The Church Politics Podcast

Justin interviews Black Republican Cory Ruth about whether or not healthcare is a human right. He also talks about Elon Musk and Oligarchy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin gives 3 reasons why we should critique and correct people in our identity group. He also talks about mental illness and Americans' optimism about Trump's presidency. Show notes: https://unherd.com/2025/01/bring-back-paternalism-for-the-mentally-ill/https://x.com/iapolls2022/status/1880985783990890529?s=46&t=QIXD2eZx9xXe5eDxKKUDPg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin sits down with Dr. Jaha Howard to discuss the L.A. fires and Obama laughing with Trump at President Jimmy Carter's funeral. Show Notes:https://www.wsj.com/video/trump-wont-rule-out-military-action-to-control-greenland-and-panama-canal/043CB4EE-DEAB-429B-B320-FE104802BC4E.htmlhttps://www.axios.com/2025/01/12/la-wildfires-gavin-newsom-natural-disaster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses what's wrong with college sports and why it will hurt everyone involved. He also talks about President Jimmy Carter's death and what political issues to look out for in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses the prospect of Trump using lawfare against Democratic leaders. He also talks about today's Supreme Court hearing and updates on the cause of the Covid pandemic. Show Notes: https://www.npr.org/2024/12/04/nx-s1-5179003/supreme-court-gender-affirming-care-trans-kids Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and guest Dr. Jaha Howard discuss the fall of cable news and Trump's administrative nominees. They also talk about the work the church is doing after natural disasters. Show Notes: https://reason.com/2024/11/18/pentagon-fails-7th-audit-in-a-row-but-hopes-to-pass-by-2028/ https://www.sendrelief.org/story/east-tennessee-churches-spring-into-action-serve-after-hurricane-helene/ Religious Exclusion: https://vimeo.com/257069046 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses the battle going on between Nancy Pelosi and Bernie Sanders and whether or not Democrats have abandoned the working class. He also discusses Trump's picks for his new administration and Harris losing the Muslim vote. Show Notes: https://apnews.com/article/trump-staff-picks-stefanik-wiles-stephen-miller-tom-homan-243d73610b03a3ee18c4d5f68756af7c https://newrepublic.com/post/188048/michigan-dearborn-arab-americans-election-harris-trump-stein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin talks with Chris Butler about Trump's historic re-election. They talk about what the message that was sent, how the Democrats went wrong and where do we all go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses the name calling in the presidential race and how Christians should react to it. He also talks about an unpublished study and why we should have hope even if our candidate loses. Show Notes: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/23/science/puberty-blockers-olson-kennedy.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses VP Harris kicking two Christians out of her political rally. He also interviews American Solidarity Party candidate Peter Sonski and talks about VP Harris' visit to New Life Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss Obama's suggestion that some Black men are being sexist against VP Harris. They also discuss the state of the presidential race and say farewell to Chris. Show Notes: https://x.com/dijoni/status/1844558678357098868?s=46&t=QIXD2eZx9xXe5eDxKKUDPg https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/12/us/politics/poll-black-voters-harris-trump.html https://x.com/tuckercarlson/status/1846317509592399901?s=46&t=QIXD2eZx9xXe5eDxKKUDPg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses the spat between VP Harris and Governor DeSantis prior to Hurricane Milton. He also talks about censoring social media and Israel vs. Iran. Show Notes: https://x.com/theserfstv/status/1843054660804120932?s=46&t=QIXD2eZx9xXe5eDxKKUDPg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses an article in The Atlantic about why the Black Church is less influential than in the past. He also discusses the impact of online sports gambling and faithfulness in party politics. Show Notes: https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/09/democrats-black-church-voting-religion/679909/ https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/09/legal-sports-gambling-was-mistake/679925/ https://x.com/JustinEGiboney/status/1838189971603378340 https://vimeo.com/257069046 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses Trump's comments about Haitian immigrants eating cats and dogs. He also talks about the role of Christians in political parties and how we're treating the second assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. Show Notes: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2024/09/shielded-from-truth-at-our-own-expense/ https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/09/17/us/trump-assassination-attempt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Pastor Chris Butler and Justin Giboney for a Politics in the Church with special guests Pastor Terry Brooks, Evan Wickham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss Christians' "win at any cost" attitude during this presidential election. They also talk about Trump's Pro-Choice turn and endorsements by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard. Show Notes: https://www.skynews.com.au/lifestyle/celebrity-life/its-about-fing-winning-quentin-tarantino-praises-kamala-harris-for-evading-the-press/video/7e2099a62e5483bb39861fc1ef3d7806 https://www.npr.org/2024/08/26/nx-s1-5090224/trump-abortion-pills-comstock https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxNAdilyqow https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/us/politics/rfk-trump-criticisms.html https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/us/politics/rfk-trump-criticisms.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Church Girl, we have an insightful conversation with Dr. Sarita Lyons about her new book, Church Girl: A Gospel Vision to Encourage and Challenge Black Christian Women. Dr. Lyons delves into the inspiration behind her work and offers profound wisdom on faith, identity, and the unique challenges faced by Black Christian women. Tune in for a powerful discussion that will uplift and challenge you – be sure to order the book out NOW! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses the roll out of Evangelicals for Harris and what integrity demands from Christians in this political moment. He also talks about changes in the medical consensus about sex change surgery for minors and censorship in the UK. Show Notes:https://x.com/Evangels4Harrishttps://www.city-journal.org/article/a-consensus-no-longerhttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg55we5n3xohttps://reason.com/2024/08/09/u-k-politicians-target-social-media-to-deflect-from-riots-and-civil-unrest/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1. Harris Selects Walz2. Trump Campaign Struggling3. Google Illegal Monopoly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris broadcast live from Civic Revival with our local Akron, OH Chapter to talk about Project 2025. They also talk with Pastor Kent Boyd and Pastor Daren Brake about the impact to the local community by engaging on a local level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin talks about Project 2025 and the conversations surrounding the policies included. https://youtu.be/cXSyKeiUUoM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Justin talks with Kathryn Freeman, cohost of Melanated Faith about the accomplishments and Failures of Biden's Presidency, Kamala as the Dem Nominee and what's to come? They also talk about the role of Christians this election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss the assassination attempt on Trump and what it means heading into the election Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris and Justin have a live conversation in Denver with Michelle Warren and Leticia Higdon discussing the first presidential debate, the current immigrant/refugee crisis in Denver, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special episode, Kaitlyn and Skye are joined by the co-hosts of the Church Politics podcast, Justin Giboney and Chris Butler, to discuss the fallout from last week’s presidential debate. Will President Biden drop out? What does the Supreme Court’s ruling about presidential immunity mean for a possible second Trump term? And why have both political parties nominated candidates who are demonstrably incapable of fulfilling the presidential oath of office? It’s a wide-ranging conversation about the broken state of American politics and where Christians can find hope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pastor Chris sits down for a conversation with the American Solidarity Party’s Candidate for president. Notes: This episode was released early on Patreon. Become a supporter to receive exclusive CP content: www.Patreon.com/churchpolitics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss the WNBA's Caitlin Clark situation and the problem with America's administrative state. They also talk about why Biden's new immigration policy looks real familiar and the FBI raid on a corporate landlord. Show Notes: https://youtu.be/TfbM8jxHo-w?si=X_yEca2pkTxfwPXY https://upriseri.com/fbi-raids-corporate-landlord-in-major-rent-price-fixing-probe-what-it-means-for-you/ https://x.com/leehepner/status/1796638389057556826?s=46&t=QIXD2eZx9xXe5eDxKKUDPg https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/04/politics/border-biden-trump-what-matters/index.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris interview [Chris' Friend's Name] about South Africa's elections and political violence. They also talk about Harvard's neutrality policy and research showing that young people are less happy. Show notes: https://apnews.com/article/trump-de-niro-biden-insurrection-hush-money-78a33c5083a243e18f9fbd63ce9e8ddd https://www.afterbabel.com/p/youth-health-declines-82-countries https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2024/5/28/harvard-institutional-neutrality-report/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss testimony from the Trump trial in New York, big electoral victories for stars of the election interference case in Atlanta, and the ICC application for arrest warrants against Israel's top leaders. Show Notes: https://www.yahoo.com/news/live/trump-trial-updates-michael-cohens-testimony-wraps-prosecution-rests-and-defense-witness-and-judge-have-a-tense-exchange-121636521.html https://www.ajc.com/politics/trump-trial-stars-win-mcafee-willis-rout-opponents-in-tuesdays-primary/ATOGNEDCBRGA5KFZKPVLQ4HWQE/ https://www.icc-cpi.int/news/statement-icc-prosecutor-karim-aa-khan-kc-applications-arrest-warrants-situation-state https://today.yougov.com/topics/politics/trackers/joe-biden-honesty https://today.yougov.com/topics/politics/trackers/donald-trump-honest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris recorded live from their first stop on the Civic Revival Tour! Check out this live conversation now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss why narcissism seems to be so prevalent among politicians. They also talk about Dr. Michael Eric Dyson's harsh words for the Black community and updates in Gaza. Show Notes: https://www.youtube.com/live/eEuea5rsiOI?si=ObbUpiG1A_-SIIgM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss the history of the Flint water crisis and why it continues today. The dig into the political, media, and corporate corruption at the center of this decade long issue. They also talk about incumbents refusing to debate and how society has lost its sense of humor. Show Notes. https://youtu.be/_ZIH7CrvGIA?si=VhkJqsC_fi7B866L https://x.com/JEFordNCTOY/status/1785003913495654826 https://www.ajc.com/politics/incumbents-mcbath-scott-decline-to-debate-but-still-draw-challengers-focus/R7S4CNAWV5A4HJJT7YAYEDZRQU/#:~:text=Three%20Democrats%20running%20for%20the,Press%20Club%20debate%20on%20Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin analyzes the protests at colleges across the country and a pastor's rebuke of the Trump Bible and political idolatry. He also discusses the Biden administration's new rule against non-compete agreements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss NPR, new Fauci covid documents and Trumps latest statements on abortion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin talks about why he recently deleted a tweet and the Coleman Hughes interview on The View. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Justin and Chris discuss the identity crisis in Christian politics and culture. They also discuss the 12 prominent media bubbles and Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Green. Show Notes: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/03/26/donald-trump-sells-bibles/73107668007/ https://www.axios.com/2024/03/25/news-media-filter-bubble-different-realities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss what Christian influence in America should look like. They also talk about the genocide in Darfur and the death of the Boeing whistleblower. Show Notes: https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2024/march/religion-public-life-evangelicals-pew-research-center.html https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2024/03/15/8-in-10-americans-say-religion-is-losing-influence-in-public-life/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDfhxMwoyWo https://www.npr.org/2024/03/12/1238033573/boeing-whistleblower-john-barnett-dead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

https://www.npr.org/sections/money/2021/10/05/1042518732/-the-greatest-heist-in-history-how-haiti-was-forced-to-pay-reparations-for-freed https://www.nasi.org/learn/social-security/public-opinions-on-social-security/ https://www.yahoo.com/news/guide-going-haiti-204822945.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAANKLpGX6Gv7KAm29rEhB40YlS9aZmOHn_o705z79wwiTg3QNaAjs67gICqmHDdzheuL3sAkKOJxJOqGVVgYiBVoM-XkQy3dfBcebJ0vUvBLb6RbDOhjoB66OdUIwnw5EBK8ME5tzUiv-2UCwQ8EIHJh2piVZY0IZnJjYgOYeH2fM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris delve deep into the ideological clash between James Talarico and the rising tide of Christian nationalism within the United States. Talarico has boldly positioned himself against the intertwining of a specific religious ideology with the nation's governance and identity. They also talk about the decriminalization of illicit drugs in Oregon Show Notes: https://x.com/jamestalarico/status/1764803753469726916?s=46&t=QIXD2eZx9xXe5eDxKKUDPg https://www.axios.com/local/portland/2024/03/02/oregon-drugs-reverse-decriminalization-legalize-law-bill https://www.politico.com/news/2024/03/06/sf-voters-approve-mayor-london-breeds-drug-and-crime-measures-00145257 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast, Justin and Chris discuss blacks voting republican and tactics being used to draw in black voters. Show Notes: https://www.newsweek.com/trump-black-votes-presidential-election-republicans-1857699 https://www.city-journal.org/article/californias-public-school-exodus#:~:text=Only%2016%20percent%20of%20black,30%20percent%20in%202021%E2%80%9322. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin discusses whether or not people should disrespect police officers when they get pulled over based on the reaction to King Randall's instructions to young Black boys. He also talks about Biden's student loan debt relief and Governor DeSantis' congressional term limit proposals. Show Notes:https://twitter.com/NewEmergingKing/status/1759734291670479302https://www.politico.com/news/2024/02/21/biden-student-loan-borrowers-00142343https://twitter.com/govrondesantis/status/1760079590649721307?s=46&t=QIXD2eZx9xXe5eDxKKUDPg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss if Kindergarten Focus On White Supremacy. They also discuss national security and Ukraine. Show Notes: https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/woke-kindergarten-glassbrook-hayward-18635504.php https://www.wsj.com/articles/welcome-to-dearborn-americas-jihad-capital-pro-hamas-michigan-counterterrorism-a99dba38 https://immigrationforum.org/article/border-security-and-asylum-reform-in-the-emergency-national-security-supplemental-appropriations-act-2024-bill-explainer/ https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/whats-in-the-senates-118-billion-border-and-ukraine-deal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin talks with Pieter Valk, is a speaker/author on vocational singleness and LGBT+ topics according to a biblical sexual ethic, about LGBT+ identity and the church. They discuss recent controversy with Alistair Begg and helping leaders have conversations around LGBT+ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris talk about whether or not Christians organizations should accept money from secular foundations. They also discuss the New Hampshire primary and Jim Harbaugh's pro life story. Show Notes:https://www.firstthings.com/web-exclusives/2024/01/follow-the-money-to-the-after-partyhttps://redeemingbabel.org/the-after-party/https://x.com/collinrugg/status/1748516309888024746?s=46&t=QIXD2eZx9xXe5eDxKKUDPg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast, we're bringing back co-host Michael Wear to talk about his new book " The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Show Notes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebT-nbVzJns https://www.axios.com/2024/01/09/boeing-737-max-planes-crash-safety https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuLQoNCBJb8 https://nypost.com/2024/01/02/news/usa-boxing-slammed-for-new-transgender-policy/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris discuss a few things that Christians should be concerned about in 2024. They also talk about things they're looking forward to and some updates on the presidential election. Show Notes: https://unherd.com/2024/01/the-world-should-fear-2024/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Justin and Chris discuss the role of the church in ensuring we are aware of the issues of race in our country and holding each other accountable in the race conversation. They also discuss Republicans demanding for more strict border control for immigrants in response to aiding the Ukraine and Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin and Chris talk about schemes that corporations are using to create spikes in pricing for food and other necessities. They break down price gouging and price fixing and how to determine the difference. They also talk about the need for the church to operate independently of outside assistance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices