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Episode 242: Spot the Propaganda and Logical Fallacies feat. Scott Coley

Jul 18, 2024

Guest Scott Coley, author of Ministers of Propaganda, discusses how evangelical leaders use propaganda and logical fallacies to maintain power. Topics include challenging conservative white evangelical interpretations of scripture, justifying societal structures through the Bible, and exploring political orientations and doctrinal disagreements within evangelical communities.

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Scott Coley

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Analyze personal biases affecting interpretations of scripture for more equitable teachings.

Challenge flawed arguments to prioritize justice in theological decisions.

Critically engage with biblical teachings to promote equality and justice, transcending historical biases.

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Deconstruction Series Analysis

The podcast episode delves into a deconstruction series focusing on narratives from individuals who have deconstructed aspects of the evangelical church, particularly concerning gender roles and marriage. Prof. Scott Coley discusses how certain evangelical practices can keep people trapped through what he terms as propaganda. The episode underscores the importance of critically examining church teachings for liberation.

Intro

4min

Analysis of Conservative White Evangelical Interpretations of Scripture

8min

Interpretation and Justification Through the Bible

26min

Challenges and Pressures in Evangelical Seminaries

11min

Exploring Political Orientations, Doctrinal Disagreements, and Evangelical Attitudes

4min

Challenges in Creation Science Marketing and Voting based on Justice

5min

Prioritizing Self-Improvement and Justice Within the Church

2min

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Ever heard people say, "The Bible is crystal clear" or "if you don't believe that, you don't believe the Bible?" Quite often people equate their interpretation of the Bible with the Bible itself--with bad results. Today Scott Coley joins us to talk about his new book Ministers of Propaganda, and to look at how many evangelical leaders have used logical fallacies to keep themselves at the top of the power hierarchy. Plus let's look at how to get back to the way of Jesus!

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Episode 242: Spot the Propaganda and Logical Fallacies feat. Scott Coley

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Deconstruction Series Analysis

Challenging Biases in Interpretation

Questioning Egalitarianism and Slavery Legitimacy

Critique of Anti-Intellectualism in Evangelicalism

Call for Justice-Centered Approach

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