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653 - This Megachurch Has Eyes Everywhere

September 16, 2026 · 1 h 13 min

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Jessica and I spoke about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics.

— A Texas megachurch’s 400 AI-powered surveillance cameras are deeply disturbing. (0:40)

— GOP candidate Michael Whatley’s “integrity” prayer was led by a registered sex offender. (30:11)

— Lawsuit says Christian school in Denver tried to “squash” a 13-year-old’s assault allegation. (39:22)

— Virginia middle school students win LGBTQ club fight as school board members play victim. (52:12)

— A teacher told a Kansas lawmaker “Trans rights are human rights.” Hours later, she was fired. (1:02:20)

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