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The Esau McCaulley Podcast

The Esau McCaulley Podcast looks to find God in the midst of culture. Each week, Esau will bring together friends, scholars, artists, and writers to unpack the cultural stories that shape our lives and discuss how these stories point us back to God"s presence in the world. Whether it"s literature, sports, movies, music, or politics, Esau and his guests will explore how culture reflects both human creativity and our deepest longings. They"ll also challenge the notion that spirituality and culture are

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43:24

SNAP Cuts and God's Concern for the Poor

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/11/06

A political fight over food assistance has sparked new debate about who deserves help in America. Esau, Justin Giboney, and Mike take a look at the SNAP situation and why Scripture consistently places God on the side of the poor and challenges us to do the same. Plus, Trump is posting about defending persecuted Christians in Nigeria, but is there more he should be doing to help? Then, Tucker Carlson's recent interview with Nick Fuentes has sparked a debate on the right about what counts as fringe

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49:52

Anglican Abuse Allegations, NBA Gambling Scandal, &...

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/10/30

Esau, Skye, and Mike explore what happens when vows stop meaning anything. They discuss the Anglican Church's latest abuse allegations, the NBA's betting scandal, and the U.S. admiral who resigned rather than follow Trump's unlawful orders. What does integrity look like in an age when everyone's breaking their promises? When should one try to reform from within, and when is it time to leave? Also, Esau reveals his recurring nightmare as a kid and it involves...a pickup basketball game with the Hulk

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52:26

Young Republicans' Racist Chat, No Kings, & How AI...

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/10/23

Last week, OpenAI announced it will remove moral limits from ChatGPT and “let adults be adults,” opening the door for adult content on the platform. Esau and Mike are joined by Malcolm Foley to talk about how AI is reshaping our view of relationships and making it easier to chase selfish desires resulting in destructive consequences. Then, they turn to the leaked racist group chat among young Republicans. Does it reveal anything new, or just prove that racism never disappeared—it just went

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44:26

Is the Black Church the Problem?

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/10/16

Critics have recently accused the Black Church of promoting “ethnic idolatry,” but is that fair, or even historically accurate? Esau McCaulley is joined by Kaitlyn Schiess and producer Mike to unpack where the Black Church came from, why it exists, and what these critiques reveal about American Christianity. Then, is it ok to have joy in the midst of so much suffering and why did we talk about the Taylor Swift album when it is full of explicit material? Also, we break down the latest culture-war

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44:13

ICE in Chicago: Tear Gas, Helicopters, and the Cost...

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Federal immigration raids have swept through Chicago under “Operation Midway Blitz,” leaving neighborhoods filled with fear, tear gas, and helicopters overhead. Esau McCaulley, producer Mike, and pastor Priscilla Perreaux-Domínguez ask how Christians should respond when law enforcement tactics strip away human dignity, what it means to defend the image of God in our neighbors, and how the cruelty of the Trump administration cannot be ignored. Then, what does the NFL’s choice of Bad Bunny as the

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30:22

The Emergency Taylor Swift Pod: Review and Why...

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/10/03

Taylor Swift just dropped her 12th studio album, and everyone’s talking about it—including us. Esau, producer Mike, and our resident Swift correspondent Lindsey Goetz break down their first impressions, favorite tracks, and the themes that make the album worth more than just pop-culture buzz. What does it mean to stay tender in a world that hardens us? How do we rebuild trust after disappointment? And how can art, even from outside the church, help us recognize the beauty of grace in the rubble of

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37:36

Finding Your Purpose Outside of Your Career

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/10/02

Matt Forte is remembered as one of the Chicago Bears’ all-time greats, but now he’s tackling something different: helping people find purpose that lasts beyond their career. Esau McCaulley and producer Mike sit down with Forte to talk about his new book Staying in the Game: Making the Most of Every Season. Forte opens up about walking away from the NFL, redefining success, and why our identity can’t be built on stats, fame, or jersey numbers. 0:00 - Theme Song 0:15 - Are Esau and Mike athletes

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46:48

Vaccines, Parental Rights, and the Public Good

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/09/25

A foul ball at a Phillies game turns into a viral outrage story. Esau, Malcolm Foley, and producer Mike unpack why the internet can’t tell the difference between minor annoyances and real injustice. Then, Florida decided to end the vaccine requirements for kids. What’s really at stake in the parental rights debate? Also, the crew looks at how Disney has gone from a family vacation destination to now overly catering to the wealthy, and what that reveals about greed, inequality, and the middle class

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47:46

Charlie Kirk and America’s Cross-Cultural Divide

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/09/18

In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, Americans are left reeling. The violence is shocking and upsetting, but it also reveals the depth of our country’s divides. Esau is joined by Christina Edmondson of Truth’s Table to reflect on what this moment means for the church and the wider culture. They consider the tension between honoring Kirk’s dignity and confronting his harmful rhetoric, why Black Christians experience these events differently, and what it means to love enemies without excusing

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47:04

Charlie Kirk & Political Violence with Sharon McMahon...

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/09/11

Conservative Political Activist and CEO of Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk, was assassinated yesterday while speaking on a college campus in Utah. Esau is joined by Sharon McMahon and Justin Giboney to talk about this horrific and tragic story. They explore the history of political violence in the country, and discuss why this moment feels different and uniquely troubling. They also discuss what comes next and how both the country, and christians, should move forward in a way that tries to ratchet

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42:08

Jesus, Paul, and the Law: Friends or Foes?

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/09/04

Esau is joined by New Testament scholar Paul Sloan to talk about his new book Jesus and the Law of Moses. They dig into big questions: Did Jesus and Paul disagree about the law? Did Jesus expect his Jewish followers to keep Torah? What about Gentiles? And what if our picture of the Pharisees as strict legalists is all wrong? Plus, they dive into the debate on whether we're expected to follow the commands in the Sermon on the Mount, or if it's merely supposed to show us our need for grace. Plus, old

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43:28

Make America Forgetful Again?

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/08/28

Recently, Donald Trump criticized the Smithsonian for focusing too much on slavery, insisting that America’s history should be more “positive” and less “woke.” But can we really tell the story of America without telling the story of human bondage? Esau and Justin Giboney dig into the politics of memory, the temptation to idolize America, and why Christians in particular must insist on telling the truth about our history, both the glory and the shame. Plus, the myth of cancel culture from Paula Deen

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45:47

The Hidden Cost of Sending Soldiers to D.C.

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/08/21

When the military becomes a political pawn? As Esau and Producer Mike break down Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard to D.C., Esau reflects on his family’s experience in the military and the heavy cost of deployments for morale, families, and democracy itself. Then, adult summer camps are on the rise. Are they the answer to America’s loneliness epidemic, or is there an easier and less expensive way to make friends after college? Plus, listener questions about faith in difficult workplaces,

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48:20

Sydney Sweeney’s Jeans: Outrage or Overreaction?

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Sydney Sweeney’s “Great Jeans” ad sparked a culture war. Was it clever marketing, coded eugenics, or just outrage for clicks? Esau, Malcolm, and Mike break down who really wins when we fight over denim. Also, Taylor Swift has a new album, a Hollywood actor claims to have been blacklisted for his christian principles, and why old school gospel music should still be relevant today. 0:00 - Theme Song 2:00 - Making Malcolm a Swiftie 10:35 - Sydney Sweeney’s Jeans 22:40 - Neil McDonough Playing

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50:50

Black and Evangelical?

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/08/07

What does it mean to be Black and evangelical in a moment when both words carry so much baggage? Esau is joined by theologian and longtime Wheaton professor Dr. Vince Bacote, whose new documentary Black + Evangelical traces the overlooked history of African Americans in evangelical institutions. They talk about what it means to carry a Black church heritage into white evangelical spaces, why so many Black voices are celebrated until they speak up about race, and how many of today’s tensions are

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46:28

Is Gen Z in Revival or Retreat?

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/07/31

On a recent Holy Post episode, Ryan Burge claimed the data shows that Gen Z is not experiencing a revival, but Carey Nieuwhof says otherwise. Esau and Sharon Hodde Miller compare the competing narratives and reflects on what true revival looks like and why we care so much whether a revival is happening. Then, a recent New York Times piece questions the so-called “boy crisis,” Are boys really falling behind or have girls just always done better in school? Plus: what food or coffee shop would make you

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42:34

Coldplay Kiss Cam: Comedy or Tragedy?

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/07/24

A Coldplay concert kiss cam became the most viral moment of the week. Esau, and bestselling author Nancy French unpack the now-infamous clip of an affair caught on camera. Was it hilarious or heartbreaking, and what does it say about our appetite for public shame? They also debate whether a World War II hero should also be remembered as a TikTok star, whether celebrity-branded Crumbl cookies are harmless fun or late-stage capitalism in dessert form, and if Walmart might actually be... beautiful

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45:23

When Grace and Drugs Share the Same Album

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/07/17

A controversial new IRS regulation just opened the door for churches to endorse political candidates from the pulpit. Esau McCaulley and Justin Giboney weigh in on if this a win for religious freedom, a threat to the church’s public witness, or just business as usual? Then they unpack the unexpected reunion of hip-hop duo The Clipse. One brother found faith. The other kept rapping about dealing drugs. So what happens when grace and drug bars share the same tracklist? Can Christian artists operate in

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53:13

Trump’s Big Problematic Bill

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/07/10

What do Black churches, Catholics, and evangelicals all agree on? That Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is a big, problematic mess. Esau is joined by Malcolm Foley to unpack the sweeping legislation that slashes aid to the poor while delivering massive tax cuts to the wealthy. What does this reveal about our national values and how should the church respond to a policy so openly shaped by greed? Plus, the team reflects on the devastating flash floods in Texas that killed over 100 people. How long should

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43:58

The Billionaire Who Thinks We Care Too Much About People

The Esau McCaulley Podcast ·

2025/07/03

As the Fourth of July approaches, Esau and Tish Harrison Warren reflect on what patriotism means today, especially for Christians who feel caught between critique and love of country. Then, Tish introduces the idea of “big church privilege,” and explores what’s gained and lost in the shift from large, well-resourced congregations to smaller, more intimate communities. Finally, they break down Peter Thiel’s recent comments about stagnation, progress, and humanity’s future. What happens when tech

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