

From the Archive: Reza Aslan
Oct 11, 2024
Reza Aslan, author and professor, dives deep into the aftermath of the Trump administration. He scrutinizes the alarming appeal of Trumpism, particularly among white evangelicals, examining its cult-like dynamics and the media's role in shaping political discourse. The conversation reveals how identity politics and systemic racism have created deep societal rifts. Aslan also discusses the emergence of a liberal evangelical movement that seeks to counter Christian nationalism, offering a glimpse of hope in a fragmented landscape.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Reflections on White Evangelicalism and Identity Politics
02:41 • 4min
Post-Election Reflections on American Values
06:21 • 13min
Cult Dynamics and Political Identity
19:31 • 9min
Trumpism and White Evangelicalism: A Complex Alliance
28:19 • 22min
Media Manipulation and Political Rhetoric
50:13 • 9min
Emerging Liberal Evangelicalism and Its Challenge to Christian Nationalism
58:50 • 6min
Reflections on Media, Politics, and Future Endeavors
01:04:46 • 3min