SUMMARY

In this episode of the Old Paths Podcast, Michael Spangler and Cody Justice discuss various topics including updates from Piedmont Presbyterian Church, recent publications from Sacra Press, and a critical review of Jeremy Karl's book 'The Unprotected Class'. They emphasize the need for virtues such as loyalty and righteous anger in the nationalist movement, arguing that complacency and a lack of moral conviction hinder progress. The conversation highlights the importance of standing firm against liberalism and the necessity of denouncing harmful ideologies while fostering a strong sense of community among nationalists.

HIGHLIGHTS

Michael's church is experiencing growth and new members.
Sacra Press has released several new books and offers subscriptions.
Cody's review of Jeremy Carl's book serves as a rebuke to uncritical endorsements.
Loyalty among nationalists is crucial for success.
Denouncing effective leaders weakens the movement.
Righteous anger is necessary to combat societal evils.
Complacency in the face of evil is a significant problem.
The need for virtues like piety and fortitude in nationalism.
Criticism of Jeremy Carl highlights the dangers of liberalism.
The importance of community and support among nationalists.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Updates from Piedmont Presbyterian Church

06:10 Reviewing 'The Unprotected Class' by Jeremy Carl

17:12 Critique of Jeremy Carl's Senate Hearing

23:03 The Implications of Appointing Jeremy Carl

27:04 The Right's Internal Divisions and Future Strategies

30:30 Purity Spirals and Winning Strategies

34:00 Realism vs. Imagination in Political Strategy

39:54 Virtues for Nationalist Organizing

50:03 The Role of Anger in Nationalism

American Mantle Review (February 2026)