The Holy Post

Phil Vischer
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29 snips
Apr 3, 2024 • 1h 26min

611: Trump's Bible, Biden's Easter, and Climate Change for Christians with Katharine Hayhoe

Atmospheric scientist, Katharine Hayhoe, discusses how her evangelical faith aligns with climate science, emphasizing the call to love and care for neighbors. The podcast also covers Trump's controversial Bible sale, Biden's stance on transgender visibility, and attacks on Catholic Charities for helping immigrants. Plus, a humorous take on Twitch behavior and a sneak peek into upcoming projects.
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Mar 29, 2024 • 1h 10min

French Friday: TikTok Ban & Who Should Hold the Reins of Social Media

Legal analyst David French discusses the bipartisan support for banning TikTok, Trump's stance on China, and the challenges of regulating social media content. The debate covers free speech, government intervention, and the power of tech giants in public discourse.
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6 snips
Mar 27, 2024 • 1h 36min

610: Learning to Disagree Respectfully with John Inazu

Professor of Law and Religion, John Inazu discusses respectful disagreement in challenging times, highlighting ways to bridge divides. Topics include abortion ethics, hidden Hobbit island, Jesus' diet, and historical controversies. Emphasis on finding common ground and fostering empathy in discussions.
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29 snips
Mar 20, 2024 • 1h 35min

609: Rebounding Pastors, Shifting Evangelicals, & Rethinking Christian Media with Jon Houghton

Pastors are recovering, ex-vangelicals spark conversation, and Latinos shift to Pentecostals. Jon Houghton discusses leading Christian media evolution and new projects. Animal news includes a giant super-sheep and an amusing duck.
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57 snips
Mar 13, 2024 • 1h 33min

608: Defining the Gospel & Who's a "Real" Christian with Matthew Bates

Discussion on defining true Christianity, dissecting Martin Luther King Jr.'s faith, and the importance of recognizing Jesus' kingship in the gospel. A musician accuses Taylor Swift of satanism. Theologian Matthew Bates explains the importance of Jesus' kingship in the gospel narrative.
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14 snips
Mar 6, 2024 • 1h 38min

607: The Gift of Disillusionment with Mike Cosper

The podcast discusses embracing disillusionment as a gift in faith, differentiating Christian nationalism from conservatism, and Italy using DNA testing for dog poop offenders. They also touch on Trump's remarks to National Religious Broadcasters and introduce new team members. Banter includes references to Marxism and a fictional Marxist bone.
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16 snips
Feb 28, 2024 • 1h 28min

606: Alabama Embryos & Catechizing Kids with Todd Hains & Natasha Kennedy

Discussing the Alabama Supreme Court's ruling on frozen embryos as children, stirring debates on in-vitro fertilization. Exploring Christian Nationalism decline and the challenges of teaching core Christian doctrines to kids. Introducing a new children's book series to catechize children and parents, touching on the importance of artwork and honest answers in religious education.
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13 snips
Feb 23, 2024 • 1h 7min

French Friday: Biden's Age & MAGA's Violence

Discussion on Biden's age and potential replacement, concerns about MAGA violence and threats, lack of public stand against intimidation, challenges for local churches to address fear and silence in leadership
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11 snips
Feb 21, 2024 • 1h 30min

605: Market-Driven Christianity & Abortion Beyond Politics with Angela Weszely

Exploring the marketing influence on American evangelicalism, the biblical manhood industry critique, and shifting perspectives on abortion beyond politics. Angie Weszely discusses creating a culture of life post-Roe, while the podcast delves into Tucker Carlson's affinity for Russia and Trump's flashy sneakers. The evolution of Christian music, rebellion in the industry, and the challenge of balancing faith with consumer demands are also highlighted.
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36 snips
Feb 14, 2024 • 1h 29min

604: Faulty Foot Washing & Pagan Christianity with Nijay Gupta

New Testament professor Nijay Gupta discusses his book 'Strange Religion' and explains the pagan values and practices returning from Roman religion. The hosts react to a controversial Super Bowl ad depicting foot washing, and discuss the misunderstandings of Jesus washing his disciples' feet. Other topics include a trip to Las Vegas, swearing parrots, a pigeon spy, Roman religion, and the contrast between Roman rituals and Christian worship.

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