Gail and Nate discuss a bit about the history of Bob Jones University, its influence on the Evangelical world at large, and the odd extremism it's known for. Rick Pidcock joins in to provide some updates on the university and share some thoughts about the possible future of the institution.

Sources:

• Bob Jones University v. United States
• "The Real Origins of the Religious Right," Politico
• "Billy Graham had a rocky relationship with Bob Jones University and its past presidents," Greenville Online
• "Bob Jones Univ. apologizes for racist policies," NBC News
• "Bob Jones University president resigns in battle with board chairman," Baptist News Global
• "Old wounds and power hierarchies are in fashion at Bob Jones University," Baptist News Global

Podcasts about BJU:

• Full Mutuality | Season 1, Episode 16: BJU & Me: Queer Voices from the World's Most Christian University — with Lance Weldy & Peter Crane
• Chapel Probation | Season 2, Episode 4: The Demerit King of Bob Jones U (BJU)
• Surviving Bob Jones University | Subscribe here

Rick Pidcock:

• Website | rickpidcock.com
• Articles | Baptist News Global
• Music | Provoke Wonder

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