Data Over Dogma Episode 91: Star Spangled Christian Nationalism With April Ajoy
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Dec 30, 2024 April Ajoy, author of "Star-Spangled Jesus" and a prominent content creator, shares her transformative journey from Christian nationalism to advocating against its damaging ideologies. She discusses the complexities of her upbringing in an evangelical family and the intertwining of faith with politics. With wit, she reflects on the absurdity of past beliefs and the emotional turmoil that followed her moral awakening. April also explores the impact of social media and personal safety as she engages with her audience on these critical themes.
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Immersed in Christianity
- April Ajoy grew up in a heavily Christian environment, traveling the world to evangelize with her family.
- Their motorhome even displayed the phrase "America, Say Jesus," highlighting the intertwined nature of faith and country.
Kindness vs. Beliefs
- April Ajoy's worldview shifted when she interviewed a kind gay couple for an internship, despite being taught homosexuality was a sin.
- This experience sparked internal conflict, challenging her preconceived notions.
Witnessing Competition
- As children, April and her siblings competed to "witness" to restaurant servers, even keeping tallies of "saved souls."
- One time, her brother led a waitress in a prayer where the waitress admitted to being "a very bad person."