Straight White American Jesus

Author Mark Green discusses the choice between democracy and authoritarianism in the upcoming election. They explore the risks of authoritarianism, threats to democracy, and the importance of taking action to safeguard American democracy.

Brad Onishi and Dan Miller discuss Louisiana's Ten Commandments law, a megachurch pastor's scandal, and Trump allies' revenge plans. They explore Christian nationalism, systemic issues in evangelical circles, and the implications of a potential second Trump term on American politics.

Exploring the justification of beliefs through Bible verses, delving into Christian nationalism and authoritarian tendencies in the US, analyzing the manipulation of scripture to legitimize beliefs, and the use of divine affirmation to comfort evangelical rhetoric.

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk joins to discuss the NAR's influence in presidential elections, targeting swing states in 2024. They explore the NAR's collaboration with Turning Point USA, strategies in Latino and African American communities. The episode emphasizes the urgency for broader awareness of the NAR's political impact.

Dr. Scott Coley, author of 'Ministers of Propaganda,' discusses ideology, propaganda, and hierarchies within evangelical communities. They explore 'Christo authoritarianism,' white supremacy, gender hierarchies, and resistance in religious spaces.

Exploring controversial statements by Supreme Court Justices Alito and Roberts, Southern Baptist Convention's stance against IVF, and Georgia as a battleground for voter suppression tactics in the 2024 elections.

The podcast explores the origins and meanings of the phrase 'spirit of the age' in conservative Christian contexts, delving into its evolution from religious to secular interpretation. It analyzes the beliefs of Christian nationalists in the US, emphasizing their authoritarian tendencies and anti-democratic views. The discussion also covers the concept of spiritual warfare and its relevance in cultural and political discourse.

Eric Klineberg discusses the lasting social and political effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the US, framing it as 'social long COVID.' Topics include intensified distrust in government, deepened societal divisions impacting the 2024 elections, symbolic role of face masks, local mutual aid networks, structural isolation crisis, and unresolved issues shaping American civic life and political attitudes.

Discussing harsh rhetoric from the American right post-Trump's conviction, ethical issues with SCOTUS Justices Thomas and Alito, Texas pushing Christian-centric education, and a Mexican American family leaving Idaho. Emphasizing dangers of conservative landscape for politics and education.

Journalist and scholar Philip Deslippe discusses the origins of yoga in the United States, revealing how it was shaped by Asian immigrants adapting to nativist and racist climates. The podcast explores the intersection of different identities for South Asian individuals and the evolution of yoga practices from spiritual to physical health focus. It also delves into the impact of Asian American history on shaping US culture and the influence of Pacific Islander religions. Additionally, Dr. Bradley Onishi promotes a pop-up class on Christian nationalism and authoritarianism.