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The Magnificast

The Magnificast
Christianity
Liberation Theology
Capitalism
Social Justice
Climate Change
Marxism
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Catholic Church
Cuba
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Socialism
Donald Trump
Book Of Revelation
Venezuela
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Christmas
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United States

A weekly podcast about Christianity and leftist politics. The Magnificast is hosted by Dean Dettloff and Matt Bernico. Each week's episode focuses on a unique or under-realized aspect of territory between Christianity and politics that no one taught you about in sunday school.

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We're back with chapter 1 of Allan Boesak's Comfort and protest : reflections on the Apocalypse of John of Patmos. In the episode, we talk about revolt, state oppression, and peace.

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We're locking in this week to talk about humour in the bible, how tall the giants in the bible were, God watching deadpool and, of course, our favourite economic paradoxes. 

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This week on the pod, we're pausing our Revelation reading plan for some current revelatory news, we're surpassing 1.5C of warming! Read the UN EP report with us.

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We're back on our apocalyptic kick with Allan Boesak's Comfort and protest : reflections on the Apocalypse of John of Patmos. In the episode, we talk about Boesak's life, South African apartheid, Christianity and the state, and the specicifity of rev... more

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Recent Guests

Dean Dettloff
Author, Enough Is Enough
Fortress Press / authors
Episode: Crossover Episode: The Regrettable Century talks Enough Is Enough
Matt Bernico
Author, Enough Is Enough
Fortress Press / authors
Episode: Crossover Episode: The Regrettable Century talks Enough Is Enough
Anupama Ranawana
Author of A Liberation for the Earth, Climate, Race and Cross
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Episode: Liberation for the Earth with Anupama Ranawana
Nicolette Burbach
Catholic theologian, trans woman, editor of Trans Life in the Catholic Church Today
Trans Life in the Catholic Church Today (edited volume)
Episode: Trans life and the Catholic Church with Dr. Nicolete Burbach
Leonardo Boff
Brazilian liberation theologian
Liberation Theology, Brazil
Episode: Enough is more than enough
David C. L. Driedger
Mennonite pastor and author of "Nothing Will Save Us, A Theology of Immeasurable Life"
Pandora Press
Episode: Nothing Will Save Us w/ David C. L. Driedger
Jim Hodgson
Program coordinator for Latin America and the Caribbean for the United Church of Canada
United Church of Canada
Episode: Magnificast Classic: Understanding Venezuela w/ Jim Hodgson
George Ciccariello-Maher
Associate Professor of Politics and Global Studies at Drexel University in Philadelphia
Drexel University
Episode: Magnificast Classic: Chavismo, Venezuela, and Building Dual Power w/ George Ciccariello-Maher
William Gibson
Student minister in the Church of Scotland and PhD student researching Church of Scotland in the 1960s.
University of Glasgow
Episode: The World Communion of Reformed Churches w/ William Gibson

Hosts

Dean Dettloff
Co-host and host of The Magnificast; active in leftist Christian critique and academic-style analysis.
Matt Bernico
Co-host of The Magnificast; engages in left Christian discourse with humor and accessible analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 558 ratings
  • Good podcast

    An absolute gem of a Christian left podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hevlitica
    Sweden8 months ago
  • Great!

    Always a fun and informative listen!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    krss350
    United States10 months ago
  • Bone perverts of the world, unite!

    One of my favourite podcasts. Christianity from a leftist perspective and vice versa with lots of humour and great guests. Also highly recommended for bone perverts. If you know, you know.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yroffeiriad
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing

    This is my absolute favorite podcast, please never stop making it! Liberation Theology is a fairly niche subject and I’ve learned so much about it, and related topics, from this show. The hosts are both knowledgeable and humble, and I appreciate the mixture of humor and serious discussion. God bless you guys for creating an amazing resource for left-leaning Christians!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    77han77
    United Statesa year ago
  • Safe Harbor

    This is a more recent find for me — last year or so. I’d kind of sworn off theology podcasts for a while, but I enjoy this one. Steers pretty well clear of my religious traumas and neuroses! And I’ve plundered the show for some great reading recommendations too. Solidarity!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    edorman
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners wish for more explicit policy solutions or guest diversity.
Engaging, accessible analysis of Christian faith and leftist politics.
Humor and thoughtful guests make complex topics approachable.
Bold takes on liberation theology and anti-capitalist critique.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dear God, showtimes in my area now?
Q: Is it okay to listen to the Bible app while gaming?
The hosts discuss potential distractions but emphasize discernment and balance, ultimately encouraging focus on God.
Dear God, showtimes in my area now?
Q: Should I quit this?
The host suggests not multitasking with the Bible and other activities; rather, align your attention and purpose, recommending a deliberate approach to времени with God.
Liberation for the Earth with Anupama Ranawana
Q: What have been the conditions for Christianity and Christian Marxism to meet in Sri Lanka?
The interviewee explains that Sri Lanka has seen two insurrections rooted in labor disenfranchisement and caste/ethnic tensions, with Catholic workers, priests, and habitat nuns playing crucial roles in mobilizing and protecting communities; but the movement has also faced co-optation by Buddhist nationalists, complicating alliances and requiring careful, sustained solidarity across religious lines.
The imaginary apocalypse
Q: What is the extent of the devil's power?
They discuss possible powers like teleportation, shape-shifting, and deception, while also noting limits such as not being able to read thoughts, and they acknowledge it's a topic that requires careful theological sourcing and further research.
Magnificast Classic: Understanding Venezuela w/ Jim Hodgson
Q: So how do you think Christians can talk with each other about situations like Venezuela's in a way that does justice to the complexities?
Promoting dialogue, support for discussion among differing viewpoints, and engaging with varied perspectives on the situation helps navigate the polarized opinions around Venezuela.

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What is The Magnificast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly exploration at the intersection of Christianity and leftist politics, hosted by two scholars-activists who bring theological critique to current events, culture, and social justice. Episodes often unpack liberation theology, anti-imperialism, eco-justice, and the politics of faith with a sharp, humorous edge, blending historical analysis, contemporary critique, and pop-culture riffs. The format stays with two hosts and guest-free discussions that aim to make complex theological and political ideas accessible and actionable for listeners who want faith-informed critique of modern society. A distinctive element is the sustained fusion of rigorous theory with practical activism and accessible banter, which tends to attract listeners w... more

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2. Matt Bernico
3. Anupama Ranawana
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5. Leonardo Boff
6. David C. L. Driedger
7. Jim Hodgson
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