TJ Poortinga

Novelist and former evangelical insider who authored Electric Orange; writes about Christian nationalism, evangelical culture, and political theology drawing on his personal experience working in evangelical ministries.

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Jan 9, 2026 • 1h 6min

The Christian Nationalist Dystopia We Pretended Was Fiction with TJ Poortinga

Join novelist TJ Poortinga, a former evangelical insider, as he dives into his prophetic satire, Electric Orange. He shares his journey from an evangelical upbringing to agnosticism, shedding light on the insidious nature of Christian nationalism. Discussing themes of masculinity and spiritual manipulation, he reflects on his experiences with controversial figures like Ravi Zacharias. Poortinga also tackles societal issues, exploring how technology fuels propaganda and how satire can effectively critique political culture. A thought-provoking conversation not to be missed!

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