In her new book, 24/7 News: Cable Television and the Fragmenting of America From Watergate to Fox News, Dr. Kathryn Cramer Brownell, Associate Professor of History at Purdue University, shows how cable became an unstoppable medium for political communication that prioritized cult followings and loyalty to individual brands, fundamentally reshaped party politics, and, in the process, sowed the seeds of democratic upheaval. In her conversation with Brad, Dr. Brownell reveals how cable TV created new possibilities for antiestablishment voices and opened a pathway to political prominence for seemingly unlikely figures like Donald Trump by playing to narrow audiences and cultivating division instead of common ground. Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus episodes, ad-free listening, access to the entire 500-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Buy the book here in order to support SWAJ: https://bookshop.org/lists/swaj-recommends-september-2023/edit

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Can Democracy Survive 24/7 Cable News?

An in-depth examination of the culture and politics of Christian Nationalism and Evangelicalism by two ex-evangelical ministers-turned-religion professors. If you have ever wondered what social and historical forces led white evangelicals to usher Donald Trump into the White House this is the show for you. As former insiders and critical scholars of religion, Dan Miller and Bradley Onishi have a unique perspective on the Religious Right. Guests have included Chrissy Stroop, R. Marie Griffith, Janelle Wong, Randall Balmer, Katherine Stewart, and many others.

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Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get full access to this episode, bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 500-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Brad Onishi converses with Dr. Scott Coley, author of 'Ministers of Propaganda: Truth, Power, and the Ideology of the Religious Right.' Coley discusses the concepts of ideology, propaganda, and legitimizing narratives within conservative evangelical communities. They explore how these elements create and maintain social hierarchies, such as those based on race and gender, and the role of 'Christo authoritarianism.' Coley emphasizes how religious resources are used to justify and perpetuate these hierarchies. The episode also addresses how questioning or resisting these beliefs is often suppressed within these communities. Buy Ministers of Propaganda: https://www.eerdmans.com/9781467466004/ministers-of-propaganda/ 00:00 Introduction to Civil Rights Movement and Passive Resistance 00:51 Critique of Civil Rights Movement's Approach 01:43 Introducing Dr. Scott Coley and His Book 03:53 Understanding Ideology and Propaganda 07:48 Legitimizing Narratives and Social Hierarchies 17:26 Christo Authoritarianism and the Hermeneutics of Legitimization 25:03 Explicit and Implicit White Supremacy in Evangelicalism 35:08 Gender Hierarchies and Patriarchy in Evangelicalism 39:06 Conclusion and Premium Content Information   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decoding Christo-Authoritarianism, Ideology, and Propaganda w/ Dr. Scott Coley

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get full access to this episode, bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 500-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Brad Onishi and Dan Miller examine the shocking comments by Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito caught on tape and contrast them with Chief Justice John Roberts' more measured approach. The hosts also delve into the Southern Baptist Convention's recent resolution condemning in vitro fertilization (IVF) and its implications for reproductive rights and the 2024 elections. Lastly, they discuss Georgia as a testing ground for voter suppression tactics designed to benefit Trump and the GOP in upcoming elections. 00:00 Introduction: The Challenge of Polarization 01:19 Supreme Court Controversies: Alito's Shocking Comments 01:55 Analyzing Alito and Roberts: Trust in the Supreme Court 02:04 Southern Baptist Convention and Reproductive Rights 02:22 Georgia's Voter Suppression Tactics 02:55 Meet the Hosts: Brad and Dan 04:43 Supreme Court Justices Undercover: Alito and Roberts 30:48 Reflecting on Political Discourse and Integrity 31:11 Supreme Court Controversies: Then and Now 34:34 Southern Baptist Convention's Stance on IVF 38:24 Political Implications of the SBC's IVF Resolution 50:00 Georgia: The MAGA Movement's Testing Ground 51:06 Election Integrity and Voter Suppression Tactics 59:32 Hope Amidst Political Turmoil 01:01:01 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Weekly Roundup: More Supreme Court Controversies, SBC Condemns IVF, and Georgia's as a Lab for Stealing 2024

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 500-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ If you’ve encountered today’s right-wing culture warriors, you have heard them lambast efforts at LGBTQ+ inclusion, police reform, combatting climate change, and myriad other issues as reflecting the “spirit of the age.” But what do they mean by this? Where does this phrase come from? Is it specifically Christian, or does it have broader meanings? And most importantly, once we decode this phrase, what do we find people doing with it? Dan tackles these questions in this week’s episode. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Order Brad's book:	https://bookshop.org/a/95982/9781506482163   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's in the Code Ep 101: “Spirit of the Age”

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get full access to this episode, bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 500-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Brad Onishi discusses with Eric Klinenberg the long-lasting social and political effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, framing it as a form of 'social long COVID.' The conversation highlights how the events of 2020 intensified distrust in government and deepened societal divisions, setting the stage for challenges in the 2024 elections. They also explore the symbolic role of face masks in these divisions and the impact of local mutual aid networks. Looking ahead, they assess how unresolved issues from 2020 continue to influence American civic life and political attitudes. 
 00:00 Introduction: The Lingering Effects of 2020 01:25 The Social Disease of Long COVID 02:04 Reflecting on the Pandemic's Impact 02:12 Interview with Eric Kleinberg 04:07 The Symbolism of Masks 07:49 America's Unique Pandemic Response 25:38 Mutual Aid Networks and Community Resilience 31:49 The Structural Isolation Crisis 36:25 Looking Ahead to the 2024 Election 43:31 Conclusion: The Future of American Democracy   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America's Suffering From Social Long Covid w/ Dr. Eric Klinenberg

Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get full access to this episode, bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 500-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Brad and Dan discuss the harsh rhetoric from the American right in response to Trump's recent conviction on 34 felonies, including calls for retribution against Democrats. They explore the significant ethical issues surrounding Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito. The episode also covers Texas' proposed public school curriculum changes that push a Christian-centric education, and reactions from a Mexican American family's departure from Idaho due to feeling unwelcome. The hosts emphasize the dangers of the current conservative landscape and its implications for American politics and education. 00:00 Introduction: Should Democrats Be in Jail? 00:26 Reactions to Trump's Conviction 01:04 Exploring the Supreme Court Fallout 02:09 Texas School Curriculum Controversy 02:33 Weekly Roundup and Personal Updates 04:04 Discussion on Trump's Verdict and Political Reactions 18:30 Clarence Thomas and Supreme Court Ethics 29:26 Frustration with Institutional Norms 30:08 Texas School Curriculum Controversy 31:54 Religious Influence in Education 38:46 Parental Concerns and Ignorance 46:01 Texas GOP Convention Highlights 53:25 Mexican American Family's Idaho Experience 59:46 Concluding Thoughts and Reasons for Hope   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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