Dangerous Dogma

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On this show, we challenge dangerous teachings found in various strands of Christianity while also taking seriously Jesus's own teachings that lead us into dangerous places. Hosted by Brian Kaylor, president & editor-in-chief of Word&Way.

  1. 1d ago

    Claiming God's Name in Politics, War, & Sports

    This episode of Dangerous Dogma features a conversation between Word&Way Editor Brian Kaylor, Lutheran minister and journalist Angela Denker, and Disciples pastor and author Beau Underwood. The conversation includes discussion about a botched execution in Tennessee, religious issues in political campaigns, and Pete Hegseth's misuse of the Bible. And Beau shows off his White Sox papal hat! You can watch a video version of the conversation here. Here are a few pieces related to the episode: - CNN reported on what happened during the botched execution of Christa Pike. - Brian previously reported on spiritual advisors in death chambers, including this piece at A Public Witness. - Religion News Service previously covered the congressional campaign of Rev. Frederick Haynes. - Brian wrote at MS NOW about the gerrymandering legal fight in Missouri. - Brian has covered Pete Hegseth's worship services & misuse of Bible verses like Isaiah 6:8. - Click here for information about upcoming events in Minneapolis with Angela, Brian, & Kristin Du Mez. - Brian wrote at A Public Witness about covering a Baptist conference in Albania. Also, check out the most recent books by the three panelists: Brian Kaylor, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power Angela Denker, Disciples of White Jesus: The Radicalization of American Boyhood Beau Underwood (with Brian Kaylor), Baptizing America How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism

    Claiming God's Name in Politics, War, & Sports

  2. 1d ago ·  Bonus

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  3. Sep 4

    Backslide with Robert P. Jones

    This episode of Dangerous Dogma features a conversation between Word&Way Editor Brian Kaylor and Robert P. Jones, author of the forthcoming book Backslide: Reclaiming a Faith and a Nation After the Christian Turn Against Democracy. Jones is also the founder and president of PRRI. He previously appeared on Dangerous Dogma in 2023. You can watch a video version of the conversation here. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of faith, culture, and politics. And order the new book by Brian Kaylor, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power.

    Backslide with Robert P. Jones

  4. Aug 26

    DHS Spies on Churches & White Sox Honor Pope Leo

    This episode of Dangerous Dogma features a conversation between Word&Way Editor Brian Kaylor, Lutheran minister and journalist Angela Denker, and Disciples pastor and author Beau Underwood. The conversation includes discussion about revelations that the Department of Homeland Security has been spying in churches, a controversial golf ad, and a White Sox night celebrating Pope Leo. You can watch a video version of the conversation here. Here are a few pieces related to the episode: - Brian reported at A Public Witness about DHS spying on churches. - Brian reported on a federal judge criticizing the "ICE pastor" for violating court orders. - Dan Miller talked in the Axis Daily Brief about what the DHS spying case shows about the Trump administration's limited view of religious liberty. - Brian reported on Doug Wilson claiming Zohran Mamdani voters should lose their citizenship. - Good Good Golf and Callaway Golf posted and then deleted a controversial ad. - Beau wrote at A Public Witness about Damned If She Does: Why Women Quit Church and What It Means for the Future of Religion by Sarah Stankorb. - Karen Elizabeth Park wrote at Ex Voto about the Pope Leo night at a recent White Sox game. Also, check out the most recent books by the three panelists: Brian Kaylor, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power Angela Denker, Disciples of White Jesus: The Radicalization of American Boyhood Beau Underwood (with Brian Kaylor), Baptizing America How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism

    DHS Spies on Churches & White Sox Honor Pope Leo

  5. Jul 16

    The State of the Senate, from SC to ME to TX to KS

    This episode of Dangerous Dogma features a conversation between Word&Way Editor Brian Kaylor, Lutheran minister and journalist Angela Denker, and Disciples pastor and author Beau Underwood. The conversation includes discussion about the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham as well as issues of faith and morality in Senate races in Maine, Texas, and Kansas. You can watch a video version of the conversation here. Here are a few pieces related to the episode: - A report on Ken Paxton's trip to London with his alleged mistress. - A poll from the Kansas Senate race. - A report on Adam Hamilton's campaign fundraising. - Kristin Kobes Du Mez's forthcoming book, Live Laugh Love. - Tia Levings's book, A Well-Trained Wife. - The Secret World of Roald Dahl podcast. Also, check out the most recent books by the three panelists: Brian Kaylor, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power Angela Denker, Disciples of White Jesus: The Radicalization of American Boyhood Beau Underwood (with Brian Kaylor), Baptizing America How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism

    The State of the Senate, from SC to ME to TX to KS

  6. Jun 18

    Southern Baptists, the Pentagon, & UFC

    This episode of Dangerous Dogma features a conversation between Word&Way Editor Brian Kaylor, Lutheran minister and journalist Angela Denker, and Disciples pastor and author Beau Underwood. The conversation includes discussion about the Southern Baptist Convention's push against women in ministry, the Pentagon changing how it codes the faith of military members, and the latest in the world of sports. You can watch a video version of the conversation here. Here are a few pieces related to the episode: - Angela mentioned All the Buried Women podcast from Beth Allison Barr and Savannah Locke. - Brian wrote for Baptist News Global about how "Not all Baptists are Southern." - Brian wrote for A Public Witness about sexual abuse and the SBC's rightward shift. - Angela mentioned a piece by Tia Levings about the SBC. - Brian and Jeremy Fuzy wrote for A Public Witness about the Pentagon's new religion codes. - Angela mentioned a piece about people Knicks fans on Rikers Island & a New Yorker piece about Andrew Tate. - Brian mentioned On the Media's special podcast series "American Emergency." Also, check out the most recent books by the three panelists: Brian Kaylor, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power Angela Denker, Disciples of White Jesus: The Radicalization of American Boyhood Beau Underwood (with Brian Kaylor), Baptizing America How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism

    Southern Baptists, the Pentagon, & UFC

  7. Jun 5

    Southern Baptists, Women in Ministry, & a Billboard

    In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with Meredith Stone, executive director of Baptist Women in Ministry. The conversation includes discussion of efforts in the Southern Baptist Convention to further target women serving in churches and how BWIM is advocating for women (including with a billboard to greet SBC messengers next week in Orlando, Florida). You can watch a video version of this conversation on YouTube. Here are a few pieces related to the episode: - Brian wrote for Word&Way about joining BWIM's advocacy outside an SBC meeting in 2024. - Learn more about Paul Pressler, the allegations against him, and what it means for the SBC. - Learn more about Al Mohler's current push against women in ministry (and even on podcasts). Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of faith, culture, and politics. And order the new book by Brian Kaylor, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power.

    Southern Baptists, Women in Ministry, & a Billboard

  8. May 21

    Divergent Visions for Rededicating the Nation

    This episode of Dangerous Dogma features a conversation between Word&Way Editor Brian Kaylor, Lutheran minister and journalist Angela Denker, and Disciples pastor and author Beau Underwood. The conversation includes discussion about Rededicate 250, gerrymandering, Adam Hamilton's Senate campaign in Kansas, and the MAHA movement. You can watch a video version of the conversation here. Here are a few pieces related to the episode: - Brian wrote at A Public Witness both a preview Rededicate 250 and a reflection on the event. - Angela mentioned a reflection by Madeline Peltz on "Being Jewish at Rededicate 250." - Brian wrote a column for Religion News Service about Trump reading from 2 Chronicles 7. - Brian wrote about how the Bible has been misused to justify gerrymandering. - The Kansas GOP filed an IRS complaint against the Church of the Resurrection. - Brian and Jeremy Fuzy wrote about Stephen Colbert as a prophet. - A Public Witness broke the viral story about Pete Hegseth's Pulp Fiction prayer. Also, check out the most recent books by the three panelists: Brian Kaylor, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power Angela Denker, Disciples of White Jesus: The Radicalization of American Boyhood Beau Underwood (with Brian Kaylor), Baptizing America How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism

    Divergent Visions for Rededicating the Nation
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On this show, we challenge dangerous teachings found in various strands of Christianity while also taking seriously Jesus's own teachings that lead us into dangerous places. Hosted by Brian Kaylor, president & editor-in-chief of Word&Way.

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    Word&Way
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    101
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