

Straight White American Jesus
Bradley Onishi + Daniel Miller
An in-depth examination of the culture and politics of Christian Nationalism and Evangelicalism by two ex-evangelical ministers-turned-religion professors. If you have ever wondered what social and historical forces led white evangelicals to usher Donald Trump into the White House this is the show for you. As former insiders and critical scholars of religion, Dan Miller and Bradley Onishi have a unique perspective on the Religious Right. Guests have included Chrissy Stroop, R. Marie Griffith, Janelle Wong, Randall Balmer, Katherine Stewart, and many others.
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Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 5min
Weekly Roundup: Taylor Swift Plays Fool's Ball + Trucker Convoy and Satanists in Idaho
Pop superstar Taylor Swift faces backlash from conservatives for her involvement in the Super Bowl. The hosts discuss the misogynistic and Christian nationalist dimensions of the criticism. They also analyze a trucker convoy inspired by the January 6th insurrection, highlighting its focus on being warriors for God. In Idaho, satanists are using government-funded private schools to counter Christian nationalism. The podcast explores these fascinating and relevant topics.

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Jan 31, 2024 • 33min
It's In the Code Ep. 84: The Original Manuscripts
In this episode, the hosts discuss the challenges of determining the accuracy of biblical manuscripts and the concept of inerrancy. They explore translation difficulties and argue that an inerrant biblical translation is incoherent. They also examine the fantasy of immediate access to God through reading the Bible and its connection to authority and control in high control Christian religion.

Jan 29, 2024 • 34min
Ahead in 2024? Abortion, Violence, and the Global Far-Right + Bonus Content
Annika Brockschmidt, a journalist, talks about court cases on reproductive rights, violent rhetoric employed by Trump and MAGA Nation, and the far-right's organization around the world. The bonus content dissects Josh Hawley's Christian nationalist manifesto.

Jan 27, 2024 • 1h 7min
Weekly Roundup: Ron DeSantis Aborts 8 Months In
Discussing Ron DeSantis' lack of charisma and failure to be a fascist leader, man camps for self-improvement, and a man's desire for Trump to disrupt the system. Bonus episodes, ad-free listening, and access to 500 episodes available for subscribers.

Jan 24, 2024 • 27min
It's In the Code Ep. 83: "The Very Words of Scripture"
When inerrantists say that the Bible is “without error,” one of the things they mean is that the very words of the Bible itself were chosen by God. When they say that the Bible is “God-breathed” or “inspired,” this inspiration goes all the down to the biblical authors’ very choice of words. Why is this important to them? What does this claim mean? Does it remove the human element of the Bible’s production? Can we make this understanding of the Bible make sense? Take a listen to this week’s episode to find out!Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus episodes, ad-free listening, access to the entire 500-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/
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Jan 22, 2024 • 1h 13min
Congress Learns About Mike Johnson's White Christian Nationalism
A seminar held by the Freethought Caucus in the House of Representatives discusses Mike Johnson's white Christian nationalism. Topics covered include the dangers of Christian nationalism, its connection to the Capitol insurrection, and its threat to democracy. The discussion also explores the historical link between white evangelicals and desegregation resistance, concerns about freedom of religion, and the importance of implementing the Johnson Amendment.

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Jan 19, 2024 • 1h 4min
Weekly Roundup: "MLK Was a Bad Guy" + Fallout from Iowa
Topics include: White evangelical support for Trump in Iowa, debunking myths about their voting patterns; backlash against a news outlet calling out Christian nationalism; Charlie Kirk's controversial remarks about Martin Luther King; conflicts at the border involving the National Guard and Border Patrol; launch of a subscription program. Discussions on race, labeling, and hypocrisy; relationship between deconstruction and phenomenology; hope in increased diversity in the NFL playoffs; questioning God's will in Joe Biden's presidency; exploring political authority and the upcoming presidential election.

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Jan 17, 2024 • 27min
It's In the Code Ep. 82: "The Proof of Inerrancy"
The podcast discusses the concept of inerrancy in the Bible and its implications for Christian beliefs and public life. It explores the challenges of proving biblical inerrancy and argues against its logical and theological validity. The episode concludes that the doctrine of inerrancy is ultimately self-defeating.

Jan 15, 2024 • 1h
Evangelical Trumpism: Then and Now Part II. w/ Tim Alberta
Journalist Tim Alberta, author of "Kingdom, Power, and Glory," discusses criticisms of his book, the separation of religion and politics, self-sorting, and the distortion of power within evangelicalism. The conversation delves into the intersection of faith and politics, the shift in standards within churches, and the need for hard conversations about Christianity's essence.

Jan 13, 2024 • 1h 5min
Weekly Roundup: God's Chosen Is Above the Law
In this podcast, the hosts discuss Trump's claims of being immune from the law and chosen by God. They also explore the polarization of Iowa compared to neighboring states, and the urban/rural and generational divides. They delve into the dangers of trans care restrictions in Ohio and highlight the playbook of anti-trans legislators. The chapter on social media examines its influence on politics and the echo chambers it creates. Finally, they touch on demographic trends, proposed legislation, and Christian nationalism.


