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Uncommon Show Webcast – November 13, 2014

We’re BACK, and you can listen to us on Sticher or watch us on Livestream, so enjoy! Islam Jihading Into Our National Cathedral – The Parson’s Perfect Solution – The View And The Parson Jonesin’ For Some Whoopi – Discussion On Interstellar In The Light Of Secular Humanism – Starbucks And Transvestites / We Got Yer Jonathan Gruber Right Here – Wait, You’re Too Stupid To Handle Him, Never Mind – The “Gentle Giant” Michael Brown, The UN And The Absurdity That Is Ferguson Segment #1 on Livestream Segment #2 on...

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The Sin of Hezekiah

by Shawn Meyer With a few exceptions, the record of the kings of Israel and Judah is a biblical Who’s Who of powerful evil. One of those refreshing exceptions is King Hezekiah. He knew his place, obeyed God, and showed humility before Him. Unlike the kings who preceded him, he displayed a passionate hatred of idolatry. 2 Kings 18:5-6 eulogizes, “Hezekiah trusted in the LORD, the God of Israel. There was no one like him among all the kings of Judah, either before him or after him. He held fast to the LORD and did not cease to follow him.” (NIV). Despite all that counts in his favor, there are at least two blemishes on Hezekiah’s legacy. One was a profoundly foolish decision; the other was an appallingly sinful attitude. Both are recorded in 2 Kings, chapter 20. All eyes were on Assyria. Judah’s brothers to the north had recently fallen to King Shalmaneser. Though God had just delivered Judah from the Assyrians, their brutal campaigns and continued world dominance offered cover for a quietly rising power in the east. Word had reached Babylon that King Hezekiah had fallen ill. In an apparent goodwill gesture, the king of Babylon sent emissaries with gifts. By the time they arrived, God had healed Hezekiah, who was feeling well enough to give them the grand tour, foolishly showing off all the treasures of the palace. Unbeknownst to Hezekiah, they took mental inventory before returning to Babylon. Enter Isaiah the prophet. He rebuked Hezekiah’s indiscretion, saying, “Hear the word of the LORD: The time will surely come when everything in your palace, and all that your fathers have stored up until this day, will be carried off to Babylon. . . And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, that will be born to you, will be taken away, and they will become eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.” Instead of the desperate weeping and calling out to...

Posted by Guest Blogger on Nov 11, 2014 | 3 comments

ILLINOIS’ VICHY REPUBLICANS: TEA-PARTY SELL-OUT AND PRO-LIFE SURRENDER...

by John J Kirkwood The dirty little secret about the Republican candidate for Governor in Illinois is that he’s already governing like an Illinois Democrat. Bruce Rauner, like the prettiest girl in the school, usually gets whatever he wants. What makes him so effective? Republicans are desperate, Bruce is a billionaire, and nothing is as persuasive to a desperate loser as cold hard cash. How does a pro-abortion, pro-homosexual rights candidate, who is cool with amnesty, raising the minimum wage, and “common sense” gun control, get the Republican nomination in Illinois? The Chicago way – he buys it. But what about the tea-party and the values voters? Surely their principle rises above the level of bribery? “Two years ago, Rauner also began making large cash payments to Republican, tea party, and other right-wing groups,” writes William Kelly for ChicagoNow. “In 2008, the same groups stood on hilltops and angrily railed, fists pumping in the air, against “pay to play” politics, Illinois corruption, and anyone connected with the name, ‘Rod Blagojevich.’ However, as soon Bruce Rauner showed up with his checkbook, these groups fell quickly in line. Freedomworks’ Matt Kibbe was among the first to sign-on to Team Rauner. Rauner paid other 501(c)3 groups like the Illinois Policy Institute and Jack Roeser’s Family Taxpayers Foundation more than a half million each and, in return, these groups helped organize his political ground game during the GOP primary.” There are some in the tea-party that just took a check – hundreds of thousands of dollars were paid to certain groups while others were conned into a phony “term-limits” fiasco. I guess John McCain will have to revise his slam against the tea-party, In Illinois we don’t have Hobbits – we have the Scottish Lords that betrayed William Wallace. But the Pro-Life groups will remain steadfast, surely they won’t waiver? I wish it were so. “Bruce has been one of the largest supporters of the ACLU Reproductive Rights Project [abortion] for over 20...

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Uncommon Show Videocast – September 25, 2014

Another new installment of the ‘Uncommon Show’ is up, and we’re getting this video stuff down to a science! Today we talk Eric Holder, the NFL (#gotbabymama?), Neil deGrasse Tyson, George Bush and ‘Keep Out The Bushes’, some RG3 and other cutting edge topics. We have a great ‘Road Rage’ clip for you, it’s gut busting funny, and those breaks where we just sit there in between segments? We have some great videos for you this week. Enjoy! Oh, and sorry for not putting the last few week’s worth of videocasts up on the site, it shall be done in the upcoming days, OR, you can always view them on the Uncommon Show Facebook page. VIEW HERE —> Uncommon Show – September 25,...

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Uncommon Show Webcast – July 24, 2014

Two weeks in a row? Yeah, you bet, even with potential technical glitches and all! Next week we get the camera back, as well! Today we had a great show, talking about not talking about current events, a great interview with a Calvinist, a little theological debate that will captivate you, and so much more. The last segment of spontaneous chat was what we’re all about, you’ll really enjoy it! Have a great week and we’ll see ya next Thursday! The New Obstructionist – The Uncommon Show Show & Michael Savage – Tony Dungy / Boomtown Rats – Bob Geldof – Heroin – INXS – John Kerry’s Trip To Egypt / Andres Ortiz, The Parson & The Cleaner Debate Calvinism Vs. Free Will, Pt. #1 / Andres Ortiz, The Parson & The Cleaner Debate Calvinism Vs. Free Will, Pt. #2 / The Real War On Women – Meriam Ibrahim – Jesse Jackson – Howard Stern On Israel (Caveat, Swearing, Be Aware!) – James Garner – Steve McQueen – The...

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Jan Morgan: “The” Armed American Woman

Mar 17, 14

Posted by John Kirkwood in Webcasts

America’s favorite firearms advocate, Jan Morgan, joins the boys to talk about Connecticut registration shenanigans and her latest endeavors to educate, entertain and elucidate the truth of freedom and firearms. LISTEN HERE: Uncommon Interview With Jan Morgan – The Armed American Woman Follow Jan on Facebook at facebook.com/JanMorganMedia and at her website at...

Uncommon Show Webcast – October 31, 2013

Oct 31, 13

Posted by davesteiger in Webcasts

We had an uncommon visitor in our tea party diva and proud patriot friend Carol Ann Parisi! Will the lady tame the beasts? You’ll have to find out! We also talk ObamaCare debacle, some particularly nasty figures on the hot seat, and a notable shift in societal morality – something we called many years ago, but regret being right about. Get yer weekly dose of uncommon insight, so sit back and enjoy the show! Oh, did I mention that Glenn Beck read the Parson’s column? Yeah, it’s all here! Spying On The Pope? – Special Guest Carol Ann Parisi – Stay Out Of The Bushes / Oprah Winfrey – Dick Durbin & Illinois – Marianne Williamson – New Age & The Deep End Of The Pool / Deep End Of The Pool – Age Of Accountability – King David & His Sons / Google To The Rescue! – Term Limits – Accountability – Third Parties / Uncommon Interview With Former Illinois Rep. Joe Walsh – Manju Goel – Straightening Out Misconceptions / Witchcraft – Linda Douglas – ObamaCare Debacle – Obama’s Promises – Any Normal People In Obama’s Life? / Joe’s Answer – Marilyn Tavenner & Kathleen Sebelius vs. Congress / Rep. Renee Ellmers vs. Sebelius – SNL Goes Against the Administration / Lou Reed & WDAI – Shemp & His Lover – George Michael & Father Figure – Harvey Milk – Legitimizing Pedophilia – The American Psychological Association – Jeff Beck And, Wait, Glenn Beck! Carol Ann Parisi’s Awaken America Joe Walsh’s Website – Walsh...

R-A-G-E: The Parson’s Four Step Anti-Bullying Campaign

Oct 30, 13

Posted by John Kirkwood in The Parson

R-A-G-E: THE PARSON’S FOUR STEP ANTI-BULLYING CAMPAIGN By John J Kirkwood My first experience with a bully came in the fourth grade and I handled it like most children do – I ran away! Luckily, father did know best and when mine saw me hoofing it from a group of boys one day, he met me at the front door. Dad didn’t confront me straight on but he asked me why I was wearing my gym shoes and not my dress shoes. I had been changing my shoes so that I didn’t slip when I ran across the schoolyard for the past 3 days and my father, watching out the window, had finally noticed. I couldn’t answer him and just started to cry. He already knew anyway. After a few questions, he took me downstairs. “Son, I’m going to teach you a few things and after this lesson, you will never run away again, so listen close.” My older brothers were legendary for their capacity to throw down so he had my undivided attention. It only took one lesson. Here’s what it was. Pops showed me four punches – a jab, an overhand right, a left uppercut and a cross. We worked on this for half an hour or so even to the point of throwing combinations and then we stopped. He told me that I didn’t have to win; I just had to make a demonstration, a very public demonstration. He told me that most bullies don’t expect their prey to fight back, that’s the main reason that I was chosen. He also said that kids at my age don’t usually throw punches, they push and pull and try to wrestle. “You’re not going to bother with that. When it comes, swing and don’t stop until someone pulls you off. If you land a punch or two, don’t slow down to admire your work.” Then dad prepared my mind. “Son, first of all I want to talk to you about pain. When you’re...

Uncommon Show Webcast – Unplugged – October 17, 2013

Oct 17, 13

Posted by davesteiger in Webcasts

“Just a couple of guys talking…” That’s how it all began, over Saganaki at a Greek restaurant, and that’s what we did today; Unplugged Thursday! We talked, no frills, all Parson & Cleaner. Meaningful dialogue, great extended rants. Few are spared, society beware, we’re on the warpath today, which makes for great radio. Enjoy it, laugh with us, get angry with us, and together lets all be reassured there’s something greater than us working in much higher places. Welcome to the Unplugged Uncommon Show! Unplugged Thursday – Vicotria’s Secret – Albert Camu’s ‘The Stranger’ / Der Steiger Award! – Larry Flynt Speaks The Truth – Bright Future For Conservatives? – Cleaner’s Rant On Liberalism – The Origins Of Bible Boot Camp / Mr. Yoshida & Love In Vain – Aurora, Colorado & Indoctrination – The Snuggle House / FOX News Has A New Lineup & Transparent Furniture – Conservative Lady & Carol Wayne / Cleaner’s Evolution Rant – Fun With With Bible Verses / Theological Segment – Your Best Life Today vs. Hell vs. Glorious Opportunity ‘Close To A Miracle’ About That ‘Missing...

Uncommon Show Webcast – October 10, 2013

Oct 10, 13

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You’ll believe you’re listening to a couple guys who actually had it together today! Yes, we had our clips ready, used them and even analyzed them! There was debt ceiling, government shutdown, special appearances by Arnold throughout, and we even dipped into the past to find some most unusual debt patriots – don’t miss that. There was also a very disturbing matter of one Brian Brooks, a real piece of work from St. Joseph-Oregon, IL. You won’t believe that guy. All that and more, a really sweet bit of socio-political-Christian entertainment for you to enjoy! 37% – Republicans & Democrats, Difference? – Who Do We Save? / Andrea True IS Disco! – Harry Reid Doesn’t Want Anyone Screwing Up – Debt Ceiling / Paradise By Dashboard Light – Donal Trump Mans Up – More Outrage at Brian Brooks of St. Joseph-Ogden High School, IL. / Brian Brooks’ Salary He’s Doing Very Well – Harry Reid & Barack Obama, Debt Patriots! – Arnold SPEAKS! / ObamaCare Website Totally Sucks – MSNBC Shoots, Bricks – CNN Shoots, Bricks – President Obama Shoots, Bricks – Wolf Blitzer Goes Off The Reservation / Debt Limit Spoof / Jack Lew vs. Chris Wallace – Freedoms Eroding Right In Front Of Our Face – BREAKING NEWS – Hen Mazzig & Anti-Semitism On The West Coast / Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) & IRS Sarah Ingraham – Alan Grayson Explains Congress In Terms Of Polls / Russell Crowe Is A Theological Genius! – Noah Is A Bad – Buckley’s Axiom / Guido Barilla – Arnold Says Goodbye… Hen Mazzig & Anti-Semitism Demented Principal of St. Joseph-Oregon High...

Uncommon Show Webcast – October 3, 2013

Oct 03, 13

Posted by davesteiger in Webcasts

Great new show, a bit abbreviated, but you’d never know the Parson was feeling blue today! (He totally manned up.) We wax poetically about a lot of things, and analyze a GREAT segment from Bill I’Reilly last night with a Notre Dame professor that’s worth the visit alone. We also spent some time with a special guest – Jan Morgan of Armed America Woman, and talked serious 2nd Amendment issues of our time. By the way, did any of you know what a despicable guy Harry Reid is? If not you will now! That and a whole lot more, hope you enjoy the show! Opening Monologue – Imagine – I’Reilly – Rush Talks FOX News / Uncommon Interview With Jan Morgan / Hookers, Homecoming Queens and Homeschoolers – The Parson Was Right / Robert Feder – WLS 890 Is Failing? / David Coverdale – Tongue Tattoo / Bill I’Reilly Is A Theological Genius / Candida Moss / Chris Matthews Wants Bill I’Reilly Dead – Harry Reid Is Downright Nasty, He ‘Bashes’ Women Reporters And Hates Kids With Cancer – The Parson Is Down & Out, And We’ll See You Next...