Straight White American Jesus Episodes
Weekly Roundup: Mamdani Wins and Dems Sweep – Blame the Women!
Brad and Dan unpack the historic election of Zohran Mamdani as Mayor of New York City and the predictable right-wing meltdown that followed, complete with
It’s in the Code ep 169: “It’s the Same Story”
Josh Hawley argues that American “liberals” (anyone who isn’t a conservative Christian) don’t have a story to tell about men’s purpose in the world. But
The Intellectual Forces Behind JD Vance + Vance Divorce Rumors
Brad Onishi is joined by Dr. Laura Field, author of Furious Minds: The Making of the MAGA New Right, for a fascinating look into the
Weekly Roundup: We May Never Vote Again + JD Vance Runs for President
Dan’s “demon” costume sets the stage for a serious warning: Americans may not be able to vote freely in 2026. Brad argues that authoritarian tactics
It’s in the Code ep 168: “Man’s (Empty) Purpose”
Josh Hawley devotes the second chapter of his book to outlining what he sees as “man’s purpose.” He promises to answer the question of why
Beyond Thoughts and Prayers: The Rituals of Freedom
Brad welcomes Liz Theoharis and Charon Hribar, editors of We Pray Freedom: Liturgies and Rituals from The Freedom Church of the Poor. Both guests are
Weekly Roundup: “No Kings” vs Christ the King Who Condones Slavery + Trump Destroys the White House
Brad and Dan unpack the symbolism and substance behind the demolition of the East Wing of the White House to make way for a privately
Special Episode: Is Pope Leo Really Dissolving Opus Dei?
This episode delves into the recent controversies surrounding Opus Dei, a secretive and influential organization within the Catholic Church. According to a report from Infovaticana,
It’s in the Code ep 167: “Manhood Pt. 2”
This episode continues the exploration of how masculinity and the category of “man” function within the contemporary right, using Senator Josh Hawley’s book “Manhood” as
Peter Thiel’s Gospel Part II: Palantir and the Philosopher-King
Dr. Brad Onishi dives into the ideological roots of one of Peter Thiel’s most significant ventures, Palantir. Drawing from Thiel’s reflections on Leo Strauss’s philosophy
Resisting the Spiritual Violence of ICE
In this episode, Brad Onishi sits down with Rev. Alba Onofrio—executive director of Soulforce and host of Teología Sin Vergüenza—for a powerful exploration of faith,
Weekly Roundup: “I Love Hitler” Group Chat Leaked + The Technocrats Who Want Monarchy + No Kings!
Brad and Dan unpack a disturbing leaked group chat among young Republican leaders that reveals casual racism, homophobia, and even Nazi sympathies. They analyze how