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Conversations involving faith are often fraught with scholarly nerd alerts about ancient linguistics and inaccessible theological discussions centered around hermeneutics. But what if there was a way to use your pop culture literacy to enhance your biblical literacy? Welcome to Faith Adjacent, the podcast where we try to understand the modern dynamics of faith through a combined commitment to uncomfortable honesty, authentic weirdness, and critical thinking. Faith Adjacent is hosted by Knox McCoy and Jamie Golden of The Popcast along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon.

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    • 4.8 • 4.9K Ratings

Conversations involving faith are often fraught with scholarly nerd alerts about ancient linguistics and inaccessible theological discussions centered around hermeneutics. But what if there was a way to use your pop culture literacy to enhance your biblical literacy? Welcome to Faith Adjacent, the podcast where we try to understand the modern dynamics of faith through a combined commitment to uncomfortable honesty, authentic weirdness, and critical thinking. Faith Adjacent is hosted by Knox McCoy and Jamie Golden of The Popcast along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon.

    Barbie as a Deconstruction Text, Patriarchy 101, and Why We're Not into Predestination

    Barbie as a Deconstruction Text, Patriarchy 101, and Why We're Not into Predestination

    Hop in the Chevy with Barbie and Ken as we take a journey to Barbieland in this latest Sacred Cinema episode! Erin and Jamie are dissecting the 2023 cinematic spectacular Barbie for secular and spiritual themes while also answering listener questions about things like predestination and deconstruction. Is this movie secretly a guide for men about the patriarchy, and are there moments in this movie that you should unpack with a religious trauma therapist? You’ll have to listen to find out! 
    MENTIONS

    Barbie: Watch Here | IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes 

    Party like Barbie and Ken at The Popcast Live! Get tickets for Chicago and Dallas here. 

    Greta Gerwig Deep-Dive: IMDb | Lady Bird | Little Women | Francis Ha


    Margot Robbie: IMDb | I, Tonya 

    Ryan Gosling: IMDb | Oscars Performance 

    What Was I Made For: Spotify | Apple Music | Oscars Acceptance Speech   

    In Conclusion, No One Knows: Listen to SWDGISS: Heaven 

    Can you tell me more about predestination? Please Advise: What’s Up with Calvinism? | BSQTNA #21: Calvinism vs. Arminianism 

    Life-Ruining Season: Listen to our Esther Season 


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    • 1 hr 23 min
    Who the Hell is Clement of Alexandria?

    Who the Hell is Clement of Alexandria?

    Join Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon along with Jamie and Evan as we deep dive Clement of Alexandria. You’ll hear geography lessons, learn about some controversial theological views, and discover why Clement was called a “master of Christian philosophy.” Is Clement of Alexandria the Pedro Pascal of the second century, and what do potatoes have to do with all this? You’ll have to listen to find out!
    MENTIONS

    Relevant Past Episode: Who the Hell is Lottie Moon?


    See us at The Popcast Live! Get tickets for Chicago and Dallas here. 

    Can I get a visual of Clement? Here you go! 

    Clement of Alexandria Deep-Dive: Explore his writings here


    Heretic Hoe Down: Listen to Erin talk about Marcion of Sinope on Patreon


    Hell Deep-Dive: Listen to SWDGISS: Hell


    What was that about Greek words and eternity? Read this article by Heleen Keizer


    Bible Scholar Resource: The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr 


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    THE POPCAST
    Check out our other podcast: The Popcast with Knox and Jamie. It's a weekly show about pop culture where we educate on the things that entertain but don't matter. Here is our suggested Popcast starter playlist.
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    • 53 min
    Leap of Faith Hall of Fame feat. Sarah Bessey

    Leap of Faith Hall of Fame feat. Sarah Bessey

    In honor of Leap Day, Erin and Evan, along with special guest Sarah Bessey, are inducting new members into the Leap of Faith Hall of Fame. Who are those people who took the biggest trust fall for the Lord? Who said, “Spirit lead me where my faith is without borders,” and meant it? You’ll hear about some of the biggest leaps of faith in the Bible, cultural icons that have taken some chances, and some trust falls that are questionable at best. Be sure to grab a pen and paper because you’ll want to take some notes as Sarah Bessey preaches through her leaps! 
    MENTIONS

    Here’s where to connect with Sarah Bessey: Website | Instagram | Field Notes for the Wilderness Book | Jesus Feminist 

    History Corner: History of Leap Day from National Geographic Kids | Leap Day Fun Facts


    What to Watch for Leap Day: 30 Rock Season 6, Episode 9 | Leap Year Movie Starring Amy Adam


    Original Leap of Faith Hall of Fame: Read Hebrews 11 

    Relevant Past Classics Episodes: Judah and Tamar | Baby Moses


    Bible Passages Mentioned: Joshua 3-4 | Genesis 38 | Exodus 1 | John 4 | Luke 1:46-56


    Absolute Banger: The Making of Biblical Womanhood | Listen to our episode with Beth Allison Barr 

    Can you tell me more about Medieval fart jokes? Listen to Medieval (Christian) Times with Dr. Grace Hamman


    Can you tell me more about Hell? Listen to SWDGISS: Hell


    Curious about Handel’s Messiah? Watch it here


    What was that Frozen docu-series? Watch Into the Unknown on Disney+



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    • 1 hr 15 min
    IKYN: If Not Purity Culture, Then What?

    IKYN: If Not Purity Culture, Then What?

    If we don’t think Purity Culture is the solution, then what are we supposed to teach our kids? That’s what Erin and Meredith are exploring in this latest I Kid You Not episode! We’ll be answering listener questions about what this Bible actually says about all this, having conversations with kids who are queer, how masturbation plays into all this, and so much more! Come for a safe place to vent your frustrations; stay for Meredith’s spicy take on consent.  
    MENTIONS

    I Kid You Not Deep-Dive: Check out this playlist


    Can you tell me more about Purity Culture? Listen to Faith Adjacent: Purity Culture 

    What was that book that talked about that confusing Greek word? Read Beyond Shame by Matthias Roberts 

    Helpful Resource: Check out Jenna DeWitt on Twitter


    Here’s that article from Deborah Roffman: Read “Hot to Talk to Kids About Porn” on The NY Times   

    Here’s where to connect with Meredith Anne Miller: Instagram | Website | Ask Away Podcast | Get her book here


    Dr. Chap Clark: Website | Hurt 2.0 | Sticky Faith



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    • 1 hr 11 min
    SWDGISS: What the Hell is Lent?

    SWDGISS: What the Hell is Lent?

    What the hell is Lent? That’s what Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon, along with Jamie and Evan, are exploring in this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode! You’ll hear about Lent’s origins, some highlights of the season, and plenty of tips for how to participate in this season! What is Spy Wednesday, and is there a deeper origin behind Easter eggs? You’ll have to listen to find out! 
    MENTIONS

    Where can I find Erin’s Lent guide? Right here! 

    Spy Wednesday: Learn about the origin of the name here.

    A Murder Mystery Church Service: Learn about Tenebrae services here.


    What was that quote Erin read? Read The Anglican Way by Thomas McKenzie


    N.T. Wright Drive-By: Listen to our episode with Bishop Wright | Read Into the Heart of Romans 

    Lent History Deep-Dive: Check out this article from the Catholic Education Resource Center 

    Game Replacement: Check out Lectio 365


    The Harrowing of Hell: Listen to this episode on Patreon



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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Medieval (Christian) Times with Dr. Grace Hamman

    Medieval (Christian) Times with Dr. Grace Hamman

    In this latest episode, Erin and Evan are joined by Medievalist scholar Dr. Grace Hamman to Christianity in the Middle Ages. You’ll hear about fart jokes on tapestries, the impact of the black death, and so much more! What is an anchorite and is there a Medieval equivalent of the MCU? You’ll have to listen to find out! 
    MENTIONS

    Tell me more about Dr. Grace Hamman: Order her book here |  Instagram | Twitter | Website | Medievalish Newsletter | Old Books with Grace Podcast | Fred Rogers + Julian of Norwich


    You can find the chat from the evening here.

    Erin’s Book Recommendation: Matrix by Lauren Groff


    Julian of Norwich is Fascinating: Learn more here


    Where do I learn about Augustine? Read Augustine's Confessions


    We’ll never stop bringing this up: Listen to SWDGISS: Paul’s Letters with N.T. Wright


    Erin’s Favored Pick: Theologizin’ Bigger: Homilies on Living Freely and Loving Wholly by Trey Ferguson 

    Evan’s Favored Pick: With All Its Teeth: Sex, Violence, Profanity, and the Death of Christian Art by Joshua Porter



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    • 1 hr 7 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
4.9K Ratings

4.9K Ratings

Chataine's Guardian ,

Open Hearts and Open Minds

The one thing I know about my faith and beliefs is that I really don’t know near as much as I once thought I did. Jesus is central and always will be!!!! Evan, Jamie, Erin, and Knox take the listeners to places that are thought-provoking, fun, serious, and ridiculous. I always laugh and I always have something to think about, research, and pray over. Love this podcast! Love these 4 individuals (not in a creepy way). Evan is delightful, learned, caring, and I love it when Evan gets a bit nervous and starts sweating. Erin is a hoot while have a lot of knowledge. Jamie is open and many times off the rails which is a wild ride.
Don’t read the reviews from those that only gave you 1 star. They are angry and misguided people albeit with faith. G-D doesn’t need our protection or righteous anger, HE wants a relationship with us which means we LOVE HIM with all that we are and we LOVE Others! Loving others doesn’t include the 1 star comments. Love you!!!!!

RoRoRow Your Boat ,

Oh my *5* Stars!! Clutch my pearls!

I LOVE this podcast! It is equal parts thought-provoking, open-handed soul-searching and laugh out loud alone in your car (or accidentally in a public coffee shop). Life went sideways for a few months so I now have the glorious opportunity to play catch up and binge 3 months of episodes. Just listened to “Praise hands of gratitude” and laughed literally out loud no less than 5 times. I also had a random friend reach out about faith and the LGBTQIA+ community in the church and was able to share that incredible episode. If you are digging deeper in your faith or sifting through “what you’ve always been told” or just curious about the Christian faith in general, Faith Adjacent is a welcome breath of fresh air!

C.Caton ,

Biblically Sound AND Funny? Yes please

Jamie, Knox, Evan, and Erin’s approach to Christianity is refreshingly humble, humorous, and historically accurate. The nuance and context they provide has deepened my faith and let me know I’m not alone on my faith walk.

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