
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 92 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualitySociety & Culture | |||

With Esau out of town, we're sharing a special bonus episode featuring a few Holy Post Plus exclusives. First, Esau answers the question, "What should Christians say to the grieving?" in an episode of Advice-ish, our weekly HP+ advice-column-style sh... more
Pope Leo has issued a major warning about artificial intelligence, arguing that the danger is not merely that machines will become more human, but that humans will become more machine-like. Producer Mike takes over while Esau is away, joined by Malco... more
Faith can feel easy at the beginning, but what happens when you're stuck in the long middle? Tired, cynical, and wondering why God feels far away? Esau is joined by Tish Harrison Warren to talk about her new book, What Grows in Weary Lands: On Christ... more
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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I really look forward to this podcast every week. Esau talks about the things that need to be talked about in the culture right now and always comes at it with a solid biblical and theological lens that doesn’t make me feel like I need to choose sides. There’s no hint of snark or sarcasm, but an earnest attempt at understanding people we don’t agree with and an earnest mourning of how people who profess faith fail to live up to the calling of the gospel. Grace is extended to everyone and this ha... more
Thank you Esau & team so much! What a great resource this is for me personally as I navigate life with God for the sake of others.
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
Congrats Producer Mike. Esau, your insights today were very meaningful to me. Thank you.
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.
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This show blends theology with culture, inviting guests to explore how belief informs our views on politics, race, media, and everyday life. Episodes frequently center on faith-based ethics in public life, Christian formation, and how communities navigate polarization, ritual, and social justice. A notable strength is the thoughtful, often humorous banter between the host and guests, which helps unpack serious topics without losing humanity or nuance. A recurring thread is presenting Christian perspectives that are deeply rooted in Scripture while engaging contemporary culture, making it a solid fit for listeners who want rigorous ideas paired with accessible conversation and real-world applications.
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Recent guests on The Esau McCaulley Podcast include:
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2. Christine Jeske
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5. Malcolm Foley
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