Best Josh Whitaker Podcasts (2025)

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Josh Holloway And Ryan Whitaker Bring Louis L’Amour’s “Flint” To Life On Screen 42:46

10d ago42:46

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For veteran actor Josh Holloway (Lost, Colony, Yellowstone, Duster), the road to Flint began more than two decades ago, when the Georgia native first read Louis L’Amour’s tale of a dying gunfighter drawn into one last battle. Over the years, Holloway pursued the project through starts, stops, and near-misses—until director and screenwriter Ryan Whi…

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Legal Questions on Judica County Radio 54:42

16h ago54:42

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In this episode of Judica County Radio, hosts Josh Whitaker and Joe Hamer tackle listener questions covering a range of legal topics. They discuss the importance of consulting an attorney before paying traffic tickets, the complexities of personal injury cases, and the differences between various types of property deeds, including warranty and quit…

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When the Church Forgets Christ with Tim Whitaker 1:44:17

2d ago1:44:17

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In this episode, Tim Whitaker from the New Evangelical joined me for one of those sprawling conversations that somehow manages to connect Christian nationalism, the Democratic Party's moral cowardice, process theology, and whether buying burritos on payment plans signals the end of civilization. We started with our upcoming "God of Justice" class a…

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Randall Balmer: Myth Busting Evangelical Activism & Its Origins 1:29:46

3d ago1:29:46

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What if everything you thought you knew about why evangelical Christians became politically active was completely wrong? Today I sit down with one of America's greatest historians of religion, Randall Balmer, to do some serious myth-busting. We dive deep into what Balmer calls "the abortion myth" - the widely believed but false story that evangelic…

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Guillermo Bervejillo: The Structure of World History 1:34:22

5d ago1:34:22

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So I got pulled into this fascinating email exchange with Brian McLaren about Kojin Karatani's The Structure of World History, and it turns out there's this whole crew of organizers and academics who've been quietly working with these ideas to rethink everything from social movements to economic theory. My guest Guillermo Bervejillo—who went from b…

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Interviews with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff; Former Vice President Mike Pence 41:26

5d ago41:26

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On CNN’s State of the Union, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff joins Jake to discuss what he says was “substantial progress” in the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. Then, Trump’s former vice president Mike Pence joins Jake to react to Trump rolling out the red carpet for Putin. Next, CNN Political Commentators Bakari Sellers, Brad Todd, Kristen Soltis An…

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Judica County Radio: Estate Planning, Trusts, and Healthcare Power of Attorney 53:49

8d ago53:49

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In this episode of Judica County Radio, hosts Josh Whitaker and Joe Hamer discuss various aspects of estate planning, including the significance of special needs trusts, the necessity of a healthcare power of attorney, and the complexities involved in challenging a will. They also touch on the lighter topic of fantasy football, illustrating how per…

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Why Your Politics Need a Better Cosmology (Whether You Know It or Not) w/ Matthew Segall & Aaron Simmons 2:00:04

9d ago2:00:04

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You can join the Democracy in Tension online summit and get access to all the lectures today.⁠ You can WATCH this conversation on YouTube Dr. Matthew Segall is a transdisciplinary researcher and teacher who applies process philosophy to various natural and social sciences, including consciousness. He is also an Assistant Professor in the Philosophy…

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Ryan Burge: Gen Z Revival?: The Next Chapter in American Religious Life 1:18:10

13d ago1:18:10

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Well, Ryan Burge is back with a bunch of graphs about religion. We covered the supposed "Gen Z revival" (spoiler alert: Ryan's data says it's not happening), dove deep into some philosophical sociology about why people are leaving religion, and I went on my usual tangents about Charles Taylor and Hartmut Rosa, while Ryan kept bringing us back to ea…

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CNN Goes on the Road with Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders; Interview with US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker 42:28

12d ago42:28

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash travels to Wheeling, West Virginia for an exclusive interview with Sen. Bernie Sanders. They discuss his push to bring his progressive message to red states, the Democratic Party’s struggles with working-class voters, the escalating showdown over redistricting in red and blue states, the situations in Ukraine …

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Avoiding Common Legal Pitfalls 54:59

15d ago54:59

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In this episode of Judica County Radio, hosts Josh Whitaker and Joe Hamer discuss the importance of having a legal plan in place, common legal mistakes people make, and understanding property rights. They emphasize the necessity of estate planning, the pitfalls of DIY legal forms, and the implications of homeowners associations and easements. The c…

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The Sacred, The Political, and Why We're All Vulnerable with Aaron Staufer & Aaron Simmons 1:35:09

17d ago1:35:09

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Another epic live stream from our Democracy in Tension summit! Aaron Simmons and I dive deep with theologian and community organizer Aaron Staufer about how sacred values and vulnerability shape our political life together. We wrestle with the big questions y'all have been sending in - can mainline churches recover a compelling sense of the sacred …

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Brian McLaren & Jacob Erickson: Ecological Crises & Lament 1:15:25

20d ago1:15:25

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What's up Theology Nerds! We're diving deep into one of the most powerful sessions from last year's Theology Beer Camp in Denver - a conversation that honestly left me speechless. Brian McLaren kicks us off with a gut-punch keynote on ecological crisis and the power of lament that'll challenge everything you think you know about faith in our curren…

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EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin; Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and Former BLS Commissioner William Beach 41:27

19d ago41:27

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On CNN’s State of the Union, after President Trump abruptly fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics over a weak jobs report, her predecessor William Beach – also appointed by Trump – tells Kasie Hunt Trump’s actions are “groundless” and “damaging.” Then, Kasie presses EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin over his push to gut the government’s abili…

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Legal Questions Along with a Road Trip to Buffalo 55:36

22d ago55:36

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In this episode of Judica County Radio, hosts Josh Whitaker and Joe Hamer discuss various topics including their recent experiences, the importance of concealed carry permits in North Carolina, and the intricacies of estate planning. They address listener questions about choosing successor fiduciaries and the significance of having a comprehensive …

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Season 3, Episode 5: 2012 Ontario Big Year with Andrew Keaveny 58:56

23d ago58:56

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Welcome all to The Big Year Podcast. I’m Robert Baumander and you’re, well, you. It’s the end of July, 2025, and you know what that means? Certainly an all new episode of the Big Year podcast, naturally, but mostly, we’re smack-dab in the heat of the summer and the lack-of-birds blues. In July and August, it's more about the butterflies and bees th…

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Transcendence, Immanence, and Why Charlie Kirk is Bad at Theology with Kevin Carnahan & Aaron Simmons 1:25:35

25d ago1:25:35

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Hey y'all, so this was our first live stream kicking off this online democracy summit we're doing - basically a bunch of us nerds getting together to wrestle with why everything seems to be falling apart politically and what the hell we're supposed to do about it. Kevin Carnahan and Aaron Simmons joined me to dig into Kevin's lecture about Christia…

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Life, Loss, And 8-Man Football On Indigenous Reservations With Journalist John Glionna 42:08

25d ago42:08

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For decades, journalist John Glionna roamed the American West chasing stories that others overlooked: small towns, strange landmarks, and unforgettable characters. But it was in McDermitt, Nevada that Glionna found the heart of his first nonfiction book, No Friday Night Lights: Reservation Football on the Edge of America. What began as a tale about…

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Josh Scott: Parables - Putting Jesus's Stories in Their Place 55:54

27d ago55:54

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In this episode, I am joined by Josh Scott, a minister at GracePointe Church in Nashville and author of the new book Parables: Putting Jesus Stories in Their Place. We discuss the book's exploration of Jesus' parables, focusing on their historical context and contemporary relevance. Josh shares insights into how these parables challenge both ancien…

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Rep. Sen. Markwayne Mullin, WH Budget Director Russel Vought and Dem. Sen. Mark Kelly 44:05

26d ago44:05

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Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin discusses the Epstein controversy with Jake Tapper and what it will take for the Trump administration to move on from the crisis. White House Budget Director Russ Vought tells Jake Tapper about plans for another recissions package and the tools the administration might use to achieve spending cuts. Democratic Sen…

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Sitting on Dietrich's Bed: A Theological Debrief from Berlin 1:14:04

1M ago1:14:04

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So Andy and I just got back from this wild week in Berlin where we taught 25 folks about Bonhoeffer right there in his actual house - like, we're sitting in his bedroom, walking the same streets, the whole deal. And wow, this trip was different from the others because everyone kept asking the question that used to make me roll my eyes: "Is this our…

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Jacob Erickson: Emerging Trends in Theology & Ethics 1:21:42

1M ago1:21:42

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In this conversation, I got to catch up with my friend Jacob Erickson, who's doing some inspiring work at Trinity College Dublin, where they've just launched a new Master's in Theology and Social Justice. What struck me most was how Jake and his colleagues are embodying this broader transformation happening in theological education - moving beyond …

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Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Tennessee Rep. Tim Burchett, US hostage envoy Adam Boehler and Former Rep. Beto O'Rourke 42:44

1M ago42:44

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Jake Tapper presses Senator Amy Klobuchar on why Democrats didn't release the Epstein files during the Biden Administration, Congressman Tim Burchett says Trump's call to release grand jury material in the Epstein case is a "good start." US hostage envoy Adam Boehler discusses the Trump administration’s prisoner exchang…

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Judica County Radio: Surprise Legal Questions 54:21

1M ago54:21

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In this episode of Judica County Radio, hosts Josh Whitaker and Joe Hamer engage in a lively discussion centered around surprise listener questions. They delve into various topics including the significance of estate planning, the intricacies of ladybird deeds, the implications of marital interests in property ownership, and the five by five rule i…

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Matt Novenson: Emerging Trends in New Testament Studies 1:16:41

1M ago1:16:41

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What's up, Theology Nerds! So I had my buddy Matt Novenson on to talk about what's happening on the cutting edge of New Testament research these days, and let me tell you, it's way broader than you might think. We covered five major areas where scholars are doing really fascinating work: first, bringing Jewish studies into conversation with the New…

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Bestselling Author Bryan Burrough Reveals How Texas Shaped the Gunfighter Era 41:50

1M ago41:50

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In this episode of Writing the West podcast, we sit down with journalist and historian Bryan Burrough, author of the riveting new book The Gunfighters: How Texas Made the West Wild. Known for his bestsellers Barbarians at the Gate and Public Enemies, Burrough brings his sharp investigative lens to the gunfighter era, tracing its roots in Texas hono…

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From Pit Elders to Political Theology: Making Sense of Democratic Breakdown 1:36:14

1M ago1:36:14

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Just got back from three and a half weeks in Europe (still not sure what time zone I'm in), and Aaron Simmons and I dove straight into the deep end of why democracy feels like it's falling apart. We're wrestling with this massive question: what do you do when reason-giving just seems to fail completely - when people either dismiss everyone who disa…

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White House Border Czar Tom Homan, California Sen. Alex Padilla and Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales 42:46

1M ago42:46

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash presses White House Border Czar Tom Homan over Trump’s immigration crackdown amid chaotic ICE raids in California. Next, California Sen. Alex Padilla sits down with Dana to respond. Then, Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales joins Dana amid growing calls for accountability after the deadly floods in his state. Finally, CN…

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Stages of Estate Planning, Early, Middle and Close to the Finish 54:53

1M ago54:53

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In this episode of Judica County Radio, hosts Josh Whitaker and Joe Hamer discuss various aspects of estate planning tailored to different life stages. They explore the importance of having an estate plan for college students, new parents, and retirees, emphasizing the need for powers of attorney and living wills. The conversation also touches on p…

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Nicholas Spencer: Beyond Conflict: Unraveling The Intersection of Science & Faith 1:29:41

2M ago1:29:41

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Nicholas Spencer joins us for a fascinating conversation about the complex relationship between science and religion, moving far beyond the tired warfare narrative that dominates popular discourse. As a senior fellow at Theos and author of several important books including the recently released The Landscapes of Science and Religion: What Are We Di…

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Aaron Stauffer: The Future of Faith & Justice 1:53:55

2M ago1:53:55

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Ethicist and organizer Dr. Aaron Staufer returns to the podcast to tackle one of the most pressing questions facing progressive Christianity today: how do we move from feeling overwhelmed and powerless to actually building meaningful change in our communities? Aaron brings his experience as both a theologian and organizer to help us understand why …

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Texas Congressman Joaquin Castro and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear 41:49

2M ago41:49

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On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash speaks with Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro about the deadly floods ravaging his state. Then, Dana sits down with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss President Trump’s sweeping domestic policy legislation. They also discuss what will happen when Trump’s 90-day pause on tariffs ends later this week. Next, Ken…

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Louis L’Amour's Son Beau Discusses His Father’s Legacy And Expanding The Western Genre 1:10:16

2M ago1:10:16

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We sat down with Beau L’Amour — writer, producer, and the literary steward of his legendary father, Louis L’Amour. From audio dramas and graphic novels to film adaptations and hopes for future productions, Beau offers a candid look at the joys and challenges of carrying forward a legacy as vast as the American frontier. We talk about why his father…

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Season 3, Episode 4: Ingrid and Ethan Whitaker's Lower 48 Big Year 53:49

2M ago53:49

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Happy Canada Jay Day. It’s July 1, 2025 and for most people it’s a holiday and a chance to barbecue, picnic, get away from the house and watch or set off fireworks after dark. For birders,(those poor souls that have to work for a living during the week), it’s a day to celebrate birds and go birding with friends, family, or just get away on your own…

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Peter Harrison: The Evolution of Belief: Science, Religion & Modernity 1:53:29

2M ago1:53:29

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In this episode, I am joined by the eminent historian of science and religion, Peter Harrison. We examine how we've inherited a distorted narrative about the relationship between science and religion. Rather than the conflict narrative we're accustomed to, Harrison reveals that science and religion are not historical foes, and that modern Western s…

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