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Entertaining Angels

44 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 5 ratings

Entertaining Angels is a podcast about Evangelicalism through the lens of Christian media. Presented by two former Evangelical Christians, the show delves into the music, movies, and literature of the Evangelical movement in the United States and around the world. Follow the show on Twitter @angels_pod (primarily run by Simon) for previews and updates. Follow Thomas on Twitter @angelspodthomas for additional show-related content. If you think what we do is worth a few bucks a month, and are interested in early access and bonus content, check out our Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/entertainingangels

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Episodes

**Unlocked** Episode 27 - The Dumb Broad's Guide to Respecting Your Husband

May 09, 2021 12:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

Plague has struck down part of the Angels team (not the big plague, just a normal plague), so no new recording this week. Instead we're unlocking our most recent Patron episode where we talk about some steel-fisted Popery, a little culture war, deferential wifely obedience, and lumberjacking.  https://religionnews.com/2021/04/30/pope-francis-decrees-cardinals-and-bishops-can-be-tried-by-lay-judges/ https://www.crosswalk.com/family/marriage/what-does-it-really-mean-to-respect-your-husband.h...

Episode 26 - Are You A Grower Or A Sower? [Joel Osteen - 2]

April 25, 2021 12:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

In this episode, we complete the saga of Joel Osteen's books Your Best Life Now.  But first, we have a rant about wokeism courtesy of The Christian Post.  https://www.christianpost.com/news/wokeism-is-far-more-dangerous-than-secularism.html

**Unlocked!** Marxist Hitler and the Battle of Newyorktown [Four Horsemen of the Endgame]

April 19, 2021 17:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MB

For this week we've unlocked a patrons-only episode for everyone since we were unable to record a new show. Here, we discuss the... documentary (?)... Four Horsemen of the Endgame. It's a real trip. 

Episode 25 - **Unlocked!** Marxist Hitler and the Battle of Newyorktown [Four Horsemen of the Endgame]

April 19, 2021 17:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MB

For this week we've unlocked a patrons-only episode for everyone since we were unable to record a new show. Here, we discuss the... documentary (?)... Four Horsemen of the Endgame. It's a real trip. 

Episode 24 - I Will Become Queen of the Mongrels [Joel Osteen - 1]

April 12, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MB

In this episode, we discuss prosperity gospel and one of its shiniest, greasiest lights - Joel Osteen. 

Episode 23 - Reba McIntyre and the Shawshank Redemption [Dave Ramsey - 2]

March 28, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB

In this episode we talk about God in the NCAA tournament, how cancel culture should really be the called cancer culture (get it?), and complete our discussion of the book Financial Peace.  https://www.christianpost.com/voices/a-lenten-meditation-on-cancel-culture.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter 

Episode 22 - Women Be Wanting [Dave Ramsey - 1]

March 19, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

This week we talk about evangelical Christian finance guru Dave Ramsey. It's not fun for anyone. We also discuss Beth Moore taking her ball from the Southern Baptist Convention and going home, as well as the Pope's shocking revelation that the Catholic Church actually isn't too cool with same-sex unions. https://archive.is/9oIiJ- The Gospel According to Dave https://archive.is/oIwbr - Former Ramsey Solutions employee alleges firing over pregnancy

Episode 21 - Stryper No Stryping!

March 12, 2021 21:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

In this episode we discuss Pope's visit to Iraq, an opinion piece from the love child of Ben Shapiro & Jeff Gordon, and eventually get to our main topic of the Christian metal band Stryper. Robin Schumacher -  https://www.christianpost.com/news/do-i-offend-you.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter Check out the Patreon if you're so inclined! https://www.patreon.com/entertainingangels Recommended reading : Sound of the Beast - Ian Christe Enjoy our new intro music!

Episode 20 - Alliance With The Kingdom of Darkness [David Barton]

March 04, 2021 20:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

In this episode, we discuss Evangelical pseudo-historian, political activist, and author David Barton. - We also discuss an interesting chain e-mail that really makes you think about how we live in a society.  https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/king-of-the-christocrats/ https://religion.blogs.cnn.com/2012/08/10/bartons-jefferson-lies-book-yanked/ https://wallbuilders.com/ - The Wallbuilders website Current events:  https://www.christianpost.com/news/john-macarthur-i-wouldnt-fight-f...

A Very Special Bonus Episode / Patreon Announcement

February 28, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

In this short but powerful episode we rant about Christian takes on Mr. Potato Head and trans rights. We also announce our Patreon! - Wouldst thou like to live deliciously, and get bonus content each month? Check it out! - https://www.patreon.com/entertainingangels https://www.christianpost.com/news/hasbro-creates-modern-family-potato-head-with-2-moms-2-dads.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter https://www.christianpost.com/news/1-in-6-gen-z-adults-identify-as-lgbt-number-expecte...

Episode 19 - The Assassination of Blackface Mario by the Coward Miles Peterson [Bibleman]

February 23, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

In this episode, we discuss the direct-to-video evangelical media franchise Bibleman. If you're feeling nostalgic for Sunday School, we've got the show for you. Additional discussion topics include Rush Limbaugh, NASCAR, and more Ken Ham. The Official Bibleman Website - https://bibleman.com/about/ Episode 1 - Big Big Book - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kNCIYVO2N4 Episode 3 - Silencing the Gossip Queen - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OM-ndfbad70&t=1169s **Note from Thomas** Durin...

Episode 18 - The Ballad of Ricky Warren [The Purpose Driven Life - 2]

February 16, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB

In this episode, we culminate our discussion of the Purpose-Driven Life. We reveal that Rick Warren is a secret Muslim,  we learn how to free ourselves from addiction, and we learn not to rumble with Satan in the marketplace of ideas. For more information on Ravi Zacharias abuse investigation: https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2021/february/ravi-zacharias-rzim-investigation-sexual-abuse-sexting-rape.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHtcPu7PLPU https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.c...

Episode 17 - How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Rick [The Purpose Driven Life - 1]

February 10, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MB

This week the guys discuss Rick Warren's massively popular The Purpose Driven Life. Other sub-topics of discussion include Mike Lindell's movie Absolute Proof, defensive pass interference, sex toys, and humility. 

Episode 16 - One, Two, Three, Four! Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse! [Left Behind - 2]

February 01, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

In this episode, we discuss the second installment in the Left Behind series: Tribulation Force. We cover the straight-to-DVD Kirk Cameron movie version and the 1996 book that it was based on, delving into the series' numerous problematic and hilariously stupid elements.  Note: Simon is recording from a large, empty room with little furniture and a hardwood floor. Hence, the Voice of God effect.  No Rapture For Rome (Carl E. Olson) - https://web.archive.org/web/20070706152802/http://www.ca...

Episode 16 - One, Two, Three, Four! Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse!

February 01, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

In this episode, we discuss the second installment in the Left Behind series: Tribulation Force. We cover the straight-to-DVD Kirk Cameron movie version and the 1996 book that it was based on, delving into the series' numerous problematic and hilariously stupid elements.  Note: Simon is recording from a large, empty room with little furniture and a hardwood floor. Hence, the Voice of God effect.  No Rapture For Rome (Carl E. Olson) - https://web.archive.org/web/20070706152802/http://www.ca...

Episode 15 - (Surprise Bonus Episode) The Protocols of the Elders of Entertaining Angels

January 29, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

This is a bonus episode created to use up our remaining time on Buzzsprout this month, so we don't waste any of our precious, precious dollars.  We start by reviewing the podcast up to this point, and then we go further off the rails from there, ending with a discussion of the irredeemable nature of capitalism.  Additionally, we read the Fox News comment section for far too long. 

Episode 14 - Shofar, Sho-good [The Trump Prophecy]

January 26, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

In this episode we discuss a movie that will make you wish that you were in hell - The Trump Prophecy (2018) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8235296/ This leads us into a larger discussion of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), dominionism, and Christian nationalism in the USA. It is not a bucket of laughs. 

Episode 14 - Shofar, Sho-good

January 26, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

In this episode we discuss a movie that will make you wish that you were in hell - The Trump Prophecy (2018) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8235296/ This leads us into a larger discussion of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), dominionism, and Christian nationalism in the USA. It is not a bucket of laughs. 

Shofar, Sho-good

January 26, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

In this episode we discuss a movie that will make you wish that you were in hell - The Trump Prophecy (2018) - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8235296/ This leads us into a larger discussion of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), dominionism, and Christian nationalism in the USA. It is not a bucket of laughs. 

Episode 13 - How'd You Do It, Truett? [Chik-fil-A]

January 18, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

In this episode, the guys discuss Chik-fil-A in all its deliciousness and bigotry.  A dubious award is given for innovative use of a pressure cooker. 

Episode 13 - How'd You Do It, Truett?

January 18, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

In this episode, the guys discuss Chick-Fil-A in all its deliciousness and bigotry.  Also, a terrible award is given for innovative use of a pressure cooker. 

Episode 12 - Kentucky Is the Garden of Eden [The Creation Museum/Ark Encounter]

January 12, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

The guys discuss Ken Ham (and Ken Bone), Young-Earth Creationism, the Creation Museum, and a rather large boat you might know in the middle of the Bluegrass State. **The Capitol protestor definitely, most assuredly did in fact tase his balls until he died.** https://creationmuseum.org/about/

Episode 12 - Kentucky Is the Garden of Eden

January 12, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

The guys discuss Ken Ham (and Ken Bone), Young-Earth Creationism, the Creation Museum, and a rather large boat you might know in the middle of the Bluegrass State. **The Capitol protestor definitely, most assuredly did in fact tase his balls until he died.** https://creationmuseum.org/about/

Episode 11 - Lost Keys & Lyme Disease

January 02, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MB

Today, Simon and Thomas relive their glory days of being part of church worship bands. Also: Justin Bieber wants to make you a believer. Thomas talks about being baptized. The guys discover they've been playing two very different WWII PC games. Some of the top hits from Hillsong https://www.eden.co.uk/blog/top-10-hillsong-worship-songs-p132553 "Justin Bieber is Angling to be the Next Mustachioed Pastor of Hillsong" https://jezebel.com/justin-bieber-is-angling-to-be-the-next-mustachioed-...

Episode 10 - One Thing I'll Say For Him... Jesus Is Cool.

December 20, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

The guys discuss the rock opera/film/live TV production of Jesus Christ Superstar. If you're looking for positivity from this podcast, this is the episode for you since we're both total nerds for JCS. 

Episode 10 - One Thing I'll Say For Him... Jesus Is Cool. [Jesus Christ Superstar]

December 20, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

The guys discuss the rock opera/film/live TV production of Jesus Christ Superstar. If you're looking for positivity from this podcast, this is the episode for you since we're both total nerds for JCS. 

Episode 9 - What Do You Got In Mind, Big Papa? (Christmas Episode!)

December 20, 2020 00:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

The guys watch the film Kirk Camerons's Saving Christmas, and it's just as bad as you think it is. Link to Maggie Mae Fish's Youtube video about this film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XilvAwjjVCs

Episode 9 - What Do You Got In Mind, Big Papa? [Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas]

December 20, 2020 00:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MB

The guys watch the film Kirk Camerons's Saving Christmas, and it's just as bad as you think it is. Link to Maggie Mae Fish's Youtube video about this film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XilvAwjjVCs

Episode 8 - Kickin' It Jesus-Style

December 13, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MB

In this episode, we discuss the massively successful and influential Christian band DC Talk. 

Episode 8 - Kickin' It Jesus-Style [DC Talk]

December 13, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MB

In this episode, we head into the dark forest of Christian contemporary music to discuss one of the biggest acts ever in the genre: DC Talk. 

Episode 7 - God Is Gay, And We Have F***ed Him [Who Moved the Goalpost? - 2]

December 06, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MB

In the final episode of our first three-part series, we discuss the second half of Bob Gresh's book Who Moved the Goalpost? 

Episode 7 - God Is Gay, And We Have F***ed Him

December 06, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MB

In the final episode of our first three-part series, we discuss the second half of Bob Gresh's book Who Moved the Goalpost? 

Episode 6 - Welcome To The Smack-Down Hotel

November 29, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

In this episode, we continue the purity themes from our previous show and discuss the book Who Moved The Goalpost?  by Bob Gresh (available on Amazon). https://www.amazon.com/Who-Moved-Goalpost-Strategies-Integrity/dp/0802483313/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Who+Moved+the+Goal+post&qid=1606619825&sr=8-1 Are you ready to get sexy? We are. 

Episode 6 - Welcome To The Smack-Down Hotel [Who Moved the Goalpost? - 1]

November 29, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

In this episode, we continue the purity themes from our previous show and discuss the book Who Moved The Goalpost?  by Bob Gresh (available on Amazon). https://www.amazon.com/Who-Moved-Goalpost-Strategies-Integrity/dp/0802483313/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Who+Moved+the+Goal+post&qid=1606619825&sr=8-1 Are you ready to get sexy? We are. 

Episode 5, Part One - Pastor Steve! No!

November 21, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

In this episode, the guys begin a discussion of purity culture in evangelical Christianity. Other topics of conversation include the free speech social media community Parler and the Pope's recent transgression of liking a butt on Instagram. 

Episode 5 - Pastor Steve! No!

November 21, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

In this episode, the guys begin a discussion of purity culture in evangelical Christianity. Other topics of conversation include the free speech social media community Parler and the Pope's recent transgression of liking a butt on Instagram. 

Episode 4 - My Name Is Buck, And I'm Here To... Report

November 15, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MB

In this episode, we focus our energy on the blockbuster Christian franchise Left Behind. Here, we focus just on the first movie/book, but that's not to say we won't cover others in the future. **We have finally fixed the dastardly echo! Enjoy our superior recording quality going forward.**

Episode 4 - My Name Is Buck, And I'm Here To... Report [Left Behind - 1]

November 15, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MB

In this episode, we focus our energy on the blockbuster Christian franchise Left Behind. Here, we focus just on the first movie/book, but that's not to say we won't cover others in the future. **We have finally fixed the dastardly echo! Enjoy our superior recording quality going forward.**

Bored With Zealousy 1

November 10, 2020 20:00 - 9 minutes - 6.77 MB

Simon takes the wheel to discuss the topic that is at the forefront of everyone's mind, the election of Joe Biden. Hint, the Evangelicals aren't taking it well. 

Episode 3 - Are You There God? It's Me, Kevin.

November 08, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MB

In this episode, Thomas gets a Pureflix subscription and the guys talk about the 2014 Christian blockbuster "God's Not Dead"  ***We are still improving our audio situation. We have fixed part of the echo problem, but this will be completely taken care of by Episode 4

Episode 3 - Are You There God? It's Me, Kevin. [God's Not Dead]

November 08, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MB

In this episode, Thomas gets a Pureflix subscription and the guys talk about the 2014 Christian blockbuster "God's Not Dead"  ***We are still improving our audio situation. We have fixed part of the echo problem, but this will be completely taken care of by Episode 4

Unauthorized Mini-Episode 1

November 03, 2020 04:00 - 11 minutes - 7.79 MB

Thomas experiments with using a real microphone for recording the pod, while giving a general overview of the how the show will be structured in the future and reviewing what we have done so far.  Listening to the mini-episodes will get you no closer to Heaven, but it will get you closer to our hearts. 

Episode 2 - A Song of Piss and Protest

November 01, 2020 02:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

In our second episode, we discuss Sean Feucht and the worship protest movement. We also talk about an impish pastor who soaked another passenger on his flight, and not with Holy Water. Additionally, The Bible Network receives an accolade for giving a more legitimate interview than Fox News. *For those unfamiliar with the Disney Channel Original Movie Brink! that is referred to in the episode - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0162212/  **We had an audio issue with an echo through the recording...

Episode 1 - New Pod, New Ideas, Newsboys

October 25, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MB

Hello! Welcome to the Entertaining Angels podcast. We are going to be upfront and honest about the fact that we absolutely do not know what we are doing. However, after a few drinks a couple months ago we came up with an idea for this podcast (cliché I know). We hope that we can share our experience with Evangelical Christianity with you and have a few laughs along the way. This week we will be diving into one of the most prolific and well known  Contemporary Christian music acts, Newsboys....