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The Esau McCaulley Podcast

Esau McCaulley
Christianity
Racism
Donald Trump
Taylor Swift
Faith
ICE
Love
Theology
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Mary Magdalene
Gen Z
Immigration
United States
Empathy
Alex Pretti
Capitalism
Social Justice
Paul
ICE Raids
Children's Literature

The Esau McCaulley Podcast unpacks the cultural stories that shape our lives. Pop culture always reveals something about what it means to be human: both our glory and our brokenness. Rather than retreating from the culture, Esau and his friends dive in head-on, bringing theological depth, humor, and a perspective you won't find anywhere else. From movies and music to news and politics, we find wha... more

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People are searching for rituals, but often in places the church has abandoned. Esau, Mike, and Rochelle Scheuermann talk about whether friendship can survive political disagreement, why people are inventing new rituals for belonging and meaning, and... more

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A group of pastors prayed over a golden statue of President Trump, but they insist it was not a "golden calf" situation. Esau, Malcolm and Mike discuss what the Trump statue reveals about power, idolatry, and the church's temptation to bless empire. ... more

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The Supreme Court's latest Voting Rights Act decision has reignited an old debate: does discrimination only matter when racist intent can be pro... more

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After another assassination attempt on President Trump, Esau McCaulley, Malcolm Foley and Mike Stralow wrestle with what it means that political violence is starting to feel normal, and why Christians must reject any attempt to justify it in Jesus' n... more

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Recent Guests

Christine Jeske
First-time Holy Post guest, professor; anthropology
Wee in College
Episode: Trump as the Good Physician and Bieber's Coachella Performance
Stephen Harris
Teaching elder and PhD student in African-American religious history
Harvard (phd program focus)
Episode: Trump's Crazy Holy Week
Natasha Sistrunk Robinson
President and CEO of T3 Leadership Solutions; founder of Leadership Links
T3 Leadership Solutions
Episode: When Even War and Death Become Content
Show Baraka
Guest on location, discussed in conversation with hosts
Holy Post Media / Show Baraka
Episode: Unqualified MAGA and the Politics of Hate
Sharon Hattie Miller
Co-pastor of Bright City Church
Bright City Church, North Carolina
Episode: Iran, End Times, and the McDonald's Bite Seen Around the World
Justin Gibbony
The president of the Anne Campaign.
The Anne Campaign
Episode: Outsourcing Our Social Lives to AI
Emerson Slaughter
Community Engagement Coordinator at Holy Post
Holy Post
Episode: Alex Pretti's Killing and Not Letting Rage Win
Taylor Gray
Rapper and musical artist
Episode: ICE, the Fed, and How Power Bends the Truth
Justin Gibbon
Author and commentator on social issues
Not mentioned
Episode: SNAP Cuts and God's Concern for the Poor

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Esau McCaulley
Host of The Esau McCaulley Podcast; affiliated with Holy Post Media / The Holy Post Network

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • April 30th Church portion

    The conversation that was initiated by director/producer, Mike was really good. Both of you had some excellent points. I think Mike speaking to the unhealthy focus on church numbers was spot on. It’s so much more about if people are getting healthy and growing as disciples and being taught how to disciple others.

    And Esau’s point about the comparison between the influencer style pastors, and the everyday church pastor that’s shepherding between 75 and a 125 people. The comparisons are just unfa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pastor Felicia
    United Statesa month ago
  • Important topic today!

    Congrats Producer Mike. Esau, your insights today were very meaningful to me. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Play3fair
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love this show and suggestion

    Love this show and particularly when you bring theological nuance to modern events. I’d love to hear more about nonviolence in our moment. I wondered how you might process Bonhoeffer who is often portrayed as a hero in his attempt to assassinate Hitler. I think he was wrong in this. But I’d love more discussion on Just War, political violence, and the way Scripture interacts. Because it is a thorny issue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    124568866)$8$;:&
    United Statesa month ago
  • Enjoyable & informative

    I enjoy listening go Esau and the variety of guest he brings on the show each week. Esau is funny, smart and easy to listen to. He and his guest have honest and important conversation and I appreciate hearing from voices. Esau is relevant to the day in terms of culture and hot topics without getting too deep in the weeds. As an older white woman in the south, it’s imperative that I get insight from younger generation. Esau and his guest keep me engaged in what’s going on and always with a Biblic... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mamanobles
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fun and deep

    This is an important podcast for white evangelicals. It’s good to hear the perspective of the black church. It may challenge some of your preconceptions. That’s good! I’ve learned so much by listening to this podcast. Esau is so talented and a great communicator. I also enjoy Mike and Malcolm.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    72 but still a learner
    United States2 months ago

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Fans love the balance of humor and serious analysis, plus the engaging guest lineup.
Listeners praise the show for its thoughtful Christian commentary at the intersection of faith, culture and current events.
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Gutting the Voting Rights Act and Why Results Matter as Much as Intent
Q: What structural change do the hosts discuss as a potential long-term fix to voting representation beyond revising the Act?
Doubling the size of the House of Representatives to increase the number of districts and diversify representation, which could reduce per-constituent influence and mitigate the harms of gerrymandering.
Gutting the Voting Rights Act and Why Results Matter as Much as Intent
Q: What is the core issue with the Supreme Court's interpretation of the Voting Rights Act in relation to redistricting?
The core issue is whether the decision should focus on the racist intent behind districting or the discriminatory impact of the maps, and how both factors influence whether a map violates the Act.
Lent After Loss: What Christian Hope Really Looks Like
Q: How do we live in that tension as people of hope?
The book discusses how to navigate the already and not yet of the Christian experience, focusing on the significance of the Eucharist.
Lent After Loss: What Christian Hope Really Looks Like
Q: How do you explore this idea of restoring trust in those things?
I encourage people to be honest with God about their desires and not assume that unanswered prayer equals failure.
Lent After Loss: What Christian Hope Really Looks Like
Q: What do you think that Christians get wrong about families who are going through suffering?
We ostracize families and people who are suffering as if they're outside the norm or getting it wrong, which can be a version of prosperity gospel light.

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2. Stephen Harris
3. Natasha Sistrunk Robinson
4. Show Baraka
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7. Emerson Slaughter
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