# Ep 355: Is the Culture Losing its Grip on Reality? with Phoenix Hayes

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Podcast: [Her Faith Inspires Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/her-faith-inspires-podcast-846363)
Published: 2026-08-22T17:43:00+00:00
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## Resource

What happens when we stop asking whether something is true and start deciding truth for ourselves? We live in a culture where reality is increasingly treated as something we can define, redefine, or even create. But can we actually create our own reality? And what happens when our feelings, desires, or personal experiences become the standard for determining what is true? In this episode, I'm talking with Phoenix Hayes, co-author with Dr. Frank Turek of The War on Reality . We discuss the growing confusion surrounding truth, identity, morality, and human nature—and why Christians need a solid foundation for evaluating the ideas shaping our culture. We talk about why truth matters, how competing worldviews influence the way we see reality, and why the question of whether God exists ultimately changes everything. Struggle to have conversations with people who believe you can determine what's true for yourself? Listen to this episode. The War on Reality book. Phoenix Hayes Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

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