Host Jon Adams tackles one of the heaviest weeks in recent memory — from the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk to the rising tide of political extremism on both sides of the aisle. With raw honesty and personal reflection, Jon asks: Have we lost the ability to feel empathy for one another? From sports rivalries to civil war chatter, he threads the common theme of compassion, truth, and the urgent need to reclaim the middle ground in America.
This is not just another political rant — it’s a heartfelt conversation about where we are, where we’re headed, and what we owe each other as citizens, neighbors, and human beings.
⏱️ Standout Moments with Timestamps:
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0:59 – Opening thoughts on the assassination of Charlie Kirk
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2:10 – What “comparative suffering” really means and why it’s toxic
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3:28 – Disgust with mocking others’ grief online
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5:16 – Personal reflection on loss and empathy
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6:12 – “We’ve lost our ability to control the fringe”
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10:15 – Martial law fears and conspiracy chatter
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12:17 – The silent middle: where do moderates belong?
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14:12 – When speaking your mind feels dangerous
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16:10 – Free speech, cancel culture, and consequences
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20:45 – Kids are watching: what kind of America are we building?
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22:11 – Why empathy matters, even across political divides
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23:06 – Civil war talk: reality check
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26:08 – Immigration, extremism, and manipulation in politics
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29:06 – Choosing truth over partisanship
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31:35 – Civic duty, community action, and doing the work
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33:23 – Final takeaway: shifting momentum back to the majority