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Arrested, Handcuffed, and Violated: Why a Mississippi Evangelist is Seeking His Day in Court

The Rights of Those Who Choose to Serve

His Path to the Supreme Court

5 Key Supreme Court Precedents to Overturn

6 Big Wins You Need to Know About

A Teacher’s Cross to Bear

Most Recent Episodes

The Freedom to Preach | Gabriel Olivier v. City of Brandon

Gabe Olivier was on a public sidewalk hoping to reach people with Gospel. Instead, he was arrested, handcuffed and loaded into a police cruiser for violating a Brandon, Mississ …

Arrested, Handcuffed, and Violated: Why a Mississippi Evangelist is Seeking His Day in Court

Gabe Olivier was arrested, handcuffed, and loaded into the police cruiser for violating a Brandon, Mississippi city ordinance. The ordinance requires demonstrations near the ci …

The Rights of Those Who Choose to Serve

At First Liberty, we consider it our greatest honor to fight for our service members. For Veterans Day, we’re airing a special episode.

250 Days to Celebrate 250 Years

Watch First Liberty’s Kelly Shackelford discuss the importance of America’s 250th, the role religious liberty plays in keeping us free and why First Liberty is focused on secur …

Off School Property: Solving the Separation of Church and State

Find out how that’s possible in a remarkably well-produced documentary called Off School Property that will hit theaters all over America.

His Path to the Supreme Court

Watch Gabe Olivier share his story and then stay tuned as First Liberty discusses the upcoming oral argument at the Supreme Court.

5 Key Supreme Court Precedents to Overturn

Right now, we have a unique opportunity to go on offense to expand our First Amendment rights. Together, we can work to overturn bad precedents Supreme Court precedents.

When Silenced This High Schooler Stood Up for His Faith

Watch Zion share his story about what happened when he was silenced for sharing his faith during “social time” and why he decided to stand up and speak out.

Live from the Religious Liberty Commission with Coach Joe Kennedy

Watch this video update from Washington D.C. to get all the details and critical take-aways from this meeting.

6 Big Wins You Need to Know About

David Hacker, First Liberty’s Vice President of Legal Services, to fills you in on 6 recent wins and explain why each one is important.

President Trump Says ‘America Was Founded on Faith’ — Religious Liberty Commission

President Donald Trump spoke at the second Religious Liberty Commission hearing in Washington, D.C. along with several First Liberty clients.

Supreme Court Coup

What Americans Think About Court Packing

First Liberty recently commissioned a poll. We wanted you to see what the average voting American thinks about Biden’s court “reform” scheme.

Why You Should Vote Anyway

According to a new George Barna study, 41 million born-again Christians aren’t expected to vote in this election.

Schumer’s Revenge on the Court

On August 1, Majority Leader Schumer & 23 Senators introduced the deceptively named “No Kings Act.” The name may be clever and sound innocent enough, but that is far from the t …

Biden’s Disaster: Court Reform

President Biden unveiled his plan for sweeping and radical changes to the Supreme Court.

Return of the Supreme Court Coup

With several key Supreme Court cases prepared to be released over the next few weeks, the radical left has renewed calls for packing our courts. First Liberty is standing stron …

How We’re Stopping the Radical Supreme Court Coup

Kelly Shackelford joins to give an update on the Supreme Court Coup, from Justices speaking out against it, to the letter we’re sending to the Court Commission. You won’t want …

How Court ‘Reforms’ Threaten Our Liberties

Curious about what was discussed and their recommendations for “court reform”? Jeremy Dys will break down what “reforms” are on the table for the commission, the conclusions fr …

Faith on the Frontlines

What Happened to Professor Varkey?

We catch up with Dr. Varkey to find out what’s happened since he was fired and to celebrate the latest update in his case.

Criminally Charged with Compassion

This week on First Liberty Live! we talk with Pastor Chris Avell about why he is being criminally charged for opening his church to shelter and minister to the underserved peop …

Why Scripture Can’t Be Canceled

Learn more about our client Heather Rooks, who was sent a cease-and-desist letter after quoting Bible verses at a school board meeting.

Censorship in the Space Force

Learn more about Major Jace Yarbrough. This patriot’s military career is on the verge of ruin after being punished for something he said at a private retirement ceremony.

Police Officer Silenced for His Faith

When police officer Jacob Kersey posted on his social media about his religious beliefs, he assumed it was private religious speech. His supervisors at the Port Wentworth polic …

Postal Worker Sent Packing

Gerald Groff was forced to quit his job as a postal carrier because of his religious beliefs. Learn how First Liberty is taking his case to the Supreme Court.

Discrimination Doesn’t Fly

No one should have to fear being fired from their job because of their faith. But that’s exactly what happened to two flight attendants at Alaska Airlines who were recently fir …

Canceled for her Conscience

When Valerie Kloosterman was fired for standing up for her faith, First Liberty stepped in to file a lawsuit on her behalf against the University of Michigan Health.

Live Not in Fear, Live Not by Lies

Special guest, Rod Dreher, author of Live Not By Lies and senior editor at the American Conservative, joins us for a discussion on the importance of standing up for truth and t …

The Dangerous Effects of the “Equality” Act

The deceptively-named “Equality” Act is actually an incredible affront to religious freedom, and has the potential to strip back our First Amendment rights to unparalleled leve …

Women of Faith on the Frontlines w/ Shannon Bream

Join us for an extra-special episode as we chat with distinguished Fox News host and bestselling author Shannon Bream about her new book, “The Women of the Bible Speak,” and wh …

Speechless with Michael Knowles

This week we are joined by Michael Knowles, political commentator, author, and podcast host with The Daily Wire. In this compelling episode, Knowles shares how the fight over t …

Discrimination is the Wrong Prescription

Robyn Strader—a nurse practitioner —was fired from CVS Pharmacy for holding to her religious beliefs. On this week’s episode of First Liberty Live!, we’ll be joined by Robyn as …

For Such a Time as This

Join this special Live! episode as we sit down with former White House Press Secretary, Kayleigh McEnany to discuss her time in the White House and how her faith played a criti …

Ben Watson: Faith over Fear, Truth over Trend

This week on First Liberty Live!, we sit down with NFL Champion Benjamin Watson as he shares insights on what it’s like to trust God through adversity, plus serve as a role mod …

Awake, Not Woke

Have you felt like woke ideology is slowly taking over American thought? That faith is on the decline while secularism reigns supreme?

Supreme Court & More

It’s Time for the Supreme Court to Weigh In

First Liberty has asked the U.S. Surpeme Court to take the Fire Chief Ron Hittle and the Bethesda University cases.

What We Won at the Court

Last week we won not one but two Supreme Court victories! Right now, Americans can celebrate more religious freedom than ever before.

The Faithful Carrier: Prepping for the U.S. Supreme Court

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to prepare for a U.S. Supreme Court case?

The Faithful Carrier: Headed to the Supreme Court

The U.S. Supreme Court announced that it will hear our case involving Gerald Groff, who was wrongly forced to quit his job.

More Freedom than Ever Before: The Supreme Court and Religious Liberty

First Liberty Live! is continuing our series of special double-header episodes with two exemplary intellectual leaders: former solicitor general of the United States, Paul Clem …

Prayer Wins! Supreme Victory for Coach

Watch Coach Kennedy react to his Supreme Court victory! We are celebrating this huge win for religious liberty and unpacking what the SCOTUS opinion means for millions of teach …

The State of the Supreme Court

The latest Supreme Court term just wrapped up with several noteworthy decisions that have crucial implications for your religious liberty. Get expert insight on these important …

Post-Game Analysis: After the Argument with Coach Kennedy

Listen to Paul Clement, Kelly Shackelford and Coach Kennedy analyze the Supreme Court argument that happened on this historic day on April 25th.

Uncut Oral Argument: Live! at the Supreme Court

April 25th marks an historic moment in time. Coach Joe Kennedy is finally getting his day at the Supreme Court. And we’ll be going Live! at the Supreme Court to bring you the u …

How We’re Stopping the Radical Supreme Court Coup

Kelly Shackelford joins to give an update on the Supreme Court Coup, from Justices speaking out against it, to the letter we’re sending to the Court Commission. You won’t want …

Why This Supreme Court is the Most Important in a Quarter-Century

Tim Goeglein joins First Liberty Live! to discuss why this Supreme Court term is one of the most important we’ve had in decades. He’ll walk through some of the critical cases t …

Game Plan for the Supreme Court

Ever wondered what it takes to argue a case at the Supreme Court? With Coach Kennedy’s case set for oral argument, Executive General Counsel Hiram Sasser will join Live! to unp …

How Court ‘Reforms’ Threaten Our Liberties

Curious about what was discussed and their recommendations for “court reform”? Jeremy Dys will break down what “reforms” are on the table for the commission, the conclusions fr …

Does God Still Belong in America’s Courtrooms?

Host Stuart Shepard and FLI Counsel Lea Patterson explain our ongoing case where a simple prayer got one juror disqualified from their post on the jury. Could your faith disqua …

Why Court-Packing is WRONG for America

In this First Liberty Live!, we expose the alarming dangers of “court-packing” with guest Mike Berry, First Liberty’s General Counsel.

Series

Victory for Coach Kennedy

Coach Joe Kennedy finally got his day at the Supreme Court. And he WON. Watch his reaction to this historic victory.

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Around the Institute Spotlight

March 2024 | First Look

Learn more about our cases and the other exciting events in March with this update from our President and CEO Kelly Shackelford.

One Cause, Many Fights: A Special Thanksgiving Message

On this episode of First Liberty Live!, we’re introducing you to our Practice Group Leaders and the 5 areas where we fight for faith.

American Legion Awards

First Liberty honors our client Kenny Vaughan with the Onderdonk Religious Liberty Award presented at the American Legion National Convention.

Could Packing the Supreme Court End America?

Kelly Shackelford, President, Chief Counsel and CEO of First Liberty, joins the Glenn Beck show to discuss the Supreme Court decision leak. With the leak, there are renewed cri …

Hear Coach’s Heart: Coach Kennedy’s Story Like You’ve Never Heard it Before

As First Liberty gets ready to return to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in defense of Coach Joe Kennedy, we take a look back on the story of this historic case.

Is There Anyone Left Like Me?

As millions of American patriots gather together this July 4th, we are proudly celebrating the anniversary of our great nation. Our Founders had a bold vision for this country …

Cuban Pastor: Why Communism Kills Religious Freedom

At the Ministerial to Advance Religious Liberty, an international conference held in Washington D.C. in July 2019, the U.S. Department of State published this video of Mario Fe …

Banning a Blind Woman

Gail Blair, a former nurse, was banned from entering her local park because she wanted to speak to others about her faith. Blair, a blind woman in her 60s, loved to walk in the …

WWII Veteran Proudly Sings God Bless America

Watch Don Graves, a WWII veteran, proudly sing God Bless America in order to show his undying love for our great country.

You Can’t Be Free Without This

It wasn’t an accident that the First Amendment to the Constitution is about religious liberty. So, why was it so important to the Founders? Why should it be just as important t …

Discrimination Doesn’t Fly

No one should have to fear being fired from their job because of their faith. But that’s exactly what happened to two flight attendants at Alaska Airlines who were recently fir …

Thanks Pilgrims: The First Constitutional Document of the New World

Hear from our First Liberty Fellows, John Wilsey, James Patterson, and Jordan Ballor as they tell the history of the Mayflower Compact.

Military Minute

Honoring the Brave

In honor of Veterans Day, we’re hosting a very special episode with our very own veteran and Marine Reservist Mike Berry.

Censorship in the Space Force

Learn more about Major Jace Yarbrough. This patriot’s military career is on the verge of ruin after being punished for something he said at a private retirement ceremony.

Leading the Way: Better Military Policies

Former Secretary of Veteran’s Affairs, Robert Wilkie has special insight into the current status of our military and the problems it faces.

Because of One Woman’s Faith

Today on Live!, attorney Danielle Runyan shares the story of how one woman’s faith provided relief for all religious employees at the VA.

Remembering Those Who Served: A Memorial Day Special

Today, we’re joined by Director Military Affairs, Mike Berry, as he shares the importance of celebrating Memorial Day – including ways you can honor the fallen this year.

100 Years of the Cross: A Veterans Day Special

In 2019, First Liberty protected the Bladensburg Peace Cross with a landmark U.S. Supreme Court victory. The Cross has been standing for over 100 years and now the memorial has …

The Horrendous Treatment of our Navy SEALs

Our Navy SEAL clients and many members of the Navy and Air Force continue to face unjust punishment and terrible living conditions.

Military Appreciation Special

May is Military Appreciation Month and provides an opportunity to dedicate time to appreciate our military heroes. And with Memorial Day next week, First Liberty Live! is hosti …

Punishing America’s Heroes?

The recent Department of Defense’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate is illegally forcing some of America’s most elite warriors to choose between their faith and serving their country – …

Grounded for Their Faith

First Liberty represents several Airmen who have been unjustly grounded for holding to their religious beliefs. Learn more about how we’re representing these American heroes.

The Cost of Denying the Faith of America’s Military

Join Lt. Gen. William G. Boykin as he unpacks the importance of protecting faith and freedom in our military. You won’t want to miss his insights and message to our Navy SEALs.

Strength for the Fight

The replica dog tags with a military logo and Scripture verse are worn by many thousands of service members. But now Kenny Vaughan has been forced to go to court in order to ke …

DoD Vaccine Mandate Q&A

Do you or any member of your family serve in the military? If so, you’ve no doubt heard – and have questions about – the Department of Defense’s vaccine mandate. Fortunately, w …

Shields of Strength: Honor, Dignity, & Glory

As Kenneth Davis, a U.S. Air Force and Marine veteran puts it: “This tag is faith. This is believing that you’re going to live—and that even if you die, you’ll be holding hands …

Protecting and Defending our Navy SEALs

Mike Berry, General Counsel, and Stuart Shepard are in Washington DC to discuss the military vaccine mandate and how we’re defending our Navy SEAL clients.

Winning for the SEALs

A federal judge ruled in favor of our thirty-five (35) U.S. Navy SEAL clients granting them the first step to victory. Mike Berry, general counsel, joins the show to discuss wh …

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