Podcast
Faith Adjacent
Hosted by The Popcast Media Group · EN
Conversations involving faith are often fraught with scholarly nerd alerts about ancient linguistics and inaccessible theological discussions centered around hermeneutics. But what if there was a way to use your pop culture literacy to enhance your biblical literacy? Welcome to Faith Adjacent, the podcast where we try to understand the modern dynamics of faith through a combined commitment to uncomfortable honesty, authentic weirdness, and critical thinking. Faith Adjacent is hosted by Knox McCoy and Jamie Golden of The Popcast along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon.
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Sacred Cinema: Toy Story
1w ago00:53:03Tap to summarizeIn honor of Toy Story 5, Erin and Evan are going back to where it all started to give the original Toy Story the Faith Adjacent treatment! You’ll hear favored and forsaken moments, life verses for the movie, who we would cast in the live action version, and so much more! Is Toy Story just Biblical fan fiction of Peter and Paul? Are Sid’s toys experiencing a trauma response that renders them unable to speak? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONSWant more Disney content? Check out our Disney and the Divine episode bundlesFourth of July Merch: Order by June 18thToy Story: Watch on Disney+ | IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes Italian Brain Rot: Skibidi ToiletThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. Erin Moon: I’ve Got Questions | Substack | Instagram | WebsiteEvan Dodson: Instagram | TikTok | SubstackSubscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Favored or Forsaken: Wife School, The Pope on AI, and Cory Asbury
2w ago00:55:16Tap to summarizeThis week on Favored or Forsaken, join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss Wife School, the Pope’s thoughts on AI, and Cory Asbury’s recent typo controversy. We evaluate all three the only way we know how: by asking whether they're good for the Christians or bad for the Christians.MENTIONSAll the Faith Adjacent Merch and Episode Bundles: Shop hereWife School? Here’s the article from The Guardian | Wife School Website Helpful Wife School Substacks: I Went to Wife School So You Don’t Have To | Frigid Sex & Silence: A Review of Duggar-Endorsed Wife SchoolThe Pope Condemns AI: Here’s the Encyclical | Here’s the NY Times article AI Deep Dive Podcast: Jon Stewart episode with Geoffrey Hinton Evan’s AI Resource: FaithTechCory Asbury Song Typo: Here’s the reel The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. Erin Moon: I’ve Got Questions | Substack | Instagram | WebsiteEvan Dodson: Instagram | TikTok | SubstackJamie Golden: Instagram | The Popcast with Knox and JamieSubscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →The Faith Adjacency of Touched by an Angel
3w ago00:48:34Tap to summarizeErin and Evan are deep-diving the pilot episode of Touched by an Angel, the wildly earnest 90s drama where angels roam barefoot through the desert, deliver emotional monologues, and occasionally make cars disappear. Along the way, we’ll unpack the show’s surprisingly massive cultural impact, the theology of guardian angels, and discuss whether a youth pastor could draw a Wednesday-night sermon from this series. MENTIONSTouched by an Angel: Watch on Netflix Relevant Angel Content: SWDGISS: Angels | Angel Snake DraftDeep Dives: IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes | Wikipedia Guardian Angels? Michael Heiser | Father Mike Plus One: Deep Dive here Fourth of July Merch: Shop hereThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. Erin Moon: I’ve Got Questions | Substack | Instagram | WebsiteEvan Dodson: Instagram | TikTok | SubstackSubscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →The NOs of Church in the Summer
4w ago00:36:27Tap to summarizeThis week, Erin and Evan are diving into the chaos, confusion, and unforgettable drama of church summers in The NOs of Church in the Summer. From wild youth group moments and camp dress code policing to mission trip etiquette disasters, listeners sent in some of the funniest and most unhinged church camp memories imaginable. If you survived VBS, youth camp, or a “life-changing” mission trip, this episode is for you.MENTIONSWant the spicy content? Listen on Patreon Relevant Past Episodes: The NOs of VBS | The NOs of Youth Camps | The NOs of Mission TripsThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. Erin Moon: I’ve Got Questions | Substack | Instagram | WebsiteEvan Dodson: Instagram | TikTok | SubstackJamie Golden: Instagram | The Popcast with Knox and JamieSubscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Office Hours: Christianity Today, Russell Brand’s New Book, and Potluck Etiquette
May 2100:42:49Tap to summarizeIn this week’s Office Hours episode, Erin, Jamie, and Knox tackle your questions about Christianity Today, Knox’s writing process for Sunday Night Lights, and whether cigar-and-whiskey Bible studies are genuine community or just Christian guys being guys. Plus you’ll get rapid fire discussions on Taco Bell at potlucks, Russell Brand’s new book, and what animal symbols would represent each member of the Faith Adjacent crew.MENTIONSWant the spicy content? Listen on Patreon BIlly Graham Deep Dive: Listen to our episode on himKnox’s Writings: Subscribe to Binge Thinking | Sunday Night Lights on Apple Podcasts | Sunday Night Lights on Spotify Holy Smokes Ministry: Learn more here The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. Erin Moon: I’ve Got Questions | Substack | Instagram | WebsiteEvan Dodson: Instagram | TikTok | SubstackJamie Golden: Instagram | The Popcast with Knox and JamieSubscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Favored or Forsaken: Baylor, Newsboys, and Nick Jonas
May 1400:55:10Tap to summarizeIt’s time for our monthly Favored or Forsaken episode! Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss Baylor’s current clash with the Baptists, Nick Jonas’s latest musical endeavor, and the massive lawsuit from the Newsboys. Along the way, we unpack our complicated history with charity orgs and dream up the ultimate pop and CCM collaborations.MENTIONSWant the spicy content? Listen on Patreon Baylor vs. The Baptists: Learn more hereProfessor Watchlist? Here’s the Wikipedia (because the website is still down)Newsboys Lawsuit: Read all about it hereNick Jonas and Brandon Lake: Hope (Remix) | The AuthorThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. Erin Moon: I’ve Got Questions | Substack | Instagram | WebsiteEvan Dodson: Instagram | TikTok | SubstackJamie Golden: Instagram | The Popcast with Knox and JamieSubscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Who the Hell are the Gideons?
May 700:40:23Tap to summarizeWhat’s the deal with the Bibles in all the hotel rooms? In this episode, Erin and Evan are deep-diving the Gideons! You’ll learn about the traveling salesman roots of the organization, where the name comes from (kind of), and, of course, the controversies! Do they do more than just mysteriously place Bibles, and what’s been the impact of the organization? You’ll have to listen to find out!MENTIONSWant more Broadway in your life? Check out the Broadway Bundle at The Faith Adjacent Shop The Gideons Deep Dive: Website | Wikipedia | 2025 Annual ReportWant to know more about Gideon? Listen to Season 14, Episode 3: GideonThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →The Global South Church with Father Joash P. Thomas
Apr 3000:42:30Tap to summarizeIn this very special episode, Erin sits down with Fr. Joash P. Thomas, a public theologian and author of The Justice of Jesus. They explore the intersections of faith, justice, and cultural perspectives as Fr. Joash shares how his experiences navigating different cultural contexts inform his theological insights and advocacy for justice in the church.MENTIONSFather Joash P Thomas: The Justice of Jesus | Instagram | Website | Substack | St. Stephen’s UniversityMasala Chai: Wagh Bakri | Tata TeaCan you tell me more about the Global Church? Here’s some info from Pew ResearchThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Instagram Heresy 2: Motherhood, Kristin Stewart, and The Hulk
Apr 2300:35:53Tap to summarizeIt’s time for another installment of Instagram Heresy! Join Erin and Evan as they unpack listener-submitted memes, reels, and posts. Along the way, they develop a full theology of memes, debate whether Mary deserved feedback on Jesus’s sleeping habits, and explore what Kristen Stewart can teach us about the Armor of God. By the end, you’ll be fully equipped to handle that one relative who’s a little too trigger-happy with the repost button.MENTIONSLooking for the memes? Find them hereSugie_Addict: Here’s the Easter ReelQuestionable Communion: Breastfeeding TikTokThis Week on Patreon: Spicy Instagram Heresy 2The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Favored or Forsaken: Women Shaping the Church, The Manosphere, and Post-Easter Roundup
Apr 1600:49:49Tap to summarizeIt’s time for our monthly Favored or Forsaken! Join Erin, Evan, and Evan as we discuss awesome women who are shaping the church, what’s going on with the Manosphere, and recent happenings post-Easter. Is this our most uplifting Favored or Forsaken ever? You’ll have to listen to find out! MENTIONSThis Week on Patreon: Spicy April Favored or ForsakenAwesome Ladies: Sojourner’s List of 10 Christian Women Shaping the ChurchWeird Chickens? Learn more about Jen Hamilton | Silkie Chickens | Chicken DiapersEvan’s List Additions: Bethny Ricks | Ruth Haley Barton | Gemma Ryan | Faith Eury Cho | Bethany AllenManosphere? Here’s the article | RUMbLE Mobile Billboard: Deep-Dive | Get your ownFalling Jesus? Here’s one video | And here’s anotherBeautiful Things: Here’s the Benson Boone church The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I’ve Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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