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Toxic Empathy: The New Face of Christian Compassion
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In this episode, John dives into the complexities of faith and power dynamics as he discusses the release of Dr. Kristin Kobes Du Mez's new book, "Live, Laugh, Love: The Secret History of White Christian Women and the World They Made." John and Dr. Du Mez explore how the seemingly innocuous phrase "live, laugh, love" masks a deeper narrative about submission, consumerism, and the intertwining of evangelical teachings with capitalism. They delve into the historical roots of these ideologies, tracing them back to 19th-century holiness theology and the impact it has had on generations of women.John and Dr. Du Mez also examine the troubling relationship between Christian nationalism and the…