Unashamed with the Robertson Family

Professional magician Stephen Bargatze joins Jase, Al and Zach to recount his painful childhood, including abuse, a traumatic dog attack and the struggles that nearly cost him his life. Stephen opens up about discovering Jesus, finding his purpose through comedy and magic, and learning to extend mercy to his mother after decades of estrangement. Jase and Stephen find common ground in using entertainment to introduce people to the Gospel, while the guys tackle the biblical controversy surrounding magic and illusion. Stephen also performs a few unforgettable tricks and reflects on how God transformed his family's darkest moments into a legacy of faith, laughter and forgiveness.

In this episode: Revelation 21:8; Exodus 7–8

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Chapters

00:00 A Christian Magician Raises Some Questions

05:12 Stephen Bargatze’s Painful Childhood

10:38 From Special Education to Show Business

18:05 A Desperate Moment Changes Everything

21:32 Discovering the Truth About God’s Grace

27:06 Finding Common Ground in Faith

33:15 Magic, Poker & Double Standards

38:40 Stephen’s Unusual Bible Trick

42:25 A Final Visit to His Dying Mother

49:10 The Bargatze Family’s Secret to Finding Joy

54:30 God Has a Purpose for Every Life

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Jase recounts how a friend's tense encounter with his neighbors turned into a real-life Clint Eastwood moment, leading to a discussion about choosing between life and death. Zach digs into the disturbing history of eugenics, its connections to Nazi Germany and Planned Parenthood, and the influence he believes those ideas still have on modern culture. The guys connect the rebellion of fallen angels to Satan's claim over the earth and examine how Jesus' death and resurrection reclaimed God's creation. They also challenge popular beliefs about the end times, explore Jesus' role as our kinsman-redeemer and consider what it means for Christians to inherit the earth.

In this episode: Deuteronomy 30:15–20; Genesis 1:28; Exodus 1:7; Genesis 50:18–21; Luke 4:5–8; Jude 1:5–6; Matthew 7:15–23; Matthew 5:3–5; Hebrews 1:1–4; Hebrews 2:8–18; 2 Corinthians 11:14; Galatians 1:8; 1 Timothy 4:1; Revelation 12:9; 1 John 4:1–3; Hebrews 3:5–19; Isaiah 61:1–2; Matthew 28:19; Revelation 5:1–10; Exodus 19:5–6; Matthew 6:25–34

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Chapters

00:00 Jase’s Gnat Problem & Unwanted Advice

02:15 A Real-Life Josey Wales Moment

05:05 God’s Choice Between Life & Death

08:10 Eugenics, Darwinism & the Value of Life

15:30 The Spiritual Battle for God’s Creation

20:20 Jesus Confronts Satan’s Claim to the Earth

25:05 False Prophets & the Promise of Inheritance

28:20 Jesus as Our Kinsman-Redeemer

37:00 Christ’s Victory Over Death & Fallen Angels

43:00 The Lamb & the Earth’s Redemption

49:00 The Kingdom That Cannot Be Shaken

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Texas pastor and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico’s abortion answer sparks a challenge to the idea that planning determines a child’s worth. Jase, Al, and Zach connect the debate to God’s purpose for the family throughout Scripture, with Zach reflecting on his own five children’s unplanned beginnings. Jase also recounts a weekend with Willie, a thrill-seeking invitation from two Navy SEALs, and a 101-year-old veteran who refused to budge. The guys dig deeper into Jude, the Nephilim, and spiritual rebellion before disagreeing about whether fallen angels fully understood their choice.

In this episode: Genesis 1:28; Genesis 4:7; Numbers 13:27–33; Matthew 5:5; Matthew 16:15–18; 1 Corinthians 6:3; Philippians 2:10–11; 2 Timothy 3:1–9; Jude 1:5–7, 14–15

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Chapters

00:00 Al’s Hostage Video

02:27 Jase & Willie Reunite

04:50 Navy SEALs Challenge Jase’s Faith

12:10 A 101-Year-Old Veteran Won’t Budge

15:11 Missy’s Retreat & Madi’s Secret Identity

17:25 Jude’s Warning About Church Imposters

22:52 Mount Hermon & the Gates of Hades

26:43 Challenging the Term “Unplanned” Pregnancy

37:04 Can Fallen Angels Repent?

44:14 Godliness Without God’s Power

47:12 Giants, Nephilim & the Promised Land

52:43 Facing Spiritual Battles With Confidence

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A 3,000-year-old story hits surprisingly close to home as Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke wrap up their journey through Homer's Odyssey. Al gets personal about his and Lisa's marriage struggles, infidelity, and the hard road to restoration, while the guys consider what the ancient epic reveals about the importance of marriage, fatherhood, and the foundations of civilization. They also revisit the Robertsons' notoriously competitive family game nights, debate the difference between justice and revenge, and Zach connects the Odyssey's homecoming to the Gospel and explains how an ancient story ultimately points toward Jesus.

In this episode: Romans 1:20; Galatians 5:22–23; 1 Timothy; 2 Timothy; Matthew 25:31–46; Hebrews 13:4; 1 Corinthians 15:19; Luke 16:19–31; John 10:10; Acts 17:24–31

Today’s conversation is about Lessons 11 & 12 of The Odyssey taught by Hillsdale Professor Dr. Benedict Whalen. Take the course with us at no cost to you!

More about The Odyssey:

The Odyssey tells the tale of the cunning and crafty hero of the Trojan War on his journey home. After ten years of war, Odysseus faces another ten years of fantastic temptations, deadly monsters, treacherous seas, and impious men. Meanwhile, Ithaca is threatened by suitors who plague his wife and plunder his wealth. When Odysseus reaches home, he must slay the suitors, test the loyalty of his friends and family, and restore order to his marriage and his kingdom.

Join Dr. Benedict Whalen as he explores themes of love, marriage, kingship, duty, and piety. Encounter Homer's epic, which displays the full human experience. In a world of uncertainty, Odysseus charts a path towards peace through perseverance, prudence, and justice.

Join Odysseus on his fantastic journey home from Troy in Homer’s unrivaled story.

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Chapters

00:00 Robertson Family Game Nights Get Brutal

04:10 Zach Becomes the Alpha Dad

09:15 Odysseus' Final Battle & Homecoming

13:25 Fathers, Sons & Masculinity

18:30 Marriage, Loyalty & Civilization

24:20 Justice vs. Revenge

30:40 Penelope's Secret Plan

36:15 Al's Marriage Restoration Story

42:15 The Marriage Bed & Living Without Regret

48:10 How the Odyssey Points to Jesus

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The Jesus who offers forgiveness is also the terrifying judge we’ll face, and that’s a harder picture to hang on the wall. Jase, Al, and Zach challenge the comfortable version of Jesus that leaves out his power, authority, and judgment as they continue through Jude. The guys confront church imposters, the excuses that sustain a double life, and the temptation to treat grace as permission to keep sinning. They also trace the Bible’s warnings about fallen angels and consider a possible connection between an ancient sacrificial ritual and the spiritual forces Jesus defeated.

In this episode: Genesis 5:18–24; Genesis 6:1–3; John 17:5, 11; Acts 17:31; 1 Corinthians 7:4–5, 32–35; 1 Corinthians 10:1–13; Hebrews 11:5; Hebrews 12:22–28; Hebrews 13:2, 11–17; 2 Peter 2:1; Jude 1–6, 9, 14–16; Revelation 1:12–17

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Chapters

00:00 Imposters in the Church

01:56 Trading Freedom for Idols

05:28 The Prodigal Son’s Older Brother

08:53 The Jesus We Picture

12:09 Jesus as Judge & King

14:56 Christians Will Judge Angels

23:30 Bought at a Price

27:06 Warnings from Israel’s History

29:53 The Lion Isn’t Safe

32:04 Temptation Always Has a Way Out

37:34 Fallen Angels and Coming Judgment

44:05 The Scapegoat, Enoch & Spiritual Evil

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