1850 Main Street™

1850 Main Street™

1850 Main Street™ is a place. A place in time and history and a place for today. Come in, sit down, and grab a cup of coffee as we discuss the issues of the day.

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January 21, 2025 17 mins

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What would someone who isn't from America who watched Donald Trump's second inauguration think of the American political process? Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss political divisions, executive orders, and the surprises from President Biden's last day in office.

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Did Joe Biden's farewell address come across the way it was intended to? Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss the mixed messages, conflicting themes, and awkward moments in a speech signaling the end of an administration that eroded the public's trust in the United States government.

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January 10, 2025 30 mins

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What happened when a Bible scholar was interviewed on the Joe Rogan Experience? Pull up a chair and listen in as Rob Walgate and Alan C. Duncan discuss the top moments from Joe Rogan's interview with Wesley Huff - Christian apologist, public speaker, and current Central Canada Director for Apologetics Canada.

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January 9, 2025 24 mins

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Has Mark Zuckerburg gone full MAGA? Or do recent policy changes at Meta regarding fact-checking simply reflect the common sentiment of consumers? Pull up a chair and listen in as Rob Walgate and Alan C. Duncan discuss these changes at Meta and their implications as they regard to free speech and government influence and censorship.

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December 30, 2024 25 mins

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Are you smarter than the average 4th grader was in 1958? Do you know as much as they did about the importance of the founding principles and crafting language? Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan look at two old textbooks - The Christian Citizen and English Is Our Language - and discuss the changes in education, language, and societal value...

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December 26, 2024 14 mins

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Have you listened to The Public Square's latest broadcast, "Christmas in America 1973?" Have you shared it with a friend or family member? Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss the impact of Christmas in America, the historical context of 1973, and the timeless message of hope that Christmas brings.

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December 23, 2024 16 mins

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What’s been going on behind closed doors with Congress and the federal budget? Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss the impact of the budget on the incoming Trump administration and the people with the courage to say "Excuse me, I don't get it."

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December 20, 2024 18 mins

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What inspires a life of public service? Pull up a chair and listen in as Rob Walgate and Alan C. Duncan sit down with Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose and discuss the things that haved shaped the way he conducts himself as Ohio's Secretary of State, including his mentors, media, and military experience.

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December 18, 2024 22 mins

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What exactly goes into running a statewide election to ensure that you can easily show up and cast your ballot on election day? Pull up a chair and listen in as Rob Walgate and Alan C. Duncan sit down with Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose and discuss why Ohio is looked at as a template for how to conduct elections across the country.

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December 16, 2024 14 mins

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Is it really necessary to involve lawmakers in sportsmanship disputes on the football field? Pull up a chair and listen in as Rob Walgate and Alan C. Duncan discuss the aftermath of Michigan's victory at Ohio State involving flag planting at midfield, ensuing brawls, and the controversial legislation proposed by Ohio Representative Josh Williams to criminalize such acts.

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December 13, 2024 24 mins

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Scientists believe they've figured out the exact date of Jesus' crucifixion - are they telling us anything we don't already know? Pull up a chair and listen in as Rob Walgate, Alan C. Duncan, and Dr. Jeff Sanders discuss the intersection of science and faith, the recent restoration of the Notre Dame cathedral, and the importance of legacy and historical preservation for future gener...

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What does the music of 1973 have to do with our search for the manger at Christmas? Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss how music, faith, and cultural reflections converge to offer hope and reconciliation, especially at Christmastime.

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What are we bringing to the table with this year's production of "Christmas in America" on The Public Square®? Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss our annual Christmas program and why we do it, with a behind-the-scenes look recorded backstage at Liberty Hall in Franklin, Tennessee.

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December 2, 2024 19 mins

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Would Elon Musk’s potential purchase of a cable news network mark a new era for the truth in American media? Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss the divergence between media narratives and public sentiment, Musk's mission to expose government waste, and the public's growing intolerance for deceit from the country's leadership.

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November 25, 2024 20 mins

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The conversation on expectations continues today as we dive into what we can expect from the upcoming 48 months of the Trump presidency. Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss the complexities of creating the federal budget, the impact of the filibuster on legislative progress, and the challenge of achieving significant reform in a com...

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November 21, 2024 19 mins

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Is it realistic to expect Donald Trump to deliver on all his promises in just 48 months? Pull up a chair and listen in asDave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss the policy challenges faced by past administrations, the potential accomplishments and limitations of a Trump presidency, and the role of executive versus legislative powers.

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November 18, 2024 35 mins

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Has America decided to let a passenger fly the plane rather than leaving it to the pilot? Is that a viable strategy if the plane is speeding toward the side of a mountain? Pull up a chair and listen in as Rob Walgate and Alan C. Duncan discuss the implications of several of Donald Trump's controversial cabinet picks, including Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, Susie Wiles, Marco Rubio, Ma...

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November 15, 2024 21 mins

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So what exactly is the secret to becoming an "influencer" in civil government? Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss the "grid of involvement" in terms of who is actually paying attention when it comes to what's happening in government and how the people running the country get to where they are.

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November 13, 2024 22 mins

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People have been asking what to do now that the election is over, and our answer is "Get to work!" Pull up a chair and listen in as Dave Zanotti, Rob Walgate, and Alan C. Duncan discuss the pitfalls of sitting back and relaxing after decisively winning an election and how to bridge the "us and them" gap when it comes to communicating with your elected officials.

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November 11, 2024 22 mins

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How big of an impact did 18-year-old Barron Trump have on his father's re-election campaign? Pull up a chair and listen in as Rob Walgate and Alan C. Duncan discuss how connecting to the youth vote via podcasts and social media was became a deciding factor in the 2024 presidential election.

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