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The John Lovell Show provides insightful commentary on current events, practical tips for protecting your home and the lives of those you love, and a good measure of spot-on dad jokes. John is the Founder and CEO of the Warrior Poet Society – a values-based community dedicated to physical protection, the pursuit of truth, and living for higher purpose. His message has garnered over 100 million views across social media and streaming platforms. John is a former war veteran and Special Operations soldier, having served in the 2nd Ranger Battalion. After his military service, he served as a Christian missionary in Central America full-time. Today he is a video content creator, public speaker, firearms trainer, and homesteader. John lives on a small farm in Georgia with his wife and two sons.
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Why AI Might Actually Be a Net Win | Landon Chase
2026/10/30
Is AI a tool we can use for good—or are we building a digital Tower of Babel?
John Lovell sits down with Landon Chase, CEO of Real Faith Ministries, for a candid conversation about artificial intelligence, faith, and the battle for our attention. They debate whether social media has helped or harmed us, where useful AI assistance becomes outsourced thinking, and what happens when technology promises to make us “little gods.”Along the way, they discuss Mark Driscoll, Josh Howerton’s ladder illustration, the future of work, and the dangers of artificial relationships. The conversation ends with a practical question: How do we protect our families, lead well, and build meaningful lives without being consumed by fear?
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CHAPTERS
00:00 AI, little gods, and the Tower of Babel
00:59 Meet Landon Chase
02:59 Reaching people through Real Faith
04:24 Josh Howerton and the ladder illustration
05:48 Sponsor: Squire
07:31 Landon’s perspective on Mark Driscoll
11:46 Building an online ministry
14:10 AI as a tool—not a substitute for thinking
15:52 AI, sermon writing, and spiritual dependence
17:05 Has social media helped or harmed us?
22:24 The digital mission field
23:17 Technology and the desire to become like God
25:06 Social media, marriage, and our kids
27:15 AI and the future of work
30:45 Why young workers resist AI
33:36 Artificial entertainment and relationships
36:06 The race for AI power
37:14 Translation technology and the Tower of Babel
38:49 Nephilim, counterfeit image-bearers, and the end times
41:19 Building a life instead of living in fear
42:21 Preparing your family without panic
45:37 Unplugging, stewardship, and hope
47:14 Lead yourself so you can lead others
48:20 What does Landon carry?
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Buried Under the Rubble: Moving from Discipline to Passion
2026/10/23
For a long time, discipline has been crowned king. But what happens when the motivation leaks, the fire goes out, and you find yourself just going through the motions?
In this episode, John Lovell breaks down why discipline alone isn't enough and makes the case for reigniting your passion as the true engine of a fulfilling life. From avoiding the trap of becoming a jaded "shell of a man" to learning how to steer your desires toward noble purposes, this is your blueprint to get back in the fight.
Plus, John answers raw listener questions on navigating toxic family dynamics before marriage and whether a Christian can believe in luck.
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70 Combat Missions, 9 Gs, & The Close Call That Nearly Ended It All | Max Afterburner
2026/10/16
The rule was 500 feet. A Navy SEAL was pinned down. Ryan “Max Afterburner” Bodenheimer had a decision to make.Former F-15E combat pilot and F-16 Thunderbirds demonstration pilot Max Afterburner joins John Lovell to share the stories behind the cockpit—from a low-altitude rescue mission in Afghanistan to a close call in a Thunderbirds formation.
Ryan also opens up about losing his best friend during flight training, the “dark night of the soul” that tested his faith, and finding the strength to fly again. Along the way, he teaches John how pilots handle G-forces, explains how he earned the call sign “Neo,” and discusses AI, the future of fighter aviation, and leadership under pressure.
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Chapters:
00:00 Episode Preview
02:06 Meet Max Afterburner
06:13 Why Ryan Became a Fighter Pilot
09:00 Creativity, Intuition & the Warrior Mindset
13:21 Sponsor: Squire
15:04 What Fighter Pilot Training Demands
18:00 The Training Crash That Changed Everything
21:20 A Dark Night of the Soul
25:14 Leading Through Loss
28:55 Overcoming Fear & Getting Back in the Cockpit
31:59 Inside the Thunderbirds
34:32 A Formation Flight Goes Wrong
36:33 How Pilots Handle 9 Gs
38:01 John Tries the Anti-G Technique
39:28 How Ryan Earned the Call Sign “Neo”
43:00 Take Command: Preparing Your Mind Under Pressure
47:36 Will AI Replace Fighter Pilots?
54:06 Combat Close Calls & Flying at Night
55:49 Scrambling to Help a Pinned-Down Navy SEAL
58:44 The 500-Foot Rule
01:05:00 Why Flying Low Matters to Troops on the Ground
01:07:34 Max’s Channel & Global Conflict
01:12:29 Inside Military Contingency Planning
01:16:00 Diplomacy, Deterrence & Knowing Your Enemy
01:22:54 Ryan’s Everyday Carry
01:24:59 Taking Command: A Combat Leadership Lesson
01:30:40 Closing Thoughts
Why Most Couples Have Less Sex Than They Want | John Lovell Show with Ryan Frederick- Marriage Expert
2026/10/09
Want more sex in your marriage—but don’t know how to bring it up without starting a fight?
John Lovell sits down with Ryan Frederick of Fierce Marriage for a candid conversation about sex, trust, and pursuing your wife. After 23 years of marriage, Ryan says intimacy can get better with time. But what does it take to get there?
They discuss the “every other day” conversation, why husbands and wives can feel disconnected, how pornography damages trust, and what rebuilding a healthy marriage requires. They also tackle the demands of raising kids—and how to keep your marriage from becoming an afterthought.
A frank, biblical conversation for married adults who want a stronger relationship and a more connected life together.
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Chapters:
00:00 Why intimacy fades in marriage
11:03 Rethinking expectations about sex
23:44 “Every other day?” Starting the conversation
34:37 Pursuing your wife and building trust
42:35 Pornography, shame, and rebuilding
47:36 Making marriage a priority with kids
57:33 Closing questions: protection and loving your wife
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Winning at Work Without Losing at Life
2026/10/02
Good employees are harder to find than ever—which means it has never been easier for a driven man to win at work.
This week, John Lovell pulls no punches on the soft, lazy culture sandbagging the modern workforce. If you want your career trajectory to be meteoric, you have to learn how to count the cost, accept hard knocks, and show up ready to add undeniable value.
In this episode, we break down:
Billionaire Frameworks: The top virtues required to survive the corporate boardroom.Thick Skin vs. Self-Pity: Why withdrawing from a tough work environment is a self-inflicted mortal wound.The College Detour: A pragmatic ROI analysis on the student loan scam versus learning a trade in your twenties.The Ultimate Priority: How to run the race to win at work without losing your soul, your marriage, or your kids.🕒 Episode Chapters & Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction: The Philosophy of Winning at WorkJohn introduces the core theme of the episode—why men need good work worth doing—and sets up a challenge based on Donald Trump's The Apprentice.05:20 – Boardroom Battles: The 5 Competing Values Billionaires Hire ForBen steps into the hot seat to guess what virtues mega-millionaires value most when building an elite team.05:23 – Round 1: Loud Fighters vs. Calm Under Pressure06:53 – Round 2: Clever Intellect vs. Hard Workers08:21 – Round 3: Cutthroat Strategy vs. Absolute Loyalty10:23 – Round 4: Assertive Taskmasters vs. Kind Team Players12:55 – Round 5: Doing a Good Job on a Losing Team vs. A Bad Job on a Winning Team13:02 – Balancing Competing Priorities: Don't Win at Work and Lose at LifeJohn explains how to measure true success as a man by balancing your income, your marriage, and your kids without letting work become an idol.23:43 – Toughen Up: Thicker Skin vs. Victim CultureA hard look at dealing with difficult work environments, overcoming pride, shaking off insults, and why good employees are easier to stand out as than ever before.30:21 – Finding Career Contentment in Your 20s and 30sWhy loving your job is often "smoke and mirrors," paying your dues at the bottom of the totem pole, and moving from job dislike to radical gratitude.40:26 – The Pragmatic ROI of College vs. The TradesJohn and Ben break down the opportunity cost of higher education, the student loan debt trap, and how to become an "interest receiver" instead of an interest payer.Enjoyed this episode?
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The 5 Hidden Blind Spots of a Natural Born Protector
2026/09/25
Do you have the spirit of a protector, but find yourself focused only on physical defense? In this episode, John takes the narrow concept of security and expands it outwardly to reveal the hidden blind spots where many protectors are unwittingly dropping the ball. Join John for a 30,000-foot flyover and a personal audit across the five critical domains of true protection—physical, financial, spiritual, relational, and mental. Learn how to eliminate your vulnerabilities, beat cultural influences to the punch, and step fully into your daily calling on behalf of those under your care. Because a true Warrior Poet doesn't just watch the perimeter; he guards the heart of the home.
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John Lovell’s Wife Tells Her Side of Their Marriage
2026/09/18
Twenty years together—but their marriage wasn’t always this good.
John and Rebekah Lovell open up about the power struggles, selfishness, and communication mistakes that made their early years so difficult. John admits that leading men on a battlefield didn’t prepare him to lead well as a husband. Becka reflects on control, criticism, and what she learned about respect and submission.
From an argument over face wash to learning how to apologize, they share how faith, humility, mentorship, and hard work helped their marriage grow.
They also discuss biblical marriage roles, feminism, putting your spouse before your children, and why a flourishing marriage takes more than finding the “right person.”
What helped your marriage turn a corner? Share your experience in the comments.
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Chapters:
00:00 Our Marriage Wasn’t Always This Good
06:19 The Struggles in Our Early Marriage
15:53 Understanding Biblical Marriage Roles
18:08 Why Marriage Is Losing Its Appeal
29:35 Submission, Trust & Shared Decisions
38:22 The Face-Wash Fight
43:03 Building a Marriage That Lasts
49:58 Putting Your Marriage Before Your Children(
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The Mind Game Tearing Our Communities Apart
2026/09/11
Is the damage already done?
Decades ago, former KGB defector Yuri Bezmenov exposed a chilling, top-secret Soviet plan designed to conquer America without ever firing a single shot. It wasn't a war fought with tanks or bombs—it was a long-term psychological blueprint designed to fundamentally alter our perception of reality.
In this episode, John Lovell breaks down Bezmenov’s infamous 4 Stages of Societal Capture: Demoralization, Destabilization, Crisis, and Normalization.
When you look at the fracturing of our communities, the death of objective truth, and the rise of modern "doublethink," a terrifying question emerges: Did the plan succeed? Are we currently living through the final stage of a subversion campaign that has been self-perpetuating for generations?Watch the full video to see how this hidden war plan has been weaponized against the West, and what it truly takes to wake up before it's too late.
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Why Are People at War With Truth? | Frank Turek
2026/09/04
Why is there a war on reality—and why did Charlie Kirk matter so much in that fight?John Lovell sits down with Christian apologist and author Frank Turek for a powerful conversation about truth, faith, culture, and the battle over reality itself. Frank shares his personal perspective on his friend Charlie Kirk, why he believes Charlie represented truth in an increasingly hostile culture, and what made Charlie willing to engage people who fiercely disagreed with him.Frank also recounts working with Charlie on Christian apologetics and being only feet away from him during the final event of that tour. John and Frank wrestle with grief, evil, free will, Charlie’s legacy, and the remarkable ripple effect his life has continued to have on people around the world.The conversation then goes deeper into The War on Reality—postmodernism, the idea of “my truth” versus objective truth, why people suppress truths they don’t want to accept, and what Christians can do to stand courageously for what is real.📕 Get Frank Turek’s book, The War on Reality:https://amzn.to/4gtKdqNAffiliate link: We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.If you value conversations like this, like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who refuses to surrender the truth.Chapters:0:00 Charlie Kirk & The War on Reality1:51 Meet Dr. Frank Turek3:55 Why People Reject the Truth9:43 Are People Basically Good?17:11 Frank Turek on Charlie Kirk’s Murder & Legacy29:05 Postmodernism, Cultural Marxism & Identity Politics36:52 How to Reach Postmodernists With the Truth46:52 Socialism, Politics & Why Christians Must Engage57:18 Security, Police & the Attack on Authority1:02:15 Charlie Kirk on Courage & Leadership1:05:01 The War on Reality — Closing ThoughtsWarrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q(DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
Stop Letting the Bad News Ruin Your Life
2026/08/28
Are you suffering from doomscrolling and headline anxiety? You aren't alone. Today, we are putting down the toxic news cycles to look at the big picture.
John shares a practical guide on maintaining perspective, protecting your mental health, and shifting your heart toward gratitude in a chaotic world.If you are ready to reclaim your focus, master your mindset, and find real hope despite the negative noise, this video is for you.
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What Our Hands Have Done To The Innocent | With Seth Gruber
2026/08/21
Is abortion just another political issue—or is it one of the defining spiritual and cultural battles of our time?
In this episode of The John Lovell Show, John sits down with pro-life activist, author, and filmmaker Seth Gruber for a wide-ranging conversation about abortion in America, the Christian response to the abortion industry, spiritual warfare, the early church, and what it will take to preserve Western civilization.
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Seth breaks down the argument behind his viral “demonic counterfeit to communion” message and explains why he believes abortion cannot be separated from the broader spiritual, cultural, and philosophical battles facing America.
John and Seth also discuss the dramatic changes to the abortion fight following the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the growing role of the abortion pill, and a major divide within the modern pro-life movement over what legal protection for unborn children should actually look like.
They also explore the forgotten history of Christian resistance, the courage of the early church, the responsibility of pastors and Christian men to defend innocent life, and why Seth believes Christians today need to recover a blueprint for faithfulness that previous generations understood.In this episode:
• Why Seth calls abortion a spiritual battle
• “My body, my choice” and the counterfeit of communion
• The abortion industry and the spiritual significance Seth sees behind it
• Why protecting the unborn should matter to men who call themselves protectors
• What Christians can practically do to fight abortion
• The role of churches, pastors, and sidewalk ministry
• How abortion has changed since Roe v. Wade was overturned
• The abortion pill and the fight for equal protection• The divide within the modern pro-life movement
• What the early church can teach Christians today
• Christian courage in an increasingly hostile culture
• Seth Gruber’s White Rose Resistance
• The story and message behind The Last Stand book and film
• Why remembering Christian history may be critical to the future of the West
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CHAPTERS
0:00 The Biggest Fight of Our Time
2:19 Abortion & the “Demonic Counterfeit” to Communion
29:16 How Christians Can Get in the Fight
35:02 Courage, the Church & Charlie
51:52 The Last Stand: What the Church Forgot
59:49 Ancient Rome, IVF & the Commodification of Children
1:12:59 The Divide Inside the Pro-Life Movement
1:25:11 The Last Stand Film & Book
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Why Is America Running Out Of Cattle? | Beef Expert- Adam Williams
2026/08/13
Beef prices are climbing, America’s cattle inventory has fallen to levels not seen in more than 70 years, and fewer family farms are left to produce the food we depend on. So what is actually happening to America’s beef supply—and is this problem going to get worse before it gets better?
John sits down with third-generation cattle farmer Adam Williams to unpack what’s happening behind the scenes of the cattle industry. They discuss record cattle prices, rising costs for farmers, why older producers are selling their herds and land, the decline of family farms, imported beef, antibiotics and hormones, and why supporting local farmers may become increasingly important.
They also get practical about buying and raising cattle, what new homesteaders need to know, how livestock auctions really work, and the role small cattle producers still play in America’s food system.
How We Forgot to Be Human | with Chadd Wright
2026/08/06
What if the modern life we call progress is actually making us less human?
Retired Navy SEAL and 3 of 7 Project founder Chadd Wright joins former Army Ranger John Lovell for one of the most direct and vulnerable conversations on the show. Together, they challenge the modern definition of success—and ask whether real success looks less like status, wealth, travel, and endless reach, and more like putting down roots, working with your hands, building real relationships, raising a family, and becoming useful to the people around you.
Chadd opens up about wanting to leave public life, trading his smartphone for a flip phone, learning to feed his family, and building a homestead through community instead of trying to become completely self-sufficient. He also explains why he wants a family cemetery on his property—and why physically digging a grave helped him and his wife work grief out through their bodies.
The conversation then becomes deeply personal as Chadd confronts his own pride, criticism, and tribalism within the Church. John and Chadd discuss Christian unity, theological disagreement, preaching in full tactical gear, the Man in the Arena, and why honest conversations between brothers are necessary for real growth.
Chadd also shares the terrifying story of nearly losing his newborn son, the fear that followed, and how fatherhood has reshaped his understanding of love, responsibility, and sacrifice.
In this episode:
• Winning the Mid-State Mile and using psychological warfare• Endurance through addiction, marriage, and public life
• Redefining success and becoming more human
• Escaping screen addiction and choosing a flip phone
• Homesteading, practical skills, and communal self-sufficiency
• Grief, burial, and creating a family legacy
• Pride, tribalism, and unity within the Church
• Nearly losing a child and confronting fear as a father
• Chad’s unexpected EDC
• Why protectors, providers, and leaders must continue to train
• What parts of modern life do you believe have made us less human? Let us know in the comments.
Chapters:
0:00 What Does It Mean to Be Human?
1:25 Chadd Wright Joins the Show
2:38 Winning the Mid-State Mile
7:09 Psychological Warfare and Refusing to Quit
9:18 When Endurance Means Saving a Marriage
12:41 Why Chadd Wants to Leave Public Life
14:00 Redefining Success
18:30 Social Media and Artificial Relationships
20:52 Lost Skills Are Making Us Less Human
24:15 Beginning the Homestead Journey
27:22 Self-Sufficiency Through Community
32:37 Why Chadd Wants a Family Cemetery
35:56 The Flip Phone and Being Present
39:07 From Modern Rage to Tribalism
43:59 Humility Is the Answer
49:55 Christians Can’t Give Up on the Church
52:32 Chadd’s Honest Confession About Pride
1:00:24 Close-Handed vs. Open-Handed Issues
1:06:39 Why John Preached in Full Kit
1:20:13 The Man in the Arena
1:27:37 The Hardest Day of Chadd’s Life
1:31:38 Fatherhood, Fear, and Idolatry
1:38:00 Authenticity Over Polish
1:42:04 Chadd’s EDC
1:43:19 Train for Life
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The Bread Conspiracy Nobody Talks About with Sue Becker
2026/07/31
What happened to bread—and why are so many people blaming gluten?John sits down with food scientist Sue Becker of Bread Beckers to uncover the dark history of modern flour. Sue explains how industrial milling removed the bran, germ, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and essential oils from wheat to create a softer, longer-lasting white flour—and how many of those valuable byproducts ended up in animal feed.They explore the rise of “enriched” flour, bleaching agents, nutrient deficiencies, gluten intolerance, digestion, stomach acid, celiac disease, and the difference between store-bought flour and bread made from freshly milled whole grains.John enters the conversation believing “meat good, carbs bad.” By the end, Sue has him reconsidering nearly everything he thought he knew about bread.In this episode:• What industrial milling removes from wheat• Why white flour became food for the masses• How “enriched” flour got its name• Why gluten may be taking the blame for a larger problem• The connection between fiber, digestion, cravings, and energy• Why bread carries such deep significance throughout Scripture• How to select wheat and begin milling flour at home• Personal stories from people who changed the bread they ate• And yes—Sue Becker torches a loaf of Wonder BreadLearn more from Sue Becker:Bread Beckers: https://www.breadbeckers.com/Sue’s Healthy Minutes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sues-healthy-minutes-with-sue-becker-the-bread-beckers/id1609279985Bread Beckers YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BreadBeckersMedical Disclaimer: This conversation is provided for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. The personal experiences discussed are not guarantees of results. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before making significant dietary changes or changing any medication or treatment.Warrior Poet WEBSITE - https://warriorpoetsociety.comTRAIN with us - https://warriorpoetsupplyco.com/train1/Books by John Lovell - https://johnlovell.comGET the WarPoet app! | Original shows, training, and much more. iPhone, Android, Amazon, Apple TV etc. https://www.watchwpsn.com Watch the Rally Point Show on the Warrior Poet appFOLLOW US: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/warriorpoetsociety Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/warriorpoetsociety/ X | https://x.com/johnlovell275 Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/6O2q4F2tbmoddeSTo9jKNM?si=qzbO0G6xRs-rs51BZuP31Q(DISCLAIMER: This post may contain paid advertisements or affiliate links. What is an affiliate link? It means that if you click on one of the product links, Warrior Poet Society will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows awesome future content. Thank you for the support!).
Anger Is Everywhere & It Can Be Good
2026/07/22
Doesn't it seem like everyone is angry? John discusses ways to use anger rather than be used by it.
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derekiñho 2026/10/23
What we need right now
I'm agnostic, and I still find myself coming back to this show every week. John speaks from deep Christian conviction, but his messages on courage, di...
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#thecrusadeswerejustifide 2026/06/03
Awesome
My dad introduced me to his YouTube channel. It’s a great podcast. Keep it up Mr Lovell!
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Lcpl. Stapleton 2026/03/27
Great insight
As a former marine I have trying to find sound advice on being a christian, father, husband and warrior. John has been that for me and im grateful for...
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Moss_1927 2025/06/22
Shirt-sighted in T.rex drama
John has lots of personal connections to both of the T.Rex scenario. But his analysis glosses over facts that are public knowledge. While discussing t...
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Ian from AZ 2024/09/05
Warrior Poet
John brings Christian, conservative and masculine values to the forefront. He acknowledges his flaws and highlights his goodness. He is a brother in C...
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Petenick2000 2024/08/03
So Good…
John, what keeps me coming back to your podcast and message is your passion… for everything. Our battered country, your family, your church and THE C...
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Coker P. 2024/08/02
John Lovell is just a fantastic individual
This guy is so thoughtful in his opinions. Very thought provoking questions, good angles that come from a well read and intelligent man . I really app...
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Trapperweid 2024/07/09
Unashamed
Keep it up brother!
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Nor right or left 2024/07/09
Not right or left
John hits all the points for me. It’s all common sense in which much of this world doesn’t have. Should be 10 stars
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Cavingman 2024/07/03
Strong, Godly advice.
Love the show, keep up the good work. This type content is desperately needed and lacking in our modern world.