

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 26, 2022 • 1h 7min
Solomon, Part 2
We’re checking back in with Solomon in this latest episode! Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as we explore Solomon’s interaction with one of the most disputed and over-decorated characters in the Bible, the Queen of Sheba. You’ll also hear a history of shaving, talk about a whisper network of birds, and why you shouldn't have any new friends. MENTIONS
Main Biblical Text for the Episode: 1 Kings 9-11
Casting: LaKeith Stanfield | Gabrielle Union
Summer of Solomon: Listen to Solomon, Pt 1
Author Queen of Sheba: Read You Got Anything Stronger by Gabrielle Union
Extra Credit: Listen to BSQTNA: Solomon’s Temple on Patreon
Solomon Deep Dive: Extend your learning here
So did he write any books in the Bible? Learn more here
BONUS CONTENTIn this week’s Mini-Favored or Forsaken, Erin and Jamie are talking about Frederick Buechner and Jehovah’s Witnesses returning to door knocking. You can listen to this conversation and so much for just $5 a month over at The Bible Binge Seminary. 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 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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Aug 19, 2022 • 45min
Favored or Forsaken: The Enneagram
Raise your hand if you’ve ever been personally victimized by the enneagram because Knox, Jamie, and Erin are going to decide if this controversial tool is favored or forsaken. In this episode, you’ll hear conversations surrounding the history and practicality of the enneagram as well as surprising tangents such as how Jamie would fare as a cult leader and bodily fluids that affect personality. Is the enneagram the devil’s workshop, or is it the key to unlocking your purpose in life? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
In-House Enneagram Deep Dives: Faith Adjacent: The Enneagram | The Podcast 324: Enneagram for the Holidays | The Popcast 288: The Enneagram
Where do I start with the Enneagram? The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile | The Wisdom of the Enneagram by Don Riso and Ross Hudson | The Enneagram: A Christian Perspective by Richard Rohr
A Great Resource: Suzanne Stabile | The Enneagram Journey with Knox
What’s the easiest way for me to learn about the Enneagram? Listen to these enneagram songs from Sleeping at Last
Sneak Peak of the future of The Bible Binge: Watch this Instagram Live 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.FAVORED OF THE MONTH
Knox - Book: Celebrities for Jesus by Katelyn Beaty
Jamie - Book: The Anti-Racism Journal by Faitth Brooks
Erin - Book: How the Bible Actually Works by Peter Enns
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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Aug 12, 2022 • 1h 4min
SWDGISS: Heaven
In this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode, we’re talking all about Heaven. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they explore all their hopes, dreams, anxieties, and fears about what happens when we die. Is Heaven just one endless Hillsong concert? Do all dogs go to Heaven? Is the hope of Heaven the hopiest hope of all the hopes? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Scripture Referenced: Job 7, 14 | Ezekiel 37 | Pslam 16:9, 11 | Revelation 21 | Luke 23:43 | Luke 16:19-23
Source Material: See the original Instagram post here
Catch me up: Listen to SWDGISS: Hell
Read: Have We Gotten Heaven All Wrong? by NT Wright
Watch: Paper Girls on Amazon Prime | Interstellar on Paramount+ | The Good Place on Netflix
What was that about Princess Diana? Read more here
Do all dogs go to Heaven? Read Wesley’s sermon The Great Deliverance
Bonus Resources: All Things Reconsidered by Knox | Surprised by Hope by NT Wright
Bonus ContentOver at The Bible Binge Seminary, Erin and Terrance are having a conversation about bootleg productions of Hamilton and rock stars who went Christian. You can hear this and so much more for just $5 a month over on Patreon. Click here to 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 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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Aug 5, 2022 • 1h 3min
Sacred Cinema: Ant-Man
In this latest Sacred Cinema episode, we’re deep-diving the sacred and secular aspects of one of the most surprising superhero origin stories in the Marvel Cinematic Universe: Ant-Man. Join Knox and Jamie as they discuss some of the funniest moments in the entire MCU, explore men’s bathroom etiquette, and imagine the Ant-Man film that could have been. Is Luis the best character in the MCU? How does Paul Rudd get hotter as he gets older? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Ant-Man: 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 | Avengers: Age of Ultron
History Lesson: A Brief History of Marvel’s Most Important Third-String Hero
Not for the faint of heart: The Boys on Amazon
Spoilers for your upcoming Disney Cruise: Why wasn’t Thanos killed in a creative way?
Funny and Hot: Watch Paul Rudd grow in hotness over the year
Funniest Moments in the MCU: Luis’s Storytelling 1 | Luis’s Storytelling 2
Ant Deep-Dive: Learn everything you ever wanted to know about ants here
What’s going on with Evangeline Lilly? Find out here
The first appearance of Ant-Man on screen: Watch SNL’s Superhero Party
Happy Birthday to The Popcast! Join us for an All Skate AUA on Tuesday, August 9 at 9:30 PM ET for FREE
BONUS CONTENT ON PATREONThis week in our Mini-Favored or Forsaken over at The Bible Binge Seminary, Erin and Evan discuss gender gaps in faith and fantasy role playing as well as a VERY exciting announcement about the future of The Bible Binge. We also have a five-day devotional that deep dives faith themes in Ant-Man. All this and more await you at The Bible Binge Seminary for just $5 a month! 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 29, 2022 • 1h 5min
Solomon, Part 1
It is finally time for us to deep-dive the super-wise, super-married Solomon. Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as we begin a journey into the life of Solomon. You’ll hear discussions on asking for wisdom, ancient polygamy, and an emotional recollection of a lost episode of The Bible Binge. What was Solomon’s role in building the temple, and how many people were actually in his kingdom? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Main Biblical Text for the Episode: 1 Kings 3:1-15 | 1 Kings 4:20-34 | 1 Kings 6:11-14
Casting: LaKeith Stanfield
Catch-Up on David: Listen to our David Season
Scholar Resource: Cultural Background Study Bible
Montage Music: Building a Mystery | We Built This City | Build Me Up, Buttercup
Tell me more about Hiram of Tyre
What was that about ants? Learn more here
BONUS CONTENTThis week over at The Bible Binge Seminary in our Mini-Favored or Forsaken episode, Erin and Jamie talk about the Pope’s apology, the theft of a tabernacle, and Amy Grant. You can listen this and so much more for just $5 a month. Join 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 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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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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