Weekly Roundup: “No Kings” vs Christ the King Who Condones Slavery + Trump Destroys the White House
Brad and Dan unpack the symbolism and substance behind the demolition of the East Wing of the White House to make way for a privately funded ballroom. They reflect on what presidential construction projects reveal about power, legacy, and the messages leaders send through what they build…and destroy. The conversation broadens into current policies on […]
Special Episode: Is Pope Leo Really Dissolving Opus Dei?
This episode delves into the recent controversies surrounding Opus Dei, a secretive and influential organization within the Catholic Church. According to a report from Infovaticana, Opus Dei faces a significant internal rupture that could see it fragmented into three distinct bodies, effectively dissolving its current structure. Annika Brockschmidt guest hosts in conversation with journalist Gareth […]
It’s in the Code ep 167: “Manhood Pt. 2”
This episode continues the exploration of how masculinity and the category of “man” function within the contemporary right, using Senator Josh Hawley’s book “Manhood” as a guide. Dan reads and reflects on Hawley’s arguments, focusing on the biblical foundations Hawley claims for his views on masculinity. Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content […]
Peter Thiel’s Gospel Part II: Palantir and the Philosopher-King
Dr. Brad Onishi dives into the ideological roots of one of Peter Thiel’s most significant ventures, Palantir. Drawing from Thiel’s reflections on Leo Strauss’s philosophy and the aftermath of 9/11, Onishi explores how Palantir embodies a tech-driven strategy for national defense. The discussion extends to Thiel’s collaborations with figures like Alex Karp and how their […]
035: Is Christian Nationalism… Christian? with Tim Whitaker
Is Christian Nationalism Christian? We often hear it’s not. That Christian Nationalists are not true Christians. Tim Whitaker of the New Evangelicals and Andrew dive into this fallacy and a lot more. What’s up with Trump’s musings on getting into Heaven? Does Tim, a devout Christian, think Trump is going to Heaven? And, what’s it […]
Resisting the Spiritual Violence of ICE
In this episode, Brad Onishi sits down with Rev. Alba Onofrio—executive director of Soulforce and host of Teología Sin Vergüenza—for a powerful exploration of faith, queerness, and resistance. Together, they unpack how white Christian nationalism and institutions like ICE perpetuate spiritual violence against marginalized communities, and how Soulforce responds through nonviolent resistance and liberative theology. […]
Frogman with Director Anthony Cousins
This episode of Horror Joy features a deep dive into the genre of found footage horror, particularly focusing on the 2023 film ‘Frogman.’ Hosts Brian and Jeff discuss with the film’s co-writer and director, Anthony Cousins, the allure and believability of found footage horror, influences from other horror media, and the complexities of creating effective […]
Weekly Roundup: “I Love Hitler” Group Chat Leaked + The Technocrats Who Want Monarchy + No Kings!
Brad and Dan unpack a disturbing leaked group chat among young Republican leaders that reveals casual racism, homophobia, and even Nazi sympathies. They analyze how JD Vance publicly defended the individuals involved by dismissing their comments as “edgy jokes,” exposing a growing tolerance for extremism within parts of the GOP. The discussion expands to examine […]
It’s in the Code ep 166: “Manhood”
Josh Hawley says that American manhood is threatened by “the left,” and that this threat lies in the fact that they are “anti-story.” What is missing, and what is necessary to save American manhood, he argues, is the right story. But what is the story that Hawley tells? And is it really the only story […]
034: Fighting Christian Nationalism Deep in Trump Country
Dr. Andrew Ward is teaching the next generation of leaders about the threat of White Christian Nationalism at Tulane University in New Orleans. Andrew is an old friend of Andrew and the two laugh their way through difficult topics for an illuminating conversation. Libations included. Rev. Dr. Andrew Ward on Instagram Andrew Ward’s Tulane page […]