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.
Episodes
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Apr 14, 2025 • 39min
Ep13: Effects of Tariffs on Asian Americans, with R. Scott Okamoto
Monday, April 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.
Apr 10, 2025 • 28min
Ep12: Immigration, Tariffs, & Loving Neighbors, with Karen Swallow Prior
Thursday, April 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.
Apr 7, 2025 • 29min
Ep11: Flags as Symbolic Power, with Mara Richards Bim
Monday, April 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.
Apr 3, 2025 • 19min
Ep10: Cory Booker's 25-Hour Speech, Tariffs, & Retributive Justice
Thursday, April 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.
Mar 31, 2025 • 24min
Ep9: Trump's Executive Order & Rewriting History, with Beth Allison Barr
Monday, March 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.
Mar 27, 2025 • 30min
Ep8: Domination, Liberation, & Christian Aid, with Chrissy Stroop
Thursday, March 27, 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.
Mar 24, 2025 • 21min
Ep7: Crisis of Masculinity, with Rev. Angela Denker
Rev. Angela Denker, a Lutheran pastor and author, shares her insights on the crisis of masculinity as influenced by sexism and racism. She urges a redefinition of masculinity, advocating for compassion over toxic stereotypes. The discussion dives into the healing power of sports, illustrating how team dynamics foster empathy and community. Denker emphasizes the need for a more inclusive understanding of identity, merging theology with personal growth to help young men navigate their roles in society.
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Mar 20, 2025 • 25min
Ep6: GRACE Report: Tim Whitaker & The New Evangelicals
The investigation into Tim Whitaker and The New Evangelicals sheds light on harmful power dynamics in both conservative and progressive Christianity. Serious allegations challenge the accountability of this movement, raising questions about leadership complexities. The discussion encourages self-awareness and reflection on one's role within hierarchical structures, promoting a collective mission for change in faith communities. This engaging dialogue motivates listeners to examine their beliefs and advocate for a healthier spiritual environment.
Mar 17, 2025 • 21min
Ep5: The Media vs. Trump, with Mark Wingfield
Monday, March 17, 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.
Mar 13, 2025 • 20min
Ep4: Standing Up for the Marginalized Amid Trump's Reign of Terror, with Susan M. Shaw
Thursday, March 13, 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.
