Best VeggieTales Podcasts (2024)

1
Episode 16: I Leave My Religious Trauma At The Door When It Comes To VeggieTales 49:57

20d ago49:57

49:57

Finally! An actually light and fun episode! Join Jake and Brooke as they take a trip down memory lane and talk about perhaps the most well-known piece of Christian children's programming: VeggieTales. Stories are told, songs are sung, and much merriment was had by all. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendse…

1
BONUS: Election Eve Pep Talk 12:02

1h ago12:02

12:02

The stakes are high and so is our anxiety, but panic helps no one. Today, Jake and Brooke take a moment to talk about getting through the election tomorrow (!!!). Breathe, ground yourself, drink water, put down your phone, and choose to have hope. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: 9OT…

1
641: The Roots of Racial & Environmental Injustice with David Swanson 1:35:43

9h ago1:35:43

1:35:43

With only a week before the presidential election, Phil and Kaitlyn are joined by Mike Erre to discuss Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden. Why do so many white evangelicals ignore the racism, misogyny, and dehumanizing rhetoric coming from the MAGA movement? It is really about supporting certain policies or the idolatry of power? Then, David Sw…

1
Episode 17: Pre-Election Spooktacular 1:30:46

2d ago1:30:46

1:30:46

Sometimes the only thing scarier than what goes bump in the night is what happens in Dobson-inspired books. In this very festive episode, Jake and Brooke face their fears in the most heart-wrenching, hair-raising episode yet! Join them as they unearth the tomb known as "What Does the Bible Teach About Transgenderism?" - and try to break its curse b…

1
640: Holy Post LIVE from Chicago with Charlie Dates 1:34:50

7d ago1:34:50

1:34:50

Today’s episode is all content from our recent live event in Chicago. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn discuss the rapid shift in public opinion about immigration—and it’s not just among Republicans. Why is support for immigration down dramatically among Democrats and independents too? Then Charlie Dates, the pastor of Progressive Baptist Church and Salem B…

1
639: The Apostle to the Apostles with Jennifer Powell McNutt 1:27:32

14d ago1:27:32

1:27:32

The election is just three weeks away and Phil is exhausted, Kaitlyn is concerned that evangelicals supporting Harris are making the same mistake as those supporting Trump, and Skye blames the whole mess on WWJD bracelets. Based on Kaitlyn’s recent Religion News Service article, the Holy Post crew discuss a better way for Christians to think about …

1
638: Keep Christianity Weird & Lessons from the Church Abuse Scandal with Kristen Kobes Du Mez 1:29:37

21d ago1:29:37

1:29:37

Being a cultural Christian used to be an insult, but more people are embracing the label with pride. The Holy Post crew unpacks what’s behind the growing affection for cultural Christianity, and they explain why it’s more important than ever to embrace the weird, supernatural beliefs of the faith. Historian Kristen Kobes Du Mez is back to discuss h…

1
637: Your Church is Too American with Steve Bezner 1:29:12

28d ago1:29:12

1:29:12

Steve Bezner, a pastor in Houston, had a troubling realization—his people were being shaped more by social media, YouTube, and cable news than by the Bible, and their views of money, sex, and power looked more American than Christian. He talks with Kaitlyn about his new book, “Your Jesus Is Too American,” and how being more relational than organiza…

1
Episode 15: What Is James Dobson Up To Now? 1:02:01

30d ago1:02:01

1:02:01

James Dobson continues to operate his media empires to this very day, so today Jake and Brooke take a break from his books to look at his more recent activities. This may come as a shock, but he hasn't been up to anything good. Important Links: Register to vote or check your registration: https://vote.gov/ Find your ballot and get involved: https:/…

1
French Friday: The Pope’s Humility & the Joy of MAGA 58:28

1M ago58:28

58:28

In a military operation straight out of a spy novel, Israel infiltrated Hezbollah’s communication networks and detonated pager bombs and walkie talkies. David French and Skye discuss the operation and the long term ramifications. Then, they break down Pope Francis’ controversial comments on salvation that have sparked backlash among conservative Ca…

1
636: America’s Government Teacher on Hope & Resilience with Sharon McMahon 1:39:52

1M ago1:39:52

1:39:52

With both the election and polls getting closer, new research from Lifeway says a record number of pastors are refusing to say who they’re voting for—even on an anonymous survey. Mike Erre says he wouldn’t answer the survey either. His reason may surprise you. Phil explores how Pat Buchanan’s 1992 presidential campaign was a harbinger of today’s po…

1
635: Slandering Haitians & Parents for Peace in Israel/Palestine with Robi Damelin 1:24:33

1M ago1:24:33

1:24:33

During last week’s presidential debate, Donald Trump amplified a false rumor about Haitian immigrants eating pets in Springfield, Ohio. Since then the community, which was already facing significant challenges, has been shaken by deepening divisions, racism, and even bomb threats. We look at how church leaders in Springfield are responding, what’s …

1
Episode 14: The Strong-Willed Child (1978) 1:05:05

1M ago1:05:05

1:05:05

"The Strong-Willed Child" is the gift that keeps on giving. Like herpes. This episode, Jake and Brooke explore the ideologies that undergird this wretched text, as well as all of Dobson's work more broadly: obedience. There's a lot less spanking in this one, it's infuriating for different reasons! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://u…

1
634: The Happiness Paradox & Lessons from Life’s Last Room with Amy Low 1:31:44

2M ago1:31:44

1:31:44

Today’s show is all about perspective. First, Phil offers his perspective on the news stories fans send him on social media about Icelandic cucumbers and water buffalos, and how they compare to articles he actually likes about robotic mushrooms and avoiding gluteal amnesia. Then, a recent article explores our culture’s focus on products, practices,…

1
633: The Head Covering Comeback & Unsung Heroes with Jemar Tisby 1:33:43

2M ago1:33:43

1:33:43

A very old trend is making a big comeback among Catholic women—veils. Is the turn toward head coverings rooted in Scripture, a desire for sacred symbols, a longing for traditional womanhood, or is it just a nostalgic fashion trend field by TikTok? A new study says what separates conservatives and liberals is how hierarchically they view the world a…

1
Episode 13: The Strong-Willed Child (1978) 1:13:45

2M ago1:13:45

1:13:45

Did you enjoy that break from Dobson? Thinking about how we can make the world a better place for everyone? That was nice, huh. Anyway, that's not what this episode is. Today Jake and Brooke are talking about perhaps THE Dobson book, "The Strong-Willed Child" and talking about what the hell Dobson means by "strong-willed". Check out "The Worst of A…

1
French Friday: Are the Political Parties Trading Places? 59:32

2M ago59:32

59:32

For the first time in decades, the Republican Party has removed all pro-life language from the party platform. Trump has also called for less free-trade, more government regulation, and he is indifferent about Russian aggression in Europe. At the same time, the Democratic Party is embracing patriotism, law and order, tax cuts, and retreating from i…

1
632: Smartphones & Spiritual Formation with Jonathan Haidt 1:25:08

2M ago1:25:08

1:25:08

As we start a new academic year, school districts throughout the country are increasingly banning smartphones. No one is more responsible for this trend than Dr. Jonathan Haidt. He talks to Skye about his latest book, “The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness,” and how smartphones are also…

1
631: Evangelicals for Harris & Holy Land Theology with Gary Burge 1:26:11

3M ago1:26:11

1:26:11

In the last two presidential elections about 8 in 10 evangelicals voted for Donald Trump, but can Kamala Harris steal some of those votes in 2024? We discuss the recent “Evangelicals for Harris” call and why it’s so difficult to get Christians to think more theologically about politics. Ed Stetzer argues that abortion should still be a top priority…

1
Episode 12: A Better Way Forward 1:08:26

3M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

Let's not talk about James Dobson, for once! After spending 3 long episodes talking about the plague known as "purity culture", today Jake and Brooke explore what an actually healthy model of relationships and sexuality can look like. Be ready to hear the words "penis and vagina" a bunch of times. Citations: Braun-Harvey, D., & Vigorito, M. A. (201…

1
630: Pain & God’s Presence with Dave Gibbons 1:26:26

3M ago1:26:26

1:26:26

We all hear stories of people walking away from faith because of cultural challenges and hypocrisy in the church. That’s what makes Dave Gibbons' new memoir, “The Shape of My Eyes,” so powerful. He joins Skye to talk about growing up within American fundamentalism as a mixed-race kid, and how he encountered God despite deep family trauma and church…

1
629: The Politics of Division with Adam Kinzinger 1:29:52

3M ago1:29:52

1:29:52

Donald Trump made headlines last week when he questioned Kamala Harris’s racial identity. Phil, Skye, and Esau McCaulley discuss his comments and how the politics of division often cause us to categorize people into a single box. Then, should Christians embrace the spiritual uses of psychedelic drugs? Megan Basham's new book claims progressive powe…

1
Episode 11: I Kissed Dating Goodbye 1:08:06

3M ago1:08:06

1:08:06

Today we are reading our first non-Dob book, though unfortunately his spirit remains with us. This book will help you not become a childless cat lady or whatever, because it wants to tell you the right way to have a relationship. I'm sure things all check out this time and there's nothing bad in this episode at all. Citations: Joshua Harris’s apolo…

1
French Friday: Childless Sociopaths & Evangelical Outrage 1:09:55

3M ago1:09:55

1:09:55

David French joins to discuss J.D. Vance's comments about "childless sociopaths," pro-natalist government policy, the Olympics's Last Supper-esque display, and Robert Downey Jr. returning to the MCU. Are anti-immigration policies actually even "preserving our culture?" And why are fundamentalists so eager to consider themselves persecuted? 0:00 - T…

1
628: Olympic Outrage & the New Testament in Color with Esau McCaulley & Amy Peeler 1:25:48

3M ago1:25:48

1:25:48

The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics sparked outrage when drag queens assembled into a scene reminiscent of the Last Supper. Are Christians right to be offended? Oklahoma is requiring public schools to teach the Bible, but some teachers are resisting. Is this really about education or indoctrination? And Kaitlyn’s latest article explains why …

1
SKYEpod - SkyeDive: Certainty & Stupidity 1:01:30

3M ago1:01:30

1:01:30

We're sharing a SKYEpod episode that was previously exclusively for Holy Post Plus subscribers—this one's a "SkyeDive," meaning it's just Skye digging deep into a topic. If you like this episode, consider becoming a Holy Post Plus subcriber to get weekly SKYEpod episodes, merchandise, bonus interviews, and more! Skye talks about how our certainty o…

1
627: Heritage Americans & Palestinian Christians with Munther Isaac 1:23:10

3M ago1:23:10

1:23:10

Following the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, some are saying that God saved his life for a divine purpose. Phil, Kaitlyn, and Skye discuss the selective use of Christian rhetoric surrounding the former President. Then, multiple speakers at the Republican convention used anti-immigrant language associated with the “heritage Americans” move…

1
Episode 10: What is Purity Culture? 1:08:37

3M ago1:08:37

1:08:37

Let's get into it, what an absolute nightmare. On this episode, Jake and Brooke break down what exactly 'purity culture' even means, down to its rotten roots. Horrifying histories, awful anecdotes, and blood-boiling beliefs abound in this one. Citations (hyperlinks do not work on every platform) About the AIDS quilt Abstinence-Only-Until-Marriage P…

1
626: Political Violence & the Narrow Path with Rich Villodas 1:28:38

4M ago1:28:38

1:28:38

On Saturday, Donald Trump narrowly survived an assassin’s bullet. Will this begin to turn down the dehumanizing and apocalyptic rhetoric in our politics, or will it only add fuel for conspiracy theories and extremists? Rich Villodas is back to talk about his new book on the Sermon on the Mount—“The Narrow Path.” He says obeying the sermon “is not h…

1
625: Loving Our Christian Nationalist Neighbors with Caleb Campbell 1:33:47

4M ago1:33:47

1:33:47

It’s one thing to fight against a heresy, but what about the people caught in its grasp? Caleb Campbell’s new book, “Disarming Leviathan,” argues Christian Nationalism is an idolatrous, anti-Christian movement, but that we ought to take a gentle, loving, and missional posture toward our friends and neighbors following it. Also this week, Ronald Rea…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

VeggieTales Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide