Weekly Roundup: The UFC Presidency: Election Lies, Blood Sport Politics, and Hegseth's D-Day Disgrace (Bradley Onishi and Daniel Miller; Straight White American Jesus podcast)

This week on Straight White American Jesus, Brad and Dan unpack the GOP's latest claims of voter fraud in California and show how conspiracy thinking, Christian nationalist spiritual warfare, and anti-democratic rhetoric continue to undermine public trust in elections. 

Focusing on comments from Donald Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson, they explore how evidence-free allegations of fraud function politically, why California has become a symbolic target, and how narratives of hidden, "unprovable" corruption mirror the logic of both conspiracism and charismatic Christian nationalism. The episode examines what happens when feelings and intuition replace facts, and why attacks on election integrity remain central to the MAGA movement's political strategy.

The conversation then turns to the Trump administration's unprecedented UFC event at the White House and Pete Hegseth's controversial D-Day remarks in Normandy. Brad and Dan analyze the UFC spectacle as a symbol of a broader political vision rooted in domination, submission, and conflict rather than democratic deliberation and compromise. They also discuss Hegseth's embrace of Western civilizational rhetoric and anti-immigrant messaging during a commemoration of the Allied fight against fascism, situating his comments within a larger framework of Christian nationalism, Western chauvinism, and the growing influence of the postliberal right. Along the way, they reflect on America's declining international standing, the politics of spectacle, and reasons for hope as public resistance to authoritarianism continues to grow.
Interview: 

https://www.straightwhiteamericanjesus.com/episodes/weekly-roundup-the-ufc-presidency-election-lies-blood-sport-politics-and-hegseths-d-day-disgrace?hsLang=en

Inside Purity Culture and Christian Nationalism with Monte Mader (Dan McClellan and Dan Beecher; Data Over Dogma podcast on YouTube)

What happens when you're raised to be a militant Christian nationalist Supreme Court justice, but you decide to actually study church history instead?

This week, we are thrilled to welcome social media powerhouse, educator, and musician Monte Mader to the show! You probably know her from her viral videos expertly dismantling Christian nationalist talking points, but her story starts far from the internet spotlight.

Monte shares her harrowing and fascinating journey of growing up on a remote cattle ranch in Wyoming, steeped in extreme patriarchal theology, purity culture, and doomsday rhetoric. What was it like being trained in apologetics from childhood, only to realize the history of the church didn't match the dogma she was force-fed?

We dive into the terrifying realities of purity culture, the weaponization of biblical texts against women, and the intense backlash Monte faces online for refusing to submit or be silent. But it's not all doom and gloom! Amidst the doxxing and the hate mail, Monte shares why right now—as the mask of Christian nationalism slips completely off—is actually a time for profound, irrational hope.

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro & Welcoming Monte Mader
03:13 - How Monte Accidentally Went Viral
08:00 - Growing Up in Militant Christian Nationalism
14:44 - Groomed for the Supreme Court to Overturn Roe
16:32 - Liberty University & Studying Church History
21:08 - Kicked Out of Sunday School & Extreme Patriarchy
25:08 - Surviving Purity Culture & The "Used Car" Theology
35:38 - The Toxic Reality of "Biblical" Marriage
42:38 - Facing Online Backlash, Hate Mail, & Doxxing
51:37 - Why There is Actually Hope Right Now
57:59 - Where to Find Monte & Outro
Interview: 

https://youtu.be/KlnjWookRgk?si=u3gZJHapxA351pqk

"The Last Word" (Bradley Onishi and Daniel Miller; Straight White American Jesus podcast) It's in the Code ep 194

What are the broader takeaways from Josh Hawley's presentation on "manhood?" How does Hawley's vision of "masculine America" illuminate the dynamics of high-control Christianity, Christian nationalism, and the broader MAGA movement in America today? What lessons can we learn through engaging Hawley's vision of masculinity? Join Dan to find out, as we conclude our look at Hawley's vision of manhood.

Interview: 

https://www.straightwhiteamericanjesus.com/episodes/its-in-the-code-ep-194-the-last-word?hsLang=en

American Infidels (Dan Barker and Annie Laurie Gaylor, Freethought Radio podcast)

Historian Steven K. Green‘s new book, American Infidelity: The Gilded Age Battle Over Freethought, Free Love and Feminism, describes how 19th-century freethinkers fought religious laws such as the Comstock Act.

Interview: 

https://ffrf.org/news/freethought-radio/freethought-today-june-11-2026

Pete Hegseth Destroys Military Religion List (Hemant Mehta and Jessica Bluemke, The Friendly Atheist podast #639)

— Hemant will be speaking in Atlanta this weekend at the Revival of Reason conference sponsored by Black Nonbelievers. Come if you’re able!

— Pete Hegseth shrinks military’s recognized religions list, erasing atheists and Humanists. (0:50)

— Under guise of fighting anti-Catholic bias, Kash Patel fires FBI analysts who kept us safe. (31:11)

— Christian employee sues L.A. County over a Pride flag outside the office. (55:52)

— Connecticut GOP candidate’s anti-gay extremism sparks party meltdown. (1:10:04)

Interview: 

• Audio podcast: https://friendlyatheistpodcast.com/2026/06/10/pete-hegseth-destroys-military-religion-list/
• YouTube video: https://youtu.be/M8zpT9f2gDc?si=sgAWrybKxOTcuDz1

Creationist Tries to Destroy Evolution With a Chicken

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Vv3qIZFhiE

The SpaceX IPO made Musk a trillionaire. The old rules of capitalism no longer apply

All of it is arbitrary – based on the hype and will of one man with a giant ego and an insatiable thirst for money and power. It’s built on self-dealing. There’s no accountability. No checks. No balances...

 https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jun/12/spacex-ipo-elon-musk-trillionaire

 

YOUR FAITH IS YOURS - NOBODY ELSES.

 https://www.youtube.com/shorts/pOcsbtJNhyM

The Hidden Flaw in Every Resurrection Argument (Alex O'Connor vs Trent Horn response) (Paulogia on YouTube)

Alex O’Connor and Trent Horn recently debated the resurrection of Jesus — but beneath the polished arguments was a much bigger problem nobody stopped to examine. Let's discuss the hidden assumptions behind the reliability of the gospels, group appearances, martyrdom claims, and whether resurrection apologists are quietly treating disputed Bible stories as established history.

Interview: 

https://youtu.be/ZpoAMmA6IMs?si=oaRn1aqEIIjxlfAX

Stopping A.I. From Destroying America with Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (Find Out podcast on YouTube)

A.I. already plays a role in so many aspects of our lives and lately, the negatives of A.I. have far outweighed the positives. Just ask a recent college graduate who's applied to hundreds of jobs and hasn't received a single response. While more companies have been using A.I. to scan resumes, the big issue is we don't know if these A.I. systems are breaking fair employment laws or showing any bias when fielding candidates. 

On this episode of the Find Out Podcast, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (D-CA), returns to talk about how her A.I. regulation bill, which has bipartisan support in Congress, would give the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission additional tools to prevent A.I. systems from breaking the law. 

Our conversation with Congresswoman Jacobs doesn't just touch upon on A.I. guardrails. It's Congress's inability to fully understand the impact A.I. is having on the American electorate and how to keep up with and respond to this technology as it changes rapidly. 

While states like California have done a better job at regulating A.I., President Donald Trump has also been doing the bidding of the A.I. industry to override states' ability to take action. We also have a misguided fixation on trying to out-China China in the A.I. arms race. 

Congresswoman Jacobs argues that when Democrats retake the House in 2026 midterms, they will have a significant opportunity to future proof the government and push through A.I. protections that have a real impact.

We also take the time to discuss FISA reforms and enjoy seeing clowns like Nancy Mace and Spencer Pratt lose their primaries.

00:00 Welcome to the Find Out Podcast!
01:20 Regulating AI: Rep. Sarah Jacobs on the Sectoral AI Governance Act
08:39 State Protections vs. The Global AI Race
31:29 Reforming FISA & Stopping Government Surveillance
40:31 Culture Wars: Nancy Mace & Bathroom Politics
45:33 Trump's Wild Press Conference & Political Predictions
56:12 Beating the Billionaires: Join Find Out Social
57:42 Subscribe!

Interview: 

https://youtu.be/26nkZ9eT1gg?si=zBzVK8BYgX68251D

Spencer Pratt concedes LA mayor race but declares ‘war’ against advancing candidates

But in Friday’s video, Pratt said: “I’m moving on to the next, more interesting phase,” adding: “I don’t have campaign laws hamstringing me now. It’s war.” 

“I didn’t get in this for political power, I got in this to expose this corrupt machine. Nothing’s changed. You enjoy your worthless meetings at city hall,” he said. “You think your election is going to stop me. If you want to stop me, you’re going to have to fucking kill me.”…

 https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jun/12/spencer-pratt-concedes-la-mayor-race

 

Dude got absolutely dog walked. #isaiahmartin #debate #democrats

 https://www.youtube.com/shorts/CyY-PCatvc8

Donald Trump Said This About Me (Platner)

 https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Yh0XUCsgmOQ

The Next Plague (Conspirituality podcast #312)

A plague is coming. We don’t know when or which one, but we do know that since humans started gathering in groups numbering in the thousands, plagues became a consistent feature of existence. So a plague is always on the horizon, and public health is the response of a healthy society.

How healthy is America right now? Given that a recent NY Times investigation found that RFK Jr is laser-focused on vaccines and food dyes and not much of anything else, the news is not great. Today we look at candidates for the next plague, how unprepared the government is, and, in classic Conspirituality fashion, the wellness influencers selling products they just know will help your immune system stave off any little virus destined to become a plandemic.

In This Week in Conspirituality, Matthew checks in on someone else’s health: Donald Trump, and the online prediction market that’s emerged to appease a cultural wish fulfillment.
Interview: 

https://www.conspirituality.net/episodes/312-the-next-plague

Court denies emergency appeal to retain Trump’s name on Kennedy Center

Justice department lawyers for Donald Trump and his hand-picked Kennedy Center board filed the emergency appeal earlier on Friday, asking the court to stay a judge’s order that his name be removed from the facade of Washington’s leading performing arts venue...

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jun/12/judge-denies-pause-trump-name-removal-kennedy-center