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
26 episodes
Ep. 26 | Colorado Ballot Guide (2026): Every Issue in 30 Minutes
Colorado voters have a lot to consider this election, and we're making it simple.In Episode 26, Cody and Jacob tackle every statewide ballot issue in just 30 minutes! (and some local ones too)From taxes and government spending t...
Ep. 25 | Colorado Ballot Guide: Props NN, 137 & Local Issues
We're wrapping up more of Colorado's 2026 ballot issues, this time bringing the conversation closer to home.In Episode 25 of free 2 think, we break down Proposition NN, Proposition 137, and local ballot issues, including Mesa County Vall...
Ep. 24 | Oil, Iran & Debt: Let's Talk Economics
What drives the price of gas at the pump? How does conflict in Iran affect global oil markets? And how much debt is too much?In Episode 24 of free 2 think, we cover a little bit of everything—from how oil is produced, refined, and priced...
Ep. 23 | Colorado Ballot Guide: Propositions 134, 135 & 136
We’re back with another round of Colorado’s 2026 ballot measures. This week we break down Propositions 134, 135, and 136—covering sex-based eligibility in school sports, gender-related surgeries for minors, and a cap on Colorado’s inc...
Ep. 22 | The Joy and Value of Family
Family can be messy, exhausting, hilarious—and one of the greatest joys in life.In Episode 22 of free 2 think, we lighten things up and talk about the value of family: what our families mean to us personally, the joy and ...
Ep. 21 | Colorado Ballot Guide: Amendment 87 & Props 132 and 133
We’re continuing our look at Colorado’s 2026 statewide ballot. In Episode 21 of free 2 think, we break down three more measures and discuss what they actually do, the arguments surrounding them, and how we’re thinking about them.
Ep. 20 | Data Centers: Is There a Middle Ground?
Data centers are becoming a political flashpoint—but how much of the concern is grounded in reality?In Episode 20 of free 2 think, we dig into the debate over data centers: water and energy use, environmental concerns, the ra...
Ep. 19 | Colorado Ballot Guide: Amendments 84, 85 & 86
Colorado voters have some big constitutional questions in front of them.In Episode 19, Jacob and Cody continue their breakdown of Colorado's 2026 statewide ballot measures, tackling three more amendments:Amendment 84 — Mail Ball...
Ep. 18 | Capitalism: The Economics of Choice
Ep. 18 | Capitalism: The Economics of ChoiceCapitalism is ultimately about a simple question: Who gets to choose?In this episode, Jacob and Cody discuss capitalism, individual agency, and why decentralized choice matters. Rather...
Ep. 17 | Colorado Ballot Guide: Amendments 81, 82 & 83
Ep. 17 | Colorado Ballot Guide: Amendments 81, 82 & 83That’s clean, searchable, and gives you an easy repeatable format for the next episode.DescriptionColorado voters have 14 statewide ballot issues to sort t...
Ep. 16 | Is Right and Wrong Objective? The Lindsay Clancy Case
Ep. 16 | Is Right and Wrong Objective? The Lindsay Clancy CaseWhat makes something truly right or wrong? Is morality objective—or does it depend on the person, the circumstances, or the society?In this episode, we wrestle with m...
Ep. 15 | Theology: Who Is God?
What do we mean when we use the word “God”? In this episode, we start with the historical understanding of the term god and look at the broad range of ways people and cultures have understood the divine.Then we bring it home:
Ep. 14 | Internet Trolls: Don’t Feed Them
Who are internet trolls, and why do they do what they do? In this episode, we dig into the psychology behind trolling—including the Dark Tetrad personality traits—and why some people seem to thrive on provoking others online.We also tal...
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...