Podcast
Short of the Glory
Hosted by Ellen & Madie · EN
Welcome to Short of the Glory! We're just two cousins talkin' trash about televangelism and the like. Join us on our journey to better understand evangelicalism in America: the big names, the big institutions, and the deep pockets.
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31: Kid Preachers & Unholy Parents
May 15, 202400:54:09Tap to summarizeIn our season three finale, we discuss two child preachers; Marjoe, a 1950s tent Evangelist and Duffey, a 1980s street preacher. We check in to see if the kids are indeed alright. Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
Transcribe →30: Kevin Zadai & Warrior Notes School of Ministry
May 1, 202400:55:35Tap to summarizeWe are back in the classroom again, discussing a school…? Let us introduce you to Dr. Kevin Zadai, former airline employee who died, met Jesus, then came back knowing how to play the saxophone. Join us as we discuss Kevin, his school, and our own hopes & dreams. Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
Transcribe →29: Chi Alpha - Fraternity Flop
Apr 17, 202400:51:28Tap to summarizeToday we tackle Greek life! Not really but we are covering another Christian college organization; Chi Alpha. What may seem like an innocuous and maybe an even boring Christian club, has also been accused of cult-like behavior. Most recently, it serves as a backdrop for an SA scandal in Texas. Join us today as we cover the Chi Alpha Christian organization!Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
Transcribe →28: Benny Hinn - The Miracle Man
Apr 3, 202401:07:16Tap to summarizeOn this week’s episode we discuss a legendary man known for, not only his miracle healings, but also great hair. Today we are discussing televangelist Benny Hinn, a modern day miracle man who claims to have healed thousands. We break down his life and the controversial healings performed during his Miracle Crusades, and whether Benny has gotten Botox. Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
Transcribe →27: Terri Savelle Foy - Cheerleader of Grifts
Mar 20, 202400:51:50Tap to summarizeHappy Women’s History Month! In celebration, we bring you our first woman of season 3. Today we are discussing Terri Savelle Foy, the daughter of televangelist Jerry Savelle. Though not a televangelist herself, Terri takes to social media to be the cheerleader of dreams, for a price. We are talking about vision boards, career coaching, and books that could have been PDFs. Join us!Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
Transcribe →26: CRU - In My Crusade Era
Mar 6, 202400:59:22Tap to summarizeRemember college and all the great, new people you got to meet? Today we discuss CRU, or Campus Crusade for Christ, the college organization turned multi-branch religious organization. Today we talk the vibey service they provide, their not so great founder and accusations of “being woke.”Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
Transcribe →25: The Daniel Fast
Feb 21, 202400:53:50Tap to summarizeToday we take a break from our regular programming to talk about the silly phenomenon of Christian diets. Take a journey with us as we explore the Daniel Fast, or Daniel Plan as it is also called. We discuss some of our beef with diet culture, specifically as it pertains to Evangelical Christianity and their honoring of small bodies. Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
Transcribe →24: Sean Feucht - Superspreader
Feb 7, 202400:56:33Tap to summarizeOn today’s episode, Ellen and Madie take a brief trip in time, back to 2020, to talk about musician turned congressional candidate turned Christian nationalist. Isn’t that how it goes? We are talking about Sean Feucht who hosted several large scale gatherings during a pandemic. Join us as we discuss this minor character and major world event. Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
Transcribe →23: James Dobson - Mortal Enemy
Jan 24, 202400:58:55Tap to summarizeLayman? More like Lame-man. Today we are back to regularly scheduled programming and we are covering James Dobson. You may not have heard of this person but his influence has no doubt impacted the world you live in. Join us as we slowly lose our mind. Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
Transcribe →22: John Hagee & Christian Zionism
Jan 11, 202400:58:25Tap to summarizeWe're back! To kick off season 3, we are spending some time discussing the topic of Christian Zionism. We will talk about its influence in Israel and one of its biggest proponents, John Hagee. We hope that this discussion will contribute to a richer understanding of how influential Evangelical Christianity is, even outside the United States. Follow us on Instagram: @sotgpod
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