Welcome to The Culture Translator podcast. Today, we are posting an interview with Derek Mason. Derek is the founder and president of Identity In Christ, Inc. and Identity In Christ Media. Since 2013, he has guided hundreds of people through extraordinary spiritual challenges, including overcoming the effects of sexual abuse, severe trauma, temptations, anxieties, and psychological barriers. His ministry has also helped individuals break free from enslavement to pornography, PTSD, schizophrenia, suicidal thoughts, severe depression, and addictions. One of very few pastors delving deeply into the study and teaching of spiritual warfare today, Derek addresses the very real and dark spiritual forces at work in the world today and employs a Biblically grounded approach that has consistently helped hundreds.  For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 1:21 1. Bewitched: 14:15 2. Paranoid Android: 36:04 3. Arrested Development: 57:41

Welcome to The Culture Translator Audio Version. This week “Agatha All Along” takes the Marvel Universe to its darkest place yet, Elon Musk previews droids that he says will perform every household task, and a survey shows that Gen Z defines 27 as the age of adulthood. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Welcome to The Culture Translator podcast. Today we’re reposting our conversation with Jeremiah Parks. Jeremiah has been described as a fiery Texas-born, Oral Roberts University graduate. He is a pastor to the core and has loved living and ministering in Colorado Springs, raising 3 kids and founding a nonprofit called Heartwork with his wife, Niki. He is a passionate and inspiring father, friend, handyman, hiker, dreamer, and preacher. He’s always learning, most recently becoming bi-lingual, as part of serving orphans and widows in the mountains of Guatemala half of each year. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:41 1. Boys' Skincare: 12:54 2. Courting Trouble: 36:09 3. "English or Spanish?": 47:50

Welcome to The Culture Translator Audio Version. This week The “English or Spanish” TikTok trend has strangers freezing up, Gen Z guys are embracing skincare routines, and YouTuber MrBeast could be in some legal trouble. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Welcome to The Culture Translator podcast, and today we’re reposting our conversation with Danny Huerta. Danny is the Vice President of Parenting and Youth at Focus on the Family. He oversees Focus’ initiatives to equip mothers and fathers with biblical principles and counsel for raising healthy, resilient children rooted in a thriving faith. He is also a bilingual, licensed clinical social worker. For many years, he has provided families with practical parenting advice on topics ranging from media discernment, discipline, and communication to mental health issues, conflict resolution, and healthy sexuality in the home. He and his wife, Heather, have been married since 1997 and have two children, Alex and Lexi. In this interview, We’ll be speaking about his book, 7 Traits of Effective Parenting. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:31 1. Pork Roll: 2:17 2. Hurricane Helene: 8:21 3. Outnumbered: 26:19

Welcome to The Culture Translator podcast, and today we’re reposting our conversation with the Director of Content for Dark Room Faith, Mary Jo Sharp. A former atheist, Mary was raised without religion. She is now an assistant professor of apologetics at Houston Christian University, and as well as the founder of Confident Christianity Apologetics Ministry. She also is the author of the Zondervan book Why I Still Believe: A Former Atheist’s Reckoning With the Bad Reputation Christians Give a Good God and the LifeWay bible study Why Do You Believe That? She is an itinerant speaker on apologetics and has engaged in formal debates on Islam, and she focuses on using love and logic to uncover truth. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 1:20 1. Bad Boy Gets Life?: 12:36 2. Soup Season: 28:09 3. The Best Offense: 47:29

Welcome to The Culture Translator Audio Version. This week Strega Nona kicks off the fall meme season, one writer reconsiders the phrase “defending the faith,” and teens are talking about Diddy on TikTok. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we’re reposting an interview with Elliot Campbell. Elliot is on the pastoral advisory board for Alpha Youth USA.  He has collaborated with the Bible Project and various other national leaders for the sake of reaching Gen Z and has a decade in pastoral experience working specifically with young adults. Elliot studied comparative religion and philosophy at the University of Virginia and graduated from Denver Seminary as a Kern Scholar with an MDiv in 2018. He and his wife Madison are currently church planting in the Denver Metroplex. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Meme of the Week: 0:29 1. Time to Waste: 2:02 2. Out to Lunch: 23:18 3. Keeping Accounts: 38:13

Welcome to The Culture Translator Audio Version. This week Instagram will debut “teen accounts” for users 18 and below, a new poll indicates that lots of teens spend seven hours or more a day on social media, and some powerful influencers are launching a Lunchable competitor. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we’re reposting an interview with Laurence Koo. After coming to terms with his own experience of same-sex attraction, Laurence eventually committed himself to celibacy, out of a conviction that that’s what Jesus was calling him to. Since then he has become an international speaker and consultant on the topic of sexuality and same-sex attraction. He also leads training and development for young missionaries with the Navigators, and recently became the director of iEDGE, which sends teams of young adults into other nations to do cross-cultural discipleship ministry. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:30 1. Impossible Creatures: 2:23 2. Young Americans, Online: 9:10 3. Blockheads: 24:23

Welcome to The Culture Translator Audio Version. This week a trailer for the Minecraft movie makes waves, Gen Alpha’s favorite fantasy series is flying off the shelves, and young people say they like their online selves better than their offline personas. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Jason Woodruff. Jason is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Pour Over, a politically neutral, Christ-centered news source. Their goal is to cover the same events that readers would learn about from major news sources, but to help their readers process those events from a foundation of faith. Axis recently collaborated with The Pour Over for a short course on Media Literacy that we’re excited to release here in a couple of weeks. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:26 1. An Open World: 16:02 2. Powering Down: 28:58 3. In Grand Fashion: 50:21

Welcome to The Culture Translator. This week Star Wars: Outlaws makes its debut, Rings of Power returns for season two, and grandparents are the unsung heroes of the legacy of faith. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we’re reposting an interview with Nancy Pearcey. Professor Pearcey is the author of The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes, as well as Love Thy Body, The Soul of Science, Saving Leonardo, Finding Truth, and Total Truth. She is a professor and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University. She has been quoted in The New Yorker and Newsweek, highlighted as one of the five top women apologists by Christianity Today, and hailed in The Economist as "America's preeminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual." We’ll be talking primarily about her new book, The Toxic War on Masculinity. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 1:50 1. Dauber's Delight: 6:02 2. Parental Advisory: 19:45 3. Sweet n/ Spicy: 36:09

Welcome to The Culture Translator. This week Gen Z takes to the bingo hall, parents in 2024 feel like they can’t win, and Sabrina Carpenter’s new album is more salty than sweet. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Sam Jolman. Sam is a trauma therapist with over twenty years of experience specializing in men’s issues and sexual trauma recovery. Being a therapist has given him a front-row seat to hear hundreds of men and women share their stories. His writing flows out of this unique opportunity to help people know and heal their stories, and find greater sexual wholeness and aliveness. He received his master’s in counseling from Reformed Theological Seminary and was further trained in Narrative Focused Trauma Care through the Allender Center at The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. We’ll be talking today primarily about his book The Sex Talk You Never Got. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable, we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 1:05 1. "Very Mindful, Very Demure": 8:02 2. The Sounds of Summer: 18:05 3. ChatGP-Cheat: 38:11

Welcome to The Culture Translator. This week "being demure" is the new "being brat," "MILLION DOLLAR BABY" was the top TikTok sound of the summer, and the way students are using ChatGPT might surprise (and concern) caring adults.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Dr. Carl Trueman. Dr. Trueman is a professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College. He’s also a contributing editor at First Things, an esteemed church historian, and a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Trueman has authored or edited more than a dozen books; we’ll be talking today primarily about the ideas from his books The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self and Strange New World, which explore the cultural shifts that paved the way for that idea that someone could be “a man trapped in a woman’s body,” or vice versa. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:31 1. It Ends With Bucks: 15:01 2. Hauls of Learning: 32:23 3. Tough Topics: 45:31

Welcome to the Culture Translator. This week It Ends With Us finds box office success and behind the scenes drama, “back to school” season is in full swing, and parents worry most about their teens’ mental health and their plans for the future. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Dr. Authur Satterwhite III. Dr. Satterwhite is the Vice President for Strategy at Young Life. With a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership, a Masters in Religious Education, and a Bachelors in Business/Marketing, Dr. Satterwhite combines more than a decade of professional and ministerial experience with a keen sense of strategy to both inspire and equip individuals to serve their communities better. We’ll be talking today primarily about Young Life’s recent RELATE Project, a survey of 7200 13-to-24 year olds across 5 countries, commissioned to deepen learning about the younger generations and how to help them flourish. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 1:06 1. PowerPoint Parties: 5:55 2. Not Impressed: 16:25 3. The Olympics in Memes: 35:15

Welcome to the Culture Translator. This week we talk about Roblox, The Olympics, and PowerPoint Parties.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

In 2023, the church lost one of its great thinkers. Dr. Tim Keller was the founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan. For 28 years he led a diverse congregation of young professionals that grew to a weekly attendance of over 5,000. His books, including the New York Times bestselling The Reason for God and The Prodigal God, have sold over 2 million copies and been translated into 25 languages. Several years before Dr. Keller’s passing, our CEO David Eaton had the chance to join him for a wide-ranging conversation about freedom, pleasure, truth, parenting, whether we should force teens to go to church, and how our culture shapes which feelings we interpret as representing our identity, among many other things. We hope you’ll enjoy it. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 1:05 1. Sweet and Sour: 9:20 2. Blushing Hard: 24:58 3. Deadpool & Wolverine: 38:09

This week Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman team up for a blockbuster movie opening, Gen Z wonders how much is too much blush, and candy bowl salad is trending.

Today we are posting an interview with Dr. Bill Brown. Dr. Brown is Senior Fellow of Worldview and Culture and Dean of the Colson Fellows Program. Prior to joining the Colson Center, Dr. Brown was President of Cedarville University and Bryan College. As a nationally recognized speaker and expert in culture and worldview, Dr. Brown has authored several books and more than a hundred articles for journals, magazines, encyclopedias, and newspapers. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:37 1. Really Anxious: 8:48 2. BRAT Packed: 28:54 3. Standing on Ceremony: 44:08

This week we talk about Gen Z's Olympics, Charli XCX the political pundit, and how digital tools make parents more anxious. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we’re reposting an interview with Curry Kennedy. Curry is an assistant professor of English, rhetoric, and humanistic studies at the Virginia Military Institute. He earned his PhD in rhetoric from Penn State. We think you’ll really appreciate Curry’s insights about bullying, social media, and the power of words. For more parenting resources, go to Axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:29 1. Curled Up: 4:14 2. Auramaxxed: 12:27 3. MAGA Zoomers: 25:32

This week Zoomers are getting excited to vote for Trump, young men are getting perms, and teens are working on their "aura points." For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Andy Crouch. Andy is partner for theology and culture at Praxis, a venture-building ecosystem advancing redemptive entrepreneurship. His writing explores faith, culture, and the image of God in the domains of technology, power, leadership, and the arts. He is the author of five books, including most recently The Life We’re Looking For: Reclaiming Relationship in a Technological World. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:39 1. Nobody Wants to Be Real: 7:42 2. Of Minions and Men: 22:52 3. Risky Business: 43:12

This week Gru and the Minions are back for more insanity, Dave & Busters continues the cultural normalization of gambling, and the rise and fall of BeReal.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we’re reposting an older interview with Dr. Dan Allender. Dr Allender is a renowned psychologist, author, and educator who has pioneered an innovative approach to trauma and abuse therapy over the past 30 years. He is the founder of The Allender Center and a professor of Counseling Psychology at The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology. And while the sound quality of this interview is a little rough, we think you’ll appreciate his insights and perspective all the same. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:29 1. Hyperlinked: 4:27 2. There's No Place like NoPlace: 17:23 3. Lover Lost: 35:34

This week we talk about teens connecting over the broken chain emoji, NoSpace being the place to be, and romantic love is not (yet) dead.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

Today we are posting an interview with Joey Odom. Joey is the co-founder of Aro, a disruptive technology company that uses technology to help us put down our phones and be fully present in the moment with the people who matter most. The Aro platform leverages the science of habit formation to create patterns and rhythms of presence for families. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 1:36 1. The Tour Is Ruined: 13:05 2. Phone Speak: 27:48 3. Tall Order: 48:43

This week we talk about Justin Timberlake, social media slang, and Gen Z and Gen Alpha's socks.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

Today we are posting an interview with Aeron Sullivan, who went from being the co-founder of what might have been “the Amazon of marijuana sales” to the CMO and CTO at The Bible Project—to now cofounding a financial technology startup that serves global ministries and non-profits. Join us as we dive into a unique episode about substance abuse, the mystery of faith, and how God meets us in unexpected places. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 1:10 1. Blocked and Reported: 14:20 2. Inside Out 2: 31:08 3. A Cautionary Tale: 47:39

This week new laws require porn sites to (actually) verify users' ages, Riley hits puberty in Inside Out 2, and the Surgeon General proposes a tobacco-like warning label for social media.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

This week on the Deep Dive we're talking about Disney Pixar's newest film Inside Out 2. Joy and all the other motions are back, and they've got some new friends like Anxiety, Embarrassment, and Ennui? Join us as we discuss the movie's themes, and the ways it explores the inner workings of our minds and our emotions. Also, is Envy an emotion? In the Shallow End, we discuss The Acolyte on Disney+ and the Tony Awards. Also, this is our last Deep Dive for a couple of months as we take a bit of a break over the summer. Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. Come watch our weekly roundtable discussions on YouTube!  For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:40 1. Chappell Roan: 1:59 2. Fizzing Out: 28:30 3. Family Guy and Fatherhood: 51:26

This week we talk about the an Chappell Roan, a new private messaging app, and fatherhood. Check out our video podcast on YouTube!  Our full podcast conversation with Kent Evans this week is well worth your time. We hope you'll enjoy listening to it! For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

Today we are posting an interview Kent Evans, the Executive Director and co-founder of Manhood Journey, a ministry that helps dads become disciple-makers. He’s appeared on television, radio, web outlets, and podcasts, often speaking for parenting programs and men’s events. He’s the author of three books about manhood and biblical fatherhood; and as part of his Manhood Journey program, he’s engaged with many individuals who say anger is a huge challenge and are looking for a Biblical response for their anger. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:42 1. Relig-ish: 6:05 2. Marshall Matters: 29:52 3. All Eyes on Rafah: 55:45

This week we talk about the an AI-generated image, a need for religion, and Eminem For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

We've got a unique episode of the Deep Dive this week! Instead of focusing on a singular piece of culture, we decided to look back at the first half of 2024 and discuss some of the important trends and media in culture that we may have missed along the way. So join us as we discuss Madame Web and the slow death of movie theaters, Chappell Roan, Prime Video's Fallout show, Bridgerton, Challengers, and Helldivers 2. It's jam-packed! Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. Check out our Resource of the Week: 7 Minute Video on Pride Month For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:55 1. A Dangerous Dance: 4:52 2. FindMySense: 32:22 3. Hanging Up the Cleats: 52:23

This week we talk about the a new Netflix documentary, athletic careers of teens, and location sharing. Resource of the week: https://youtu.be/mYFBJ4zsN80?si=uEsRcCNLkCcSNM9W  We hope you’ll take the time to listen to our full podcast conversation with Lindsey Medenwaldt. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

Today we are posting an interview Lindsey Medenwaldt, Director of Ministry Operations at Mama Bear Apologetics. She’s written a new book about how to overcome relational barriers and graciously reach out to those with whom we disagree, specifically as it relates to sharing aspects of our faith. Her book is called Bridge-Building Apologetics. Lindsey also serves as a consulting editor for the Christian Research Journal; she holds a Master’s in Apologetics and Ethics from Denver Seminary, a JD from St. Mary’s School of Law and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Midwestern State University. Her primary apologetics focus is on world religions and how we talk to people of other faiths. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:33 1. A Bridge Too Far: 10:08 2. Failing the Alphabet: 26:25 3. Prosperity Parenting: 45:14

This week we talk about the Netflix's Bridgerton, a report from GLAAD, and prosperity parenting. For the full podcast review of HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, click here. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

HIT ME HARD AND SOFT is the newest album from Billie Eilish, and it's our topic of discussion on this week's Deep Dive. We discuss the complexities of Billie Eilish as an artist, the ways her music represents said complexity, and the very sexual song LUNCH. In our Shallow End, we discuss the odd resurgence of the movie Madame Web on Netflix. Also, Hannah has thoughts about defamiliarization. Do you? Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:39 1. A Real Kicker: 9:21 2. Summer of Sabrina: 29:50 3. Best Dressed: 55:11

This week we talk about the kicker for the Kansas City Chiefs, Sabrina Carpenter, and senior prom. For our full podcast interview with Sam Black, click here. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

Today we are posting an interview with Sam Black, the Director of Recovery Education at Covenant Eyes. Sam is a renowned author and expert in the field of pornography recovery. After a distinguished 18-year career as an award-winning journalist, Sam joined up with Covenant Eyes. He has edited 16 books on the impact of pornography, regularly speaks at parenting, leadership and men’s events across the country. He’s also the author of "The Porn Circuit: Understand Your Brain and Break Porn Habits,” as well his most recent book, "The Healing Church: What Churches Get Wrong About Pornography and How to Fix It.” For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. Make sure to check out our resource of the week here: Parent Guide to Summer 2024 For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:28 1. Meet Me at the Met: 2:26 2. Meatfluencers: 22:48 3. Moms Make it Happen: 47:12

This week we talk about this year's Met Gala, Meatfluencers, and "kinkeeping". Check out our new Parent's Guide to Summer: https://axis.org/parents-guide-to-summer/ For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

Are action-adventure comedies back? This week on the Deep Dive, we're talking about the new film "The Fall Guy" starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt. Join us as we discuss the movie's themes and characters, and how we really liked it! In our shallow end, we talk about about Dua Lipa's new album "Radical Optimisim" and the 2024 Met Gala. Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:45 1. Well Coached: 31:59 2. Under Protest: 42:59 3. May the Fourthnite: 1:00:00

This week we talk about May 4th, Stagecoach, and student protests. We hope you'll take time to listen to the full interview with Ron Deal.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

Today we are reposting an interview with Ron Deal. Ron is one of the most widely read authors on blended families in the United States, and directs the international blended family ministry of FamilyLife out of Little Rock, Arkansas. Ron is a podcaster, bestselling author, conference speaker, and family therapist who specializes in marriage enrichment and stepfamily education. He is husband to Nan (since 1986) and father to three boys.  For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. Check out our Resource of the Week here: The Generosity Project For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 1:16 1. Under Review: 4:41 2. Up All Night: 31:42 3. The Tik Tok Killer: 50:34

This week we talk about The Cass Review, Gallop polling about stress and sleep, and The Biden Administration and Tik Tok. Check out our resource of the week here: The Generosity Project For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

Taylor Swift is the biggest music artist in the world and maybe the biggest ever, and this week on the Deep Dive, we're joined by Kate to talk about her newest album "The Tortured Poets Department." We discuss Swift's celebrity and the way the album sometimes harmoniously, sometimes dissonantly, blends themes of audience, expectation, and artistic vulnerability. In our Shallow End, we discuss the NBA and NHL playoffs happening right now, MLB umpires being criticized, and women ruling in the desert at Coachella. Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 1:40 1. Instant Karma: 10:19 2. Paying the Piper: 28:09 3. She Shoots, She Scores: 40:03

This week we talk about JoJo Siwa's new look and song, a survey of modern teen trends, and WNBA super star Caitlin Clark. Check out the full interview with Mike Novotny, available on our Culture Translator podcast For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

Today we are posting an interview with Mike Novotny. Mike is an author, pastor, and speaker who holds a Master of Divinity from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He’s the lead speaker for Time of Grace, a global media ministry that is committed to ensuring that God’s grace, love, glory, and power are accessible around the world. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 1:12 1. Incelpilled: 3:01 2. Worried Sick: 19:28 3. Trade's Cool: 33:37

This week we talk about slang term origins, young adults anxiety, and choosing trade school over college. For the full episode on “Older,” click here. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

We're back with another Deep Dive and special guest Mariah! This week we're talking about Lizzy McAlpine's newest album "Older," its melancholic themes, and McAlpine's impact on the singer/songwriter genre. In our Shallow End we discuss the new movie "Civil War," Disney's "Wish" coming to Disney+, and Kacey Musgraves' newest album. Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:59 1. Meet the Baxters: 7:50 2. Absent Minded: 24:20 3. Empty Pews: 43:16

This week we talk about students being "chronically absent," church attendance declining, and an adaptation of a wildly popular Christian novel series. We hope you’ll take the time to listen to the full interview with Amy Adamczyk, available on our Culture Translator podcast.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Amy Adamczyk. Amy is Professor of Sociology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and the Programs of Doctoral Study in Sociology and Criminal Justice at The Graduate Center, City University of New York. Trained as a sociologist of religion, her research focuses on how different contexts (such as nations, counties, friendship groups), and personal religious beliefs shape people’s deviant, moral, and health-related attitudes and behaviors. We’ll be talking today primarily about the findings from her book Handing Down the Faith. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 1:15 1. A Rising Tide:  10:47 2. Split Screen Sadness: 33:00 3. Redemption Songs: 56:33

This week we talk about a new book by Jonathan Haidt, Nickelodeon show secrets, and Easter weekend.  For more on “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,” you can check out the full podcast episode here For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

It's another Wednesday and it's another Deep Dive. This week we're talking about a current and acclaimed anime, "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End." Join as we talk about the popularity of anime and its themes of time, legacy, and making fields of flowers with magic. In our Shallow End, we talk about Hozier's new EP album, X-Men '97, and Beyoncé's upcoming album. Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. Check out our Resource of the Week here: 7 Minute video For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:22 1. Babysitter's Snub:  3:15 2. Roe vs. Rates: 16:57 3. Showing Off: 35:28

This week we talk about the decline of babysitting in the US, an increase in US abortions, and MrBeast's latest content.  Resource of the Week: 7 Minute video Check out the full interview with David Galvan on our Culture Translator podcast For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with David Galvan. David has been speaking, training and facilitating conversations about whole-person health for nearly 15 years. In that time, David has personally spoken to over 30,000 students along the front range of Colorado and across the country. David is a certified trainer in ACEs, QPR, and both Youth & Teen Mental Health First Aid, where he has trained over 1,500 individuals—he is also a Director/Trainer with Soul Shop, a faith based initiative that equips faith leaders to minister to those that have been impacted by suicide. He is personally and professionally dedicated to the mission that every person should have access to help, healing and hope. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:28 1. Clocking Out?: 10:35 2. Discorded: 30:18 3. FAFSA Fail: 55:00

This week we talk about a possible Tik Tok ban, targeting of minors on Discord and Telegram, and chaos with the FAFSA form. Check out the full  Deep Dive episode on Dune: Part Two  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

This week on the Deep Dive we're talking about one of the biggest movie releases of the year, Dune: Part Two. Join as we discuss the film's themes of religious fanaticism, the anti-hero, and what, exactly, the movie is trying to say about bald people. In our Shallow End, we talk about the 2024 Academy Awards and the new Netflix film "Damsel". Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. Check out our Resource of the Week here: Cognitive Distortions Course For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:26 1. BC Goes OTC: 1:55 2. Willy Wonkish: 22:02 3. Clock is Tikking: 49:30

This week we talk about a restriction free birth control pill, "Willy's Chocolate Experience," and Tik Tok losing control.  Reource of the Week: Cognitive Distortions Course  The full interview with Preston Sprinkle is available on our Culture Translator podcast For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Dr. Preston Sprinkle. Preston is the president of the Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender and a New York Times–bestselling author who’s written a dozen books, including People to Be Loved, an award-winning book on faith and homosexuality, and the book which we’ll be talking about today, which is called Does the Bible Support Same-Sex Marriage? For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:39 1. Thorny Therapies: 11:19 2. High Roller: 29:05 3. Unmanageable: 43:32

This week we talk about "social-emotional learning," Crunchyroll, and Instagram accounts for underage girls. Check out the full Deep Dive on the Live-Action Avatar here For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

On this week's Deep Dive we talk about Netflix's highly-anticipated live-action adaptation of the beloved kid's show Avatar: The Last Airbender. Join us as we talk about the growth that comes from overcoming temptation. Like the temptation to get mad about a bad Netflix adaptation, which we (mostly) overcome. Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 1:02 1. Tween Shopping Network: 8:36 2. New Shade: 21:21 3. Who's Watching: 41:58

This week we talk about Gen Alpha's attitudes on shopping, a new internet insult, and AI monitoring tools. The full interview with Mark Mayfield is available on our Culture Translator podcast For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Dr. Mark Mayfield. Dr. Mayfield is a former pastor, award winning author, speaker, leadership coach, counselor, and professor. Clinically, Dr. Mayfield is an expert in working with families affected by trauma. He is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at CCU and also partners with the AACC as the Director of Practice and Ministry Development and Editor of Marriage & Family: A Christian Journal. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:35 1. Country Roads: 19:35 2. Who's Paying?: 30:21 3. Language Arts: 47:58

This week we talk about Beyoncé crossing into country music, who pays on a first date, and The Five Love Languages. Check out the full Valentine's Day Deep Dive here: https://axis.org/resource/the-culture-translator-podcast/deep-dive-valentines-day/  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

This week, in honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re talking about how our culture’s perspective of love affects friendships and identity. Also, Hannah has money in bitcoin. Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:54 1. Taylor's Travails: 7:15 2. Fliff Flaff: 16:58 3. A Magical Investment: 28:51

This week we talk about the app Fliff, Taylor Swift, and Disney's new deal with Epic Games. The full conversation with Asam Pelser is available on our Culture Translator podcast. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Adam Pelser. Adam is a professor of philosophy at the United States Air Force Academy. He holds a Masters degree and a PhD in Philosophy from Baylor University and a Masters degree in Religion from Wake Forest University. He teaches courses in Ethics, Philosophy of Religion, Comparative Religion, and C.S. Lewis, and he is a Fellow of the Inklings Project, an international group of scholars who teach college courses on the works of Lewis, Tolkien, and other members of the Inklings. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 1:00 1. Chasing Paper: 12:55 2. Declarations of Codependence: 30:19  3. Beef (Megan's Version): 50:52

This week we talk about Gen Z's perception of money, young adults dependence on their parents, and beef between Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B. Check out this week’s episode of the Deep Dive on Percy Jackson and the Olympians. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

There's a new Disney+ show based on the popular Percy Jackson book series, and we're talking about it this week on the Deep Dive! Join as we discuss the show, its themes of bravery and friendship, and how, uh, not great the movies were. Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. Access our Resource of the Week here: 7 Minute Video on Roblox For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:57 1. Daylist Discourse: 13:25 2. Mobbed Up: 29:04 3. Guns Blazing: 43:12

This week we talk about Palworld, Spotify Daylists, and the latest TikTok trend "mob wife." Resource of the week: 7 Minute Video on Roblox Also, check out Wednesday's interview with Dr. Jeff Myers on our Culture Translator podcast  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we are posting an interview with Dr. Jeff Myers, who is the president of Summit Ministries. He’s also the author of 16 books, including the Understanding the Faith, Understanding the Times, and Understanding the Culture textbooks which are studied by tens of thousands of students. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Denver, and also hosts an exclusive Signature Leadership Course with Unbound, which prepares high school and college students to become leaders for Christ in the real world. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 1:20 1. Zyn Trouble 11:39 2. Musically Mean: 29:03 3. Gypsy Breaks Out: 48:07

This week we talk about Zyn Pouches, Mean Girls, and Gypsy Rose Blanchard. Check out this Wednesday's Deep Dive on our Culture Translator podcast here: https://axis.org/resource/the-culture-translator-podcast/booktok/  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

#booktok is the reading corner of TikTok, but it seems like only a few specific books are highlighted. This week, we are reposting an exploration of some of those books, their authors, and reading fiction as a whole. Also Hannah is allergic to Burt's Bees, I guess.  Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:25 1. Pay-to-See TV: 17:40 2. Discontented: 34:28 3. Who's Afraid of Andrew Tate?: 56:25

This week we talk about, streaming service changes, Mata's content restrictions, and Andrew Tate.  For the full conversation with Jay Stringer, check out this Wednesday’s episode of our Culture Translator podcast. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Today we’re reposting our conversation with Jay Stringer, who helps us understand why, and what approaches are actually useful in dealing with sexual brokenness. Jay is a licensed mental health counselor, an ordained minister, and an acclaimed international speaker dedicated to helping both men and women find freedom from sexual brokenness and pursue the life they truly desire.  For more resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:46 1. Airwrapped: 16:26 2. Over Yondr: 37:17 3. The Alphas Have Arrived: 56:35  

This week we talk about one of teens top Christmas list items for 2023, Yondr pouches, and Gen Alpha's style. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

Welcome back to our countdown of the biggest cultural events of 2023. This week, we’re counting down the Top 10 cultural moments that impacted teens and the people who care about them over the past year. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org 

This week we are reposting a conversation that Evan had with Yana Conner. Yana is a writer and Bible teacher who seeks to help others think well about faith and culture. By God’s grace, she has served in full-time ministry for the past fifteen years in both the church and parachurch context and earned a Master in Divinity in Christian Ministry from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. She currently serves at Vertical Church as the Discipleship Director and hosts a podcast called Living Single. You can find more of her writing and teaching at yanajenay.com. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

This week and next, we're counting down the Top 20 cultural events that impacted teens and families this year. Some of these stories are silly, some are sad, and some are just starting to unfold. But we found all of them to be relevant to family life in 2023 and the way we're called to live as Christians in a complicated culture.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

It's our final Deep Dive of the year, and to close it out, we're talking about Studio Ghibli's and Hayao Miyazaki's new movie "The Boy and the Heron." Join us as we discuss the movie itself, its themes, and why Parakeets are suddenly so scary when you make them human-sized. In our Shallow End, we take a look back at 2023 and the media we thought was significant this year.   Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:29 Swiftcraft: 6:45 LEGO Fortnite: 37:14 Content Warning: 52:19

This week we talk about Taylor Swift, Fortnite's partnershp with LEGO, and social media's effect on the discussion of mental health. To check out the resource of the week click here: https://axis.org/resource/the-culture-translator-podcast/matt-markins-on-what-it-takes-to-disciple-gen-z/  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

This week we are reposting a conversation that Evan had with Matt Markins, President and CEO of Awana, a global leader in child discipleship. In this conversation, Matt talks about what it means to disciple Gen Z, what it takes, and how to navigate it.  For more parenting resources, go to axis.org 

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:36  The Mental Health Paradox: 9:09 Everyone Buying Everything: 27:26 A Charismatic Selection: 44:35

This week we talk about unhelpful mental health help, Tik Tok boosting consumerism, and Oxford Univeristy Press's word of the year. To check out the resource of the week click here: https://axis.org/resource/the-culture-translator-podcast/deep-dive-hallmark-christmas-movies/  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

Christmas is in the air, and this week on the Deep Dive we're talking about Hallmark Christmas movies. We discuss their themes and why those themes often lend to their seasonal popularity.  Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Resource of the Week: 0:20  https://axis.org/resource/a-parents-guide-to-manifesting/  Not Kidding: 6:24 Welcome to Sound Town: 25:09 Watermelon Activism: 34:08

This week we talk about Gen Z's complaints about "iPad Kids", Spotify Wrapped, and Watermelon Activism.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

This week we are reposting a conversation that Evan had with Toben Heim, COO of Axis, talking about how the idea of 'The One Conversation' impacted his own way of parenting his kids changing it forever.  For more parenting resources, go to axis.org.

We are stepping away from translating culture this week so we can focus on reflection, gratitude, and giving thanks. But we wouldn’t dream of leaving you without some conversation starters on one of the most family-oriented days of the US calendar.  We’ve put together some ideas for sparking meaningful, memorable, and fun discussions around the Thanksgiving table. Thanks for being a part of the Axis family! The Culture Translator Team  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. Because of the nature of this CT, there will be no Roundtable podcast on Monday, November 27th. The Roundtable will be back on Monday, December 4th! 

This week on the Deep Dive we're talking about the new Hunger Games movie, "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes." The movie is a prequel to the original series that follows the rise of Coriolanus Snow and his descent into being the brutal leader we know. We discuss the movie's themes and ideas, and CJ struggles to pronounce "Sejanus."

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 2:16 Groupthink: 8:52 Generation Expat: 23:32 Born to Serve?: 40:22

This week we talk about Facebook Groups and chats for parents of college students gen Zers future in America, and eldest daughters in family dynamics. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

Today we are joined by Dr. Kara Powell. Dr. Powell is the Chief of Leadership Formation and Executive Director of the Fuller Youth Institute at Fuller Theological Seminary. Named by Christianity Today as one of “50 Women to Watch,” she serves as a Youth and Family Strategist for Orange and speaks regularly at parenting and leadership conferences. Kara has authored or coauthored numerous books, including Faith in an Anxious World, Growing With, Growing Young, The Sticky Faith Guide for Your Family, Can I Ask That?, 3 Big Questions That Change Every Teenager, and her book, 3 Big Questions That Shape Your Future, which we’ll be talking about today. For more parenting resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:51 Fake Photos, Real Fallout: 9:01 Creator Camps: 30:32 To the Maxx 53:13

This week we talk about  Ai-Generated nudes, camps and programs for influencers, and looksmaxxing. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

We're back with another Deep Dive! This week, we're talking a break from talking about a specific piece of media, and, instead, we're looking at the social media trend of oversharing and creating a digital footprint. In the Shallow End, we discuss the plethora of albums releasing this week, Sofia Coppola's new movie "Priscilla," and Marvel's "The Marvels."  Here are the timestamps for this episode: Albums releasing this week: 3:45 Priscilla: 7:30 The Marvels: 12:50 Digital Footprints and Oversharing: 14:50

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 1:00 Is Everybody Texting Without Me?: 5:44 "After Death": 16:52 Steam-Free TV: 28:46

This week we talk about group texting, the film “After Death” and the desire for steam-free TV. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

Today we are joined by Kate Watson. Kate is a culture writer and reporter who focuses on lifestyle, ethics, and religion. Her work has covered a wide array of subjects, from atheist pro life groups to the Christian criminal justice reform effort. Kate has written for religious and secular outlets, including Christianity Today, Relevant, SELF, Allure, and Insider, and she is continually drawn to stories about how people live out their convictions. A pastor's daughter who grew up in New York City, she is working on a book of essays about communities and culture in the early 2000s. Kate is married to a Brooklyn firefighter and lives in the Hudson Valley with her three kids, ages 9, 6, and 2. She’s also the primary writer for our Culture Translator newsletter and a regular contributor to our Culture Translator Roundtable podcast.    For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:48 This Means War: 13:40 No More Pay to Play: 34:22 Gradeflation: 46:02

This week we talk about Twitch and YouTube pulling back on offering hefty contracts to livestreamers, how everybody is getting an A, and spiritual warfare. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

Spider-Man media is inevitable, and thus, so are Deep Dives about Spider-Man. This week we're talking about Marvel's Spider-Man 2 for the Playstation 5. Join us as we discuss the game, its plot, and its themes of second chances and the ways we deal with grief. In our Shallow End this week, we talk about the new Five Nights at Freddy's movie and Taylor Swift's rerelease of her abum 1989. Here's the timestamps for the episode: Five Nights at Freddy's: 4:10 1989 (Taylor's Version): 9:46 Marvel's Spider-Man 2: 15:30 Thanks as always for listening! If you want to find more free Axis resources or give a gift of support, you can check out our website at axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:26 Forever Young: 7:18 A Hill of Beans: 26:42 Leftie Language Model: 41:41

This week we talk about skincare for social media, bean soup, and concern over ChatGPT’s possible biases. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:24 War on TikTok: 9:49 The Cost of a Bargain: 35:06 The Mind-Spirit Connection: 47:55

This week we talk about the Israel-Hamas war, Temu, and how church may improve your mental health. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:27 Extinguishing Sextiortion: 11:31 Red Flags: 27:39 The Education Choice Equation: 42:53

This week we talk about sextortion, #traylor, and that choosing Christian school or homeschooling won’t necessarily serve as an insurance policy for a child’s faith. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:29 In Their Own Words: 7:59 Don't Call Me: 25:14 Wanting More: 40:30

This week we talk about what it’s like for teens growing up online, avoiding voicemails, and #yearnposting. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:52 An Empirical Question: 8:20 Party Animals: 21:33 Gentleman Prefer Podcasts: 32:11

This week we talk about the Roman Empire, Party Animals, and red flag podcasts. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:38 Rage Against the PR Machine: 11:07 Not So Fast: 28:50 What TikTok Did: 51:19

This week we talk about the legacy of TikTok, celebrity gossip, and if there is a right amount of money to have before having children. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here. To watch our 7 Minute Video on Threads, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:26 Quiet on Campus: 6:00 Stars Afield: 27:23 Searching for Sad: 45:03

This week we talk about “Free Speech Rankings”, the most anticipated video game release of the year, and how data from Spotify shows that Gen Z’s most popular music search term is the word “sad.” The Free Speech Rankings full methodology is explained here. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

This week, as we take Labor Day off, we will not have our regular Roundtable episode. Instead we are excited to share an early release of our One Conversation podcast episode with Nancy Pearcey. Professor Pearcey shares about her new book, "The Toxic War on Masculinity". For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about AI Dreams, pickles, and the impact of pornography on a teen’s developing brain. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:27 Something in the Air: 18:10 Alien Landing: 37:13 Non-Playable: 46:49

This week we talk about school air, Ahsoka and NPCs. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:52 Chef's Kiss: 18:42 Decking Out The Dorms: 31:55 A Shorts Story: 43:33

This week we talk about how physical gestures that originated on TikTok are an integral part of how Gen Z communicates in real life, how college students are spending a lot more on their dorm rooms, and Youtube’s TikTok competitor, Shorts. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:50 Who Are They Talking To?: 7:37 IJBOL: 27:20 Back To Backpacking: 37:18

This week we talk about #lightlanguage, IJBOL, and how teens might have mixed feelings of excitement, anxiety, and overwhelm as the new school year starts.   For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:50 Circling the Drain: 6:35 The Dechurched: 17:50 Going Paul Out: 39:54

This week we talk about Skibidi Toilet, Jake Paul, and how Americans are becoming less likely to have church homes that they are deeply committed to. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:47 Alien Activity: 7:09 De-Generation: 21:50 Destination Uncertain: 33:11

This week we talk about a decision by the Pew Research Center to stop using generational labels, how belief in heaven, hell, and other spiritual “entities” is on the decline, and Aliens?! For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:28 The Pink Apocalypse: 9:30 Seeing Red: 25:40 Hanging By A Thread: 39:55

This week we talk about Barbenhiemer, how Gen Z blames the Supreme Court and Republicans for blocked student loan relief, and Meta’s Twitter competitor, Threads. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:52 Looking Like a Snack: 10:10 Thumbscrollers: 18:47  Main Events: 27:56

This week we talk about Girl Dinners, Thumbscrollers, and Canon Events. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:58 That's Hot: 11:53 Court vs. the Culture: 25:33 The Sound of Freedom: 38:40  

This week we talk about supreme court rulings, a world on fire, and the theatrical release of a movie shining a spotlight on human trafficking in the US.  For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:56 Depths of Cruelty: 9:31 Up For Debate: 34:00 Shameless: 48:29

This week we talk about the Titan submersible, how some high school students are losing debates due to their personal beliefs, and how a TikTok influencer is going viral for reading her embarrassing diary posts. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:32 Personal Jesus: 4:25 Elemental: 26:14 #!@*&%-Gender: 44:26

This week we talk about an AI-generated version of Jesus, Pixar’s new movie “Elemental”, and how Elon Musk is turning the term "cisgender" into a slur. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week: 0:24 Baby Gronk + Livvy: 10:00 Dressed Like a Fish: 24:54 Dating (Conversations) Made Easy: 39:00

This week we talk about Baby Gronk, the #barbiecore and #mermaidcore trends, and dating (conversations) made easy. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the Week: 0:36 Waiting Until 8th: 12:53 The Life Begoggled: 30:56 #hopecore: 52:16

This week we talk about the parents delaying their child’s first smartphone, Apple’s new Vision Pro, and #hopecore. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week - 0:26 1. Making it Happen - 8:41 2. Missing the Target - 26:40 3. All About Evie - 39:34

This week we talk about Target’s pride section, Evie, and the spiritual practice of manifestation. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

This week the regular Roundtable is off for Memorial Day so we wanted to share one of our One Conversation podcast episodes with you! Evan and Nathan Davis have a conversation on culture, creativity and what it's like to be a Christian in Hollywood. Join us next week as we get back to our regular Roundtable episode and every other Wednesday for our One Conversation Podcast.   

This week we talk about The Surgeon General's warning on the dangers of social media for teenagers, how teens with low follower counts are posting like influencers, and how teens are discovering their parents facebook posts about them from when they were younger. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week - 0:51 1. Giving Players and Ultrahand - 10:50 2. A Diet of Darkness - 23:30 3. High School Horror - 37:46

This week we talk about the new Zelda game, how TikTok continues to affect mental health, and how a growing number of students are avoiding school because of panic attacks and anxiety. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week - 0:43 1. Social Media Rules - 7:38 2. Whispers of Wealth - 28:57 3. Overlooking the Obvious - 42:56

This week we talk about the American Psychological Association’s advisory about social media, “quiet luxury” clothing trends, along with how an anti-lonliness campaign seems to omit the nuclear family. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Song of the Week - 1:14 1. Mental Health Awareness Month - 5:59 2. A Wider Rainbow - 25:49 3. Terrif-AI-d - 43:37    

This week we talk about mental health, how many teens are questioning their sexuality and AI fears. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org Slang of the week - 0:30 #ActuallyAutistic - 8:15   Wilbur's Force - 35:36 Repair, Reparent, Repeat - 50:12    

This week we talk about the band Lovejoy, #ActuallyAutistic, and breaking negative parenting cycles. For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org   Song of the Week - 0:23 1. More Mandalore - 8:56 2. Beastie's Boys - 19:17 3. Grossed Over - 40:10    

This week we talk about the third season of "The Mandalorian," how one of MrBeast's core crew members has begun hormone replacement therapy, and how Youth Ministry is changing. To submit a question that will be discussed on Monday's Roundtable episode, click here. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org.    

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more written, audio and video resources, go to Axis.org Slang of the Week - 0:21 1. "Super" Satisfying - 5:15 2. This Trend is Making Me Thirsty - 23:02 3. Ex-Lover - 36:53

This week we talk about the "Super Mario Brothers" movie, flavored water and Taylor Swift’s possible break up. For more written, audio, and video resources, go to axis.org. To submit a question for the Monday Roundtable episode, click here.  

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more written, audio and video resources, go to Axis.org Song of the Week - 0:28 1. A Faith for the Ages - 7:37 2. #CollegeAdmissions TikTok - 30:05 3. Work vs. Worship - 48:53  

This week we talk about #collegeadmissions on TikTok, workism, and a faith for the ages.    For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more Axis resources, go to Axis.org Song of the Week - 0:28 1. Tragedy in Nashville - 10:14 2. Back in the Fold - 28:04 3. Self-Harm on the Rise - 43:29    

This week we talk about a tragedy in Nashville, the high-trending TV version of Shadow and Bone, and how self-harm is on the rise.   For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more Axis resources, go to Axis.org Slang of the Week - 0:22 1. Tikked Off - 5:46 2. Who Wants to be a Shillionaire - 21:38 3. Subtitled - 43:15

This week we talk about the possibility of a US ban on TikTok, how male influencers in their twenties are making a fortune on YouTube telling other young men how to make a fortune and how young people are watching television with the subtitles on.   For more written, audio and video resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more Axis resources, go to Axis.org Song of the week - 0:30 1. Risk vs. Reward - 8:46 2. Evangelical Ratings - 26:53 3. No, Please - 46:30  

This week we talk about Americans feeling more positive than negative about most religious affiliations, how fewer opportunities for independent activity could be contributing to the overall decline in teen mental health, and how the word “please” has officially taken on a passive-aggressive connotations. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more Axis resources, go to Axis.org

This week we talk about remembering your teenage years, cluttered aesthetic winning out over carefully curated and sparse homes, and some insight into how products like Snapchat are developed and designed.   If you enjoy listening, we'd love to invite you to experience Axis in a whole new way. We've recently launched a brand new web experience that provides free access to all of our resources. And as a donor-supported 501c3, we need partners like you to keep these podcasts and others resources going, equipping parents with the tools they need to engage their kids and lead them to lifelong faith in Jesus. Visit axis.org to check out more parenting resources and to give a gift of support today!   Also, for more context and nuance around this week's topics, we’d love for you to join us for our Roundtable episode on Monday.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more Axis resources, go to Axis.org

This week we talk about TikTok time restrictions, cheating becoming more in common in higher education, and the rise of gore and disturbing content on Instagram.  For more free Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter.  For more Axis resources, go to Axis.org

This week we talk about revival, #morningroutine, and “The Witch Trials of JK Rowling.” For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about a 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, Influencers who are de-influencing, and how teens are losing interest in getting a Drivers' License. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about a new type of relationship, deaths of despair, and the performance of “Unholy” at the 2023 grammys. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about products that are “dupes”, if the line between entertainment and real life has become blurred beyond recognition, and making a hangout house for your teenagers.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about if parents should expect schools to keep them in the loop when a child decides to change their gender identity, Youtube University, and how gun violence is off to a disturbing start this year. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about how some young women are eager to embrace a more traditional gender role, how some universities have banned TikTok, and social fitness. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about Lucky Girl Syndrome, Gen Z’s New Year's resolutions, and church attendance returning to pre-pandemic levels - mostly. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator Newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about how social media use in teens could alter how their brains respond to social rewards, the murder mystery, Glass Onion, and a possible lack of resilience among young people. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

For 2022's last two Culture Translators, we're doing a top 20 countdown of the biggest culture makers of 2022. Last week we covered 20-11, and this week we are doing 10-1. All of these people made a profound impact on the world your teens are growing up in. We hope you enjoy! For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

For 2022's last two Culture Translators, we're doing a top 20 countdown of the biggest culture makers of 2022. This week we cover 20-11, and next week we'll do 10-1. All of these people made a profound impact on the world your teens are growing up in. We hope you enjoy! For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.    

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

This week we talk about Gen Z’s Christmas wishlist, the Liver King getting caught in a lie, and pilk. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org  

This week on the Culture Translator, we’re talking about the ChatGPT AI, Missing the old Kanye, and the magic avatars of the AI-Generated Lensa. For more Axis resources, go to Axis.org

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

This week we talk about the loneliness epidemic, how China’s Gen Z citizens are protesting “zero-COVID" policies, and the decline of Instagram. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

We are taking this week off to be with our families, but we will be back at it again next week!

This week we talk about how Twitter has become a source of entertainment for all the wrong reasons, how social media may be strengthening your teen's friendships and how a survey is encouraging families to talk with elder members about their history. Click here to view the survey. For more Axis resources, or to make a donation, visit axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter. Note: We apologize for Kate's audio, we are working to resolve this issue! For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

This week we talk about how TikTokers are going viral with teary break up posts, how users are leaving Twitter for Mastadon, and how the midterm election and GenZ intersected. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

This week we talk about how “healthy” TikTok content is mostly just about losing weight, what shapes young evangelicals’ civic engagement and political opinions and how maybe the parenting model you choose is less relevant than choosing one, any one. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter. For more Axis resources, check out Axis.org

This week we talk about backlash from Taylor Swift's new album, a more serious Star Wars story, and why getting spooked can sometimes feel pretty good.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter. For more Axis resources, check out Axis.org

This week we talk about an app that allows you to send anonymous compliments, figuring out the skills your children are going to need if they are going to live independently, and ebay banning the purchase of the Jeffrey Dahmer halloween costume. Vox article for The Adulting Bucket List. For more resources, go to Axis.org.

In the Culture Translator Roundtable we dive deeper into the context and nuance around the critical conversations and topics written about in the Culture Translator newsletter.  For more Axis resources, check out Axis.org

This week we talk about trouble inside inpatient mental health facilities, the shocking netflix movie, Luckiest Girl Alive, and Gen Z seeing the Bible as a justice manual. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about Christianity’s shrinking share in the religious landscape, the identity of young men and church altar calls. For more Axis resources, go to Axis.org.

This week we talk about the argument for more traditional forms of dating, how using tech to communicate can make our interactions more shallow, and the anime series, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. NYT op-ed Arthur C. Brooks Atlantic article For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

This week we talk about the "Mappiness Project", the productivity tool, Notion, and how Twitch is banning streams that feature unlicensed gambling websites. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about how pandemic stress has increased nightmares, the new IOS update, and tips for how to spot a teen who may be headed for a mental health crisis. Mashable Article Six Screening Questions For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

This week we talk about an online community of young women called "spoonies", Mr. Beast and his burger joint, and Amazon’s new series “The Rings of Power”. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about brightly-colored pills and powders containing fentanyl being sold to young consumers, the hashtag indicating “Self Harm Twitter”, and teens being prescribed multiple drugs for mental health conditions. For more Axis resources and other help navigating these issues, go to Axis.org.

This week we talk about the "Close Friends" feature on Instagram, why certain soundbytes make TikTok super addictive and the phrase “Back to School Necklace”. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about people boycotting Amazon because of perceived employee abuses, the #NoSleepovers movement amongst parents, and Snapchat’s first set of parental controls. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about TikTok’s new third party vendor used to moderate the platform and the challenges they face, teens wearing hoodies in the summer, and new hashtags minors are using to avoid TikTok moderators. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about our new podcast, The Culture Translator Roundtable, how inflation is affecting teens, and "revenge porn". For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about why 40% of young people are using TikTok like google, why some parents are deleting posts of past children, and why Instagram is trying to be like TikTok, even though users just want it to be itself. For more resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about the "Not Gonna Lie" app, the word "hot" becoming uncoupled from the idea of sexuality, and sexual consent with a caveat. For more Axis resources go to axis.org.

This week we talk about American Girl Doll memes, the new James Webb telescope, and how TikTok influencers are not always following the rules of sponsorship disclosure.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about a popular meme exploring possible relationship dealbreakers, a TikTok trend from the opening weekend of "Minions: Rise of Gru", and the term 'gatekeeper'.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about celebrity singers criticising the Supreme Court, dangerous alternatives to clinical abortions, and research on the public opinion on abortion.  For more Axis resources, go to axis.org

This week we talk about a new low in American's belief in God, dissatisfaction in Google’s search engine, and a look into the life of a high school boy who was “canceled” by his peers because of his actions. For more Axis resources go to axis.org.

This week we talk about an AI ethics researcher from Google being put on leave for publicly expressing concerns over an AI project becoming sentient, a report saying how more people of all ages are avoiding the news, and Gen Z’s memes, featuring Catholicism. For more Axis resources, go to Axis.org

This week we talk about California schools starting later, Tish Harrison Warren's idea of normalizing some dissatisfaction and disappointment in marriage, and a new viral hack for “healthy” coke. For more Axis resources go to axis.org.

This week we talk about the new Obi-Wan Kenobi mini series, sextortion, and K-pop super group BTS meeting President Biden. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

In this week's Culture Translator, we only talk about one thing. I am so tired of waiting, Aren't you, for the world to become good and beautiful and kind? Let us take a knife and cut the world in two— and see what worms are eating at the rind. - Langston Hughes For more Axis resources go to axis.org.

This week we talk about New A.I. Relationships, Algo-Speak, and Sports Illustrated's new Swimsuit Issue.   For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about romanticizing your life, trends in bible reading, and the idea that  where your children grow up might be one of the most important indicators of their earning potential and stability. For more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about Johnny Depp’s defamation suit against his ex-wife Amber Heard, Roe V Wade, and a new short form video series called "Dark Room Faith". To discover more Axis resources or to sign up for our free weekly newsletter, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about Elon Musk buying Twitter, astrology, and how the onset of puberty continues to drop to an earlier age. To sign up for our free weekly newsletter, or to discover more axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about teens opting out of social media, Scamchella, and how drug use among teens is down, statistically, but overdose deaths are up. For more Axis resources go to axis.org.

This week we talk about Stan Mail, a unified theory of the teenage mental health crisis and ideas for how to more productively remind your kids to do things. To sign up for our free weekly newsletter or to discover more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about the more authentic social media app, BeReal, the education crisis in the US, and a study that paid participants who normally watch Fox to watch CNN. To sign up for our weekly newsletter or to discover more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about Disney's company values, Meta partnering with local media outlets to make TikTok look bad, and #spiritual. To sign up for our weekly newsletter or to discover more Axis resources, go to axis.org.

This week we talk about longer form Youtube content, beyond consent, and the addition of more mature content on Disney+. For more resources check out axis.org.

This week we talk about TikTokers briefed by the White House, the evangelistic ad campaign He Gets Us, and Pixar'sTurning Red. Check out more of our resources at Axis.org.

This week we talk about #Tourettes, the Parental Rights in Education Bill, and the fallout from two years of limited in-person schooling and pandemic restrictions. Sign up for our free newsletter at axis.org/ct.

This week we dive into Big Sis Tok, Fake Breaking News, and Gen Z Psychology 101! To sign up for our weekly newsletter, go to axis.org/ct

This week we here about The Pressure to Post, Make Memes, Not War and Me, not an Empath. Sign up for our weekly email newsletter at axis.org

Uncharted, Is Deconstruction the Enemy?, and Remote Reiki. To sign up for the email newsletter, go to axis.org/ct.

Betting It All, I Do, Already and Class is Uncancelled. Sign up for the weekly newsletter at axis.org/ct

The Curriculum Wars, TikTok Wave Feminism, and Brick and Uproar.  Sign up for the weekly newsletter at axis.org/ct

A State of Emergency, High School Hero, Purity Culture The Sequel| Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V | Parent’s Guide to Purity: bit.ly/3DIl70P

Taylor Swift and Adele, #MaskStringCutting, the Opioid Epidemic| Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

Astroworld Tragedy, Popping the Filter Bubble, and Shifting Values| Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

The great resignation, #witchtok, and the church of social justice.| Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

The Movie Dune, The Song No Children, and Ungoogle Me| Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

TikTok Tics, #pronounsday, Netflix Walkout, and Becoming What We Behold | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct| Parents guide to LGBTQ+: bit.ly/3pFEjsL | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

Jon Gruden, Shelley Meyer, and Couch Guy get cancelled. | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

Netflix’s squid game, Twitch data leaks, and Facebook's very bad week. | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

Meg Ryan, Calling, Certified Lover Boy, TikTok Hits 1 Billion Users | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

#EatTheRich, Social Media, Nineties Country, #TrueCrimeTok | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

Famous Streamers, Instagram Toxicity, Roblox Underground, Twitter Jail | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Famous Streamers: bit.ly/3nFXdP6 | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

TikTok Screentime, 9/11 Documentaries, Spiderman: No Way Home, College Admissions | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

Teen Celebrities, He’s All That, The D'Amelios, and Online Spaces | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V

OnlyFans, Milk Crate Challenge, Old Money Aesthetic, Hollowed Out | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Slang of the Week survey: bit.ly/3jEqt6V