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Send us a text! In 1936, the Washington rowing team miraculously captured the gold medal in the Berlin Olympics. A group of young, impoverished men were united by great coaches to accomplish the unthinkable. They experienced the magic of eight men rowing in perfect harmony, thus accomplishing something truly great. What can we learn from them? Every dynasty, every great team, has had a great coach, who acts as a “tribal leader.” That person’s job is to unite the team around a single mi...

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

Send us a text! In this episode, we want to ask and answer a few pivotal questions: Why are monocultures good? How can we go about building them in our own households, churches, and boroughs? Why are we building a thick monoculture here in Ogden, and what are some of the challenges we’ve faced? What are some of the core components of that monoculture? As we answer these questions, it’s our hope that you will be inspired to build a robust, thick monoculture where you are, for after all,...

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

Send us a text! In this episode of The King's Hall, the guys open the mailbag and answer some listener questions—How should dads handle their daughter’s courtship? is postmillennialism wrong? How do you raise kids in the age of A.I.? Listen now for their answers! Did you know supporters of the show get ad-free video and audio episodes delivered early and access to our patron exclusive shows The Deus Vault and After Hours? https://www.patreon.com/thekingshall Armored Republic: Making Too...

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2025

Send us a text! It’s obviously true that the left has embraced full blown egalitarianism, but what’s often overlooked is that Christian conservatives have also accepted positions that sacrifice biblical principles on sexed piety. One glaring example is George Gilder, an apparent conservative who wrote “Men and Marriage.” While espousing biblical forms of sexuality, many who read Gilder have accepted feminist presuppositions—the superiority of women and the idea that women are somehow by natur...

Transcribed - Published: 4 July 2025

Send us a text! Dan, Brian, and Eric discuss the recent NCP conference, including what they learned from a host of great speakers, including Andrew Isker, Joel Webbon, and Stephen Wolfe. We break down the New Christian Right, as well as the first annual New Christendom Games. Did you know supporters of the show get ad-free video and audio episodes delivered early and access to our patron exclusive shows The Deus Vault and After Hours? https://www.patreon.com/thekingshall Are you a busi...

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

Send us a text! In this episode, we talk with Will Tanner about the history of Rhodesia, including its rise and tragic fall under the leadership of Ian Smith. He was a great man but he could not stop the globalist democratic egalitarian onslaught that was hellbent on destroying a country that was "more British than the British." But why was it so? Why did the West, including men like Jimmy Carter, want Rhodesia turned into a hellscape? We'll discuss it in this episode. Brian and Eric al...

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

Send us a text! In this episode, Brian and Eric talk about the upcoming singles mixer, the problematic dating scene, and what Christians can do about it. They discuss courtship from a biblical perspective, as well as the three weddings that occurred in 2025 from the previous New Christendom Press conference. Finally, we share an interview with Sam & Chase, who met at the 2024 conference, got married the same year, and are expecting their first child. They discuss how best to approac...

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

Send us a text! In this episode, Ben, Eric, and Dan discuss the Longhouse, which Eric discussed in his talk at the recent Right Response conference in Texas. What is the Longhouse? How does it work? We talk about the problem with HR departments, which are run by hysterical women, and how women were so influential in shaping American society. We'll also recap the Trashworld conference and panel, which we talked about at the panel with Stephen Wolfe, Thomas Achord, Joel Webbon, Andrew Isk...

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2025

Send us a text! Pastor Dan Berkholder of Refuge Church sits down with Jase Reyneveld and David Reece to share the behind-the-scenes of building and investing in businesses, and why economic greenification is so pivotal in shaping the New Christendom. Yes, you need pastors overseeing reform in the ecclesiastical sphere, and politicians in the political space, but you also need entrepreneurs and businessmen to start, buy, and run Christian companies that serve as extensions of the Christian hou...

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

Send us a text! Waco. Ruby Ridge. The 1990s saw two of the great disasters of government overreach, and both the ATF and the FBI were close at the center of the problem. In this episode, we talk about the origins of the ATF, as well its role in today’s world. We’ll talk with Issac Botkin from TREX Arms about his recent series on the ATF. 2025 New Christendom Press Conference: https://www.newchristendompress.com/2025 Did you know supporters of the show get ad-free video and audio episodes deli...

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

Send us a text! Feminism has ruined not only society, but the church. Instead of correcting haughty and controlling women, we now celebrate what Paul calls in Titus 2, women who revile the word of God by disrespecting their husbands. Sadly, many men are trapped in marriages to reviling women. In this episode, we sit down to talk with David Edgington, a biblical counselor and pastor whose forthcoming book, "White Knights and Reviling Wives: How Feminism Destroys Families" will be published thr...

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025

Send us a text! Does Classical Christian education have an egalitarianism problem? We think so. Join us in the King’s Hall for a deep dive on the inherent tensions between universal education and the way God made the world. 2025 New Christendom Press Conference: https://www.newchristendompress.com/2025 Did you know supporters of the show get ad-free video and audio episodes delivered early and access to our patron exclusive show The Deus Vault? https://www.patreon.com/thekingshall Talk ...

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

2025 New Christendom Press Conference: https://www.newchristendompress.com/2025 In this episode of the King’s Hall Podcast, we’ll discuss the Post War Consensus, why we think it is dying—and why we think that’s a good thing. Out with the “weak gods” that have destroyed the West, and in with the “strong gods” that built the first Christendom. In particular, we’ll discuss R.R. Reno’s book, Return of the Strong Gods, as well as an article from Ben Crenshaw over at American Reformer. We’ll...

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

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Published: 21 February 2025

As we discuss in today’s episode—which features an interview with Dr. George Grant—the 5th through 9th centuries were marked by Guilds of Learning, which were the melding of craftsmanship with covenant succession. A student spent an entire lifetime being shaped by a master, who helped them become immersed in whatever trade they had taken up. As a result, “artists” saw themselves as workmen, and spent a lifetime honing their craft. None of this could have been possible without the emergence o...

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

In his first days in office, Donald Trump set about radically reshaping America with a long list of executive orders. He declared a national energy emergency in America, promised to "drill baby drill," renamed the Gulf of Mexico, and ended many national environmental engagements, including the Paris Accords. On the immigration issue, he went after cartels, began deporting illegals, and confronted foreign governments like Colombia, which at first refused to take back its citizens. Many have ca...

Transcribed - Published: 31 January 2025

As the recent dustup on X over Christmas demonstrated, the ruling elites and techno-oligarchs aren't exactly in touch with American sentiment when it comes to the H-1B visa, a program that brings in foreign labor to replace American jobs. The program has existed for a long time, and one of its key users is Apple. Likewise, we'll talk about an article from Dave Greene about the H-1B that dispels many of the ugly truths behind it. As with the story of the closure of the Leinenkugel Brewery in W...

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2025

What if the icons of conservative thought weren't who we believed them to be? This episode challenges preconceived notions as we unravel the complex tapestry of conservative politics and Christian nationalism. We start by examining why we did not endorse the Antioch Declaration, with a spotlight on William F. Buckley Jr.'s contentious journey through the American right. From his influential founding of the National Review to his polarizing stance on Israel, Buckley's legacy is dissected to re...

Transcribed - Published: 27 December 2024

In this episode of The King's Hall Podcast, we tell the story of a people who quite literally saved civilization—the Irish—remembering that the Lord loves to use small, backwoods communities to do great and mighty works.The Irish are a hardscrabble people who have suffered much and endured through tears and laughter. They fought in the face of certain defeat and somehow didn’t lose their jovial spirit. Though they scarcely get the credit they deserve, it was the uneducated, rough-around-the-e...

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2024

Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 Presidential election marked one of the greatest political comebacks in U.S. history. He didn't do it alone, however, but with a ton of help from folks like Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Scott Pressler, Susie Wiles, Joe Rogan, and Dana White. His run also had broad appeal to many on the right wing thanks to the selection of J.D. Vance as Vice Presidential candidate. With the win, as Elon Musk said on X, "The future is gonna be fantastic." The real question is who ...

Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2024

Discover how to transform your family into a thriving hub of economic productivity and shared purpose. We explore Chris Wiley’s revolutionary ideas presented in "Man of the House," which challenge the conventional fragmentation of family roles. Through engaging conversations and real-life stories, we examine how modern households can reclaim their identity as vibrant centers of learning, hospitality, and intergenerational wealth. Pastor Adam Madden joins us to share his unique approach to int...

Transcribed - Published: 1 November 2024

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Transcribed - Published: 18 October 2024

It all began with the assassination of Franz Ferdinand on June 28, 1914, and would result in World War I—a brother war that would tear the West apart. The King of England, the Kaiser, and Tsar Nicholas were all blood related cousins. To this day, no one really knows how, exactly, or why WWI happened. But it did. And it opened the door for chaos that led to World War II and the rise of men like Hitler, Stalin, and Mussolini. Today, Reformed Christians are quick to go to war with each other, bu...

Transcribed - Published: 4 October 2024

We here at New Christendom Press have a big announcement for you: A brand new book!That's right, after more than a year of work, Brian and Ben are pleased to announce Haunted Cosmos: Doing Your Duty in a World That's Not Just Stuff, a book all about the glory of the world God has made—seen and unseen—and how to do your duty in it.You can preorder this premium hardcover edition right now at this link. These will be shipping around the first week or two of November—plenty of time for Christmas!

Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2024

The kingdom of Wallachia was the home to warlords, brutality, and the reign of Islamic terror. One man rose from Turkish captivity to save his people, and would as a result become one of the most fascinating—and brutal—leaders in Christendom. His name was Vlad Tepes, but he was best known as Vlad Dracul or, more ominously, Vlad the Impaler. In the late 1800s, Bram Stoker found documents about Vlad's brutal methods and in turn wrote the famous novel, Dracula. He told of a blood sucking vampire...

Transcribed - Published: 20 September 2024

In this episode we wrap up our series on building wealth as we talk with Joe Garrisi, from Backwards Planning Financial. We'll discuss traditional finance, or TradFi: banking, the stock market, the bond market, venture capital, and hedge funds. As a wealth manager, Joe helps clients think through long-term investing strategies. Be sure to sign up at the King's Hall Patreon to get exclusive access to interviews with historians like Glenn Sunshine and to access the Deus Vault, a Patreon-exclusi...

Transcribed - Published: 6 September 2024

The Louisiana Purchase stands as one of the key moments that shaped what America would become as a nation. It laid the groundwork for massive continental expansion and economic development. The purchase was also not merely a momentary investment, but a bet on the generations of future sons and daughters of America. It was a visionary investment in the future. We'll continue to explore a pivotal question in this episode: How can I leave an inheritance to my children's children? If history is a...

Transcribed - Published: 23 August 2024

In this episode, Dan Berkholder sits down with Jase Reyneveld, one of the owners at Alpine Gold in Ogden, Utah, to discuss the monetary value of gold and why it matters in today's economy. They talk about money as a store of wealth and a hedge against inflation, the problems with fiat currency, and the Federal Reserve Bank. We also discuss the GameStop short attempt, as well as other historical events that led to the creation of fiat currency and the Federal Reserve Bank. Recommende...

Transcribed - Published: 10 August 2024

In this episode, we talk with Jordan Bush, executive director at Thank God for Bitcoin. We'll pick his brain about the importance of de-fi (decentralized finance), blockchain, and how Christians can utilize cryptocurrency to build wealth and further the work of the new Christendom. You can't build New Christendom without understanding money and wealth. In this brief new series, we'll be talking to experts in real estate, cryptocurrency, precious metals (gold & silver), and trad-fi (tradit...

Transcribed - Published: 26 July 2024

In this episode, we talk with Jeremy Carl, senior fellow at the Claremont Institute, where his primary focus is on immigration, multiculturalism, and nationalism in America. He served in the first Trump administration and recently released a book, The Unprotected Class: How Anti-White Racism is Tearing America Apart. We'll talk about this tumultuous political moment in light of the recent Trump assassination attempt, the selection of J.D. Vance as VP nominee, and why there's hope for tho...

Transcribed - Published: 19 July 2024

In this episode we talk with pastor and author Zach Garris about the work of Reformed resourcement and his new book, "Honor Thy Fathers." In the book, Garris argues that biblical patriarchy and male headship were the standard positions of our Reformed fathers. He also argues that churches should return to these teachings and oppose feminist incursions into the church and Christian theology. We'll ask and answer some important questions in this episode: Why is it that so many Reformed churches...

Transcribed - Published: 12 July 2024

We do a much needed breakdown from the 2024 NCP Conference recently in Ogden, UT. We'll talk about the current moment, why there's so much energy in our camp—dare we say, you could call it an Ogden Mood—White Boy Summer, Stephen Wolfe, and much, much more. We'll talk about some of the highlights, including Joel Webbon's epic talk on righteous balkanization, Chase Davis' post-mortem on Acts 29, and Dr. Joe Rigney's excellent talk about how empathy can destroy your church or community. The...

Transcribed - Published: 28 June 2024

The Muslims called him Skanderbeg, which means, "Lord Alexander." Born George Kastrioti, the Albanian born prince was captured by the Muslims, became a Janissary, and yet returned to defend his people and Christendom. We'll also talk about the Arab and Ottoman slave trade, which dwarfed the Atlantic slave trade in terms of numbers of slaves and duration. Why don't we hear about this in schools today? Be sure to sign up at the King's Hall Patreon to get exclusive access to interviews with...

Transcribed - Published: 31 May 2024

In this episode we talk with Timon Cline and Clifford Humphrey about their article that ran in the American Reformer, titled Fortress Building in the Negative World. We also discuss Aaron Renn's work about life in the negative world, how to build strong outposts for cultural insurgency, and failures within the church and political sphere to address this new kind of world. We'll talk about Machiavelli's The Prince, why strong messaging works to filter out the wrong people and attract the right...

Transcribed - Published: 10 May 2024

We trace the heroic journey of Christian lords and knights like Duke Godfrey as they reconquer and retake Jerusalem. We'll also cover the battle of Nicaea and Antioch, including the miraculous appearance of Saint George. One of the key figures we'll also discuss is Bohemond, the giant-like hero, and his nephew, Tancred. We'll also ask pivotal questions for our own time: Which institutions could be retaken? Why is it right and proper that men follow other men and leaders who have won real figh...

Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2024

In November of 1095, at the height of the Muslim invasion, Pope Urban II spoke from a platform outside the French city of Claremont, surrounded by an enormous crowd. There he roused noble knights and lords to defend Constantinople from a Muslim invasion and called them to retake Jerusalem for Christendom. In this episode, we talk about the men who answered the call, from Godfrey of Bouillon to Raymond of Toulouse. We'll discuss the People's Crusade, led by Peter the Hermit and Walter the...

Transcribed - Published: 12 April 2024

As C.S. Lewis told it, there's not just disenchantment happening about the history of the West and of Christendom, but an intentionally cast dark spell that blinds us to the glory and brightness that is our Christian heritage. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Joe Rigney about C.S. Lewis, the Silver Chair, and the insightful character, Puddleglum. We'll talk about fatherhood, Young Restless & Reformed, the Christian Nationalism movement, and what to expect from life in the negative w...

Transcribed - Published: 22 March 2024

In this episode, we seek to recover the patriarchy of the first Christendom, including the reformers. To men like Knox, Calvin, Vermigli, and others, headship and father rule were central, not secondary, issues upon which Christendom was built. C.S. Lewis included headship in his book, Mere Christianity, as a centrally important doctrine. We'll unpack nine principles that are central to a patriarchal vision, which is in turn essential for building Christendom.We also discuss the recent tweet ...

Transcribed - Published: 8 March 2024

Journey back to the brink of history with us, where the fate of the West dangled precariously during the Siege of Vienna in 1683. Feel the intensity of the Ottomans' siege and Vienna's dire straits as we recount the arrival of Jan Sobieski and his famed Winged Hussars. Their legendary charge, the largest in history, didn't just shift the tide of battle—it signaled the beginning of the Ottoman Empire's decline and left a cultural imprint that echoes to this day, even inspiring Tolkien's tales ...

Transcribed - Published: 23 February 2024

Alfred is one of the greatest heroes of the Christian West. Once exiled, he regained a foothold on the island and drove out the Danes, who had ruthlessly overwhelmed the countryside. He led reforms in education, government, and monetary policy. He also developed the idea of Christian burroughs. Known as the White Horse King, we'll talk about Alfred's legendary military campaigns against Guthrum and the Vikings. The White Horse King, Ben Merkle. Be sure to sign up at the King's Hall ...

Transcribed - Published: 9 February 2024

After the rise of Muhammad across the Arabian peninsula in the 7th Century, Christian armies faced a serious threat to Western Civilization. Things came to a head in 636 at the Battle of Yarmuk, when Heraclius' Byzantine army met with crushing defeat before an advancing Muslim army. Many think the conflict between these two religions started with the first Crusade in 1095, but it starts long before that. In this episode, we talk about what happened at this famous battle and why Yarmuk st...

Transcribed - Published: 26 January 2024

We embark on the epic journey of Season 3 in this episode of the podcast. We'll be talking about the myths and lies you've been told about Christendom 1.0. Speaking of which, what is Christendom? Who are the heroes that built it? What are its high water marks and when did it begin? Why was Islam so important in the shaping of Christian Europe and the West? Were the Crusades really evil? We're telling the story of Christendom in all its heroic glory, from men like Charlemagne and El Cid,...

Transcribed - Published: 12 January 2024

Ever feel like modern society has lost touch with its roots? Sit down with us, as we pull back the veil of time to explore the pivotal role of ancient truths in shaping and rebuilding Christendom. We push past overused narratives and dive into misunderstood aspects of our history, taking a closer look at pivotal themes such as Christian Nationalism, the alleged barbarism during the Crusades, and the often overlooked benefits of colonialism. We believe that the preservation of history is a dut...

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2023

In this episode, we address the debate around adoption ethics and the social media storm following Eric Conn's recent tweets related to adoption. Our journey takes us from the language of natural affection in Biblical texts to the role of the Church in adoption, and the very real impact of unconsidered adoption. Get ready for discussions about the billion-dollar adoption industry, the dangers of not researching adoption, and the importance of pastoral guidance when making decisions about adop...

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2023

Stories have the power to transform the way we live our lives, but why is that? Have you ever considered how the narratives we weave impact our perception of the world and guide our actions? Or why so many people's live are framed by a narrative of decline? Join us as we embark on a captivating journey into the transformative world of stories and why it's important that we as fathers tell our sons and daughters the right kind of tales. What kind of story are you living in? In our enligh...

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2023

Are you prepared to wage the battle for hope? As fathers and leaders, we're not just fighting for our own souls. We're contending for the souls of our children, the future generation. We're on a quest to discover how to provide beams of hope amidst the swirling tempests of life. In this pursuit, we turn to Tolkien’s The Return of the King, examining the character of Denethor, a symbol of despair and defeat. We also reflect on the importance of raising our children to be strong, courageous, an...

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2023

Do you ever ponder how societal shifts and technological advancements are influencing fertility and family structures? In this thought-provoking conversation, we compare the worldwide birth rates of the 1950s to those of today, and question the balance between fertility and prosperity. We shed light on the rise of fertility religions and the growing trend of egg freezing, a path chosen by many modern women who seek to balance their career aspirations and future family plans. We also discuss t...

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2023

Are you grappling with how to guide your children towards godly marriages? The story of Joshua Harris, once an icon of the modern purity movement, whose unfortunate fall from grace prompts us to ponder: How can we protect our daughters from such pitfalls and inspire our sons to seek virtuous women? How can we, as fathers, help our children to marry well and avoid marrying fools?In this episode, we challenge the widely accepted approach to dating, questioning its potential harms and limitation...

Transcribed - Published: 14 September 2023

In this episode, we talk about how to win your children's hearts. As we learn from the story of Stonewall Jackson, our sons will either build and defend our cultural monuments—or tear them down. How do we think about cultural transmission and legacy work? Where does it start? Ultimately, we need thick culture that comes from thick liturgy and cultural maximalism. As we navigate the complexity of protecting our historical monuments, we also broach the little-known influence of feminism an...

Transcribed - Published: 1 September 2023

Doug Wilson has said one of the things you want to be as a father is “The Blessing Man.” You have a unique role to be a disciplinarian, and provide authority, order, and structure, and this is good. But you also need to be like the Lord, Our Father, who overflows with blessing. We see this picture of the Lord in Psalm 65:9-13: Ever thought about how the portrayal of masculinity and fatherhood in popular culture has been skewed? Unpack the idea of fatherhood, joy and masculinity with us, as we...

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2023