The Church Politics Podcast

Justin gives 3 reasons why we should critique and correct people in our identity group. He also talks about mental illness and Americans' optimism about Trump's presidency.Show notes: https://unherd.com/2025/01/bring-back-paternalism-for-the-mentally-ill/https://x.com/iapolls2022/status/1880985783990890529?s=46&t=QIXD2eZx9xXe5eDxKKUDPg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin sits down with Dr. Jaha Howard to discuss the L.A. fires and Obama laughing with Trump at President Jimmy Carter's funeral.Show Notes:https://www.wsj.com/video/trump-wont-rule-out-military-action-to-control-greenland-and-panama-canal/043CB4EE-DEAB-429B-B320-FE104802BC4E.htmlhttps://www.axios.com/2025/01/12/la-wildfires-gavin-newsom-natural-disaster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses what's wrong with college sports and why it will hurt everyone involved. He also talks about President Jimmy Carter's death and what political issues to look out for in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses the prospect of Trump using lawfare against Democratic leaders. He also talks about today's Supreme Court hearing and updates on the cause of the Covid pandemic. Show Notes:https://www.npr.org/2024/12/04/nx-s1-5179003/supreme-court-gender-affirming-care-trans-kids Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and guest Dr. Jaha Howard discuss the fall of cable news and Trump's administrative nominees. They also talk about the work the church is doing after natural disasters. Show Notes:https://reason.com/2024/11/18/pentagon-fails-7th-audit-in-a-row-but-hopes-to-pass-by-2028/https://www.sendrelief.org/story/east-tennessee-churches-spring-into-action-serve-after-hurricane-helene/Religious Exclusion: https://vimeo.com/257069046 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses the battle going on between Nancy Pelosi and Bernie Sanders and whether or not Democrats have abandoned the working class. He also discusses Trump's picks for his new administration and Harris losing the Muslim vote. Show Notes:https://apnews.com/article/trump-staff-picks-stefanik-wiles-stephen-miller-tom-homan-243d73610b03a3ee18c4d5f68756af7chttps://newrepublic.com/post/188048/michigan-dearborn-arab-americans-election-harris-trump-stein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin talks with Chris Butler about Trump's historic re-election. They talk about what the message that was sent, how the Democrats went wrong and where do we all go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses the name calling in the presidential race and how Christians should react to it. He also talks about an unpublished study and why we should have hope even if our candidate loses. Show Notes:https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/23/science/puberty-blockers-olson-kennedy.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter Sonski, a presidential candidate for the American Solidarity Party, discusses the intersection of faith and politics amid controversy surrounding VP Harris's rally, where Christian activists were expelled. The conversation touches on the authenticity of political candidates' faith and critiques the current two-party system. Sonski advocates for distributism and common good capitalism, emphasizing economic justice and the dignity of labor. He also reflects on how the church can engage with political issues without losing integrity.

The conversation tackles Obama's remarks on sexism among some Black men towards VP Harris. It also delves into the shifting dynamics of Black voter support, especially regarding recent elections. The hosts reflect on the importance of communication and understanding in addressing these changes within the community. Personal expression in societal norms, such as fashion choices, is explored for its broader implications. Additionally, the discussion highlights the complexities of political maneuvering and the need for civic engagement.