

Faith Adjacent
The Popcast Media Group
Conversations involving faith are often fraught with scholarly nerd alerts about ancient linguistics and inaccessible theological discussions centered around hermeneutics. But what if there was a way to use your pop culture literacy to enhance your biblical literacy? Welcome to Faith Adjacent, the podcast where we try to understand the modern dynamics of faith through a combined commitment to uncomfortable honesty, authentic weirdness, and critical thinking. Faith Adjacent is hosted by Knox McCoy and Jamie Golden of The Popcast along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon.
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Aug 17, 2023 • 55min
August Office Hours
We invite you to step into our office (in a not-weird way) as we discuss your questions about being a person of faith in the world. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon, along with Knox and Jamie, as we discuss diverging beliefs within relationships, explain Alabama, and answer many more listener questions! Where do you put faith in your relationship values seating chart, and can we enjoy a 12-count nugget without overthinking it? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Entertainment that Shaped Jamie’s Faith: Girl Meets God by Lauren Winner | E.T.
Past Main Feed Office Hours Episodes: June Office Hours |
Office Hours on Patreon: All-Skate Office Hours | Prayer Office Hours with Erin | Office Hours with Jamie
What was that giant word Knox said? Learn more about Antilegomena
Tell me more about John Mulaney’s Intervention: Watch Baby J on Netflix
Calvinism Deep-Dives on Patreon: Calvinism vs. Arminianism | Please Advise: What is up with Calvinism?
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE FAITH ADJACENT SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 10, 2023 • 50min
The NOs of Prayer
With every eye closed and every head bowed, we’re talking about The NOs of Prayer! Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they discuss all things prayer, such as speaking in tongues, carwash prayers, and “words from the Lord.” Should we lay hands on people, and is there ever an appropriate time to talk about loins? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Want even more Prayer content? Check out the Faith Adjacent Toolkit: Prayer
Source Material: Check out the original Instagram post
Should We Play Music Behind People Praying? Not Necessarily
Can you tell me more about speaking in tongues? Take a look at this guide
Old-School AI: Prayers for Any Occasion
Everyone’s Favorite Big Sister: Check out Morgan Harper Nichols
What was that about the demons? Learn more about a succubus here
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE FAITH ADJACENT SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentGet Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 3, 2023 • 47min
Biblical Rebrands
Like Jacob becoming Israel, we are rebranding. The podcast formerly known as The Bible Binge will now be known as Faith Adjacent! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we celebrate our new name by having a conversation all about rebrands in the Bible. You’ll hear about Jesus as a brand manager, Naomi’s unsuccessful rebrand, and so much more! From torture devices as jewelry to fake accents in hot tubs, this episode has it all! MENTIONS
Tell me more about the Gap logo: See the failed rebrand here
Erin’s Rebrand: Check out the Boxcar Children
Scripture Referenced: Mara’s Rebrand | Jesus as Shepherd Brand Manager | Noah’s Ark
Relevant Past Episodes: Solomon, Pt 1 | Solomon, Pt 2 | Ruth and Boaz | The Serpent
Death Jewelry: Electric Chair Necklace | Guillotine Earrings
Tell me more about English Bible Translations: Listen to this BSQTNA on Patreon
Teach Me to Pray: Learn More Here | Get the Promo Code + Bonus Session
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE FAITH ADJACENT SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 27, 2023 • 50min
I Kid You Not: Church and Family
What’s the deal with kids and church? Join Erin and Meredith in this latest I Kid You Not episode as they explore how to do (or not do) church with kids. They’ll explore things like whether church is even important for kids, how to decipher theological jargon, what to do when parents don’t see eye to eye, and so much more! Come for the thoughtful conversation about looking out for your kids, and stay for the unhinged comparison of denominations to underwear. MENTIONS
Everything you need to know about Meredith Anne Miller: Instagram | Website | Ask Away Podcast | Preorder Meredith’s Book
Past IKYN Episodes: Primer | Creation | Adam + Eve | Good Friday | Resurrection | Family Faith Pivots
Need help finding a new faith community? Check out this resource on Patreon.
What’s PreachersNSneakers? Let me tell you.
Can you tell me more about Faith Adjacent Toolkit: Prayer? Head over to Patreon!
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE BIBLE BINGE SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! GENTLE REBUKEOur resident Bible scholar Erin Moon offers a gentle rebuke at the end of most episodes. Erin is a Bible study editor and Senior Creative/Producer of The Popcast Media Group from Birmingham. Find her on Instagram.THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Bible Binge BulletinGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 20, 2023 • 1h 5min
Snake Draft: Miracles
The Bible is full of miracles, but which ones are the best? Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they do a snake draft of miracles throughout the Bible. You’ll, of course, hear about things like water turning into wine, but they’ll also cover birds bringing people snacks and Jesus inventing bottomless breadsticks. Is it ok to give God notes, and are we the Savannah Bananas of podcasting? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Tell me more about the Savannah Bananas: Follow on Instagram
Biblical References: Balaam and the Donkey | Crossing the Red Sea | Jesus’ Resurrection | Elijah Taken up to Heaven | Creation | Elijah Running Really Fast | Pool of Bethesda | Petty Jesus | Paul and Silas Earthquake | Elijah Fed by Ravens | The Writing on the Wall
Past Episodes inspired by this episode: Writing on the Wall | Lydia and the Jailer | Balaam and the Donkey | IKYN: Creation | Elijah | Moses Crosses the Red Sea
Does wine hydrate you? Find out here
What was that about the fig tree? Listen to this Office Hours episode on Patreon
Donkey Corner: Where is a donkey’s heart?
Extra Reading: Miracles by C.S. Lewis
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE BIBLE BINGE SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! GENTLE REBUKEOur resident Bible scholar Erin Moon offers a gentle rebuke at the end of most episodes. Erin is a Bible study editor and Senior Creative/Producer of The Popcast Media Group from Birmingham. Find her on Instagram.THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Bible Binge BulletinGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 13, 2023 • 1h 6min
Sacred Cinema: Shiny Happy People
In this latest Sacred Cinema episode, we’re discussing Shiny Happy People: Duggar Family Secrets. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as we unpack this four-part docuseries about the Duggar Family and the Insitute in Basic Life Principles. You’ll hear conversations about the winners and losers of the series, lots of ideas for follow-up documentaries, and a surprising amount of Cabbage Patch Kid talk. All this and more awaits you in our shiniest episode yet! MENTIONS
Where to watch: Shiny Happy People on Amazon Prime
Tell me more about Jamie’s shaved ice attachment: Find it here
Deep Dive (at your own risk): Learn about The Duggar Family
Awesome Memoir: Educated by Tara Westover
We love receipts: Check out Without a Crystal Ball
What was that about the Cabbage Patch Dolls? Watch a Cabbage Patch Doll Birth here | Visit BabyLand General Hospital
Want more of our friend Kristin Kobes Du Mez? Watch our Faith Adjacent Book Club about Jesus and John Wayne
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE BIBLE BINGE SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! GENTLE REBUKEOur resident Bible scholar Erin Moon offers a gentle rebuke at the end of most episodes. Erin is a Bible study editor and Senior Creative/Producer of The Popcast Media Group from Birmingham. Find her on Instagram.THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Bible Binge BulletinGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 6, 2023 • 43min
The NOs of Youth Camp
Dear Future Husband (that will make sense in the episode), we’re talking about the NOs of Youth Camp! Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they discuss listeners comments all about Youth Camps. You’ll hear a gumbo of stories from the internet including persecution cosplay, One Direction concerts, and much more. You’ll have such a good time that you won’t need a secret code word to escape.MENTIONS
The best version of a Youth Camp: Join us at The Popcast Live!
Cajun Spice: Watch this clip of Ed Orgeron
Arachnid Corner: Learn more about Wolf Spider
Camp Deep Dive: Read the 20 Struggles of Camp
Camp Trauma: Read P.S. I Hate it Here
Want to scratch that Summer Camp Itch? Watch these camp classics: The Parent Trap (1998) | The Parent Trap (1961)
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE BIBLE BINGE SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! GENTLE REBUKEOur resident Bible scholar Erin Moon offers a gentle rebuke at the end of most episodes. Erin is a Bible study editor and Senior Creative/Producer of The Popcast Media Group from Birmingham. Find her on Instagram.THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Bible Binge BulletinGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Jun 29, 2023 • 1h 12min
IKYN: Family Faith Pivots
Buckle up for some tough convos because we’re talking about Faith Family Pivots in this latest I Kid You Not Episode. Join Erin and Meredith as they discuss what it looks like to handle family relationships when you’ve changed your beliefs. They’ll explore topics like passive-aggressive discipleship attempts, the myth of perpetual parental authority, and how to be a relationship doula. Come for the practical support, and stay for the guest appearance of Erin’s parents. MENTIONS
Everything you need to know about Meredith Anne Miller: Instagram | Website | Ask Away Podcast
Past IKYN Episodes: Primer | Creation | Adam + Eve | Good Friday | Resurrection
Can’t get enough? Sign up for the I Kid You Not Newsletter
Ending Dynmatics: Read Necessary Endings by Henry Cloud
Thanks for your wisdom, Brené: Listen to this episode from Brené Brown
Books for Kids: The Church Librarian
Social Scientist: Check out Samuel Perry on Twitter
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE BIBLE BINGE SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! GENTLE REBUKEOur resident Bible scholar Erin Moon offers a gentle rebuke at the end of most episodes. Erin is a Bible study editor and Senior Creative/Producer of The Popcast Media Group from Birmingham. Find her on Instagram.THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Bible Binge BulletinGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Jun 22, 2023 • 1h 7min
June Office Hours
In this episode, we invite you to step into our office (in a not-weird way) as we discuss your questions about being a person of faith in the world. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon, along with Knox and Jamie, as we explore everything from inerrancy to which Bible characters would make the best and worst roommates. Need tips on how to spot a TheoBro? Curious how to actually enjoy the Bible? Listen to find out! MENTIONS
Are you a TheoBro? Find out here
We’ll forgive the oversight: Favored or Forsaken: Megachurches
It’s like a cool graphic novel of the Bible: BibleProject Coffee Table Book
Spice up your Bible reading: The Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible | First Nations Version | The Good and Beautiful Bible Study
Listen to the Bible: The Bible in a Year with Father Mike Schmitz | The Bible Recap Podcast | Streetlights
Need a short Bible Study? Check this YouVersion plan from Alabaster
I can study the Bible through video? Check out Bible Project
The Chicago Statment on Innerancy: Read it here
Dr. Angela Parker: Twitter | Interview with The Bible for Normal People
Helpful resources about Inerancy: SWDGISS: How We Read the Bible | How the Bible Actually Works by Peter Enns | Inspired by Rachel Held Evans | The Making of Biblical Womanhood by Beth Allison Barr
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE BIBLE BINGE SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! GENTLE REBUKEOur resident Bible scholar Erin Moon offers a gentle rebuke at the end of most episodes. Erin is a Bible study editor and Senior Creative/Producer of The Popcast Media Group from Birmingham. Find her on Instagram.THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Bible Binge BulletinGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Jun 15, 2023 • 1h 9min
LGBTQIA+ in the Church
In this latest episode, we learn how to be suspicious of our certainty as we discuss LGBTQIA+ in the Church. Join Knox, Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we explore our own journeys with Church and the LGBTQIA+ community. We’ll define terms, explore the clobber verses, and casually look at the past 2,000 years of sexuality in the Church. What does it look like to hold something openhandedly, and is there a limit to how much one should talk about hanging meat? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Hear more about Erin’s experience: Subscribe to The Swipe Up
Learning Pathway: Blue Babies Pink
Language Deep-Dive: Check out this glossary
Clobber Verses: Genesis 19:1-10 | Leviticus 18:22 and 20:13 | Romans 1:26-27 | 1 Corinthians 6:9 | 1 Timothy 1:9-10
Helpful Past Episodes: Lot’s Wife | Philip and the Eunuch
History Corner: Human Rights Campaign | UCC History | UMC in the News | Largest Denominations | Queer History from Time | LGBTQ in Early Christianity | LGBT History, Literature and Queer Theology | The Origins of LGBTQ-Affirming Churches | None of America's 100 largest churches are LGBTQ-affirming | Timeline of LGBTQIA+ History in the PC(USA) | Seeking Reconciliation | The Reformation Project | UMC: What is the Church's position on homosexuality | Catholic Church History | The Gay History of British Royals | Banning Spiritual Brotherhoods and Establishing Marital Chastity in Sixteenth-and Seventeenth-Century Muscovy and Ruthenia | Pew Research | LDS and Same-Sex Attraction | Holy Marriage on Early Christian Sarcophagi | Sarcophagus of “Two Brothers” | Did the Catholics canonize a gay man? | Same-Sex Marriages in Renaissance Rome | Same-sex Weddings in Imperial Rome | The Difference Between a Welcoming Church and an Affirming One Is Huge | Jen Hatmaker’s Facebook Post
What Side Do You Want With That?: Resources for Navigating the Full Spiritual Spectrum of the Sexuality Buffet: Download on Patreon
BONUS CONTENTOur Patreon supporters can access our Resource Deep-Dives, Office Hours episodes, monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, and more! You can even test us out with a 7-day free trial. Become a partner.THE BIBLE BINGE SHOPThe only place on the Internet where you can find Bible studies and resources for those curious about faith AND Chris Hemsworth's abs. Check it out here! GENTLE REBUKEOur resident Bible scholar Erin Moon offers a gentle rebuke at the end of most episodes. Erin is a Bible study editor and Senior Creative/Producer of The Popcast Media Group from Birmingham. Find her on Instagram.THE POPCASTCheck out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain, but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Bible Binge BulletinGet The Bible Binge Merch: Shop hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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