A weekly pop culture podcast seeking to educate on things that entertain, but do not matter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 ...
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Enneagram Roast, Sober Spirituality, and The Controversial Faith Adjacent Olympics
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It is technically an off week here on our main feed, so we decided to give you a sampling of all the goodness available over the past few months at The Faith Adjacent Seminary on Patreon. You’ll hear clips from our recent episode about Sober Spirituality with Erin Jean Warde, get roasted from Liz Orr, hear about Evan’s unorthodox pick for The Faith…
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In this episode, we invite our listeners to share their Nos of Getting Fired. From tales of incompetence to stories of stress-induced incontinence, these epic firings will have you laughing and cringing simultaneously. Plus, Knox and Jamie share their personal stories about firing and being fired. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandj…
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VeggieTales, The Origin of Evil, and Foreskins in the Bible
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In this latest Office Hours episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin are answering your questions! You’ll hear conversations about Latin Mass, how to be the best middle school small group leader, and what to do when your small group food is less than ideal. Are VeggieTales favored or forsaken, and does Jesus have a heartbeat? You’ll have to listen to find ou…
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569: Most Overrated Fictional Teachers Snake Draft
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In this episode, we snake-draft the most overrated fictional teachers in pop culture. Erin joins #Knox_loves_teachers and Jamie-I-Also-Went-To-School Golden to plead their case for why their pick is actually the worst teacher of all. Plus, we reminisce about our own best and worst teachers growing up. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knox…
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Problematic Football Coaches, The Politicization of Having Kids, and the Current State of Christian Cinema
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In this latest episode, Erin, Evan, and Jamie are covering various topics and deciding whether they’re favored or forsaken! You’ll hear conversations about high school football and whether or not parents are better Christians than single people, and we’ll round things out with a hearty SMK of upcoming faith-based films. You’ll also hear what is fav…
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568: New Disney Projects, the SNL Movie, and our Business Pivot
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In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture including their likes and dislikes from the D23 announcements, the SNL movie, final thoughts on the Olympics, and Jamie explains the It Ends with Us Drama. Plus we make an exciting business announcement! Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/568 It’s our Birthday! Follow us! W…
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Faith and Politics with Kaitlyn Schiess
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Erin and Evan are joined by Kaitlyn Schiess to talk about the intersection of faith and politics! You’ll hear conversations about taking Bible verses out of context, how to engage in conversation with people you’re bewildered by, what role pastors can serve during election seasons, and so much more! Do Christians even need to care about politics, a…
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567: What to Watch, Read and Listen to in August
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In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills of August. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should commit to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) as we kinda kiss summer goodbye. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/567 Join us for our All-Skate BirthdayUA! SMOOCH // Movie: Dìdi …
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Creeds Throughout Church History, Face Punching Heretics, and Are There Modern Creeds?
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In this latest Stuff We Didn’t Get in Sunday School episode, Erin, Jamie, and Evan are talking about Creeds! We’ll look at creeds like the Nicene Creed and Apostles’ Creed to understand their purpose and how they impact us today. Are creeds the best friend necklaces of church history, and what is Erin’s beef with Wayne Grudem? You’ll have to listen…
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In this episode, we discuss frenemies of pop culture and examine the thin line between friend and foe. From the passey aggressy, to the quietly competitive, we take a closer look at friends who are plotting each other’s downfalls and enemies being forced to save the day together. Plus Knox educates us on wolves and whales. Relevant links: Our full …
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In this latest episode, we’re going faster, higher, and stronger as we discuss the Olympics! Join Erin and Evan as we deep-dive the origins of this ancient Greek religious festival, explore how Christianity influenced the modern games, and discuss the sports metaphors throughout the New Testament. What is “muscular Christianity,” and what was the u…
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In this episode, we hand out medals to the pop culture champions of the year. Join us on the podium to give gold to patient royals, tight ends, and rat boyfriends. Plus we confirm if Knoxtradamous struck again when the internet went down. RELEVANT LINKS: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/565 Note For the Audio: subscribe at knoxandjamie.c…
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The Promised Land, The Robert Morris Controversy, and Recent Conversations about Faith and Pornography
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In this latest Favored or Forsaken, Erin, Jamie, and Evan are talking about a recent conversation about pornography, the Robert Morris controversy at Gateway Church, and The Promised Land! You’ll also hear some of the things that are favored for us right now! What is the best way to handle heated Instagram posts, and what are our dream Bible-based …
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The Bear Season 3 Reactions and Is Katy Perry Doing Ok?
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In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture including Katy Perry’s new music, celeb sightings at sporting events, and our reaction to season 3 of The Bear. Plus we work out how to properly pronounce “Wimbledon”. RELEVANT LINKS: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/564 Get it: 21 Best Books knoxandjamie.com/21bestbooks & free trial of …
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Unorthodox Evangelism Tactics, Awkward Prayers, and Mission Trip Shenanigans
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In this latest episode, Erin, Jamie, and Evan are talking about the NOs of Mission Trips! You’ll hear listener stories about praying over digletts, how Nickelback can impact our evangelism tactics, and (you knew this already) experiences with explosive diarrhea. Should you ever ditch someone on a mission trip, and is group nudity ever appropriate? …
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563: Natural Disasters in Pop Culture
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In this episode, we invite you to shelter in place with us as we discuss Natural Disasters in Pop Culture. In honor of Glen Powell summer and the upcoming release of Twisters, we discuss which character tropes we’d like to share rations with and we debate which natural disasters we could and could not survive. RELEVENT LINKS: Our full show notes ar…
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America’s Pastor, The Billy Graham Rules, and When Christianity Gets Political
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In this very special star-spangled episode, Erin and Evan are deep-diving America’s Pastor Billy Graham! You’ll hear a full biography on America’s Pastor, learn about Billy Graham’s presidential connections, and discover the whole deal with the “Billy Graham Rule.” What connection does Billy Graham have to Watergate, and what did he have to do with…
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562: Actors Who Were Or Should Be Replaced
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In this episode, we discuss replacements in pop culture. Join us as we share our favorite iconic replacements that have held a special place in our hearts and recommend replacements we can only dream of making on behalf of pop culture lovers. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/562 Substacks: Jamie | Erin | Knox Mentions: Ja…
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Sacred Cinema: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
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Hop aboard the Hogwarts Express, sip on some butter beer, and enjoy this magical deep-dive of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. In this episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin kick off a journey through all eight Harry Potter films by unpacking the sacred and secular themes of the movie that started it all. You’ll hear about Jamie’s QTNAs as she watche…
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Precious Moments, Eras VBS, and Recent Happenings at the SBC
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In this latest Favored or Forsaken episode, Erin, Jamie, and Evan are chatting about Precious Moments, a Taylor Swift-themed VBS, and the recent Southern Baptist Convention Annual Conference. You’ll also hear some new book recommendations in our Favored of the Month picks! Come for the conversation around the SBC and IVF; stay for Evan singing a VB…
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561: Bridgerton Reactions and What We're Watching
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In this sneak peek of Monday's episode on Patreon, Jamie and Erin unpack their thoughts and feelings about Bridgerton Season 3 Part 2. Then Knox and Jamie talk about what they are watching and reading right now. Plus, would a pet rat be a deal breaker? And why can't Joey the Bachelor afford an apartment? Become a Best Friend of the Show and get inc…
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Biblical Bridgerton, Angel Numbers, and Struggling to Study Scripture
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In this latest Office Hours episode, Knox, Jamie, and Erin are answering your questions! You’ll hear questions about homosexuality in the Bible, why the geographic area of the Bible is so limited, and what the Bible actually has to say about a personal relationship with Jesus. Which Bible characters would the cast of Bridgerton play, and did Adam a…
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560: Bennifer Divorce, Best Game Show Hosts, More Hunger Games, and the Karen Read Trial
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In this episode of The More You Know, we discuss the best game show hosts, the impending Bennifer Divorce, more Hunger Games news, and the Karen Read trial. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/560 Join us either in person or online (Use code FOMO40 for 40% off show) The Bachelorette Contestants HOW DO WE FEEL / / Pat Sajak R…
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Bible Drill: Petty Church Opinions, Kids in Church, and Weaponizing Scripture
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Get your Swords of Truth ready because Erin, Jamie, and Evan are hosting Faith Adjacent’s first Bible Drill. We collected petty church opinions on Instagram, and Erin and Jamie will be using Bible verses to either defend or rebuke these views while Evan scores them on a widely subjective scale. You’ll hear controversial views about the parking mini…
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559: What to Watch, Read, and Do in June
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In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills of June. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should make a commitment to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) this summer. Join us as we build our summer bucket lists, including movies you’ll want to add to your watchlist, books you’ll want to take with you …
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Christian College Confessions, Educational Mishaps, and Krispy Kreme Chaos
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On today’s episode, Erin and Evan unpack listener NOs of Christian education, covering everything from Christian preschool experiences to higher education and everything in between! You’ll hear about modesty scarves, dorm room shenanigans, and what not to do during a college chapel prayer gathering. Listen along and either feel thankful for your ow…
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In this episode, we revisit our Grey’s Anatomy Pilot Program Deep Dive. Join us in the on-call room as we discuss the very first episode of this behemoth and beloved series, including who was almost cast and whose careers needed Seattle Grace. RELEVANT LINKS: See the full show notes at knoxandjamie.com/558 Into this? We do Pilot Program on Patreon …
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God and Science, Mixed Faith Marriages, and What’s the Point of All This?
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Today, we’re doing a grab-bag episode! Join Erin and Meredith in this latest I Kid You Not episode as they answer listener questions about God and science, how to engage in conversations with your kids if you’re in a mixed-faith marriage, and ultimately, what’s the point of Christianity. How can you get to the shortest answer possible, and is famil…
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In this episode, we go there: we invite our listeners to share their Nos of Mother-in-Laws. From the pure and wholesome to the passy agressy and boundary pushers, we discover why some MILs are an I don’t despite your I do’s. RELEVANT LINKS: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/557 No FOMO: Last live shows until 2026! Grab Dallas, Chicago, or…
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Unsung Hero, Mommy Juice, and Controversial Tweets About Singleness
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In this latest Favored or Forsaken episode, Erin, Jamie, and Evan are discussing hidden alcoholism in the Church, controversy over where single people should sit during a church service, and the movie Unsung Hero. You’ll also hear our recent favored recommendations! Should you brave the theaters to see the latest Christian flick, and is it ever app…
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556: Best Birthday Party Ideas, Brain Worms, and the Adventures of Gollum
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In this episode of The More You Know, we walk you through this week’s pop culture headlines including Baby Bieber, all the Lords of all the Rings, The Office 2.0. Plus we rank best childhood birthday venues. RELEVANT LINKS: Get the full show notes at knoxandjamie.com/556 (
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Elisha and the Bears, Contextual Deep-Dives, and What’s the Deal with Hell?
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In this latest Ask A Bible Scholar episode, Bible Scholars Erin and Evan explore listener questions about when/how to consider Biblical context, why Elisha made bears attack some kids, and so much more! You’ll hear a full breakdown of how to approach tough scripture, plenty of resources for thinking about Hell, and rapid-fire episode recommendation…
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In this episode, we are joined by Erin Moon to debate what’s mid in pop culture. From beloved tv series to actors that could step it up, we put mediocrity on blast. RELEVANT LINKS: Our full show notes are a knoxandjamie.com/555 Mom quiz and mothers day gift ideas: knoxandjamie.com/yomama The Comfortable Problem of Mid TV by James Poniewozik via NYT…
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