In this episode of the Current Reality podcast, Michael Clary and Wade Thomas discuss Wade’s five hopes for Christmas and New Year's 2026. The episode delves into the importance of reversing the declining birth rate, the need for noble heroes, a call for grassroots interrogation of Roman Catholic teachings, and the encouragement for Christians to read the Bible more. The discussion also touches upon the desire to end the Star Wars franchise. The hosts blend humor and serious conversation about the cultural and biblical values they hold dear.

00:26 Christmas Traditions and Personal Anecdotes

01:24 Wade's Christmas Hopes and New Year's Resolutions

03:35 Discussion on Birth Rate Decline

07:05 Cultural and Societal Implications of Population Trends

16:25 The Value of Children and Family in Modern Society

29:24 The Joy of Family and Parenting

30:45 Reflecting on Frazier and Parenthood

33:04 Noble Heroes for 2026

34:13 Critiquing Modern Role Models

36:11 A Call for Christian Heroes

41:06 Grassroots Interrogation of Catholic Teachings

47:47 The Importance of Reading the Bible

56:49 The End of the Star Wars Franchise

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In this episode of the Current Reality Podcast, hosts Michael Clary and Wade Thomas explore the eerie phenomenon of AI romances, where individuals form intimate relationships with AI chatbots, and discuss the cultural and spiritual implications. Through analysis of a New York Times article and biblical scripture, they highlight the fundamental differences between human beings and artificial intelligence. They emphasize the danger of personifying and deifying AI, pointing out how it leads to a dehumanized society and warn against the folly of treating AI as a replacement for human relationships. The episode underscores the critical need to maintain our humanity in the face of advancing technology.

00:32 AI Romances and Monstrosities

01:41 The Illusion of AI Companionship

04:00 Real Relationships vs. AI

06:10 The Dangers of AI Dependency

12:11 AI's Impact on Society and Human Psyche

15:23 The Ethical and Spiritual Implications of AI

20:20 AI in Popular Culture and Future Concerns

33:22 Reasserting Human Identity in the Age of AI

36:18 The Inescapable Nature of Religion in Society

36:49 The Unique Value of Human Life

39:08 AI and the Materialist Worldview

41:50 The Limitations of AI Compared to Human Thought

46:14 The Dangers of Worshiping AI

01:02:20 The Foolishness of Deifying Creations

01:14:57 Maintaining Humanity in the Age of AI

01:16:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Resources mentioned in this episode

• New York Times Article: “They Fell in Love With A.I. Chatbots - and Found Something Real”

• Gaming AI by George Gilder

  
  

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In this episode of the Current Reality podcast, hosts Michael Clary and Wade Thomas from Christ the King Church in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, discuss the increasing liberal tilt among young women, particularly on social issues. They explore the impact of higher education, white-collar work, and the lack of traditional feminine roles on this trend. The conversation is prompted by various sources, including an article by David Mitzenmacher and insights from Ryan Burge. The hosts examine the role of the church and Christian parents in disciplining young women, urging men to take more responsibility in their households and communities. While acknowledging the challenges, they remain hopeful that God's design for men and women will ultimately prevail.01:52 Topic Introduction: The Liberal Tilt of Young Women02:00 Article Discussion: Founders Ministries02:17 Radicalization of Young Women02:41 Statistical Analysis and Trends03:25 Ryan Burge's Insights04:12 Transgender Issue and Historical Context06:04 Election Results and Young Women's Voting Patterns10:43 Gallup Poll Analysis16:03 Conservative Men and Marriage Prospects21:44 Impact of Higher Education on Women's Values29:50 Unmarried and Childless Women: Societal Impact38:22 Biblical Perspective on Gender Roles46:15 The Role of Husbands in Theological Guidance46:33 Modern Assumptions and Women's Learning47:18 Paul's Perspective on Women's Learning48:06 Feminine Nature and Leadership50:17 Women in the Workplace51:53 Masculine and Feminine Roles in Society52:59 Impact of Feminine Influence in Corporate Settings54:54 Gender Dynamics in Law Enforcement58:32 The Reality of Physical Labor and Gender01:02:32 Technology's Role in Gender Dynamics01:03:54 The Influence of Higher Education on Gender and Politics01:06:35 The Importance of Masculine Virtue01:17:47 The Role of Government in Compassion and Care01:21:36 Self-Responsibility and Community Leadership01:23:41 Raising Godly Women and Men01:30:20 Hope for the Future

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Resources mentioned in this episode

• Fortune Magazine on women voters in 2025 elections

• Ryan Burge on Gen Z women

• Gallup on the liberal tilt of young women

• Forbes on more women in college than men

• Bureau of Labor Statistics 2001 data on gender differences among occupations

  
  

  
  

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