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Mary Grey Perdue and Liz from Joni and Friends join us in the studio to discuss their impactful ministry work—collecting and distributing wheelchairs while sharing the gospel, hosting family retreats that provide rest and community for those living with disabilities, and organizing Warrior Getaways designed to support and uplift veterans facing physical and emotional challenges.

New Mexico | Joni and Friends

Jennifer Bryant of Nourished Nutrition Counseling joins us in studio to discuss the essentials of maintaining a healthy diet. She shares practical tips on balanced eating, how to make nutritious choices in everyday life, and simple strategies for building long-term, sustainable habits that support overall well-being.

Welcome! – Nourished Nutrition Counseling

Glenn Stanton from Focus on the Family’s Daily Citizen Update discusses a recent decision by a California school district to notify parents before introducing gender-ideology content in school “buddy programs” and to allow parents to opt their children out of such instruction.

Home – Daily Citizen

Mark Burton of CSFNM discusses systems biology as evidence for Biblical creation, arguing that the field’s focus on interconnected biological complexity challenges the plausibility of spontaneous generation and macro-evolution. He outlines systems biology as an integrative discipline that studies how component interactions shape system behavior, relies on iterative modeling and experimentation, and depends on interdisciplinary collaboration to understand complex biological systems.

Creation Science Fellowship of New Mexico

Emma Waters of the Heritage Foundation joins us to break down why many Americans may be facing a civic-knowledge crisis—starting with a Daily Signal study revealing that only 36% of U.S. citizens can pass the citizenship test. She highlights the many resources available on the Heritage Foundation’s website for those looking to become more informed and engaged. Emma also explores the rise of woke propaganda and widespread misinformation, offering guidance on where people can go online to find accurate, trustworthy information.

Paul Gessing, president of the Rio Grande Foundation, joins the discussion to talk about the recent government reopening and its broader implications. He shares insights on how the reopening impacts New Mexico’s economy, public policy, and local businesses, while also examining the balance between government intervention and individual freedom. Gessing offers his perspective on what lessons can be learned from the shutdown and what steps should be taken to ensure greater transparency and efficiency in government operations moving forward.

Home – Rio Grande Foundation

Dr. Danny Huerta, Vice President of Parenting and Youth at Focus on the Family, joins us for a thought-provoking discussion on truth in today’s culture. In a society filled with “your truth” and “my truth,” Dr. Huerta cuts through the noise to explore what it means to stand on truth with authority—and how families can model and live out that truth every day.

Home – Focus on the Family

Major Raewyn and Valerie Peacock from The Salvation Army in Albuquerque join us to share details about the 3rd Annual Red Kettle Kickoff—a day filled with fundraising, family fun, arts and crafts, live music, door prizes, delicious food, and more! They also highlight how the event supports vital community outreach and connect us with the ongoing ministry efforts in Roswell, New Mexico, making a difference in lives across the region.

The Salvation Army Albuquerque

Robyn Chambers, who oversees Focus on the Family’s Sanctity of Human Life and Foster Care and Adoption initiatives, joins us to discuss why the pro-life movement matters to everyone. She’ll share how pregnancy resource centers (PRCs) provide vital support to families and preborn babies, how Focus on the Family works behind the scenes to strengthen families, and why ultrasound images often play a powerful role in helping parents choose life. Robyn will also address the importance of connecting with a PRC to understand the truth about the “morning after” pill and the resources available for those facing unexpected pregnancies.

Home – Focus on the Family

Nick Kmoch from Youth for Christ joins us to share how YFC reaches young people everywhere with the message of hope and faith. He’ll discuss how the organization partners with local churches and like-minded ministries to nurture lifelong followers of Jesus—young leaders who live out their faith through godly character, service, and authentic relationships.

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