Highest Power: Church + State
Baptist News Global
A podcast from Baptist News Global examining the intersection of faith and politics at the highest levels of power. Hosted by Rick Pidcock.
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Aug 28, 2025 • 33min
Ep52: The Toll on Women of Doug Wilson's Christian Nationalist Patriarchy, with Sarah Bader
In this engaging discussion, Sarah Bader, the majority owner of the Sons of Patriarchy podcast and advocate for survivors, dives deep into the struggles of women living under Doug Wilson's Christian nationalist ideology. She shares personal stories that reveal the emotional toll of authoritarian patriarchy. Bader emphasizes the importance of accountability and women's voices in overcoming these narratives. The conversation also critiques media misrepresentations, highlighting the resilience of women challenging the status quo. It's a powerful call for unity and action.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 35min
Ep51: How Authoritarian Christians Appeal to the Bible but End Up Recreating Ancient Empire Dynamics in Modern Politics
Delve into how authoritarian Christianity echoes ancient empires, shaping modern politics. Discover the roots of societal norms regarding gender roles and authority, questioning conservative biblical interpretations. The discussion navigates the ties between spiritual and earthly hierarchies, revealing how divine rule influences governance. Explore the relationship between Christian nationalism and authoritarianism, using familiar Disney narratives to highlight the urgency of awareness and engagement in countering these movements.
Aug 21, 2025 • 34min
Ep50: Getting Trump into Heaven Through His Foreign Policy, & the Death of James Dobson
Thursday, August 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.
Aug 18, 2025 • 26min
Ep49: The Big Meeting & How Christian Nationalists are Torn Between Allegiance to Trump and Idolization of Putin
Monday, August 18, 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.
Aug 14, 2025 • 43min
Ep48: How Should the Media Cover Doug Wilson? with Sarah Stankorb & Peter Bell
Thursday, August 14, 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.
Aug 11, 2025 • 32min
Ep47: An Update on Laura Anderson & Navigating Therapy, Coaching, & Religious Trauma, with Emily Maynard
Monday, August 11, 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.
Aug 7, 2025 • 19min
Ep46: Gun Violence & the Shooting at Fort Stewart
Thursday, August 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.
Aug 4, 2025 • 23min
Ep45: Eugenics, JD Vance, & Sydney Sweeney's "Jeans," with Audrey Clare Farley
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.
Jul 31, 2025 • 32min
Ep44: Religious Trauma Coach Laura Anderson's Code of Ethics Violations
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.
Jul 28, 2025 • 20min
Ep43: Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters Caught with Porn on Screen During School Board Meeting
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.
