Telling the Truth—Even When It Costs You | Mik Olson on Integrity, Faith & the Woke Right

What happens when telling the truth costs you your platform, your reputation, and your place in the tribe?

In this powerful episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with journalist Mik Olson, who’s faced backlash for doing exactly that — telling the truth, even when it offends his own side.

A contributor to The Federalist, The Christian Post, and Not the Bee, Mik has written about Christian nationalism, the moral collapse of conservative media, and the rise of influencer-driven politics. This conversation is about courage, faith, and the danger of compromising truth for the sake of power.

Together, Josh and Mik discuss:

• The “woke right” and its silent spread through conservative circles
• Why alternative media is losing credibility
• Christian nationalism vs authentic spiritual conviction
• The illusion of online influence — and who’s funding it
• The high cost of integrity in a performative world

If you're tired of echo chambers, loyalty tests, and leaders who won’t speak up — this one’s for you.

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