Podcast Summary: Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey – Ep 1122 | The New Age Exploitation of Anointing Oils

Host: Allie Beth Stuckey
Network: Blaze Podcast Network
Release Date: January 14, 2025
Description: "Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey" offers an upbeat and in-depth analysis of culture, news, theology, and politics from a Christian, conservative perspective. In Episode 1122, Allie delves into the controversial use of anointing oils within modern Christian practices, alongside a comprehensive examination of the political and environmental factors contributing to the recent LA wildfires.

1. Political Update: Pete Hedge Seth's Secretary of Defense Confirmation

Allie begins the episode by discussing Pete Hedge Seth’s ongoing confirmation hearings for the Secretary of Defense position.

• Allegations and Responses:
  Allie outlines the various accusations against Hedge Seth, including sexual misconduct, assault, and harassment. She suggests that while some accusations have been denied, others acknowledge past indiscretions but emphasize his transformation.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [02:46]: "Hedge Seth responded to Senator Kane’s questioning by saying, 'Senator, I was falsely charged, fully investigated, and completely cleared.'"

• Notable Quotes:

  Senator Kevin Kramer [Timestamp Unavailable]: "It's called the Jerusalem Cross. It's a historic Christian symbol."

  Allie Beth Stuckey [03:24]: "He promises to reinstate service members discharged for refusing the COVID vaccine, asserting it as 'justice.' That is absolute insanity and cruelty."

• Allie's Perspective:
  She expresses hope that Hedge Seth will secure the position, emphasizing his personal redemption and alignment with Christian values.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [03:00]: "I think we have no reason not to take him at his word."

2. California Wildfires: A Timeline of Policy Failures

Allie provides an in-depth analysis of the political and environmental decisions over the past three decades that have exacerbated the severity of the LA wildfires.

• Current Situation:
  As of the episode’s release, California is battling over 40,000 acres of wildfires, resulting in significant loss of life and property. Wind gusts up to 70 mph have hampered firefighting efforts.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [15:30]: "The wildfires have burned over 40,000 acres, an area bigger than San Francisco, and have killed at least two dozen people."

• Historical Policy Decisions:
  Allie traces the roots of wildfire mismanagement to policies initiated in the 1960s and 70s, highlighting the impact of the National Environmental Policy Act and the California Environmental Quality Act.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [20:45]: "Since the 1960s, environmental laws have deeply impacted how water, which California relies on, is prioritized."

• Delta Smelt Controversy:
  She discusses how protecting the endangered Delta smelt has restricted water supplies, benefiting environmentalists at the expense of agricultural and urban needs.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [29:10]: "Since 2007, 20 studies analyzing water increases to protect the smelt show no benefit, with many inconclusive results."

• Recent Developments:
  The episode highlights Governor Gavin Newsom’s attempts to expedite rebuilding efforts and the continued failure to address forest management effectively.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [24:00]: "Construction on a new dam is still pending 11 years after Prop 1 was approved, demonstrating government inefficiency."

3. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the LA Fire Department

Allie critiques the implementation of DEI programs within the Los Angeles Fire Department, arguing that quotas may compromise operational effectiveness.

• New Fire Chief Kristen Crowley:
  As the first female chief, Crowley has introduced a three-year strategic plan to increase diversity within the department.

  Chief Kristen Crowley [35:24]: "On March 27th, I'll become the LAFD's first-ever female chief, focusing on increasing diversity."

• Assistant Chief Christine Larson’s Statements:
  Larson emphasizes the importance of firefighters resembling the communities they serve to build trust and understanding.

  Assistant Chief Christine Larson [36:29]: "You want somebody that responds to your emergency that looks like you, giving that person more ease."

• Allie’s Critique:
  She argues that prioritizing diversity over competence can lead to inefficiency and endanger lives.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [36:54]: "When you prioritize the color of someone's skin or sexual orientation over competence, people are going to die."

4. Theological Controversy: Anointing Oils as Witchcraft

The episode culminates in a theological discussion sparked by Allie’s Instagram video, where she labels the use of anointing oils for self-declaration of spiritual powers as witchcraft.

• Origin of the Controversy:
  Allie reacted to a Christian influencer promoting the use of oils for healing, raising the dead, and other supernatural acts.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [45:00]: "I said in response, 'This is witchcraft. This is an attempt to wed the new age with Christianity. It's syncretism.'"

• Biblical Analysis:
  Allie examines biblical references to anointing oil, distinguishing between its ceremonial use in the Old Testament and its symbolic uses in the New Testament.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [50:30]: "In Exodus 29:7, you shall take the anointed oil and pour it on his head and anoint him. This was to consecrate priests, not to endow individuals with supernatural powers."

• Defense of Her Stance:
  While acknowledging the presence of anointing oil in scripture, Allie asserts that modern practices extending its use beyond biblical contexts equate to witchcraft.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [59:15]: "Witchcraft seeks supernatural power outside of God's bounds, often relying on objects or rituals, which is strictly forbidden by God."

• Notable Quotes and Timestamps:

  Allie Beth Stuckey [57:00]: "Using oil to declare over oneself or endow oneself with particular powers is not found in scripture and aligns more with sorcery."

  Allie Beth Stuckey [58:45]: "God takes our worship seriously. Unauthorized practices, like Nadab and Abihu’s in Leviticus 10, were met with severe consequences."

• Response to Criticisms:
  Allie addresses feedback, acknowledging that her video might have lacked depth and could have been perceived as mocking, but stands firm in her theological position.

  Allie Beth Stuckey [60:30]: "I apologize for not providing enough explanation, but I will not apologize for publicly rebutting a theological claim."

5. Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Allie wraps up the episode by reiterating the importance of aligning Christian practices with biblical teachings and the impact of political decisions on societal issues like wildfires.

Allie Beth Stuckey [65:00]: "Politics affects policy. Policy affects people. People matter. Let us remember this during the next election."

Notable Quotes with Timestamps:

• Pete Hedge Seth's Commentary:

  Allie Beth Stuckey [03:03]: "He is a repentant and redeemed man, husband, father, and I hope and pray that's true."

• LA Fire Department DEI Statement:

  Chief Kristen Crowley [35:24]: "Out of 3,300 city firefighters, only 115 are women right now. She's already looking at ways to change that."

• Theological Defense on Anointing Oils:

  Allie Beth Stuckey [59:15]: "Witchcraft seeks supernatural power outside of God's bounds... strictly forbidden by God."

Final Remarks:

Episode 1122 of "Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey" presents a multifaceted discussion intertwining political mismanagement, environmental crises, and theological debates. Allie emphasizes the consequences of prolonged policy decisions on California's wildfire situation and challenges modern Christian practices that diverge from biblical teachings. Her passionate critique of both political figures and contemporary religious movements underscores the podcast's commitment to a conservative Christian perspective.