Skeptical, Not Cynical

Music Therapy and Dysfunctional Families

On this week's episode, we talk about going no contact with people and how it's becoming a first choice for younger generations. We also talk about using music to calm anxiety and some of the science behind it. And lastly, we talk about the band The Newsboys – the controversy surrounding them and the recent lawsuit. Watch this episode and join in on the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok! A Majority of Gen Z Has Gone ‘No Contact’ With a Friend or Family Member https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/wellness/mentalhealth/a-majority-of-gen-z-has-cut-off-a-friend-or-family-member-in-the-past-year/?_gl=1*1ercdp5*_up*MQ..*_ga*NzIzNTc4MDAxLjE3Nzc1NjE3MzY.*_ga_SWPHJZTR1W*czE3Nzc1NjE3MzMkbzEkZzEkdDE3Nzc1NjE3MzQkajU5JGwwJGgw*_ga_YM1EPRVY8G*czE3Nzc1NjE3MzQkbzEkZzAkdDE3Nzc1NjE3MzQkajYwJGwwJGgw [https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/wellness/mentalhealth/a-majority-of-gen-z-has-cut-off-a-friend-or-family-member-in-the-past-year/?_gl=1*1ercdp5*_up*MQ..*_ga*NzIzNTc4MDAxLjE3Nzc1NjE3MzY.*_ga_SWPHJZTR1W*czE3Nzc1NjE3MzMkbzEkZzEkdDE3Nzc1NjE3MzQkajU5JGwwJGgw*_ga_YM1EPRVY8G*czE3Nzc1NjE3MzQkbzEkZzAkdDE3Nzc1NjE3MzQkajYwJGwwJGgw] Can 36 minutes of specially tuned music 'reset' an anxious brain? https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/36-minutes-specially-tuned-music-auditory-beats-reset-anxiety-brain [https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/36-minutes-specially-tuned-music-auditory-beats-reset-anxiety-brain] Newsboys co-founder sues Julie Roys, World Vision and rival Christian concert promoters https://religionnews.com/2026/04/29/newsboys-co-founder-sues-julie-roys-world-vision-and-rival-promoters/ [https://religionnews.com/2026/04/29/newsboys-co-founder-sues-julie-roys-world-vision-and-rival-promoters/]

Skeptical, Not Cynical

This week, we're talking about choosing hopeful skepticism isn't of letting cynicism be the lead in your life. We also talk about the launch of Artemis II and how it brought us together. And we talk about how Gen-Z women are declining in church attendance. We talk about why it's happening and what we can do better. Watch this week's episode and join in on the conversation! Why ‘Hopeful Skepticism’ Is the Antidote to Cynicism https://relevantmagazine.com/culture/why-hopeful-skepticism-is-the-antidote-to-cynicism/?_gl=1*hxnjse*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTI2NDI0MDI3OC4xNzc2MTgyODU5*_ga_SWPHJZTR1W*czE3NzYxODI4NTckbzEkZzEkdDE3NzYxODI4NTckajYwJGwwJGgw*_ga_YM1EPRVY8G*czE3NzYxODI4NTgkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzYxODI4NTgkajYwJGwwJGgw [https://relevantmagazine.com/culture/why-hopeful-skepticism-is-the-antidote-to-cynicism/?_gl=1*hxnjse*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTI2NDI0MDI3OC4xNzc2MTgyODU5*_ga_SWPHJZTR1W*czE3NzYxODI4NTckbzEkZzEkdDE3NzYxODI4NTckajYwJGwwJGgw*_ga_YM1EPRVY8G*czE3NzYxODI4NTgkbzEkZzAkdDE3NzYxODI4NTgkajYwJGwwJGgw] I saw the stars too: The cultural implications of Artemis II https://technicianonline.com/159585/culture/i-saw-the-stars-too-the-cultural-implications-of-artemis-ii/ [https://technicianonline.com/159585/culture/i-saw-the-stars-too-the-cultural-implications-of-artemis-ii/] Study: Gen Z women are losing their religion https://religionnews.com/2026/04/15/study-young-women-are-not-flocking-to-church-they-are-leaving/ [https://religionnews.com/2026/04/15/study-young-women-are-not-flocking-to-church-they-are-leaving/]

Camel Scandals and Staying Optimistic

In this week's episode, we talk about staying optimistic amid everything that is happening around us. We also talk about a camel pageant that uncovered numerous contestants trying to cheat. And lastly, we discuss "me-centered" worship – what it really is and if churches have been leaning into it. The Key To Staying Positive In A Negative World https://www.forbes.com/sites/harrykraemer/2025/05/05/the-key-to-staying-positive-in-a-negative-world/ [https://www.forbes.com/sites/harrykraemer/2025/05/05/the-key-to-staying-positive-in-a-negative-world/] Camel pageant thrown into chaos after 20 competitors disqualified for using hump-plumping injectables https://www.the-independent.com/life-style/camel-pageant-scandal-oman-hump-injectables-b2932979.html [https://www.the-independent.com/life-style/camel-pageant-scandal-oman-hump-injectables-b2932979.html] Viral monkey Punch rejected by mother given stuffed orangutan https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c1d6ell32weo [https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c1d6ell32weo] The Dangerous Rise of Me-Centered Worship https://relevantmagazine.com/culture/music/the-dangerous-rise-of-me-centered-worship/ [https://relevantmagazine.com/culture/music/the-dangerous-rise-of-me-centered-worship/] Worship Bands:Jesus Culture Red Rocks Worship UPPERROOM Gateway Worship CeCe Winans Jervis Campbell Gable Price and Friends Noah Paul Harrison Isla Vista Worship

The Comparison Olympics

This week, we're talking about Eileen Gu, an American born athlete competing for China in the Olympics, and all the backlash she has received. We're also talking about incredible technological advances made so deaf fans can experience sporting events in a new way. And we talk about the comparison trap, something we've all found ourselves in and how to avoid it. Eileen Gu says she's been 'physically assaulted' over representing China instead of US at Olympics https://www.foxnews.com/sports/eileen-gu-physically-assaulted-over-representing-china-instead-us-olympics [https://www.foxnews.com/sports/eileen-gu-physically-assaulted-over-representing-china-instead-us-olympics] How the sound of sport is being reimagined for deaf fans https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20260216-how-the-sound-of-sport-is-being-reimagined-for-deaf-fans [https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20260216-how-the-sound-of-sport-is-being-reimagined-for-deaf-fans] The Comparison Trap Is Worse Than Ever — Here’s How to Get Out https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/a-simple-trick-for-getting-over-the-comparison-trap/ [https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/a-simple-trick-for-getting-over-the-comparison-trap/]

Seasonal Struggles and Radical Redemption

This week, we're talking about following God when you struggling with seasonal depression. We also talk about weird Valentine's Day traditions. Would you bring any of them back? And we also talk about an OnlyFans star, who became a Christian and completely changed her platform around. Listen and join in on the conversation today! How Seasonal Depression Affects Your Relationship With God https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/wellness/mentalhealth/how-seasonal-depression-affects-your-relationship-with-god/ [https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/wellness/mentalhealth/how-seasonal-depression-affects-your-relationship-with-god/] 11 Odd Old-Timey Valentine’s Day Traditions https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/655143/odd-old-timey-valentines-day-traditions [https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/655143/odd-old-timey-valentines-day-traditions] From OnlyFans mega-star to evangelical darling, Nala Ray now hopes to reach other models https://religionnews.com/2026/01/30/from-onlyfans-mega-star-to-evangelical-darling-nala-ray-now-hopes-to-reach-other-models/ [https://religionnews.com/2026/01/30/from-onlyfans-mega-star-to-evangelical-darling-nala-ray-now-hopes-to-reach-other-models/]