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Faithful Politics

Faithful Politics Podcast

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

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55:14

End Times, Pets in Heaven, and America in Prophecy...

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2024/12/28

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn this episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram welcome Steve Wohlberg, a renowned apocalyptic expert, Bible scholar, and director of White Horse Media. Together, they explore a wide range of topics, including biblical prophecy, America’s role in the end times, and how faith intersects with politics in today’s world. Steve shares insights from his 40...

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59:13

How Did Culture and Commerce Shape the Santa Claus We...

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2024/12/24

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn the second installment of our two-part series on Christmas myths about Santa Claus, Faithful Politics hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram welcome Dr. Timothy Larsen, the Caroline and Fred McManis Professor of Christian Thought at Wheaton College and editor of the Oxford Handbook of Christmas. Building on the foundation laid in part one, Dr. Larsen dives deeper into the cul...

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62:36

Did Santa Really Punch a Heretic at the Council of...

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2024/12/21

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn this engaging first episode of a two-part series on Christmas myths about Santa Claus, Faithful Politics hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram sit down with Dr. Adam C. English, Chair of the Department of Christian Studies at Campbell University and author of The Saint Who Would Be Santa Claus. Dr. English traces the historical evolution of St. Nicholas, the 4th-century bish...

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61:19

Inside the Minds of Trump Supporters: Dr. Travis...

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2024/12/17

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn this insightful episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram welcome Dr. Travis Ruddle, assistant professor at Brigham Young University’s Romney Institute of Public Service and Ethics, to discuss his groundbreaking book, The Totality of Allegiance: Inside the Hearts and Minds of Trump Supporters. Dr. Ruddle provides a deep dive into the psychological, ...

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59:44

Dr. Robert P. Jones on What White Christians Have...

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2024/12/14

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comThis episode of Faithful Politics takes a deep dive into the impact of white Christian nationalism on American democracy with Robert P. Jones, president of PRRI (Public Religion Research Institute). Host Will Wright and Jones analyze the pivotal role white Christians played in the 2024 election, drawing from Jones’s Time Magazine article, “What White Christians Have Wrought,” and h...

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56:17

The Rise and Fall of the Evangelical Church: A...

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2024/12/10

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)Join Faithful Politics as we host a compelling conversation with Mike Cosper, the director of podcasts at Christianity Today and creator of The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill. In this episode, we dive deep into his latest book, The Church in Dark Times: Understanding and Resisting the Evil That Seduced the Evangelical Movement. Explore the unsettling parallels between modern evangelicalism and Hannah Arendt's theories on totalitarianism, loneli...

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60:32

What Movies Like The Exorcist Teach Us About...

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2024/12/07

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this captivating episode of Faithful Politics, political host Will Wright sits down with Dr. Joseph Laycock, an expert on new religious movements and American religious history, to explore the fascinating intersections of religion, culture, and politics. Together, they uncover surprising insights into how horror movies, exorcisms, and even the Satanic Temple have shaped modern religious practices and societal beliefs in unexpected ways.D...

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54:17

Jimmy Lai: The Face of Hong Kong's Resistance with...

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2024/12/03

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this conversation, host Will Wright and guest William Nee engage with Mark Clifford, who discusses his book 'The Troublemaker' about Jimmy Lai, a prominent pro-democracy figure in Hong Kong. The discussion covers Lai's life, his journey from an immigrant to a billionaire entrepreneur, and his commitment to freedom and democracy in Hong Kong. The conversation also delves into the unique political landscape of Hong Kong, the vibrant media ...

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63:21

Awakening to Justice: A.G. Miller and Doug Strong on...

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2024/11/30

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this episode of Faithful Politics, co-host Josh Burtram dives into a profound discussion with A.G. Miller and Doug Strong, contributors to the book Awakening to Justice: Faithful Voices from the Abolitionist Past. The conversation weaves through the fascinating discovery of a nearly 200-year-old abolitionist diary, authored by David Ingram, a white missionary who served freed slaves in Jamaica. The episode highlights Ingram's seamless in...

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36:29

Balancing Truth and Love: A Faithful Politics...

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2024/11/27

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)Join Faithful Politics for a heartfelt and thought-provoking Thanksgiving special! Co-hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram dive into gratitude, politics, and family traditions in this reflective episode. They explore how to navigate challenging political conversations during the holidays, share personal stories of resilience, and discuss the importance of balancing truth and love in contentious debates. From discussing Josh's Weight Wa...

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54:26

Christian Nationalism Through the Eyes of Former CIA...

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2024/11/26

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram sit down with Professor Paul D. Miller, a Georgetown scholar and former CIA analyst, to explore Christian nationalism and its impact on faith, politics, and national identity. Miller critiques the belief that America is a Christian nation whose government should enforce that identity, arguing it contradicts the principles of both Christianity and democracy.The c...

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64:19

Exploring the Essence of Human Rights with Bill Armaline

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2024/11/23

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this conversation, Will Wright and Josh Burtram engage with Bill Armaline, a professor of sociology and human rights expert, to explore the complex landscape of human rights. They discuss the origins, definitions, and instruments of human rights, the historical context of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the philosophical foundations that underpin these rights. The conversation also delves into the challenges of enforcing h...

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65:11

Faithful Politics Meets Political Science: Dr. Koyzis...

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2024/11/19

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)This episode of Faithful Politics features an insightful conversation with Dr. David Koyzis, a scholar affiliated with Global Scholars Canada and author of "Political Visions and Illusions" and "Citizenship Without Illusions." Koyzis discusses his background in political science, his journey from a politically conscious upbringing in the U.S. to a distinguished career in Canada, and the interplay between faith and politics. The episode expl...

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56:29

Russell Vought’s Vision: Christian Nationalism and...

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2024/11/16

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this episode of Faithful Politics, investigative journalist Molly Redden from ProPublica joins hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram to explore the controversial plans behind Project 2025, a blueprint for Donald Trump’s potential second-term agenda. The discussion reveals how Russell Vought, a key MAGA strategist and former OMB Director, is shaping this initiative through his think tank, the Center for Renewing America. Redden highli...

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65:23

Economic Frustrations and Political Identity: Post...

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2024/11/12

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this podcast episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram engage in a rich conversation with Dr. Samuel Perry, a leading expert on conservative Christianity and American politics. The discussion focuses on the 2024 election results, with Perry providing an analysis of the unexpected outcomes and voter behavior. He emphasizes that economic concerns, rather than ideological shifts, drove many voters' decisions. P...

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66:54

How to Disciple Kids in a Complex World: Insights...

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2024/11/09

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this episode of Faithful Politics, Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram host Brian Dembowczyk, author of Family Discipleship That Works, for an insightful discussion on practical faith-based parenting. Dembowczyk shares his approach to integrating discipleship into daily family life, emphasizing that faith formation can go beyond structured Bible study. Through what he calls "improvised discipleship," he encourages parents to use everyday...

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60:08

Election Day Anxiety? How to Unsubscribe from Stress...

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2024/11/05

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this special Election Day episode of Faithful Politics, we bring you an insightful conversation with filmmaker and author Julio Vincent Gambuto. Known for his critical take on media culture, Julio shares the philosophy behind his new book, Please Unsubscribe, Thanks. Together, we explore the impact of "unsubscribing" from the things that drain us—be it social media, toxic relationships, or even our underlying beliefs. With Election Day u...

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62:33

Religious Liberty, Conscience Rights, and Federal...

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2024/11/02

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this thought-provoking episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram tackle the timely and contentious intersections of religious liberty and government regulation. Joining them is Rachel Morrison, an attorney and fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, whose expertise sheds light on how recent federal policies and Supreme Court decisions are impacting religious freedoms in healthcare, employment, and bey...

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57:09

Halloween Special: Witchcraft, Folklore, and the...

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2024/10/31

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this special Halloween episode, Faithful Politics "defies gravity" by diving into the world of witches, supernatural beliefs, and the historical intersections between faith and witchcraft. Hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram chat with Stanford anthropologist Professor Tanya Luhrmann, renowned for her work on how people experience the supernatural in various religious contexts. Together, we cast a Revelio charm to unpack the evoluti...

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51:44

Faithful Polling? Christian Nationalism and the 2024...

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2024/10/29

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them)In this episode, Faithful Politics welcomes back investigative reporter Phoebe Petrovic from ProPublica to dive into an intense topic at the crossroads of faith and politics. Petrovic discusses her latest investigative findings on a group of organizations, including Lion of Judah and True the Vote, which are actively recruiting poll workers ahead of the 2024 election. These groups, often tied to false election fraud claims, are encouraging ...

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