From My Standpoint: Recent Episodes

Josh C. Jones

In an age where perception is fact and negativity and conflict remain entertainment, it can be difficult and sometimes troubling to find a positive and try and understand another’s perspective. Twice a month (every first and third Wednesday), join Josh C. Jones, an author, writer, media freelancer, self-proclaimed philosopher, and wannabe entertainer, as he discusses different topics in an attempt to showcase a differing perspective with a nugget of positivity and truth. Whether you agree or disagree, if you have an itch for agreement, seeing the world from a different perspective, growing your understanding, or for learning, then this podcast is for you.

Episode 3 — "What Even Is MAGA?"

In this third episode of the 5‑part series based on my book Making Sense of America's Newest Guild…Again, we finally tackle the question at the center of the noise: What is MAGA, really? Not the caricature, not the headlines, not the labels — but the reality behind the acronym.

Through story, humor, and firsthand discovery, we explore how MAGA became a cultural inkblot test, why people see what they've been conditioned to see, and how a simple acronym turned into one of the most emotionally charged labels in modern America. We look at what MAGA is not, what it actually represents, and why millions of ordinary Americans identify with values that are often misunderstood, misrepresented, or dismissed outright.

This episode isn't about defending MAGA or attacking it. It's about understanding it — honestly, thoughtfully, and without the noise.

If you're willing to look past the labels and examine the values beneath them, this episode will challenge your assumptions and expand your perspective.

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Episode 2 — "How Did We Even Get Here?"

In this second installment of the 5‑part series based on my book Making Sense of America's Newest Guild…Again, we take a step back and ask the question almost no one slows down long enough to consider: How did America get here?How did we reach a point where labels replace names, narratives replace truth, and emotional reactions replace actual thinking?

Through story, humor, and honest reflection, we explore the lenses we all wear — political, cultural, emotional, generational — and how those lenses shape what we believe long before we ever examine the facts. We look at how societies shift through thesis, antithesis, and synthesis, how "new normals" bury original foundations, and how outsourcing our thinking to influencers, news anchors, and political tribes has left us divided, confused, and easily manipulated.

This episode isn't about blame. It's about clarity. It's about understanding how we drifted — and what it will take to think again.

If you're tired of the noise and ready to reclaim your ability to see clearly, this episode is your next step.

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Episode 1 — "What Even Is This Guild?"

In this opening episode of the 5‑part series based on my book Making Sense of America's Newest Guild…Again, we begin where every honest conversation must start: with the question behind the noise. What is this "guild" that has reshaped American politics, culture, and identity? Why does one label—MAGA—ignite pride in some, fear in others, and hostility in many?

Through humor, story, and straight talk, we explore how labels shape perception, how narratives shape belief, and how unexamined assumptions shape us more than we realize. This episode isn't about defending MAGA or attacking it. It's about understanding it—what it is, what it isn't, and why millions of Americans have been sorted into categories they never chose.

If you value thinking over reacting, truth over tribalism, and clarity over chaos, this episode is your starting point. Because before you can make sense of America's newest guild, you have to be willing to look at it.

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Some people comment online to connect… and others comment to provoke. In this episode, we explore the world of "Reaction Farmers"—those who plant inflammatory comments hoping to harvest outrage—and how their negativity can unexpectedly become fuel for purpose, creativity, and even spiritual growth.

What begins as trolling turns into inspiration: new ideas, new conversations, and even new opportunities to share truth. We'll talk about the strange modern idea of "tolerance," the deeper hunger behind constant online hostility, and how God has a way of turning weeds into wildflowers.

If you've ever dealt with trolls, critics, or chronic negativity online, this episode will give you a fresh perspective—and maybe even a reason to smile the next time a Reaction Farmer shows up in your comments.

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Cue the drumroll! We've reached the grand finale—the "choose your own adventure" moment where everything comes together. In this climactic episode, Josh C. Jones throws down the ultimate challenge: now that you've faced your thoughts, words, actions, habits, and character… are you ready to choose your destiny?

With humor, depth, and a rally cry that would make even the laziest couch potato sit up straighter, Josh invites you to stop drifting and start deciding. Because your destiny isn't something you stumble into—it's something you step into. Whether your past chapters were messy, epic, or just plain weird, this is your plot twist moment. Grab your pen, open your mind, and hit play—because your future is waiting, and it's not going to choose itself.

This 7-part series is brought to you by the book DESTINY: Rich or Poor, Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny.

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If reputation is your selfie, then character is the unfiltered security cam footage. In this eye-opening (and occasionally eye-watering) episode, Josh C. Jones cracks open the deep stuff—character. And no, we're not talking about your quirky sitcom persona or that D&D rogue you played in college. We're talking about who you really are… when no one's watching and the Wi-Fi is down.

Through chilling historical examples, laugh-worthy self-checks, and practical advice backed by both science and Scripture, this episode will challenge you to stop curating your life like a highlight reel and start building one worth living. Spoiler alert: You can't Photoshop your way to integrity. But you can choose character, one decision at a time. Bonus: you'll get to hear what happens when an actor builds backstory for a minor film role—and accidentally unlocks destiny. Don't miss it.

This 7-part series is brought to you by the book DESTINY: Rich or Poor, Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny.

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A Volleying Shutdown — CLOSED

In this episode, we take a steady look at a government showdown that brought the nation to a halt—one shaped by repeated votes, political posturing, and a tug-of-war that stretched far beyond party lines.

What pushed this shutdown to last as long as it did? What motives were driving each side? And why did a routine process turn into a national standoff?

To make sense of it all, I walk through the story like a tight volleyball match—volleys, blocks, resets, and long rallies where no one seems willing to let the ball hit the floor. Each side swings. Each side counters. But the scoreboard? It never seems to change.

I'm not here to sensationalize it. Just to break it down clearly, step by step, and offer a grounded standpoint from my view based on the information presented, in the middle of all the noise.

If you've ever wondered how political strategy, timing, and stubbornness can turn into a match that drags on far too long, this one is worth your time. The story goes deeper than the headlines with a hidden truth that might have well been brought to light—and the ripple effects reach further than most people notice.

Let's talk about it.

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Think you're just brushing your teeth or scrolling your phone again? Think again. Your habits are basically your future dressed in sweatpants. In this episode, Josh C. Jones pulls back the curtain on the sneaky, silent forces that shape your life more than talent, timing, or even your Aunt Cheryl's advice. Spoiler: Destiny isn't made in dramatic moments—it's built one boring, bite-sized decision at a time.

Whether you're a creature of habit or just a creature of chaos, this episode will have you laughing, nodding, and maybe nervously eyeing your daily routine. With a little tough love and a lot of encouraging truths, Josh shows us how to trade destructive ruts for intentional routines—and reminds us that building good habits doesn't require perfection, just consistency... and maybe a calendar that isn't buried under pizza coupons.

This 7-part series is brought to you by the book DESTINY: Rich or Poor, Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny.

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Congratulations! You've made it past the thoughts and words stage. Now it's time to get off the couch. In this episode, Josh C. Jones makes it clear: destiny doesn't just float down from the sky like a cosmic Amazon delivery—you've got to act. Because guess what? The universe isn't fooled by motivational posters if your habits say "nap first, dream later."

With a blend of real talk, inspiring stories, and a few chuckles at our collective tendency to "mean well" but "do meh," this episode shows how every small action becomes a building block of your future. Whether you're chasing a dream or trying to stop hitting snooze 12 times every morning, this episode will either motivate you… or guilt you into taking that first step. Either way, it works.

This 7-part series is brought to you by the book DESTINY: Rich or Poor, Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny.

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Words: tiny sounds, big consequences. In this witty and wisdom-packed episode, Josh C. Jones explores how your mouth isn’t just for eating tacos or awkward small talk—it’s shaping your future. From the power of positive speech to the dangers of casual negativity, this episode takes the old saying “sticks and stones may break my bones” and kindly tells it to sit down and shut up.

You’ll hear ancient parables, biblical truth bombs, and one particularly smug bird trick (no birds were harmed in the making of this podcast) that proves your words really do have power. Whether you’re a serial sarcasm offender or someone who talks down to yourself more than your worst enemy ever could, this episode is your wake-up call. Think of it as a verbal gym session for your destiny—minus the sweating.

This 7-part series is brought to you by the book DESTINY: Rich or Poor, Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny

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Ever feel like your brain is the unruly roommate who eats all your snacks and never takes out the mental trash? In this episode of Destiny Decoded, Josh C. Jones takes us on a deep dive into the chaos, creativity, and downright bizarre power of our thoughts. With 60,000 thoughts running wild in your head every day—most of them leaning negative—it’s no wonder you sometimes feel like you’re stuck in a motivational dumpster fire. But what if you could change all that?

Through hilarious stories (yes, limburger cheese is involved), science-backed insights, and punchy quotes that’ll make your frontal lobe do a fist pump, this episode reveals how your thoughts shape not just your attitude, but your destiny. If you’ve ever shouted “The whole world stinks!” without checking your own metaphorical mustache, this one’s for you. Tune in to learn how to recalibrate your mental GPS and choose thoughts that lead you to success—not stress.

This 7-part series is brought to you by the book DESTINY: Rich or Poor, Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny

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The Right Side: Not Just the Winning Side

In an age where outrage is currency and victory is prized above virtue, this podcast dares to ask: What is the cost of winning if it means losing our soul?

The Right Side challenges the growing belief that power is more important than principle. Through powerful storytelling and unflinching honesty, this episode calls us to rise above tribalism, outrage, and hatred — to reclaim empathy, courage, truth, and moral clarity.

From political violence and cultural chaos to the erosion of values and compassion, this message cuts through the noise and reminds us: being on the winning side is easy… but being on the right side is what truly matters.

If you’re ready to think deeply, feel deeply, and be moved to stand for what’s right — even when it costs — this is your call to action.

Because character matters more than applause. Truth matters more than victory.

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Are you the architect of your own future—or just the unlucky extra in a cosmic soap opera? In this kickoff episode of Destiny Decoded, Josh C. Jones tackles the age-old question: are we fated to follow a predetermined script, or are we free to improvise? If you’ve ever blamed your horoscope for a bad day or wondered why your life isn’t narrated by Morgan Freeman, you’re in the right place.

With humor, insight, and a few punches of perspective, Josh walks us through the dilemma of destiny—why it's not as much about luck or fate as it is about the power of choice. Whether you're dodging bad decisions like potholes or stuck wondering why your life feels like reruns, this episode will help you realize that you’re not stuck with the script—you’re holding the pen. Let’s rewrite your scene, shall we?

This 7-part series is brought to you by the book DESTINY: Rich or Poor, Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny

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The Civil War was the bloodiest war fought on American soil, and it was fought by Americans. But there have been many misconceptions about this time of American history; some are understandably so, and others are done intentionally. In this 4-part series we will take a look at some of the Civil War's forgotten history and dive a little deeper into the rough waters known as the history of slavery in America. Some of what we discover might shock you; some might outright offend you; but it is only through research that we can truly understand this time in America and hopefully become better informed about topics that have become so political in our time that families tear each other apart with hate and end this ignorance that divides Americans.

We will learn more about the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln, General Robert E. Lee, secession, state’s rights, the Union, and slavery.

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The Civil War was the bloodiest war fought on American soil, and it was fought by Americans. But there have been many misconceptions about this time of American history; some are understandably so, and others are done intentionally. In this 4-part series we will take a look at some of the Civil War's forgotten history and dive a little deeper into the rough waters known as the history of slavery in America. Some of what we discover might shock you; some might outright offend you; but it is only through research that we can truly understand this time in America and hopefully become better informed about topics that have become so political in our time that families tear each other apart with hate and end this ignorance that divides Americans.

We will learn more about the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln, General Robert E. Lee, secession, state’s rights, the Union, and slavery.

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The Civil War was the bloodiest war fought on American soil, and it was fought by Americans. But there have been many misconceptions about this time of American history; some are understandably so, and others are done intentionally. In this 4-part series we will take a look at some of the Civil War's forgotten history and dive a little deeper into the rough waters known as the history of slavery in America. Some of what we discover might shock you; some might outright offend you; but it is only through research that we can truly understand this time in America and hopefully become better informed about topics that have become so political in our time that families tear each other apart with hate and end this ignorance that divides Americans.

We will learn more about the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln, General Robert E. Lee, secession, state’s rights, the Union, and slavery.

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The Civil War was the bloodiest war fought on American soil, and it was fought by Americans. But there have been many misconceptions about this time of American history; some are understandably so, and others are done intentionally. In this 4-part series we will take a look at some of the Civil War's forgotten history and dive a little deeper into the rough waters known as the history of slavery in America. Some of what we discover might shock you; some might outright offend you; but it is only through research that we can truly understand this time in America and hopefully become better informed about topics that have become so political in our time that families tear each other apart with hate and end this ignorance that divides Americans.

We will learn more about the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln, General Robert E. Lee, secession, state’s rights, the Union, and slavery.

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A powerful and provocative political poem that explores the erosion of liberty and constitutional principles in the face of unchecked executive power. Through vivid imagery and a rhythmic structure, we draw parallels between historical monarchy and modern political leadership—suggesting that while kings may not wear crowns today, their methods of suppression, censorship, and control persist under new guises. With this poem we critique the consolidation of authority, the circumvention of democratic process, and the silencing of dissent, all while calling you to recognize the fragility of freedom when the people grow complacent.

Blending satire with a deep sense of patriotic lament, we question the legitimacy of political figures who operate beyond the reach of law and accountability. With this poem we will touch on themes of censorship, policy overreach, pandemic mandates, immigration secrecy, and election integrity, all while invoking the ghost of tyranny once thought defeated.

This poem is both a warning and a wake-up call—a reminder that true leadership must answer to the people, and that liberty demands constant vigilance.

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Are you getting paid peanuts for the work you do? If so, what can you do about it?

Are you paying someone else peanuts for their work? If so, have you just created a circus?

I found this quote in a very unlikely place, but it fits well with most people’s perceptions and stations in life. What is that quote? Listen and find out.

But know this: You are worth more than you think.

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Can a tool be evil? Is an inanimate object inherently evil?

What are your thoughts on this? Well, mine are expressed in this episode.

In this episode we will tackle what should be an easy-to-answer question: Is a tool evil? Are guns evil? Can a tool commit a crime?

Listen as we talk about the obvious and some people’s heads explode with obvious, logical, and objective reasoning.

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What is foolish? What is good judgment? Is there any type of good when judging?

Proverbs 26:4-5 says, “Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you yourself will be just like him. Answer a fool according to his folly, or he will be wise in his own eyes.”

Listen as we take apart this passage and discuss the topic of which we all fall into from time to time but one which only wisdom can escape.

You will want to hear part 2.

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Proverbs 26:4-5 says, “Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you yourself will be just like him. Answer a fool according to his folly, or he will be wise in his own eyes.”

Do not debate with a fool on their own terms. That is a futile action.

But who is a fool? What is a fool? How do you talk to fools?

Listen as we take apart this passage and discuss the topic of which we all fall into from time to time but one which only wisdom can escape.

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What are you leaving behind when you die?

Are you teaching the next generation the right things? The right behavior? The right truth?

Let’s walk this road together as we discover what it means to leave a legacy and how we can build a legacy worth leaving behind.

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Is the one worth it?

Have you ever found yourself in a place of questioning your work? Do you feel like all the time and effort and energy and resources you’ve so diligently poured into what you are doing is not making a difference? Is it not worth it?

I have. I’ve fought those same negative questions, that same negative thinking. But what do you do when the statistics that you can view don’t match your expectations? What do you do when people tell you to quit, to stop wasting your time, that no one cares?

Listen as I help explain why your voice matters, why you should ignore those negative thoughts and negative people, and why you should keep going, because someone does care.

How do I know? Listen as I explain and hopefully encourage you to not give up.

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There have been an estimated 117 billion people in all of existence, and an estimated 80 billion could be lost for all eternity.

How can we help those lost, and how can we keep them from choosing to be separated for eternity? By telling your story.

It’s time for you to tell your story of the good news. It’s time for you to tell your story of your relationship with Jesus. It’s time to tell your story about how God helped you.

People will still choose to deny Jesus, but no one can deny your story.

Tell your story!

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Did you know that there have been an estimated 117 billion humans that have existed on this earth since the beginning? According to some statistics, that is.

Out of 117 billion, how many could very well be lost for eternity? Billions.

Why? Because it will be their choice.

Listen and learn why billions could be lost, and they would be accountable for their own eternity of being a lost soul.

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Here one moment and gone the next. Billions and billions of people lost forever.

Is there hope for the afterlife? Do we just disappear? Do we all, regardless of how good or evil we were, go to the same place when we die?

Listen to learn why it’s so important to live this life correctly and why there is good news.

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What happens when you die? Is there an afterlife? How many people will be lost for eternity?

If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions or questions similar, then you don’t want to miss this episode… or the three others that follow.

No matter what happens when we die, billions of people will be lost for eternity.

Why?

Listen to learn more!

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Do you remember the ignorance and idiocracy that ran amok many years ago? Well, I do, because I wrote a short blog about it, which is now a podcast episode.

Anyway. During that time, I asked myself a few questions based on the assertion that these groups, particularly for this episode, a person said in an interview about their violent acts of love and tolerant intolerance.

They said, “People have a right to take down symbols of racism…”

That in and of itself sounds like something everyone could agree on, right? On a surface level, really. But what if we were to actually use our critical thinking skills and open our eyes to reality?

Listen as we ask some meaningful questions and check on the validity of this statement.

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The 2024 presidential election is over, but the hysteria continues.

For any election, really, how can we cope with a new administration, a new person in the office as President of the United States of America? How can we rest our fears on the chopping block of truth?

Listen as Josh tells you the best advice that he has heard on this topic when it comes to political elections.

Okay, so he read it online, not heard it, so what? It’s still good advice that he is willing to share for free with you.

“If you voted… and you are feeling that the election result is truly horrifying, do this one simple thing for your mental health:”

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How should a Christian even begin to try to decide who to cast their vote for?

Really, how should anyone who claims to believe in the Bible, God, follow Jesus, or even wear the title of Christian, Jew, Catholic, etc. even begin to decide who would be the best person on the ballot to cast their vote for?

Voting is your right, and it is how you express your values and show your support for what you want this country to become.

Listen as we discover how easy it truly is sometimes for a follower of Jesus, a believer in God, and a follower of the Bible to truly begin to understand who might be the best candidate on any ballot to cast their vote for.

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“The two enemies of the people are criminals and government, so let us tie the second down with the chains of the Constitution so the second will not become the legalized version of the first.” Thomas Jefferson

Freedom, as we know, is not free; and it can and is easily taken by those who would oppose it. But how could a citizen base who lives in freedom and claims to support freedom so easily hand that very freedom over to those who wish to take it?

Well, as Thomas Paine is quoted, “Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must, like men, undergo the fatigue of supporting it.”

But what if we are losing our freedoms one slice at a time? What if the very citizens are giving their freedoms away with each cut to their very comfortable and conformable lives and their desire for dependence over responsibility? What if a nation could quietly be put to death by a thousand cuts?

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This is the final episode in the 10 Commandments series. In this episode, we discuss the commands that deal with having a good life and a good relationship with your fellow neighbor—that is, every person on this earth.

You might be surprised at how many of these commands from God you not only follow in your everyday life but that you openly support, defend, and uphold as good and truthful commands. Yes, even the most hardcore atheists, even if they might not follow these commands in their own lives, believe their neighbor should follow and respect them in order to receive good treatment.

And find out why these commands are so vital to a good, just, moral, and better-behaved society and education system.

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There is a path to living a better life in relationship with God. That is what we will discuss in this episode: the part of the 10 Commandments that deals with a relationship with God.

We will explain what all 10 of the Ten Commandments are, but our focus will be on helping each other understand the importance of a proper relationship between us and God, based on God’s commands.

Even if you think this does not apply to you, but you believe that all religions follow the same “god” but just under a different name, then you should be interested in understanding these commands even more, if for nothing else than to help you understand your neighbor better.

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The Bible is the most popular and widely read book in the world. However, it is also the least understood among those whose chosen foundation is anti-biblical and anti-God. Yet, even with this open disregard for truth, those who shun biblical teaching still know deep down that these teachings are true, and they still attempt to follow God’s commands, knowing God is right.

Listen as we dive a little deeper into the Ten Commandments and show just a little more why even those who reject God and biblical teachings know in their hearts that God is right.

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Do you know the history of the Ten Commandments in America? How about just a small portion of it?

Did you know that the Ten Commandments have been a part of our nation and politics since the very beginning of the United States of America’s founding?

Listen as we explore some of the history of why these moral codes are not only important to our lives and society but also why it was reasoned they should have no place in our education system more than 150 years after our founding, and why this reasoning is flawed and goes against the very founders of this great country.

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Join me as we briefly discuss what the Ten Commandments are, which will be detailed more later, and who they are written to.

We will also discuss the poison that is traveling through the veins of our nation here in America, which is known as political correctness.

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Why are the 10 Commandments important to not just any society but, more precisely, American society?

Why would I even dare bring up this topic as an intolerant religious belief?

Listen as I explain why I felt it was necessary for us to discuss the Ten Commandments before we go further into a brief history of the Ten Commandments in America and why they are a fundamental pillar of American history and are still followed to this day by the very same people who seek to destroy and bury such rich, powerful, and vital American heritage.

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Do you shy away from the topics of politics and religion?

Why? Do you understand how important these two topics are to a nation? To a government? To the people?

There is a pulse running through the vein of a nation, and that pulse can be healthy or flatline in just one generation.

Politics is that pulse; you are the voice of that pulse, and religion, believe it or not, is a foundational vein in the nation of America.

Listen as Josh explains his idea of why we are told to avoid the topics of religion and politics, and learn a little more about why it is so important that you do not avoid these two topics.

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Have you ever wondered where the most successful people first begin to search for and find their success?

Listen as we dive into the very first place, the very first step, and the very first decision that must be made by any individual desiring to find their success in life. Yes, it is the very same place where all of us must traverse, and it is the universal first step in achieving success.

I’ll give you a hint: it’s common sense, something any one of us could do, and yet, it's also the most difficult for most people.

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Did you know that either you are in control or you allow something else to control you?

Your foundation is where your decisions will emanate from. Your foundation is where your belief will grow. Your belief will help in your decision-making and determining who or what is in control.

Where are you coming from? What have you already decided?

Who or what is truly in control?

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Misinformation has become a key word and topic in our society. Through political power, we have seen so much information be censored, canceled, hidden from the public eye, and classified by those same political powers in charge as “misinformation,” or lies.

But why?

Have you stopped to honestly, logically, objectively, and critically ask any questions? Why the sudden push for a one-thought pattern? Why the strong-arm approach to silence any dissenting views, facts, or news reports from the current main stream? Why the blatant blind-eye to the proven misinformation used to cancel the proven true information?

In this poem, we take a logical and objective look at the “why” question and find a simple but relevant answer.

“Making the simple complicated is commonplace; making the complicated simple, awesomely simple, that’s creativity.” Charles Mingus

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It might sound cliched, funny, ridiculous, but it is absolutely true.

YOUR WORDS HOLD POWER!

Listen to this episode and understand a little more how, by the words you choose to think and speak, you can wield such power.

Will you build or will you destroy?

Will you learn or will you denigrate?

The choice is yours, as is the way in which you wield the power of your words.

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Did you know your behavior will showcase if you are patient or not?

What is patience and do you actually have any of it?

Listen as we discuss this all-powerful and very important character trait that will help make your life much more joyful and, well, just so much better. Or you could choose to not incorporate this trait and live a stressed, anxious, angry, and troublesome life.

Listen to this episode and enrich your life with more patience!

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Monkey see, Monkey do is a fantastic idiom for choosing your friends, your circle of influence, wisely.

Do you know why your mouth spits out some of the diarrhea it does? Do you know why your behavior is wicked? Do you know why you act cocky, irritating, disrespectful, etc.? Do you know why you are generous, loving, helpful?

This isn’t the only or full reason, but it is an important one.

The people you choose to associate with will rub off on you, just as you can on them.

We need each other in this life; we share with each other in this life; but we also must learn to be wise and choose carefully.

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America. Who was she? What has she become?

John Adams once said, “Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.”

Liberty, according to our founders here in America, could not exist without morality, which itself cannot exist without religion, but not just any religion, as their lives were examples of and their writings clearly indicate.

The argument of our founders and of their generation was so widespread that it was indisputable by facts; and According to James Hutson of the Library of Congress, “America’s founders believed that republican government requires a moral citizenry and that religion is necessary for morality.”

Is America a beacon of hope, still? Is there still patriotism? Americans?

In this episode we will look at a few quick examples and also encourage you to read the poem AMERICA Then and Now (a poem by Josh C. Jones), which you can find on Amazon.

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Society has declined. We are told every day that racism is rampant, crime is surging, murder and shootings are becoming normal occurrences, education scores have plummeted, kids are becoming more and more disrespectful and violent, and morality, good character, and truth have been evaporating from culture.

Evolution states that all came from nothing and that out of randomness and chaos came order; we are told that the world should be getting better—more righteous, good, more enlightened, and more generous.

But is that really what we are seeing?

Or has something been removed, something foundational to a moral people and a society of order?

Let’s talk about this and see if we can’t, individually, answer this question of “What happened?”

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Is reality real? Is truth subjective or objective? Are we truly trying to live in a non-fiction world, or have we suspended our disbelief for the real world to appease our emotions, feelings, and desires and to justify our sensual pleasures?

In reality, we cannot change the objective truth, for truth is not subjective or relative, or it would no longer be the truth.

Listen as we read some hard-to-swallow truth that helps explain why this life is a give-and-take and why the feeling of entitlement is nothing more than selfish taking.

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What is reality?

Can all people be treated the same in reality?

Can all people truly be treated fairly at all times and in all circumstances?

In reality, no, we cannot truly treat all people the same, and we do not treat all people at all times in all circumstances fairly.

Some people want the opportunity to work, learn, grow, and earn things, while others, sadly, act as they feel—entitled.

Listen to some brief logical reasoning from questions and comments posted on social media about why.

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The freedom to cancel in order to cancel freedom?

Have we really been using racism to fight perceived racism and instilling a culture of canceling freedom and differing ideologies to find a utopia of “equity” and “freedom”?

In the name of fighting supposed white supremacy, did we really cancel the legacy of a pioneering black woman?

Decide for yourself how far we have fallen and how looney we have become as a society in this short but informative podcast episode: The Racist Cancellation to Cancel Racism

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Leave my body alone; pay for my body, but leave it alone.

In this episode, we will try to discuss, as well as we can in our short time together, the importance of life, such as our (in America) right to Life.

Research has shown the number one reason for abortion is financial concerns, with the timing or partner being wrong and the woman’s quality of life (future plans) being interrupted or potentially lowered due to the child; near the bottom was health.

Can we truly, in good conscience and in the best interest of a child, terminate their life just because?

Some can, some can’t.

But what about you?

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“To be a drag queen is to be reborn, over and over again, in an image of your own creation. This is empowering.” Heidi Klaassen, Salon.com

To remake yourself in your own image, to be reborn—brought back to life—and to undergo a complete spiritual change—to be your own god—this is empowering; this is self-love.

In the few minutes we have, we will look at this main question: “Ask not why the children should not see drag queens; ask why drag queens crave an audience of children?”

Why is this question so insightful when thought about outside of the current bias? What is the reasoning behind this question?

Listen to this episode as we tackle this question and other statements that have been circulating, as we attempt to follow the flickering light of truth and find the most logical path in a dark world.

As I read from the “Gays Against Groomers” Twitter page, “Our whole ‘community’ has been taken over by pedophiles and groomers.”

As a 9-year-old drag queen named Miss Mae Hem has seen but may not understand yet, when he danced in an Ohio bar for adults as they threw money at him, why crave an audience of children?

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Affirm a child’s identifier immediately or else.

“Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passions, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.” (John Adams)

There are a few things that this world demands of others, but they all revolve around the forceful affirmation of, often times, a false identity.

In this episode, we will discuss an aspect of the affirmation side when it comes to children.

What?

The world says that you must affirm their lifestyle and opinion—their worldview—or be shamed, fired, sued, canceled, etc., but don’t expect the same idea of affirmation in return; in other words, live by their definition of “new tolerance” rather than true tolerance.

“We're so preoccupied with protecting children from disappointment and discomfort that we're inadvertently excusing them from growing up.” (LZ Granderson)

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Have you ever wondered why the attack on God and what God stands for has become increasingly rampant?

No God in schools; no God in public; no God in politics; no God in church buildings—remember when they tried to shut down church services?

Listen as Josh explains why both religion and politics are important and inseparable, and hear his deductive reasoning on why culture and certain political ideologies are trying so hard to cancel God and His commands from society, the next generation, and the United States of America.

Like Benjamin Franklin so wisely put it, "Freedom is not a gift bestowed upon us by other men, but a right that belongs to us by the laws of God and nature."

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If you repeat a lie long enough, people will begin to think it true; and afterward, those who speak the truth will be viewed as crazy lunatics and conspiracy nuts.

Anyway. I'm back, and I have some great episodes for you to listen to. So much great information; so much great revelation; so much great, well, stuff.

Listen to each episode to learn a new insight, find that nugget of positivity and hidden truth, and try to see from a new perspective.

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What is Easter? Why is it so important? How does it apply to our lives?

Listen as Josh explains, the best way he can, the reason we celebrate Easter, why Good Friday is really good, and the importance of unconditional love, grace, mercy, and sacrifice, in this powerful message.

You will be happy you listened.

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Listen to the Christmas story in a way you've never heard it before!

Listen to the account of the Christmas story as told in this unique, educational, and entertaining way that only the talent of the From My Standpoint podcast can.

You will learn new insights into the story of Jesus that you might have never realized or thought of before.

Be entertained and uplifted with not just another informative podcast but one told in story form—music, sound effects, voice acting, and fun for the whole family.

You will love this version of the Christmas story.

Voice Talents by:

Christopher R.P. Jones
Judy B. Jones
Diana Hudgins
Josh C. Jones

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Time for a break!

But not before I let you know what has been written that you haven't heard yet!

And not before I give you one more bold stand against the "ism's" that are the enemy of my God and Home.

Also, you will enjoy the philosophical musing at the end.

P.S.

You will enjoy this Wisdom of Dad Joke. :)

Until next time, stand firm, trust God, and change the perspective for a better understanding.

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The enemy is fantastic at deceiving us. The enemy can easily use subtle tactics, our ignorance of a subject or our selfish desires, to manipulate the truth and cause us to go astray.

In this episode, Josh tries to show you one of the enemy’s subtle deceptions he has been finding on social media, and he explains the Truth, thus debunking the enemy’s lie.

Do you love your neighbor? Do you love them enough to speak the Truth? Do you know the Truth behind the enemy’s art of subtle deception?

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Do you support the Constitution of the United States? Do you believe in “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness? Do you support our unalienable, God-given rights?

The Supreme Court, in June of 2022, struck down Roe versus Wade.

In this episode, we will discuss the WORLDLY truth (the CONSTITUTION and the individual’s RIGHTS) of this decision: What does the Constitution say? Where does our law and founding ideals stand on this?

You will get the chance learn some hidden and oftentimes trashed or distorted American history, learn some untold truth behind the original Roe V Wade decision, and decide for yourself if you truly do support the Constitution and our Rights or not.

The lies have already spread, the deceit and hate has been planted, the division has begun for political agendas.

Understand the facts, grab hold of the truth, and choose if you will stand with our founding ideals and Constitution or side with the belief that they are outdated and our founding needs a complete overhaul.

You get to decide, but you do not get to rewrite history or deny the truth.

NOTES:

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Patriotic Intro Music:
Ultimate Victory
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Do you claim to believe in the Bible, Jesus, God? Do you wear the title of Christian, Jew, or Catholic?

The Supreme Court, in June of 2022, struck down Roe versus Wade.

In this episode, we will discuss the biblical truth of this decision: What does the bible say? Where does God stand? What is our mission should we truly believe in God and the Bible?

The lies have spread, the deceit and hate has been planted, the division has begun.

In this episode, you will get the chance to check your faith, see if you truly do believe, learn more biblical truth for your life, and understand the hard reality of living in a fallen world.

Understand the facts, grab hold of the truth, and choose if you will stand with God or in defiance against Him.

NOTES:

This podcast uses these sounds from freesound:
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Patriotic Intro Music:
Ultimate Victory
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Color is a big issue in some societies. Some people see only in black and white, while others see in a variety of colors, and then there are some who don’t see any color at all.

Listen as we learn to see from a different perspective and view real issues, products, teachings, and sayings that we just accept for one reason or another. But in this episode, we will ask the question Is It Acceptable if we view it from a different perspective?

We will look at the adjectives, greeting cards, and Critical Race Theory.

Throughout this five-part series, you have had the opportunity to decide for yourself if what we discuss is acceptable to your or not, and now you get to put that to the test by answering a simple “yes” or “no” after viewing the world through a different lens.

NOTES:

This podcast uses these sounds from freesound:
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Patriotic Intro Music:
Ultimate Victory
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Pride.

Do you have pride? Do you know what pride is?

In this episode we will tackle that topic of pride and pride month.

Society and culture have allowed some perverse and indecent activities to parade around as pride, and we have allowed lewd and pornographic materials and images into our children through education and society.

Hear where I come from (my foundation), learn what pride is, find out what pride month showcases and its meaning, and learn a new word.

This episode is jam-packed with insightful information and perspective.

You don’t want to skip this episode!

Throughout this five-part series, you will have the opportunity to decide for yourself if what we discuss is acceptable to you or not? It is a simple “yes,” or “no.”

NOTES:

This podcast uses these sounds from freesound:
sounds 1 & 2 by code_box(https://freesound.org/s/558059/)
sound 3 by dr_skitz (https://freesound.org/s/353925/)

Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Patriotic Intro Music:
Ultimate Victory
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In this episode, we will discuss the topic of “segregation.”

It is alive and well in our society, but can you see it? Do you support it? Is it acceptable to you or not?

In this five-part series, we will tackle some of those taboo topics, some of those politically incorrect topics, some of those topics that do matter but we often shy away from out of fear, threats, ignorance, and, sometimes, blindness.

Topics such as: Segregation, Critical Race Theory, BLM, Pride, Color Power, American, God, and others.

Throughout this five-part series, you will have the opportunity to decide for yourself if what we discuss is acceptable to you or not? It is a simple “yes,” or “no.”

NOTES:

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sound 2 by dr_skitz (https://freesound.org/s/353925/)
Sound 3 by dr_skitz (https://freesound.org/s/353925/)
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Patriotic Intro Music:
Ultimate Victory
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Abortion.

Abortion is a big topic, again, and, yet, so many people struggle with an answer on this. They struggle with picking a stance, they struggle with who and what they claim to believe in and have faith in and what they or their party desires.

Who you serve will help you find your answer.

Your god will lead you.

A God of life, or a god of death?

Remember, the next generation is in your hands.

Throughout this five-part series, you will have the opportunity to decide for yourself if what we discuss is acceptable to you or not? It is a simple “yes,” or “no.”

Patriotic Intro Music:
Ultimate Victory
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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There are many things in life that we tolerate, support, stand against, or, sometimes, are apathetic to. But have you ever stopped to truly ask yourself if something, especially something that might not personally affect you, but could very well have an effect on your children and the next generation, is acceptable to you or not?

In this four-part series, we will tackle some of those taboo topics, some of those politically incorrect topics, some of those topics that do matter but we often shy away from out of fear, threats, ignorance, and, sometimes, blindness.

Topics such as: Segregation, Critical Race Theory, BLM, Pride, Color Power, American, God, and others.

Throughout this four-part series, you will have the opportunity to decide for yourself if what we discuss is acceptable to you or not? It is a simple “yes,” or “no.”

NOTES:

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Patriotic Intro Music:
Ultimate Victory
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Which side do you take when someone tells you “your voice does not matter”?

Are you standing firm on your foundation, and do you understand and believe that your voice matters? It does; and you do, too.

You matter, your voice matters, and you should never let someone silence your voice…so long as you are not speaking from the gutter as well.

Be tough, but be gentle.

Can you Forgive in these instances?

Are we strong enough to stand firm and to forgive?

NOTES:

Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Poetry. Life. I believe poetry to be not just an art form, but many things in life: the speedy fluttering of the hummingbird’s wings, the nimble agility of the squirrel, the hypnotic movements of the snake, the beautiful color patterns of a sunset, the roses are red, violets are blue cliché. We all are drawn to

Stories that reveal to us

Poetry in life

Poetry is everywhere; Poetry is Life.

NOTES:

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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(satire)

Gun Control

Why is gun control so important? And how do we stop these self-determined, willfully compliant killing-machines? In this episode, Josh takes a look at some of the most common arguments he hears in support for gun control and why it is important. Do you support the Second Amendment? Do you support personal responsibility and accountability? Do you support saving a person, a child, a baby’s life? Then hear some chiseled and cozen logical reasoning, tactics, and individual “truth,” for why we must have more gun control and stop people from dying by these very living and conscious lead poisoning tools.

NOTES:

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Faith.

Without faith, there is no confidence; without confidence, there is no trust; without trust, there is no firm foundation; without a firm foundation, there is no solid ground on which to stand; if you can’t stand firm, then there is no integrity.

Do you have the faith to accept and be accepted?

Listen and learn as Josh discusses faith and how we are all accepted by God, how all lives matter.

Are vegans weak? Are meat eaters strong? (Romans 14:2)

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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FEAR…dressed in the guise of safety. From Vaccines to news, how does the world use our emotions, namely fear, to sell us a product or narrative?

In this episode, we discuss the concept of fear by using wisdom from three sources: the T.V. show Ice Pilots, and two books, World War Z and A Great Awakening Is Coming!

Listen as we dive into a must hear story speaking of a similar thing we have all been living through, known to us as the Covid-19 pandemic, but known to the survivors of WWZ as the rabies pandemic.

What wisdoms can we learn from these unlikely sources?

NOTES:

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Have you ever wanted to be a success in life? How about respected? Listen as Josh explains about his new book Entrepreneur: Road Map For Success (five characteristics of the successful and respected), hear some excerpts from his book, and learn why he wants you to read this book—Josh believes that you can be successful and he hopes to show you and encourage you how in his new book!

NOTES:

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Sound 5 by milton (https://freesound.org/s/242701/)
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The final of the four-part Q&A series!

What will Josh C. Jones say about the topics Random Voice of Questions has chosen to finish asking Josh about in this final part — Q&A PART IV?

Find out now by listening!

What is freedom? Is there anyone we can look to for charity? Who has value? Is there any justice?

America, Security, and what all Americans can, according to Josh, agree on and cheer together — COMMON GROUND.

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Sound 2 by deleted_user_96253 (https://freesound.org/s/351304/)
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Random Voice of Questions continues his questions and Josh continues to answer based on his belief, understanding and perception, which, after PART I and PART II, we now know can be considered slightly controversial to some.

But join us anyway and hear PART III the four-parter Q&A special!

You’ll hear more about being equal (equality), opportunity (there is a lot of opportunity), and education (also, responsibility and accountability with such education).

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Sound2, 3, 4, 5 by arseniiv (https://freesound.org/s/321515/)
Sound6 by symphoid (https://freesound.org/s/159183/)
Sound7, 8 by deleted_user_96253 (https://freesound.org/s/351304/)

Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Christmas is a time of year where we spread cheer and joy by giving gifts and spending time with family and loved ones.

But what exactly is that “Christmas Spirit” that we keep speaking of?

Listen to some history about this special holiday and how some past events share similar meanings.

Learn some new insights and understandings, and learn to look at things from a new perspective.

Learn what Christmas is really about and what it really is.

Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Random Voice of Questions asks Josh C. Jones even more questions, this time about topics such as: Happiness (the third of the core values Josh spoke of in PART I), Opportunity (here in America), and some information on American History.

You don’t want to miss Q&A PART II!!!

You will hear much insightful information and perceptions. We are sure of it.

This podcast uses these sounds from freesound:
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Join as Random Voice of Questions hosts for the first time and asks Josh important, and sometimes controversial, questions. In PART I, hear about News, Journalism, Core Values and Education!

What controversial things will Josh say?

What new insights will Josh reveal?

How will Random Voice of Questions do as he hosts for the first time?

Find out by listening to this very informative, insightful, educational, and enjoyable episode!

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Sound2 by jessepash (https://freesound.org/s/139973/)
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Is Capitalism or Socialism the best way for wealth creation, a strong economy, and the taking care of its citizens (in lifting people from poverty and helping the most desolate)?

Listen Josh explains these questions and tries to find a possible answer.

After hearing these two episodes (Socialism and Capitalism) we should now be in a better position to make a more informed decision.

But don’t forget to do your own independent research as well.

NOTES:

This podcast uses these sounds from freesound:
Sound 1 by Reitanna (https://freesound.org/s/215381/)
Sound 2 by Reitanna (https://freesound.org/s/351173/)

Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Is Socialism or Capitalism the best way for wealth creation, a strong economy, and the taking care of its citizens (in lifting people from poverty and helping the most desolate)?

Listen Josh explains these questions and tries to find a possible answer.

But hold your thought until you hear the next part, which is titled Capitalism.

NOTES:

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Sound 1 by Rudmer_Rotteveel (https://freesound.org/s/316916/)
Sound 2 by Airborne80 (https://freesound.org/s/218370/)

Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Who controls you? What controls you?

Do you realize how important our emotions and feelings are, and how often we hand control over our lives to them?

Listen as Josh discusses a very important topic, that each one of use needs to hear, about what happens when we relinquish control to our emotions.

You will learn a lot!

NOTES:

This podcast uses these sounds from freesound:
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Sound 2 by code_box (https://freesound.org/s/558059/)
Sound 3, 4 by deleted_user_96253 (https://freesound.org/s/351304/)
Sound 5 by code_box (https://freesound.org/s/558059/)

Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Manipulation is a tried and true tactic of control used very effectively in each of our lives. From Government to media to education to religion to communities to families to individual lives, we are all, continuously, under the attack of manipulation.

Can you detect it when control and power are sought after in your own life?

Listen as Josh discusses this scary and every day occurrence and learn to look for it in your own life.

NOTES:

This podcast uses these sounds from freesound:

sound1 by laserlife (https://freesound.org/s/361400/)
sound 2 by rucisko (https://freesound.org/s/469489/)
sound 3 by ShortRecord (https://freesound.org/s/547274/)
sound 4 by Tomoyo Ichijouji (https://freesound.org/s/211247/)
sound 5 by deleted_user_96253 (https://freesound.org/s/351304/)
sound 6 by strathamer (https://freesound.org/s/422544/).
sound 7 by code_box (https://freesound.org/s/558059/)
sound 8 by dr_skitz (https://freesound.org/s/353925/)

Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Wisdom of Dad Joke Music:
The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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What does it mean to be angry?

2020, and part of 2021, have been full of the most pestilent of emotions: fear; of which, Anger is the expressed result. Listen as Josh discusses an ANGRY rant he read on Social Media, and hear his thoughts on it.

We will also learn of some positives that can be gleaned from all that we have witnessed; a positive you DO NOT WANT TO MISS!

NOTES:

This podcast uses these sounds from freesound:
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Sound 2 by code_box (https://freesound.org/s/558059/)
Sound 3 by BennettFilmTeacher (https://freesound.org/s/518598/)
Sound 4 by deleted_user_96253 (https://freesound.org/s/351304/)
Sound 5, 6, 7 by BennettFilmTeacher (https://freesound.org/s/518598/)
Sound 8 by qubodup (https://freesound.org/s/212764/)
Sound 9 by SieuAmThanh (https://freesound.org/s/400575/)
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Sound 12 by milton (https://freesound.org/s/242701/)
Sound 13 by code_box (https://freesound.org/s/558059/)
Sound 14 by pumodi (https://freesound.org/s/150224/)
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Teaching is more than just lecturing and tests. If you have ever questioned why teachers give tests, quizzes, or what teachers might actually have to do for their classes, then this episode is for you. If you have ever thought about taking the Secondary Teaching Methods and Practices class, then this episode is definitely for you! You will learn, just as I did, some of the hard work and creativity that goes on behind the scenes that teachers have to put in to each and every lesson. You will also hear some of the great and valuable lessons you will learn in this class. There is so much more to teaching than what we see!

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What is more precious to you? What is more valuable to you? What is it that we cannot control and, yet, it is also our choice?

Learn about the final two or the four things that you cannot get back once they are gone.

And learn about a precious present that is gifted to all of us; a present that is limited, and a present that offers many cherished opportunities.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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What do you tell yourself in those quiet moments?

What do you speak over your life? Your family? Your loved ones? Strangers?

Learn about the second of four things that you cannot get back once they are gone.

And learn about how powerful you really are when you choose to use your weapon for good; the arrows we all have in our quiver, and the arrows you choose to throw.

The weapon is ours; how we use it is our responsibility.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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How many stones do you cast in your life?

What impact are you making in the world?

Learn about the first of four things that you cannot get back once they are gone.

And learn how we might be able to better shape our life and the lives of others with the stones we choose to throw.

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What Does the Pledge of Allegiance Mean to Me?

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Are we truly as divided as we think we are? Is there any hope?

Josh explains the two most popular, and recent, political slogans and asks the questions, “Can we? Might we? Could we? Will we?” ever hold on to the ideas and ideals of greatness that made America: equality, a booming economy, protection, safety, sovereignty, prosperity, morality, Life, Liberty and the pursuit of happiness?

Listen to hear Josh’s response on why he thinks that “Yes We Can” “Make America Great Again”.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Once again, we are discovering the WISDOM found within the characters of Winnie the Pooh.

Join Josh as he discusses looking for sunshine in this world, saying goodbye, and a positive that can be found within disorganization.

Remember, wisdom can be found most anywhere, if we are willing to look for the positive and continue to hold on to hope.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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In this episode, Josh talks about what happens when we choose to defy the good Fruit in our lives. He uses his book, Destiny: Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny, to help explain this. He also uses two well-known characters and their story to illustrate the importance of choosing correctly who, or what, you will trust and who, or what, you will defy.

We will always be living in defiance, just as we will always be living in Trust.

The question is: Who will you defy, and who will you Trust?

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Destiny: Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny

Where is your focus when the storms of life try to blow you off course and the waves of perceived iniquity smack you in the face? Do you get knocked around? Do you get knocked down? Or do you focus your eyes on the prize?

Our thoughts are so powerful that they control our beliefs, and our belief will strengthen our hope or extinguish it.

Listen as Josh explains the power of our thoughts and how our focus can kill us or save us.

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Did your foundation dye in color? Maybe it’s time we repair the lenses through which we perceive our little world.

In PART II, Josh further breaks down the divide created between fellow American citizens—a well-played and powerful division tactic to keep the enemy out of sight and in control of our lives.

Can we open our eyes and see the depth, the facts, the context, and the truth?

I believe, one day, we can all experience reality.

NOTES:

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Is your world colored in either Red or Blue? Are we falling for another division tactic by the enemy?

Listen, while Josh explains how color is often used to divide us and corrupt our perception of ourselves and our world. Hear how he incorporates a personal story of watching John Wayne with our chosen rose-colored glasses.

The good journey is just as important as a righteous end.

Will we continue to be divided by color, or will we be united in our depth of reality, seeking a land of prosperity and freedom for our fellow citizen?

NOTES:

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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We all have a choice in life: plant positive or plant negative. Listen to Josh talk about a time, or two, in his life where he perceived something negative and how it affected him. And listen as he explains how our actions will have far-reaching consequences that we may never know, consequences that could greatly alter another person’s life. Our perception will also alter our view of our world and could lead us astray with assumptions and made-up intentions. What do you wish to plant in life?

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Do you pray? Is it real? Does it work?

If you have ever wondered about prayer, or if you are interested in hearing more about prayer, then listen as Josh explains a brief introduction to ‘what prayer is,’ ‘who prays,’ ‘how popular prayer is,’ ‘studies,’ and he gives you a personal experience with prayer—also known as ‘personal proof.’ You will also hear some other great wisdom, as usual, in this episode.

NOTES:

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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(Breaking the third-person) My first book is available NOW! It is a powerful book about the five traits each of us possess and have control over (if we so choose) to help shape and mold our destiny.

In this episode, Josh talks about his book Destiny: Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny, while reading some excerpts from this book, and giving a good word that where we are right now in life is not our final place, we can have more, we are destined for more, if we choose.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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DESTINY: Life or Death Choose Your Destiny

Where is your strength? What is your weakness? Is your foundation strong enough to sustain you when the weight of your sins come calling? Where are your standards?

Listen to a brief moment in the story of Samson and Delilah and hear how their story can be a great learning experience for each of our lives.

This podcast uses these sounds from freesound:
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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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What feelings, emotions, truth, or character are we exposing to the world on Social Media? Is it one we will be proud of, that we can stand firm on? Is it helping the situation? Is it even helping us grow in a positive and understanding way?

In this episode, Josh talks about two posts he saw on Social Media during this crazy year that was 2020. He breaks them down from the negative and emotion-controlled expose that they were, and shows the human nature we all fight, and finds inspiration that everyone should be able to agree with and rally behind.

Change the negative to a positive. Find the hope in the ocean of emotion. Uncover a hidden truth.

And hear Common Sense.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

There is SO MUCH GOOD INFORMATION prepared that I just wanted to let you know some of those topics that you can hear in future episodes!

One can hardly speak of correcting oneself or the future without at least learning a little something from the past.

There will be history lessons, philosophical thoughts, stories, and information about the two most popular “isms”. Ever question how our government is supposed to work? I discuss that! Like art and entertainment? So do I. I also…well, you must listen to this teaser episode to learn more and to hear any wisdom hidden within it.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Are we truly living a life of love, of servitude, of God’s commands? Are we choosing to serve another or our own selfish desires and fears and vices; are we choosing to sacrifice for another? Our fear does not demand submission from others. Our desires do not demand sacrifice and suffering from others. Our fear, desires, and life, if lived correctly, should be sacrificed for love; not suffering on our part, but understanding of another’s liberty and free will to choose for themselves. And there is no greater love than John 3:16.

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"Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Wisdom. Wisdom can be found most anywhere, if we are willing to perceive it. In this episode, the first in the “The Great Wisdom of…” series, we take a look at the wisdom of characters from one of my childhood favorites: Winnie the Pooh! Join me as we dive into some wisdoms we can all use for our lives from these famous Hundred Acre Woods characters.

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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In this special Christmas episode, Josh discusses a life-changing positive he learned in this chaotic, uncertain and tumultuous time of 2020.

In the digital age we are always on the go and we feel the need to always be moving, but what if there is an important and vital aspect of life that we are ignoring—something life-altering that could have negative effects on our eternal life if not understood?

Listen to this hidden truth and find the positive that we can, and should, incorporate into our lives.

And have a very Merry Christmas!!!

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"We Wish you a Merry Christmas" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Destiny: Life or Death, Choose Your Destiny.

This episode talks about the progress of this book, the miracles that took place with this book, gives thanks, and tells how to find this book.

This book is a powerful revelation on the power that we have over our own lives.

What if someone told you that you are destined for more?

What if someone told you that you have control over the path your destiny will take?

You are destined for more!

This book is full of insights that build upon this concept: the path to your destiny is paved by you and your choice with these five traits.

It is time we choose our destiny.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Do you stand firm in the face of adversity? Is your foundation stable?

Listen to a story of a king who, through weakness, did not stand firm and knelt before wickedness, to evil, and was willing to sacrifice his soul and the lives of others, all in an attempt to appease a bully, a thug, a dictator, a wicked king.

Why? How? What happened?

It's a story of submission, repentance, redemption, victory, and death.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Welcome the Jones Family as they reminisce about the life of their Father, husband, friend. Listen to the funny and enlightening stories from his life. Learn some universal wisdoms passed down from Leonard R. Jones to his family, wisdoms that have been positively life-changing. Better understand the intelligence, character, love, wisdom, and Godly servant that is, and was, Leonard Russell Jones.

This episode features: Cindy Carpenter, Penny Carpenter, Judy B. Jones, Christopher Russell Phillip Jones, Philip Wilson, and, of course, Josh C. Jones.

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"Cheery Monday" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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If you are a United States Veteran, then this episode is for you.

Our veterans are our guardians, they are our true heroes.

Celebrate our brave warriors with Josh in this very powerful and moving tribute. Realize the positive truth and break free from the fallacy of that false belief of unworthiness and stand tall, stand proud, stand firm in the truth that you are a hero, that you are worthy!

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Listen while Josh talks about a time in his life where he allowed his feelings and emotions to control him and lead him to a dark, depressing false belief.

Josh will explain how this is similar to a false belief he has heard expressed by many of our heroes, and find a hidden truth and positivity even in this dark and lonely place.

Hear more truths as you dive into Josh’s world and hear from his perspective—All of us have worth and are loved.

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Person, Party, or Policy? Expand your knowledge and understanding our foundation of support. How do we show our support through our vote? What are the differences between these? What is the negative in this? How do we find a positive, common ground, among everyone with our support? Learn important information and insights into our personal decisions for voting—that which helps determine our future and the future of our country that the next generation will be left because of our choice. How do we vote?

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This is an address to you, yes you, who have shown your true character - that of wickedness and of hate.

This is also a prayer for you. I pray for your redemption of character.

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Yes, they said that! Learn some history about the terms this person spit out like a discarded, cancer laden, dirty loogie of dip—words such as Fascist and Racist. And hear some uncomfortable, but true history about Nazi’s and Nazism that might just change your perception of the world around you. Answer the question of ‘who most closely resembles that which is constantly thrown around, often without historical facts or context, and what history we might be foolishly repeating?’

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Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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They said what!?! Hear a short story about an incident that we have all been involved in at some point, with one caveat. Learn the difference between a discussion and a debate. Understand better why some people hate agreement, and why some people might immediately throw derogatory, hateful, and, the word society loves now-a-days, offensive terms to label another and slander their character.

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Change the perspective from anger, fear and evil to hope, courage and good.

Learn what inspires these episodes!

Find out what S.I.N. is. Answer, WHO IS SOBER? Identify EVILDOER.

And grow in understanding and goodwill as you listen to Cindy Carpenter of Bold Identity : Bold Belief podcast and Josh C. Jones of From My Standpoint podcast discuss these topics and share some wisdom from each other’s perspectives.

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Josh delivers a thank you speech to all those who continued to help during the unprecedented and troublesome time of the globally accepted 2020 Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Josh tries to entice you to listen to upcoming shows - A tribute/proclamation; A verbal attack and a history lesson; Vote, a trick question, and deeper understanding - while still attempting to add some positivity, some enlightenment, and some entertainment.

He also briefly explains the reason for the release date that was chosen.

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Josh talks about a few critiques he has received and, based on these critiques, he explains in more detail the reasons and hopes for the From My Standpoint podcast and his intentions and hopes for the listener: To encourage free thinking, a search for the truth, and to help build a life of respect and better understanding.

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Josh further explains his reasoning for this show, the blog, and the website, and who it was that first encouraged him to begin this venture. He also speaks of what his blogs and podcast will come from and explains a reason to be encouraged to hear from another’s perspective and understanding.

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Josh discusses, in a somewhat subtle way, the issues we are facing today: panic, hate, racism, violence, etc. He asks the question, “Are we focused on the enemy, or has the enemy blinded us to their approach?” In this episode, you will hear some wisdom and have the opportunity to answer some serious and very important questions for you and our country.

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Intro/Outro Bumper Music:
Evening Melodrama Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The Curtain Rises Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Josh C. Jones introduces himself, his credentials, a bit of why he started this show (From My Standpoint), and delivers a nugget of positivity found within the ability to express yourself and stand firm. He also encourages each person to find a creative way to express their story.

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Ashley Eddy (Real name. Imdb: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6208477 http://www.imdb.com/name/nm6208477

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In this introductory episode you will learn the purpose for the From Their Standpoint podcast network and website, and you will hear from the first two shows to be hosted on the FTS website: From My Standpoint with creator and host Josh C. Jones, and Bold Identity : Bold Belief with creator and host Cindy Carpenter.

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