The God State

Caroline Barton
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The God State is a four-part podcast focused on understanding American Christian nationalism—not just where it comes from, but where it's headed and why we need to meet this movement with nuance rather than dismissal. Our current political moment demands we give some of our attention to Christian nationalism's hold on American government, especially in the second Trump administration. Let's take an inside look at Christian nationalism in the United States and work to analyze what makes it such an attractive movement for so many Americans.

Episodes

  1. The God State: All of God's Men

    06/26/2025

    The God State: All of God's Men

    Welcome to Part 1! In this episode, we briefly unpack the history behind American Christian nationalism, focusing on why Christian nationalists believe America was founded as a Christian nation and how the Moral Majority normalized direct interference of religion in politics. We talk about how Christian nationalism is alive and well in the current Trump administration, singling out Paula White and Russell Vought as two theocratic staffers in the White House who both wield an enormous amount of power and influence over policy. Stay tuned for Part 2: Factions.

    15 min
  2. The God State: Christian Nationalism Isn't Fake

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    The God State: Christian Nationalism Isn't Fake

    Christian nationalism is real. It is real in the sense that it is theologically backed by literalist interpretations of Scripture and has millions of adherents in the United States alone. I think most people are ill-informed about Christian nationalism and have two reactions: either exaggerate hysterically or dismiss immediately. This introduction serves as a suggestion: we shouldn't do either. Taking Christian nationalism (and the people who follow it) seriously is important. I think it's something we should all keep in mind when studying extremism of all brands, but especially with religious extremism—where emotions and convictions tend to run high. Next up is part one: All of God's Men. Follow on Instagram @thegodstatepodcast and share comments thegodstatepodcast@gmail.com!

    3 min

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The God State is a four-part podcast focused on understanding American Christian nationalism—not just where it comes from, but where it's headed and why we need to meet this movement with nuance rather than dismissal. Our current political moment demands we give some of our attention to Christian nationalism's hold on American government, especially in the second Trump administration. Let's take an inside look at Christian nationalism in the United States and work to analyze what makes it such an attractive movement for so many Americans.

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  • Creator
    Caroline Barton
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Caroline Barton
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    The God State