Mortification of Spin Israel: Past, Present, and Future
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Jun 3, 2026 A candid conversation about rising anti-Semitism, its online and historical roots, and why conspiratorial scapegoating spreads. They debate theological readings of Romans 11 and whether Scripture points to a future Jewish turning to Christ. The hosts distinguish support for Jewish people from political backing of modern Israel and call for rejecting anti‑Semitic attitudes while urging evangelistic care.
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Transgression Fuels Online Anti-Semitism
- Online alt-right culture treats anti-Semitism as a transgressive badge that builds followers and monetizable attention.
- Carl Trueman says social media rewards transgression, turning yesterday's taboos into today's reputation currency and driving extremists to escalate.
Rabbi Soloveitchik Answered Why Anti-Semitism Persists
- Carl Trueman recounts interviewing Rabbi Solly Soloveitchik who answered 'because the Jews are still here' when asked why anti-Semitism persists.
- That anecdote frames anti-Jewish conspiracy thinking as driven by visible, continuous Jewish presence rather than factual power.
Reformed Affinity Does Not Prevent Anti-Semitism
- Some present-day anti-Semitic voices have come from figures tied to Reformed Christianity, which is surprising given historical corrective efforts.
- Todd Pruitt notes several online preachers with Reformed credentials now promote vile anti-Jewish content despite earlier conservative moves against anti-Semitism.