Episodes

Prophets and Patriots
Jan. 2, 2020

Prophets and Patriots

On the last episode of our series on the Religious Left, Dan speaks with Professor Ruth Braunstein about how the political organization of progressive faith groups, "good troublemakers," and the ways moral humility is good for democracy.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/straightwhiteam…
EMERGENCY POD: Christianity Today vs. Trump Evangelicals
Dec. 23, 2019

EMERGENCY POD: Christianity Today vs. Trump Evangelicals

We've lived through Paris Hilton vs. Kim K, TSwift's bad blood with Katy Perry, and Drake's beef with everyone. But now we are here to take you through the hottest beef of 2019: Christianity Today vs. Trump Evangelicals! We talk ramifications, the Letter, the response to the response, and much more…
The Re-Emergence of the Religious Left
Dec. 19, 2019

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 fo…
The (Im)Piety of Mike Pence
Nov. 22, 2019

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 th…
Kanye West's MAGA Theology
Nov. 14, 2019

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/straightwhitea…
God, Guns, and Good Guys
Oct. 24, 2019

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/straightwhiteam…
The Religious Right and the Far Right
Sept. 20, 2019

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."--- …
Heartless Heartbeat Bills: Abortion Revisited
Sept. 12, 2019

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 hear…
Season 2: Intro--Beyond Belief
Aug. 23, 2019

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…
Dating Jesus
Jan. 29, 2019

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/message Support …
If You Believe in Gay People III: Interview with Genderqueer Pastor Ann Reilly
Jan. 23, 2019

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…
If You Believe in Gay People Please Leave Part II: Dr. David Gushee,
Jan. 10, 2019

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/messa…
Episode 7.2: Motherhood, Womanhood, and Angel Babies
Dec. 21, 2018

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. -…