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Christian Nationalism
Political Crisis
American Democracy
Trump Era Politics
Religious Extremism
Department Of Justice
Donald Trump
MAGA New Right
Texas
Pete Hegseth
Doug Wilson
White Evangelicals
Trump Administration
Department Of Homeland Security
Candace Owens
Carrie Prejean Boller
Catholic Church
Midterms
New Apostolic Reformation
Transgender Rights

Reign of Error is a weekly podcast hosted by acclaimed journalist and author Sarah Posner, exploring how religious and ideological extremism—especially white Christian nationalism—has become central to U.S. politics in the Trump era and beyond. Bridging investigative journalism and interdisciplinary scholarship, the show unpacks current events, uncovering their historical and ideological roots to ... more

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This week on Reign of Error, host Sarah Posner speaks with Texas Monthly senior writer Robert Downen about how long-standing anti-Muslim activism has moved from the fringes of right-wing politics to the center of Texas GOP campaigns. They examine the... more

Sarah Posner sits down with New York Magazine senior writer Sarah Jones to unpack the accelerating assault on transgender rights in Kansas and beyond. They trace how a new Kansas law retroactively invalidating updated gender markers on driver’s licen... more

In this episode of Reign of Error, host Sarah Posner speaks with Matthew D. Taylor, visiting scholar at Georgetown University and author of The Violent Take It by Force, about the growing influence of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) and charismat... more

On this episode of Reign of Error, investigative journalist Sarah Posner unpacks the implosion of Donald Trump’s White House Religious Liberty Commission after a chaotic hearing at the Museum of the Bible exposed deep fractures inside the MAGA coalit... more

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Recent Guests

Robert Downen
Senior writer for Texas Monthly covering Christian nationalism and the far right in Texas
Texas Monthly
Episode: 008: GOP’s Islamophobia Surge and the Christian Nationalist Agenda
Sarah Jones
award-winning senior writer for New York Magazine, covering religion and national politics
New York Magazine
Episode: 007: The Escalating War on Gender and Reproduction: Birth Control, Bathrooms & Biblical Patriarchy
Matthew Taylor
Visiting scholar at the Center on Faith and Justice at Georgetown University and author of several books.
Georgetown University
Episode: 006: Trump, the New Apostolic Reformation & the Battle for the Midterms
Matthew Cressler
Writer and scholar, creator of Bad Catholics, Good Trouble
Author of 'Catholics and the Making of MAGA'
Episode: 005: MAGA Catholics, Antisemitism & Trump’s Religious Liberty Commission Implosion
Laura Field
Writer and political theorist, associate with the Illiberalism Studies Program at George Washington University
Episode: 004: DHS, Nazi Propaganda & the MAGA New Right: Inside Trump’s Intellectual Takeover
Brian Kaylor
Baptist minister with a Ph.D. in political communication and author of the newsletter A Public Witness
Episode: 003: Weaponizing “Religious Freedom”: Trump’s DOJ, "Religious Liberty," and the Attack on a Free Press
Julie Ingersoll
Professor of Religious Studies and author of Building God's Kingdom
University of North Florida
Episode: 002: Pete Hegseth, Doug Wilson, and the God of War
Anthea Butler
Geraldine R. Segal Professor in American Social Thought at the University of Pennsylvania and author of the book White Evangelical Racism, The Politics of Morality in America
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: 001: Trump Year One: The War on Civil Rights - w/ Anthea Butler

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Sarah Posner
Host and investigative journalist focusing on the intersections of religious extremism and U.S. politics, emphasizing historical and ideological contexts.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Like no one else

    Posner’s show gets deep, has radical insight and inspires further learning. I so appreciate the excellent production and editing too. It is a cut above for all these reasons and more. Love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeBoulder
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent

    Intelligent and informative discussions. Really enjoying this podcast and look forward to more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B.Ladd
    Canada2 months ago

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004: DHS, Nazi Propaganda & the MAGA New Right: Inside Trump’s Intellectual Takeover
Q: What is their role in keeping the stolen election lie alive?
They are deeply invested in the narrative of a stolen election, which they continue to push despite being disproven.
004: DHS, Nazi Propaganda & the MAGA New Right: Inside Trump’s Intellectual Takeover
Q: Do the people that you write about similarly see [Trump] as that kind of salvific figure or do they see him more as a vessel for their ambitions?
Many view Trump as a useful tool rather than a committed leader, though some have grown fond of his strongman qualities.
004: DHS, Nazi Propaganda & the MAGA New Right: Inside Trump’s Intellectual Takeover
Q: Can you give us a brief overview of the landscape of this world that you're talking about and why smashing democratic norms and institutions is so central to it?
The landscape involves the elite spaces of the GOP taken over by formerly fringe conservatives who reject America's liberal traditions, aiming to establish a nativist populism.
003: Weaponizing “Religious Freedom”: Trump’s DOJ, "Religious Liberty," and the Attack on a Free Press
Q: What does the guest think about the base's reaction to the DOJ's actions?
The base likely feels emboldened by the aggressive rhetoric of the DOJ, seeing Trump's administration as a protector of their religious freedoms, despite its selective application.
003: Weaponizing “Religious Freedom”: Trump’s DOJ, "Religious Liberty," and the Attack on a Free Press
Q: How is the DOJ's treatment of the protesters related to Trump's promises about religious freedom?
The DOJ's arrests illustrate a selective enforcement of rights, showcasing the administration's commitment to protecting a specific version of religious freedom that aligns with Trump's evangelical base.

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Focusing on the intersections of religious extremism and U.S. politics, the content provides deep analysis on how white Christian nationalism has influenced significant political events, particularly in the context of the Trump administration. Episodes typically engage with major news events, expanding upon them through discussions with leading figures in relevant academic fields, such as Political Science and American Studies, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of the political landscape without overwhelming jargon. Notably, the series emphasizes the historical context behind contemporary issues, encouraging a discerning view on the subversion of democratic norms and institutions. This approach makes it particularly valuable ... more

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