Brad analyzes the new hit song, "The Rich Men North of Richmond," which has become an anthem for right-wing populism. 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/

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The Rich Men North of Richmond

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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Brad and Matt Taylor discuss recent flag controversies and the dishonest ways leaders have dismissed the Appeal to Heaven symbol as innocuous. They explore the historical and political influence of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) in U.S. presidential elections since 2000, detailing their involvement in George W. Bush's and Donald Trump's campaigns. The conversation shifts to the current strategies of the NAR and its coordination with Turning Point USA and Charlie Kirk in swing states for the 2024 election, particularly targeting Latino and African American communities. The episode emphasizes the growing political impact of the NAR and the urgency for broader awareness and media coverage. Buy Matthew Taylor's book, The Violent Take It By Force: https://icjs.org/the-violent-take-it-by-force/ Spiritual Warriors NAR Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ev0P92-fqs Charismatic Revival Fury: https://icjs.org/charismatic-revival-fury/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NAR WATCH Episode 2: Charlie Kirk Joins Forces With NAR Leaders, A History of the NAR and Presidents, and Weird Reactions to the Appeal to Heaven Flag

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

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