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 McCoy and Jamie Golden of The Popcast along with Resident Bible Scholar Erin Moon.
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Favored or Forsaken Snake Draft: Hobby Lobby, Rachel Hollis, and Aliens
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Today, we’re taking a journey through Faith Adjacent’s history, going all the way back to when we were known as The Bible Binge, and snake-drafting past Favored or Forsak
Sep 3 1 h 12 min
The NOs of Men's Ministry
Grab your sword and get ready to partake in some BBQ because we’re talking about the NOs of Men’s Ministry. Join Evan, Jamie, and Knox as we discuss questionable theming,
Aug 27 40 min
Fellowship Hall: Christian Energy Drinks, Book Recommendations, and Engaging with Your Faith
Today, we’re offering you an honorary doctorate and allowing you to audit a class at The Faith Adjacent Seminary, our Patreon community! We’re sharing our recent Fellowsh
Aug 20 53 min
Favored or Forsaken: Ted Lasso, Interior Design, and Pastors as Politicians
In this month's Favored or Forsaken, Evan, Jamie, and Knox are asking the important questions: Should Jesus influence your interior design? Should more pastors run for po
Aug 13 1 h 00 min
Who the Hell Is Mother Teresa?
Mother Teresa is a modern saint, but her story is far more complicated than many realize. From sainthood to skepticism, Erin and Evan take a closer look at Mother Teresa'
Aug 6 49 min
Where Are They Now? CCM Edition Snake Draft
It's time to dust off your WOW compilation CDs because Erin, Evan, and Jamie are snake drafting the CCM artists! We’re picking some of our favorite contemporary Christian
Jul 30 59 min
Pop Culture Theology
In this episode, Erin and Evan explore the surprising ways pop culture can shape our faith for the better or worse. From Broadway musicals and Disney movies to Mumford &
Jul 23 44 min
Favored or Forsaken: Airplane Evangelism, Problematic VBS Skits, and Creative Side Hustles
This week on Favored or Forsaken, join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss sharing the gospel on an airplane, a VBS that went awry, and the latest book providing scriptur
Jul 16 38 min
Sacred Cinema: A Great Awakening
This week, Erin and Evan discuss A Great Awakening, the Sight & Sound Films drama about George Whitefield and the First Great Awakening. They unpack the film's theology,
Jul 9 50 min
Sacred Cinema: Toy Story
In honor of Toy Story 5, Erin and Evan are going back to where it all started to give the original Toy Story the Faith Adjacent treatment! You’ll hear favored and forsake
Jun 18 53 min
Favored or Forsaken: Wife School, The Pope on AI, and Cory Asbury
This week on Favored or Forsaken, join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss Wife School, the Pope’s thoughts on AI, and Cory Asbury’s recent typo controversy. We evaluate
Jun 11 55 min
The Faith Adjacency of Touched by an Angel
Erin and Evan are deep-diving the pilot episode of Touched by an Angel, the wildly earnest 90s drama where angels roam barefoot through the desert, deliver emotional mono
Jun 4 48 min
The NOs of Church in the Summer
This week, Erin and Evan are diving into the chaos, confusion, and unforgettable drama of church summers in The NOs of Church in the Summer. From wild youth group moments
May 28 36 min
Office Hours: Christianity Today, Russell Brand’s New Book, and Potluck Etiquette
In this week’s Office Hours episode, Erin, Jamie, and Knox tackle your questions about Christianity Today, Knox’s writing process for Sunday Night Lights, and whether cig
May 21 42 min
Favored or Forsaken: Baylor, Newsboys, and Nick Jonas
It’s time for our monthly Favored or Forsaken episode! Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss Baylor’s current clash with the Baptists, Nick Jonas’s latest musical ende
May 14 55 min
Who the Hell are the Gideons?
What’s the deal with the Bibles in all the hotel rooms? In this episode, Erin and Evan are deep-diving the Gideons! You’ll learn about the traveling salesman roots of the
May 7 40 min
The Global South Church with Father Joash P. Thomas
In this very special episode, Erin sits down with Fr. Joash P. Thomas, a public theologian and author of The Justice of Jesus. They explore the intersections of faith, ju
Apr 30 42 min
Instagram Heresy 2: Motherhood, Kristin Stewart, and The Hulk
It’s time for another installment of Instagram Heresy! Join Erin and Evan as they unpack listener-submitted memes, reels, and posts. Along the way, they develop a full th
Apr 23 35 min
Favored or Forsaken: Women Shaping the Church, The Manosphere, and Post-Easter Roundup
It’s time for our monthly Favored or Forsaken! Join Erin, Evan, and Evan as we discuss awesome women who are shaping the church, what’s going on with the Manosphere, and
Apr 16 49 min
Passed Over Snake Draft
In honor of Passover, we’re holding a Passed Over Snake Draft. Join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss biblical concepts or faith themes that have been ignored or overlo
Apr 9 58 min
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I’m not part of the Dark Side (Apple Music) BUT I had to pop over here to give an excellent review of this show. Through witty yet thoughtful conversations, these delightful people come together to get mad about things I too get mad about, laugh over things I also laugh about, and engage in meaningful dialogue I always wish to be a lister of. I can’t recommend these gems enough!
Elley A · May 2025
If you want to engage with conversations about Christian faith, but in a way that combines reality, humor, nostalgia, theological accuracy, deep questions, bizarre statements, lighthearted competition, pop culture references, great recommendations, sarcasm, and 3 genuinely lovely humans- this is it. This is the podcast. Highly recommend.
MHP890714 · Apr 2025
So thankful to have this podcast! It’s been so helpful to my faith to hear people talk about their faith journeys through the lens of popular culture!
msmullins17 · Apr 2025
After pausing my Patreon membership, I returned to Faith Adjacent - I missed the bonus content too much! The hosts are excellent with great chemistry and the topics are thought provoking and culturally relevant. Highly recommend!
bexthelistener · Apr 2025
After listening to this podcast for years and being a fan, I’m now left exhausted. The self-righteous ranting, cherry-picking of verses and using them out of context, mocking of biblical narratives and figures, and casual views of sin leave me feeling icky after listening to an episode. I think if a listener has very little knowledge of the Bible or respect for Jesus and his ministry, then sure, this podcast is hilarious. However, to peddle yourself as a Christian podcast and proceed to ridicule a large portion of people you intentionally draw in is, frankly, the opposite of what you are called to do when claiming Christ over your life. If you’re looking for a podcast with sound theology and respect for the Bible that leaves you wanting to know God more, unfortunately this isn’t the one.
HeyKat14 · May 2025
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