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The Narrative breaks away from the script to reveal the driving forces behind the most important and divisive issues facing our culture today.

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Delano Squires discusses his book 'The Vanishing Black Family' and explores the historical, cultural, and political factors contributing to the decline of the traditional black family structure. He emphasizes the importance of family revival and offe... more

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Americans have stopped looking to the Bible for answers. We assume we already know the story. Dr. Adam Rasmussen joins The Narrative to reveal the data on biblical worldview and remind us that real understanding only starts when we trust and engage w... more

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In this week's episode of The Narrative, David and Mike sit down with the Henry family to discuss a terrifying loophole in Ohio state law governing public locker rooms that exposed their daughter to predatory behavior. Their shocking testimony makes ... more

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In this week's episode of The Narrative, David and Mike discuss:

* The Save Ohio Sports Act, the bill that will target predatory mobile wagering by restricting sports betting exclusively to Ohio's four physical casinos.

* The landmark 6-3 Supreme... more

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Recent Guests

Delano Squires
Director of the Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Human Flourishing; author
Family policy and social norms advocacy
Episode: The Vanishing Black Family
Adam Rasmussen
Fellow at the Cultural Research Center; Dean of the College of Arts & Humanities at Arizona Christian University
Arizona Christian University / Cultural Research Center
Episode: Without the Bible, America Has No Pulse
Esther Henry
Parent advocating for family and safety in youth spaces
Henry family
Episode: Another Girls' Locker Room Nightmare
Isabel Henry
Youth speaker describing experiences in the locker room
Henry family
Episode: Another Girls' Locker Room Nightmare
John Henry
Parent providing family perspective
Henry family
Episode: Another Girls' Locker Room Nightmare
Devan Patel
Founder and President of Crux Advisory Group
Crux Advisory Group
Episode: The Battle for Human Dignity in the Age of AI with Devan Patel
Brad Littlejohn
Director of Programs and Education, American Compass
American Compass
Episode: Putting Families First to Shape Strong Policy with Brad Littlejohn
Mike Dovilla
Representative, Ohio House of Representatives, 17th District
Ohio General Assembly
Episode: Fighting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in the Medicaid System with Representative Mike Dovilla
Bob Woodson
First guest on The Narrative, notable civil rights figure
The Narrative / CCV
Episode: 5 Years of Restoring the Narrative

Hosts

Mike Andrews
Host of The Narrative; appears across episodes with varied affiliations including CCV and The Narrative.
Aaron Baer
Co-host; frequently discusses policy, religion, and societal issues from a Christian conservative perspective.
David Mahan
Host/Co-host with a focus on policy analysis and cultural commentary; often engages in debates on public policy and faith.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • A mandatory podcast for every God loving Ohioan.

    The Narrative is always fun, and informative! They consistently stay focused and up to date on some of the most important issues of our day. Thanks CCV team!

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    5
    WillWayne345
    United States2 months ago
  • William

    This podcast is McDonald’s

    I’m loving it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    He1sk1ng
    United States6 months ago
  • Excellent

    Excellent podcast with informative interviews and commentary for biblical Christians!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    app fanatastic
    United States10 months ago
  • Love the banter

    Excellent Christian worldview podcast. Love the banter, it helps to break up some of the heavy material. I do feel bad for David. He sure seems to come under the majority of the banter-fire. But I can tell he has broad shoulders. Thank you for all that you all do! Truly! And I really love your producer because I go to church with him and his fantastic family! God bless!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bauer clan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Timely and Relevant

    I look forward to every episode of the Narrative and forward to my friends. The national news and social media is presenting extreme views and not helping us journey together. This podcast gives us a Kingdom perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Friended jesus
    United Statesa year ago

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Audience appreciates practical policy takeaways tied to Christian worldview.
The show is valued for clear stance and challenging mainstream narratives from a faith-based perspective.
Guests and hosts are seen as well-informed and credible on policy issues.
Some criticisms note heated debates but acknowledge strong hosting and accountability.
Listeners praise thoughtful, faith-aligned civic discussion.

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Talking Points

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The Vanishing Black Family
Q: Are there any practical steps in communities, churches, or neighborhoods that could start to bring about change in Black families?
He suggests starting with intentional family relationships grounded in shared values, promoting marriage-oriented ministries in churches, launching local coalitions of pastors, and pursuing institutional initiatives such as a marriage and family consortium at HBCUs plus city- and state-level resource allocation toward pro-marriage messaging.
The Vanishing Black Family
Q: So now that the book is published and out there, what kind of reception have you seen and how is it hoped to advance the conversation?
Delano describes a generally receptive reception among Christian and policy-oriented outlets, expresses hope that the book catalyzes a national dialogue on family revival, and likens its potential impact to Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow in guiding discussions on criminal justice reform.
Fighting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in the Medicaid System with Representative Mike Dovilla
Q: What were the budgetary scales involved in Medicaid in Ohio, and how big is the fraud problem in numbers?
He notes Medicaid spending approaching a large share of the state budget, with estimates of potential fraud ranging into the billions nationwide and a specific figure for Ohio's ABD fraud and home health systems, illustrating the scale and need for reform.
Fighting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse in the Medicaid System with Representative Mike Dovilla
Q: Could you give us a high-level overview of the Medicaid fraud issue and how you got involved with it?
Dovilla explains his long-standing oversight focus, the ABD fraud concerns, and how legislation and audits were developed to increase transparency and accountability, including a major reform bill (Senate Bill 315) and provisions empowering oversight offices to detect and deter fraud.
Blood, Progress, and Political Blind Spots with Noah Rothman
Q: But why this book, why this topic, and why now?
Rothman explains that mainstream narratives about left-wing violence are often downplayed or misclassified, and the book aims to reveal a long history of violence that transcends eras, arguing that understanding this pattern is essential to addressing current threats and fostering informed public discourse.

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What is The Narrative about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A bold, faith-forward take on current policy and culture, with frequent focus on family policy, governance, and the role of religion in public life. Episodes commonly explore pro-family economics, state policy (especially in Ohio), and critiques of big tech, DEI initiatives, and media narratives, always through a Christian worldview. Noteworthy aspects include candid interviews with lawmakers, policy experts, and think-tank voices, plus long-running debates about how faith informs public policy and civic engagement. The show tends to blend practical政策 ideas (tax credits, oversight reforms, school choice) with broader cultural commentary, making it particularly appealing to listeners who want policy discussion anchored in religious values an... more

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2. Adam Rasmussen
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4. Isabel Henry
5. John Henry
6. Devan Patel
7. Brad Littlejohn
8. Mike Dovilla

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