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Conversations That Matter

Jon Harris
Christianity
Southern Baptist Convention
Israel
Social Justice
Charlie Kirk
Christian Nationalism
Gen Z
Dating
Donald Trump
John Macarthur
Marriage
Evangelicalism
Iran
United States
Nigeria
Voddie Baucham
American Dream
Slavery
Politics
Church Discipline

Christian, Traditional, Masculine

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Where is evangelicalism headed? In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris examines several controversies within evangelical Christianity and the conservative movement, asking what they reveal about the future of the church and the Chri... more

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What happens when a Christian university begins to abandon the convictions it was founded to uphold?

In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon Harris speaks with Point Loma Nazarene University alumni Lidiya Harvey and Isabella Simmons about ... more

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If you are a young American man, this message is for you.

You are not going to inherit the same world your father inherited. The economic conditions are different, cultural institutions are increasingly hostile to men, and many young men feel discou... more

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We’re back live for more post-midterm analysis on Conversations That Matter. Jon Harris pushes back on the popular theory that Republicans would have won if they had catered to young white men and the podcast class. He walks through the exit poll and... more

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Recent Guests

Lidiya Harvey
Point Loma Nazarene University alumna with experience in public policy and marketing
Episode: What Happened to Point Loma Nazarene University?
Isabella Simmons
Point Loma Nazarene University alumna who works with a pregnancy research center
Justice For All
Episode: What Happened to Point Loma Nazarene University?
Katy Faust
Founder of Them Before Us and author of books on children, family and pro-child politics.
Them Before Us
Episode: Can Christians Win the Culture War by Defending Children? | Katy Faust
Brad Stafford
Father of eight and founder of Anyone Can Homeschool
Anyone Can Homeschool
Episode: Why More Christian Families Are Choosing Homeschooling | Brad Stafford
Avital Levi
Director of educational programs at the Herzl Institute in Jerusalem
Herzl Institute
Episode: NatCon Sparks Debate: Avital Levi on Nationalism, Liberalism, and Israel
Nate Fischer
Co-founder of New Founding and founding backer of American Reformer
New Founding
Episode: How Christians Can Build Businesses That Shape America | Nate Fischer
Jamie Bambrick
Pastor in Northern Ireland and YouTuber
Hope.Church
Episode: Why Is Northern Ireland Still Christian? Lessons From Ireland for America
Thomas Wayne Riley
Guest expert on the Mexican-American War and American Southwest history
American Southwest Podcast (guest host on Conversations That Matter)
Episode: The Forgotten War That Created the American Southwest
Jacob Dell
Episcopal priest and former rector, Anglican tradition advocate
Episcopal Church (former); United Church of Christ (current affiliation as of episode)
Episode: How the Episcopal Church Lost Its Way - Rev. Jacob Dell

Host

Jon Harris
Christian commentator and author focused on theology, American history, culture and politics

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Used to enjoy this show

    The Charlie Kirk case is a massive blind spot for this show. On this topic the host is completely illogical and argues emotionally

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    98jgvr
    United States3 months ago
  • So disappointing

    Jon is so disappointing to me. I listened to him for a long time because even though I strongly disagree with him on almost everything, I thought he was principled and genuinely loved Jesus. (I voted for Kamala Harris, so despite my regular attendance to a PCA church and repentance and belief in Jesus he almost certainly thinks i’m going to hell.) He will say he “can’t stand” solid brothers like David French and Russell Moore and then talk about how speech needs to be edifying. Jon is a grifter.... more

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    1
    WeGotDodsonOverHere
    United States4 months ago
  • Extremely immature

    I happened upon this podcast while researching different religions. At first, I thought it was a joke. But it’s not. It’s dangerous and primitive evangelical psychobabble dressed up in khakis. If I could give this a negative star rating I would.

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    nilish kane
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Conversations!

    Love this podcast!!!

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    KMDMueller
    United States5 months ago
  • Babbler

    If you like guys who say nothing and babble constantly, with no outline or structure, then you will like this podcast very much. Jon is perfect at manly questions. He reminds me of Hannity, who likes to hear himself talk so much, his guests can barely say anything about value. Think about what you want to ask. Ask it, then shut up and listen, then go to the next question. Can it be that hard?

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    chubby baker
    United States6 months ago

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Some reviewers say lengthy discussions can feel loosely structured and that the host sometimes dominates guest conversations.
Listeners who praise the content often describe it as thoughtful, researched and useful for understanding church debates.
Critics object to Harris's political and theological judgments, describing them as biased, emotionally argued or divisive.
Supporters value Harris's biblical framing, cultural analysis and willingness to address contentious issues.
Listeners appreciate the range of knowledgeable guests, though strongly differing views on the host's approach are evident.

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What the 2026 Midterms Reveal About the Future of American Conservatism
Q: Is that what is happening in California and New York a swing back?
Harris describes California as a state where Democratic supermajorities have limited dissent, while New York has seen conservatives leave for other states. He says national politics can still swing, but warns that prolonged one-party control could make political change harder.
What the 2026 Midterms Reveal About the Future of American Conservatism
Q: There's no difference between Trump and Vance and what they're doing in socialism. How many stakes has the government taken?
Harris distinguishes existing social programs from full socialism, arguing that government programs are less accountable and more vulnerable to waste than support organized through families and local communities.
What Happened to Point Loma Nazarene University?
Q: What makes you want to even pursue this?
Simmons says student and parent testimonies made the issue personal, particularly accounts of students losing faith after trusting their professors, and that she wanted to investigate carefully and make the information public.
What Happened to Point Loma Nazarene University?
Q: What's going on at Point Loma?
Harvey describes concerns she heard from alumni, students, and parents, including reports of progressive teaching and programming, and says the controversy over students honoring Charlie Kirk prompted her to speak publicly.
Why More Christian Families Are Choosing Homeschooling | Brad Stafford
Q: What kind of involvement do you think is appropriate for a church?
Stafford says churches should support parents who want to homeschool, including providing practical help and places for homeschool groups to meet. He says pastors need not teach, but should speak clearly about education and support families' choices.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Conversations That Matter

What is Conversations That Matter about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Christian theology and conservative cultural commentary meet American history, church affairs and politics in discussions led by Jon Harris. The format alternates between solo analysis and interviews with pastors, scholars, advocates and business leaders. Conversations often connect current debates to biblical teaching, church history and questions of family, national identity, education and public life. Harris also examines denominational disputes and media narratives from an evangelical perspective, while historical topics such as the Western and the Mexican-American War broaden the scope beyond immediate news. The mix suits listeners interested in traditional Christian thought and its application to civic and cultural questions, especial... more

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4. Brad Stafford
5. Avital Levi
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7. Jamie Bambrick
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