Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & Politics
Tired of the culture war? This is that podcast that’s too liberal for conservatives, too conservative for liberals. We seek to follow the lamb, not the donkey or elephant.
Episodes
What Paul’s Letter to the American Church Would Say with Daniel Darling
It seems that our culture is divided over every possible issue. And unfortunately, it’s not just happening in the culture; it’s happening in the church! On today’s episode, Daniel Darling, writer, journalist, podcaster, and author of Agents of Grace, joins Patrick on the pod to discuss how the church can move beyond profound disagreements and live as agents of Jesus’s love. You’ll hear Daniel share his story and how he experienced some fallout from his stance on the COVID vaccine. Through this, he explains how Christians can think about unity in a more nuanced way, making sense of which issues are worth (and not worth) fighting for. He and Patrick discuss themes of unity and disunity in Paul’s letters, whether or not Christians are confrontational enough, and how we can decide if God wants us to weigh in on a cultural issue. Plus, how does your individual calling affect this concept? Hear Daniel issue a quick test to help you determine whether or not you want to move the needle on an issue or simply just make a point. And finally, what would Paul’s letter to today’s American church say? Listen now!Ok, truth time... Did you like this episode? Tell us by leaving a rating or review! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If you did, you won't want to miss what's next (so subscribe now!). And help a friend by sharing this with them. Thank you! 🙏Plus, the conversation is just beginning! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to join in on the dialogue! If you disagree with anything in this episode, we'd love to hear your thoughts here. Want to learn more about Truth Over Tribe? Visit our website and subscribe to our weekly newsletter.Want more truth over tribe? Check out our resources!ResourcesBuy the Agents of Grace Book
A Positive Vision for Masculinity
Oh, man! What’s going on with men these days? Across the board, statistics show that men are falling behind. Has our culture changed in a way that disadvantages them? Have accusations of “toxic masculinity” thrown men into a shame spiral that leaves them feeling helpless? Here’s the deal: Discussing this topic in no way means that we’re anti-woman or giving up the idea of gender equality. Today, you’ll hear Keith and Patrick examine the statistics, citing how men are falling behind in education, the labor force, and relationships and the resulting rise in “deaths of despair” among men. They’ll discuss our changing cultural attitudes toward men and some of the societal, structural challenges that men face. Finally, they propose some solutions to finding a positive vision for masculinity in a more equal world. This episode is sure to leave you thinking. Listen now!Ok, truth time... Did you like this episode? Tell us by leaving a rating or review! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If you did, you won't want to miss what's next (so subscribe now!). And help a friend by sharing this with them. Thank you! 🙏Plus, the conversation is just beginning! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to join in on the dialogue! If you disagree with anything in this episode, we'd love to hear your thoughts here. Want to learn more about Truth Over Tribe? Visit our website and subscribe to our weekly newsletter.Want more truth over tribe? Check out our resources!ResourcesListen to the "What To Expect When No One's Expecting" Episode
A Christian Case for Secular Government with Michael Bird
“Melbourne, Australia makes California look like Alabama.” That’s how Michael Bird, author of “Religious Freedom in a Secular Age,” describes his homeland’s secular climate. But is Melbourne a picture of where America could be in 20 years? And is that something that Christianity should feel threatened by? On this week’s episode, Keith sits down with Michael to discuss his recent book where he dissects America’s present culture war, explains the different types of secularism, and makes the case that “secularism isn’t the bad guy,” but instead, it enables religious freedom. Hear Michael answer: Should Christians keep their faith out of the public square? What are acceptable limits to religious liberty? Is it right for Christians to think of themselves as exiles? And what should the Christian strategy be moving forward in today’s secular age? Listen now! Ok, truth time... Did you like this episode? Tell us by leaving a rating or review! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If you did, you won't want to miss what's next (so subscribe now!). And help a friend by sharing this with them. Thank you! 🙏Plus, the conversation is just beginning! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to join in on the dialogue! If you disagree with anything in this episode, we'd love to hear your thoughts here. Want to learn more about Truth Over Tribe? Visit our website and subscribe to our weekly newsletter.Want more truth over tribe? Check out our resources!ResourcesBuy the Religious Freedom in a Secular Age Book
The Evolution of Modern Conservatism with Matthew Continetti
Calling all history buffs! (And those on the right asking, “How did we get here?”) On today’s episode, Patrick sits down with Matthew Continetti as the two take a deep dive into the historical roots, twists, and turns taken by American conservatives in the last century. Matthew is a journalist and author of The Right: The Hundred-Year War for American Conservatism. Listen as he defines American populism, gives a TL;DR version of conservatism’s backstory, and explains who the “new right” is. Plus, hear him answer questions about the current state of the conservative movement: Why was Ronald Reagan’s influence so important? How did Donald Trump end up winning the presidency? And what is the future of the American right? Listen now!Ok, truth time... Did you like this episode? Tell us by leaving a rating or review! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If you did, you won't want to miss what's next (so subscribe now!). And help a friend by sharing this with them. Thank you! 🙏Plus, the conversation is just beginning! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to join in on the dialogue! If you disagree with anything in this episode, we'd love to hear your thoughts here. Want to learn more about Truth Over Tribe? Visit our website and subscribe to our weekly newsletter.Want more truth over tribe? Check out our resources!ResourcesBuy The Right Book
The Bible is for Food-Obsessed People with Aarti Sequeira
Calling all foodies! You’re in good company this week. Today, Aarti Sequeira joins Keith to discuss all things food and why food plays such an important role in the Biblical story. Aarti is a Christian, a cooking show host, a cookbook author, a former CNN journalist, and the winner of the reality TV show competition Food Network Star. You’ll hear Aarti share her story: Her Indian, Dubai, and British upbringing, her time spent in journalism, her conversion to Christianity, and how she started her cooking career. Plus, Keith gets a chance to ask her his most pressing cooking questions. She ends by explaining why food is so important in the Bible and why there’s power and connection in breaking bread together at God’s table. Listen now!Ok, truth time... Did you like this episode? Tell us by leaving a rating or review! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If you did, you won't want to miss what's next (so subscribe now!). And help a friend by sharing this with them. Thank you! 🙏Plus, the conversation is just beginning! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to join in on the dialogue! If you disagree with anything in this episode, we'd love to hear your thoughts here. Want to learn more about Truth Over Tribe? Visit our website and subscribe to our weekly newsletter.Want more truth over tribe? Check out our resources!ResourcesBuy the Aarti Paarti CookbookBuy the My Family Recipe Journal
Are Atheists Reconsidering Christianity? with Justin Brierley
Perhaps no Christian has spent more time talking with big-name atheists than Justin Brierley. His radio show-made-podcast, Unbelievable?, models healthy discourse between Christians and those who doubt the faith. Such conversations led to his forthcoming book, “The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God,” which Justin discusses with Patrick in today’s episode. Hear about the collapse of “New Atheism” and how today’s atheists have increasingly more in common with conservative Christians, especially concerning transgender issues and critical theory. Plus, do today’s atheists simply see Christianity as a “useful lie” that’s helped shape human rights issues, or are secular thinkers reconsidering Christianity as a whole? Listen now! Ok, truth time... Did you like this episode? Tell us by leaving a rating or review! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 If you did, you won't want to miss what's next (so subscribe now!). And help a friend by sharing this with them. Thank you! 🙏Plus, the conversation is just beginning! Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to join in on the dialogue! If you disagree with anything in this episode, we'd love to hear your thoughts here. Want to learn more about Truth Over Tribe? Visit our website and subscribe to our weekly newsletter.Want more truth over tribe? Check out our resources!ResourcesBuy The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God BookListen to the Unbelievable? Podcast
About the Show
Our interviews with leading Christian and non-Christian thinkers will challenge you to consider truth. We hope our podcast will help you understand what’s happening in your workplace, home, community, and society, then apply Jesus’s teachings there.
We don’t take ourselves too seriously. Or any tribe, for that matter. So prepare yourself to laugh, think, get offended, change your mind, or shout in agreement.
Above all, you’ll become the kind of leader and thinker whose outlook is shaped by Jesus, not mainstream media out to get a buck and fuel the outrage.