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Appropriating The Culture

Nathan Shane Millerwww.buzzsprout.com
Appropriating The Culture evaluates the culture from a Christian perspective, and provides tools, insights, and means for Christians to better impact the culture to be more receptive to the Gospel. ATC demonstrates the need for Christian engagement in the culture with a mix of philosophy, film study, apologetics, and wry humor.
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Episodes

The Chosen Mormon

ATC Ep.85 The Chosen Mormon On today’s episode we delve into a conspiracy theory that The Chosen is Mormon propaganda, and evaluate certain Christian takes on dramatizing the Bible. Questions, comments and Judge Dredd references can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Nov 16, 202215 minEp. 85

New Amsterdam

ATC Ep.84 New Amsterdam On today’s episode we dissect an unintentionally hilarious opening for the NBC drama New Amsterdam, and discuss the competency decline in Hollywood and what that means for us. Questions, comments and short films can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Nov 09, 202210 minEp. 84

Rock The Vote?

ATC Ep.83 Rock The Vote? On today’s episode we discuss systems of government, and the moral implications of generic get out the vote efforts. Questions, comments and votes can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Nov 02, 202213 minEp. 83

Campaign Ads & Persuasion

ATC Ep.82 Campaign Ads & Persuasion On today’s episode, with the election right around the corner, we take a look at some campaign ads and see if there are any lessons we can glean on how to persuade and influence people. Questions, comments and votes can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Oct 26, 202210 minEp. 82

Abortion & Mid-Terms

ATC Ep.81 Abortion & Mid-Terms On today’s episode we survey the political landscape, looking at the impact of the Supreme Court Dobbs decision as it pertains to the mid-terms and analyze the future cultural implications. Questions, comments and polling locations can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Oct 20, 202211 minEp. 81

Appropriating Education

ATC Ep.80 Appropriating Education On today’s episode, Virginia students walkout in “support" of trans-rights, the Supreme Court decides that a Jewish university must allow LGBT clubs on its campus while a case is ongoing, and we discuss the modern Christian approach to sending our children to public education. Questions, comments and podcast recommendations can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathans...

Oct 12, 202213 minEp. 80

HULK SHAMING & Twerking Feminism

ATC Ep.79 HULK SHAMING & Twerking Feminism On today’s episode we discuss the further deleterious effects of eliminating sex distinctions, particularly as it pertains to human sexuality and promiscuity. VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED Questions, comments and casting choices can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Sep 28, 202212 minEp. 79

Sex Separation in Sports

ATC Ep.78 Sex Separation in Sports On today’s episode we examine whether separating sports by sex makes sense and analyze the cultural implications of the strong woman trope in movies and television. Questions, comments and casting choices can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Sep 21, 202212 minEp. 78

An Imperial March

ATC Ep.77 An Imperial March On today’s episode Peppa Pig succumbs to LGBTQ demands, game modders are banned for the sake of “inclusivity” and we take a look at real cultural imperialism and what Christians should do about it. Questions, comments and imperial demands can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Sep 14, 202210 minEp. 77

Diversity On Screen

ATC Ep.76 Diversity On Screen On today’s episode we discuss diversity on the screen with an examination of the “controversy” or “backlash” in the casting of the new Lord of the Rings series and analyze the implications of ideological casting. Questions, comments and student loans can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Sep 07, 202210 minEp. 76

Student Loan Forgiveness

ATC Ep.75 Student Loan Forgiveness We’re back to our regular scheduled programming discussing the recent executive action to “forgive” student loans and the biblical text touted to justify it. Questions, comments and student loans can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3pPg8GRCY95d61QLTNUXFQ/featured...

Aug 31, 202216 minEp. 75

Canonization

ATC Ep.74 Canonization On today’s episode we wrap up our video series on the authority of Scripture, by looking at the process of canonization. Questions, comments and accolades can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 24, 202215 minEp. 74

Manuscripts & Reconstruction

ATC Ep.73 Manuscripts & Reconstruction On today’s episode we continue our video series on the authority of Scripture, looking at the process by which we reconstruct the original manuscripts of New Testament. Questions, comments and accolades can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 17, 20227 minEp. 73

Inerrancy of Scripture

ATC Ep.72 Inerrancy of Scripture On today’s episode we continue our video series on the authority of Scripture, focusing on what exactly it means for the Bible to be “inerrant” and discuss the use and importance of hermeneutics. Questions, comments and accolades can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 10, 202211 minEp. 72

Authority of Scripture

ATC Ep.71 Authority of Scripture On today’s episode, ATC announces a hiatus, while promising several new exciting projects. But in the interim we kick-off a multi-part series on the authority of Scripture. Questions, comments and accolades can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 03, 20229 minEp. 71

Rewarding Awards

ATC Ep.70 Rewarding Awards On today’s episode we examine recent winners of a few “major awards,” and analyze what that means for us as a culture and the appropriate Christian response. Questions, comments and accolades can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202211 minEp. 70

The Power of Mockery

ATC Ep.69 The Power of Mockery On todays episode we continue with our discussion on the power of mockery, focusing on how mockery can shape and influence the culture and whether Christians should harness that power. Questions, comments, and inspirational quotes can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202210 minEp. 69

Ought We Mock?

ATC Ep.68 Ought We Mock? On todays episode we talk about the power of mockery and discuss whether or not it is ever morally right for Christians to mock. Questions, and scoffing statements can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202211 minEp. 68

Comment Section

ATC Ep.67 Comment Section On today’s episode we take a scroll through our comment section, give feedback on your feedback, rebut your rebuttals, and butcher your last names. Questions, and comments can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202210 minEp. 67

Bye-bye Roe

ATC Ep.66 Bye-bye Roe On today’s episode we on today’s episode we look at the fallout and freak out of Roe V. Wade being overturned and discuss whether or not gloating is befitting for a Christian. Questions, and videos of freak outs can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202211 minEp. 66

Pride, Heterodoxy & Heresy

ATC Ep.65 Pride, Heterodoxy & Heresy On today’s episode we watch more of ESPN commentator Sarah Spain chastise Christians for holding Christian views and discuss the line where heterodoxy becomes heresy. Questions, and heresies can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202214 minEp. 65

Celebrate Pride or Else

ATC Ep.64 Celebrate Pride or Else On today’s episode we examine the recent controversy surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays baseball players and analyze how the pride movement has shifted from requiring tolerance, to acceptance, and finally to demanding celebration and participation. PARENTAL WARNING. Questions, and hated-filled comments can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller...

Aug 02, 202213 minEp. 64

Climate & Effective Protest

ATC Ep.63 Climate & Effective Protest On today’s episode we examine the recent protests on behalf of the planet, and discuss the art of protest and the lessons Christians can derive from questionable advocacy tactics. Questions, comments, and protests can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202213 minEp. 63

Abortion & Sophistry

ATC Ep.62 Abortion & Sophistry On today’s episode we examine some common arguments in favor of abortion, see how each relates to the pro-life premises, and watch a view zany clips from a few… eccentric people. Questions, comments, and inspirational quotes can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202213 minEp. 62

Abortion & Thought Experiments.

ATC Ep.61 Abortion & Thought Experiments. On today’s episode we pick up where we left off last week, addressing the central question of abortion and examining some philosophical arguments in favor. Questions, comments, and though experiments can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202215 minEp. 61

Abortion & Religious Imposition

ATC Ep.60 Abortion & Religious Imposition On today’s episode we look at the purported religious arguments in favor of abortion, and analyze whether or not Christians should impose their religion on society. Questions, comments, and impositions can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202216 minEp. 60

HOT TOPIC: The End of Roe?

ATC Ep.59 HOT TOPIC: The End of Roe? On today’s episode we examine the implications of the recent leaked draft opinion from the Supreme Court, and take a gander at the usual measured and thoughtful responses from our celebrity, political, and social media pundits. Questions, comments, and dissents can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202211 minEp. 59

HOT TOPIC: Black Supremacy

ATC Ep.58 HOT TOPIC: Black Supremacy On today’s episode we take an uncomfortable look at the apparent growing trend of tribalism and the permissibility of certain expressions of racism. We analyze whiteness as a so-called ideology and examine the blatant condescension, hostility, and open racism brewing in academia and the media. Questions, comments, and inspirational quotes can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.fac...

Aug 02, 202215 minEp. 58

Let Us Pray

ATC Ep.57 Let Us Pray On today’s episode we unpack a bizarre prayer from a PCUSA church made in honor Transgender Day of Visibility. With a point by point rebuttal and a potent reminder. Questions, comments, and prayers can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202213 minEp. 57

Disney Groomers

ATC Ep.56 Disney Groomers On today’s episode we look at the leaked videos from the Disney Corporation and examine their “not-so-secret gay agenda” while unpacking lessons and principles that we can incorporate into our not-so-secret agenda. Questions, comments, and not-so-secret agendas can be sent: Twitter:https://twitter.com/NShaneMillerLocals: https://nathanshanemiller.locals.com Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/nathanshanemiller

Aug 02, 202213 minEp. 56
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