One Nation, Indivisible with Andrew Seidel

Tim Whitaker, founder of the New Evangelicals, champions progressive Christianity and critiques evangelicalism. He delves into whether Christian nationalism truly represents Christianity, revealing it as a power-driven ideology. The conversation touches on Trump's odd views about heaven and the debate tactics that dominate social media. Tim emphasizes the importance of recognizing Christian nationalists as part of the faith, arguing it allows for necessary accountability. He advocates for a broader, more compassionate Christianity that focuses on justice and inclusion.

Dr. Andrew Ward, a political science professor at Tulane University and expert on religious nationalism, shares his journey from observing global religious extremism to tackling Christian nationalism in the U.S. He discusses launching a highly demanded course on the topic and his efforts to write an academic textbook. The conversation dives into Trump’s religious rhetoric, the media’s role in amplifying these ideologies, and the potential impact of authoritarianism on marginalized communities, all sprinkled with humor and hope from passionate students.

Andrew dives into the Trump “Antifa / Domestic Terrorism” order to unpack one of the worst examples of Christian Nationalism from the Trump admin so far. Plus, conversion “therapy” practices head to the Supreme Court because of the Alliance Defending Freedom, a Christian Nationalist legal outfit doing all kinds of damage. White House Memo Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political ViolenceSubscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content every Monday - and all the benefits from Straight White American Jesus: bonus content on Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/Subscribe to One Nation, Indivisible with Axis Mundi MediaAndrew's socials: Instagram TikTok YouTube Threads BlueskyAndrew’s books: American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious FreedomThe Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-AmericanAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content every Monday - and all the benefits from Straight White American Jesus: bonus content on Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/Subscribe to One Nation, Indivisible with Axis Mundi MediaAndrew's socials: Instagram TikTok YouTube Threads BlueskyAndrew’s books: American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious FreedomThe Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-AmericanAndrew begins with three pieces of good news, including the ouster of Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters before diving into Trump and Pam Bondi pressuring Department of Justice lawyers to bring revenge indictments and prosecutions against people he hates, including placing untrained lackeys into important positions. Rolling Stone: Brett Kavanaugh Has a Clear Conflict in School Prayer Case. Will He Recuse Himself? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content every Monday - and all the benefits from Straight White American Jesus: bonus content on Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/Subscribe to One Nation, Indivisible with Axis Mundi MediaAndrew's socials: Instagram TikTok YouTube Threads BlueskyAndrew’s books: American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious FreedomThe Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-AmericanAndrew breaks down the recent assaults on freedom of speech from Trump’s lawsuit against the New York Times, to the FCC and Brendan Carr leaning on ABC and ABC firing Jimmy Kimmely, and more. There’s a fiery opinion from Hawaii that’s well worth a read. And Andrew asks as favor as the podcast hits the pages of Rolling Stone.Judge strikes Trump’s $15B complaint against NYTBrilliant opinion from Hawaii Supreme Court Justice Todd EddinsRolling Stone: Brett Kavanaugh Has a Clear Conflict in School Prayer Case. Will He Recuse Himself? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content every Monday - and all the benefits from Straight White American Jesus: bonus content on Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/Subscribe to One Nation, Indivisible with Axis Mundi MediaAndrew's socials: Instagram TikTok YouTube Threads BlueskyAndrew’s books: American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious FreedomThe Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-AmericanIn the wake of the murder of Charlie Kirk, Andrew explores the meaning of political violence and the toll the Second Amendment is taking Trigger warning. Guns. Gun Violence. Suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255One of Carl Bogus’s many writings on the Second AmendmentSam Perry’s article in TimeUnderstanding Christian Nationalism Reading ListElie Mystal’s brilliant bookAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content every Monday - and all the benefits from Straight White American Jesus: bonus content on Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/Subscribe to One Nation, Indivisible with Axis Mundi MediaAndrew's socials: Instagram TikTok YouTube Threads BlueskyAndrew’s books: American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious FreedomThe Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-AmericanTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton is running for Senate so he’s hitting the Christian Nationalism. Hard. Andrew breaks down his prayer push and the law it’s based on. Hemant Mehta at the Friendly Atheist took PragerU’s anti-woke teacher test for Oklahoma, Florida bans vaccine mandates, and more. Episode Show Notes:Ken Paxton’s Christian Nationalist press release.Text of the TX law Paxton was ranting about.Updated Axios story about DOJ leaving Dems and Liberals in Epstein docs.Hemant Mehta at the Friendly Atheist takes PragerU’s Oklahoma teacher “test” and reports on it.BBC reports on FL vaccine mandate ban.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content every Monday - and all the benefits from Straight White American Jesus: bonus content on Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/Subscribe to One Nation, Indivisible with Axis Mundi MediaAndrew's socials: Instagram TikTok YouTube Threads BlueskyAndrew’s books: American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious FreedomThe Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-AmericanRFK and Trump decapitate the CDC and push religious exemptions for vaccine mandates. The Ten Commandments lose in court (again). Episode Show Notes:The Washington Post article on RFK and religious exemptions to vaccines https://wapo.st/423s3UZ There’s a lot more on vaccines and religious exemptions in American Crusade. The full story of George Washington vaccinated troops is told in The Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism is Un-American.If you've read either book and found them useful, please consider leaving a 5-star review. Story recounting Melinda Gates interview.  10 Commandments decision.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content every Monday - and all the benefits from Straight White American Jesus: bonus content on Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/Subscribe to One Nation, Indivisible with Axis Mundi MediaAndrew's socials: Instagram TikTok YouTube Threads BlueskyAndrew’s books: American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious FreedomThe Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-AmericanAndrew breaks down a lot of news, including some good news about drag bans in west Texas and absurd lawsuits against the Freedom From Religion Foundation. James Dobson’s death, Kim Davis’s bigotry, Tex. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s abuses of power, and Doug Wilson’s Christian Nationalism all get broken down. Plus, is ICE acting like the Gestapo? Andrew answers. Episode Show Notes:We covered Ryan Walters suing FFRF in episode 7. The decision booting Walters out of court is here. My full talk at West Texas A&M is here. I begin dressing in drag around 28minutes in. The Fifth Circuit decision is here. You can support the Secular Student Alliance here. Full videos of the clips in this episode:Doug wilson clipDan patrick videoICE: “Liberals already ruined this country” ICE: “Proud boys? They're great guys. They love the United States.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u29UJtpA3x0 0:38-0:48Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content every Monday - and all the benefits from Straight White American Jesus: bonus content on Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/Subscribe to One Nation, Indivisible with Axis Mundi MediaAndrew's socials: Instagram TikTok YouTube Threads BlueskyAndrew’s books: American Crusade: How the Supreme Court is Weaponizing Religious FreedomThe Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-AmericanSecular voters are becoming a bigger share of the electorate with every presidential election. How can we harness this power and change the country for the better? Andrew brings on the person leading this charge, Sarah Levin, to discuss and to explore The Secular Vote.Support The Secular Vote here.More information is here.Secular DemsSecular strategiesSarah on InstagramSarah on XSarah on FacebookAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy