Bad Theology: Busted

Episode 10 - Christian Zionism within the US Media Landscape

This month we're diving into one of the most pervasive and dangerous distortions in American religious and political discourse: the problem of Zionism in US media an

Episode 9 - Christian Zionism in Asian and Asian American Contexts

This month we sat down with Rev. Gerlyn Henry, Dr. Christine Pae, and Jessica Sun to talk about the manifestations of Christian Zionism within Asian and Asian American co

Episode 8 - Indigenous Responses to Christian Zionism

Today, on the 78th Nakba Day (May 15, 2026), we welcome Mark Charles, Shadia Qubti, and Rev. Dr. Robert O. Smith to the podcast, each representing different Indigenous pe

Episode 7 - Christian Zionism in Latine Contexts

In this episode, we are excited to connect with Rev. Dr. Cláudio Carvalhaes, Rev. Dr. Crystal Silva-McCormick, and Dr. Nicolás Panotto, for what promises to be a fascinat

Episode 6 - Christian Zionism in the US Black Church

Today we’re excited to connect with Josiah R. Daniels, Rev. Keyanna Jones Moore, and Rev. Dr. Reggie Williams. During our conversation this month, we will dive deeper int

Episode 5 - Christian Zionism in South Africa

This month we’ve connected with our movement partners in South Africa. Joining us across a vast span of time zones, we’re excited to bring Dr. Thandi Gamedze and Dr. Ntan

Episode 4 - Christian Zionism in US Theological Education

This month, we’re joined by Dr. Malinda Berry, Rev. Dr. Shannon Smythe, Rev. Dr. J. Ross Wagner, and Rev. Emilee Walker-Cornetta to talk about what Rev. Prof. Mitri Raheb

Episode 3 - The History of Christian Zionism with Rev. Dr. Stephen Sizer

This month we're continuing the conversation about Christian Zionism with Rev. Dr Stephen Sizer, the first Director of ISCZ. We’ll uncover more about the history of

Episode 2 - Working Definitions of Christian Zionism with Rev. Dr. Don Wagner

This month we’re joined by Rev. Dr. Donald Wagner, one of the central figures at the inception of the ISCZ. We’ll uncover the history of Christian Zionism and learn about

Episode 1 - How We Got Here with Mimi Kirk

This month we’re going behind the scenes to get to know members of the Institute’s leadership team. Co-hosts Dee Roberts and Jesse Wheeler are joined by ISCZ Director, Mi