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The Holy Post

Phil Vischer
Christian Nationalism
Generation Z
Donald Trump
Peacemaking
Abortion
Immigration
Christmas
Christianity
Israel
War In Gaza
Palestine
Coca-Cola
Charles Dickens
Digital Media
October 7th Attack
Anti-Semitism
Puritans
Victorian Era
Queen Victoria
Santa Claus

Join VeggieTales and What's in the Bible? creator Phil Vischer and co-host Skye Jethani (author, speaker, pastor) for a fast-paced and often funny conversation about pop culture, media, theology, and the fun, fun, fun of living a thoughtful Christian life in an increasingly post-Christian culture.

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Pope Francis died on Monday. Will the Catholic Church continue to move in the direction of inclusion and reform, or will it elect a more traditional leader in reaction to the last papacy? Mike Cosper is back to talk about his new podcast from Christi... more

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Recent Guests

John Kasich
Former Governor of Ohio, author of Heaven Help Us
Author
Episode: 667: The Future of Faith in America with John Kasich
Mike Cosper
Senior Director of CT Media, author of The Church in Dark Times
Christianity Today
Episode: 666: Lessons from the Satanic Panic with Mike Cosper
Kirsten Gillibrand
United States Senator from New York
U.S. Senate
Episode: 665: Can Democrats Win Back Religious Voters? with Senator Kirsten Gillibrand
Jonathan Rauch
A journalist and author, known for his exploration of political and social ideas related to Christianity and democracy.
Brookings Institution
Episode: 664: An Atheist Says America Needs Jesus with Jonathan Rauch
Bri Stensrud
Director of Women of Welcome and author
Women of Welcome
Episode: 663: Snow White, Scarcity, & Why Immigration is Pro-Life and Bri Stensrud
Lee Camp
Creator and host of No Small Endeavor, Professor of Theology and Ethics at Lipscomb University
No Small Endeavor
Episode: 662: Why Nazi Comparisons Don't Help & Hosting Cultural Conversations and Lee C. Camp
Glenn Packiam
Lead pastor of Rock Harbor Church and author of 'What's a Christian Anyway?'
Rock Harbor Church
Episode: 661: Non-Cringy Christian Media & the Nicene Creed and Glenn Packiam
Charlie Peacock
Legendary musician, songwriter and producer
Solo artist, former producer
Episode: 660: Following Christ in “Negative World” and Charlie Peacock
Malcolm Foley
Historian and advisor at Baylor University, co-pastor at Mosaic Waco
Baylor University
Episode: 659: The Root of Racism is Greed Not Hate with Malcolm Foley

Hosts

Phil Vischer
Co-host and creator of VeggieTales, offering a unique perspective on faith and pop culture.
Skye Jethani
Co-host, author, speaker, and pastor, integrating theology with practical living.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 6.3k ratings
  • Great, but Sometimes Aggravating

    As someone who grew up in the Christian right but has grown more to the left, I appreciate that Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn bring the Christian right to task on a number of issues. That is especially courageous in these polarized times especially considering the absolute trashing Phil often takes on social media for daring to speak truth to power.

    However, there are multiple times an episode where the hosts talk about the left and Democrats where I believe their views are skewed by what the Christ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    separateunion
    United States22 days ago
  • Not very insightful

    Haven’t listened to this show in a while, I came back to whiny liberal “Christians” what happened?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Aviation lover2564
    United States22 days ago
  • Always a blessing

    So helpful as an American living abroad to keep up to date on news, be encouraged in the faith, and laugh!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    klowery15508
    United Kingdom24 days ago
  • Anti-Arab colonial platform

    Often claims that they equally criticize “both” sides, but consistently platforms David French, a man who clearly supports the removal and destruction of the Palestinians, openly admits to being paid by the Israeli government, and believes that private Christian schools should not be held to the same standards as non-christian private schools. It is openly colonial in its thinking and discriminatory. David French continues to promote his own power and deny that others have the right to conduct t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jason Stein
    Canadaa month ago
  • Senator Kirsten Gillibrand interview & discussion

    Really thoughtful and informative interview and discussion!! This kind of substantive material is why I keep coming back, hopeful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mouths full of laughter
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful discussions on faith, culture, and politics, often highlighting the humor and sincerity of the hosts.
Overall, feedback emphasizes the show's role as a source of comfort and community for those navigating their faith in modern times.
Criticism comes from some who feel the show is increasingly one-sided in its political commentary, desiring more balanced perspectives.
Many praise the engaging nature of the conversations, making complex topics accessible and relatable.

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667: The Future of Faith in America with John Kasich
Q: How do you balance the need for institutions without taking away from individual autonomy?
The individual is critical and institutions should support individual initiatives.
667: The Future of Faith in America with John Kasich
Q: What is it that kind of brought you back into your faith in a significant way?
A tragedy where my parents were killed by a drunk driver compelled me to explore my faith and reconnect with God.
666: Lessons from the Satanic Panic with Mike Cosper
Q: How do you see that playing out right now? What is the current satanic panic and what function is it serving for evangelicals or Christians today?
There's a mainstreaming of anxiety surrounding immigrants and certain groups, drawing parallels to how past moral panics have targeted perceived external threats to children.
666: Lessons from the Satanic Panic with Mike Cosper
Q: What's your quick elevator pitch kind of response to someone asking what was the satanic panic?
The satanic panic was the belief that there was a cabal of satanists that was international, underground, deeply networked, conspiring together to abuse children and engage in various nefarious acts.
665: Can Democrats Win Back Religious Voters? with Senator Kirsten Gillibrand
Q: Do you think there's room in today's post-Roe Democratic Party for a pro-life candidate at any level?
I think it's important that we as a party believe in a lot of the autonomy and equality and civil rights and civil liberties.

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