

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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Jul 22, 2022 • 44min
SWDGISS: Communion
In our latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School Episode, we’re deep-diving communion! Or is the Eucharist? The Lord’s Supper? Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they explore this confusing and highly-debated practice. What’s the difference between consubstantiation and transubstantiation? What is a love feast? Are there limits to who can participate? Answers to these questions and more await you in this episode! MENTIONS
Scripture Referenced: Genesis 14 | John 6 | 1 Corinthians | Jude 1
What about Nancy Pelosi? Read more here
Tell me more about Melchizadek: Learn about him here
Those are a lot of big words… Read about the difference views on communion here
What was that about Kelloggs? Listen to Faith Adjacent: Breakfast Foods
Communion and Kids: Blog from Fat Pastor
Bonus Resources: Come to the Table by John Mark Hicks | The Eucharist by Lawrence Feingold | The New Testament in its World by N.T. Wright | Symbol or Substance?: A Dialogue on the Eucharist with C. S. Lewis, Billy Graham and J. R. R. Tolkien
Bonus ContentOver at The Bible Binge Seminary on Patreon, Erin and Terrance are having a conversation about Biblical literalism. You can access this and SO MUCH MORE for just $5 a month! Head over to The Bible Binge Seminary to join! 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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Jul 15, 2022 • 52min
Sacred Cinema: Avengers: Age of Ultron
Watch your language because in this latest Sacred Cinema episode, we’re talking about Avengers: Age of Ultron. Join Knox and Jamie as they unpack this very expensive conclusion to Phase 2 of the MCU. Along the way, you’ll hear some potential incest concerns, a critical analysis of Elizabeth Olsen’s character work, and Jamie’s attempt at a Russian/Sokvian accent. Is this a worthy successor to the original Avengers movie, or are its sins unforgivable? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Age of Ultron: Watch here | IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes
Previous MCU Episodes: Captain America: The First Avenger | Captain Marvel | Iron Man | Iron Man 2 | The Incredible Hulk | Thor | The Avengers | Iron Man 3 | Thor: The Dark World | Captain America: The Winter Soldier | Guardians of the Galaxy | Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Watch the movie that Knox saw in theaters TWICE: Mad Max: Fury Road on HBO Max
We almost lost Hawkeye: Learn why Jeremy Renner didn’t want to return
James Spader Appreciation: Watch this interview that he does with Seth Meyers
What’s going on with Wanda’s Accent? Hear Elizabeth Olsen talk about it
Do Wanda and Pietro seem TOO close? Learn about their comic book history
BONUS CONTENT ON PATREONThis week in our Mini-Favored or Forsaken over at The Bible Binge Seminary, Erin and Evan discuss reformed theology, missions, and what Bible characters would do with their summer vacation. We also have a five-day devotional to coincide with Age of Ultron. You can find all of that 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 Bible Binge BulletinBuy 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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Jul 8, 2022 • 48min
Favored or Forsaken: Vacation Bible School
Grab your punch and cookies because we’re talking all about Vacation Bible School. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they discuss whether this summer church staple is favored or forsaken. Along the way, you’ll hear lots of hand motion talk, a surprising VBS history lesson, and Jamie’s most traumatic church experience ever. Is VBS a picture of what the church does best or a problematic childcare service? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
A good guy that overcame a weird last name: Learn about Harry Emerson Fosdick
Problematic VBS: Read about recent issues with Roar VBS | You can’t do Rickshaw Rally
Hand motions are essential to the integrity of VBS: Shout to the Lord | Waves of Mercy
VBS Through the Years: Learn the history of Vacation Bible School
Current State of VBS: Top VBS Curriculum for 2022
So many thoughts on VBS: Read all the Instagram comments here
The Bible Binge Artist Collective: Support our artists here
BIBLE BINGE SEMINARYOur Patreon supporters can access our Mini Favored or Forsaken episodes, Sacred Cinema companion devotionals, weekly discussion board posts, Faith Adjacent Book Club, and more! Become a partner.FAVORED OF THE MONTH
Knox - Audiobook: How the Crusades Changed History
Jamie - Music: Kingdom Book One from Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin
Erin - Bible: The Jewish Study Bible
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 Bulletin Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Jun 24, 2022 • 32min
Favored or Forsaken: Raising Kids and Exploring Your Faith
In this very special episode, Erin sits down with her daughter Holland to have a discussion all about what it is like to be the child of two parents who are de- and reconstructing their faith. Holland and Erin explore questions like why church is important, what adults should know about faith for kids, and if candy is a viable option for lunch. This episode is perfect for anyone who has ever asked questions about their faith. MENTIONS
Helpful resource for parents: Meredith Anne Miller on Instagram
Can you catch me up on baptism? SWDGISS: Baptism
Bridget Eileen Rivera: Twitter | Heavy Burdens
The Bible Binge Survey: Give us your feedback for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card
BONUS CONTENTOver at The Bible Binge Seminary, you can hear Jamie and Erin talk about why we don’t get some things in Sunday School, whether or not Jesus could have had a wife and children, cringy worship songs, and more! Listen here.All this and more is available for just $5 a month! FAVORED OF THE MONTH
Holland - TV: Stranger Things on Netflix
Erin - Book: Heavy Burdens by Bridget Eileen Rivera
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 Bulletin Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Jun 17, 2022 • 1h 15min
Faith Adjacent: Beth Allison Barr
In this very special episode, we invite you to listen along to our Faith Adjacent Book Club in which Erin and Evan chat with Beth Allison Barr all about her book The Making of Biblical Womanhood. You’ll hear some fascinating history lessons, incredibly helpful answers to listener questions, and tips on how to be a better Bible scholar. Buckle up because we have a TON of resources for you in the notes below! Dr. Barr is a DELIGHT. We did not play it cool, and you don’t have to either. MENTIONS
Beth Allison Barr: Instagram | Twitter | Website | The Making of Biblical Womanhood
Extra Resources from Dr. Barr: How to do Reliable Research | It’s a Small, Small (Complementarian) World | Reimagining a History Ph.D.–Doing Academia outside of Academia
Scholars to check out: Naomi Tadmor | Emily Hunter McGowin | Lucy Peppiatt
More info on Bible translation: A Pastor and a Philosopher Walk into a Bar Podcast | Dr. Barr’s Blog Post
One of Dr. Barr’s Favorites: Goddess, Whores, Wives, and Slaves by Sarah Pomeroy
Build out your library: A Church Called Tov by Scot McKnight | Jesus and John Wayne by Kristin Kobes Du Mez | The Color of Compromise by Jemar Tisby | White Evangelical Racism by Anthea Butler | Beyond Authority and Submission by Rachel Green Miller
Secret Text Thread: Listen to our past Faith Adjacent Book Club with Kristin Kobes Du Mez
The Bible Binge Loves Women: Listen to Favored or Forsaken: Women in Authority
History Lesson: Women’s Mission Union
More on Martha: Listen to Season 2, Episode 6: Mary and Martha
Articles to check out: Beware False Teachers with Good Doctrine and Bad Ethics | A Supreme Court Win for Gay Rights, but Not in My Church by Jeff Chu
History Deep-Dives: Catherine of Siena | The Golden Legend | Women in Early Medieval Europe, 400–1100 by Lisa Bitel | The Murder of Regilla
The Bible Binge Survey: Give us ALL your feedback here!
BONUS CONTENTThis week over at The Bible Binge Seminary in our Mini-Favored or Forsaken episode, Erin and Terrance give an SBC Update, talk about Justin Bieber’s face paralysis, and explore the call of creation. You can listen to this conversation and more at The Bible Binge Seminary. 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 Bulletin Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Jun 10, 2022 • 51min
Sacred Cinema: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Find some tape and protect your batteries because in this latest Sacred Cinema episode we’re talking about Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Join Knox and Jamie as they deep-dive the second installment in the Guardians of the Galaxy saga. You’ll hear us repeatedly say “We love it, but that was weird,” as we explore things like The Sovereign as an evangelical fraternity, whether or not Missouri is in the south, and a deep appreciation for Mantis. Seriously, does anyone have tape? MENTIONS
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2: Watch here | IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes
Previous MCU Episodes: Captain America: The First Avenger | Captain Marvel | Iron Man | Iron Man 2 | The Incredible Hulk | Thor | The Avengers | Iron Man 3 | Thor: The Dark World | Captain America: The Winter Soldier | Guardians of the Galaxy
Jamie’s Top 10: The Chain by Fleetwood Mac
Makeup Magic: Learn about Kurt Russel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Makeup Artist
20/10 Sideburns: Read about Chris Pratt and his Glorious Sideburns
Such a good soundtrack: Listen to the music here
We Stan Zoe Saldana: Follow her on Instagram
Wait, Miley Cyrus was in this? Find out where to hear her here
So Painful: The Star Wars Holiday Special
Give us all your feedback: The Bible Binge Listener Survey
BONUS CONTENT ON PATREONThis week in our Mini-Favored or Forsaken over at The Bible Binge Seminary, Erin and Evan discuss how to love the Bible, how Christians can best participate in Pride, and weird Bible verses that we want to hang in our kitchen. We also have a five-day devotional to go along with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Head over to The Bible Binge Seminary for all this content and more! 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 BulletinBuy 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 3, 2022 • 1h 1min
Favored or Forsaken: The SBC Guidepost Report
In this Favored or Forsaken episode, we’re talking all about the recent Southern Baptist Convention Guidepost Report. This was originally released as a Mini-Favored or Forsaken episode on Patreon, but our Bible Binge Seminarians said that this was an episode that everyone needed to hear! You’ll hear Jamie and Erin talk about an experience that intersected with this report as well as answers to some listener questions. Just a warning: this episode contains references to both sexual abuse and suicide, so please take that into consideration as you listen. MENTIONS
Not Light Reading: SBC Guidepost Report
Russell Moore’s Resignation Letter: Read here
Read: This is the Southern Baptist Apocalypse by Russell Moore
Abuse of Faith: Read the Houston Chronicle Investigation
Movies Reference: Spotlight
Continue the Conversation: Join The Bible Binge Seminary
How to Report Sexual Violence: Get all the resources here
Suffering Midwife: K.J. Ramsey on Instagram and Twitter
FAVORED OF THE MONTH
Jamie - Book: This Too Shall Last by K.J. Ramsey
Erin - Book: The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd
THE BIBLE BINGE SURVEYWe want your feedback on all things Bible Binge-related! You can access the survey here. Leave your email address at the end for the chance to win one of twenty $25 Amazon gift cards. BIBLE BINGE SEMINARYOur Patreon supporters can access our Mini Favored or Forsaken episodes, Sacred Cinema companion devotionals, weekly discussion board posts, Faith Adjacent Book Club, and more! Become a partner.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 Bulletin Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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May 27, 2022 • 56min
Hannah
Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as we discuss that bitter cryer who just wanted a baby, Hannah. Along the way, you’ll hear conversations about negotiating with God, double portions of fried rice, and some quality needlepoint ideas. Did the tabernacle have the aesthetic of an Arby’s? What’s the deal with calling God the Lord of Heaven’s Armies? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Main Biblical Text for the Episode: 1 Samuel 1:1-28
Casting: Simone Ashley | Benedict Cumberbatch | Amber Heard
Elkanah Follow-Up: Is Benedict Cumberbatch Hot?
Story Bookends: Season 1, Episode 5: Ruth and Boaz | Season 3, Episode 1: David and His Childhood
Over at The Bible Binge Seminary: BSQTNA: The Tabernacle
Watch: 3-D Rendering of the Tabernacle
Chubby Cousin of a Manatee? Learn about Dugongs
How many portions? Deuteronomy 21:17
Biblical Gynecology: Learn more about the Kahun Gynecological Papyrus
The Bible Binge Listener Survey: Give us all the feedback here!
BONUS CONTENTThis week over at The Bible Binge Seminary in our Mini-Favored or Forsaken episode, Erin and Jamie are talking about the recent Southern Baptist Guidepost Report. You can listen to that conversation 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.BIBLE BINGE SEMINARYOur Patreon supporters can access our Mini Favored or Forsaken episodes, Sacred Cinema companion devotionals, weekly discussion board posts, Faith Adjacent Book Club, and more! Become a partner.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 Bulletin Get 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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May 20, 2022 • 55min
Favored or Forsaken: America as a Christian Nation
In this very special Favored or Forsaken episode, Knox and Erin are joined by author, co-host of Pantsuit Politics, and parenthetical enthusiast Beth Silvers to talk about America as a Christian nation. Not sure if you’re aware, but there’s a lot going on in the news right now. We’re zooming out a bit to have a conversation about whether or not America should be an expressly Christian nation. Is Christian nationalism turning people away from faith? Is a government that reflects Christian values a good or bad thing? What does it mean to squat on a take? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Beth Silvers: Instagram | Website | Listen to Pantsuit Politics Podcast | Books: I Think You’re Wrong (But I’m Listening) and Now What?: How to Move Forward When We’re Divided (About Basically Everything)
Source Material: Idaho Governor Candidate | Department of Interior NY Times Article Taking America Back For God by Andrew Whitehead and Samuel Perry
Cosmo for Babies: 39 Reasons YM was the Best Teen Magazine
Freakin’ Founding Fathers: Listen to Faith Adjacent: Hamilton
Read: Inventing a Christian America by Steven Green
Watch: The Family on Netflix
Listen: Favored or Forsaken: Midnight Mass
Read: The Cruelty is the Point
We all definitely know what edema is, but learn about it here just in case.
Faith Adjacent Book Club: Get Weird by CJ Casciotta on May 24 at 8 PM CT
FAVORED OF THE MONTH
Knox - Amazing Bible Timeline with World History
Beth - TV: Survivor
Erin - Evolving Faith: Podcast | Conference
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May 13, 2022 • 45min
SWDGISS: Baptism
In this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode we’re talking all about baptism! Should we all be dunked? Is sprinkling the way to go? What about babies? Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they explore these questions and more. You’ll also hear some love for our Quaker friends, Jamie’s academic team history, and why the church baptismal is the perfect youth group hideaway. MENTIONS
Scripture Referenced: Mark 1:8 | Acts 8:26-40 | Acts 2:38| 1 Peter 3:19-22 | Mark 10:38-39 | Luke 12:50 | Colossians 2:11-12
Mikveh Deep-Dive: Season 3, Episode 4: David and Bathsheba | Unorthodox on Netflix
Past SWDGISS Referenced: The Dead Sea Scrolls
Read: It takes a Church to Baptize by Scot McKnight
Baby Baptism on a Boat? Learn about naval baptisms here
Is there a wrong way to baptize? Watch this funny baptism compilation video
Read: What Christian Parents Should Know About Infant Baptism by John Sartelle
This Week at The BIble BInge Seminary: Mini-Favored or Forsaken 24 with Erin and Evan
BIBLE BINGE SEMINARYOur Patreon supporters can access our Mini Favored or Forsaken episodes, Sacred Cinema companion devotionals, weekly discussion board posts, Faith Adjacent Book Club, and more! Become a partner.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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