Highest Power: Church + State

Monday, August 4, 2025 — You're listening to Highest Power: Church + State, a weekly podcast from Baptist News Global, hosted by Rick Pidcock. Support faith-based journalism at baptistnews.com.

Thursday, July 31, 2025 — You're listening to Highest Power: Church + State, a weekly podcast from Baptist News Global, hosted by Rick Pidcock. Support faith-based journalism at baptistnews.com.

An unexpected scandal unfolds at an Oklahoma school board meeting when explicit content is projected, sparking outrage. The incident highlights the hypocrisy of a state superintendent who campaigns against pornography yet finds himself entangled in it. Discussions delve into the power dynamics of entitlement and accountability, especially regarding children's welfare and educational policies. A determined Oklahoma mother confronts the superintendent, shedding light on deeper issues of indoctrination and the need for transparency in education.

Thursday, July 24, 2025 — You're listening to Highest Power: Church + State, a weekly podcast from Baptist News Global, hosted by Rick Pidcock. Support faith-based journalism at baptistnews.com.

Monday, July 21, 2025 — You're listening to Highest Power: Church + State, a weekly podcast from Baptist News Global, hosted by Rick Pidcock. Support faith-based journalism at baptistnews.com.

The podcast dives into the complex legacy of a recently deceased evangelical leader, sparking a discussion on the impact of authority in faith. It critiques the harsh conditions at 'Alligator Alcatraz,' revealing inhumane treatment of detainees. The conversation also highlights manipulative tactics within political discourse and addresses the Epstein case, questioning moral responsibility. Additionally, it challenges traditional gender roles through the story of a stay-at-home dad, urging a reevaluation of beliefs tied to male authority.

Donald Trump, former President of the United States, engages in a candid discussion about his controversial behavior towards women and his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The conversation dives into the repercussions of the Access Hollywood tape and the complexities of sexual entitlement within evangelical circles. Trump’s alleged connections raise troubling questions about power dynamics and consent, while the darker aspects of Epstein's legacy and the implications of conspiracy theories are also explored, shedding light on accountability and sexual violence.

Thursday, July 10, 2025 — You're listening to Highest Power: Church + State, a weekly podcast from Baptist News Global, hosted by Rick Pidcock. Support faith-based journalism at baptistnews.com.

Monday, July 7, 2025 — You're listening to Highest Power: Church + State, a weekly podcast from Baptist News Global, hosted by Rick Pidcock. Support faith-based journalism at baptistnews.com.

Thursday, July 3, 2025 — You're listening to Highest Power: Church + State, a weekly podcast from Baptist News Global, hosted by Rick Pidcock. Support faith-based journalism at baptistnews.com.