In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with Shannon Fleck, the new executive director of Faithful America. She discusses Christian Nationalism in Oklahoma and nationally. You can watch a video version of his conversation on YouTube. Fleck's predecessor, Rev. Nathan Empsall, previously appeared on episode 61 of Dangerous Dogma. He al…

Jennifer sits down with Josh Shaw to discuss POP's 15th Anniversary Season.By Pacific Opera Project

In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with sociologist Ruth Braunstein about her documentary podcast When the Wolves Came. You can also find her writings at her Substack newsletter Democracy Is Hard. Mentioned in the episode is Caleb Campbell, who previously appeared on episode 150 of Dangerous Dogma. Note: Don't forget to subscrib…

In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with journalist and Lutheran minister Angela Denker about her forthcoming book Disciples of White Jesus: The Radicalization of American Boyhood. You can watch a video version of this conversation here. You can also hear an earlier conversation with Denker in episode 68, and a conversation with …

Today, the rainbow-colored beast Kyle Smolinski, joins us to talk about his rise to fame as an openly gay Open Bodybuilding champion. From his technicolor mane to his heavyweight victories, Kyle shares his journey in the sport and what it takes to stand out—both on stage and beyond. The post Kyle Smolinski – Muscle, Mass and Rainbows appeared first…

Today, the rainbow-colored beast Kyle Smolinski, joins us to talk about his rise to fame as an openly gay Open Bodybuilding champion. From his technicolor mane to his heavyweight victories, Kyle shares his journey in the sport and what it takes to stand out—both on stage and beyond. The post Kyle Smolinski – Muscle, Mass and Rainbows appeared first…

In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with historian David Swartz about his new narrative podcast project Rebel on Main, which offers a historical and contemporary exploration of a Kentucky county and its unusual Confederate statue. You can watch a video version of this conversation here. (You can also hear an earlier episode with …

One of our all-time favorite wacky and wild films is RuPaul’s Starrbooty. Created during a lull in her career, Starrbooty became the launchpad for RuPaul’s career resurgence as host of RuPaul’s Drag Race, a show that mainstreamed drag so successfully it has overshadowed many other styles and interpretations of the art form. Today, Starrbooty produc…

One of our all-time favorite wacky and wild films is RuPaul’s Starrbooty. Created during a lull in her career, Starrbooty became the launchpad for RuPaul’s career resurgence as host of RuPaul’s Drag Race, a show that mainstreamed drag so successfully it has overshadowed many other styles and interpretations of the art form. Today, Starrbooty produc…

In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with Rev. Munther Isaac, pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Christmas Church in Bethlehem, about his forthcoming book Christ in the Rubble: Faith, the Bible, and the Genocide in Gaza. He also talks about Donald Trump's plan to "take over" Gaza, the importance of using the terms "genocide" and "…

Americans are now queerer than ever! A new Gallup poll shows 9.3% of folks now identify as something other than straight—up from 7.6% in 2023. And Gen Z? A whopping 23%! Party! Joining us today is the self-proclaimed ‘lesbian on the weekends’-- the West Side comedy queen of raunch, Tiny Thickemz, along with her comedy partner in life and onstage, O…

Americans are now queerer than ever! A new Gallup poll shows 9.3% of folks now identify as something other than straight—up from 7.6% in 2023. And Gen Z? A whopping 23%! Party! Joining us today is the self-proclaimed ‘lesbian on the weekends’-- the West Side comedy queen of raunch, Tiny Thickemz, along with her comedy partner in life and onstage, O…

On Tuesday (Feb. 25), a session of the Oklahoma Senate transformed into a spontaneous Bible study. Or perhaps more of a Bible study cosplay demonstrating how not to read the Bible, specifically how not to read the Book of Proverbs. In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor unpacks the errors in how Proverbs was cited by a state senator tryin…

Today, we’re chatting with one of our favorite wicked but wonderful witches, musician Caleb De Casper. A fierce advocate for queer rights, Caleb is known for his electrifying performances and signature blend of dark synth-pop, glam punk rock, and horror cabaret. Honored with his own day in Austin, Texas, Caleb joins us to celebrate 20 years of Feas…

Today, we’re chatting with one of our favorite wicked but wonderful witches, musician Caleb De Casper. A fierce advocate for queer rights, Caleb is known for his electrifying performances and signature blend of dark synth-pop, glam punk rock, and horror cabaret. Honored with his own day in Austin, Texas, Caleb joins us to celebrate 20 years of Feas…

In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with Karrie Gaspard-Hogewood, a sociology doctoral fellow at Tulane University, about a protest march she organized to counter an event by Christian Nationalistic musician Sean Feucht in New Orleans on Feb. 8, 2025. You can learn more about Feucht at A Public Witness, including reports on his p…

In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with Rev. Paul Raushenbush, president and CEO of Interfaith Alliance, about various ways the Trump administration has targeted Christian groups, including Episcopalians, Catholics, and Lutherans. You can read more about the recent attacks on Lutheran charity work in a report at A Public Witness…

In this episode, we kick things off by sending our thoughts and prayers to those affected by the tragic crashes at DCA Airport and Philadelphia. We take a moment to reflect on these events and the impact they’ve had. Then, we dive into some of the hottest topics making headlines! We talk about the potential Target boycott after their recent policy …

In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with John Danforth, a former U.S. Senator and Episcopal priest, about the controversy over Episcopal Bishop Mariann Budde's sermon during an inauguration prayer service at the Washington National Cathedral. You can read more about the issue at A Public Witness, including a report on the sermon,…

The world feels like it’s teetering on the edge of an apocalypse, or maybe just a really dramatic season finale. Lately, we've witnessed a wave of significant deaths, or things barely clinging to life: TikTok, filmmaker David Lynch, anti-gay crusader Anita Bryant, bodybuilder Chris O’Donnell, PrEP, Marriage Equality, democracy, the U.S. dollar, the…

The world feels like it’s teetering on the edge of an apocalypse, or maybe just a really dramatic season finale. Lately, we've witnessed a wave of significant deaths, or things barely clinging to life: TikTok, filmmaker David Lynch, anti-gay crusader Anita Bryant, bodybuilder Chris O’Donnell, PrEP, Marriage Equality, democracy, the U.S. dollar, the…

Join Alicia and Caleb as they dig in to one of the first real fights. Please give us a follow on Facebook and Instagram @tphitlnaruto.podcastBy Alicia Shaw & Caleb Shaw

In this solo episode, Damian covers a range of trending topics making waves in the media. He begins with a discussion on the ongoing ceasefire in Gaza, providing insight into its global implications. The conversation then shifts to the growing controversy surrounding a potential TikTok ban set to take place starting Sunday. Damian also dives into t…

Joe Blosser talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about her new book To Love Our Neighbors: Radical Practices in Solidarity, Sufficiency, and Sustainability. He also discusses understandings of how a neighbor is, church food pantries, and economic neoliberalism. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness…

We’re excited to have Xavier on the show for his debut episode—and for the first time, this episode is available on YouTube! This week, we explore the ongoing beef between Lil Tjay and PlaqueBoyMax (9:45), discuss the TV shows we’re most excited about in 2025 (20:30), and reflect on the impact of the recent LA wildfires (44:00). Then, we make our N…

Welcome to the first episode of 2025! We’re kicking off the new year with a jam-packed episode that includes a recap of our Christmas and New Year’s celebrations, a reflection on how 2024 treated us (10:10), and the launch of a brand-new segment where we read and discuss a Bible verse of the day (16:25). We also dive into our personal goals and res…

POPeracast host Jennifer Miller Hammel introduces tenor Patrick Bessenbacher, the devious Count Bandiera in POP's upcoming production of Antonio Salieri’s La scuola de' gelosi, to the POP family. La scuola de' gelosi Friday January 10, 2025 | 7:30PM Saturday January 11, 2025 | 7:30PM Sunday January 12, 2025 | 3:00PM Friday January 17, 2025 | 7:30PM…

This week on If Walls Could Talk, we kick things off with a fun and fast-paced recap of the week’s highlights and start by breaking down the drama surrounding Travis Hunter and his fiancée, offering our takes on their situation (8:08). Then, we shift gears to discuss the reality TV hit The Ultimatum *spoiler alert* and what we think about the coupl…

Bruce Chilton, professor of religion at Bard College, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his new book The Herods: Murder, Politics, and the Art of Succession. He also discusses the political issues at play in New Testament stories like the birth, teachings, and death of Jesus. This episode is being reissued and was originally released…

Send us a text What do you collect? Why do you collect it? Join us as we talk about the collections we've seen, had, and lost. Be sure to follow us @letsaskdadpodcast on Instagram Let’s Ask Dad on Facebook Or email us at [email protected] Caleb Shaw & Randy Swieringa

Christi Harlan talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about her new books Mr. President, The Class Is Yours: Jimmy Carter's Sunday School Lessons in Washington, D.C. and Normal Lives: President Jimmy Carter and His Church. She also discusses Carter's teaching style and humor, as well as the church's history. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to o…

Send us a text The End of Book One is upon us. Join Alex and Caleb as they discuss the second half of the finale. Follow us everywhere @TOTIAvatarpodcast Or contact us at [email protected] Caleb Shaw & Alex Weiss

Samuel Perry, a professor of sociology at the University of Oklahoma, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his new book Religion for Realists: Why We All Need the Scientific Study of Religion. He also discusses issues of religious identity, partisanship, and Christian Nationalism. He previously appeared on episode 46. Note: Don't forget…

Send us a text We begin the Finale as Alex and Caleb discuss the beginning of the end. Follow us everywhere @TOTIAvatarpodcast Or contact us at [email protected] Caleb Shaw & Alex Weiss

Folks are shocked at the results of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election. Despite insulting everyone they could and promising to end free elections, Trump and MAGA republicans are set to control our federal government, now with no judicial restraints. Today comedian and comedy writer Dan Cass joins us to look at what happened during the 2024 U.S. Pr…

Folks are shocked at the results of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election. Despite insulting everyone they could and promising to end free elections, Trump and MAGA republicans are set to control our federal government, now with no judicial restraints. Today comedian and comedy writer Dan Cass joins us to look at what happened during the 2024 U.S. Pr…

Your favorite boys are back with a new episode of If Walls Could Talk! The guys start with a life update and talk about changes since Damian and Cam turned 26 (2:58) and what is a better experience, NFL stadium or NBA arena (7:56). They jump into recent news of Drake suing UMG for “artificially inflating” Not like us and how they feel about the law…

Send us a text Finally, the gang has reached the North Pole. As Alex and Caleb button up their coats to talk about this chilling episode, get ready for our last few normal season episodes. Follow us everywhere @TOTIAvatarpodcast Or contact us at [email protected] Caleb Shaw & Alex Weiss

This episode features a conversation originally recorded in May 2020 for the podcast Baptist Without An Adjective. In it, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor interviewed author and sociologist Tony Campolo. The author of 35 books and a longtime professor at Eastern University, Campolo died on Nov. 19 at the age of 89. This conversation is being rebroad…

Send us a text Just a few episodes left of the first season! Join the boys as they talk about The Northern Air Temple. Follow us everywhere @TOTIAvatarpodcast Or contact us at [email protected] Caleb Shaw & Alex Weiss

Folks are shocked at the results of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election. Despite insulting everyone they could and promising to end free elections, Trump and MAGA republicans are set to control our federal government, now with no judicial restraints. Today comedian and comedy writer Dan Cass joins us to look at what happened during the 2024 U.S. Pr…

Folks are shocked at the results of the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election. Despite insulting everyone they could and promising to end free elections, Trump and MAGA republicans are set to control our federal government, now with no judicial restraints. Today comedian and comedy writer Dan Cass joins us to look at what happened during the 2024 U.S. Pr…

Grace Ji-Sun Kim, a professor of theology at Earlham School of Religion, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about her new book When God Became White: Dismantling Whiteness for a More Just Christianity. She also discusses issues of racism, patriarchy, and Christian Nationalism. She previously appeared on episode 145. She writes a Substack ne…