The Holy Post

616: Black Church Politics & Messy Authenticity with Nancy French

May 8, 2024
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.
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Esau's Childhood Abscess

  • Esau McCaulley shares a childhood experience of a near-fatal stomach abscess.
  • He initially faked the pain to avoid church and watch football, but the pain worsened, leading to emergency surgery.
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Defensive Driving, Florida Style

  • A Florida man ran over an alligator with his truck to rescue his friend.
  • The alligator had been dragging the friend across the street.
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Satirical Bible Ban

  • A Florida man petitioned to ban the Bible from schools, citing its violent and sexual content.
  • This was a satirical response to recent book bans in Florida.
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