Straight White American Jesus
Bradley Onishi + Daniel Miller
An in-depth examination of the culture and politics of Christian Nationalism and Evangelicalism by two ex-evangelical ministers-turned-religion professors. If you have ever wondered what social and historical forces led white evangelicals to usher Donald Trump into the White House this is the show for you. As former insiders and critical scholars of religion, Dan Miller and Bradley Onishi have a unique perspective on the Religious Right. Guests have included Chrissy Stroop, R. Marie Griffith, Janelle Wong, Randall Balmer, Katherine Stewart, and many others.
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Jun 26, 2024 • 26min
It's in the Code Ep 103: “God Needs Demons”
The podcast explores the intensity of demonization towards political opponents in culture wars, delving into the impact of Christian nationalism on shaping beliefs. It discusses the cycle of anger in conservative Christian theology driven by the need to demonize enemies to justify God's commands, advocating for reevaluation of core beliefs.
Jun 25, 2024 • 39min
Bonus Ep. 5: That Time Brad Ugly Cried for Obama
Host Brad discusses the impact of personal events in June, analyzes Pew data on religion, gender, and politics. The talk covers trends in young men veering right, the influence of Russ Vought in a Trump administration, and the implications of Project 2025. They also touch on shifts in LGBTQ acceptance, backlash against gender norms, moral grounding of non-religious Americans, and Christian nationalist beliefs among Biden voters.
Jun 24, 2024 • 38min
The Inflection Election: Democracy or Fascism in 2024 - w/ Mark Green
Author Mark Green discusses the choice between democracy and authoritarianism in the upcoming election. They explore the risks of authoritarianism, threats to democracy, and the importance of taking action to safeguard American democracy.
Jun 21, 2024 • 1h 3min
Weekly Roundup: 10 Commandments in Classrooms, Another Megachurch Sex Abuse Scandal, and the Trump Revenge Train
Brad Onishi and Dan Miller discuss Louisiana's Ten Commandments law, a megachurch pastor's scandal, and Trump allies' revenge plans. They explore Christian nationalism, systemic issues in evangelical circles, and the implications of a potential second Trump term on American politics.
Jun 19, 2024 • 30min
It's in the Code Ep 102: “Where the Bible Speaks, We Speak”
Exploring the justification of beliefs through Bible verses, delving into Christian nationalism and authoritarian tendencies in the US, analyzing the manipulation of scripture to legitimize beliefs, and the use of divine affirmation to comfort evangelical rhetoric.
Jun 18, 2024 • 49min
NAR WATCH Episode 2: Charlie Kirk Joins Forces With NAR Leaders, A History of the NAR and Presidents, and Weird Reactions to the Appeal to Heaven Flag
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk joins to discuss the NAR's influence in presidential elections, targeting swing states in 2024. They explore the NAR's collaboration with Turning Point USA, strategies in Latino and African American communities. The episode emphasizes the urgency for broader awareness of the NAR's political impact.
Jun 17, 2024 • 44min
Decoding Christo-Authoritarianism, Ideology, and Propaganda w/ Dr. Scott Coley
Dr. Scott Coley, author of 'Ministers of Propaganda,' discusses ideology, propaganda, and hierarchies within evangelical communities. They explore 'Christo authoritarianism,' white supremacy, gender hierarchies, and resistance in religious spaces.
Jun 14, 2024 • 1h 7min
Weekly Roundup: More Supreme Court Controversies, SBC Condemns IVF, and Georgia's as a Lab for Stealing 2024
Exploring controversial statements by Supreme Court Justices Alito and Roberts, Southern Baptist Convention's stance against IVF, and Georgia as a battleground for voter suppression tactics in the 2024 elections.
Jun 12, 2024 • 24min
It's in the Code Ep 101: “Spirit of the Age”
The podcast explores the origins and meanings of the phrase 'spirit of the age' in conservative Christian contexts, delving into its evolution from religious to secular interpretation. It analyzes the beliefs of Christian nationalists in the US, emphasizing their authoritarian tendencies and anti-democratic views. The discussion also covers the concept of spiritual warfare and its relevance in cultural and political discourse.
Jun 10, 2024 • 41min
America's Suffering From Social Long Covid w/ Dr. Eric Klinenberg
Eric Klineberg discusses the lasting social and political effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the US, framing it as 'social long COVID.' Topics include intensified distrust in government, deepened societal divisions impacting the 2024 elections, symbolic role of face masks, local mutual aid networks, structural isolation crisis, and unresolved issues shaping American civic life and political attitudes.
