Why has Harry Potter been so controversial in Christian circles — especially in America? What is J. K. Rowling's relationship with Christianity?

How did she respond to the "book burning" controversies? And can a case be made for seeing the series as a "Christian" story?

In this episode, historian and biographer Solomon Schmidt discusses the influences surrounding the iconic Harry Potter series, Rowling's personal faith journey, and the controversy surrounding the books.

A specialist on the life of J. K. Rowling, Solomon provides thought-provoking insights into Rowling's religious background, literary influences, and the Christian themes embedded in her work.

Find out more about Solomon's work:

1. A Pen to Rule the World: The Life of J.K. Rowling https://jkrowlingbiography.com/
2. Skyhorse Publishing: https://www.skyhorsepublishing.com/9781648210983/a-pen-to-change-the-world/

This show is sponsored by the Canberra Declaration.

In this episode, Cody and Daniel discuss the recent government legislation regarding social media—focusing mainly on the proposed ban for children under 16.

They explore the dangers of social media for youth, the effectiveness of legislative solutions, the balance between parental responsibility and government intervention, and concerns over digital IDs and privacy.

They emphasise the need for community and parental involvement in addressing the negative impacts of social media on young people.

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Cody and Daniel share some preliminary reactions to the news that American commentator Candace Owens has been denied a visa to enter Australia.

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