Rephonic
Artwork for Faithful Politics

Faithful Politics

Faithful Politics Podcast
Christian Nationalism
Donald Trump
Christianity
Democracy
Evangelicalism
Politics
LGBTQ Rights
Social Justice
Faith and Politics
Bible
Religious Freedom
United States
Racism
Faith
Santa Claus
Public Education
Political Polarization
Immigration
Deconstruction
Trump Administration

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... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes533Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
PoliticsNewsReligion & Spirituality

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Faithful Politics

Latest Episodes

EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Young men and women are growing apart - politically, socially, and romantically. Daniel Cox joins Faithful Politics to explain why that divide is widening and what it could mean for relationships, community, and American politics... more

YouTube

For our October POV live show, Dr. Michael E. Heyes, religion professor at Lycoming College and author of Devils of Democracy, joins Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram to explore the history of demons and how beliefs about them have shaped Christian... more

YouTube

The religious vote is often treated as shorthand for white evangelical Christians. PRRI CEO and political scientist Melissa Deckman says that misses much of what is happening ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Deckman joins Faithful Politics to examine whi... more

YouTube

What if America’s political polarization is connected to the decline of traditional religion?

Christian theologian Matthew Kaemingk and Muslim political scientist Shadi Hamid make a provocative argument in their new book, Can Religion Save Democracy... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The New Evangelicals Podcast
The New Evangelicals PodcastHosted by Tim Whitaker
The Convocation Unscripted
The Convocation UnscriptedDiana Butler Bass, Kristin Du Mez, Robert P. Jones, and Jemar Tisby
The Tim & April Show
The Tim & April ShowThe New Evangelicals
Straight White American Jesus
Straight White American JesusBradley Onishi + Daniel Miller
Homebrewed Christianity
Homebrewed ChristianityDr. Tripp Fuller

Recent Guests

Matthew Kaemingk
Theologian and author
Zealots at the Gate; Can Religion Save Democracy?
Episode: As Religion Declines, Why Does Politics Feel More Religious? | Hamid & Kaemingk
Shadi Hamid
Political scientist and author
Zealots at the Gate; Can Religion Save Democracy?
Episode: As Religion Declines, Why Does Politics Feel More Religious? | Hamid & Kaemingk
Cristal Silva-McCormick
Assistant Professor of Missions and Evangelism, Director of Latinx Studies at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Episode: Latino Faith, Trump & Israel | Cristal Silva-McCormick & Daniel Montañez
Daniel Montañez
Founder and Executive Director of the Center for Public Theology and Migration
Center for Public Theology and Migration
Episode: Latino Faith, Trump & Israel | Cristal Silva-McCormick & Daniel Montañez
Michael Blanding
Investigative journalist and author of The Gospel According to Hobby Lobby
Author, The Gospel According to Hobby Lobby
Episode: How Hobby Lobby Uses Its Fortune to Shape Politics | Michael Blanding
Michael E. Heyes
Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Religion at Lycoming College
Lycoming College
Episode: How America Turns Political Opponents Into Demons | Michael E. Heyes
Mike Tremont
Former Libertarian presidential/ vice presidential nominee candidate, economist, former White House OMB staffer, and law enforcement professional
Libertarian Party / Republican Liberty Caucus
Episode: Mike ter Maat’s Plan for an Independent Vice President
Rob Wittman
Congressman, Virginia's 1st district; Vice Chairman, House Armed Services Committee
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Rob Wittman Makes His Case to VA-01
Scott Faris
Filmmaker, former educator and co-founder of Universe Creative
Universe Creative
Episode: When Moderation Becomes a Liability in the GOP | Meg Griffiths & Scott Faris

Hosts

Will Wright
Co-host with political perspective; veteran background; engages in civil dialogue and policy discussion.
Josh Burtram
Conservative pastor with a theological lens; facilitates discussions on faith, politics, and civility.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Much Needed!

    Such a much needed couple of voices in today’s world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buddy Gosey
    United States6 months ago
  • Good podcast - balanced & authentic

    While I love the podcast in general, the episode that showcased Ryan Burge (Jan. 2026), was an extremely enjoyable one (and there are others). Thank you for bringing guests forward that align to your mission, especially those like Ryan Burge, Robert Jones & Jessica Denson.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JTraughber
    United States9 months ago
  • Couldn’t do it…

    I tried listening to the QAnon, Chaos, and Christianity episode and had to stop… these guys have put no effort into understanding their topic

    “Q claimed to have some kind of security clearance.” Then went on a to say, “Not quite the highest.”

    Sweet Christmas! He claimed to have Q-Clearance! Under The Atomic Energy Act of 1946 “Q” is THE HIGHEST level of clearance a DOE employee can have, exactly equivalent to the DOD’s “Top Secret.”

    I had to stop listening. These guys have no idea what they’r... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Harthkóss
    United States10 months ago
  • I tried to Listen

    I tried so hard to listen to Bryce Eddy but finally had to fast forward when he talked about Kash Patel. He makes valid points about men in our society, but his cure is worse than the problem. Your podcast is still very informative and I will keep listening. I’m a rock solid Jesus loving Christian but this was too much for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janet Bean
    United States2 years ago
  • Captivating and Challenging

    No matter how many I hear, I continue to walk away with a thoughtful insight from each new episode! I enjoy the many layers of the show that are constantly compared and contrasted: conservative, liberal, white, black, faith, secularity, long-held beliefs, and current events. Keep it UP!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AshleyB444
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Guests consistently bring depth and scholarly context to discussions.
Some episodes draw mixed reactions when controversial topics arise, highlighting engaged audiences.
Thoughtful, civil dialogue on faith and politics is appreciated by listeners.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#187
South Africa/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Are Religious Voters Turning on Trump? Melissa Deckman on the 2026 Midterms
Q: What is the biggest misperception about religious voters heading into the midterms?
That religious voters are predominantly white evangelical Christians; in reality there is substantial religious diversity within both parties, with many religiously affiliated people in the Democratic Party as well as within the GOP.
As Religion Declines, Why Does Politics Feel More Religious? | Hamid & Kaemingk
Q: How can faith be used without turning into nationalism?
By embracing the idea that faith should civilize political life, promote generosity and humility, and avoid tools that push toward exclusion or coercive power; the goal is to use faith to strengthen democratic life, not to instrumentalize it for nationalist aims.
How Demons Became Political Weapons in America | Dr. Michael E. Heyes
Q: What contemporary movements or figures are linked to this demonology in your discussion?
The discussion references New Apostolic Reformation, spiritual warfare concepts, and public figures associated with these ideas, illustrating how demonization can influence contemporary political and religious discourse.
How Demons Became Political Weapons in America | Dr. Michael E. Heyes
Q: How did witch trials and demonology intersect with politics in Europe and the United States?
Witch trials intertwined crime, theology, and politics; demonology provided a framework that could legitimize investigations, accusations, and executions, and later spiritualist movements in the U.S. reframed these ideas into modern political narratives and fears.
How Demons Became Political Weapons in America | Dr. Michael E. Heyes
Q: Michael, what are the two different conceptions of demonic bodies you discuss, and why do they matter historically?
They reflect a shift from demons inherently having corporeal forms to a scholastic view where demons can simulate or compress air to appear corporeal, raising questions about how spirit and matter interact and how this influenced religious and political thought.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Faithful Politics

What is Faithful Politics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, civically engaged show at the intersection of faith and politics, featuring academics, theologians, journalists, and policymakers who explore how religious beliefs shape public life and policy. Episodes frequently tackle Christian nationalism, religious liberty, church-state dynamics, and the ethics of public discourse, all through rigorous sourcing and civil dialogue between left-leaning and right-leaning hosts. A notable strength is the ability to host hard conversations with guests across the ideological spectrum while maintaining respect and intellectual rigor, making it useful for listeners seeking nuanced perspectives on religion, politics, and society.

Where can I find podcast stats for Faithful Politics?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Faithful Politics. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Faithful Politics and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Faithful Politics get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Faithful Politics, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Faithful Politics?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Faithful Politics, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Faithful Politics have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Faithful Politics has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Faithful Politics?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Faithful Politics:

1. The New Evangelicals Podcast
2. The Convocation Unscripted
3. The Tim & April Show
4. Straight White American Jesus
5. Homebrewed Christianity

How many episodes of Faithful Politics are there?

Faithful Politics launched 7 years ago and published 533 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Faithful Politics?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Faithful Politics?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Faithful Politics from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Faithful Politics?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Faithful Politics. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Faithful Politics?

Recent guests on Faithful Politics include:

1. Matthew Kaemingk
2. Shadi Hamid
3. Cristal Silva-McCormick
4. Daniel Montañez
5. Michael Blanding
6. Michael E. Heyes
7. Mike Tremont
8. Rob Wittman

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days