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Brad speaks with Dr. Kelly J. Baker, author of Gospel of the Klan, about how the Klan was considered a patriotic Christian organization in the 1920s. They discuss the similarities between the Klan and TPUSA, and how history is repeating itself in the 2020s. The podcast challenges the perception of the Klan as an extremist group and highlights their mainstream presence in society. Bonus content includes a lecture on Trump's Mein Kamp references and how to talk to relatives influenced by MAGA.

The podcast discusses challenging the stereotype of a devout Christian through personal stories of being arrested, explores the topic of God's will, delves into the upcoming Summit for Religious Freedom, and examines the relationship between prayer, God's will, and the perception of events. It also explores the concept of nihilism in relation to Jesus' life.

Pop superstar Taylor Swift faces backlash from conservatives for her involvement in the Super Bowl. The hosts discuss the misogynistic and Christian nationalist dimensions of the criticism. They also analyze a trucker convoy inspired by the January 6th insurrection, highlighting its focus on being warriors for God. In Idaho, satanists are using government-funded private schools to counter Christian nationalism. The podcast explores these fascinating and relevant topics.

In this episode, the hosts discuss the challenges of determining the accuracy of biblical manuscripts and the concept of inerrancy. They explore translation difficulties and argue that an inerrant biblical translation is incoherent. They also examine the fantasy of immediate access to God through reading the Bible and its connection to authority and control in high control Christian religion.

Annika Brockschmidt, a journalist, talks about court cases on reproductive rights, violent rhetoric employed by Trump and MAGA Nation, and the far-right's organization around the world. The bonus content dissects Josh Hawley's Christian nationalist manifesto.

Discussing Ron DeSantis' lack of charisma and failure to be a fascist leader, man camps for self-improvement, and a man's desire for Trump to disrupt the system. Bonus episodes, ad-free listening, and access to 500 episodes available for subscribers.

When inerrantists say that the Bible is “without error,” one of the things they mean is that the very words of the Bible itself were chosen by God. When they say that the Bible is “God-breathed” or “inspired,” this inspiration goes all the down to the biblical authors’ very choice of words. Why is this important to them? What does this claim mean? Does it remove the human element of the Bible’s production? Can we make this understanding of the Bible make sense? Take a listen to this week’s episode to find out!Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus episodes, ad-free listening, access to the entire 500-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Order Brad's book: https://www.amazon.com/Preparing-War-Extremist-Christian-Nationalism/dp/1506482163 SWAJ Apparel is here! https://straight-white-american-jesus.creator-spring.com/listing/not-today-uncle-ron To Donate:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BradleyOnishi Venmo: @straightwhitejc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A seminar held by the Freethought Caucus in the House of Representatives discusses Mike Johnson's white Christian nationalism. Topics covered include the dangers of Christian nationalism, its connection to the Capitol insurrection, and its threat to democracy. The discussion also explores the historical link between white evangelicals and desegregation resistance, concerns about freedom of religion, and the importance of implementing the Johnson Amendment.

Topics include: White evangelical support for Trump in Iowa, debunking myths about their voting patterns; backlash against a news outlet calling out Christian nationalism; Charlie Kirk's controversial remarks about Martin Luther King; conflicts at the border involving the National Guard and Border Patrol; launch of a subscription program. Discussions on race, labeling, and hypocrisy; relationship between deconstruction and phenomenology; hope in increased diversity in the NFL playoffs; questioning God's will in Joe Biden's presidency; exploring political authority and the upcoming presidential election.

The podcast discusses the concept of inerrancy in the Bible and its implications for Christian beliefs and public life. It explores the challenges of proving biblical inerrancy and argues against its logical and theological validity. The episode concludes that the doctrine of inerrancy is ultimately self-defeating.