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Every week, First Liberty Institute brings you today’s essential stories straight from the frontlines on the battle for religious freedom.
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Jun 1, 2023
Jun 1, 2023
14 min
Mark David Hall is a fellow for the Center for Religion, Culture and Democracy, and professor at George Fox University. He joins this week’s First Liberty Live! to discuss his latest book, Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land.
On today’s episode, Mark David Hall will delve into the intersection of religion and America’s founding and uncover the profound impact of faith on our nation’s history. You won’t want to miss this insightful conversation.

May 25, 2023
May 25, 2023
19 min
On Monday, the nation will take a day of rest to remember those who served and gave their lives for our country.
Today, we’re joined by Director of Military Affairs, Mike Berry, as he shares the importance of celebrating Memorial Day – including ways you can honor the fallen this year.
Don’t miss this special episode.

May 18, 2023
May 18, 2023
14 min
With First Liberty’s multiple U.S. Supreme Court victories, we now face a new opportunity unlike any in our lifetime. Together, we can bring public expressions of faith back to our communities and restore faith across the country.
But how can you bring about this type of change in your hometown?
On today’s episode of First Liberty Live!, we’re joined by Matt Krause, a former Texas state representative and expert on First Liberty’s Restoring Faith in America project. He’ll unpack how we’re starting a movement to bring faith back into the public square – and how you can be a part of it.

May 11, 2023
May 11, 2023
31 min
The Biden administration has been nominating judges to the federal bench at an historic rate. How will these judges rule? Will they respect religious freedom?
On today’s episode of First Liberty Live!, Carrie Severino, President of the Judicial Crisis Network, will unpack what’s going on with Biden’s judicial nominees and what you need to know. It’ll be an insightful and informative conversation you won’t want to miss.

May 4, 2023
May 4, 2023
13 min
This week, we are sitting down with Turning Point USA founder and President, Charlie Kirk. With his work at Turning Point, he has developed a special insight into today’s college student.
In this episode, Charlie will share his insights on why this is such a critical time on college campuses throughout America and what he believes today’s college students are thinking about faith and liberty.
Don’t miss this episode with Charlie!

Apr 27, 2023
Apr 27, 2023
36 min
Last week, we argued at the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of Gerald Groff – our Faithful Carrier. Kelly Shackelford, President CEO and Chief Counsel, and Jeff Mateer, Chief Legal Officer, were in the courtroom when it happened.
Today, they join First Liberty Live! to give exclusive insights on what it’s like inside the courtroom, along with a discussion of the arguments presented in the case.

Apr 21, 2023
Apr 21, 2023
2hr 7 min
In this special episode, you’ll hear from guest Jeremy Samek, Senior Counsel with the Independence Law Center & the Pennsylvania Family Institute. He’ll give a preview on what you’ll hear inside the courtroom for the Groff v. DeJoy argument.
Then, we’ll take you inside the Supreme Court to hear all of the proceedings.

Apr 13, 2023
Apr 13, 2023
11 min
Heartbeat of Miami is a faith-based pregnancy resource center which helps support women and parents. And for its work? Its’ building has been defaced and spray-painted, its’ annual gala was crashed by vandals, and its’ employees have been harassed.
First Liberty is taking a stand for Heartbeat of Miami and pressing charges against the group behind these attacks: Jane’s Revenge.
This week on First Liberty Live!, Senior Counsel Jeremy Dys breaks down why these actions are so unlawful and what First Liberty is doing to combat these threats.

Apr 6, 2023
Apr 6, 2023
40 min
Mike Pompeo, former U.S. Secretary of the State and Director of the CIA, is a committed religious freedom advocate and strong man of faith. While he was in office, he fought for freedom across the world.
This week on First Liberty Live!, watch a special Q&A between him and our President, CEO, and Chief Counsel, Kelly Shackelford.
You’ll hear insights from his time in the White House along with special stories you won’t want to miss!

Mar 30, 2023
Mar 30, 2023
15 min
First, we took you to the frontlines of our Faith Under Fire case at the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Now, we’re breaking down what happened during the argument.
Vice President of Litigation, David Hacker joins the show to unpack the arguments presented and where this case goes next.
