State of Independence
5 Seasons
Each week on State of Independence, White House veteran, Joe Watkins, offers conversation that’s conservative, Christian, and driven by kindness.
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28:30Episode 1
Where Is God In Poland?
Episode 1
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The Good Fights: Disagreeing Better in Relationships
Episode 2
How do you forgive someone who has deeply wronged and hurt you in a relationship? Counselor Jessica Meade joins our host for a conversation.
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From the Killing Fields to the White House
Episode 3
How does God take someone from nearly dying while escaping communist Cambodia to working for the President of the United States? Join us today as our host discusses with our guest, Ambassador Sichan Siv, the power of God in his life.
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28:31Episode 4
A Christian Retailor's Forgotten Legacy
Episode 4
John Wanamaker has had a huge impact on the way we shop and the quality standards we now come to expect. Jeff Coleman and Joe Watkins discuss his life and who John Wanamaker looked to for guidance and business morals.
Original Airdate : 6/14/2024
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Starting the Conversation with the Next Generation
Episode 5
How can grandparents pray for their grandchildren? How can they get to know them and encourage them to know God? Rev. Robert Reid joins our host as they discuss young people and the distractions they face in this age of devices.
Original Airdate : 5/31/2024
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A God-sized Vision for the Latino Community
Episode 6
Does prayer really affect anything? Guest Roberto Albino joins Joe for a conversation.
Original Airdate : 5/24/ 2024
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Hope for Sleepless Nights and Fearful Days
Episode 7
Stress seems to be a constant in our busy lives. Join Former Congressman Tim Murphy and our host as they discuss the importance of rest.
Original Airdate : 5/17/24
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A Fresh Vision for Public School Parents : State of Independence
Episode 8
Did you know that your children can learn about the Bible during school hours? Kori Pennypacker, executive director at Bible2school, shows how children can learn about God while still in the public school.
Original Airdate - 3/22/24
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What is Ghana's Hope? : State of Independence
Episode 9
Why would a nurse leave a six figure income to go on the mission field? Join us as Fredrick Kearney describes his call into missions and what God has done in Ghana.
Original Airdate: 3/15/24
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28:31Episode 10
Life Turning Point - State of Independence
Episode 10
Ria Whitaker, founder of Turning Point Philadelphia, details God calling her to ministry and how she recklessly acted on that calling to His glory.
Original Airdate – 3/8/24
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Service Beyond the Title : State of Independence
Episode 11
Former Philadelphia City Council Member Hon. David Oh discusses running for Mayor of Philadelphia and details how his faith has guided him through political success and failure.
Original Airdate: March 1, 2024
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Reforming Criminal Justice : State of Independence
Episode 12
Attorney Matthew Martens discusses his recent book, Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal, and shares what the Bible says about criminal justice.
Original Airdate: February 23, 2024
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An Israeli Survivor Story - State of Independence
Episode 13
Chen Abrahms Kotler details her experience during the October 7th attack on Israel and what life is like today in her homeland.
Original airdate: February 16th, 2024
