PostEverything

By Brad Edwards and John HoumesSociety & Culture Business Religion & Spirituality Christianity Management

PostEverything episodes

March 18 Secularization Isn't Gravity w/ Stefan Paas
Secularization Isn’t Gravity
Apatheism, Exile, and Mission Without Power (with Stefan Paas)
Is Christianity declining in the West—or are we misunderstanding what’s happening?
Missiologist Stefan Paas argues that secularization isn’t inevitable. It’s not gravity. Instead, it’s the result of millions of personal decisions—and that means its trajectory can change.
In this episode of Post Everything, John Houmes talks with Paas about the rise of apatheism—a cultural moment where God isn’t rejected so much as ignored—and what it means for Christian mission in a post-Christian society.
Rather than responding with panic, nostalgia, or attempts to reclaim cultural power, Paas suggests that the Church may need to rediscover something much older: faithful witness from the margins.

Together they discuss:

Why indifference may be a bigger challenge than hostility

The surprising religious curiosity among younger generations

What Christians can learn from the biblical experience of exile

Why worship may be one of the most countercultural practices left

How the Church can maintain its identity without resentment

Why mission today may look less like conquest—and more like creating small “niches” of hope and beauty

Chapters
00:00 Intro
03:50 🧐 Christianity's Current Social Position
09:20 Christian Proclamation Amidst Apatheism
11:20 ⚽️ Christians on Liverpool FC
12:00 🎙️ Proclamation through Podcasting
16:00 Worship as Rebellion
20:55 ✝️ 🇺🇸Faith Identity & National Identity
21:30 Secularization as Exile
27:30 Learning From Historic Black Church
29:00 Identity Maintenance in Exile
34:00 Formation as Preparation for Exile
35:30 ⛪️ Six Western Types of Churches
36:30 🇺🇸 American Impulses in Church Style
40:00 Love of Enemies in Exile
43:40 ⏱️ The Kingdom of God - Geography or Chronology?
44:30 Doxology & Mission Aren't Efficient
50:05 John's Favorite Paas Quote
52:53 Is God Behind Secularization?
55:00 🌎 ⛪️The Church & the World
56:00 Christian Spirituality & Identity in Exile
59:00 Secularization = Sum of a Million Decisions
1:01:45 So Many Enemies

1 hr 4 min
March 04Faithful in the Fracture
In this follow-up to our conversation with Dr. George Yancey, John and Brad wrestle with a pressing question:
How do Christians live as holy, set-apart people—both hospitable and faithful—while navigating exile and cultural chaos?
Drawing on current tensions in Minneapolis and the broader polarization shaping our moment, they explore how alienation on both the left and the right fuels entitlement, outrage, and a destructive feedback loop that makes collective problem-solving nearly impossible.
But this episode isn’t just cultural analysis—it’s pastoral.
Brad introduces a crucial distinction: revival chasing vs. remnant building. In a liminal age, the church’s calling may not be dramatic cultural takeover, but patient formation—becoming a people anchored in Christ, capable of loving our enemies without fear.

In this episode:
Why alienation is driving polarization on both sides

How compassion becomes weaponized into coercion

The “feedback loop” fueling culture-war escalation

Why small churches may be uniquely positioned right now

Revival chasing vs. remnant building

Why loving our enemies is not optional Christianity

Letting the Kingdom—not the culture—set the table for our faith
At the heart of it all: Jesus did not come to defeat a political party. He came announcing the Kingdom of God. And He loved His enemies all the way to the cross.
Hashtags:
#PostEverythingPodcast #FaithfulInTheFracture #LiminalAge #ChristianLeadership #CulturalApologetics #SpiritualFormation #LoveYourEnemies #ChurchInExile

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
00:59 – Welcome Back
01:30 – The Big Question
03:39 – Beneath the Conflict
05:58 – A Human Example
07:21 – The Other Alienation
09:13 – Compassion and Power
10:53 – Entitlement Explained
13:12 – Minnesota Tensions
14:57 – The Feedback Loop
16:54 – Why It Feels Impossible
18:14 – The Small Church Moment
19:14 – Citizens in Exile
21:00 – Revival or Remnant
23:27 – Cultivating the Soil
25:09 – Human Effort, God’s Work
26:47 – Beyond the Cacophony
27:00 – The Kingdom Sets the Table
28:11 – “Are You for Us?”
29:53 – Discipleship First
30:30 – Love Your Enemies
31:47 – Closing Encouragement

#FaithAndCulture #ChurchLeadership #SpiritualFormation
33 min
February 18Everything is a Litmus Test w/ George A. Yancey
Identity Politics, Polarization & Moral Persuasion — with Dr. George Yancey
Why does every political controversy feel like a Rorschach test?
In this episode of Posteverything, sociologist Dr. George Yancey joins us to explore identity politics, polarization, and whether moral persuasion still works in a culture that rewards outrage over understanding.
We discuss how framing everything through power and oppression reshapes public discourse, why polarization may be a crisis of moral formation rather than ideology, and what happens when shared moral language erodes.
We also examine Tim Keller’s “Third Way,” the limits of political power, and the church’s role in forming people who can engage culture without being consumed by it.
This is a conversation about truth, trust, leadership—and what kind of people we need to become in a liminal age.

🔍 Big Questions We Explore
Is identity politics a strategy—or a substitute religion?

When does moral persuasion break down?

What happens when we lose shared moral language?

What kind of people do we need to become in a liminal age?

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
02:15 The Cost of Identity Politics
06:59 Polarization and Its Consequences
13:38 The Evolution of Racial Dynamics
20:29 Understanding Identity Politics
28:19 Tim Keller's Third Way
34:34 Moral Persuasion and Its Challenges
40:20 The Role of the Church in Society
49:18 Navigating a Post-Secular World
1 hr
February 04 A.I. in Warfare & Society w/ Peter W. Singer
John and Brad welcome back renowned political scientist, ethicist and
specialist on 21st century warfare, Peter Warren Singer.

They discuss advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for society. Singer reflects on the evolution of AI over the past two and a
half years, highlighting both the positive and negative impacts it has
had on various sectors, including politics and the economy. He
emphasizes the dual nature of AI's influence, where it can drive
economic growth while simultaneously raising concerns about job
displacement and societal disruption. The conversation also touches on
the military applications of AI, particularly in the context of the
ongoing Ukraine conflict, where innovative uses of drones have
transformed warfare dynamics.
As the discussion progresses, Singer delves into the broader cultural
and social ramifications of AI, noting how it affects personal identity
and community roles. He shares insights from a survey of experts
regarding the anticipated effects of AI on different aspects of life,
including healthcare and social interactions. The episode concludes with
a personal story from Singer about his son's charitable initiative,
Cancer Kicks, which aims to support cancer patients while funding
research, showcasing a positive response to adversity in the face of
technological change.
#warfare #artificialintelligence #cancer #dronewarfare #tech
Chapters:
00:00-02:00 Intro
02:01-10:18 What's changed in two and a half years in AI?
10:18-20:29 Ukraine/Russia drone warfare and tech advances
20:30-35:00 U.S. Rivalry w/ China...and Taiwan
35:00-47:59 Military Advancements and Societal Impacts
48:00-54:05 Cancer Kicks (Peter's Son's Non-Profit)
54:06-1:07:33 John and Brad's Take-Aways
Listen on:
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/2IduWunxhhDfZd8vYOGNab?si=a9c8901c0b5b43dc
Apple Podast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/posteverything/id1676174977

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Resources:
Peter Singer books:
https://pwsinger.com/books
Cancerkicks:
https://www.cancerkicks.org/
Cancerkicks store:
https://store.cancerkicks.org/
Corporate Catalog (for groups buying with their own logo on the items):
https://www.cancerkicks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CorporateCatalog.pdf
1 hr 3 min
January 21 Theology & Discipleship in the Age of AI w/ Michael Graham
S2E2 (#69)
In this conversation, Mike Graham discusses the implications of artificial intelligence on cultural apologetics, focusing on the AI Christian Benchmark report. He explores the methodology behind the report, the theological reliability of AI outputs, and the challenges and opportunities presented by AI technology. The discussion also delves into the role of institutions, the church's response to technology, and the importance of navigating the complexities of AI in a redemptive manner.

CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
02:00 Why Study AI?
05:30 Cultural Complexity and the Church
08:20 Is AI Just a Smarter Google?
10:15 Spiritual Questions People Ask AI
12:25 Differing Outputs from Different LLMs
17:50 Why Are the Models So Different?
23:00 Epistemological Scrambling and the Future
25:00 More on Using AI vs Googling
30:57 Gemini’s Response to the TGC Report
34:25 Will AI Disrupt Society Like Social Media Has?
41:50 TGC’s Plan for Discipleship Tools Around AI
43:10 Digital Divination
46:45 More on AI and Social Media
53:35 The Future of the Church
01:01:30 Triperspectivalism
01:02:39 The Complexity of the Future
01:08:21 Brad and John’s Take-Aways

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1 hr 22 min
January 07 A.I., Learning & Virtue w/ Alan Noble
S2E1 (#68)

Alan Noble discusses the current state of higher education, the
implications of AI, and the importance of holistic formation and
mentorship. He emphasizes the need for community in education and the
ethical considerations surrounding AI's role in learning.
Noble advocates for a return to virtue and moral excellence in
education, arguing that these elements are essential for preparing
students to navigate a chaotic world. He also addresses the challenges
posed by AI in academia and the necessity of embodying education in a
community setting.
#artificialintelligence #higherlearning #highereducation #virtue
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
02:06 The State of the Union of Higher Ed
08:46 What Should Higher Ed Be About?
13:25 Economics and Ideology and Education
14:54 Virtue, AI and Formation
29:59 Embodied Education and Life
37:35 Alan’s New Book: To Live Well
41:47 Are Virtues Anti-Holy Spirit?
49:48 Brad and John’s Take-Aways

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1 hr 9 min
December 02, 2025 We're Back: Season 6 Preview
Brad and John return to discuss all things liminal, reflecting on their
journey since the last season, and pondering the ongoing cultural
changes that define our current liminal age. They explore the
complexities of navigating change, the impact of social media algorithms
on perception, and the importance of context in understanding reality.
The conversation delves into the anxiety surrounding certainty in a
rapidly changing world, the role of storytelling in shaping truth, and
the church's responsibility to steward truth amidst these challenges.
They also discuss the implications of artificial intelligence on culture
and the church's vital role in providing community and meaning in
uncertain times, concluding with a preview of the upcoming season.
Resources Mentioned:
The Reason for Church, by Brad Edwards:
Book of the Year
Rooted by the River:
Youtube
Audio
The Last Invention:

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52 min
May 14, 2025 Engaging Culture Post-Vibe Shift
In our Season 5 wrap-up, Brad and John unpack how the recent vibe shift is reshaping cultural narratives—and what it means for Christians today.

Key Points:

What is a vibe shift?

Should digitalization affect how the Church does cultural apologetics?

How has social media affected our individual and cultural narratives?

What happens when the vibe shift goes to D.C.?

The Church is still God's Plan A.

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58 min
April 30, 2025 Why the Church is Necessary with Truth Over Tribe
Today, Brad joins the Truth Over Tribe podcast to discuss his recent book, "The Reason For Church."

He and Patrick Miller discuss why Christian culture has been stuck in an anti-vision mindset and why a negative perception around institutions as a whole is partly to blame. Brad details why the Church is so necessary and explains how many Christians have forgotten the Church’s role as a source of healing and community. But what about people who have experienced spiritual abuse at the hands of the Church? We hope this episode offers an honest-yet-hopeful vision for church as a necessary institution.

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59 min
April 21, 2025 The Reason For Church Is Out!
Brad's new book, The Reason for Church: Why the Body of Christ Still Matters in an Age of Anxiety, Division, and Radical Individualism, is officially out.

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About PostEverything

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How do you move forward when norms and expectations are changing faster than you can blink? With institutional trust at an all-time low, leaders on life support, and individualism compromising every inch of society, many of us are asking if it’s even possible (or sane) to build something that lasts.