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Modern Chivalry (MM #3668) 

Today, I have just one question. Is modern chivalry dead? I’m talking simple things, like opening the car door for a woman or offering your jacket when it’s cold. We were taught these things in our youth, but the world is changing. Where do these items fit in our modern world? I truly wonder…  

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The Struggle Is Real (MM #3631)

For many years, when people used the phrase the struggle is real, they meant it as a joke. They were often talking about first-world problems. But recently, when people talk struggles, there is no joking implied…

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Out Of Control (MM #3607)

There’s been a lot of talk about the climate of cancel culture in our society today. We touched on this here on the podcast about 6 months ago. Many feel that social media has added to the problem. Some feel how we treat others is out of control. Like many topics, people can’t seem to…

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Right And Wrong (MM #3606)

We have a lot of problems right now in America. And I realize that to many, that is an understatement. But if we get down to the heart of the matter, it’s simple. We can’t agree on right and wrong. There is no gray area anymore. And this problem has been hiding just below the…

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Anger And Fear (MM #3366)

Two of our most basic emotions are anger and fear. And today I pose the question, could these two emotions also play a huge role in what causes hatred? I know that I’m oversimplifying things, but…

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Extremes (MM #3353)

Some experts claim that we currently live in a world of extremes. And sociologists are very worried. While historically there have been times that seemed rather extreme, there was always room for compromise. But now…

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Celebrities And Athletes (MM #3292)

For too long people in the US have obsessed on the lives of celebrities and athletes. For some reason we cared about every little detail of their lives. But over the last couple of weeks we’ve started paying attention to something that matters much more…

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This Time Of Year (MM #3261)

We all know that bullying has become a problem. And with that said, I’ve noticed something about this time of year with regards to bullying. And I’m not sure if there’s a pattern or just a coincidence…

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Bananas (MM #3188)

The world is going bananas. Go ahead, take the statement as you will. Was the recent Art Basel banana really art, or just a social statement?

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Nothing Shocks You (MM #3183)

Have you reached a point in life where nothing shocks you anymore? I honestly think that I’ve reached that point. I still feel every emotion, but sadly my reaction is never shock. And that scares me…

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