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In today's episode, Becket Cook sits down with Larry Alex Taunton, author, columnist for The Federalist, and host of the podcast Ideas Have Consequences, to discuss his insightful article, "Outrage Over Texas Teaching the Bible is Anti-Intellectual." They unpack the Texas State Board of Education's decision to include Bible sections in the K-12 curriculum, exploring why this move is essential for understanding Western civilization, literature, history, and moral foundations. From Forest McDonald's lessons on intellectual honesty to the Bible's influence on figures like Shakespeare, Faulkner, Mark Twain, and the Declaration of Independence, this conversation reveals how biblical literacy shapes everything from capitalism and science to human rights and restraint on evil impulses.

Larry Alex Taunton and Becket Cook also address leftist outrage, Drag Queen Story Hour, Richard Dawkins' evolving views on Christianity vs. Islam, and why removing the Bible from public schools has led to cultural decline since 1963. Perfect for fans of Christian apologetics, education reform, Western history, and conservative thought, this episode makes a compelling case for the Bible as the "prequel to everything" in the West.

The Article: https://thefederalist.com/2026/07/03/outrage-over-texas-teaching-the-bible-is-anti-intellectual/

Larry Taunton's Youtube: https://youtube.com/@ideashaveconsequences?si=GI8Hjsm5AAb7Pv06

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 247

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In today's episode, Becket Cook sits down with J. Chase Davis, author of the bold new book Offensive Christianity: Restoring the Strength of Men in a Feminized Age. They dive deep into why modern evangelicalism has emasculated men, the dangers of "winsome" passive Christianity, and how Christian men must embrace an offensive posture—advancing God's kingdom with authority, action, and unapologetic masculinity in a culture that views manhood as toxic.

J. Chase Davis' Book "Offensive Christianity:" https://a.co/d/01b0ZPhn

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 246

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In today's episode, Becket Cook interviews Kawe, who shares his powerful testimony of God's mercy and transformative healing. Born in Japan to Brazilian parents, Kawe moved to America at age nine, navigating cultural shifts, family yelling that left him feeling unsafe, bullying over his sensitive nature, and the deep struggles of same-sex attraction and p0*rn addiction. He opens up about suppressing emotions, developing stomach issues rooted in fear of man and shame, and his desperate search for answers while trying to honor God.

Kawe's story highlights his radical encounter with God's jealous love, learning sonship and grace through Romans 8, resting in Christ instead of earning love, and finding freedom from the root insecurities in masculinity that fueled his same-sex attraction.

The Becket Cook Show Ep. 245

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