

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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Mar 25, 2022 • 54min
Favored or Forsaken: Proverbs 31 Woman
To celebrate Women’s History Month we’re deciding if the Proverbs 31 Woman is favored or forsaken. Join Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they hold the source material (i.e. the Bible) up against DC Talk and popular ministries to see whether or not we've misunderstood this passage. Is Proverbs 31 just for women? Could this passage actually be about wisdom? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Source Material: Proverbs 31
Helpful Past Episodes: SWDGISS: The Trinity | Faith Adjacent: Purity Culture | SWDGISS: How We Got the Bible
Learn: Tell me more about the book of Proverbs
Erin’s Alter Ego: Elizabeth Montgomery
That Kinda Girl: Listen to the DC Talk classic here
For research: Proverbs 31 Ministries
Read How the Bible Actually Works by Peter Enns
The Popcast Live! Get tickets here
FAVORED OF THE MONTH
Knox - Great Courses: The History of Christianity: From the Disciples to the Dawn of the Reformation
Jamie - Book: Find Your Way Back by Javacia Harris Bowser
Erin - Book: An Altar in the World by Barbara Brown Taylor
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 Monthly Newsletter: thebiblebinge.com/newsletterShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Mar 18, 2022 • 46min
SWDGISS: The Trinity
In this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode, we’re talking about one of the most complex, mysterious, and just plain weird concepts in Christianity: the Trinity. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they deep-dive this Christian doctrine while exploring listener questions. Along the way, you’ll get a trinitarian vocabulary lesson, learn about pooping yourself to death, and hear Erin’s worst movie description ever. MENTIONS
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Biblical Support: Matthew 28:19 | 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 | 2 Corinthians 13:13-14
What is Arianism? Learn more here
So much wonder: Wonder Twins | Wonder Pets
A Jenga game? Jumanji | Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle | Jumanji: The Next Level
Read: Delighting in the Trinity by Michael Reeves
Visualizing the Trinity: Celtic Symbol | Helpful Chart
Extra Credit: N.T. Wright on Paul’s Trinitarian Theology
In Conclusion, No One Knows: Get the merch 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.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 Monthly Newsletter: Sign up hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Mar 11, 2022 • 48min
Sacred Cinema: Thor: The Dark World
In our latest Sacred Cinema episode, we're hopping back on the Bifrost and journeying across the nine realms to deep-dive Thor: The Dark World. Join Knox and Jamie as they discuss this film that has so many forsaken things. They’ll explore who has the most chemistry in this movie, faithfulness in the small things by way of Zachary Levi, and Knox’s slap history. This episode will show you that space is fine, and so is this movie. MENTIONS
Thor: The Dark World: Watch Here | 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
Did you say Harry Potter recaps? Listen here
Read: In Defense of Thor: The Dark World
Tell me more about the Aether: Learn more here
Making of Thor: Blooper Reel
Space Sermon: How Great is Our God by Louie Giglio
Read: The Version of Thor: The Dark World We Never Saw
Asgardian fighting nothing: Watch the scene here
Fandral Deep Dive: Learn more here
The Popcast Live! Get tickets here
Listen to today's Mini-Favored or Forsaken 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.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 Monthly Newsletter: Sign up here Buy 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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Mar 4, 2022 • 1h 12min
Elijah
Prepare yourself for some Old Testament trash talk, because we’re deep-diving Elijah. Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as they look to 1 and 2 Kings to explore this biblical superhero. Along the way, you’ll hear conversations discussing the history of angel food cake, Elijah throughout various sacred texts, and Erin’s gentle rebuke immunity card. This is a fiery episode that you won’t want to miss! MENTIONS
Main Biblical Text for the Episode: 1 Kings 17-19 | 2 Kings 2:11-12
Casting: Denzel Washington | Tobey Maguire | Angelina Jolie | Paul Bettany | Daniel Kaluuya
Listen: Season 5, Episode 1: Jezebel
Scholar Resources: Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible
Biblical Rap Battle: Hamilton Babinet Battle | Pitch Perfect Riff-Off
Listen: Season 10, Episode 6: John
Elijah was just a normal guy: James 5:15-17
Cooking with Lettice: Buy the Kentucky Housewife
What is a Whortleberry? Find out here
Kangaroo Fights: Man Fights Kangaroo Compilation
The Bible Binge, but Sexier: Buy The Popcast Live! Tickets 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 Monthly Newsletter: Sign up here 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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Feb 25, 2022 • 42min
Sacred Cinema: Iron Man 3
Get ready to face some demons and sharpen some iron because in this Sacred Cinema episode we’re talking about Iron Man 3. Join Knox and Jamie as they discuss the final stand-alone Iron Man film. You’ll hear conversations about seasonal friendships with the Avengers inner circle, the Red Bull skydiving team, and gentle rebukes of Marvel’s representation of Tennessee. Is this movie actually good or is it just good at being watchable? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Iron Man 3: Watch Here | 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’s Wingman: Ty Simpkins
The Mandarin: Watch All Hail the King on Disney Plus
Read: A Clinical Perspective on Panic and PTSD in Iron Man 3
The Starfish Story: Learn more here
Internet Corner: Worldwide Internet Speeds
Watch: Iron Man 3 Gag Reel
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 Monthly Newsletter: Sign up here Buy 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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Feb 18, 2022 • 43min
Favored or Forsaken: Love Languages
Get ready to spend some quality time with Knox, Jamie, and Erin as they venture into the special books section to talk about Love Languages. As an act of service, they’ll determine whether this Christian turned mainstream phenomenon is favored or forsaken. You’ll hear words of affirmation surrounding the enneagram, SNL, and getting out of your comfort zone. While you may not be able to respond with physical touch, this episode is sure to be a gift that will make you feel loved! MENTIONS
Source Material: The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman
Learn More: 5 Love Languages Website | Take the Quiz
Farmers Need Love Too: Learn how to love the farmers in your life
Listen: Favored or Forsaken: Dave Ramsey Explained
Listen: Faith Adjacent: The Enneagram
Science Corner: The Psychology Behind the Love Languages
Same Sad You: SNL Romano Tours
Faith Adjacent Book Club: Carved in Ebony by Jasmine L. Holmes
FAVORED OF THE MONTH
Knox - Documentary: Jesus Music on Amazon
Jamie - Book: Peace is a Practice by Morgan Harper Nichols
Erin - Socials: Kevin Wilson on TikTok and 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 Monthly Newsletter: thebiblebinge.com/newsletterShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Feb 11, 2022 • 39min
SWDGISS: Bible Treasures
In this latest edition of Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School, we’re talking about all the shiny stuff in the Bible! Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they answer listener questions and discuss treasures from the Bible. You’ll hear conversations surrounding snake sticks, Ark of the Covenant conspiracy theories, and worms that help build temples. (Warning: This episode contains significant spoilers for cinematic masterpiece The Pink Panther 2). MENTIONS
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Movies Mentioned: The Pink Panther 2 | Monty Python and the Holy Grail | The Da Vinci Code | The Godfather: Part III | National Treasure
Indiana Jones and the: Raiders of the Lost Ark | Temple of Doom | The Last Crusade The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
Bible Verses References: 1 Samuel 4
Watch: The Mysteries of Al Capone’s Vaults | Oral History
Learn: Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion in Axum, Ethiopia
Wait…. a worm? Learn more here
Pearl Corner: Largest Pearl in the World | How a Pearl is Made
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 Monthly Newsletter: Sign up hereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Feb 4, 2022 • 57min
Temptation of Christ
Get ready for the ultimate Jesus juke because in this episode we’re talking about Jesus in the wilderness. Join Knox and Jamie along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon as they unpack what could be described as the Coachella of temptations. Along the way, you’ll hear about health corner with Jamie, unfortunate interactions with the red spicy guy, and a surprising deep dive into British history. This just might be our most tempting episode yet! MENTIONS
Main Biblical Text for the Episode: Luke 4:1-14
Where else can you find this story? Matthew 4:1-11 | Mark 1:12-13
Casting: Tyler Durden
What is Staci Keanan up to? Find out here
Listen: Season 1, Episode 6: Joseph, Father of Jesus
Fasting Resources: Fasting: The Ancient Practices by Scot McKnight | God’s Chosen Fast by Arthur Wallis
Red Thread Board: Deep Dive on Q
Quarantania Cable Car: Learn more here
The Popcast Live: Get tickets 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 Monthly Newsletter: Sign up here 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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Jan 28, 2022 • 57min
Sacred Cinema: The Avengers
Unclog that shrapnel from your heart and turn in your Bible to 1 Corinthians 12 because we’re talking about The Avengers. Join Knox and Jamie as they continue our Sacred Cinema journey through the Marvel Cinematic Universe by exploring the sacred and secular themes of this epic film. Along the way, you’ll hear Avengers-themed youth pastor sermon illustrations, behind-the-scenes deep dives, and a surprising reflection on dudes helping dudes talk about trauma and emotional baggage. MENTIONS
The Avengers: Watch Here | Rotten Tomatoes
Previous MCU Episodes: Captain America: The First Avenger | Captain Marvel | Iron Man | Iron Man 2 | The Incredible Hulk | Thor
Oscar Isaac’s Cockney Accent: Watch the trailer for Moon Knight
Don't Speak: Listen to No Doubt’s Original Version
Infinity Stones Explained: Watch this video
Joss Whedon Deep Dive: The Undoing of Joss Whedon
Who are the Chitauri? Learn more here
Read: I love Gwenneth Paltrow
Henry Cavill Mustache: Learn about the Justice League CGI
Chris Evans Beard Cover-Up: See the prosthetics 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.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 Monthly Newsletter: Sign up here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcastFollow The Bible Binge on Socials: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook
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Jan 21, 2022 • 52min
SWDGISS: Hell
In this brand new Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode, we’re sifting through the fire and brimstone to find out what the Bible actually says about Hell. Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Knox and Jamie as they sort through popular beliefs surrounding this controversial topic. Along the way, you’ll hear new slogans for protestants, a surprising amount of WWII talk, and how our understanding of God informs our view of what happens when we die. You don’t want to miss our most fiery episode yet! MENTIONS
What is brimstone? Sulfur
Movies Mentioned: Troy | The Matrix | Inception
Watch: The Good Place
Books on the Subject: Four Views on Hell | The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis | Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright
Read Knox’s Book: All Things Reconsidered
Eternal Conscious Torment: Isaiah 66:22-24 | Daniel 12:2-3 | Matthew 18:6-9; 22:13; 25:31-46 | Mark 9:42-48 | 2 Thessalonians 1:6-10 | Jude 7; 13 | Revelation 14:9-11; 20:10-15
Annihilation/Terminal Punishment: Matthew 7:13, 25:10-12 | Luke 16:26 | Philippians 3:19 | Romans 6:3; 23 | Hebrews 2:14; 9:11-12 | Psalm 37; 1:4-6 | Proverbs 1:18-19 | 2 Peter 2:6 | Revelation 14:10-11; 19:3; 21:4 | John 3:16, 19:30 | Isaiah 65:17 | 2 Thessalonians 1:9 (most annihilationists make the case that Biblical hyperbole is at work when a writer or prophet talks in “eternals”.
Christian Universalism: Romans 5:14-21, 11:17-32 | 1 Corinthians 15:22-28 | Philippians 2:11 | Colossians 1:20 | 1 John 2:2 | 2 Corinthians 5:14-21 | 1 Timothy 2:3-6 | Hebrews 2:9 | John 12:32 | 2 Peter 3:9 | Ephesians 1:9-10, 2:1-11 | Ezekiel 16:53 | Lamentations 3:22-33
Purgatory: 1 Corinthians 3:11-15, 5:4-5; 2 Corinthians 2:5-8; 7:8-12; Colossians 3:5; Hebrews 12:4-11; 1 John 3; Isaiah 60:11; Revelation 1:18; 21:25
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