Today Max interviews Chris and their friend Nik Storm about a new book club they’re starting that will meet at the Battle Ground Public Library beginning Saturday, April 6th 10:00am til noon. The club will read and discuss classic books that will take readers deeper than the current headlines. The goal is to introduce people to the great ideas of western civilization, and examine the intellectual crisis of the West. And the first book that the club will read is Richard Weaver’s, Ideas Have Consequences. In today’s show Chris and Nik introduce the book, and explain their goals for the club.

Today Chris and Max have the opportunity to interview Irina Sirotkina—owner of Sweetly Bakery and Coffee Bar in Battle Ground! It was a tough assignment—but someone had to do it! After enjoying some great sandwiches and treats, the guys interviewed Irina to learn about what inspired her to start the business, how things have things have been going, and how her Christian faith informs her life. If you'd like to learn more, visit Sweetly's website—or better yet, visit the shop—it's great!​

Find more info at https://www.sweetlybg.com/

Chris and Max are finally back—and they're at one of their favorite places, Old Town Burger in Battle Ground, Washington! Today they're joined by Semi Bird, Republican candidate for Governor of the State of Washington. The conversation is free ranging, covering Semi's childhood as one of seven children of a single mother, his time in the military, and his eventual success in education and now his campaign for Govenor. Join us, we're sure you'll find it educational and inspirational!

Learn more about Semi’s Campaign: https://www.birdforgovernor.com/