The Re-Emergence of the Religious Left
On a double episode, Dan and Brad first discuss the re-emergence of the Religious Left in the Trump Era, what it means for the 2020 election, and if it can continue after the Trump years. Then, Brad talks to Dr. Benjamin Rolsky about his new book, “The Rise and Fall of the Religious Left,” which focuses on Norman Lear and his media empire in the 60s, 70s, and 80s.— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
The (Im)Piety of Mike Pence
Brad talks with journalist Tom Lobianco about his new book, “Piety and Power: Mike Pence and the Taking of the White House”. They discuss his road to politics, his faith, and his tumultuous ride as Trump’s VP.— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
Kanye West’s MAGA Theology
Brad talks with Harvard Divinity Student, activist, and former student Thomas Mitchell about Kanye’s new album “Jesus is King.” They discuss why this album is different, how Kanye has evolved, and how he is catering to white evangelicals.— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
God, Guns, and Good Guys
On an episode recorded this summer, Dan and Brad discuss why American evangelicals bow before the idol of handheld killing machines. They talk about the symbolism involved, the American exceptionalism it invokes, and what to do about it.— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
The Religious Right and the Far Right
Brad and Dan discuss the startling ways that the Religious Right has aligned itself with Far Right leaders across the world, including Vladimir Putin. They discuss why evangelicalism has transformed from envisioning Russia as enemy number one to a friendly ally in the fight for “family values.”— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
Heartless Heartbeat Bills: Abortion Revisited
Dan and Brad revisit the issue of abortion in evangelical politics and culture. They examine evangelical support for heartbeat bills, what’s behind the phrase “culture of life,” and what opposition to abortion does for evangelicals. They also discuss how support for heartbeat bills can lead to heartlessness on other issues.— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
Season 2: Intro–Beyond Belief
Dan and Brad are back with the introduction to Season 2 of Straight White American Jesus: Beyond Belief!— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
Dating Jesus
Our discussion of purity culture, gender complementarianism, and our interview with the Revernd Sarah Buteux, Associate Pastor of First Churches in Northampton, which happens to be Jonathan Edwards’ church.— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
If You Believe in Gay People III: Interview with Genderqueer Pastor Ann Reilly
Brad and Dan’s interview with Reilly, Associate Pastor at Presbyterian New England Church in Saratoga Springs NY. Reilly shares how she grew up evangelical, realized she was gay right about the time she received the call to ministry, and her role as a possibility model to young people.— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
If You Believe in Gay People Please Leave Part II: Dr. David Gushee,
Part II of our three-part series on white evangelicalism and LGBTQ+ issues. Dan’s interview with ethicist and former AAR president David Gushee, who left evangelicalism after changing his views of LGBTQ relationships.— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
Episode 7.2: Motherhood, Womanhood, and Angel Babies
THIS INTERVIEW IS EYE OPENING!Brad’s interview with his Skidmore colleague Dr. Myev Rees. Dr. Rees is an expert in evangelical culture, particularly the issues of womanhood, motherhood, and “angel babies.” We discuss martyr mommies, the potential end of Roe, and evangelical approaches to life.— Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteamericanjesu/support
