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We have received a tremendous response from our recent episodes on gambling. These responses, questions, and comments have opened up even more levels to the topic of gambling that we wanted to turn the microphones back on. Thank you for being a listener of the Public Square® and we hope you share this episode with a friend. The Public Square® Long Format Program with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, April 10th, 2026

Might the Resurrection be considered as the greatest encore of all time? At Easter time we celebrate a supernatural reality; an event documented by eyewitnesses both believing and opposed. A reality that is attested by the changed lives of billions for over 2,000 years, and one that we celebrate in a special edition of Heaven's Encore - the Easter Edition. The Public Square® Long Format Program with host Dave Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026

The Atlantic recently published a story where a reporter studied the effects of online gambling for a year. Addiction is now at our fingertips and are there any solutions? Join us as we discuss this and more on The Public Square®. The Public Square® Express Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026

Addiction, loss, debt and turmoil under the ruse of "Winning Big" are at your fingertips with sports gambling. Why is our culture, our sports leagues, and our government opening more doors for sports wagering? Thankfully we have an expert on our team, Rob Walgate the President of the APR™, who gives his personal testimony of overcoming gambling addictions and gives us insights on these questions and more. Please tune in today on The Public Square®. The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, March 27th, 2026

Our exclusive interview with Dorie McCullough Lawson, and Michael Hill continues as we discuss the newest release "History Matters", which shares special and unpublished works by David McCullough. You don't want to miss this episode today and if you want to hear more you can listen to the full interview on The Public Square®. The Public Square® Long Format with host David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026

Welcome to a very special interview discussing "History Matters" by David McCullough, Dorie McCullough Lawson, and Michael Hill. David McCullough's legacy continues with Dorie McCullough and Michael Hill who have worked tirelessly compiling and selecting his unpublished and forgotten works. These authors have been reviving American History back to print, back to our schools, and back to our hearts and minds. Please don't miss this episode today on The Public Square®. The Public Square® Long Format with host David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, March 20th, 2026

Can America survive much longer without a revival... of forgiveness? Can any of us? This week we uncover the conspiracy in plain sight, a mindset of unforgiveness that is squeezing our souls and our nation. Are there real answers to these questions? Take a listen today on The Public Square®. Topic: Faith in Culture The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, March 13th, 2026

Are the US Military actions against Iran legal? Some in Congress and in the Media Establishment say no but what does the Constitution say? Some basic answers to this question are straight ahead on The Public Square®. Topic: Islam and the West The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesdsay, March 4th, 2026

Ever heard of the title "Why Johnny Can't Read - And What You Can Do About It"? Well in 1955 most everyone was reading this best seller honing in on America's literacy problems and the solutions. So how is America doing now? Join the conversation today on The Public Square®. Topic: Education The Public Square® Long Format with host David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, February 27th, 2026

Some may be asking "Do you really think you can make a difference in national policy issues?" or saying "Maybe this issue is just too big for you." These thoughts may be true but what about the loaves and fishes? Join us today as we have a Sunday school style episode reminding us of this miracle and the miracles we have been a part of in the world of school choice. Take a listen on today's episode of The Public Square® and please tell a friend. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, February 20th, 2026

Can we solve the immigration problem with 30 minutes of conversation and one more strong cup of coffee? We are tackling the tough questions and arguing them out - in real time. Take a listen on today's episode of The Public Square® and please tell a friend. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® Long Format with host David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026

Here we go. The donuts are on the table and the coffee is hot. We attempt to solve the immigration problem in America in just one hour. Spoiler alert...it may take two hours. Please tune in on whatever device works best and listen to people trying to find real answers to real questions on immigration in America on The Public Square®. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, February 13th, 2026

Can Congress step up and fix the controversy over the enforcement of immigration laws? What is stopping them? We continue to unfold the story that is dominating the nation asking questions that few seem willing to tackle. This is part two of the ongoing series seeking real answers on immigration. Please join in the conversation and tell a friend. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, February 6th, 2026

Immigration is a top policy concern for the nation in 2026 and beyond. This episode begins a series built on solid research, historical context and biblical principles. Let's start at the beginning - together on The Public Square®. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 30th, 2026

Before there were social media "influencers" there were people like Martin Luther King Jr. and his friend Dr. Sterling Glover. Join us for a behind the scenes review of how we remember the lessons Dr. Glover taught us about the civil rights movement and how people of faith were the difference. Topic: Racism The Public Square® Long Format with host David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 23rd 2026

How noisy is hell? That was a question C.S. Lewis pondered in Screwtape Letters. It seemed to Lewis that one of the devil's best schemes is to keep people distracted from a mindset anchored in the reality of God. Is this the real problem in America today...the one no one seems to want to talk about? We are as we look forward to 2026 and the mission work that must be done here in the USA. Please join in the inspiring conversation this week on TPS®. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shephed and David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 16th 2026

The riveting true story of our friend Cosmin Bota continues and expands to his new journeys in missionary work with children and foster care. Please don't miss this powerful testimony today on The Public Square®. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Express Format thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Thursday, January 15th 2026

Today our friend Cosmin Bota tells us the true story of his family fleeing communist, socialist Romania in the 80's as a child with his four siblings and his father leading the way. Don't miss this remarkable story that reminds us of the value of freedom. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® Long Format thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 8th 2026

As we ring in the New Year our team sits to discuss the new release of An Oration: John Quincy's Christian America. This speech was essentially lost in time until our team, and with the help of our friend Dr. W.B. Allen, helped rediscover it. Our conversation doesn't stay in the past, what we learn applies to issues we see in our government today. Many listeners may have their own copy of An Oration but if you haven't please don't miss this incredible book or you can give a copy to someone by clicking HERE. Topic: Books The Public Square® Long Format with host David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 2nd, 2026

We are still celebrating Christmas here at The Public Square®, and what better way to spread the joy of Christmas than sharing what our Children's division has been working on? Kids on the Square™ is a part of our radio network and has created two new Christmas episodes this year. We hope your family enjoys this special broadcast and please visit kidsonthesquare.com to learn more. Topic: Holidays The Public Square® Long Format thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, December 26th 2025