Faithful Politics

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...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this episode, Josh Bertram is joined by Dr. David Gushee, a distinguished Christian ethicist and author, to discuss his upcoming book, "Defending a Democracy from Its Christian Enemies." They explore the concept of democracy, threats to its stability, and the rise of a...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this riveting episode, we traverse the complex landscape of evangelicalism, an often misunderstood and hotly debated religious identity. Join us as Isaac Sharp, a prominent scholar of religion and acclaimed author, unravels the intricacies of this profound topic. Our conversatio...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Critical Race Theory (CRT) has become a lightning rod in American politics and evangelical Christianity. Our guests this week talk about it in their new book, Christianity and Critical Race Theory: A Faithful and Constructive Conversation. This book offers a critical but constructi...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Most Christians have encountered phony posts on our feeds meant to rile us up. But not everything we see on social media is so obviously absurd. As online spaces increase in importance, we urgently need to consider how to love our neighbors on the internet—and this includes sharing...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com How do Bible passages written thousands of years ago apply to politics today? What can we learn from America's history of using the Bible in politics? How can we converse with people whose views differ from our own? Our Guest this week Kaitlyn Schiess is the author of The Ball...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting special guests Aubrie Howell, a devout Christian, and Kathleen Rawlinson, an atheist who have their own podcast called, "The Christian and The Atheist podcast". They join us to share their unique perspectives, perso...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Navin Nayak, President of the Center for American Progress Action Fund, offers a  summary comparing the economic accomplishments and philosophy of the Biden and Trump administrations. Nayak highlights the stark differences in approach, noting that while Trump's major economic...

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com In this enlightening episode, we are joined by special guest Matthew D. Taylor, PhD, as we delve into the intriguing world of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR). Together, we'll explore the beliefs, origins, and impact of the NAR, shedding light on its relevance to both relig...