Episodes 125
Avg. Duration 1h 3m
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Apple Rating 4.8 (11)
Since Apr 2018
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Welcome to the Defiance and Obedience Podcast (formerly The Contraratics). We are seeking to build strong men in the home AND public square. Each episode packs another dose of constructive contrarianism, curious musings and fatherhood direction. We realize that fathers and husbands need to lead in their home before they can be anyone of repute outside the home, starting with ourselves. Follow along.

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Your ER Can't Fix You or "Why America Needs Direct Primary Care" - Ep 123

Apr 02, 2026 1h 2m

We are happy to welcome Jubal Marlatt, of Jubilee Clinics, back to the show to provide an update of the clinic and its operations. We are thankful for him and Dr. Marks as they both are bringing this…

Training Kids to Go Out or "Give Them Hard, Now, Don't Wait" Ep 122

Mar 27, 2026 1h 4m

Ian explains why he has a beef with eagles? This gets us on a rabbit trail about predator hunting - COYOTES… mostly. We get to our main topic which is discussing how we can raise kids to love their…

Taxes and Flourishing or "Why Do They Hate Their People?" Ep 121

Mar 16, 2026 48m

Are things getting worse in WA State for those that want to raise a family, start a business, be productive and flourish?! Perhaps this is the case - but it should not dampen our efforts to lean into…

Lincoln's Pragmatism, Tariff Talk and Machine Guns in Kentucky - Ep 120

Mar 08, 2026 1h 1m

We touch on the how people are reacting to the podcast name change, some more Flock camera discussion and other updates. We then take a dive into the life and politics of Abraham Lincoln as well as…

From Conconully to the USS Benfold or "Small Towns and Big Principles" - Ep 119

Mar 06, 2026 1h 7m

What do Conconully, WA and a book on leadership have to do with each other?! This episode of course! Coming off our awesome interview with Dean Pakinas last episode, we take a step back and reminisce…

A Farmer Joins the Show or "The Life and Passions of Dean Pakinas" - Ep 118

Feb 23, 2026 1h 31m

This week we are joined by Dean Pakinas from Swans Trail Farms. We hear about his life story as a father, wrestling coach and now, full time farmer (and still, father ;). We really enjoyed this…

Are You Paying Attention to Your Kids? From School Walkouts to Everyday Attention-Seeking - Ep 117

Feb 19, 2026 51m

From ICE walkouts to parenting cues, this episode correlates what is happening on a more national level, with what we might be seeing on a local level. Are you paying attention to markers in your…

Bad Shoot AND Stupid Guy? or "Josh Breaks Down the Alex Pretti Incident" Ep 116

Feb 14, 2026 57m

In this episode we do a deeper dive into the issues going on with Minneapolis - or rather one of the issues. It's hard to say whether the immigration enforcement or the rampant fraud are bigger…

Raising Kids For Responsibility and Tension or "Children Who Can Stand" Ep 115

Feb 07, 2026 53m

After we pour a beer, we get into what is happening in Minnesota with the ICE-related shootings and how that story has been developing. Do you occasionally take a left on a red arrow? We discuss our…

Knowing Their Frame and Pitfalls or "How to Parent with Faith and Prudence" Ep 114

Feb 01, 2026 43m

Josh has a dream and feels compelled to share it with the listeners. We discuss the brewerys in the area that have a change of ownership. We also discuss how to help our children avoid pitfalls we…

Minnesota Fraud and Pickle Beer or "I'll Take Some Piss with My Fraud"

Jan 19, 2026 1h 2m

Minnesota has been poppin' off! It's the land of snow and crazy Karens these days. We recap the Christmas break and go over some recent events. Also, Pickle Beer (maybe) sounds like a great idea but…

Christmas Cheer or "Fathers, Get your Joy On!" - Ep 112

Dec 26, 2025 1h 6m

Merry Christmas from the Contraratics! Our topics span from bourbon-barrel-aged beer to feeding the homeless (however you decide to interpret that statement). Join us for a Christmas episode and may…

Leading in Gratitude over the Holidays or "Fathers, Take the Lead" - Ep 111

Dec 22, 2025 50m

As we approach Christmas, we continue to discuss ways that we fathers can mess it up with our own attitude and disposition. Are you not excited about the various social get-togethers over the…

Tis the Season to Party Or "Celebrate Like a Christian" - Ep 110

Dec 14, 2025 50m

We recap our Thanksgiving celebrations and hone in on Christian celebrations as a broader category. Why can't Christians just celebrate without over-spiritualizing everything? At the same time, why…

Feasting on Purpose or "Feeding Souls with Sacrificial Feasting"

Dec 06, 2025 52m

Happy (late) Thanksgiving from the Contraratics! Gratitude should be our default, as Christians. In fact, feasting should be a strategic anchor in the liturgy of our families and communities. We…

One Body, Many Members or "Do Your Part" - Ep 108

Nov 30, 2025 43m

How do you get a community of people to all support the same mission while accomplishing disparate tasks? Everyone can't be working on the same task directly but they are working towards the same…

Off Grid or Off the Reservation? or "Socialism Sucks" - Ep 107

Nov 23, 2025 59m

Living off-grid. Government overreach. Socialism comes to America. None of these things escape the purview of Christ. He is over governments and citizens alike and all must submit to Him. Join as we…

Raising Men that Bear Weight or "Raising Stout Boys" Ep 106

Nov 15, 2025 50m

There's the latest news in TDS (Trump Derangement Syndrome) regarding the construction of a new ballroom at the White House as well as a couple other hot topics that are flowing through the news feed…

What Is Government Good For? or "Uncle Sam, Stay in Your Lane" - Episode 105

Nov 08, 2025 1h 33m

What wasn't talked about on this episode? It ends up being a longer episode, with some of the usual beer-marveling, but also with a lot of talk about the government's role, as God defines it. We also…

Fatherhood Demands Action or "Protection Demands Attention" - Episode 104

Oct 25, 2025 46m

A common reoccurring theme on our show is calling fathers (first, ourselves) to take responsibility and take ownership of their roles as protector, provider and leader of their household. We explore…

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