Author: Daniel Mynyk

We shift from the overpopulation myth because respectable mainstream opinion has changed. Even the political left has criticized the former overpopulation alarmism as potentially “racist” and bigoted toward poorer people.But the new alarmism in the recent decade is that “income inequality” is the new dragon to slay. We tackle two claims of how income inequality crushes civilization:Income inequality destroys the environmentIncome inequality kills poor peopleUnderstanding how the economy is an interwoven tapestry of mutual exchanges shows how the wealthy do not “overconsume,” nor do they do so in a vacuum. And the real underconsumption of wealthy investment actually improves the lives of everyone in the economy.Sources Cited:Heather Alberro, Nottingham Trent University, “Why we should be wary of blaming ‘overpopulation’ for

After seeing that some people sympathize with Thanos against the Marvel Avengers for the fate of the universe, we look at another model of population growth trends that is becoming more mainstream.The Demographic Transition Model (DTM) provides four to six stages of population growth to show how it naturally levels off after spiking. This model correlates statistics about birth rates, death rates, and technology advances throughout several centuries and observes countries of the world at various stages.There is no need for alarm. The population naturally takes care of its own growth. The real problem for a people is rejecting the design of their Creator.Sources Referenced:“The Demographic Transition Model (DTM)“Keith Montgomery, Department of Geography and Geology, UWC, “THE DEMOGRAPHIC TRANSITION“Scriptures Referenced:Hebrews

We continue discussing the overpopulation myth that still hasn’t died.We start with some 21st-century statements from the infamous Paul Ehrlich, proving that he hasn’t recanted his failed prophecies of overpopulation fearmongering.Next, we review an article from Forbes that tries to convince the world that Thanos, the supervillain from the late Marvel Avengers movies really did nothing wrong. According to this article, Thanos was really the guy good and the Avengers were the bad guys.Sources Referenced:Damian Carrington, “Paul Ehrlich: ‘Collapse of civilisation is a near certainty within decades’“Katharine Mieszkowski, “Do we need population control?“ThanosDidNothingWrong on RedditJV Chamary, “The Science Of ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Proves Thanos Did Nothing Wrong“Scriptures Referenced:Proverbs 6:16-19Psalm 2:1-4*****Like what you hear? Donate to Truthspresso and give a shot of

This episode was inspired by something my wife showed me from a campaign called “One Planet One Child.”From Thomas Malthus in the 1790’s to Paul Ehrlich in the 1960’s and beyond, some economists and scientists have feared the doom of humanity. This doom is mass suffering and starvation of millions of people ever at the door.The cause? Overpopulation.We look at Paul Ehrlich’s predictions in the 1960’s through the 1980’s to see if they came to pass. You could probably look around you to figure it out.But is an overpopulation problem still on the horizon? What does the Bible say?Sources Consulted:https://www.intelligenteconomist.com/malthusian-theoryhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/dont-fall-for-the-doomsday-predictions/2019/01/08/46a4ced2-1361-11e9-b6ad-9cfd62dbb0a8_story.htmlhttps://ourworldindata.org/future-population-growthhttps://ourworldindata.org/extreme-povertyWhat God Thinks About “Overpopulation”Scriptures Cited:Genesis 1:28Genesis 9:1Psalm 127:3-5*****Like what you hear? Donate to Truthspresso and give a shot of support!*****

This is part 2 of an interview with Jamal Bandy, host of the Prescribed Truth podcast.Jamal explains what “social justice” and “critical theory” are as elements of Marxist philosophy. The word “race” has been added to make “critical race theory” an issue of U.S. history.Jamal gives some heartfelt and keen insights into misunderstood realities of both the present and the past that are often fuel for ethnic politics.Jamal Bandy:Prescribed TruthPrescribed Truth podcastPrescribed Truth YouTube*****Like what you hear? Donate to Truthspresso and give a shot of support!*****

This is part 1 of an interview with Jamal Bandy, host of the Prescribed Truth podcast.Jamal tells his story of how he was involved in an Apostolic Oneness church and how unexpected events led him to question what he was taught.Jamal learns the truth about God as Trinity and that the Oneness teaching is wrong. He also learns that works don’t save him and don’t keep him saved, because the Father and the Son secure him.Jamal Bandy:Prescribed TruthPrescribed Truth podcastPrescribed Truth YouTube*****Like what you hear? Donate to Truthspresso and give a shot of support!*****

This episode continues from the topic of the last one by discussing actual problems with democracy.We answer the following questions:What are the problems of democracy?It is not based on absolute, unchanging truth.Eligibility to vote is not certain.A simple majority is not really “the will of the people.” 51% can plunder the 49%.It encourages factions to develop.Defensive voting is a constant headache.Special interests can trick voters with confusing ballot initiatives.A nation is not homogeneous to unite “one people.” Factors of regional differences can cause certain interests to overpower other interests.Election campaigns become increasingly expensive.It tends toward socialism.Where does democracy actually work?In free market contexts.Is there anything better than either democracy or centralized power?How about a simple, small government that protects individual

There is a lot of hoopla about the state of democracy in the United States and around the world. Many citizens value the ideals of democracy as sacred and best.Christians should be willing to examine democracy itself and ask some important questions. We ask and answer the following questions:What is democracy? We define the term and compare it to other types of government.Why is democracy appealing? We look at five reasons: (a) power is decentralized, (b) each voter is supposed to be politically equal, (c) laws require majority approval, (d) citizens are encouraged to know and participate in their own politics, and (e) change can happen without a violent revolutionIs Democracy Biblical?Scriptures Referenced:Judges 21:25Proverbs 14:12Micah 2:2Exodus 20:13-17Sources Cited:Austin Sarat, “Where

This is part 2 of the last episode. We continue to examine the mindset of war from a Christian perspective by asking questions. This episode asks the last two questions:What about the wars that God commanded? (Gen 50:19; Rom 12:18-21)How should we view our enemies now? (Mat 28:18-19; Mat 5:43-47)We conclude with Psalm 120:2,6-7 to ask the question, “Are we for peace, or are we for war?”Podcast Promotion:Quest For Truth with Keith Heltsley and Nathan Caldwell*****Like what you hear? Donate to Truthspresso and give a shot of support!*****

We move from the wisdom of the world that war benefits an economy to ask us Christians how we should view war. The Bible gives us some guidance. We ask these four questions:What are human beings? (Gen 9:6)What causes wars? (Jas 4:1-5)When is war justified? (Psa 7:3-5)What is the mindset of war? (“us” vs. “them”)I recognize that I presented this episode a little passionately and that it might ruffle some feathers, especially given the political landscape. Christians, of all people, as those who believe in the morality of the Bible, should take topics like this seriously.Podcast Promotion:Echo Zoe Radio with Andy Olson*****Like what you hear? Donate to Truthspresso and give a shot of support!*****