Faithful Politics

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this week's must-listen episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Josh Bertram and Will Wright are joined by Professor Dr. Jessica Hooten Wilson, a luminary in the field of classic literature. The trio delves deep into the profound influence of reading on shaping individual world...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this insightful episode of Faithful Politics, host Josh Burtram sits down with Drs. Chris and Laura Smith to delve into their book "Make Your Splash" and the broader theme of nurturing spiritual unity in a politically polarized climate. The conversation traverses the n...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this compelling episode of Faithful Politics, Political Host Will Wright goes one-on-one with Professor Caroline Mala Corbin of the University of Miami School of Law. While Faithful Host Pastor Josh Burtram couldn't join in, the episode doesn't skip a beat in addressin...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this special episode, host Will Wright tackles some complex financial questions surrounding Mar-a-Lago, raising concerns about whether tax records corroborate its billion-dollar valuation. Will also dives into the intricate legal aspects of the Trump Tower case, making it digest...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com *Special Episode* We are releasing this special episode right before the 2nd GOP Debate to give our audience a chance to see/hear from other contenders that might not be on the debate stage. In this eye-opening episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Bertram...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Following a visit to Capitol Hill last week, Volodymyr Zelenskyy (President of Ukraine) made one final push to Congress in hopes of preventing Ukraine fatigue. This week, the government is on the verge of a government shutdown, and many members of Congress have made their intention...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com As our political and social landscapes polarize along party lines, religious liberty faces threats from both sides. From antidiscrimination commissions targeting conservative Christians to travel bans punishing Muslims, recent litigation has revealed the selective approach both lef...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com This week we speak with investigative reporter Katherine Stewart, author of a new article The Claremont Institute: The Anti-Democracy Think Tank   from The New Republic delves into the transformation of the Claremont Institute from a traditionally conservative think tank to one tha...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Introduction and Context Setting (00:00-05:45) Hosts Josh Burtram and Will Wright kick off the podcast by introducing their guest, Craig L. Blomberg, a distinguished New Testament scholar. They set the stage for the conversation to come, outlining the main topics of discussion: the...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this episode, Will Wright, the Political Host of Faithful Politics, assumes the role of sole moderator in the absence of his co-host, Josh Burtram. Mr. Wright is joined by an eminent guest, Andrew L. Seidel, who serves as the Vice President of Strategic Communications for Americ...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this episode of Faithful Politics, political host Will Wright introduces Dr. Kelsy Burke, an assistant professor of sociology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, who specializes in the intersection of religion, sexuality, and the digital world. She has authored the books &quo...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Join your hosts, Will Wright and Pastor Josh Bertram, for an enlightening episode of Faithful Politics, where they engage with Robert P. Jones, the President and Founder of the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). Learn about the mission and unique approach of PRRI, a nonprof...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this episode, we're honored to have Dr. Andrew Whitehead, a leading sociologist and esteemed author, join us for an enlightening discussion about his newest book American Idolatry: How Christian Nationalism Betrays the Gospel and Threatens the Church. Dr. Whitehead kicks th...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In an enlightening episode of "Faithful Politics," hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Bertram welcome Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan of Virginia's 4th District for a multi-faceted conversation. The dialogue kicks off with McClellan's personal journey into polit...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In the latest episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Bertram are joined by the Honorable Judge Mark Boonstra of the Michigan Court of Appeals. The episode offers a comprehensive exploration of Judge Boonstra's distinguished career, his involvement in s...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Bertram engage in a profound discussion with Robert Doar, the esteemed 12th President of the American Enterprise Institute. Mr. Doar's illustrious career in the public sector, serving under Governor Pataki...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this engaging conversation between Josh and Dr. Craig L. Blomberg, a wide array of topics related to the historical Jesus, faith, objectivity, and the nature of the Gospels are explored. The discussion begins with an examination of the empirical evidence for historical events, i...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Josh Burtram engage with Dr. Renee Carr, who applies psychology to assist political leaders in solving some of the most pressing social issues. Dr. Carr’s unique approach involves understanding human behavior to create pos...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Join hosts Will Wright and Josh Burtram in this  episode of Faithful Politics as they sit down with Dr. Ben Ollenburger, a recently retired professor emeritus of biblical theology.  The heart of the episode focuses on Dr. Ollenburger's new book, "God the Creator: The Old...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. John Jackson, the dedicated president of Jessup University. Amid the complexities of leading a conservative evangelical institution in California, Dr. Jackson provides a rare glimpse into the pressures and tensions he navigates. He h...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com On this episode of Faithful Politics, we had the privilege of hosting Diana Florence, a former Manhattan Assistant DA Prosecutor, to shed light on the maze of recent indictments and legal controversies in Trump World. At the forefront is the superseding indictment, related to the F...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In Even the Devil Quotes Scripture , Robyn J. Whitaker looks to the Bible as a guide to interpreting the Bible, and her findings breathe new life into our understanding and use of Scripture. As it turns out, the uses of Scripture within Scripture are flexible, open to frequent rein...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this episode, we engage in an enlightening conversation with W. David O. Taylor, the author of the thought-provoking book, "A Body of Praise". We take a deep dive into the complex subject of the significance of our physical bodies in the context of corporate worship. T...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this  episode we delve into the intriguing world of faith and politics, embracing the complexities and inconsistencies that often arise when these two domains intersect. Join our host Josh as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with special guest Cornelius "Neal&...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Prepare to confront a hard truth: the United States, a beacon of freedom and justice to many, shockingly ranks 6th in global state executions, even outpacing Pakistan. As we continue our "March for Life" series this week, we delve deep into the labyrinth of this disconcer...