On today's show Bill talks with John J. Smithbaker, author of Man Enough to Forgive: Healing the Wounds of Fatherhood Abandonment.

On today's show Bill talks with John J. Smithbaker, author of Man Enough to Forgive: Healing the Wounds of Fatherhood Abandonment.

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At the intersection of faith & life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.  Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particular conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.

Bill is the president of the Florida Ethics and Religious Liberties commission, and an abashed follower of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.  He also brings an especially Floridian perspective to his program and podcast, as he served in many capacities over a lot of decades in the Sunshine state. 

At the intersection of faith &amp; life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.&nbsp; Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particular conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.
Bill is the president of the Florida Ethics and Religious Liberties commission, and an abashed follower of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.&nbsp; He also brings an especially Floridian perspective to his program and podcast, as he served in many capacities over a lot of decades in the Sunshine state.&nbsp;

At the intersection of faith & life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.  Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particular conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.

The Bill Bunkley Show

At the intersection of faith & life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.  Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particularly conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.

Bill is the president of the Florida Ethics and Religious Liberties commission, and an abashed follower of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.  He also brings an especially Floridian perspective to his program and podcast, as he served in many capacities over a lot of decades in the Sunshine state.

At the intersection of faith &amp; life is the Bill Bunkley show, briefing loyal radio listeners all across West-Central Florida faithfully for over 20 years.&nbsp; Bill has a unique heart for conservative issues - particularly conservative social issues, all informed by his deeply held faithful conviction.
Bill is the president of the Florida Ethics and Religious Liberties commission, and an abashed follower of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ.&nbsp; He also brings an especially Floridian perspective to his program and podcast, as he served in many capacities over a lot of decades in the Sunshine state.

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Join Bill Bunkley live from Tampa studios for this powerful Friday edition of The Bill Bunkley Show on Salem Radio and letstalkfaith.com. It's Friday the 13th—but we're not superstitious; we're trusting in providence!
Life-Saving Charity Drive – Final Push! We're on the final approach to rescuing 322 severely malnourished children in Malawi, Zambia, and Uganda through Cross International. Down to just 50 kids—your one-time $62 gift provides food, clean water, medical care, trauma counseling, Christian education, and a Bible for a full year. Call 888-873-1057 or visit letstalkfaith.com (click the red banner) to make a tax-deductible difference today!
Urgent Global & National News Briefings
Middle East war developments (Iran conflicts, U.S. Marine deployments to the region, KC-135 crash tribute)
Florida's new election integrity law requiring photo ID and proof of citizenship
Uplifting Family & Faith-Focused Media Segments
Plugged In's family-friendly movie awards winners (including Paddington in Peru, Fantastic Four: First Steps, The King of Kings, and more)
Inspiring interview with Movie Guide's Dr. Ted Baer on receiving the Visionary Award for 40+ years advancing faith-based and wholesome content in Hollywood

Tune in weekdays at 3 PM ET for faith-meets-life briefings, listener calls (877-943-9673), and a consistent Christian conservative perspective.

Listen to The Bill Bunkley Show weekdays at 3 on letstalkfaith.com.

#BillBunkleyShow #FaithAndLife #RescueKidsAfrica #CrossInternational #ChristianWorldview #MiddleEastUpdate #FamilyMovies #Letstalkfaith

Join Bill Bunkley live from Tampa studios for this powerful Friday edition of The Bill Bunkley Show on Salem Radio and letstalkfaith.com. It's Friday the 13th&mdash;but we're not superstitious; we're trusting in providence!
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<li>Inspiring interview with Movie Guide's Dr. Ted Baer on receiving the Visionary Award for 40+ years advancing faith-based and wholesome content in Hollywood</li>
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Tune in weekdays at 3 PM ET for faith-meets-life briefings, listener calls (877-943-9673), and a consistent Christian conservative perspective.
Listen to The Bill Bunkley Show weekdays at 3 on letstalkfaith.com.
#BillBunkleyShow #FaithAndLife #RescueKidsAfrica #CrossInternational #ChristianWorldview #MiddleEastUpdate #FamilyMovies #Letstalkfaith

Friday the 13th Providence: Rescuing Africa's Children, Middle East War Briefing, and Wholesome Movie Picks

On today’s show, Bill unpacks a series of major developments spanning global conflict, national security, and local politics. First, we examine the latest war update, including growing questions around Iran as the new Supreme Leader has still not been publicly seen, fueling speculation about stability and leadership inside the regime. We’ll also take a closer look at Iranian drone capabilities, which continue to pose a persistent challenge for U.S. operations and intelligence planning, creating what military officials describe as a long-lasting headache for U.S. Operations Command.

Closer to home, the focus shifts to local government and Florida politics. A proposed Hillsborough County referendum could expand the County Commission from 9 to 11 members, a move supporters say will improve representation while critics warn it could complicate governance. We’ll also break down a developing controversy as the Florida Attorney General suggests Tampa Mayor Jane Castor could potentially face removal from office over immigration policy decisions, raising questions about the balance of power between local governments and the state.

Finally, Bill is joined by special guest author Jamie Winship, who discusses his book on living fearless—an exploration of identity, truth, and how confronting fear can transform leadership, faith, and everyday life. It’s a wide-ranging conversation about courage, clarity, and navigating uncertain times.

All that and much more on today’s program.


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On today&rsquo;s show, Bill unpacks a series of major developments spanning global conflict, national security, and local politics. First, we examine the latest&nbsp;war update, including growing questions around Iran as the new Supreme Leader has still not been publicly seen, fueling speculation about stability and leadership inside the regime. We&rsquo;ll also take a closer look at Iranian drone capabilities, which continue to pose a persistent challenge for U.S. operations and intelligence planning, creating what military officials describe as a long-lasting headache for U.S. Operations Command.
Closer to home, the focus shifts to local government and Florida politics. A proposed Hillsborough County referendum could expand the County Commission from 9 to 11 members, a move supporters say will improve representation while critics warn it could complicate governance. We&rsquo;ll also break down a developing controversy as the Florida Attorney General suggests Tampa Mayor Jane Castor could potentially face removal from office over immigration policy decisions, raising questions about the balance of power between local governments and the state.
Finally, Bill is joined by special guest author Jamie Winship, who discusses his book on living fearless&mdash;an exploration of identity, truth, and how confronting fear can transform leadership, faith, and everyday life. It&rsquo;s a wide-ranging conversation about courage, clarity, and navigating uncertain times.
All that and much more on today&rsquo;s program.
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War, Drones, Local Power Shifts & Living Fearless — A Deep Dive with Bill + Guest Jamie Winship

On today’s episode, Bill dives into a packed lineup of major stories shaping the news cycle. First, he examines the latest war developments and the growing global concern around the Gulf of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical shipping choke points. With tensions rising in the region, Bill breaks down why this narrow waterway matters so much for global energy markets and international security. Back home, travelers are facing unprecedented airport frustration as reports emerge that unpaid TSA agents have led to security lines stretching up to five hours in some locations. Bill discusses how this situation developed and what it means for airline passengers and federal operations. The show also turns to state politics, where a newly passed legislative bill aims to ban DEI policies in local governments—sparking debate across communities and political circles. Meanwhile, a state senator is making headlines after saying the legislature’s Republicans should be embarrassed by the lack of progress this session, raising questions about leadership, priorities, and political accountability. Bill breaks down the context behind these remarks and what they reveal about the current political climate. Plus, additional commentary, insights, and analysis on the stories everyone is talking about.

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#BreakingNews
#PoliticsToday
#WarUpdate
#GulfOfHormuz
#AirportDelays
#TSA
#TravelNews
#StatePolitics
#DEIDebate
#LegislativeNews
#PoliticalAnalysis
#CurrentEvents
#PolicyDebate
#NewsTalk

On today&rsquo;s episode, Bill dives into a packed lineup of major stories shaping the news cycle. First, he examines the latest war developments and the growing global concern around the Gulf of Hormuz, one of the world&rsquo;s most critical shipping choke points. With tensions rising in the region, Bill breaks down why this narrow waterway matters so much for global energy markets and international security. Back home, travelers are facing unprecedented airport frustration as reports emerge that unpaid TSA agents have led to security lines stretching up to five hours in some locations. Bill discusses how this situation developed and what it means for airline passengers and federal operations. The show also turns to state politics, where a newly passed legislative bill aims to ban DEI policies in local governments&mdash;sparking debate across communities and political circles. Meanwhile, a state senator is making headlines after saying the legislature&rsquo;s Republicans should be embarrassed by the lack of progress this session, raising questions about leadership, priorities, and political accountability. Bill breaks down the context behind these remarks and what they reveal about the current political climate. Plus, additional commentary, insights, and analysis on the stories everyone is talking about.
#NewsPodcast #BreakingNews #PoliticsToday #WarUpdate #GulfOfHormuz #AirportDelays #TSA #TravelNews #StatePolitics #DEIDebate #LegislativeNews #PoliticalAnalysis #CurrentEvents #PolicyDebate #NewsTalk

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