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The Gospel of Greed: Jim Baker and the Art of the Grift
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In this episode, John discusses the controversial legacy of televangelist Jim Baker following his recent passing. He reflects on Baker's journey from a prominent figure in the Christian right to a purveyor of apocalyptic survival food, exposing the contradictions and moral failings that have plagued the religious right for decades. John discusses how Baker's brand of Christianity contributed to the rise of a toxic political culture that continues to influence American politics today.Then, joining John is Sam Brodey from the Boston Globe, who shares insights on the unprecedented role of artificial intelligence in the upcoming elections. They discuss how AI is reshaping political campaigns,…