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Straight White American Jesus

Bradley Onishi + Daniel Miller
Christian Nationalism
Josh Hawley
Donald Trump
Masculinity
Christianity
ICE
Evangelicalism
Trump Administration
Social Justice
Pete Hegseth
Charlie Kirk
Toxic Empathy
Immigration Policy
Republican Party
Bible
Iran
Democracy
United States
Civilizational Populism
Authoritarianism

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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What does the emerging religious left look like—and is it becoming a force in Democratic politics? In this Sunday interview, Leah Payne speaks with Associated Press religion and culture reporter Kyrsta Fauria about her reporting on progressive candid... more

In the Weekly Roundup, Brad Onishi examines how the American Right and MAGA are reacting to Abdul El-Sayed's victory in Michigan by calling him anti-American, communist, socialist, and more. As Brad explains, these rhetorical choices are strategies t... more

In this episode of It’s In the Code, Dan Miller tackles a question from a Jewish listener that cuts to the heart of Christian theology: if Jesus established a new covenant that fulfilled the Old Testament law, why do so many conservative Christians c... more

In this livestream of Straight White American Jesus (Axis Live), Matthew Taylor and Brad Onishi analyze three stories:

1. The meeting between Bibi Netanyahu and New Apostolic Reformation Leaders like Lance Wallnau

2. The emerging crop of Democrat... more

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Recent Guests

Lance Wallnau
Public figure in the New Apostolic Reformation circle, commentator
Self-employed/NAR-adjacent networks
Episode: Axis Live: Netanyahu Meets with the NAR + Dems do God Talk + Andrew Whitehead
TJ Poortinga
Author of Electric Orange, ex-evangelical turned novelist and researcher
Author, Electric Orange
Episode: The Sunday Interview: Exvangelicals, Christian Nationalism, and the Novel That Saw It Coming
LeRone Martin
Martin Luther King Jr. Centennial Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the MLK Jr. Research and Education Institute at Stanford
Stanford University
Episode: The Sunday Interview: Martin Luther King Jr. Wasn’t Born a Hero
Ivana Leidig
Director of Research and Outreach at the Center for the Study of Organized Hate; affiliated with the Center for Research on Extremism (University of Oslo); author
Center for the Study of Organized Hate; University of Oslo Center for Research on Extremism
Episode: The Women of the Far Right: Female Influencers, Tradwives, and Online Radicalization w/ Eviane Leidig
Haley Orion
Editor and journalist at Right Wing Watch, Arizona-based
Right Wing Watch / Left Coast Right Wing Watch
Episode: Axis Live: From Lindsey Graham to Charlie Kirk: The Theology of MAGA
Holly Berkley Fletcher
Author of The Missionary Kids, Unmasking the Myths of White Evangelicalism
Author; Axis Daily Brief contributor
Episode: The Sunday Interview: The Missionary Myth: How Evangelicalism Exported Christian Nationalism
Jared Huffman
Congressman, ranking member on the House Natural Resources Committee (Democrats)
U.S. Congress
Episode: Axis Live: Congressman Exposes Trump's America250 Corruption + Patriot Front's March
Warren Throckmorton
Author and scholar who debunks Christian nationalist myths
Independent scholar; author
Episode: Weekly Roundup: Trump's America250 Spectacle, the SSPX Schism, and the Rise of Democratic Socialists
Matt Taylor
Guest with focus on religion and politics, author of related work
Independent researcher / Axis Mundi contributor
Episode: Axis Live: Birthright Citizenship Reactions, Texas Bible Reading, NAR Gone Wild

Hosts

Brad Onishi
Host of Straight White American Jesus; co-host; religion professor and author; affiliated with Axis Mundi Media and interreligious engagement at Chicago Theological Seminary.
Dan Miller
Co-host, religion professor; scholar of religion and social thought; hosts and contributes to the series.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • A Must Listen!

    SWAJ has been a breath of fresh air for me. I found them right after Trump was elected (2016) and needed to make sense of how and why this happened, stayed because all the conversations about “hot button” topics are so important and spot on, and have remained engaged through the insanitary of a 2nd Trump administration.— not to mention, the deconstruction of my faith (from growing up within evangelicalism/ fundamentalism) has been painful, confusing and isolating at times- and the conversations ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reality_Carrie
    United States3 months ago
  • Low IQ

    Trump got elected because of illegal immigration, not Jesus

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    VietSchlong
    United States4 months 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
    Australia4 months 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 States5 months 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 States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some critiques mention pacing or editorial style, but overall sentiment highlights educational, nuanced discourse.
Listeners value the rigorous, historically informed analysis of religion and politics.
Audience feedback often notes the guests and hosts provide practical context for understanding current events in religion and politics.
Many praise the thoughtful, non-derivative take on Christian nationalism and its cultural impact.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Sunday Interview: Exvangelicals, Christian Nationalism, and the Novel That Saw It Coming
Q: Why did you choose to place the story in 2012 as an alternate history?
It was to provide a cleaner, more approachable narrative frame for exploring how early signs of theocratic and nationalistic impulses could evolve, and to show the roots of later political dynamics without the clutter of current events.
Axis Live: Pete Hegseth’s Testosterone Crusade + Trump's MAGA Iran Disaster
Q: How does Pete Hegseth's push to test testosterone levels in the military fit into broader cultural trends?
It's part of a larger convergence of the manosphere, MAHA health culture, and Christian nationalism, promoting a warrior masculinity that prioritizes hormonal augmentation and physical power over strategic discipline and ethical considerations, which threatens to redefine military leadership in ways that could undermine democratic civilian control.
Axis Live: Pete Hegseth’s Testosterone Crusade + Trump's MAGA Iran Disaster
Q: What do you see as the central conflict within the MAGA coalition over this war with Iran?
The central conflict is a clash between two wings: a Christian nationalist, imperialist strand that seeks broader US power and interventionism, and a more isolationist, border-focused America First faction that favors restraint. This fracture risks weakening the coalition as activists and voters drift toward different priorities.
The Women of the Far Right: Female Influencers, Tradwives, and Online Radicalization w/ Eviane Leidig
Q: How do these influencers present themselves online, and how do they perform a form of right-wing femininity that sustains their relevance?
She describes parasocial relationships, authenticity tactics, and the use of daily-life content to humanize and legitimize their messages, making them relatable while still promoting traditionalist and often anti-feminist narratives.
The Women of the Far Right: Female Influencers, Tradwives, and Online Radicalization w/ Eviane Leidig
Q: What would you say generally, if you had to break it down, is the role that women play politically in far-right movements? What is the space that they occupy in these movements?
Leidig explains that women are key in three ways: shaping participant composition, influencing perceived roles within movements, and positioning gender through rhetoric that blends aggressive masculinity with maternal femininity, thereby supporting and expanding the movement's reach.

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What is Straight White American Jesus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rigorous, analytically driven show that dissects the interplay between religion and politics in American public life, with a focus on Christian nationalism, evangelicalism, and how religious talk shapes policy and culture. Conversations routinely weave historical context, contemporary events, and scholarly critique—often featuring guests who offer legal, historical, or theological perspectives to challenge dominant narratives and illuminate underexplored dimensions of faith-driven politics. Noteworthy is a pattern of careful argumentation paired with accessible explanations, aiming to help listeners understand how religious rhetoric translates into real-world power and policy. A distinctive thread is the commitment to unpacking complex id... more

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2. TJ Poortinga
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