

The Holy Post
Phil Vischer
Join VeggieTales and What's in the Bible? creator Phil Vischer and co-host Skye Jethani (author, speaker, pastor) for a fast-paced and often funny conversation about pop culture, media, theology, and the fun, fun, fun of living a thoughtful Christian life in an increasingly post-Christian culture.
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Jul 26, 2024 • 1h 2min
SKYEpod - SkyeDive: Certainty & Stupidity
Exploring the complexities of certainty and humility, the podcast discusses the impact on church attendance, alien cults, and bellringers. It examines cognitive dissonance in faith, the dangers of unwavering certainty, and the importance of embracing doubt in a polarized society.

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Jul 24, 2024 • 1h 23min
627: Heritage Americans & Palestinian Christians with Munther Isaac
Rev. Dr. Munther Isaac discusses Palestinian Christians in the Holy Land amidst the Gaza conflict. The podcast also delves into Trump's rhetoric, divine intervention in political events, and the rise of 'heritage Americans' movement linked to isolationist policies.

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Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 29min
626: Political Violence & the Narrow Path with Rich Villodas
Author Rich Villodas discusses political violence and the Sermon on the Mount, emphasizing obedience as a demonstration of salvation. The podcast also covers the aftermath of a shooting at a Trump rally, the impact of dehumanizing rhetoric, and the importance of love for neighbors in following Jesus.

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Jul 10, 2024 • 1h 34min
625: Loving Our Christian Nationalist Neighbors with Caleb Campbell
Caleb Campbell discusses loving Christian Nationalist neighbors with a gentle approach. The phrase 'city on a hill' is explored in its historical context. The rise of 'Hot A.I. Jesus' images on social media is examined. Engaging with Christian nationalism through love and understanding is emphasized.

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Jul 3, 2024 • 1h 20min
624: The Debate Debacle & Our Broken Political Parties with Chris Butler & Justin Giboney
Chris Butler and Justin Giboney join to discuss the chaos of the recent presidential debate fallout. Topics include potential Biden withdrawal, Supreme Court immunity ruling, and the incapability of party-nominated candidates. They explore the broken state of American politics and offer hope for Christians amidst the turmoil.

Jun 28, 2024 • 1h 8min
French Friday: Feckless Politicians & Fearful Churches
Political commentator David French discusses the reluctance of congressional leaders to pass laws, the increasing power of the presidency, and why courts find it harmful to democracy. He also shares his experience of being canceled by his former denomination, highlighting how fear and non-essential beliefs are driving many churches. The podcast explores the challenges of bipartisanship in Congress, cancel culture in churches, and the rise of fundamentalism and cognitive dissonance in society.

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Jun 26, 2024 • 1h 32min
623: Posting the 10 Commandments & America's Secular Future with John Dickson
Australian historian John Dickson discusses the Ten Commandments law in Louisiana, secularism in Australia vs. the US, and lessons for the American church. They also dive into megachurch scandals and whales' unique defense mechanism.

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Jun 19, 2024 • 1h 32min
622: How Ideological Purity is Killing Churches with Ryan Burge
Sociologist, political scientist, and pastor Ryan Burge discusses how churches prioritizing ideological purity over outreach harm their growth. Topics include the Southern Baptists' stance on women pastors, evangelical leaders seeking approval from liberal elites, death cafes in LA, and the Swiss creating brain cell-based tiny computers.

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Jun 12, 2024 • 1h 26min
621: The Rise of Christian Extremism with Elizabeth Neumann
Former Department of Homeland Security employee and counterterrorism expert, Elizabeth Neumann, discusses the rise of domestic Christian extremists and the infiltration of conspiracy theories in American evangelicalism. They debate the threat to faith posed by the Nicene Creed and female pastors within the Southern Baptists. Data suggests a decline in teenage drinking and smoking, questioning if churches or smartphones are influencing the trend.

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Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 30min
620: Applying the 7 Deadly Sins in a Secular Age with Elizabeth Oldfield
Author Elizabeth Oldfield discusses applying the 7 Deadly Sins in a Secular Age to bridge secular people to Christianity. The podcast also covers topics such as the Trump trial verdict, a unique fossil museum, and a fun game for Christians called 'Is It Persecution?'


