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Straight White American Jesus

Bradley Onishi + Daniel Miller
Christian Nationalism
Donald Trump
Josh Hawley
Masculinity
Christianity
Toxic Empathy
Empathy
ICE
Trump Administration
Allie Beth Stuckey
Faith Deconstruction
Evangelicalism
Social Justice
Charlie Kirk
Pete Hegseth
High Control Religion
Immigration Policy
Republican Party
Iran
United States

An in-depth examination of the culture and politics of Christian Nationalism and Evangelicalism by two ex-evangelical ministers-turned-religion professors. If you have ever wondered what social and historical forces led white evangelicals to usher Donald Trump into the White House this is the show for you. As former insiders and critical scholars of religion, Dan Miller and Bradley Onishi have a u... more

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Despite his promises, Josh Hawley’s vision of masculinity and masculine virtue is not “Christian” in any definable way. But while this may be surprising, given his Christian nationalist credentials, it actually serves the interests of his ideology no... more

The repeal of the military’s flu vaccine mandate by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth might seem like a minor policy shift, but it opens a window into a much larger movement reshaping American politics, religion, and public health. In this episode, we u... more

In this compelling installment of the Sunday Interview, host Brad Onishi engages in a deep-dive conversation with Dr. Tiffany Townsend, a distinguished psychologist and former Chief Diversity Officer, to discuss her timely new book, Weathering the St... more

Brad Onishi and Dan Miller discuss the Trump DOJ’s indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center, alleging it defrauded donors by paying informants for access to extremist groups, with charges including wire fraud, bank fraud, conspiracy, and money l... more

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Recent Guests

Pete Hegseth
Fox News commentator; leader in conservative Christian nationalist circles; TpUSA ally
Tpusa; Fox News
Episode: Weekly Roundup: Trump, Vance, and Just War Theory + Pete's Pulp Fiction
John D. Vance
Catholic convert and political figure discussed in the episode; associated with the debate over the Pope and Western civilization
United States politics
Episode: Trump, the Pope, and the Myth of Western Civilization
Viktor Orban
Prime Minister of Hungary referenced as a central figure in the defense of Western civilization
Hungary Government
Episode: Trump, the Pope, and the Myth of Western Civilization
Bart Ehrman
New Testament scholar and author
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: The Sunday Interview: Did Jesus Invent Western Morality with Dr. Bart Ehrman
Rebecca Bratten Weiss
Digital editor at US Catholic Magazine, journalist with Catholic perspective
US Catholic Magazine
Episode: Weekly Roundup: Did Donald Trump Threaten the Pope? + MAGA Turns on Trump
Thomas Lecaque
Medievalist and associate professor with expertise in religion and politics
Grandview University
Episode: Weekly Roundup: Did Donald Trump Threaten the Pope? + MAGA Turns on Trump
Raúl Torrez
Attorney General of New Mexico
New Mexico Office of the Attorney General
Episode: Predators, Algorithms, and Profit: How New Mexico Took Down Meta
AJ Bauer
Historian, researcher of right-wing movements, author of Making the Liberal Media, How Conservatives Built a Movement Against the Press
Columbia University Press (author)
Episode: The Sunday Interview: The Myth of Liberal Media Bias: A History of the Conservative Media Machine
Annika Brock Schmidt
Guest; interview segment planned
Academic/Writer
Episode: Weekly Roundup: No Catholics at the Pentagon, Trump as Jesus + the Conversion Therapy Court Case

Hosts

Brad Onishi
Host and co-founder of Axis Mundi Media; co-host of the show focusing on Christian nationalism and Evangelical politics.
Daniel Miller
Professor of religion and social thought; co-host with a focus on religion, society, and politics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • Low IQ

    Trump got elected because of illegal immigration, not Jesus

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    VietSchlong
    United Statesa month ago
  • Reflects my Faith

    This mob are pretty special. I spent 53 years in mission and community development and I don’t find this mob the least bit offensive. Far from it. Folks like me are mostly digging in deep to our beliefs and so are these folks. Also their theological framework gives a fairly obvious reflection on the current (2026) US Administration.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    davehammond
    Australiaa month ago
  • This should be listened to by all of those who follow the suffering servant savior Christ.

    This show really helps me a get a more legitimate grasp of Christ. God incarnate who did not try set a regime, but died for everyone, without resistance or fight. This perspective here, slaps Christian Nationalism in the face.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zechy roorroo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Christian Teaching Style Undermines Content

    The premise of this show is interesting and I believe that the hosts are earnest in what they are attempting to do. However, as I listen to it it falls into the the trap of Christian teaching style which is stating a point slowly and repeating it but never actually substantiating the point. It’s a subtle this is true because I say it is true that plagues churches. Spend an hour in a JW meeting and this exact style is on display. It’s a form of trust me bro that can be particularly damaging when ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Meleetyme
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent

    I appreciate the variety of shorter and longer episodes and mix of series and stand alone episodes. Guests are always great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShaverCL
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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

- Overall, the audience finds it a timely, essential resource for understanding religion in politics.
- Many appreciate the rigorous, scholarly approach to Christian nationalism and its policy implications.
- Listeners praise the show for its thoughtful, level-headed analysis and useful takeaways on complex topics.
- Several reviews highlight the show's ability to connect religious narratives with current events and democratic concerns.
- Some critique indicates the tone or editing can feel uneven or polarizing to certain audiences.

Chart Rankings

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

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#179
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#159
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#178
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Sunday Interview: Did Jesus Invent Western Morality with Dr. Bart Ehrman
Q: Can secular or non-Christian people still claim this universal ethic as part of Western morality?
Yes, many individuals outside Christian faiths participate in care for others; Ehrman notes that while the kernel originates in Christian teaching, humanitarian ethics have been adopted and adapted across cultures and secular frameworks.
The Sunday Interview: Did Jesus Invent Western Morality with Dr. Bart Ehrman
Q: How does the Pauline intramural focus relate to Acts and early church practice?
Acts shows early Christians pooling resources and helping the Jerusalem community, but Paul shifts emphasis toward supporting Gentile churches and intramural care, highlighting a tension between universal aid and church-centered giving.
The Sunday Interview: Did Jesus Invent Western Morality with Dr. Bart Ehrman
Q: If the empire is largely Christian by the 5th and 6th centuries, does coercion undermine the thesis of universal altruism?
Constantine's era did not primarily rely on coercion to spread Christianity; later emperors did more of this, but the core ethical teaching about helping those in need persisted and spread even when conversions were not entirely voluntary.
Predators, Algorithms, and Profit: How New Mexico Took Down Meta
Q: How does this case address Section 230, and what changes did you push for?
We argued that the harm isn't about content itself but about the product design and features that drive engagement in ways that harm vulnerable users, and that certain protections under Section 230 don't shield those design choices from liability; this led to a strategy focusing on consumer protection laws and potential injunctive relief.
Predators, Algorithms, and Profit: How New Mexico Took Down Meta
Q: Tell me about that undercover operation and what was learned from it.
The undercover operation showed how an account created to study predatory behavior could be flooded with explicit material, and it revealed that Meta had information that could help an account grow its reach, indicating internal awareness of the problem and a systemic failure to address it.

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This show analyzes the influence of Christian nationalism and Evangelical politics in the U.S. through scholarly, critical lenses, often pairing religion professors with journalists or political commentators to dissect current events, policy debates, and cultural narratives. Episodes frequently tackle topics like Christian nationalism, religious liberty, immigration policy, and the relationship between faith and democracy, with a strong emphasis on identifying power dynamics, misinformation, and the social impact of religious ideology. Noteworthy here is the blend of rigorous academic analysis with accessible, timely commentary, as well as recurring deep dives into how religious rhetoric shapes policy and public life. Listeners can expect t... more

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