

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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Apr 4, 2024 • 1h 2min
Favored or Forsaken: Solar Eclipse Panic, IVF, and The Pope's Exorcist
In this latest Favored of Forsaken episode, Erin, Jamie, and Evan are each bringing different topics to the discussion table! Is the impending total solar eclipse a sign of the end times? What’s the deal with the national conversation about in-vitro fertilization and pro-life legislation? Who should be the Pope’s official exorcist? Are these topics favored or forsaken? You’ll have to listen to find out! Make sure to stick around to the end because we’re sharing our personal favored and forsaken picks!MENTIONS
Helpful Solar Eclipse Info: The Solar Eclipse According to NASA | Solar Eclipse Glasses | Indigenous Eclipse Teachings
Bible Verses about Solar Eclipses: Isaiah 13:10 | Ezekiel 32:7 | Joel 2:10 | Joel 2:31 | Joel 3:15 | Matthew 24:29 | Mark 13:24 | Revelation 6:12 | Revelation 8:12
Can you tell me more about Jonah? Listen to our episode about Jonah
TikTok Deep Dive: Compilation YouTube Video
Erin’s Favorite YouTube Prophet: Check out William Tapley
Can you tell me more about IVF? Read more from Yale Medicine
What’s going on in Alabama? Check out this article.
The Pope’s Exorcist: Watch on Netflix
Exorcism-Adjacent Movies: The Exorcist | Constantine | The Conjuring | The Exorcism of Emily Rose | The Wailing | This is the End
Exorcisms on 20/20? Watch on YouTube
Dakota Johnson, Exorcist: Watch the interview with Ellen | Please Don’t Destroy Roast
Demonic Deep-Dive: Read Demons by Michael Heiser
Evan’s Forsaken Pick: Watch the trailer for Someone Like You
Erin’s Forsaken Pick: Easter is a 50-Day Season
Jamie’s Forsaken Pick: Watch Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV
FAVOREDS
Erin: Blessed are the Rest of Us by Micha Boyett
Jamie: The Unfiltered Enneagram by Elizabeth Orr
Evan: Adam by Henri Nouwen
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.

Mar 28, 2024 • 42min
Easter Snake Draft: The Harrowing of Hell, A Tribute to Reese's Eggs, and Are Sunrise Services Favored or Forsaken?
Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we snake draft our favorite sacred and secular aspects of Easter! You’ll hear contentious conversations about the superior version of a Reese’s, Jamie’s curious Easter afternoon tradition, and how Shamu plays into Easter morning activities. Come for the Biblical story highlights; stay for the mouth-watering conversations about ham, hashbrown casserole, and resurrection rolls. MENTIONS
Let Your Voice Be Heard: Take the Faith Adjacent Listener Survey
Past Easter Episodes: Check out this playlist
Erin’s First Pick: BSQTNA #12: The Harrowing of Hell | We did a Google search for you
Spend your Easter morning at SeaWorld: Here are the Sunrise Service details.
Jamie’s Resurrection Song Picks: I Have a Savior by CC Winans | The Hill by Travis Greene | Lift Up Your Voices by Sunday Service Choir | Glory by Moses Bliss
Jesus in Gethsemane: Matthew 26 | Mark 14 | Luke 22
Resurrection Rolls? Get the recipe here.
Drooling over the hash brown casserole discussion? Here is Evan’s mom’s recipe.
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.

Mar 21, 2024 • 32min
Singleness in the Church, AI’s Impact on Faith, and How to Know if You’re Saved
Step into our office as we answer your questions! In this latest Office Hours episode, Erin, Knox, and Jamie are answering questions about singleness in the church, AI’s impact on faith, why Christian movies suck, and so much more! Which reality shows would Biblical characters excel at, and what is the deal with enneagram fives? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Let Your Voice Be Heard: Take the Faith Adjacent Listener Survey
Faith Adjacent Movie to Watch: Whiplash
Relevant Past Episode: Sacred Cinema: Contact
Bible Verses Mentioned: Titus 3:5 | Luke 23:39-43 | Matthew 19:23-26
Tell me more about why Christian movies aren’t great: Read With All Its Teeth by Joshua Porter
Can you help me name my Sunday School class? Find the database here
AI + Faith: Check out this Instagram account
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.

Mar 14, 2024 • 1h 21min
Barbie as a Deconstruction Text, Patriarchy 101, and Why We're Not into Predestination
Hop in the Chevy with Barbie and Ken as we take a journey to Barbieland in this latest Sacred Cinema episode! Erin and Jamie are dissecting the 2023 cinematic spectacular Barbie for secular and spiritual themes while also answering listener questions about things like predestination and deconstruction. Is this movie secretly a guide for men about the patriarchy, and are there moments in this movie that you should unpack with a religious trauma therapist? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Barbie: Watch Here | IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes
Party like Barbie and Ken at The Popcast Live! Get tickets for Chicago and Dallas here.
Greta Gerwig Deep-Dive: IMDb | Lady Bird | Little Women | Francis Ha
Margot Robbie: IMDb | I, Tonya
Ryan Gosling: IMDb | Oscars Performance
What Was I Made For: Spotify | Apple Music | Oscars Acceptance Speech
In Conclusion, No One Knows: Listen to SWDGISS: Heaven
Can you tell me more about predestination? Please Advise: What’s Up with Calvinism? | BSQTNA #21: Calvinism vs. Arminianism
Life-Ruining Season: Listen to our Esther Season
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.

Mar 7, 2024 • 50min
Who the Hell is Clement of Alexandria?
Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Jamie and Evan as we deep dive Clement of Alexandria. You’ll hear geography lessons, learn about some controversial theological views, and discover why Clement was called a “master of Christian philosophy.” Is Clement of Alexandria the Pedro Pascal of the second century, and what do potatoes have to do with all this? You’ll have to listen to find out!MENTIONS
Relevant Past Episode: Who the Hell is Lottie Moon?
See us at The Popcast Live! Get tickets for Chicago and Dallas here.
Can I get a visual of Clement? Here you go!
Clement of Alexandria Deep-Dive: Explore his writings here
Heretic Hoe Down: Listen to Erin talk about Marcion of Sinope on Patreon
Hell Deep-Dive: Listen to SWDGISS: Hell
What was that about Greek words and eternity? Read this article by Heleen Keizer
Bible Scholar Resource: The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.

Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 12min
Leap of Faith Hall of Fame feat. Sarah Bessey
In honor of Leap Day, Erin and Evan, along with special guest Sarah Bessey, are inducting new members into the Leap of Faith Hall of Fame. Who are those people who took the biggest trust fall for the Lord? Who said, “Spirit lead me where my faith is without borders,” and meant it? You’ll hear about some of the biggest leaps of faith in the Bible, cultural icons that have taken some chances, and some trust falls that are questionable at best. Be sure to grab a pen and paper because you’ll want to take some notes as Sarah Bessey preaches through her leaps! MENTIONS
Here’s where to connect with Sarah Bessey: Website | Instagram | Field Notes for the Wilderness Book | Jesus Feminist
History Corner: History of Leap Day from National Geographic Kids | Leap Day Fun Facts
What to Watch for Leap Day: 30 Rock Season 6, Episode 9 | Leap Year Movie Starring Amy Adam
Original Leap of Faith Hall of Fame: Read Hebrews 11
Relevant Past Classics Episodes: Judah and Tamar | Baby Moses
Bible Passages Mentioned: Joshua 3-4 | Genesis 38 | Exodus 1 | John 4 | Luke 1:46-56
Absolute Banger: The Making of Biblical Womanhood | Listen to our episode with Beth Allison Barr
Can you tell me more about Medieval fart jokes? Listen to Medieval (Christian) Times with Dr. Grace Hamman
Can you tell me more about Hell? Listen to SWDGISS: Hell
Curious about Handel’s Messiah? Watch it here
What was that Frozen docu-series? Watch Into the Unknown on Disney+
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.

Feb 22, 2024 • 1h 9min
IKYN: If Not Purity Culture, Then What?
If we don’t think Purity Culture is the solution, then what are we supposed to teach our kids? That’s what Erin and Meredith are exploring in this latest I Kid You Not episode! We’ll be answering listener questions about what this Bible actually says about all this, having conversations with kids who are queer, how masturbation plays into all this, and so much more! Come for a safe place to vent your frustrations; stay for Meredith’s spicy take on consent. MENTIONS
I Kid You Not Deep-Dive: Check out this playlist
Can you tell me more about Purity Culture? Listen to Faith Adjacent: Purity Culture
What was that book that talked about that confusing Greek word? Read Beyond Shame by Matthias Roberts
Helpful Resource: Check out Jenna DeWitt on Twitter
Here’s that article from Deborah Roffman: Read “Hot to Talk to Kids About Porn” on The NY Times
Here’s where to connect with Meredith Anne Miller: Instagram | Website | Ask Away Podcast | Get her book here
Dr. Chap Clark: Website | Hurt 2.0 | Sticky Faith
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.

Feb 15, 2024 • 59min
SWDGISS: What the Hell is Lent?
What the hell is Lent? That’s what Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon, along with Jamie and Evan, are exploring in this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode! You’ll hear about Lent’s origins, some highlights of the season, and plenty of tips for how to participate in this season! What is Spy Wednesday, and is there a deeper origin behind Easter eggs? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Where can I find Erin’s Lent guide? Right here!
Spy Wednesday: Learn about the origin of the name here.
A Murder Mystery Church Service: Learn about Tenebrae services here.
What was that quote Erin read? Read The Anglican Way by Thomas McKenzie
N.T. Wright Drive-By: Listen to our episode with Bishop Wright | Read Into the Heart of Romans
Lent History Deep-Dive: Check out this article from the Catholic Education Resource Center
Game Replacement: Check out Lectio 365
The Harrowing of Hell: Listen to this episode on Patreon
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.

Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 4min
Medieval (Christian) Times with Dr. Grace Hamman
In this latest episode, Erin and Evan are joined by Medievalist scholar Dr. Grace Hamman to Christianity in the Middle Ages. You’ll hear about fart jokes on tapestries, the impact of the black death, and so much more! What is an anchorite and is there a Medieval equivalent of the MCU? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Tell me more about Dr. Grace Hamman: Order her book here | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Medievalish Newsletter | Old Books with Grace Podcast | Fred Rogers + Julian of Norwich
You can find the chat from the evening here.
Erin’s Book Recommendation: Matrix by Lauren Groff
Julian of Norwich is Fascinating: Learn more here
Where do I learn about Augustine? Read Augustine's Confessions
We’ll never stop bringing this up: Listen to SWDGISS: Paul’s Letters with N.T. Wright
Erin’s Favored Pick: Theologizin’ Bigger: Homilies on Living Freely and Loving Wholly by Trey Ferguson
Evan’s Favored Pick: With All Its Teeth: Sex, Violence, Profanity, and the Death of Christian Art by Joshua Porter
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian here!THE FAITH ADJACENT SHOPLooking for some additional resources? We have you covered from an entire Prayer Course all the way to a guide for the new year! Shop 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.

Feb 1, 2024 • 46min
February Office Hours: What’s the Deal with the Methodist Church, Shia LaBeouf, and Having Saints Pray for You?
Step into our office (not in a weird way) as we answer your questions! In this latest Office Hours episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin are answering questions about imprecatory Psalms, finding a new church, what to do when you have a friend who prays too much, and so much more! What is Knox’s take on Shia LaBeouf’s recent dive into Catholicism, and what do the Jonas Brothers have to do with the Methodist Church? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONS
Bible Passages Referenced: Psalm 69 | Psalm 109 | 1 Timothy 4:14 | 1 Timothy 2:5
What was that about Shia LaBeouf? Watch Bishop Barron Presents
Can you help me out with church and kids? Here are all our I Kid You Not Episodes
I need help finding a church! Check out our resource on Patreon
We’ll never stop talking about this: Listen to our episode with N.T. Wright
Give this to your friend who prays too much: The Faith Adjacent Toolkit: Prayer
BONUS CONTENTWe have tons of additional content, including monthly Fellowship Hall gatherings, Office Hours episodes, and so much more! You can access them now with a 7-day free trial. You’ll be able to listen to over 250 more episodes! Tuition is just $5 a month after the trial period. Become a Seminarian here!THE FAITH ADJACENT SHOPLooking for some additional resources? We have you covered from an entire Prayer Course all the way to a guide for the new year! Shop 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 AdjacentShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow 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.