God and Country Podcast

Ep. 4 From Drug Addiction to Education Leader - Pastor Rod Hall Utah State Board of Education

In this inspiring episode of The God and Country Podcast, Pastor Rod Hall, a member of the Utah State Board of Education, shares his remarkable journey from struggling with drug addiction to becoming a leader in education. Pastor Hall's story is a testament to the power of overcoming adversity and the importance of community impact in driving educational reform. He highlights the crucial role of parent involvement, family outreach, and family partnership in creating a holistic education system that empowers parents and supports families. Through his work, Pastor Hall aims to strengthen families, support youth, and provide family resources that promote educational excellence. His adversity lessons and strategies offer valuable insights into the importance of family advocacy, family networks, and local education in fostering a culture of empowerment and support. Tune in to be inspired by Pastor Hall's story and learn how his experiences are shaping the future of Utah education. We dive into Rod Hall's election campaign and his efforts to bring God fearing morals and virtues into schools.  Defeating woke ideologies, boys in girls sports, pornographic material in school libraries, and indoctrination.  We ask tough questions like how are our schools safer and what is being done to protect our kids from school shootings?  Is there a plan to educate our kids about gun safety? We dive into deep conversations about how our schools moved from focusing on on test scores, literacy, math and history, into places of indoctrination about socialism, transgenderism, and activism.  Then what we are doing to get back to legitimate education.  We discuss how our communities and leaders must do more to protect our children from not only violence but from social ideologies that will destroy their hearts and souls.  This episode tackles the importance of God, family and traditional values that lead to personal development, rich self-esteem, affective leaders, and strong societies.  Teachers, parents and school board leaders must espouse and stand up for conservative values.  

Ep. 3 The Small Town Representative That's Changing Utah Congress with Congressman Trevor Lee

What is Utah doing right that the rest of the country should follow?  In this episode of "Elected in a Time of Change," we delve into the political journey of Congressman Trevor Lee, a champion of grassroots movements and voter empowerment. As Utah takes the lead in shaping the country's legislative landscape, Congressman Lee shares his insights on the importance of civic engagement, voter education, and legislative advocacy. From Utah issues to national priorities, discover how elected officials like Congressman Lee are making a lasting legislative impact. Tune in to learn more about the congressman's vision for a more inclusive and responsive government.
Trevor discusses the challenges he faced in his first year, the dynamics of building relationships within the legislature, and the invaluable mentorship that guided him. Discover his thoughts on critical issues such as gender identity in schools, the influence of unions, and the fight for collective bargaining reforms in Utah. Trevor candidly addresses the balance between maintaining principles and fostering collaborations across party lines, underscoring the importance of unity in advancing conservative agendas.
In this episode we tackle hard national topics like men in women’s sports, abortion, ending collective bargaining with unions, DOGE, DEI, liberal influences on our children in our schools, gender dysphoria, immigration, public assistance programs being abused by illegals, coal and nuclear energy production, and removing fluoride from drinking water. 
We dissect wild topics like Colorado passing a law to remove children from homes if they are misgendered by their parents.  Join us for this fact-finding discussion of real issues that have hit the headlines across the country.  Compare reality vs fake news and come out with better information to take to your political representatives. 

Ep. 2 The Israel-Hamas Conflict: What You NEED to Know with Selwyn Gordon

Special guest Selwyn Gordon helps us understand the differences between Judaism the religion and the secular government of Israel.  Discussing major topics like Oct 7th, the attempts of a two-state solution with Pres. Clinton, recent conflicts with Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran, Egypt, Qatar and others.  Diving deep into the popularity of Prime Minister Netanyahu and his leadership.  We discuss the details of the revelatory speech of the Son of the Co-Founder of Hamas and the end goal of these terrorist organizations.  We compare the rhetoric of Ilhan Omar and the protests in New York with reality.  We leave the listener with a profound understanding of the Jewish people, the Jewish faith and how much danger this small country is really in.  You will leave with an understanding of the efforts of Massad and why Israel makes proactive decisions to be on the offensive against threats coming from their neighbors.  Including assassinations of Hamas Generals and other leaders found within Syria and Iran.  Finally, we end with the potential success of Trump taking over and rebuilding the Gaza strip. 
In this thought-provoking Podcast, Special guest Selwyn Gordon helps us delve into the complex history of Israel, exploring the cultural insights that have shaped the nation and the ongoing peace initiatives that have attempted to bring harmony to the region. Despite these efforts, ethnic tensions and conflicts continue to simmer, with Palestinian rights remaining a contentious issue. Through a nuanced examination of the past, we hope to shed light on the present and offer a warning from history, highlighting the importance of understanding and cooperation in the pursuit of lasting peace. Join us as we navigate the intricate web of politics, culture, and identity that defines Israel today.

Ep. 1 Part 4 (Final) New Weekly Podcast Brings Faith and Patriotism Together

Join hosts Uriah Kennedy and Ingrid Batridge in the debut episode of "God and Country," a weekly podcast launching thought-provoking conversations every Monday. With the aim to blend the often taboo subjects of politics and religion, the hosts encourage listeners to look beyond differences and find shared values as a means to foster societal unity.
This episode delves into the power of morals in shaping a better society. While maintaining a neutral stance on specific religions, the discussion highlights the importance of common principles shared across faiths, advocating for a society that embraces these values rather than shuns religious conversations. Listen in as they explore the influence of God and politics post-Trump era, encouraging a bold return to traditional values in public spheres.
With an exciting line-up of discussions and guest speakers, the episode also previews future topics, such as geopolitical affairs involving Israel and Hamas, and personal stories from inspirational figures like Drs. Russell Nelson and Ben Carson. Tune in for a new perspective on integrating faith with life in this weekly journey towards finding common truths.

Ep. 1 Part 3 New Weekly Podcast Brings Faith and Patriotism Together

Join hosts Uriah Kennedy and Ingrid Batridge in the debut episode of "God and Country," a weekly podcast launching thought-provoking conversations every Monday. With the aim to blend the often taboo subjects of politics and religion, the hosts encourage listeners to look beyond differences and find shared values as a means to foster societal unity.
This episode delves into the power of morals in shaping a better society. While maintaining a neutral stance on specific religions, the discussion highlights the importance of common principles shared across faiths, advocating for a society that embraces these values rather than shuns religious conversations. Listen in as they explore the influence of God and politics post-Trump era, encouraging a bold return to traditional values in public spheres.
With an exciting line-up of discussions and guest speakers, the episode also previews future topics, such as geopolitical affairs involving Israel and Hamas, and personal stories from inspirational figures like Drs. Russell Nelson and Ben Carson. Tune in for a new perspective on integrating faith with life in this weekly journey towards finding common truths.

Ep. 1 Part 2 New Weekly Podcast Brings Faith and Patriotism Together

Join hosts Uriah Kennedy and Ingrid Batridge in the debut episode of "God and Country," a weekly podcast launching thought-provoking conversations every Monday. With the aim to blend the often taboo subjects of politics and religion, the hosts encourage listeners to look beyond differences and find shared values as a means to foster societal unity.
This episode delves into the power of morals in shaping a better society. While maintaining a neutral stance on specific religions, the discussion highlights the importance of common principles shared across faiths, advocating for a society that embraces these values rather than shuns religious conversations. Listen in as they explore the influence of God and politics post-Trump era, encouraging a bold return to traditional values in public spheres.
With an exciting line-up of discussions and guest speakers, the episode also previews future topics, such as geopolitical affairs involving Israel and Hamas, and personal stories from inspirational figures like Drs. Russell Nelson and Ben Carson. Tune in for a new perspective on integrating faith with life in this weekly journey towards finding common truths.

Ep. 1 Part 1 New Weekly Podcast Brings Faith and Patriotism Together

Join hosts Uriah Kennedy and Ingrid Bettridge in the debut episode of "God and Country," a weekly podcast launching thought-provoking conversations every Monday. With the aim to blend the often taboo subjects of politics and religion, the hosts encourage listeners to look beyond differences and find shared values as a means to foster societal unity.
This episode delves into the power of morals in shaping a better society. While maintaining a neutral stance on specific religions, the discussion highlights the importance of common principles shared across faiths, advocating for a society that embraces these values rather than shuns religious conversations. Listen in as they explore the influence of God and politics post-Trump era, encouraging a bold return to traditional values in public spheres.
With an exciting line-up of discussions and guest speakers, the episode also previews future topics, such as geopolitical affairs involving Israel and Hamas, and personal stories from inspirational figures like Dr.'s Russell Nelson and Ben Carson. Tune in for a new perspective on integrating faith with life in this weekly journey towards finding common truths.