Andrew Whitehead
Professor of sociology at Indiana University and the author of American Idolatry, How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church. His research focuses on the influence of Christian nationalism in American society.
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Aug 5, 2025 • 41min
Ruby Ridge Standoff | God, Guns, and Government: The Movement Shaping Modern Politics | 5
Sociologist Andrew Whitehead, author of 'American Idolatry,' discusses the disturbing rise of Christian nationalism and its historical roots in the Ruby Ridge standoff. He connects the Weavers' apocalyptic beliefs to today's extremism, revealing how these ideologies threaten democracy. Their alignment with militia groups raises concerns about power consolidation and anti-democratic trends. Whitehead also explores organized resistance against Christian nationalism, advocating for a more inclusive American identity.
Jun 16, 2025 • 45min
New Data About How Issues of Family, Gender, Sexuality Drive MAGA Extremism
In this discussion, Dr. Andrew Whitehead, a sociology professor at Indiana University and co-author of Taking America Back for God, dives deep into the connections between Christian nationalism and MAGA extremism. He shares revealing public opinion data that highlight how beliefs about gender, family, and sexuality influence political identities, especially among white working-class Americans. The conversation also uncovers the myths surrounding the nuclear family and explains how nostalgia and fear play pivotal roles in shaping contemporary political ideologies.
