

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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8 snips
May 31, 2024 • 1h 1min
French Friday: The Trump Verdict, Flawed Heroes, & Shogun
Political analyst Skye Jethani and legal expert David French discuss the Trump verdict's political implications, the complexities of honoring flawed historical figures, and their favorite tv show, Shogun. They debate whether the guilty verdict will sway Trump's base and how to address the flaws of revered figures, all while exploring cultural values and honor in Shogun.

29 snips
May 29, 2024 • 1h 28min
619: Human Sinfulness and the Evangelical Legacy of Slavery
Katelyn Beaty discusses human sinfulness and the evangelical legacy of slavery. They explore the Pope's comments on human nature, the plateauing of religious nones, and the appeal of Christianity's 'weirdness'. Sean McGever delves into the impact of slavery on evangelical leaders like Edwards, Wesley, and Whitefield, revealing lasting effects on the Church today.

35 snips
May 22, 2024 • 1h 25min
618: Commencement Controversy & Racial Reconciliation with Latasha Morrison
Latasha Morrison, an expert on racial reconciliation, discusses the roots and impacts of systemic racism, and practical ways for churches and individuals to engage in racial reconciliation. The hosts also touch on a controversial commencement speech at Benedictine College and a megachurch in Texas manipulating a traffic study for a stop light.

65 snips
May 15, 2024 • 1h 31min
617: Apple Crushes It & the Future of Christianity with Matthew Niermann
Matthew Niermann discusses the future of Christianity with insights on global trends and the Lausanne Movement. Topics include Apple's controversial ad, the impact of technology on creativity, mental health of religious children, an AI priest, and cicadas' unique features.

May 8, 2024 • 1h 26min
616: Black Church Politics & Messy Authenticity with Nancy French
Nancy French, author of 'Ghosted,' discusses church sexual abuse, political tribalism, trauma, and miraculous experiences with God. Democratic Party losing influence, challenging Florida Bible ban, and reflections on Black Church politics with Esau McCaulley.

62 snips
May 1, 2024 • 1h 35min
615: Taylor Swift's Sacrilege & the Future of the Republican Party with Peter Wehner
Former presidential speechwriter Peter Wehner discusses the future of the Republican Party post-Trump era. The controversy surrounding Taylor Swift's new albums and accusations of mocking Christianity are explored. The podcast also touches on the end of America's monoculture, the intelligence of dinosaurs, and the importance of discernment over simplistic labels within the church community.

4 snips
Apr 26, 2024 • 1h 2min
French Friday: Israel's Error and College Protests
Political commentator David French discusses parallels between Israel and US military in Iraq War, civil disobedience vs lawlessness in student protests, Israel's goals, free speech rights, and administration challenges in handling protests.

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Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 36min
614: The Rise of Raunchy Christians & Avoiding Civil War with Tracy McKenzie
Tracy McKenzie, a Christian culture expert, discusses the rise of profanity among evangelicals and challenges in discipleship in a post-literate society. The podcast also explores parallels between current US division and pre-Civil War tensions, with warnings from history. Topics include embracing biblical literacy, church ministry in a digital age, and the potential for national conflict.

43 snips
Apr 17, 2024 • 1h 28min
613: Driscoll, Dawkins, & Political Discipleship with Curtis Chang
Curriculum developer Curtis Chang discusses aligning New Atheists with Christian Nationalists, Mark Driscoll's removal from a conference, and a Florida man's Bible tower climb. They explore Richard Dawkins as a 'cultural Christian,' launch 'The After Party' to focus on hope and humility in politics, and emphasize the importance of engaging with politics through God's kingdom values.

69 snips
Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 31min
612: The Religious Vacuum, Politics, & the Powers with N.T. Wright
Author N.T. Wright discusses faith, politics, and the Church in the modern world. Topics include the decline of religion in society, the intersection of faith and politics, and the importance of defending liberal democracy. Also, a quirky story about a Florida man sharing the Bible at Walgreens on Easter.


