Julie Ingersoll
Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies at the University of North Florida with long-term research on evangelical movements, Christian Reconstructionism, and education; offered fieldwork-based perspectives in the episode.
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Nov 25, 2024 • 1h 37min
The Reconstruction of Nationalism
Dr. Michael McVicar, an expert in Christian Reconstruction, discusses how today’s Christian nationalism is a radical departure from historical precedents. Dr. Julie Ingersoll highlights the movement's emphasis on homeschooling and education as vital tools for spreading its ideology. Dr. Jerome Kopulsky offers insight into how Reconstructionists view public schools as encroachments on parental authority. Together, they explore the long-term strategies of these movements and their implications for modern policy and society.
Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 36min
The Civil War, Moral Majority, and Modern Day Christian Nationalism
Join Dr. Michael McVicar, a specialist in Christian Reconstruction, Dr. Julie Ingersoll, who delves into evangelical movements, and Dr. Jerome Kopolsky, a scholar of religion and politics, as they unpack the evolution of Christian nationalism. They discuss the striking differences between Reconstructionism and modern Christian nationalism, the role of education in spreading these ideologies, and how patriarchal structures persist. Insights on the long-term goals of these movements and the interplay of various ideological forces make for a compelling dialogue.
Mar 27, 2024 • 50min
Still Searching for Christian America, Part Two
Professor Julie Ingersoll and guests discuss the National Prayer Breakfast movement, right-wing Christian nationalists, Reconstructionists, and non-denominational charismatic Christian nationalists. They explore the historical inaccuracies of Christian America, the influence of the National Prayer Breakfast Movement, and the rise of Christian Reconstructionism. The podcast delves into the parallels between Jerry Falwell and Donald Trump's rhetoric, the evolution of Dominion theology, and the intertwining of Christian nationalist ideologies with politics since the Eisenhower era.
