The Narrative

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The Narrative breaks away from the script to reveal the driving forces behind the most important and divisive issues facing our culture today.

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Trudeau's Exit: Canada's Crisis or Conservatism's Comeback? with Jim Geraghty

Jan 17 2025 53 mins  
Jim Geraghty, Senior Correspondent for the National Review, joins CCV President Aaron Baer and Communications Director Mike Andrews on this week's episode of The Narrative to discuss Justin Trudeau's resignation as Canada's Prime Minister.  Jim shares how Trudeau's resignation is actually related to the leftist initiatives that have consistently failed US c

What We're Watching in 2025

Jan 11 2025 42 mins  
The Narrative is back! Welcome to a new year, filled with promise, hope, and the Lord's blessing upon our nation. This week CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews sit down to chat about the stories and topics they're keeping an eye on this year, including: The political climate in Ohio and across the nation; How Trump's elec

Celebrating HB8 and a Successful Legislative Session

Dec 20 2024 53 mins  
With 2024 coming to an end, the guys sit down for one final episode of The Narrative! Join CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews as they recap and reminisce on the 135th General Assembly, including the dramatic speaker race; a whiplash-inducing week at the Statehouse; and the victories we experienced with the SAFE Act,

The SPLC: Profiting Off Hate and Fear with Tyler O'Neil

Dec 14 2024 47 mins  
Tyler O'Neil sits down with CCV Communications Director Mike Andrews and Fellow for Strategic Initiatives Peter Range on The Narrative to discuss his research into the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) and how the organization is targeting the right through false narratives. Tyler's book, Making Hate Pay: The Corruption of the Southern Poverty Law Center, shares how corruption wit

Inside the Supreme Court Case that Will Impact Ohio's SAFE Act with Matt Sharp

Dec 06 2024 43 mins  
Matt Sharp, senior counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, joins The Narrative to discuss the US vs. Skrmetti case, which will decide whether Tennessee's SAFE Act can be upheld to protect children from dangerous, experimental gender surgeries and wrong-sex hormones. Listen in to get the scoop on this week's oral arguments at the US Supreme Court and the effects the case will have

What We Can Learn from Portland's Drug Epidemic with Maria Baer

Nov 22 2024 53 mins  
Maria Baer joins CCV President Aaron Baer, Communications Director Mike Andrews, and Policy Director David Mahan on The Narrative to discuss her first-hand experience of the drug epidemic in Portland, Oregon, which she chronicled for Christianity Today in her article, "Recovery Ministries Try to Help Portland Get Clean." Maria shares how drug decriminalization has fueled Oregon's a

How Sturdy is Trump's Cabinet? With Eric Teetsel

Nov 15 2024 66 mins  
With more than 20 members named in the last week, President-elect Trump has wasted no time picking his cabinet. This week on The Narrative, Eric Teetsel–Executive Vice President of the Center for Renewing America–sits down with CCV President Aaron Baer and Communications Director Mike Andrews to uncover why these quick picks have not only been entertaining but are also inspirin

EMERGENCY EPISODE: The Narrative's 2024 General Election Recap

Nov 06 2024 39 mins  
The results of the 2024 election are in, and we couldn't wait to get you our takes on this special episode of The Narrative! CCV President Aaron Baer, Policy Director David Mahan, and Communications Director Mike Andrews share their perspectives and break down the implications of a wide range of election outcomes. Listen in to hear the guys talk about how Ohioans toppled Issue 1,

Daniel Cameron on the 'Nationwide Not on Your Side' Campaign and the 2024 Election

Nov 01 2024 62 mins  
Gear up for Election Day with the latest episode of The Narrative with Daniel Cameron, former Attorney General of Kentucky and current CEO of the 1792 Exchange, as he shares insights on the presidential race and an optimistic outlook on Christians stepping up for early voting. You'll also get to hear Daniel's thoughts on our 'Nationwide Not on Your Side' campaign and how businesses

Education or Indoctrination? With Hillsdale College President Dr. Larry Arnn

Oct 25 2024 59 mins  
As we wrap up our special Essential Summit mini-series on The Narrative, you don't want to miss Dr. Larry Arnn's insightful keynote address. Dr. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, explains why humans are made for knowledge, virtue, and politics. Want to know how that's possible? Listen to today's episode! Following his keynote, Dr. Arnn is joined by CCV President Aaron Baer and