/20030902.htm   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKk9W8MUJ-Y   http://www.all-creatures.ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/10/on-the-nature-of-evil-talking-asses-latest-on-syriaChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/10/on-the-nature-of-evil-talking-asses-latest-on-syria/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/10/on-the-nature-of-evil-talking-asses-latest-on-syriaTue, 10 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMTOn The Nature Of Evil, Talking Asses, Latest On Syria Tonight we will continue the discussion from last week (that is, did God "create" evil, and what exactly is evil?  Or is it no thing at all?), we will take a look at Balaam in the Bible, and what lessons we can learn, and examine the latest developements leading to World War III. AS ALWAYS, CALL IN WITTH WHATEVER IS ON YOUR MIND!!01:00:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Balaam,War,Peace,evilTonight we will continue the discussion from last week (that is, did God "create" evil, and what exactly is evil?  Or is it no thing at all?), we will take a lhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/03/god-created-everything-but-evil-looking-at-isaiah-457Christianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/03/god-created-everything-but-evil-looking-at-isaiah-457/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/07/03/god-created-everything-but-evil-looking-at-isaiah-457Tue, 03 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMTGod Created Everything BUT Evil? Looking at Isaiah 45:7... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-dCbFozY-Y http://www.blueletterbible.org/faq/don_stewart/stewart.cfm?id=1379 http://www.str.org/site/News2?page=NewsArticle&id=5093 http://www.apologeticspress.org/APContent.aspx?category=11&article=1157 Updates with Syria.  Official civil war?  And what's the end game and why does it matter? http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/06/26/syria-crisis-idUSL6E8HQBBR20120626 http://blogs.voanews.com/breaking-news/2012/06/26/assad-syria-at-war-as-damascus-suburbs-see-heaviest-fighting/ 01:01:00StraightDopesnoEvil,God,Jesus,Syria,Warhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-dCbFozY-Y http://www.blueletterbible.org/faq/don_stewart/stewart.cfm?id=1379 http://www.str.org/site/News2?page=NewsArticle&http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/06/19/the-bible-on-damascus-and-the-peconic-reviewChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/06/19/the-bible-on-damascus-and-the-peconic-review/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/06/19/the-bible-on-damascus-and-the-peconic-reviewTue, 19 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMTThe Bible on Damascus and the Peconic Review http://www.biblegateway.com/keyword/?search=Damascus&version1=NIV1984&searchtype=all&limit=none&wholewordsonly=no&resultspp=100&displayas=long&sort=bookorder   the 84 niv lists 56 instances of 'damascus' in scripture   and we introduce the 'peconic review' http://www.facebook.com/peconic https://twitter.com/ThePeconic   follow us on twitter: @str8dopes   peace 01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Damascus,The Peconic Reveiw,The New World Orderhttp://www.biblegateway.com/keyword/?search=Damascus&version1=NIV1984&searchtype=all&limit=none&wholewordsonly=no&resultspp=100&displayas=long&sort=bookorderhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/06/12/its-a-bird-its-a-plane-its-apple-minding-your-businessCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/06/12/its-a-bird-its-a-plane-its-apple-minding-your-business/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/06/12/its-a-bird-its-a-plane-its-apple-minding-your-businessTue, 12 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMTIt's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Apple Minding YOUR Business! Steve Jobs is looking down on us.  No, really. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/9323388/Apple-spy-planes-to-film-homes-from-the-air.html And we have to examine the 'kill list'. http://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/29/world/obamas-leadership-in-war-on-al-qaeda.html?_r=2&pagewanted=all&src=ISMR_AP_LO_MST_FB 01:01:00StraightDopesnoKill List,New World Order,Apple,Big Brother,Jesus ChristSteve Jobs is looking down on us.  No, really. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/9323388/Apple-spy-planes-to-film-homes-from-the-air.html And we hahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/06/05/tabula-rasaThe Biblehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/06/05/tabula-rasa/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/06/05/tabula-rasaTue, 05 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMTTabula Rasa Tonight's pretty much a blank slate, though we will be kicking around some current events and fielding your phone calls.  How 'bout them zombies?  Some alternate theories on the rash of cannibal news stories.  It's 2 Timothy 2:3 taken to an extreme.  CALL IN! 01:01:00StraightDopesnozombies,Apocalypse,Bible,New World Order,MagnottaTonight's pretty much a blank slate, though we will be kicking around some current events and fielding your phone calls.  How 'bout them zombies?  Some alternahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/29/you-have-the-right-to-not-get-your-feeling-hurtNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/29/you-have-the-right-to-not-get-your-feeling-hurt/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/29/you-have-the-right-to-not-get-your-feeling-hurtTue, 29 May 2012 23:00:00 GMTYou Have The Right To Not Get Your Feelings Hurt The New York State Legislature is considering a draconian anti-anonymity law that would force posters online to give their name, address, and phone number, ostensibly to end online bullying... or something.  How much more Orwellian can we get? Also, Miami face-eating, U.S. troops parachuting into North Korea, and more. AND CALL IN WITH WHATEVER'S ON YOUR MIND! http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/technology-blog/york-senate-bill-seeks-end-anonymous-internet-posting-162549128.html http://open.nysenate.gov/legislation/bill/S6779-2011 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/asia/northkorea/9296587/US-special-forces-parachuted-into-North-Korea.html       01:00:00StraightDopesnoAnonymous,Orwellian,Law,Jesus,BibleThe New York State Legislature is considering a draconian anti-anonymity law that would force posters online to give their name, address, and phone number, osthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/22/the-rutgers-sentencing-and-miscellaneaNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/22/the-rutgers-sentencing-and-miscellanea/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/22/the-rutgers-sentencing-and-miscellaneaTue, 22 May 2012 23:00:00 GMTThe Rutger's Sentencing and Miscellanea TONIGHT we talk about Dharun Ravi's sentencing:  Was the punishment just?  And who would have thought Facebook was worth 100 billion dollars?  No one, that's who.  Also, we'll talk about the NATO protests taking place in Chicago, various other news items, and as always, feel free to call in with whatever's on YOUR mind! http://abcnews.go.com/US/rutgers-trial-dharun-ravi-sentenced-30-days-jail/story?id=16394014#.T7ui11K4y1s 01:02:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Everything,Ravi,FacebookTONIGHT we talk about Dharun Ravi's sentencing:  Was the punishment just?  And who would have thought Facebook was worth 100 billion dollars?  No one, that's whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/15/stop-question-harass-romney-rule-11-rashbi-dig-himLegalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/15/stop-question-harass-romney-rule-11-rashbi-dig-him/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/15/stop-question-harass-romney-rule-11-rashbi-dig-himTue, 15 May 2012 23:00:00 GMTStop, Question, Harass; Romney & Rule 11; Rashbi, Dig Him? Tonight we look at a controversial police policy, wonder if Romney might be derailed by Rule 11, and examine lessons from the Rashbi. http://www.jjay.cuny.edu/web_images/PRIMER_electronic_version.pdf http://thebrooklynink.com/2012/04/24/44668-eric-adams-on-the-abuse-of-stop-and-frisk/ http://www.examiner.com/article/ron-paul-campaign-statement-concerning-reince-priebus-and-rnc-rule-11 http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=XvYZZ3XD36k#! 01:13:00StraightDopesnoJudaism,Freedom,Jesus,Romney,LawTonight we look at a controversial police policy, wonder if Romney might be derailed by Rule 11, and examine lessons from the Rashbi. http://www.jjay.cuny.eduhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/08/will-the-r3volution-be-televised-after-allPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/08/will-the-r3volution-be-televised-after-all/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/05/08/will-the-r3volution-be-televised-after-allTue, 08 May 2012 23:00:00 GMTWill The R3VOLution Be Televised After All? Tonight, we will address the curious phenomena of the Ron Paul delegate strategy.  Although the media seems intent on hammering home the idea of Romney as the presumptive nominee for the Republican party, the delegate count is swinging in Dr. Paul's favor: http://reason.com/blog/2012/04/24/how-ron-pauls-delegate-strategy-is-worki http://www.rightsidenews.com/2012050816182/us/politics-and-economics/ron-paul-could-still-win-enough-delegates-to-deny-mitt-romney-the-republican-nomination.html ...as well as some possible yet-to-be-seen obstacles that may derail the presumptive nominee's campaign in the general election: http://libertarianreview.us/2012/05/04/gop-threw-2012-election-to-obama-in-2009-multi-billion-dollar-ponzi-scheme-involving-romney-and-son/ And, as always, call in with whatever is on YOUR mind! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoRomney,Ron,Paul,Election,ObamaTonight, we will address the curious phenomena of the Ron Paul delegate strategy.  Although the media seems intent on hammering home the idea of Romney as thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/24/on-the-fukushima-crisisHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/24/on-the-fukushima-crisis/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/24/on-the-fukushima-crisisTue, 24 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMTOn The Fukushima Crisis While the mainstream news remaines focused on the more salacious details of the John Edwards trial and the Colombian hooker debacle, the Fukushima complex remains a smoldering, unapproachable timebomb.  Are we being told the whole truth regarding the persisting dangers of these "infernal machines?"  Is Japan really planning for mass-migration from the metropolitan Tokyo area?  What's going on with reactor #4?  Is there anything in the prophecies of Scripture that might hint at mass radioactive poisoning as the world lurches toward the closing of the Age?  As always, call in any time with whatever comes to mind! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoFukushima,Nuclear,Jesus,Bible,GodWhile the mainstream news remaines focused on the more salacious details of the John Edwards trial and the Colombian hooker debacle, the Fukushima complex remahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/17/trigger-happy-armchair-generals-starting-the-unfinishableWarhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/17/trigger-happy-armchair-generals-starting-the-unfinishable/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/17/trigger-happy-armchair-generals-starting-the-unfinishableTue, 17 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMTTrigger-Happy Armchair Generals Starting the Unfinishable? Title above and links below tell all...   http://articles.latimes.com/2012/apr/01/opinion/la-oe-kuperman-iran-nuclear-threat-20120401   http://www.utexas.edu/lbj/directory/faculty/alan-kuperman 01:00:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,Iran,War,IsraelTitle above and links below tell all...   http://articles.latimes.com/2012/apr/01/opinion/la-oe-kuperman-iran-nuclear-threat-20120401   http://www.utexas.ehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/10/they-sold-their-souls-for-rock-n-rollChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/10/they-sold-their-souls-for-rock-n-roll/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/10/they-sold-their-souls-for-rock-n-rollTue, 10 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMTThey Sold Their Souls For Rock-n-Roll?http://vigilantcitizen.com/vcboards/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=9805 Tonight, we will be talking about pop/rock music and its spiritual impact on culture and on the individual.  Were many famous music icons really the subjects of demonic possession?  Also, various sundry news articles, the (presumably) horrid state of race relations post-Trayvon Martin, and other unrelated blather.  As always, we welcome your calls on ANY topic, ANY time! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Trayvon,Music,Satan,Rockhttp://vigilantcitizen.com/vcboards/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=9805 Tonight, we will be talking about pop/rock music and its spiritual impact on culture and on the inhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/03/give-those-cheek-spreaders-a-raise-theyll-need-oneChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/03/give-those-cheek-spreaders-a-raise-theyll-need-one/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/04/03/give-those-cheek-spreaders-a-raise-theyll-need-oneTue, 03 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMTGive Those Cheek-Spreaders a Raise, They'll Need One I can't hear your bike's bell.  Drop your drawers... http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/03/us/justices-approve-strip-searches-for-any-offense.html?_r=2 01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderI can't hear your bike's bell.  Drop your drawers... http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/03/us/justices-approve-strip-searches-for-any-offense.html?_r=2http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/27/lindsey-williams-and-rapture-readys-gogChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/27/lindsey-williams-and-rapture-readys-gog/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/27/lindsey-williams-and-rapture-readys-gogTue, 27 Mar 2012 23:00:00 GMTLindsey Williams and Rapture Ready's Gog Lindsey Williams, nut, naughty, or knowledgable? Russian boots in Syria.  Gog?  Says Todd at Rapture Ready...   http://www.lindseywilliams.net/lindsey-williams-2012-the-beginning-of-the-end-full/   http://www.raptureready.com/rap16.html       01:02:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderLindsey Williams, nut, naughty, or knowledgable? Russian boots in Syria.  Gog?  Says Todd at Rapture Ready...   http://www.lindseywilliams.net/lindsey-willihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/20/the-rutgers-spying-debacle-jason-russell-detained-part-2Christianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/20/the-rutgers-spying-debacle-jason-russell-detained-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/20/the-rutgers-spying-debacle-jason-russell-detained-part-2Tue, 20 Mar 2012 23:00:00 GMTThe Rutger's Spying Debacle, Jason Russell "Detained" Part 2 Today Dave weighs in a Part 2 of yesterday's show (when he failed to roll out of bed in time...)   Dharun Ravi has been convicted in the Rutger's spying case.  Was justice served?  Jason Russell, creator of the "Kony 2012" film, detained by San Diego PD after acting rather... strangely.  Obama signs new Executive Order, and more!  Call in! 01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderToday Dave weighs in a Part 2 of yesterday's show (when he failed to roll out of bed in time...)   Dharun Ravi has been convicted in the Rutger's spying case.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/19/the-rutgers-spying-debacle-jason-russell-detainedChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/19/the-rutgers-spying-debacle-jason-russell-detained/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/19/the-rutgers-spying-debacle-jason-russell-detainedMon, 19 Mar 2012 23:00:00 GMTThe Rutger's Spying Debacle, Jason Russell "Detained" Dharun Ravi has been convicted in the Rutger's spying case.  Was justice served?  Jason Russell, creator of the "Kony 2012" film, detained by San Diego PD after acting rather... strangely.  Obama signs new Executive Order, and more!  Call in! 00:30:00StraightDopesnoFaith,Jesus,Kony,Rutgers,RussellDharun Ravi has been convicted in the Rutger's spying case.  Was justice served?  Jason Russell, creator of the "Kony 2012" film, detained by San Diego PD aftehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/12/the-lords-resistance-armyChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/12/the-lords-resistance-army/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/12/the-lords-resistance-armyMon, 12 Mar 2012 23:00:00 GMTThe LORD'S Resistance Army? Tonight we talk about "Kony 2012," the viral video which is making its rounds on the Internet.  Who even knew the Lord needed an army?  Also, other news events, Obama caught on a hot mic, endtimes countdown, and calls from listeners. 01:01:00StraightDopesnoKony,WW3,NWO,Jesus,FaithTonight we talk about "Kony 2012," the viral video which is making its rounds on the Internet.  Who even knew the Lord needed an army?  Also, other news eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/01/cool-ipad-app-or-one-step-closer-to-the-end-gameChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/01/cool-ipad-app-or-one-step-closer-to-the-end-game/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/03/01/cool-ipad-app-or-one-step-closer-to-the-end-gameThu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMTCool Ipad App or One Step Closer to the End-game? When your are using your Ipad and what you see is really an image of stuff happening on a giant computer miles away, is that just something cool, making your life faster and easier, or is that technology taking us ever closer to a 'Beast' or 'Dragon' who will track, know, and control all? Call in. Tell us what you think.   http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/23/technology/personaltech/onlive-desktop-plus-puts-windows-7-on-the-ipad-in-blazing-speed-state-of-the-art.html 01:00:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderWhen your are using your Ipad and what you see is really an image of stuff happening on a giant computer miles away, is that just something cool, making your lhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/02/22/wwiii-or-wwiii-liteChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/02/22/wwiii-or-wwiii-lite/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/02/22/wwiii-or-wwiii-liteWed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMTWWIII or WWIII Lite? Today we look at the possible repercussions of tinkering with Iran and Syria and http://religion.blogs.cnn.com/2012/02/18/tending-the-garden-one-person-at-a-time/ Peace.  Go Jesus! 01:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderToday we look at the possible repercussions of tinkering with Iran and Syria and http://religion.blogs.cnn.com/2012/02/18/tending-the-garden-one-person-at-a-tihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/02/08/take-down-someone-elses-or-put-up-your-ownChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/02/08/take-down-someone-elses-or-put-up-your-own/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/02/08/take-down-someone-elses-or-put-up-your-ownWed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMTTake Down Someone Else's Or Put Up Your Own? On this show we discuss the case of Jessica Ahlquist and the public prayer, any larger signifgance of the Giant's win, and creating a virtual town hall. 02:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderOn this show we discuss the case of Jessica Ahlquist and the public prayer, any larger signifgance of the Giant's win, and creating a virtual town hall.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/01/25/can-i-get-an-amenChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/01/25/can-i-get-an-amen/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/01/25/can-i-get-an-amenWed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMTCan I Get an Amen? Nah, we'd prefer a phone call.  Talk about anything. Go Jesus! 01:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderNah, we'd prefer a phone call.  Talk about anything. Go Jesus!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/01/19/blah-blah-we-cant-shut-our-trapsChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/01/19/blah-blah-we-cant-shut-our-traps/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/01/19/blah-blah-we-cant-shut-our-trapsThu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMTBlah Blah We Can't Shut Our Traps We hope you call so it's not just us talking.  Or we'll find someone to call.... Peace! 01:30:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderWe hope you call so it's not just us talking.  Or we'll find someone to call.... Peace!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/01/11/keeping-track-of-tractsChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/01/11/keeping-track-of-tracts/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2012/01/11/keeping-track-of-tractsWed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMTKeeping Track of Tracts Today we look at three Bible tracts and design our own. 01:30:00StraightDopesnoBible,Jesus,New,World,OrderToday we look at three Bible tracts and design our own.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/12/20/kim-jong-eun-stole-christmasChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/12/20/kim-jong-eun-stole-christmas/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/12/20/kim-jong-eun-stole-christmasTue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMTKim Jong Eun Stole Christmas? We hope not.  Let's pray he opens the borders and feeds some people.  We're trying to recreate the success of our past show http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/03/further-musings-and-audience-conrtributions that for some reason currently stands at 356 archived listens, up about 100 from last week.  Call in and make our show 1000 times more interesting.  Our show is a plant and your calls are water.  Peace. 01:02:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderWe hope not.  Let's pray he opens the borders and feeds some people.  We're trying to recreate the success of our past show http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straighttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/12/13/back-in-the-habitChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/12/13/back-in-the-habit/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/12/13/back-in-the-habitTue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMTBack in the Habit After a hiatus, we're back doing our thang, making random calls and working out our jaw muscles so that we don't get fatigued with those large gumballs in the machines at the front of the supermarket.  Praise Jesus, yo! 01:00:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,God,Love,FaithAfter a hiatus, we're back doing our thang, making random calls and working out our jaw muscles so that we don't get fatigued with those large gumballs in thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/11/15/any-colour-youd-likeChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/11/15/any-colour-youd-like/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/11/15/any-colour-youd-likeTue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMTANY COLOUR YOU'D LIKE Tonight we'll be talking about current events, the Bible, and prophecy, in addition to whatever strikes our fancy at the moment.  Also, we may go back to the format we tried a few episodes ago, and just call people at random.  You, of course, can pre-empt all this and simply call in with WHATEVER is on YOUR mind! 00:14:00StraightDopesnoChristian,New World Order,Bible,current events,esotericTonight we'll be talking about current events, the Bible, and prophecy, in addition to whatever strikes our fancy at the moment.  Also, we may go back to the fhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/31/more-calls-odd-news-and-king-of-kings-and-lord-of-lordsChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/31/more-calls-odd-news-and-king-of-kings-and-lord-of-lords/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/31/more-calls-odd-news-and-king-of-kings-and-lord-of-lordsMon, 31 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMTMore Calls, Odd News, and King of Kings and Lord of Lords Going forth for Jesus on All Hallows Eve. More random calls to the coasts and heartland--Dennis wants to examine some odd news--and Dave will read from a book by R. B. Thieme Jr. he just got from the library. 01:29:00StraightDopesnoJesus,News,Christianity,Faith,PrayerGoing forth for Jesus on All Hallows Eve. More random calls to the coasts and heartland--Dennis wants to examine some odd news--and Dave will read from a bookhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/17/reach-out-and-be-touched-by-someoneChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/17/reach-out-and-be-touched-by-someone/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/17/reach-out-and-be-touched-by-someoneMon, 17 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMTReach Out and Be Touched By Someone Trying something new: 25 calls to random folks around the US.  Will anyone want to be on our show?  Dennis says no.  Dave says yes.  Tune in for today's one-hour show to find out.  Peace and Jesus Bless You... 01:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Church,Love,HappinessTrying something new: 25 calls to random folks around the US.  Will anyone want to be on our show?  Dennis says no.  Dave says yes.  Tune in for today's one-hohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/03/further-musings-and-audience-conrtributionsChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/03/further-musings-and-audience-conrtributions/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/10/03/further-musings-and-audience-conrtributionsMon, 03 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMTFurther Musings (And Audience Conrtributions) Tonight we have no idea what we're talking about, But we'll heed BarbaraBranker's advice, and try to work the theme of family into the episode.  Moreover, we'll talk about current events, whatever may or may not be happening in each others personal lives (and maybe yours), why you slackers never seem to call in and voice your own opinions, and why blogtalkradio seems incapable of reproducing apostrophes in the show descriptions :) .  Call in, and talk about what you'd like - otherwise, we'll be talking about things WE want to talk about (this has proven to be quite boring and unpopular). Call in before we get really angry.  You wouldn't like us when we're angry. Also, we debate whether Dave thought I would forget to schedule this episode. 02:01:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Christ,New,World,OrderTonight we have no idea what we're talking about, But we'll heed BarbaraBranker's advice, and try to work the theme of family into the episode.  Moreover, we'http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/26/talking-miraclesChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/26/talking-miracles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/26/talking-miraclesMon, 26 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMTTalking Miracles Last week, a caller praised God for a miracle in his life.  We want to hear from you!  Please call in with your praise reports and prayer requests.  You'll only hear us blab to each other with popcorn ideas on currents events, Scripture, and arm-chair theology if you don't call in.  So please don't let us on drone on like pair of old push-mowers--add your edifying and melodious voice to the mix.  Peace! 02:00:00StraightDopesnoMiracles,Jesus,Christianity,Bible,New World OrderLast week, a caller praised God for a miracle in his life.  We want to hear from you!  Please call in with your praise reports and prayer requests.  You'll onlhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/19/inaugural-show-for-glorious-new-format-comradeChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/19/inaugural-show-for-glorious-new-format-comrade/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/19/inaugural-show-for-glorious-new-format-comradeMon, 19 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMTINAUGURAL SHOW FOR GLORIOUS NEW FORMAT, COMRADE! Today we go pro, and move over to our new, longer format.  We let it all hang out for Jesus.  Well, nearly all of it....  Some topics we may (or may not) discuss are:  Sin - when does it start?  What's going on in the world today? Is our way really the right way (i. e. are other religions wrong?)  Is it fair that those who have never heard about God's Salvation go to Hell? Do the "televangelists" help or hurt the world's view on Christianity?  Oh, and...do all dogs go to Heaven?  If you want to talk about anything at all, and we mean anything, call in and we'll address it... Everything relates to Jesus because he is LORD of all. See Acts 10:36.  Peace. 02:01:00StraightDopesnoNew,World,Order,Jesus,BibleToday we go pro, and move over to our new, longer format.  We let it all hang out for Jesus.  Well, nearly all of it....  Some topics we may (or may not) discuhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/08/miscellaniaChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/08/miscellania/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/08/miscellaniaThu, 08 Sep 2011 22:30:00 GMTMISCELLANIA Not quite sure what we'll be talking about this evening (or if both of us will be present), but tune in and find out! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,NWO,Calvinism,Arminianism,MicellaniaNot quite sure what we'll be talking about this evening (or if both of us will be present), but tune in and find out!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/01/the-roll-the-dice-god-and-his-amazing-choice-creaturesReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/01/the-roll-the-dice-god-and-his-amazing-choice-creatures/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/09/01/the-roll-the-dice-god-and-his-amazing-choice-creaturesThu, 01 Sep 2011 22:30:00 GMTThe Roll The Dice God and His Amazing Choice Creatures In summary, Calvinism centers on the supreme sovereignty of God, predestination, the total depravity of man, unconditional election, limited atonement, irresistible grace, and the perseverance of the saints. Arminianism emphasizes conditional election based on God's foreknowledge, man's free will through prevenient grace to cooperate with God in salvation, Christ’s universal atonement, resistible grace, and salvation that can potentially be lost. http://christianity.about.com/od/denominations/a/calvinarminian.htm 00:31:00StraightDopesnolimited atonement,predestination,total depravity of man,unconditional election,perseverance of the saintsIn summary, Calvinism centers on the supreme sovereignty of God, predestination, the total depravity of man, unconditional election, limited atonement, irresishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/08/25/jehovahs-witnessesReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/08/25/jehovahs-witnesses/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/08/25/jehovahs-witnessesThu, 25 Aug 2011 22:30:00 GMTJehovah's Witnesses? Witnesses maintain that Jesus's heavenly rule, after he paid the ransom sacrifice of his death on earth, began in 1914. Russell had seen World War I as the final apocalyptic struggle that would usher in the return of Christ. When that did not happen, Rutherford reorganized the movement and announced in 1918 that Christ then "came to the temple of Jehovah." With Jesus now enthroned in the temple of Jehovah, the rule of Satan was nearly over, so Rutherford began to send out his followers to preach the good news in the final days. http://jehovahs-witnesses-beliefs.info/ New International Version(©1984) "So if anyone tells you, 'There he is, out in the desert,' do not go out; or, 'Here he is, in the inner rooms,' do not believe it. http://bible.cc/matthew/24-26.htm 00:30:00StraightDopesnoCharles Taze Russell,Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society,Jehovah s Witnesses,Great Tribulation,Kingdom HallsWitnesses maintain that Jesus's heavenly rule, after he paid the ransom sacrifice of his death on earth, began in 1914. Russell had seen World War I as the finhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/08/18/the-angel-moroni-said-whatReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/08/18/the-angel-moroni-said-what/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/08/18/the-angel-moroni-said-whatThu, 18 Aug 2011 22:30:00 GMTThe Angel Moroni Said What? Taking on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints... Colossians 2:18 Do not let anyone who delights in false humility and the worship of angels disqualify you. Such a person also goes into great detail about what they have seen; they are puffed up with idle notions by their unspiritual mind. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJoseph Smith,Latter Day Saints,Mormon,Mormonism,LDSTaking on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints... Colossians 2:18 Do not let anyone who delights in false humility and the worship of angels disquahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/08/04/prayerChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/08/04/prayer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/08/04/prayerThu, 04 Aug 2011 22:30:00 GMTPrayer     Prayer: the last refuge of a scoundrel. -Lisa Simpson * [Patriotism is "...." ] -Samuel Johnson * http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071102174318AAZJYte 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV1984) 16 Be joyful always; 17 pray continually; 18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. **** Colossians 4:2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. **** Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. **** James 5:17 Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. 2 Corinthians 13:9 We are glad whenever we are weak but you are strong; and our prayer is for your perfection. Luke 20:47 They devour widows’ houses and for a show make lengthy prayers. Such men will be punished most severely.” Matthew 6:9 “This, then, is how you should pray:  “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 your kingdom come,  your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us today our daily bread. 12 Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. 13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’ Mark 14:36 “Abba, Father,” he said, “everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will.” 00:31:00StraightDopesnoPrayer,Jesus,Pray,Christian,GodPrayer: the last refuge of a scoundrel. -Lisa Simpson * [Patriotism is "...." ] -Samuel Johnson * http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071102174http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/07/28/romans-126-28--homosexualityChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/07/28/romans-126-28--homosexuality/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/07/28/romans-126-28--homosexualityThu, 28 Jul 2011 22:30:00 GMTRomans 1:26-28 -- Homosexuality Nature, Nurture / Sin, Genetics ? 00:28:00StraightDopesnoHomosexual,God,Jesus,Gay,QueerNature, Nurture / Sin, Genetics ?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/07/14/the-mark-of-the-beastReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/07/14/the-mark-of-the-beast/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/07/14/the-mark-of-the-beastThu, 14 Jul 2011 22:30:00 GMTthe MARK of the BEAST Breaking down Revelation 13:17–18... 00:31:00StraightDopesnoAntichrist,Revelation,Mark,Beast,666Breaking down Revelation 13:17–18...http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/30/conference-calling-for-christChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/30/conference-calling-for-christ/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/30/conference-calling-for-christThu, 30 Jun 2011 22:30:00 GMTConference-Calling for Christ Don't call us.  We'll call you. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Christian,Atheism,GodDon't call us.  We'll call you.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/23/to-be-announcedChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/23/to-be-announced/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/23/to-be-announcedThu, 23 Jun 2011 22:30:00 GMTTo Be Announced What's this epsiode about?  Find out tonight! 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Faith,Christianity,QuestionsWhat's this epsiode about?  Find out tonight!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/16/the-ineffable-name-vs-the-holy-namersChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/16/the-ineffable-name-vs-the-holy-namers/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/16/the-ineffable-name-vs-the-holy-namersThu, 16 Jun 2011 22:30:00 GMTThe Ineffable Name vs. the “Holy Namers”00:31:00StraightDopesnoChristianity,Bible,Jesus,God,TheologyThe Ineffable Name vs. the “Holy Namers”http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/11/yoga-harmless-stretching-or-demonic-spiritualismReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/11/yoga-harmless-stretching-or-demonic-spiritualism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/11/yoga-harmless-stretching-or-demonic-spiritualismSat, 11 Jun 2011 22:30:00 GMTYoga: Harmless Stretching or Demonic Spiritualism? In this show, we examine a question answered by Mark Driscoll, "Should Christians stay away from Yoga, because of its demonic roots?" 00:31:00StraightDopesnoYoga,Christ,God,Driscoll,HealthIn this show, we examine a question answered by Mark Driscoll, "Should Christians stay away from Yoga, because of its demonic roots?"http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/03/why-do-good-things-happen-to-bad-peopleReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/03/why-do-good-things-happen-to-bad-people/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/06/03/why-do-good-things-happen-to-bad-peopleFri, 03 Jun 2011 22:30:00 GMTWhy Do Good Things Happen to Bad People? In this week's show we focus on evil.  What is evil?  Why does evil exist?  Who is evil?  Will there always be evil?  We'll be looking at Romans 3:10-12, James 2:10, Colossians 1:21-23, and Hebrews 7:18-19. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoHeaven,Hell,God,Love,SoulIn this week's show we focus on evil.  What is evil?  Why does evil exist?  Who is evil?  Will there always be evil?  We'll be looking at Romans 3:10-12, Jameshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/05/29/can-i-get-a-witnessReligionhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/05/29/can-i-get-a-witness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/05/29/can-i-get-a-witnessSun, 29 May 2011 22:30:00 GMTCan We Get A Witness? ...or at least detractors?  CALL IN!  Make it YOUR show or we'll make it OURS... 00:27:00StraightDopesnoGod,New World Order,Prophecy,Alternative,Conspiracy...or at least detractors?  CALL IN!  Make it YOUR show or we'll make it OURS...http://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/05/26/breaking-down-salvationChristianityhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/05/26/breaking-down-salvation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/straightdopes/2011/05/26/breaking-down-salvationThu, 26 May 2011 22:30:00 GMTBreaking Down Salvation We break down how to join the Family of Christ, walk with Jesus, store up treasures in heaven, and enjoy the fruits of the Spirit. 00:31:00StraightDopesnoJesus,Bible,Heaven,NWO,GodWe break down how to join the Family of Christ, walk with Jesus, store up treasures in heaven, and enjoy the fruits of the Spirit.