The God Squad Pod
Let's talk US politics and culture from a progressive Christian perspective.
Author and former pastor Desimber Rose, along with progressive theologian and author Dillon Naber Cruz, are here to make you think - and laugh - about the madness that ensues when we mix faith and politics.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 71 minutes
- Episodes
- 62
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
#038: The Trump Tariff Tumble and Reading Romans Right with Keith Giles and Matthew J. Distefano
The Trump Tariff Tumble is in full effect, and the global markets are reeling with uncertainty. But one thing you can count on is Dillon & Desimber hitting you with your weekly dose of Faith, Sanity,…
#037: Lies, Lies, and More Lies from the Trump Regime
Lies, Lies, and MORE Lies from the Trump Regime this week... Upsets in Ruby Red District Special Elections... and plenty of Fundamental F*ckwittery to go around... let's talk about it!
#036: Dismantling the Country One Executive Order at a Time
Ya'll know what time it is... let's get into the latest news and fundamental foolery all around the United States in the age of Donald Trump -- whether it's the Administration's purge of the Departme…
#035: Tariffs, Taxes, and Trump, Oh My! Featuring Dr. Angela Parker
Will we survive another round of Tariffs, Taxes, and Trump? If we gather at the table of The God Squad it's highly likely we'll get through it with a weekly dose of faith, sanity, and politics. Let's…
#034: Oval Office Ambush, Gutting the Government, and a Trump-Sized Economic Crash
In this week's episode of The God Squad we're hanging on to our sanity together as we look back over another week of Disgraceful Leadership by The Trump Administration, the Oval Office Ambush of Pres…
#033: The Trump Gaza Video, More Shenanigans, and Cruel Immigration Policies
This week's episode covers the FF of the week, this MF, and the horrific Trump Gaza video. Plus, some thoughts on immigration in America.
Let's stay sane together... It's been another Chaotic Week in …
#032: The Chaos Administration, Reckless Downsizing, and a little bit of Good News
#031: The Meaning of Elon, the Grift of Sean Feucht, and How to FAFO
This week's episode features a familiar face, as Keith Giles is back to fill in for Desimber Rose. In the episode, Keith and Dillon talk about Elon Musk, Sean Feucht, and how some Trump supporters ar…
#030: Paper Tigers & Paperbacks
#029: Trump's Week of Chaos, Federal Funding Shutdown & Reversal
- Trump's Week of Chaos, Federal Funding Shutdown & Reversal
- FFW
- Christian Nationalist Pastor Rob McCoy
- FAFO Season 1, taking a look at nationwide accounts of voter's remorse with Desimber Roe
L…
#028: Bishop Budde, Musk's Salute, and the First Week of the Trump Administration
In this week's episode, the Squad talks about all the recent political news from the past week, including Bishop Budde's powerful sermon, Elon Musk's power-hungry salute, and of course Donald Trump's…
#027: Pete Hegseth, Pam Bondi, and the Coming of the Oligarchy
In this week's episode, the Squad talks about all the recent political news from the past week, including the nomination hearings for Pete Hegseth and Pam Bondi, before introducing this MF, the FF of…
#026: California Fires, Stephen Wolfe, and a Misogynistic Ministry Fumble
In this week's episode, the Squad talks about all the recent political news from the past week, as well as the tragic California fires, before introducing the FF of the week (Stephen Wolfe) and a mis…
#025: Terror Attacks, 2025, and More MAGA Lies
In this week's episode, the Squad catches up after the holidays and discusses the recent terrorist attacks in New Orleans and elsewhere before turning their attention to the FF and MF of the week!
#024: Budget Crisis, Major Funding Cuts, and President Elon Musk
In this week's episode, the Squad talks about the budget crisis going on in the House and how Elon Musk, the richest man in the world, is the true leader of the oligarchy that is about to run the Uni…
#023: Process Theology and Liberation Theology with Guest Mason Mennenga
In this week's episode, the Squad is joined by special guest host Mason Mennenga, dubbed the internet's youth pastor, to talk about two types of theology: Process and Liberation.
#022: Christians Behaving Badly, Shifty Cabinet Picks, and French Revolution Style "Street Justice"
In this week's episode, the Squad is joined by special guest host Michael Camp, author of Breaking Bad Faith, to discuss the recent news regarding Trump's cabinet picks, the assassination of the UHC …
#021: The MAGA Administration, Matt Gaetz's Withdrawal, and Special Guest Herb Montomery
In this week's episode, the Squad is joined by special guest host Herb Montgomery of the Social Jesus Podcast to discuss the recent cabinet picks, the future of the country, and how we can still have…
#020: MAGA Tears, Bonkers Cabinet Picks, and White Supremacy
In this week's episode, the Squad tackles its first show without Keith, and discusses the recent cabinet nominees and the instant regret of some MAGA members now that they've learned what "mass depor…
#019: The Election of 2024
In this week's episode, the Squad breaks down the election news and what it means for America moving forward.
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