Outstanding

Outstanding

Critical conversations on the news of the day and the issues that shape us. Outstanding is a podcast of The Washington Stand, Family Research Council's outlet for news and commentary from a biblical worldview. We examine outstanding news and issues from TWS with an aim to take every thought captive for the obedience of Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5). Join us as we examine the headlines through the lens of Scripture, and explore how Christians should respond.

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September 9, 2026 36 mins

On this week’s podcast, Host Casey Harper and author ArlenePellicane discuss screens, technology and its impact on kids.

They discussed questions like:

  • How do Christians think about technology and raisingchildren?
  • What is the impact of technology on personal and spiritualformation?
  • If kids are being raised differently, will they be made funof? 
  • How can we teach our kids to hold onto our Christian valuesunder pressure?...
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On this week’s podcast, Host Casey Harper talks with General John Teichert, retired Brigadier General, national security expert, and an Amazon #1 best-selling author about the Iran war, what needs to be made in America for national security reasons, and U.S. infrastructure. They discuss questions like:

  • What do Americans need to know about the Iran war?
  • Will the “Economic D-Day” against Iran work?
  • Do we make enoug...
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August 26, 2026 33 mins

Returning to the podcast we have Grace Drexel, whose father Pastor Ezra Jin of Zion Church in China was recently released from prison after President Donald Trump personally made the request to China’s communist leader, Xi Xinping. We also have the son of Gao Quanfu and Pang Yu, who are still imprisoned for their Christian faith in China. We get the latest on their case, discuss the plight of the church in China and answer th...

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It’s back to school season, and the war for our kids is underway. Joining Host Casey Harper is Victoria Cobb, President of The Family Foundation of Virginia, the largest and oldest pro-family advocacy organization in Virginia.

Together they discuss…

  • What is the state of the battle for parental rights in education?
  • What battles has President Trump won, and where are we still seeing resistance?
  • On the gender issue specif...
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August 12, 2026 40 mins

On this week's podcast, Jared Bridges, Editor in Chief of the Washington Stand and Bob Maginnis, a retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, AI expert and author join Casey Harper to discuss artificial intelligence. OpenAI's model broke out of the lab and hacked another model! How important is this latest Open AI "escape" and hacking? Is AI a good thing or a bad thing? Some are saying A.I. feels like the end of days, like Biblical prop...

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August 5, 2026 41 mins

On this week's podcast, we discuss annihilationism, the view that hell is not eternal for those who reject God. Is hell real? Who is going there? Will they be there forever? What does the Bible teach? For this discussion, host Casey Harper is joined by Jared Bridges, Editor-in-Chief of The Washington Stand, and Dr. Stephen Wellum, Editor of The Southern Baptist Journal of Theology and Professor of Christian Theology at the Southern...

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July 29, 2026 34 mins

<p>On this week's podcast, host Casey Harper discusses the rise of socialism in the U.S. NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani made headlines as the latest Democratic socialist to take public office, but now several others are cropping up. Is this a flash in the pan or a future reality in American politics? How will it affect America and in particular the Church? Casey was joined by Mark Tapscott, Veteran investigative reporter and editor...

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Host Casey Harper is joined by Biblical Counselor Chris Yeager to talk about psychedelics. What was once considered a drug for hippies that fried your brain has become increasingly popular, but is it safe? Why is the Trump administration considering it for veterans? And can it open spiritual doors to darkness that we aren't ready for? Listen for more.

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July 15, 2026 25 mins

Host Casey Harper is joined by The Washington Stand's Yoe Suarez to talk about the future of Cuba amid the economic and political crisis as well as the role of the church. They discuss questions like: Why is Cuba's energy grid collapsing, and why is it important? Why should American Christians care about Cuba right now? What is the role of the church in Cuba in this crisis?

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Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council's Arielle Del Turco and Brad Brandon, founder and CEO of Across Nigeria, to discuss the worsening persecution of Christians in Nigeria. They examine why many are calling the violence a genocide, the Nigerian government's response, inspiring stories of Muslims coming to faith in Christ, and what the Trump administration can do to help protect religious freedom.

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From sea to shining sea, America has long been called an exceptional nation, but why? Family Research Council president, Tony Perkins joins host Casey Harper to look back on the last 250 years of American history and discuss the unique cultural moment we're living in today. Built on the ideals of freedom and liberty, America has always stood apart. But as we compare the nation's founding with where we are today, it's clear we've dr...

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Host Casey Harper is joined by Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation Stefan Padfield and The Washington Stand’s Suzanne Bowdey to reflect on this year’s Pride Month. Are corporations backing down or doubling down? The three discuss how companies approached Pride in 2026, the evolving corporate response to transgender issues, and whether consumer boycotts can truly make a difference. While avoiding every "woke" ...

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June 17, 2026 59 mins

Fatherhood is one of the greatest callings with some of the greatest responsibilities. Host Casey Harper is joined by Family Research Council’s Harold Harper and Jared Bridges to share how becoming fathers transformed their lives. They discuss raising children in the truth of the Gospel, nurturing their God-given gifts, and helping them discern God’s will in everyday decisions. They also discuss the impact of having spi...

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While pregnant with their third child, Catherine Herring never imagined that her husband of 11 years would secretly give her abortion-inducing drugs without her knowledge. In this episode, host Casey Harper sits down with Catherine to discuss the shocking discovery, the legal fallout, and the impact it had on her family. Dr. Christina Francis, a pro-life OB-GYN, also joins the conversation to explain the medical and ethical issues ...

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REVOLUTION: America's 250th and the fate of the nation. What is America's real history? Why does it matter today? Have we been lied to? Best-selling author Eric Metaxas sits down with Casey Harper to discuss his new book on the American Revolution and how it informs our politics today.

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The Chinese Communist Party is no friend of Christians. While persecution has been happening for decades, in 2018 the CCP drastically accelerated their nationwide campaign to silence Christian leaders by rounding up and arresting many pastors. Among them was Zion Church founder and pastor, Ezra Jin. His daughter, Grace Jin Drexel, and Family Research Council's Travis Weber join host Casey Harper to share her father’s story an...

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May 20, 2026 32 mins

In a recent Congressional hearing, a current CIA employee exposed just how extensive the government’s COVID-19 cover-up was. The Washington Stand’s Mark Tapscott joins host Casey Harper to break down the hearing and examine the growing questions surrounding the CIA’s role. If COVID-19 was truly a natural accident, why were intelligence documents reportedly changed? Is the CIA monitoring its own employees? And how ...

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Host Casey Harper is joined by professor and author, Carl Trueman, and The Washington Stand’s Jared Bridges to talk about how modern culture has changed the way people see human life and what it means to be made in the image of God. Using ideas from his new book, Trueman explains the definition of desecration and how society has become more disconnected, or “disenchanted,” which in turn has morphed our understandi...

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Host Casey Harper  is joined by Luke Niforatos from Smart Approaches to Marijuana to unpack the growing normalization of marijuana in America. They explore how harmful marijuana actually is, why the Trump Administration has been more open to it, and what’s actually happened in states that have legalized it. Luke pushes back on claims about medical marijuana, talks about its effects on memory and young...

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Host Casey Harper is joined by Daily Signal's Tyler O'Neil and Family Research Council's Chris Gacek to examine the recent controversy surrounding the Southern Poverty Law Center. Recently indicted by the DOJ for a myriad of financial wrongs, the three break down the evidence cited in these allegations and discuss the potential legal and financial implications for the SPLC. They also highlight actual circumstances and facts that sh...

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