This week on The God Squad, Dillon and Desimber welcome historian, writer, speaker, and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Kristin Kobes Du Mez, author of Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation. Du Mez joins us for a fascinating conversation about the history of White Evangelicalism and the intersection of religion, gender, masculinity, political power, and Christian Nationalism in America. We explore how cultural ideas about strength, authority, manhood, and “Christian America” helped shape modern evangelical politics—and why understanding that history matters in our current political moment. We’ll also look ahead to Du Mez’s forthcoming book, Live Laugh Love: The Secret History of White Christian Women and the World They Made, and discuss the often-overlooked role of women in shaping American evangelical culture.

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What happens when the faith you've always known no longer looks like the Jesus you love? This week on The God Squad Podcast, Dillon and Desimber welcome Amy Hawk, author of The Judas Effect: How Evangelicals Betrayed Jesus for Power, for an honest conversation about faith, politics, and spiritual transformation. Amy shares the deeply personal journey that inspired her book, why she believes the American evangelical movement lost sight of Jesus, and how she found hope on the other side of disappointment.

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In this episode of The God Squad Podcast, Dillon and Desimber welcome Fr. Joash P. Thomas—priest, public theologian, author, and educator—for a compelling conversation about his book, The Justice of Jesus. Together they explore what biblical justice really means, why peacemaking is central to the Gospel, and how Christians can faithfully embody the teachings of Jesus in a divided world. Fr. Joash shares his vision for a Church that moves beyond belief into courageous action, inviting listeners to rediscover a faith rooted in compassion, justice, reconciliation, and hope.

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This week on The God Squad, Dillon and Desimber dive into the biggest headlines shaping faith, politics, and justice in Breaking News and Broken Theology. Dillon names Doug Wilson as his Fundamentalist Fuckwit of the Week, while Desimber spotlights Pastor Dale Partridge as This MF of the Week, unpacking the influence of White Christian Nationalism and its impact on the Church and society. The conversation also celebrates encouraging Supreme Court and appellate court victories, examines the week's top news stories, and offers the snark, substance, and theological perspective listeners have come to expect. Faith. Sanity. Politics. No sacred cows—just honest conversations.

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Rev. Dr. Mark Sandlin joins Dillon and Desimber for a thoughtful conversation about Progressive Christianity and its relevance in today's world. Together they explore what Progressive Christianity is, the mission of the modern church, and the role Christians can play in pursuing justice, compassion, and reconciliation. Dr. Sandlin also shares what he believes is his calling in these tumultuous times and offers insight into how faith can remain both intellectually honest and deeply rooted in the teachings of Jesus.

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Dillon & Desimber debrief the debate of Matthew Distefano and Andrew Wilson on "Modern Day Debate." The question that persists within the church and within the political arena is: Where do LGBTQ+ people belong? Do they belong in the Church? If not, why? If so, how do we validate that position in scripture? And ultimately the age old question remains, What Would Jesus Do?

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Former MAGA activist Jerry Koch joins Dillon and Desimber to share his powerful journey into—and ultimately out of—the MAGA movement. Together, they explore the role of faith, identity, and political culture in shaping beliefs, what prompted Jerry to question his worldview, and how he found a new path grounded in compassion, critical thinking, and service. They also discuss his work with the Leaving MAGA movement what it means to truly change, seek redemption, and find the courage to rethink what we once believed.

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Dillon & Desimber discuss the growing collision of politics, entertainment, and spectacle in American culture following a UFC fight at the White House. The proposed Iran deal is taking fire from both Republicans and Democrats. Is it a pathway to peace, political theater, or something else entirely? The star-studded Grand Opening of the Obama Presidential Center and the legacy President Obama leaves on America. And last but not least, Dillon breaks down the Fundamentalist Fuckwittery and upcoming debate between Matthew Distefano and Christian Nationalist Andrew Wilson.

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