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Let's talk US politics and culture from a progressive Christian perspective. Author and former pastor Desimber Rose, along with progressive theologian and author Dillon Naber Cruz, are here to make you think - and laugh - about the madness that ensues when we mix faith and politics.

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Well, somebody forgot to tell the South it was supposed to stay red. A blue tsunami washed through the South, flipping seats in historic numbers and helping Democrats reclaim both the House and Senate. This was a reckoning: a resounding rebuke of the... more

Obama’s roasting the décor, Trump’s reviewing the derrières, and voters are preparing to rearrange the seats. Welcome to American politics, where the gold is everywhere and the priorities are nowhere. Tonight, Dillon and Desimber unpack Obama’s White... more

The plot thickens. The standards don’t. From the new press secretary’s stumble-and-fumble debut to Abdul El-Sayed’s debate and James Talarico’s town hall, we’re unpacking who showed up, who showed out, and who needs their script rewritten. Plus: the ... more

America’s serving up another episode of “This Cannot Be Real,” and Dillon & Desimber are clocking in. Tonight on The God Squad Podcast, we’re unpacking the headlines, calling out the hypocrisy, and asking what happens when political power gets mistak... more

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Corey Brettschneider
Professor of Political Science at Brown University, host of The Oath in the Office
Brown University
Episode: #105: Who Defends Democracy? Presidential Power & the Constitution with Corey Brettschneider
Rosa J. Young
Dr. Rosa J. Young, missionary and educator often cited as mother of Black Lutheranism
Black Lutheran Church planting missions
Episode: #104: Trump TV & The Blue Wave Ban
Keith Giles
Author, podcaster, co-owner of Quoir Publishing and Pink Beam Press
Quoir Publishing / Pink Beam Press
Episode: SPOTLIGHT: From Theology to Sci-Fi: Keith Giles and the Future of Pink Beam Press
Jerlyn Henry
Right Reverend Jerlyn Henry, special guest on The God Squad Pod
Episode: AND ANOTHER THING: WTF?! Why Jasmine Crockett Deserved to Lose
Leslie Nease
Author, spiritual director, and host of Honoring The Journey podcast
Honoring The Journey; Survivor China alum
Episode: SPOTLIGHT: Honoring The Journey with Leslie Nease
Daniella Mestyanek Young
Cult survivor, Army veteran, Harvard-trained organizational psychologist; author
Author of The Culting of America
Episode: SPOTLIGHT: The Culting of America with The Knitting Cult Lady
Milo Yiannopoulos
Guest on segment What Say Ye?; controversial public commentator
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Episode: #101: Trump-a-Palooza: Ego Trips, Iran Slips & Midterm Panic
Daniel Henderson
Author and educator, recovering evangelical
Author, Reflections of a Recovered Evangelical
Episode: #099: Reflections of a Recovered Evangelical with Author Daniel Henderson
Cody Deese
Pastor, author, speaker; lead pastor of Vinings Lake Church in the Atlanta area
Vinings Lake Church
Episode: SPOTLIGHT: MAGA vs. Jesus with Pastor Cody Deese

Hosts

December Rose
Host of The God Squad Pod; main co-host balancing theological critique with compassion and humor.
Dillon Naber Cruz
Co-host focusing on progressive Christian perspectives, and critical discussion of faith and politics.
Desimber Rose
Co-host, theologian and author; engages in decolonial theology and progressive faith discourse.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • Liquor Locker

    A fresh look at the book of Jewish fairy tales.

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    liquor locker
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dave from New Mexico

    Man, that spontaneous prayer by Dillon about pressing on a la Hakim Jeffries inspiration was 🔥.

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    5
    dcpruyn
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brilliant truth telling

    Desimber, Dillon and Keith reveal the Bible in the context of current events. Every show gives me hope! Keep up the good work and congratulations on your 50th episode!

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    TruthBeToldAlways
    United Statesa year ago
  • EpicAF Humans

    Brilliant REAL theological professors

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    Pats73
    United Statesa year ago
  • God Squad

    Always appreciate your insights. Thank you for preaching the word of Jesus and always telling it like it is

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    listener from Nebraska
    United States2 years ago

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Bold, unapologetic discussions that push listeners to think differently.
Thought-provoking take on faith and politics that centers justice and compassion.
Hosts mix humor with rigorous critique of Christian nationalism and current events.

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#105: Who Defends Democracy? Presidential Power & the Constitution with Corey Brettschneider
Q: What should ordinary people do beyond voting to defend democracy?
Beyond registering and voting, communities should organize to defend constitutional norms, support independent prosecutor structures, push for structural reforms like court size adjustments, and advocate for laws that constrain presidential abuses of power.
SPOTLIGHT: From Theology to Sci-Fi: Keith Giles and the Future of Pink Beam Press
Q: You challenge these narratives that people have been taught to accept this absolute truth. Science fiction creates entirely new realities and assets that really suspend our belief or disbelief. Do you think there's something liberating about using imaginary worlds to help people recognize the limitations or maybe release themselves from inherited beliefs?
Yes, fiction provides a safe space to critique prevailing myths and power structures; it allows readers to see new possibilities and question the status quo without direct confrontation, which can catalyze personal and societal reflection.
#098: Jesus & John Wayne with Dr. Kristin Kobes Du Mez
Q: How do Live, Laugh, Love and Jesus and John Wayne differ in their portrayal of women and power within evangelical culture?
Du Mez says Jesus and John Wayne focuses on evangelical masculinity and militarism, while Live, Laugh, Love broadens the scope to include women's experiences, consumer culture, and the interconnected strands of holiness evangelicalism, mainline positivity, and prosperity-associated ideas to reveal how women both sustain and challenge patriarchal structures.
#098: Jesus & John Wayne with Dr. Kristin Kobes Du Mez
Q: But what was the reception like for that book?
Du Mez explains that the book initially targeted secular outlets and small evangelical circles, then gained significant traction through broad media attention and social discussions, finally becoming a pivotal moment in conversations about patriarchy and abuse within evangelical spaces.
#097: The Judas Effect with Author Amy Hawk
Q: What was the most jarring realization about evangelical culture during the Trump era?
Realizing that long-held church loyalties had been leveraged to defend political power, which felt like a betrayal of foundational Christian ethics.

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A progressive Christian show that pairs sharp political critique with theological reflection, frequently addressing Christian nationalism, decolonization, LGBTQ inclusion, and the ethics of faith in public life. Across episodes, hosts and guests wrestle with how to practice compassion, accountability, and justice in the face of current events, often challenging conservative tropes while foregrounding human dignity, racial justice, and community care. Noteworthy is the willingness to mix rigorous scholarship with candid personal narratives, creating a space for honest wrestling about faith, politics, and culture in the U.S. The format stands out for its provocative, outspoken tone, diverse guest lineup, and a commitment to modeling construct... more

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2. Rosa J. Young
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5. Leslie Nease
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