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July 16, 2025 77 mins

Matthew Boedy discusses the Seven Mountains Mandate, a concept within certain evangelical circles that seeks to reclaim seven areas of cultural influence in America: government, religion, education, family, media, entertainment, and business. He explores the historical context of this movement, its key figures, and the implications for democracy and national identity. The discussion also delves into how biblical texts are interpreted to support this mandate and the coalitional politics that have emerged around it, particularly in relation to authoritarianism and Christian nationalism. Make sure to check out Matthew’s book The Seven Mountains Mandate: Exposing the Dangerous Plan to Christianize America and Destroy Democracy. Other resources mentioned or recommended in this episode include, The Enigma of Clarence Thomas, How to End Christian Nationalism, Bad Faith (documentary), Paradise (television series), and Abbot Elementary.

 

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