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Extremely American

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Christian Nationalism
Doug Wilson
Theocracy
American Christianity
Education
Pastoral Care
American Politics
Christ Church
Headship
Historical Christianity
White Supremacy
Theology Of the Cross
Evangelicalism
Extremism
Moscow
Logos School
Creationism
Young Earth Creationism
Gender Roles
Wokeness

In Season 2 of Extremely American: Onward Christian Soldiers host Heath Druzin and James Dawson take an inside look at Christian nationalism. The movement aims to end American democracy as we know it and install theocracy, taking rights away from the vast majority of Americans in the process. The season follows the movement through the story of an influential far-right church, its attempt to take ... more

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Extremely American host Heath Druzin returns to Moscow, Idaho to give a talk about Christian nationalism and how American theocrats are now closer than ever to getting positions of power at the highest echelons of government.

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A panel discussion with Christian leaders from across the political spectrum who are concerned about the rise of Christian nationalism. They talk about why they see the movement as antithetical to the teachings of Jesus Christ and the undertones of b... more

Heath and Jimmy travel to the Creation Museum, a kind of theme park dedicated to the idea that the Bible's creation story is literally true and that the earth is 6,000 years old. So-called young earth creationism is a fundamental idea in Christian na... more

Heath and Jimmy travel to Kentucky to attend a kind of Christian nationalist festival in the shadow of a six-story replica of Noah's Ark. The gathering brings together leading Christian nationalist thinkers from around the country to compare notes on... more

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Recent Guests

Reverend Ben Kramer
Pastor with more than 20 years in ministry who writes extensively on Christian nationalism.
Episode: BONUS Onward Christian Soldiers: The Christian Case Against Christian Nationalism
Reverend Angela Denker
ELCA Lutheran pastor and journalist, award-winning author.
Episode: BONUS Onward Christian Soldiers: The Christian Case Against Christian Nationalism
Dr. Owen Strand
Provost of Grace Bible Theological Seminary, conservative Baptist author.
Grace Bible Theological Seminary
Episode: BONUS Onward Christian Soldiers: The Christian Case Against Christian Nationalism
Winston Marshall
Former banjoist and lead guitarist of the British folk rock band Mumford and Sons
Episode: Onward Christian Soldiers: Joyful, Jolly Warriors
Michael Foster
Pastor of East River Church and church planting strategist
East River Church
Episode: Onward Christian Soldiers: Planting Christendom
Susan Weisbauer
Classical education consultant and co-author of The Well-Trained Mind
The Well-Trained Mind
Episode: Onward Christian Soldiers: Planting Christendom
Emilie Paige Dye
A survivor of abuse in the Christ Church community who shares her story.
Episode: Onward Christian Soldiers: Wolves Among The Flock
Rachel Schubin
A congregant investigating the response of Christ Church to sexual abuse cases.
Episode: Onward Christian Soldiers: Wolves Among The Flock
Doug Wilson
A proponent of the teachings of headship in marriage.
Christchurch
Episode: Onward Christian Soldiers: Disobedience

Hosts

Heath Druzin
Creator and host of the series, focusing on revealing the complexities of Christian nationalism and its implications within American society.
James Dawson
Co-host of the series, engaging in discussions that critically analyze the far-right movement in America.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 673 ratings
  • Interesting topic

    The majority of Americans probably don’t know what these groups stand for. This podcast series shines a sliver of light on a small group of Americans beliefs. I recommend it to everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    solitarerocks
    United States2 months ago
  • Shrill Hyoerbole

    Shrill Hyperbole

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Help find me a nickname.
    United States3 months ago
  • Good production quality and good reporting; meanders somewhat. Would recommend.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    cptcanuck15
    3 months ago
  • Pacing problems

    A great concept with major pacing issues for both seasons. Give me a tight 4-part series and this would be 5 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    YesHellaTight
    Canada4 months ago
  • Season 2 - Onward Christian Soldiers

    I found Season 2 to be very informative about Mr Wilson and his beliefs. Thank you very much for this insightful podcast and all of the interviews. I also appreciated the very last episode with the Q&A and panelists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    USA Mknitter
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The podcast offers a compelling and well-researched exploration of the dangers posed by Christian nationalism, bringing to light personal experiences and broader social implications.
There are mixed reviews regarding potential bias, with some praising the objective presentation of facts while others request more balance in perspectives.
The storytelling is described as captivating, engaging listeners emotionally and intellectually with the subject matter.
Listeners appreciate the deep dive into controversial issues, often highlighting the quality of interviews and critical analysis provided.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BONUS Onward Christian Soldiers: The Christian Case Against Christian Nationalism
Q: What is drawing people to Christian nationalism?
Boys and young men are drawn into spaces filled with hatred and violence due to a militarized vision of Jesus and a lack of support for their development.
BONUS Onward Christian Soldiers: The Christian Case Against Christian Nationalism
Q: What is your Christian case against Christian nationalism?
Christian nationalism reorients the church to resemble the empire rather than embodying the power exemplified by Jesus Christ on the cross.
BONUS Onward Christian Soldiers: The Christian Case Against Christian Nationalism
Q: Angela, why should regular Americans care about Christian nationalism?
Americans should care about Christian nationalism because it crowds out the authentic gospel of Jesus and can lead to violence against minorities.
Onward Christian Soldiers: The Charismatic Preacher And The Intoleristas
Q: What was the reaction in the community to Wilson's booklet on slavery?
There was outrage, and many protested against him, leading to significant backlash against his views.
Onward Christian Soldiers: The Charismatic Preacher And The Intoleristas
Q: What made Doug pursue philosophy in college despite being a devout Christian?
He intended to open an evangelistic bookstore, believing it would better equip him to interact with students.

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What is Extremely American about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the rise of Christian nationalism in America, marked by a movement that many perceive as an attempt to reshape democracy into a theocratic system. Key discussions revolve around the influence of influential church leaders and groups promoting far-right ideologies, including their attempts to gain political control at local levels. Episodes often explore the underlying issues of abuse and the implications of conflating strong religious values with political agendas, creating a tense narrative that scrutinizes both the ideologies in play and their impact on American society. The unique angle lies in its blend of personal stories and critical analysis, offering listeners a deep dive into contentious social issues that re... more

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