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Transitioning into a discussion about current events, Carlson and Ryan agree that the world is embroiled in a spiritual war—a battle of good versus evil, order versus chaos. Carlson admits to having underestimated this dimension and confesses to seeking solitude in the woods to find clarity, though he recognizes this retreat as self-indulgent. The tragic death of a friend, Charlie Kirk, poignantly prompted Carlson to see that escapism, while comforting, is ultimately insufficient. Instead, he emphasizes the duty to speak truth, even if that truth goes unnoticed or unrewarded.