
Anthea Butler
Geraldine R. Segal Professor in American Social Thought in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. Expert in American religious and political history.
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May 14, 2025 • 44min
The challenges facing the first-ever American pope
Join Anthea Butler, an expert in American religious and political history, and Agbo Hayanmege Orobator, a scholar of Catholic theology, as they discuss the challenges facing the first American pope, Leo XIV. They delve into the complexities of Catholicism's diverse responses to contemporary issues like LGBTQ rights and social justice. Explore the cultural embrace of Pope Leo XIV's mission, his commitment to marginalized communities, and the cautious optimism surrounding his papacy amidst significant historical challenges.

Mar 24, 2025 • 14min
Bonus Content: Anthea Butler On Trump’s Lack of Empathy
In this discussion, Anthea Butler, an accomplished Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, sheds light on Trump's COVID diagnosis and its implications. She argues that his lack of empathy is rooted in prosperity gospel, capitalism, racism, and hypermasculinity. The conversation dives into the absurdity of prioritizing the economy over lives, the controversial prayer rally at the Lincoln Memorial, and how whiteness often shields individuals from the consequences of their actions. Butler's insights spark a compelling debate on faith, politics, and social responsibility.

Oct 9, 2023 • 40min
Episode 4: How to Fight Christian Nationalism?
Guests: Anthea Butler, Jemar Tisby, Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove, Chris and Mendi Tackett, and Robert P. Jones. They discuss strategies for fighting Christian nationalism, including pushing back locally, within interpersonal relationships, and at church.