The New Evangelicals Podcast

By Tim Whitaker

What's The New Evangelicals Podcast about?

The New Evangelicals Podcast is here to push the Evangelical Church forward and to re-think how it approaches key cultural issues.

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The New Evangelicals Podcast episodes:

04.15.2024
244. TNE TALKS: Our Unique Moment In American Democracy // Sharon McMahon
Summary Sharon McMahon discusses her background. She emphasizes the importance of pluralism and focusing on behaviors rather than beliefs. She shares her passion for government and history, as well as the process of writing her book The Small and the Mighty. Takeaways Engaging...
04.12.2024
243. TNE RECAPS: Trump Got (Just) ONE Thing Right? // April Ajoy and Tim Whitaker
Check out our website for merch, educational materials, and how to join our community! If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here! Follow Us On Instagram @thenewevangelicals Subscribe On YouTube The New Evangelicals exists to support those who are tired...
04.10.2024
242. TNE RESPONDS: Why You Should Ignore This Pastor's Wedding Advice // Tim Whitaker
Summary In this conversation, Tim responds to a viral clip of a mega church pastor giving marriage advice. He critiques the pastor's perspective on marriage, particularly the gendered and stereotypical views that men don't care about weddings and women's bodies belong...
04.08.2024
241. TNE TALKS: Flanked by a Brovangelical // Reverend Susan Langner
Summary In this conversation, Tim Whitaker interviews Reverend Susan Langner, who was the subject of a YouTube video where a young man confronts her for being a female LGBTQ affirming pastor. They discuss the incident, the challenges of being a woman...
04.05.2024
240. TNE RECAPS: Christian Visibility Day?! // April Ajoy
Summary In this conversation, Tim and April discuss negative reviews Tim has received for his podcast and delve into the topic of prophecy. They also analyze a controversial statement made by pastor Josh Howerton about women's roles on their wedding night....
04.03.2024
239. TNE RESPONDS: Loving Genocide? // Dr. Randal Rauser
Summary In this conversation, Tim and Dr. Randal Rauser respond to a video from the Within Reason Podcast hosted by atheist Alex O'Connor, in which he discusses William Lane Craig's defense of the Canaanite slaughter in the Bible. They discuss the...
04.01.2024
238. TNE TALKS: Decolonizing Deconstruction // Janice Lagata and Ashlee
Summary In this conversation, Tim, Janice, and Ashlee discuss their origin story and how they connected on social media. They delve into the pitfalls of social media deconstruction content creation, grifters, what healthy accountability looks like, and why caution when choosing...
03.29.2024
237. TNE RECAPS: Trump The Holy Week Bible Salesman // Andrew L. Whitehead
Summary In this episode, Tim and Andrew L. Whitehead discuss recent events related to Christian nationalism. They start by examining Donald Trump's attempt to sell a Bible during Holy Week, highlighting the disconnect between his actions and his claims of faith....
03.27.2024
236. TNE RESPONDS: Is That REALLY Why People Deconstruct? // Tim Whitaker
Summary In this episode, Tim responds to a clip from John Mark Comer discussing the reasons why people deconstruct their faith. Tim critiques Comer's points and offers his own insights. He highlights the importance of addressing church abuse and unaccountable spaces,...
03.25.2024
235. TNE TALKS: Life After Doom // Brian McLaren
Summary Brian McLaren discusses his new book, Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart, that addresses the multiple crises facing our world, including climate change, white Christian nationalism, and ecological overshoot. McLaren emphasizes the feeling of doom...
03.22.2024
234. TNE RECAPS: The End of the World is Here (FOR REAL) // April Ajoy
Summary In this episode, Tim and April introduce their new segment, TNE Recaps, where they discuss and provide humorous commentary on current events. They start by reviewing and voting on the Tweet of the Week, which includes tweets from Nancy Piercy,...
03.20.2024
233. TNE RESPONDS: The Worst Sermon Ever? // Kevin Carnahan
Summary In this conversation, Tim and Kevin Carnahan review a sermon by Ed Young, a former president of the Southern Baptist Convention. The sermon includes xenophobic rhetoric and misinformation about immigration. They discuss the misinterpretation of parables, the intertwining of Texas...
03.18.2024
232. TNE TALKS: The False White Gospel // Jim Wallis
Summary Jim Wallis is author of several books that discuss the rise of white Christian nationalism and its threat to democracy. He calls for a remnant church that stands against Christian nationalism and works towards justice and equality. Takeaways White Christian nationalism is...
03.15.2024
231. The Case Against John MacArthur // Tim Whitaker
Summary In this episode, Tim delves into the case against John MacArthur, a well-known pastor and theologian. He discusses MacArthur's views on slavery, and highlights MacArthur's legacy of protecting men in his church who have been accused of sexual abuse. Tim...
03.13.2024
230. Libs of TikTok’s Propaganda Can’t Stand Up to Actual Journalism // Billie Hoard
Tim is joined by Billie Hoard to watch and respond to Libs of TikTok creator Chaya Raichik’s DISASTER of an interview with Taylor Lorenz in what is a masterclass of learning how propaganda words and how empty its rhetoric is. Check...
03.11.2024
229. What Comes After The White Evangelical Church? // Sarah McCammon
Summary Sarah McCammon discusses her book, The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living and Leaving the White Evangelical Church, and her personal journey of leaving the white evangelical church. She explores the reasons for writing the book and the motivations behind the exvangelical movement. Takeaways The...
03.08.2024
228. The Surprising New Data on Christian Nationalism // Tim Whitaker
Summary In this episode, Tim delves into the PRRI data on Christian nationalism, highlighting the percentage of Americans who adhere to or reject Christian nationalist views. Tim explores the geographical breakdown of Christian nationalism support, its correlation with political affiliation, and...
03.06.2024
227. The Deconstruction of Christianity? A Book Review // Thomas Jay Oord
Summary In this conversation, Tim Whitaker and Thomas Jay Oord discuss the book 'The Deconstruction of Christianity' by Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett. They explore themes such as the concept of objective truth, the ambiguity of scripture, the role of subjectivity...
03.04.2024
226. How Relationships Change Everything // BIll Yoh
Summary Bill Yoh, a member of one of America's wealthiest families, shares his journey from the business world to working in nonprofit and faith-based spaces. Bill emphasizes the importance of faith becoming the central part of life and using his privilege...
03.01.2024
225. The BIGGEST Factor in the 2024 Election?
Andrew Whitehead joins Tim to talk about the brand new PRRI data on Christian Nationalism and how it will impact this year's 2024 election. Read the report here Support Our Work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
02.28.2024
224. Targeted By Libs of TikTok! // Billie Hoard
Summary In this conversation, Tim Whitaker and Billie Hoard discuss recent cases of violence against trans people and the hostile environment they face. They highlight the controversial mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral and the case of Next Benedict, a non-binary teenager...
02.26.2024
223. Living Undivided, Loving Courageously for Racial Healing and Justice // Chuck Mingo and Troy Jackson
Summary Chuck Mingo and Troy Jackson discuss their book, Living Undivided: Loving Courageously for Racial Healing and Justice, and the work they do with Undivided, a nonprofit organization focused on racial justice. They emphasize the importance of relationships, community, and personal...
02.19.2024
222. The Rise and Fall of the Christian Music Industry // Leah Payne, PhD.
Summary In this conversation, Tim Whitaker and Leah Payne, PhD. discuss her book, God Gave Rock and Roll to You, that outlines the origins and impact of contemporary Christian music (CCM). They explore the power of music in religious experiences and...
02.16.2024
221. He Gets Us, Evangelicals Don't Get Him // Tim Whitaker
In this episode, Tim shares his thoughts on the He Gets Us Super Bowl commercial. Check out our website for merch, educational materials, and how to join our community! If you'd like to support our work, you can DONATE here! Follow Us...
02.14.2024
220. Women's Suffrage Was a Net... LOSS?! // Sheila Gregoire and Dr. Beth Allison Barr
Summary Dr. Nancy Pearcey, author of 'The Toxic War on Masculinity' claimed in a recent podcast interview that women’s suffrage was a net loss and that Christian marriages are healthier than their non-christian counterparts. Tim brings on Sheila Gregoire, author of...
02.12.2024
219. Start Theologizin' Bigger! // Pastor Trey Ferguson
Summary Pastor Trey Ferguson discusses his book, Theologizin' Bigger: Homilies on Living Freely and Loving Wholly, that explores the themes of the black church tradition, the interpretation of the Bible, and the impact of white supremacy on Christianity. Takeaways The fullness of God...
02.09.2024
218. Universalism: Ancient Heresy or Biblical Teaching? // Keith Giles
Summary In this conversation, Tim and Keith discuss the topic of universal reconciliation and respond to the claim that it is not a biblical or Christian perspective. They explore various themes, including the historical context of universalism, the views of early...
02.05.2024
217. Myth-Busting Sunday School // Dr. James McGrath
Summary Dr. James McGrath wrote the book, A to Z of the New Testament: Things Experts Know That Everyone Else Should Too, to help lay people with information about the NT from the cultural context. Tim and Dr. McGrath discuss the...
02.02.2024
216. Conversations with a Sinfluencer // Deconstruction Girl
Summary This conversation between Tim Whitaker and Deconstruction Girl revolves around the topic of deconstruction within Christianity. They discuss the misunderstandings and misconceptions surrounding deconstruction, the validity of deconstructing one's faith, the issue of gatekeeping and labeling, the straw man argument...
01.31.2024
215. Crisis on the Border, Trump, and the Christian Nationalism Behind It // Andrew Whitehead
This is a brand new monthly installment featuring Andrew Whitehead who's a leading sociologist of Christian Nationalism. On this month's episode Tim and Andrew unpack the Christian Nationalism that is fueling the panic at the southern border. Support Our Work Learn more about...
01.29.2024
214. Holy Ghosted and Gaslighted by God // Tiffany Yecke Brooks, PhD
Summary Tiffany Yecke Brooks, PhD shares her personal journey of growing up in a fundamentalist faith tradition. She discusses the moment she realized something was wrong and how it led her to write a book called Holy Ghosted. She also explains...
01.26.2024
213. Evangelical Voters Still Want Trump! // Riley Martinez
Summary In this conversation, Tim Whitaker and political analyst Riley Martinez discuss the New Hampshire primary and its implications for the Republican Party. They explore the voting process in the primaries and the support for both Donald Trump and Nikki Haley....
01.24.2024
212. Is Deconstruction Destroying "Historic Christianity"? // Pete Enns
Summary In this conversation, Tim and Pete Enns respond to a video discussing deconstruction by Alisa Childers, Tim Barnett, and Sean McDowell. They explore the concept of a biblical worldview and its limitations and the definition and significance of deconstruction. They...
01.22.2024
211. Shameless Oversharing After Purity Culture // Mattie Jo Cowsert
Summary In this podcast, Mattie Jo Cowsert discusses her book God, Sex & Rich People: A Recovering Evangelical Testimony, with Tim. Mattie Jo explains her background in evangelicalism and the influence of purity culture on her beliefs and sexuality. She and...
01.19.2024
210. Evangelicals VS. Civil Rights: A History // Rev. Dr. Bobby Griffith Jr.
Summary This conversation explores the historical context of evangelical opposition to the civil rights movement and draws parallels to contemporary rhetoric. The discussion highlights the similarities between the language used by Charlie Kirk and historical figures who opposed civil rights legislation....
01.17.2024
209. There is Great Love Here For You // Kevin Miguel Garcia
Summary Kevin Garcia sits down with Tim to discuss Kevin’s book, What Makes You Bloom: Cultivating a Practice for Connecting with Your Divine Self. They explore the concepts of non-monogamy, community and divine love as healing applications. Chapters 1:46 Intro into sexual ethics 6:32...
01.15.2024
208. The MLK They Never Told You About // Jemar Tisby
Summary In this episode Tim is joined by Dr. Jemar Tisby, author of The Color of Compromise and How To Fight Racism to discuss Martin Luther King Jr., and the forces in his life which brought him into the spotlight during...
01.10.2024
207. Trump off the Ballot EXPLAINED // Andrew L. Seidel
Summary In this conversation, Tim Whitaker interviews c about the disqualification of Donald Trump from the Colorado ballot and the definition of insurrection. They discuss the legal basis for disqualification under the 14th Amendment and the role of the courts in...
01.08.2024
206. Good News: Hell isn't Eternal Conscious Torment! // Derek Ryan Kubilus
Summary In this conversation, Derek Kubilus discusses the concept of sin as the refusal to love and the importance of understanding it in a broader context. He also explores the difference between purgatory and purgation, emphasizing the idea of refinement and...
01.06.2024
205. The Shadow Religious Movement That Fueled the Insurrection
Many think that the insurrection was just about politics but this is not true. The truth is that a shadow network of Christian fundamentalists worked with the Trump administration for over a year. These networks laid the foundation that Trump was on...
01.01.2024
204. America Fest: What You Need to Know // Tim Whitaker
Tim explores his recent trip to America Fest as he seeks to understand the conservative Christian movement and those who espouse Christian Nationalism ideology. Tim explains who supports America Fest and its powerful media and political presence. He also explains...
12.29.2023
203. This is the End // Tim, Noah, and Kieran
In this episode, Tim sits down with podcast producer Noah and TNE community member Kieran to discuss some of the highlights of the podcast in 2023, and how the show will continue to evolve in the new year. They also...
12.25.2023
202. Not Your Ordinary Christmas Pageant // Tripp Fuller
In this rebroadcasted episode, Tim talks with Dr. Tripp Fuller about the differing accounts of Jesus' birth in the gospels, and what scholars and seminary students know that you should too! Dr. Fuller, discusses the virgin birth in Matthew and...
12.22.2023
201. Tis the Season to Reject Christian Nationalism // Rev Nathan Empsall
On this episode Tim is joined by Rev. Nathan Empsall the director of Faithful America. Tim and Rev Nathan talk about sin, why the terminology still matters, why it's more important than ever to resist christian nationalism and where they've...
12.18.2023
200. Healing After Religion Hurts You // Dr. Laura Anderson
Dr. Laura Anderson, therapist, speaker and author of the new book When Religion Hurts You: Healing from Religious Trauma and the Impact of High-Control Religion, sits down with Tim to discuss her book. Dr. Anderson explains her background and why...
12.14.2023
199. Gaza Speaks // Daniel and Yousef
In this episode, Tim sits down with Palestinian scholars and christians Daniel and Yousef to discuss the current crisis in Gaza, and the ways that American evangelical theology has failed to give us the tools to respond to it. Daniel...
12.11.2023
198. A Decolonized Way To Read the Bible // Gabriel Gordon
In this episode Tim sits down with author Gabriel Gordon, to discuss how both liberals and fundamentalists inherited the same colonized method of biblical interpretation. Gabriel explains the anti-semitic aspects of enlightenment theology, and a way of reading the Bible...
12.08.2023
197. Gospel Coalition's Deadly Letter // Kalie May
On this episode, Tim is joined by Kalie from the center for prophetic imagination to respond to a gospel coalition article where an anonymous author wrote that they love their trans Child but loves Jesus more. Kalie and Tim discuss why...
12.04.2023
197. The Myth of Colorblind Christianity // Jesse Curtis
Jesse Curtis joins the podcast to talk about his book The Myth of Colorblind Christianity: Evangelicals and the white supremacy in the Civil Rights Era. Help us launch Project Amplify Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12.01.2023
196. Reclaiming Mental Health // Kayla Felten
Tim talks to Kayla from the Reclamation Collective about navigating mental health during deconstruction and how to reclaim your autonomy. Support Our Work HERE Reclamation Collective Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's The New Evangelicals Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The New Evangelicals Podcast episodes:

244. TNE TALKS: Our Unique Moment In American Democracy // Sharon McMahon

243. TNE RECAPS: Trump Got (Just) ONE Thing Right? // April Ajoy and Tim Whitaker

242. TNE RESPONDS: Why You Should Ignore This Pastor's Wedding Advice // Tim Whitaker

241. TNE TALKS: Flanked by a Brovangelical // Reverend Susan Langner

240. TNE RECAPS: Christian Visibility Day?! // April Ajoy

239. TNE RESPONDS: Loving Genocide? // Dr. Randal Rauser

238. TNE TALKS: Decolonizing Deconstruction // Janice Lagata and Ashlee

237. TNE RECAPS: Trump The Holy Week Bible Salesman // Andrew L. Whitehead

236. TNE RESPONDS: Is That REALLY Why People Deconstruct? // Tim Whitaker

235. TNE TALKS: Life After Doom // Brian McLaren

234. TNE RECAPS: The End of the World is Here (FOR REAL) // April Ajoy

233. TNE RESPONDS: The Worst Sermon Ever? // Kevin Carnahan

232. TNE TALKS: The False White Gospel // Jim Wallis

231. The Case Against John MacArthur // Tim Whitaker

230. Libs of TikTok’s Propaganda Can’t Stand Up to Actual Journalism // Billie Hoard

229. What Comes After The White Evangelical Church? // Sarah McCammon

228. The Surprising New Data on Christian Nationalism // Tim Whitaker

227. The Deconstruction of Christianity? A Book Review // Thomas Jay Oord

226. How Relationships Change Everything // BIll Yoh

225. The BIGGEST Factor in the 2024 Election?

224. Targeted By Libs of TikTok! // Billie Hoard

223. Living Undivided, Loving Courageously for Racial Healing and Justice // Chuck Mingo and Troy Jackson

222. The Rise and Fall of the Christian Music Industry // Leah Payne, PhD.

221. He Gets Us, Evangelicals Don't Get Him // Tim Whitaker

220. Women's Suffrage Was a Net... LOSS?! // Sheila Gregoire and Dr. Beth Allison Barr

219. Start Theologizin' Bigger! // Pastor Trey Ferguson

218. Universalism: Ancient Heresy or Biblical Teaching? // Keith Giles

217. Myth-Busting Sunday School // Dr. James McGrath

216. Conversations with a Sinfluencer // Deconstruction Girl

215. Crisis on the Border, Trump, and the Christian Nationalism Behind It // Andrew Whitehead

214. Holy Ghosted and Gaslighted by God // Tiffany Yecke Brooks, PhD

213. Evangelical Voters Still Want Trump! // Riley Martinez

212. Is Deconstruction Destroying "Historic Christianity"? // Pete Enns

211. Shameless Oversharing After Purity Culture // Mattie Jo Cowsert

210. Evangelicals VS. Civil Rights: A History // Rev. Dr. Bobby Griffith Jr.

209. There is Great Love Here For You // Kevin Miguel Garcia

208. The MLK They Never Told You About // Jemar Tisby

207. Trump off the Ballot EXPLAINED // Andrew L. Seidel

206. Good News: Hell isn't Eternal Conscious Torment! // Derek Ryan Kubilus

205. The Shadow Religious Movement That Fueled the Insurrection

204. America Fest: What You Need to Know // Tim Whitaker

203. This is the End // Tim, Noah, and Kieran

202. Not Your Ordinary Christmas Pageant // Tripp Fuller

201. Tis the Season to Reject Christian Nationalism // Rev Nathan Empsall

200. Healing After Religion Hurts You // Dr. Laura Anderson

199. Gaza Speaks // Daniel and Yousef

198. A Decolonized Way To Read the Bible // Gabriel Gordon

197. Gospel Coalition's Deadly Letter // Kalie May

197. The Myth of Colorblind Christianity // Jesse Curtis

196. Reclaiming Mental Health // Kayla Felten