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The Word in Black and Red

The Word in Black and Red
Joseph
The Bible
Genesis
Jacob
Liberation Theology
Judah
Trauma
Rachel
Paul's Letter To the Romans
Power Dynamics
Interpreting Biblical Texts
LGBTQ+ Community
Famine
Benjamin
Patriarchy
Social Justice
Inclusivity In Religion
Christian Scriptures
Translational Choices In Scriptures
Queer Relationships

Welcome to the Word in Black and Red, where we read the Bible from a leftist and liberationist perspective to elucidate the way people of faith and their comrades can understand the Bible as a source of healing, love, and liberation for all people.

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Latest Episodes

Join Micah, Mat, Waffles, and Josiah as we explore the genocidal prediction of the book of Joshua in Exodus 23:20-33. Why is the Bible so comfortable with this promise of genocide? How can we read this book that has such a fascist text buried inside ... more

Join Micah, Mystic Mike (formerly Mike the Anarchist), Aaron J Smith from All Things Made New, and Dave Bindewald from the Center for Play and Exploration as we discuss letting the fields give fruit for the poor, Sabbath rest, and the festivals outli... more

Content Warning: Explicit discussion about sexual assault and the way sexual assault victims have been and are being mistreated.

Join Micah, Ell, and Blue as we dive into the strange set of laws in Exodus 22:16-23:9. How have the victims of sexual a... more

Join Micah, Ell, Mat, and Aaron as we discuss the laws around slavery, violence, and property in Exodus 21-22:15. Why is learning about these antiquated and horrific laws important for our own time? Why did the Hebrew people revert back so quickly to... more

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Recent Guests

Graham Culbertson
Host of Everyday Anarchism
Everyday Anarchism
Episode: S 2.20 | Exodus 19-20 | Arrival at Mt. Sanai & the Ten Commandments
Ell Johnson
A Christian anarchist and co-host on The Word in Black and Red
The Word in Black and Red
Episode: 0.17 | Why Did Jesus Speak in Parables? | Crossover Episode from Found in Translation
Brandon Johnson
The Translator from the Found in Translation Podcast
Found in Translation Podcast
Episode: S 2.14 | Exodus 11-12:28 | The First Passover
W Scott McCandless
Host of Retelling the Bible Podcast
Retelling the Bible Podcast
Episode: S 2.14 | Exodus 11-12:28 | The First Passover
Aaron J Smith
Fledgling anarchist and member of an Episcopal Church community of anarchists.
All Things Made New
Episode: S 2.13 | Exodus 9:13-10:29 | Triad 3: The Hail, the Locusts, and the Darkness
Mason Mennenga
An anarchist and ex-evangelical, host of A People's Theology podcast
The People's Theology
Episode: S 2.12 | Exodus 8:20-9:12 | Triad 2: The Swarms, the Cattle, and the Boils
Rev. Liz Theoharis
Theologian, author, pastor, and anti-poverty organizer, founder and executive director of the Kairos Center for Religious, Rights, and Social Justice, ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church USA, co-pastor of the Freedom Church of the Poor, teaches at Union Theological Seminary in New York.
Kairos Center for Religious, Rights, and Social Justice
Episode: 0.16 | You Only Get What You're Organized to Take
Noam Sandweiss-Back
Program coordinator at the Kairos Center and organizes with the Poor People's Campaign, spent a decade organizing among the poor and dispossessed.
Kairos Center
Episode: 0.16 | You Only Get What You're Organized to Take
Jules Leslie Webb
Comic, artist, and leftist.
Episode: S 2.6 | Exodus 4:1-17 | The Snake Staff and the Withered Hand

Hosts

Micah Belong
Host of The Word in Black and Red
Michael Belong
Host of The Word in Black and Red

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 87 ratings
  • God is always on the side of the oppressed

    I have spent years away from religion, believing that it was incompatible with who I was as a person both politically and socially.

    This podcast and community has helped me understand religion in ways I didn't know was possible.

    Thank God for Micah and the rest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheBansheeQween
    United States5 months ago
  • Jesus is Woke

    Everything about Jesus of Nazareth’s actions, thoughts, conduct, ministry, and commandments are woke. This podcast gets that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SafetyPants
    United States9 months ago
  • Revolutionary

    Perfect podcast for all the anarchist & commie Christians out there ;)

    The diversity of perspectives from all the cohosts means that this podcast will challenge you no matter who you are. You’ll laugh a lot too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AveArden
    United Statesa year ago
  • a must listen for christians

    This podcast had completely changed my perspective on a lot of bible teachings. This is a necessary listen if you want to understand the bible!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    metritore
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank You

    Funny, insightful, vulnerable, and queer as can be. This show has been edifying for my faith and helped me understand more about scripture and myself. Keep up the good work folks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D.a.v.e. (Mic3)
    United Statesa year ago

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The diverse voices of the hosts and guests are highlighted as a vital aspect of the show's appeal, contributing to rich, thought-provoking dialogues that invite listeners to reconsider their views on faith and activism.
Community and personal stories shared by the hosts resonate deeply with the audience, fostering a sense of belonging and collective action.
Many find the commentary insightful and relevant to contemporary social justice issues, particularly how they relate to love and liberation in a modern context.
Some listeners express gratitude for the podcast's ability to reframe their understanding of religion, emphasizing its compatibility with progressive values.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions that challenge conventional interpretations of the Bible, often praising the podcast for providing a fresh, radical perspective on faith.

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S 2.12 | Exodus 8:20-9:12 | Triad 2: The Swarms, the Cattle, and the Boils
Q: Mason, could you tell us a little about your political tendency, your religious background, and how we can connect with you?
I think of myself as an anarchist, influenced by Quakerism and the emergent church movement. You can connect with me via my website masonmennenga.com.
S 2.4 | Exodus 2:23-3:12 | The Burning Bush & a Flaming God
Q: Tell me a little bit more about how Moses is perfectly positioned to do this.
Moses has Egyptian upbringing and managerial experience, making him well-equipped to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.
1.38 | Genesis 43-44 | Joseph Tests His Brothers
Q: Brandon Rhodes, would you mind telling us a little bit about your political tendency, religious background, and how we can connect with you?
Brandon shares his leftist political views, affinity for anarchism and socialism, and his transformative experiences growing up evangelical.
0.5.1 | Liberation Theology with David Inczauskis
Q: What does liberation theology actually mean?
Liberation theology reflects on God's work in the lives of oppressed people, emphasizing social justice and liberation.
0.7 | Feminist Theology & Postmodernism
Q: So how do we connect with you?
If you want to connect with me personally, please do, on Instagram, I am Lipstick Lutheran and Wisdom Ways in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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1. Graham Culbertson
2. Ell Johnson
3. Brandon Johnson
4. W Scott McCandless
5. Aaron J Smith
6. Mason Mennenga
7. Rev. Liz Theoharis
8. Noam Sandweiss-Back

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