Relationship Insights With Carrie Abbott

Artemis II astronaut shares why he asked for a chaplain; an Iranian tanker seized by a blockade had Chinese chemicals; and an identity-confused young man kills kids in Turkey. Finnish study reveals gender surgery leads to worse psychiatric morbidity; Canada fines man who believes in two genders; crime rates plunging in Washington, D.C.—why? The Oklahoma principal who saved his kids is a hero—his students just crowned him Prom King—and other stories that matter.

Legendary, award-winning animator and producer Butch Hartman, best known for creating Nickelodeon's iconic series "The Fairly OddParents" and "Danny Phantom," celebrates another season of "The Garden Cartoon!" Butch joins us to share about his personal faith journey, his animation studios, his art academy, the importance of storytelling through art, and how it all impacts his role as a pastor! Butch Hartman Studios (https://butchhartmanstudios.com/)

Two recent bills giving a commission the right to remove elected sheriffs from office are creating a backlash. Sheriff John Nowels and 3 other sheriffs are suing Governor Ferguson as a result, and he joins us to explain the unique role of elected sheriffs and outline the unconstitutional power grab the laws create, including the most important: the silencing of citizens' voices!

How do you keep your emotional love tank full and flourishing? What is the best way to speak your loved one's love language? Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott join us to explain more about each love language and the different dialects that help you navigate how you express the love language most effectively. It is possible to get it wrong, so keep trying! A wealth of insight, humor, and just plain fun as we navigate this new masterclass for love languages. Discover Your Love Language® - The 5 Love Languages® (Official Quiz) (https://5lovelanguages.com/)

20 million readers of the original Five Love Languages now have the updated master class, written by Gary Chapman and Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott! Years of experience and new research help explain the absolute best way to communicate to your loved ones, in their love language's preferred dialect. No more trying without results. Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott join us for a fun, fast-paced introduction to understanding your loved one's emotional love tank needs and love language, including this free assessment! Get your free HeartChart (https://www.myheartchart.com/)

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell steps down, as accusers tell horrific stories. Good news includes Disney going back to its roots, Philz Coffee in San Francisco loses rainbow flags, an Oklahoma principal takes a bullet protecting kids, tax refunds go up 11%, Sec. Hegseth cuts ties with woke Ivy League schools, the federal workforce is the lowest size since 1966 and other stories that matter!

Trail Life USA CEO Mark Hancock says you don't do men's ministry 'at' men but 'with' men. He shares the original intent of this biblically based scouting program—started because of the Boy Scouts allowing homosexual leaders, adding girls, and promoting a DEI focus. We also hear from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on why the Boy Scouts' affiliation with his department is at risk and what they can do and gives Trail Life a shout-out!

Like any parenting style or method, there are pros and cons to each. Counselor Rob Jackson joins us to explain the negatives of certain methods and how intentional parenting can work well. Rob introduces some key concepts for individual parenting plans and gives all parents hope that we have what it takes!

Paul Ehrlich recently died at the age of 93. His ideas about population control, the impact of "too many" people, and the methods he embraced to lower population impacted the behavior of people, policy, and nations for decades. We look at some examples and the most dangerous predictions that never came true and their fallout.

The Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments on a very important case related to birthright citizenship. The Justices will decide whether an executive order can limit birthright citizenship, despite the court's past interpretation of the 14th Amendment to the Constitution ratified more than 150 years ago. Birth tourism reveals one example of many loopholes in the system, according to Peter Schweizer. An important issue to consider!

In an 8-1 decision, the Supreme Court concluded in Chiles v. Salazar, "The First Amendment stands as a shield against any effort to enforce orthodoxy in thought or speech in this country." Anne Edwards, Executive Director of Restored Hope Network, joins us to discuss this important ADF case and what it means going forward. Chiles v. Salazar (https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/24-539_fd9g.pdf)

Astronauts are back in lunar space for the first time in more than 50 years! And, in one of the most challenging and complex rescue missions in the history of U.S. special operations, the second crew member of the F-15E Strike Eagle jet that was shot down in Iran was found and rescued alive. We bring the details.

With the rapid rise of sexual exploitation through AI and other digital platforms, in conjunction with too few laws to confront this crisis that impacts both children and adults, the Dirty Dozen List reveals 12 of the worst corporate offenders contributing to this perfect storm of exploitation. Haley McNamara, Executive Director and Chief Strategy Officer at the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, joins us with the eye-opening offender details and how you can respond effectively! Dirty Dozen List 2026 - NCOSE (https://endsexualexploitation.org/dirty-dozen-list-2026/)

On Good Friday, we are invited to look again at the cross — not casually, not from a distance, and not merely as a symbol. The cross is where everything broken in humanity meets the restoring power of God! Join Carrie as she reflects on insights from Pastor Jentezen Franklin and a variety of scripture passages to help you reset as you prepare your heart for Easter.

In two landmark court decisions last week, tech giants Google and Meta were found liable for inflicting mental health harms on minors by making their social media platforms intentionally addictive, and Meta was found liable for failing to protect young users from child predators. We delve into the important details, the response from parents who lost children to suicide or other 'online challenges,' and what happens going forward.

Bill Walton served at high levels in business, government, and the arts. He lays out a striking thesis: many of Trump's fiercest critics remain fixated on style, etiquette, and process while missing the underlying reality of power, risks, and actual outcomes. Using Iran as a backdrop, Bill argues President Trump's willingness to take risks and act decisively stands out in DC, where process, policy papers, meetings, and consensus seem to matter more. Intriguing and insightful.

Messaging matters! It's Holy Week, so we look at Jesus' attitude and how He conveyed His message. We also examine the No Kings rally's messaging and who is organizing them and why. The Pope's Palm Sunday message about war made Babylon Bee's list; Jimmy Kimmel's comments about Markwayne Mullin's new role as Secretary of DHS brought strong reactions, including a message from Mike Rowe. JD Vance heard from CPAC, and Meta heard from a jury!

Dr. Alan Hahn explains his vision for manhood training and how it impacts family, the Church, and society. Dr. Hahn's background teaching prison inmates and hostage negotiating makes his insights unique and effective. Ironacademy.org

Whether you are in leadership, ministry, or business, you can strengthen your connections! Do you know your communication style? Are you a good listener, and do you have the key listening skill for success in life? These and many other skills are covered in our conversation with Debra Fileta. Don't miss it! Debra Fileta | Best Selling Author, Speaker, Psychotherapist, and Podcaster!(debrafileta.com)

Are you able to engage in healthy, meaningful, real-life interactions? Are your most important relationships thriving? Do others at work feel warmth and respect from your interactions or distance and even anger from your body language or speech? Good news! Author Debra Fileta brings you skills that will help immediately! Debra Fileta | Best Selling Author, Speaker, Psychotherapist, and Podcaster! (debrafileta.com)