Author Stephen Mansfield (The Faith of George W. Bush, The Search for God and Guinness) talks about today's cultural upheavals, trends and ironies, and the fascinating creative processes behind his writing.
Stephen clarifies the meaning of a religious test and applies it to the 2012 presidential race.
A year away from the next Presidential election, Stephen poses a difficult question and examines the factors affecting all of the 2012 Presidential hopefuls.
Stephen offers some reading suggestions, covering subjects from WWII history to Lincoln Biographies to G.K. Chesterton.
Stephen analyzes the Tenth Amendment, the intentions of our founding fathers, and the role of the federal government in light of Ron Pauls statements at the September 12, 2011 Republican presidential debate in Tampa.
Stephen explains the details behind the recent federal raid of Gibson Guitars in Nashville, TN.
Stephen discusses the recent developments surrounding the question of a Palestinian state.
Stephen discusses the need for self-education in this era of information and technology.
As The Oprah Winfrey Show comes to an end, Stephen discusses problems with her New Age philosophies, contemplates the future of the Oprah Winfrey Network, and gives us a sneak preview of his upcoming book, which will cover all this and more.
Stephen discusses the development of the presidents Christian faith in a glimpse at the upcoming new edition of his book The Faith of Barack Obama.
Stephen discusses the history of Mormonism leading up to its impact on politics, media and culture in America today.
Stephen talks about the enigmatic pursuit of writing, and goes over some pointers for beginners.
Stephen revisits The Mormon Moment in America, and answers questions submitted by listeners in this edition of Backtalk.
Stephen discusses the future of the book publishing industry, the current state of the music business, and the aspects of adapting to a digital age.