Storms, Protests, and a Shifting Economy: The Stories Behind the Headlines

About this episode

James L. Paris reflects on personal experiences while discussing current events including protests, economic shifts, and notable news stories.

In this week’s episode of Still Here, I turn 61 and reflect on a life filled with twists I never expected — moments I thought would be endings that turned out to be beginnings. Inspired by the wisdom of Fred Rogers and grounded in the promise of Romans 8:28, we explore how purpose often emerges from challenge. Then, we shift to the news that’s captured our attention: The brutal winter storm that crippled travel — flights canceled, temperatures plunging to 40 below, and over a million without power. A surge of unrest in Minneapolis after federal immigration enforcement actions resulted in the fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen and subsequent clashes between protesters and ICE/Border Patrol agents, including reports of an officer being seriously injured during protests. Major developments have sparked national debate on use of force, accountability, and federal-local relations. What “peaceful protest” looks like — and how individual incidents are being interpreted and investigated one by one. Housing market dynamics: mortgage rates remain uncertain, yet homeowners continue to tap equity through HELOCs. A somber moment in sports news with the death of former Eagles defensive tackle…

People in this episode

Host: James L. Paris

Topics covered

• personal reflection
• current events
• housing market
• protests
• economic challenges
• sports news
• Bitcoin

Keywords

• winter storm
• protests
• housing market
• Kevin Johnson
• Bitcoin
• Fred Rogers
• Romans 8:28

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ICE, Border Patrol

Books & works: Romans 8:28

Places: Minneapolis

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