State of Independence
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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Where Is God In Poland?
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The Good Fights: Disagreeing Better in Relationships
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
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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A Christian Retailor's Forgotten Legacy
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
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
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
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
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
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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Life Turning Point - State of Independence
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
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
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
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 -
Writing a Better Story - State of Independence
Filmmaker Caleb Robertson sets out to make a documentary about his brother, but ends up finding out more about himself. The process helps him leave mental depression and feelings of drifting behind, and helps him finds his purpose.
Original airdate: January 19, 2024
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When God is Silent : State of Independence
Professor Emeritus of Moody Bible Institute, John Koessler, discusses the need for prayer, and what to do when God is seemingly silent.
Original airdate: January 12, 2024
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Standing on Principles in Changing Times : State of Independence
In this episode of State of Independence, Joe Watkins interviews Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson about his life and the principles that have guided him throughout his political career. (original airdate 12-22-23)
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The State of the State of Israel - State of Independence
In this episode, Joe Watkins interviews Uri Feinberg, Jewish Educator and Licensed Guide. Uri, who lives in Israel, provides insight on the current war between Israel and Hamas. (original airdate 12-15-23)
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Finding Peace in an Anxious World : State of Independence
Living a public life is hard. In politics, there are few places to disappear. Few places where you’re not noticed by opponents—or often fans—who recognize you from a favorite cable news channel. Tonight’s guest had one of those faces. He was an award-winning author and professor, a psychologist w...
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From Prison to Purpose : State of Independence
Tonight, you’ll meet an individual—an extraordinary man who rose from foster care and adoption to become Philadelphia’s top prosecutor, earning national headlines and recognition for his success. But the famous District Attorney’s shining career was interrupted—by three years in a federal prison....
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The Cure for a Toxic Gospel : State of Independence
On this episode of State of Independence, Joe Watkin’s guest is Pastor Sean DeMars—the Pastor of 6th Avenue Community Church in Decatur, Alabama. He’s married and the father of two girls, but he says the best thing about him is that he belongs to Jesus.
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All Creatures Great and Small : State of Independence
Intellectual Christians like Philadelphia’s Dr. Benjamin Rush—a founding father and member of the Constitutional Convention—believed maltreatment of our two and four-legged friends were warnings of a sick society. But what about today? Where are the Christian voices in discussions about how we ra...
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Hope in the Holy Land : State of Independence
Joe Watkins interviews Father Eamon Kelly, Vice Director of The Magdala Center, & Chris Mitchell , the Bureau Chief for CBN News’ Middle East desk, with a focus on the aftermath of the horrific October terrorist attacks on the State of Israel. (Original Airdate 10-27-23)
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Longing for a Quiet Mind : State of Independence
Anxiety disorder, panic, social phobias, OCD, PTSD, depression, schizophrenia, anorexia, bulimia, and substance abuse — these are all categories in one way or another, and are often a mystery box for people who don’t suffer from mental illness. On this episode of State of Independence, Joe Watkin...
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Confronting the Question of Hunger : State of Independence
Who said this? “For I was hungry, and you gave me meat. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger, and you took me in?” You know who said it. It was Jesus. The Son of God. The owner of all things. He also said, “In as much as you have done it to the least of these, you’ve done it u...
