Entertainment is discipling our children more effectively than church or even parents, creating an urgent need for parents to reclaim storytelling and media consumption in their homes. The real battle for kids' hearts and minds happens through the stories they absorb daily, not just in classrooms or on social media.

• Less than 15% of media worldwide is made for kids, with an even smaller percentage containing pro-God messages
• Today's children get 60% of their media from YouTube rather than traditional channels
• Tech companies design content specifically to capture children's attention through tactics like seven-second scene changes
• Parents can establish clear boundaries around device usage with designated charging stations and screen-free times
• Reframe technology as a tool for creation rather than consumption by starting family projects that use tech for good
• "Aria Appleton" film offers families entertainment that addresses relevant issues like adoption and bullying from a faith perspective
• Setting reasonable rules is more effective than creating overly strict boundaries that inspire rebellion
• Parents working long hours can be more intentional about discussing media with children during the time they do have together
• Consider periodic "tech detoxes" to reset family patterns and assess dependency levels

Check out "Aria Appleton" on Amazon Prime Video and find the Parent/Leader's Guide at givesendgo.com/ariaappleton to help facilitate meaningful family discussions about the film's themes.

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We dive into the ongoing Epstein controversy, examining why the calls for a "list" have become a source of division even within MAGA supporters and analyzing what transparency really means in this situation.

• The Department of Education faces massive cuts after a Supreme Court ruling permits 1,400 layoffs
• First Lady Melania Trump emerges as an influential voice in Ukraine policy, offering cultural insight that's reshaping the administration's approach
• The controversial "Alligator Alcatraz" detention facility sparks heated debate about appropriate conditions for illegal immigrants
• Growing divisions within the Democratic Party as former President Obama suggests members need to "toughen up"
• Michelle Obama faces criticism for podcast comments about women's limitations that seem disconnected from everyday American experiences

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Devastating floods in Texas have killed over 100 people with many still missing as the water rose with shocking speed, giving residents almost no warning or time to evacuate.

• Coast Guard rescue swimmer Scott Ruskin saved 165 lives during his first-ever operation, also treating 230 people as the only medical manager on site
• Politicians and celebrities quickly politicized the tragedy with false claims about weather service funding and partisan blame
• The DOJ announced there is "no Epstein client list" despite years of public discussion about such evidence
• Ghislaine Maxwell remains imprisoned for trafficking, raising questions about who the clients were if no list exists
• Elon Musk's "American Party" targets congressional seats rather than the presidency, potentially holding the balance of power in close votes
• James Gunn stated the new Superman movie is explicitly "about politics" and immigration, further alienating audiences tired of political messaging in entertainment

Check out Clay's book "Keep Moving, Keep Shooting" - second edition now available on Amazon with the sequel "Cross the Bear" coming soon.

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Trump's comprehensive legislation package is advancing through Congress with a focus on tax cuts, border security funding, and military readiness, while including controversial Medicaid cuts as legislators make difficult trade-offs to achieve progress.

• The "One Big Beautiful Bill" represents the first major legislative advancement in nearly four years
• Chuck Schumer removed the bill's name in what many consider a petty political move
• The Supreme Court ruled that lower court judges can no longer issue nationwide injunctions against federal policies
• Justice Amy Coney Barrett delivered a rare public rebuke to Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson in her majority opinion
• A $14.6 billion healthcare fraud operation was uncovered spanning multiple countries with 324 defendants including 96 medical professionals
• Two Idaho firefighters were killed in a premeditated ambush while responding to a brush fire
• Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faces criticism after evidence emerged she grew up in wealthy Westchester County rather than the Bronx as she claims
• Jeff Bezos's $50 million three-day wedding celebration highlighted the contradiction of climate-conscious celebrities arriving on private jets
• The University of Pennsylvania has complied with presidential mandates on transgender athletes in sports, stripping Lia Thomas of titles and reinstating Riley Gaines's proper rankings

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The stark contrast between patriotic celebrations and political protests reveals the deepening divide in American society, while international tensions and domestic violence further complicate our national landscape.

• Army's 250th birthday parade showcases military history with tanks and historical uniforms in DC, privately funded despite criticism
• Simultaneous "No Kings" protests across the country appear disconnected from reality since true authoritarians wouldn't permit such demonstrations
• Political violence in Minnesota leaves two Democratic lawmakers dead in targeted attacks by a man with confusing political affiliations
• Israel conducts preemptive strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities based on intelligence showing imminent nuclear weapons capability
• Israel-Iran conflict escalates with ongoing strikes, potential US involvement likely given American interests and commitments
• Former FBI official Kash Patel reveals declassified documents alleging Chinese Communist Party interference in the 2020 election
• Questions arise about FBI Director Christopher Wray possibly suppressing intelligence before the 2020 election

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America faces orchestrated chaos as riots in Los Angeles expose the refusal of California leadership to protect citizens and law enforcement. What started as protests against ICE operations has devolved into full-scale rioting with evidence of pre-positioned supplies and planned coordination.

• Chinese nationals caught smuggling dangerous biological materials through University of Michigan
• University officials under scrutiny after multiple smuggling incidents involving Wuhan connections
• RFK Jr. fires entire Vaccine Advisory Council, removing pharmaceutical industry influence
• Simone Biles faces backlash after attacking Riley Gaines over transgender athletes in women's sports
• Elon Musk and President Trump's public spat demonstrates real-time news happening without media filters
• LA riots spreading to other major cities ahead of planned "No Kings Day" demonstrations
• California leadership actively opposing National Guard deployment to protect federal officers
• Clear evidence of coordination behind riots with pre-positioned supplies and funding

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Clay and Elsa return after a brief hiatus to tackle seven controversial topics ranging from the Boulder attack classification to former Biden administration officials distancing themselves from the Democratic party.

• The Boulder attack where an Egyptian man lit pro-Israeli protestors on fire raises questions about why Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino labeled it "ideologically motivated violence" instead of terrorism
• Ukraine's drone strike destroyed 34% of Russia's cruise missile bombers ($7 billion worth), demonstrating battlefield technology changes that pose potential security threats to the US
• University graduation speakers who violated their agreements to deliver politically charged pro-Palestine speeches have had their diplomas withheld for breaking contracts, not for their speech content
• Biological males continue winning girls' sports competitions across the country, despite being mediocre performers in male divisions
• Elon Musk has publicly criticized Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" (OBBB) despite working with the administration, demonstrating he's not a "lockstep follower"
• Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley received presidential pardons after serving minimal time for tax fraud and bank fraud convictions
• Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre declaring herself "independent" may be part of a DNC strategy to create a fabricated middle ground to pull moderates from the GOP

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