The Bad Roman Jesus & Bombs? Questioning War Through Song with Jordan Smart
Musician Jordan Smart shares his journey from a religious household in Ohio to becoming a touring artist. He discusses his disillusionment with the church, his connection to music, and how punk rock influenced his worldview. The conversation centers on his song "Who Would Jesus Bomb?", inspired by frustrations with religious propaganda. Jordan reflects on how twisted religious messages inspired the song and talks about his project, Songs Not Bombs, raising funds for Palestinian children. This episode dives into war, politics, faith, and humanity, making it a must-listen for those interested in these critical issues.
Connect with Jordan Smart:
- Jordan Smart Music on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jordansmartmusic]
- Songs Not Bombs on Bandcamp - All Proceeds Go to Palestine [https://songsnotbombs.bandcamp.com]
- Songs Not Bombs on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/songs.not.bombs/]
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Starting Points and Key Moments:
00:45 Jordan's Background
02:00 Music as a Form of Protest
07:27 The Power of Music
09:40 Christianity and War
11:59 Generational Perspectives
16:45 Personal and Political Pushback to Jordan’s Song “Who Would Jesus Bomb?”
20:51 Echo Chambers and Authenticity
24:26 The Role of the Military
30:43 Compassion and Humanity
34:59 Challenging Beliefs
39:40 Personal Journeys
43:17 The Influence of Social Media
47:27 Interconnected Issues
52:19 Political Theater
57:52 Blonde Hair and Blue Eyes: Jesus and Race
1:03:21 Final Thoughts
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