Flipping Tables

Monte Mader
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Flipping Tables

Monte, a former alt. right evangelical takes deep dive discussions on evangelical deconstruction, current events and American history, and what the Bible actually said. Follow her journey from fundamentalist conservativism to progressive ideals, the words of Christ and how to stay active during this moment in history

  1. 1D AGO

    Make America Healthy Again? With Dr. Jessica Knurick

    As RFK Jr. removes all members of the CDC panel advising on vaccines we are faced with the question, is all this making America healthy again? Dr. Knurick has a PHD in Nutrition Science, is a registered dietitian and a mom of 2. And in this episode we break down the facts and fictions of the MAHA movement and what the real concerns for America's health are. The "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) movement is merely a loosely connected health and wellness movement that gained traction specifically after covid. It merges anti-vaccine, anti-mask, and natural health rhetoric with far-right political ideologies and is deeply aligned with Christian nationalism. Despite its name, the movement often spreads misinformation under the guise of “freedom” and “bodily autonomy.” Core Beliefs: Promotes “natural immunity,” distrusts vaccines and pharmaceutical science, and often embraces conspiracy theories about government control, the CDC, and the World Health Organization. Pseudoscience: Opposes public health measures like vaccines, fluoride, mask mandates, and school-based health education. Spreads debunked claims about detoxes, supplements, and “Big Pharma.” White Supremacist Roots: Echoes long-standing themes in white nationalist circles, including “purity of the body,” distrust of multicultural institutions, and framing public health as globalist overreach. Overlap with Christian Nationalism and MAGA: Often intertwined with right-wing evangelical and MAGA politics, promoting the idea that “real” (white, Christian) Americans are under attack by progressive, science-driven agendas. Undermines public health with disinformation. Targets marginalized communities by resisting inclusive care (e.g., trans health, reproductive health). Wraps racial and political extremism in the language of wellness, liberty, and holistic health. The MAHA movement exploits the language of health and freedom to push anti-science, far-right ideology. Beneath its surface lies a deeper current of white supremacy, Christian nationalism, and resistance to modern medicine rooted in fear, control, and exclusion. Make news manageable, for 40% off Ground News Vantage plan, subscribe at groundnews.com/tables

    1h 20m

  2. JUN 4

    18. The Founding Myth with Andrew Seidel

    Andrew Seidel is a constitutional lawyer, author of books "The Founding Myth" and "American Crusade", and works full time defending the 1st amendment and every Americans right to true religious liberty. On Flipping Tables we have a discussion about the Christian Nationalist myth that America is a "Christian" nation and the dangers it poses to true individual freedom.

    1h 4m

  3. MAY 28

    17. Queer & Christian with Brandan Robertson

    Across platforms the most common question I get is "What does the Bible say about homosexuality and trans people?" Christian nationalists main talking point is a direct opposition to gay rights. But does the Bible really say that? Today we meet with pastor and theologian Brandan Robertson to talk about that, break down the "gotcha" passages of the Bible and see what it really says. It turns out, there's space at the table for everyone. Subscribe to Ground News for 40% off their Vantage plan at groundnews.com/monte Buy Brandans new book Queer and Christian!: https://read.macmillan.com/lp/queer-christian-9781250321343/ If you'd like to have ad free episodes or support my work for $1 a week please subscribe at www.patreon.com/montemader.

    1h 12m

  4. MAY 21

    16. Children of God Sex Cult

    In a world of cult like beliefs, propaganda, and manipulation its important to become experts on how these tactics work so that we can avoid them and so that we understand whats happening in the world around us. A little true crime break from the norm but an important discussion we have to continue to return to. HOW DO PEOPLE BELIEVE THIS? By using tactics we see everywhere. The Children of God, founded in 1968 by David Berg, was a sex cult that disguised itself as a Christian missionary movement. Berg, who called himself “Moses David,” claimed divine authority and used it to manipulate and control his followers through apocalyptic teachings and a series of writings known as “Mo Letters.” Under his leadership, the group promoted sexual “freedom” that included disturbing practices like “flirty fishing,” where women were encouraged to use sex to recruit new members. Even more sinister, Berg endorsed and participated in the sexual abuse of children, normalizing pedophilia within the group’s teachings. He lived in hiding for much of his life to evade legal consequences, but continued to exert control over the group until his death in 1994. Berg’s legacy is one of extreme psychological, spiritual, and sexual abuse, with many former members coming forward to expose the deep and lasting trauma they endured under his cult leadership. Need easier factual, rounded news? Subscribe to groundnews.com/monte for 40% off their vantage plan For ad free episodes with early release and exclusive content please become an accomplice for $1 a week www.patreon.com/montemader Beginning in June 10% of patreon will be going to charities starting with project renewal's Marsha House in NYC

    1h 6m

  5. MAY 14

    15. Why Christians Think They Should Rule

    THEY'RE TAKING THE CHRIST OUT OF CHRISTMAS!!!! Why do christians continuously feel like they are being persecuted? Why do they believe that anything other than special treatment is "persecution"? Because fundamentalists don't believe in the separation of church and state, and many of them don't believe in religious liberty for anyone but them. They also don't believe in religious pluralism, or secular education. They also believe that Christians should rule every facet of society, even if by force. These ideals come from Dominion Theology and the 7 Mountains Mandate. Two unbiblical but highly propagandized theologies that pose a direct threat to religious freedom in America. Lets meet its founders and it's teachings to learn more Need easier factual, rounded news? Subscribe to groundnews.com/monte for 40% off their vantage plan If you'd like these episodes ad free please consider becoming an Accomplice on Patreon for $1 a week. www.patreon.com/montemader

    1h 15m

  6. MAY 7

    14. Common Ground in the South w/ Bryan Andrews

    When I was sent a video of this guest... I judged a book by its cover and assumed I was going to get really upset. BOY was I wrong. Bryan Andrews is a country singer from the south who blew my mind with his vibrant and powerful personality... and opinions. How are we so far apart? In the world of current politics it feels like we are light years apart. That decency and common sense and respect for humanity are so far out the window. Yet, common ground can come in the form of a country singer from the south. A singer who never left his small southern town but also sees a way forward, and a glimmer of hope that maybe we aren't as far apart as we have been led to believe. Thank you to my patreon supporters that make this show possible. $1 a week gets bonus content and early releases. www.patreon.com/montemader

    1h 13m

  7. APR 30

    13. Downfall of Dogma- Monte's Story

    TW: Sexual assault, child abuse. I've gotten quite a few messages both here and on IG about my story and how I started to walk away and how I did eventually deconstruct. Did I always have questions? Was there a defining moment or series of moments? Little of both actually. This is a bit longer version (though not complete) of my story. I've never really laid it out before in this way. I'm not sure if I will release this episode publicly or not but I figured I would share it here. I want to share my story in a book I'm writing as people ask but for now, this will do As always special thanks to the Accomplices on Patreon who receive exclusive content, long form videos, early podcast releases and voting power- you can subscribe for $4 a month at www.patreon.com/montemader

    1h 1m

  8. APR 23

    12. Partaking in Creation- The Trans Experience with Alyson Blake Dellinger

    The trans population in the US has been a hotly debated topic the last few years. Fundamentalists believe that this group of people is a symptom of some kind of moral failing in the US, even though trans people have existed as long as we have had human history. The conservative movement acts as if about 1% of the population is somehow "the problem", with over 700 anti trans laws proposed or passed since 2021. But so few people have even met a trans person to have these kind of opinions about. So why don't we ask what being trans is like? Alyson Blake Dellinger is the lead vocalist, bassist and founding member of the band Flummox. She was raised deeply fundamentalist, in church, christian schools, and something was always just... off. Now, shes a musician, deconstructed fundamentalist, an LGBT ally and.. she's trans. And today we are going to discuss her life, her experience and what faith looks like in her shoes. Patreon users get early release episodes all ad free, voting power and exclusive long form content. www.patreon.com/montemader Questions? Requested topics? email: flippingtableswithmm@gmail.com

    1h 26m
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Monte, a former alt. right evangelical takes deep dive discussions on evangelical deconstruction, current events and American history, and what the Bible actually said. Follow her journey from fundamentalist conservativism to progressive ideals, the words of Christ and how to stay active during this moment in history

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    Monte Mader
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