Billy Hallowell

Billy Hallowell is a digital TV host and interviewer for Faithwire and CBN News and the co-host of CBN’s "Quick Start Podcast." Hallowell has written more than 14,000 stories on faith, culture and politics, has interviewed hundreds of celebrities, authors and influencers and is the author of four books, including "Playing with Fire: A Modern Investigation into Demons, Exorcism, and Ghosts," and "The Armageddon Code: One Journalist's Quest for End-Times Answers." He was formerly the director of content and communications at Pure Flix and the former faith and culture editor at TheBlaze.

Articles by Billy Hallowell

Kinga Gebauer holds a sign in front of the Walgreens corporate headquarters during a protest over a plan to sell abortion pills at Walgreens Deerfield Headquarters in Deerfield, Ill., Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. An Associated Press-NORC Center poll found that most U.S. adults favor allowing abortion at least in the early weeks of pregnancy. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

Dems are out of step: Most Americans think abortions should be banned at 24 weeks

Abortion is one of those incredibly rare and complex issues for which both sides of the ever-contentious divide will passionately argue that the statistics and polls are on their side. Published July 19, 2023

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., is seen during a meeting at the Chhaya Community Development Corporation, Wednesday, July 6, 2022, in the Jackson Heights neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer) ** FIL E**

LISTEN: The ‘dangers’ to Christianity and America posed by AOC’s ‘far-leftist rot’

Listen to Cheryl Chumley and Billy Hallowell break down the dangers facing America as socialism creeps into Congress with support for AOC and "the squad." Published July 18, 2023

Site of the mass baptism at Pirate's Cove in Newport Beach, Calif. (courtesy photo from John Fredricks)

Higher Ground: An event of ‘Biblical porportions’

The biggest faith and culture headlines from the last week, available only on Higher Ground from The Washington Times. Published July 17, 2023

Media’s attacks on ‘Sound of Freedom’ squander rare opportunity to shed light on modern-day slavery

There's plenty to be disturbed about when it comes to some media outlets' dismissive -- and damaging -- reactions to the sleeper summer film hit "The Sound of Freedom." Published July 12, 2023

FILE - Planned Parenthood of Utah is shown on June 28, 2022, in Salt Lake City. A Utah court on Friday, April 28, 2023, will consider a request from Planned Parenthood to delay implementing a statewide ban on abortion clinics set to begin taking effect next week. The organization in a motion filed earlier this month argued a state law passed earlier this year will severely curtail access to abortion in Utah. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)

LISTEN: The diabolical and utter nonsense Planned Parenthood wants you to believe

The Higher Ground podcast with Billy Hallowell breaks down the weekly faith and culture news. Published July 10, 2023

Moms for Liberty founders Tiffany Justice, right, and Tina Descovich speak at the Moms for Liberty meeting in Philadelphia, Friday, June 30, 2023. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Higher Ground: Moms group hits back after being slapped with ‘extremist’ label

Welcome to Higher Ground, a newsletter and website dedicated to helping families of faith navigate a chaotic world with rigorous reporting, commentary and analysis on national, global and cultural issues. Published July 10, 2023

Abortion protesters attempt to handout literature as they stand in the driveway of a Planned Parenthood clinic in Indianapolis, Aug. 16, 2019. The number of abortions being performed in Indiana has dropped steeply ahead of a court ruling that has a Republican-backed abortion ban set to potentially take effect in the coming weeks. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

Planned Parenthood’s latest lie about virginity is a doozy

"The idea of virginity comes from outdated -- let's be real, patriarchal -- ways of thinking that hurts everyone." Published July 5, 2023

The U.S. Supreme Court is seen on Thursday, June 29, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Higher Ground: Supreme Court says ‘I Do’ to religious liberty

Dive deeper into the biggest headlines in faith news from the week: Supreme Court affirms religious liberty; parents protest LBGTQ policies in Maryland school; Library group takes on Kirk Cameron's story hours; Moms For Liberty vs. Southern Poverty Law Center. Published July 3, 2023

Ex-porn stars escape industry, find Jesus, and deliver transformative messages

Two ex-porn stars escaped the bowels of one of the most diabolical industries, the trappings of fame and money, and their own brokenness to find something greater and more fulfilling -- and their journeys have understandably captivated the world. Published June 29, 2023

Cans of Bud Light chill in a refrigerator in Oakland, Calif., Friday, April 28, 2023. After more than two decades as America's best-selling beer, Bud Light has slipped into second place. Modelo Especial, a Mexican lager, overtook Bud Light in U.S. retail dollar sales in the month ending June 3. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

LISTEN: ‘How bad have those protests really hurt Target and Bud Light?’

This is Higher Ground with Billy Hallowell, where we bring light amid the chaos of our world, covering the intersection of faith, politics, and culture.This podcast is a weekly recap of the faith and culture news you'll want to hear. Published June 26, 2023

Higher Ground: Charitable giving takes a notable dip

Welcome to Higher Ground, a newsletter and website, dedicated to helping families of faith navigate a chaotic world with rigorous reporting, commentary and analysis on national, global and cultural issues. Published June 26, 2023

A look at the very real, very deadly ramifications of Christian persecution around the globe

Joel Veldkamp, the head of international communications for Christian Solidarity International, talks with Higher Ground's Billy Hallowell about the deadly ramifications of Christian persecution around the world. Published June 23, 2023

A man prays during a prayer service for Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin at Crossroads Uptown Church, Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Christians must work to ensure First Amendment rights stay protected

"Freedom for me and none for thee" has moved from a mere mantra to a disquieting, freedom-shattering reality in some sectors, with many citizens and government officials flagrantly forgetting the reality that liberty and justice are truly for all. Published June 21, 2023

People attend a prayer service outside Dodger Stadium Friday, June 16, 2023, in Los Angeles. Devout baseball fans might view their teams' performance as heavenly or hellish, depending on the quality of play. Currently, it is the Los Angeles Dodgers' handling of their annual Pride Night — not the team's record — that has provoked emotional reactions from religious people, including prominent faith leaders, Catholic nuns, and even the team's All-Star ace. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

LISTEN: Exploring the recent rise of conservatism in America

Listen to Higher Ground with Billy Hallowell, where we bring light amid the chaos of our world, covering the intersection of faith, politics, and culture. Published June 19, 2023

An sign stands near an entrance to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, in Bethesda, Md. The management of the medical center has drawn criticism from a prominent archbishop - and some members of Congress - by choosing not to renew a contract for Franciscan priests to provide pastoral care, and by hiring a hiring a secular defense contractor, Mack Global LLC, to oversee provision of those services going forward. Walter Reed said it notified the Franciscans in March 2023 that their contract would not be renewed. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, File)

Higher Ground: Inside the return of Catholic chaplains at Walter Reed

A friendly reminder: Higher Ground is no longer just a newsletter; it has expanded to its own section on The Washington Times homepage. If you enjoy the faith-centric collection of news and opinion focused on the intersection of culture and politics, you can read it daily at http://highergroundtimes.com/. Published June 19, 2023

American flags fly with a cloudy sky above the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Friday, June 9, 2023. While the air quality remains unhealthy, the record smoke pollution from wildfires in eastern Canada this week has diminished significantly over the nation's capital. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

Ideological ‘Red Wave’ emerging amid America’s moral meltdown; Americans pushing past cancel culture

Something is happening in America. What began as quiet murmurings and whispered complaints quickly grew into a crescendo of perturbation, consternation and dismay. Published June 15, 2023

Director Dallas Jenkins and Jesus discuss scene in synagogue. (Angel Studios)

Higher Ground: ‘The Chosen’ thinks globally, Kirk Cameron talks new book

Dive deep into this week's major faith-centric headlines. Kirk Cameron shares his perspective on his new children's book, "Pride Comes Before the Fall;" takes a look back on the life and legacy of televangelist Pat Robertson and go behind-the-scenes with "The Chosen" as they make moves to bring the show to a global audience. Published June 12, 2023

In a white cap and gown a graduating senior walks to the graduation ceremonies at Paradise High School in Paradise, Calif., Thursday, June 6, 2019. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)

South Carolina high school valedictorian skips benign graduation speech, stresses Christian faith

There is no shortage of negative news about America's young people, the supposedly dilapidated state of faith in the U.S., moral depravity, and our ever-chaotic mental health trends. Published June 7, 2023

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw throws to the plate during the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees Friday, June 2, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Higher Ground: Inside the ‘unprecedented backlash’ behind ‘Pride Month’

Even before the June 1 kickoff to "Pride Month," a 30-day celebration of LGBTQ+ people and causes, there was "an unprecedented backlash" from conservatives and others over the deep involvement of corporate America, The Washington Times' Valerie Richardson reported. Published June 5, 2023

Bible on a pulpit. Photo credit: Wolkenengel565 via Shutterstock. FILE

Why a North Korean toddler’s Bible arrest offers a dire warning to America

"The entire family, including a 2-year-old child, were given life sentences in political prison camps." Published May 31, 2023

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