Faithful Politics
Dive into the profound world of Faithful Politics, a compelling podcast where the spheres of faith and politics converge in meaningful dialogues. Guided by Pastor Josh Burtram (Faithful Host) and Will Wright (Political Host), this unique platform invites listeners to delve into the complex impact of political choices on both the faithful and faithless.
Join our hosts, Josh and Will, as they engage with world-renowned experts, scholars, theologians, politicians, journalists, and ordinary folks. Their objective? To deepen our collective understanding of the intersection between faith and politics.
Faithful Politics sets itself apart by refusing to subscribe to any single political ideology or religious conviction. This approach is mirrored in the diverse backgrounds of our hosts. Will Wright, a disabled Veteran and African-Asian American, is a former atheist and a liberal progressive with a lifelong intrigue in politics. On the other hand, Josh Burtram, a Conservative Republican and devoted Pastor, brings a passion for theology that resonates throughout the discourse.
Yet, in the face of their contrasting outlooks, Josh and Will display a remarkable ability to facilitate respectful and civil dialogue on challenging topics. This opens up a space where listeners of various political and religious leanings can find value and deepen their understanding.
So, regardless if you're a Democrat or Republican, a believer or an atheist, we assure you that Faithful Politics has insightful conversations that will appeal to you and stimulate your intellectual curiosity. Come join us in this enthralling exploration of the intricate nexus of faith and politics. Add us to your regular podcast stream and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Let's navigate this fascinating realm together!
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Episodes
Inside America’s Spiritual Landscape with Religion News Service Journalist Jack Jenkins
George Yancey on Identity Politics, Christianophobia, and a Better Way Forward
Joshua Cohen on William F. Buckley and the Lost Art of Friendship Across Difference
Holly Berkley Fletcher on Missionary Kids, White Evangelicalism, and the Myths of Calling
ProPublica's Jennifer Smith Richards on Oklahoma’s Push for More Patriotic, Christian Public Schools
Corregan Brown on Building Better Arguments: Bridging Principles, Power, and Polarization
China’s Crackdown on Zion Church: William Nee on the Fight for Religious Freedom
Ethan Hollander on Democracy, Autocracy, and America’s Authoritarian Temptation
Conflict Resilience with Bob Bordone — How to Disagree Without Giving Up or Giving In
Jim DeMint on What the Bible Really Says About Creation, End Times, and American Politics
Dr. Gavin D’Costa on the Jewish Roots of Christianity: From Sinai to Rome
Can Theology and Compassion Coexist? A Candid Talk with Dr. Preston Sprinkle
Jennifer Webb (D) and Kurt Kelly (R): The Politics of Proximity and Peace
Christian Nationalism and Educational Policy in the United States with Dr. Kevin Burke
Reinventing Protestant Germany: Dr. Brandon Bloch on the Church’s Role in Nazi and Post-Nazi Eras
Ilana Trachtman: The Filmmaker Reviving Forgotten Civil Rights History
David Daley on Unrigging American Democracy and the Hidden Power of Gerrymandering
In Defense of Christian Patriotism with Daniel Darling
Noelle Cook on The Conspiracists: Women, Extremism, and the Lure of Belonging
Unpacking Christian Zionism: Kiera Butler on How Theology Shapes Foreign Policy
Victims of the Revolution and the Moral Cost of Sexual Liberation with Dr. Nathanael Blake
The Bible According to Christian Nationalists with Brian Kaylor
Taking Back the Narrative: Reality Winner in Her Own Words
Deconstructing Hell: Brian Recker on Fear, Faith, and a Spirituality of Love
Spiritual Warfare and Christian Nationalism: A Conversation with Karrie Gaspard Hogewood