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Dr. Helen Jin Kim
Historian and author of Race for Revival, specializing in the trans-Pacific history of Christianity, U.S. empire, and Korean Protestantism; discusses how Cold War geopolitics shaped evangelical networks.
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Sep 29, 2025
• 39min
White Evangelicalism + American Empire
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Dr. Helen Jin Kim, a historian and author specializing in the intersections of race, religion, and U.S. empire, dives into the complex history of White Evangelicalism's ties to Cold War geopolitics. The discussion reveals how American missionary efforts shaped Christianity's growth in South Korea while advancing neocolonial interests. Dr. Kim highlights the often-overlooked agency of Korean Christians, racial dynamics within evangelical history, and the enduring impacts of anti-communist narratives. A thought-provoking exploration bridging faith, politics, and identity.
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