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: The Singing Bible, Problematic Prayer Leaders, and 4D Youth Group Movies
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This week on Favored or Forsaken, join Erin, Evan, and Jamie as we discuss the latest Biblical AI innovation, whether or not convicted criminals should be given a faith p
Sep 24 42 min
Sacred Cinema: Saved!
Get ready to do questionable things for God because we’re giving Saved! The Sacred Cinema treatment! Join Erin and Evan as they unpack this 2004 satirical film, uncoverin
Sep 17 44 min
Ask-A-Bible Scholar: Denominations
Erin and Evan are answering your questions about all things denominations! In this Ask-A-Bible Scholar episode, they unpack listener questions about topics such as the hi
Sep 10 36 min
Favored or Forsaken Snake Draft: Hobby Lobby, Rachel Hollis, and Aliens
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
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I can best describe this show as feeling like you’re getting all the tea on an unspoken prayer request. When a new episode drops, I know that I’ll laugh, be encouraged and most likely challenged; and be left feeling like I just hung out with good friends. Bonus: I listened to FA so much during my pregnancy, the sounds of the opening theme can be used to immediately soothe my cranky infant.
hollyshmith · Apr 2026
I love this podcast and have listened for years. The ads are out of control. I understand the need for sponsorship, but if they’re going to be as long as they are, then please consider stacking them at the beginning, middle, or end, rather than interjecting ads at random times.
FollowingFromWI · Apr 2026
Faith Adjacent feels like a coffee date with good friends who are smart, funny, and kind. I wish everyone would listen to “Leaving Christian Nationalism with Reverend Rob Schenck.” Excellent.
Tnestel · Mar 2026
My husband and I have been wanting to put less 💰in the pockets of billionaires, but I wasn’t sure I could give up my Prime. What finally did it was letting ourselves take that money and direct it toward something we’ve been wanting to support. My pick was this podcast. I’m newish to Faith Adjacent, but I’m so appreciative of the perspective they take toward faith. I’m grateful that they visit the sites and subscribe to the things so I don’t have to. And even though I’ve had to do some googling I never would have otherwise (ie what a Forest Frank is), I consider it part of my seminary education 😉. This podcast is a true joy!
NoCoPem · Feb 2026
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
The last thing we need is believers tearing people down. There is already so much of that in our culture. I guess this is supposed to be funny, but I don’t see it that way. You can create humor without belittling people.
Wenwillow · Apr 2026
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