Stuck in the Middle with You

In this episode, Mark and Ben discuss the religious Left's reentry into American politics and its notable examples, including United States Senate contenders Adam Hamilton, a Methodist minister from Kansas, and James Talarico, a rising Presbyterian seminarian in Texas. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

In this episode, Mark and Ben talk with Liam Gent about the intersection of transgender identity and faith. Gent is the co-author and subject of the recent BNG piece, "A trans man and his Baptist pastor reflect on a decade of friendship." Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

In this episode, Mark and Ben discuss the upcoming 9-hour, White House-hosted prayer event, "Rededicate 250," and whether or not the speaker lineup promotes religious favoritism by the government. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

In this episode, Mark and Ben discuss the SBC's stance on women in ministry and why Al Mohler won't let the issue rest. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

In this episode, Mark and Ben are joined by journalist Robert Downen to discuss his exclusive article in Texas Monthly on the sexual abuse allegations made against disgraced Southern Baptist icon Paul Pressler. Ben shares his own experiences with Pressler, and Mark tells the story of breaking the news about Pressler’s death. Read Downen’s article in Texas Monthly here. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

In this episode, Mark and Ben discuss Baylor's clumsy handling of a TPUSA event, the university's ongoing struggles with public relations as a religious Research 1 institution, and the laudable work of the Baylor Lariat staff and mysterious NoZe Brothers. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

In this episode, Mark and Ben sit down with Rev. Dr. Brian Kaylor, editor-in-chief of Word&Way and vice chair for the board of Americans United for Separation of Church and State, to discuss what Christian nationalism really means. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

In this episode, Mark and Ben discuss the tensions that arise in Baptist churches when pastoral authority collides with the priesthood of all believers. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

In this episode, Mark and Ben butt heads over Southern Baptist reactions to the Trump Administration and what exactly the word "empathy" means in the Christian context. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.

In this episode, Jon Bullock joins Mark and Ben to discuss the North American Mission Board's consistent lack of finanical transparency and accountability. Support Baptist News Global by visiting BaptistNews.com.