Straight White American Jesus

Exploring the normalization of fascism, the podcast delves into how ordinary people contribute to evil regimes. It discusses characteristics of fascism, the normalization of extremist views in media, and the role of public figures. It also examines disturbing conversations about revenge and violence, the desire to weaken democracy, and the comfort of routine in accepting authoritarian actions.

Speakers discuss complex situations and binary thinking, the impact of Christian nationalism on the GOP, changing attitudes towards Israel, the need for thoughtful reflection, and the complexity of the Israel-Gaza conflict.

During the height of the Covid pandemic, a certain kind of Christian community opposed to Covid mitigation practices like mask-wearing, social distancing, and (eventually) receiving vaccines advanced a position of “faith over fear.” This language has reappeared with the release of the newest Covid booster by a segment of those who are opposed to taking it. But what exactly do they mean by this? What do they mean by “faith” and “fear”? What social judgements and identities are lodged in this rhetoric? What’s going on beneath the surface of this rhetoric? Dan lifts the hood to take a look at these questions in this week’s episode.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/Subscribe now to American Idols: https://www.axismundi.us/american-idols/ To Donate: venmo - @straightwhitejc Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BradleyOnishi Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJCSWAJ Book Recommendations - September 2023: https://bookshop.org/lists/swaj-recommends-september-2023/editOrder Brad's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Preparing-War-Extremist-Christian-Nationalism/dp/1506482163 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On God's Campus, produced by REAP and Axis Mundi Media, is a podcast that uncovers a hidden educational ecosystem in which taxpayer-funded religious schools and colleges fuel racism, queerphobia, misogyny and Christian supremacy—until the ecosystem’s own youth fight back. It debuts October 17, 2023.In anticipation, Brad speaks with Paul Southwick and Erin Green from the Religious Exemption Accountability Project. They explain REAP's mission: to help queer students on religious campuses and to get tax dollars out of institutions that discriminate against LGBT people. Through civil rights litigation, storytelling, oral history, research and public policy, REAP works toward a world where LGBTQ students on all campuses are treated equally, with safety and respect.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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest Chrissy Stroop discusses the Evangelical obsession with Israel and examines supersessionism and Christian Zionism. They explore evangelical beliefs on Israel, the end times, and the violent imagery and theology in the book of Revelation. The episode provides insight into why conservative Christians unquestionably support Israel even in times of conflict.

Analyzing political nihilism and the chaos in congress, historical timeline of government shutdowns, the impact of personal desires and fantasies on beliefs, the rise and influence of the Tea Party, arguments before the Supreme Court on the funding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, discussing future show formats and Christian nationalism.

Exploring the concept and implications of being described as 'God-fearing' in Christianity, contrasting fear with love in American Christianity, critiquing the idea of a vindictive God, and questioning the justification of fearing God.

The podcast explores the normalization of fascist politics in the US, discussing Biden's trip to Arizona and Trump's rhetoric about killing General Milley. It draws on the work of Dr. Gavriel Rosenfeld, a scholar of fascism, to analyze the theoretical and historical threads. The dangers of normalizing political violence and abnormal behavior are also examined, emphasizing the need for resistance against Christian nationalism. The listeners are encouraged to support Access Moondi Media, a platform for safeguarding democracy.

Polling reveals how GOP voters see Trump as a person of faith. New conspiracies are now part of conservative religious identity. Anti-vaxxing gains funding in government programs, impacting GOP primary. Brief mention of AL and FL redistricting fights.

This podcast explores the meaning and impact of the phrase 'speaking the truth in love' within the context of Christianity. It discusses the complexities of religion in addressing universal issues and the threat of Christian nationalism. The speakers also expose the manipulative power of this phrase and invite listeners to share their experiences.