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The Governor of California has called an end to the COVID pandemic. He has announced that his state will proceed as if COVID is now endemic. What exactly does that mean? COVID is now fading away, will civil liberty and the rule of law disappear with it? Now is the time to discuss how we shake off the tyranny of government overreach and get back on the course of true liberty. We will talk about how to get started this week on The Public Square®. Topic: Deep Questions The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Release Date: Thursday, February 24, 2022

Today we open up Romans 13. Various listeners have asked us to study this passage of scripture together and the conversation took us on a journey from biblical times, early American History, to the world we live in today. Please grab your bible and join us today on The Public Square®. Topic: Faith in Culture  The Public Square®  with your hosts David Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022

Do we honestly know what the words of this pivotal instruction from Jesus actually mean? Do we even begin to read it from the place where it all begins? If you grew up believing that the Great Commission is only about "saving souls," this is a program you don't want to miss. The Great Commission and the greatest works of liberty come together on this special edition of The Public Square®. Topic: Deep Questions The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Release Date: Thursday, February 17, 2022

Article One is the blueprint for the most powerful elements of our nation. So what do we do about it? Is it really possible to steer our nation back to the constitution? How do we find and support candidates that would uphold and honor Article One? We have been asking these questions for over forty years in the public arena and they have led real action and change in our government. Tune in now and learn how we can uphold Article One today on  The Public Square®. Topic: Role of Government The Public Square®  with your hosts David Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, February 16th, 2022

Which concept makes more sense? We take a look at the story of Joe Rogan in this special edition of The Public Square®. Pull up a chair and join in the conversation.  Topic: Faith in Culture  The Public Square®  with your hosts David Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Saturday, February 12th, 2022

Can we live without Reese's, even on Valentine's Day? The biggest story out of Hershey, PA is not about candy but COVID firings. In Austria it is now a crime to not be vaccinated. Sure, lots of people are exhausted with COVID-19 and want to move on. But what if the worst things that could happen from COVID, are just around the corner? Please pull up a chair as we continue the conversation this week on The Public Square®. Topic: Life and Health Issues The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Release Date: Thursday, February 10, 2022

Let's dive deep into the foundation of our nation as our team discusses Article One of the Constitution. Article One plays a massive role in our country but it seems like the politicians and lawmakers of today simply ignore it. How can we change this nation and guide it back to our founding principles? Let's discuss this and more today on The Public Square®. Topic: Role of Government The Public Square®  with your hosts David Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022

There is a new space in America where people are gathering, studying, praying and creating positive alternatives in media and public policy. The American Mission® Center is now open. This working idea farm is the national headquarters for the American Policy Roundtable, The Public Square® Media Network, iVoters.com™ and so much more. This five-acre campus is the next step in the 42-year journey of this mission to America. It is being built and paid for by families from all across the nation. This week on The Public Square® we gather at the Day of Dedication of The American Mission® Center. Our producers have been working to present this wonderful day on radio for several months. That program is now here. Please join in the inspiration and celebration on The Public Square®. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Release Date: Thursday, February 3, 2022

Is America starving for the truth or just wondering? A recent set of surveys show that nearly 65% of Americans would like to read the Bible but don't know how to start. That same survey also prompted us to ask the question: do more Americans read the Bible every week or watch cable news shows? We go looking for the answer this week on The Public Square®. Please join the conversation on radio, at thepublicsquare.com or anywhere, anytime on the free mobile app. Just search for The Public Square® at your app store. Topic: Faith in Culture The Public Square®  with your hosts David Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022

It has been years since the first COVID cases arose in the U.S. We still don't know the truth about where this virus came from and how it started. Why are our leaders not demanding answers from China? Did the U.S. have a hand in this? Do each one of us have a role to play in finding the truth? Tune in today to shed a light on this conversation. Topic: Life and Health Issues The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd Release Date: Friday, January 28, 2022

Can we trust the Supreme Court? Should we? In 1973, the Court dictated abortion law for all 50 states. If that decision is finally overturned, will the states be ready to protect human life once again? Please join in the discussion this week on The Public Square®. Topic: Life and Health Issues The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 22, 2022

How will the Supreme Court decide on the President's vaccine mandates? If OSHA gains this kind of power, where will they go next? We wade into these questions based on first principles and the rule of law. Plus an opportunity to join in our monthly update discussions all this week on The Public Square®. Topic: Article One The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 15, 2022

Has God given up on America? Should we? We begin the conversation on 2022 and what is a biblical response to the dilemma we all know is real. Is there still hope to make a difference? Please grab a chair and join in the conversation as we begin the journey through 2022. Topic: Article One The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 7, 2022

"Remember no man is a failure who has friends." It's a Wonderful Life, 1946 George Bailey can teach us all a lot about life. Every year we try to dedicate the last program of December to think about what Frank Capra and Jimmy Stewart were trying to tell America in the classic film It's a Wonderful Life. So grab your last holiday cup of cheer and join us around the radio this week on The Public Square®. Happy New Year from all of us at The Public Square®! Topic: Holidays The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, December 30, 2021  

The year is 2000 and we are in a world with no smart phones or TSA. This week, we return to Liberty Hall in Franklin, Tennessee for the inspiring conclusion to Christmas in America 2000 on The Public Square®. We invite you to gather around the Christmas Tree with those you love and tune in for this life-changing program. Merry Christmas and enjoy the show! Topic: Christmas In America The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, December 22, 2021