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Faith, Healing & Transformation

He Gave Sight to Millions... But His Greatest Vision Was Much Bigger

In Part Two of The UPside Conversations, Dr. Ming Wang shares how faith, science, compassion, and freedom shaped one of the most remarkable medical missions of our time.

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February 14, 2026
Faith, Science & Culture

The Ideas That Shape Civilizations- Why What We Believe about Our Origins May Be One of the Most Important Conversations of Our Time

Ideas have consequences. They don't simply influence individual opinions—they shape cultures, civilizations, and generations. Throughout history, the ideas embraced by a society have determined how people understand truth, morality, human dignity, and purpose. Few ideas have had a greater influence than the answer to one simple question: Where did we come from? In this week's episode of The UPside Conversations, Marion MacKenzie sits down with science educator, author, and museum founder David Rives for a thoughtful exploration of these life-shaping questions.

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February 14, 2026
Marriage and Family

The Romantic Recession: Ryan Dobson on Marriage, Masculinity, and Why Commitment Is Still Worth the Risk

A candid conversation on toxic feminism myths, the digital habits quietly isolating us, and what it actually takes to build a marriage that lasts.

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February 14, 2026
Family, Faith & Parenting

Who Will Shape the Next Generation? Helping Little Hearts Find Big Faith

Every generation faces the challenge of preparing children for an increasingly complex world. Yet one remarkable statistic continues to stand out: the overwhelming majority of Christians come to faith before the age of eight. In the latest episode of The UPside Conversations, host Marion MacKenzie Pyle welcomes renowned children's ministry pioneer Jean Thomason, best known as Miss PattyCake, for an inspiring conversation about why the earliest years of a child's life are so spiritually significant. Together, they explore the biblical foundation for early childhood discipleship, the lasting impact of music and joyful learning, and the vital role parents, grandparents, teachers, and caretakers play in shaping a child's faith. Their discussion offers timely encouragement, affirming that long before neuroscience highlighted the importance of early childhood development, Scripture had already revealed the power of planting seeds of faith in young hearts.

Faith and Culture

Only 13%? The Faith Gap In America We Can't Ignore

What if someone handed you an X-ray of America's spiritual health? According to research discussed by National Religious Broadcasters President and CEO Troy Miller, nearly 60% of Americans affirm the core doctrines of Christianity. They believe in the virgin birth, the resurrection, and the saving work of Christ. Yet when asked whether those beliefs consistently shape their daily decisions and worldview, only 13% said yes. It's a startling revelation—and one that helps explain much of the confusion, anxiety, loneliness, and spiritual hunger we see around us today

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February 14, 2026