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The New Evangelicals Podcast

Hosted by Tim Whitaker
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The New Evangelicals Podcast invites you into bold, thought-provoking conversations at the intersection of faith, politics, and justice. Each week our host, Tim Whitaker, speaks with pastors, theologians, scholars, and cultural leaders who are challenging the status quo, confronting Christian Nationalism, and imagining a more inclusive and just world.

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In this episode, Tim Whitaker brings on Michael Barrett, a seasoned lawyer and Christian, discusses the deep roots of Christian nationalism, its historical evolution, and how faith intersects with politics in America. He offers insights on how Christ... more

In this episode, Tim Whitaker brings on Starlett Thomas⁠ to explore the deep roots of racial violence, white supremacy, and the importance of truth-telling in healing and justice.

Starlett's Website | Racelessgospel.com

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03:40 Starlett Tho... more

In this episode, Tim Whitaker and Andrew Seidel explore the historical and constitutional basis of the United States' relationship with Christianity, debunking myths about the founding fathers' religious beliefs and the influence of Christian princip... more

In this episode, biblical scholar and archaeologist Dr. Cynthia Schaefer-Elliott explains how we understand the ancient world and biblical history through archaeology, textual analysis, and comparative studies. She discusses the complexities of bibli... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Cynthia Schaefer-Elliott
Archaeologist and biblical scholar focusing on ancient Israel and Judah
Academic researcher and archaeologist
Episode: 441. The Truth about Biblical History: It's Complicated
Lisa Sharon Harper
Author and activist featured as a guest discussing the war on Black women under Trump
Fortune? (via author)
Episode: Rebroadcast: 421. The War on Black Women Under Trump
Brian Recker
Author of Hellbent: How the Fear of Hell Holds Christians Back from a Spirituality of Love
Author, Speaker
Episode: 440. Ok but is Hell Really a Thing?
Ciara Jones
Consultant, educator, theologian; also known as The Gardening Theologian
Ciara Jones Consulting / The Gardening Theologian
Episode: 439. Composting White Supremacy
Rachel Kessler
Episcopalian priest, founder of Palestinian Anglicans and Clergy Allies
Palestinian Anglicans and Clergy Allies
Episode: 438. Fundamentalism Taught Me to Obey. Progressive Faith Taught Me to Love
Jerlyn Henry
Reverend Jerlyn Henry, Anglican priest in Canada
Anglican Church (Canada)
Episode: 437. Pastor by Day. Influencer by Night
Justin Oberstein
Psychotherapist, LGBTQ+-affirmative therapist; educated in sexology and sex therapy
Episode: 436. The Cost of Being Queer in the Church and How to Heal
Peter Carlson
Professor, medieval religion and gender studies scholar
California Lutheran University (former adjunct/tenure track); author of queer lectionaries
Episode: 435. Queering History
Timuse Spencer-Helms
A black modern mystic, board member of The New Evangelicals
The New Evangelicals
Episode: 434. Discovering Better Logics in a Binary World

Host

Tim Whitaker
Host of The New Evangelicals Podcast; leads conversations on faith, politics, and justice

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Islam 101

    Excellent discussion and insight into Islam, especially countering the ideas that fundamentalist Christians have introduced. Having spent a summer in my youth living with a Muslim family I appreciate Qasim’s clear explanations of his faith. We need this dialogue! Thank you!

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    Coastalgal88
    United States5 months ago
  • Thought provoking

    Very much enjoyed the discussion with Darrell Hamilton!

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    bacjkc04
    United States8 months ago
  • God had a plan

    How can you believe in demi gods (which everyone already knows is mentioned in the Bible) but one God is totally absurd?

    How can Eden (a paradise where you literally pick food off trees to eat, except for one) be a place where God needed Adam and Eve to slave for Him in The Garden? How can you go from being a Christian to thinking the devil is really a good guy and God is really the bad guy who condones slavery and genocide?

    God had a plan, because he knew we would mess up, and that's Jesu... more

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  • Lucas Wilson

    Great discussion!

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    United Statesa year ago
  • Ehhh

    I checked out The New Evangelicals hoping for genuine critique and nuance, but it’s just evangelical dogma swapped for progressive dogma. They’ve traded Bible Belt fundamentalism for woke fundamentalism, now preaching left-wing talking points dressed up as theology. Instead of sticking to their brand of progressive Christianity, they dive into politics—encouraging third-party voting and treating “Christian nationalism” like the ultimate evil—while completely ignoring Israeli power and the Torah’... more

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    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Engaging guests with deep expertise and human stories.
Balanced conversations with practical takeaways for faith communities.
Some listeners feel the episodes skew political; others praise the nuanced debate.
Thoughtful discussions that bridge faith and social justice.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

442. Was America Founded as a Christian Nation?
Q: All right, so my first question is, are you saying that none of the founding fathers were Christian at all?
The guest argues that even if some founders were devout Christians, that doesn't prove the nation was founded on Christian or Biblical principles; the emphasis is on the separation of church and state and the constitutional framework rather than a Christian theological foundation.
Rebroadcast: 400. The Separation of Church and Hate
Q: Did you go up in like an evangelical household? I mean, why did you write this book?
The guest describes growing up in a Catholic household with progressive influences, the hijacking of peace by televangelists, and how his experiences shaped his mission to take back the Bible from right-wing distortions.
439. Composting White Supremacy
Q: Did you maintain your faith, or did you end up losing it? Tell me about that.
The guest describes a journey from intense indoctrination to a broader exploration of faith, including personal experiences with sexuality and a shift toward religious pluralism and embodied spirituality.
438. Fundamentalism Taught Me to Obey. Progressive Faith Taught Me to Love
Q: Talk to me about your work Palestinian Anglicans and clergy allies. What is that, and why did you get into it?
She explains founding and growing a network to equip mainline clergy to speak about Palestine, navigate interfaith relationships, and amplify Palestinian Christian voices in a way that moves beyond evangelical discourse.
438. Fundamentalism Taught Me to Obey. Progressive Faith Taught Me to Love
Q: I gotta be honest, I don't know much about you, which makes for the best podcast, though, in my opinion. You can get to unpack the universe inside the guests kind of in real time.
The guest describes growing up in evangelical milieu, the path through Anglicanism in Canada, and eventual return to the Episcopal Church in the United States, highlighting how deconstruction opened space for broader Christian expression and activism, including Palestine advocacy.

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This show features candid conversations at the intersection of faith, politics, and justice, often challenging Christian nationalism and exploring how faith communities can engage more inclusively. Guests range from theologians and pastors to activists, scholars, and clinical professionals, with frequent emphasis on deconstruction, LGBTQ+ inclusion, interfaith dialogue, and social equity. The host typically guides discussions toward practical outcomes, coalition-building, and actionable insights for listeners navigating faith and public life. A notable strength is its willingness to feature diverse, insider perspectives—from former insiders to scholars—to illuminate complex religious and political dynamics without shying from controversial ... more

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2. Lisa Sharon Harper
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7. Justin Oberstein
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