free 2 think
free 2 think is a podcast hosted by Cody Davis and Jacob Cady, exploring faith, culture, politics, and the ideas shaping our world. Through thoughtful conversation, respectful disagreement, and a commitment to curiosity, we tackle hard topics without the outrage. Think deeply. Listen carefully. Stay free to think.
Episodes
13 episodes
Ep. 13 | Dead Internet Theory: Are We Losing Our Humanity?
What if the internet isn't really people talking to people anymore?In this episode, we dive into the Dead Internet Theory—the idea that much of what we see online is increasingly created, promoted, and interacted with by bots and artifi...
Ep. 12 | Flock Cameras: Crime Fighting or Surveillance State?
Flock cameras and automated license plate readers are popping up in communities across the country—but what exactly are they doing?In this episode, we break down how ALPRs work, how law enforcement uses them to solve crimes, and where le...
Ep. 11 | Renters vs. Landlords: What Say the Memes?
In this episode, we take on the age-old battle: renters vs. landlords — with a little help from the memes.We talk about how landlord-tenant laws are often written in response to the worst landlords and the worst renters, while everyone ...
Ep. 10 | The Odyssey: Heroes, Flaws & the Modern Lens
We went to see the new Odyssey movie and came away with plenty to talk about.The cinematography was incredible, the scale was impressive, and there was a lot we genuinely enjoyed. But we also wrestled with something that shows up in a l...
Ep. 9 | Scarcity vs. Abundance: The Power of Enough
Why does it always feel like we need more?More money. More stuff. More security. More control.In Episode 9, Jacob and Cody dig into the difference between a scarcity mindset and an abundance mindset—and how scarcity thinking sho...
Ep. 8 | Special Guest, Greg Haitz. ELECTION INTEGRITY: What Trump gets Right & Wrong
Special guest Greg Haitz joins us to talk elections. Greg is a local business owner, community leader, and candidate for Mesa County Treasurer—and he knows his way around the election process.President Trump recently laid out his case f...
Ep. 7 | Politics, Polarization & can you be Too Reasonable?
Politics feels more divided than ever, but why? In Episode 7, we discuss the current state of American politics, how today's movies often reflect the culture that creates them, the rise of extreme political positions, and why reasonableness is ...
Ep. 6 | AI, Consciousness & the Data Center Boom
Artificial intelligence is changing the world faster than most people realize. We unpack what AI actually is, what it's good for, where the hype goes too far, and whether it could ever be considered conscious. We also dive into the growing dema...
Ep. 5 | Should Christians Read the Passion Translation?
The Passion Translation has become one of the most popular modern "Bible" versions—but is it actually a translation? We explore the evidence, examine the claims, and discuss why many evangelical scholars warn against relying on it. Whether you'...
Ep. 4 | Socialism: What It Is, What It's Not, and Why It Never Matches the Promise
Is socialism just free healthcare and stronger safety nets, or is there more to it?In this episode of Free 2 Think, we strip away the political buzzwords and ask a simple question: What is socialism?We discuss:What socia...
Ep. 3 | Colorado's New Laws Are Here: Housing, 3D-Printed Guns & More
Colorado has a new batch of laws on the books, and some of them could have a big impact on your daily life.In Episode 3 of Free 2 Think, we break down several new Colorado laws that recently took effect, including changes to affordable ...
Ep. 2 | America at 250, D51 Bans Cell Phones, & Is Social Media Rewiring Our Kids?
America is turning 250, and we think that's worth celebrating.In this episode, we talk about what makes America the grand experiment in self-government and why it's still an idea worth defending. We also dive into the growing evidence o...
Ep. 1 | Why We Started This Podcast, Juneteenth, Pride, and more...
Join Cody and Jacob as they launch free 2 think—a podcast dedicated to open conversation, thoughtful disagreement, and independent thinking in a world increasingly driven by outrage and audience capture.In this first episode, we discuss...