

Jesus & John Wayne: Episode 1: Cold Warriors (The '50s & 60's)
31 snips Jun 25, 2021
Calvin University history professor Kristin Kobes Du Mez and Skye Jethani discuss how the Cold War influenced American evangelicalism, Billy Graham's impact, and the lingering effects on white evangelicals today. They explore the connection between Cold War values, political ideologies, and cultural attitudes, highlighting the shift from military ambivalence to viewing it as a mission field. The podcast delves into moral clarity and nostalgia for the Cold War era, and how these mindsets continue to shape modern evangelical perspectives on culture wars and political loyalty.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Unexpected Success of a Book on Evangelicalism History
02:20 • 5min
Evolving Relationship Between Church and Military in the 20th Century
07:04 • 10min
Billy Graham's Crusade and the Cold War Era
16:40 • 9min
Exploring Moral Clarity and Nostalgia in Cold War Christianity
25:14 • 26min
Exploring the Influence of Cold War Mindset on Today's Culture Wars
51:10 • 6min