Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

When it comes to the news, we've all asked the question, "who can I trust?" In this episode, Dr. Nolte engages with this question and provides tips for figuring out what kinds of sources you should listen to.

In the year since Putin invaded Ukraine, we have learned new things about Russia, Ukraine, the West, the US, and the future of geopolitics in the 21st century. Dr. Nolte outlines the key lessons we have learned from the ongoing conflict and forecasts what might become evident in the future.

The Asbury revival has gained national attention and prompted Dr. Nolte to ask what this revival means for politics. The short answer is: we don't know yet. Still, we can look to history and consider past revivals' social and political impacts even as we speculate about the implications of modern-day revival.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte plays match-maker, setting presidential candidates against their ideal opponents. He uses this criteria: which challenger would produce the most entertaining or edifying presidential contest?

Dr. Nolte is not expecting history to repeat itself during the 2024 Presidential Election. In this episode, he highlights developments in how Republican candidates understand their voters, the impact of a political record, and the new issues voters care about. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

In this episode, Dr. Nolte goes on record with his full thoughts on Christian Nationalism. He engages with academic literature on the subject, outlines a way of identifying what Christian Nationalism is, and describes the history of religion in the US. Ultimately, he concludes that the left's freak out about Christian nationalism is overblown and misplaced, and the right must be more vigilant. For more on Joe Biden's sermon, listen to this GetReligion podcast: https://www.getreligion.org/podcast/press-covers-joe-biden-sermon-was-that-faith-or-politics

After 15 ballots, the United States Congress has elected Rep. McCarthy Speaker of the House! Please join us as Dr. Nolte chronicles all the details of the drama-filled saga on this episode of Blind Politics.

On this episode of Blind Politics, join Dr. Nolte on a myth busting journey as he tackles the conservative (and Christian) myth that we need to match the left's mainstream popularity by enlisting celebrities as spokespeople. Thanks for joining us on today's episode of Blind Politics!

Dr. Nolte jumps in with a contrarian take that the GOP presidential candidate field might be bigger than some people will like but still smaller than some might think.

It is pretty normal during the NFL draft to hear commentators compare top pics to other notable players. In this episode, Dr. Nolte does something similar with top candidates for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination, identifying potential strengths and weaknesses by drawing comparisons with other political players.

In this special Thanksgiving edition of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte covers some things that progressives can be thankful for, things that conservatives can be thankful for, and some things that we all can be thankful for! Thank you for joining for the latest episode of Blind Politics.

Dr. Nolte reacts to Trump's campaign announcement! Months ago, Dr. Nolte went on record predicting that Trump would not run for re-election, but Trump announced presidential campaign on November 15th. Still, Dr. Nolte says his logic for why Trump should not run remains valid. According to him, a rational risk calculation still shows that the Trump campaign is a mistake.

In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte explains why the potential Red tsunami turned into a slight red trickle. Thanks for joining us for the latest episode of Blind Politics.

Midterms are almost here! In this last installment of power rankings leading up to election night, Dr. Nolte discusses if we're looking at a red-trickle, red-wave, or a red tsunami. Visit American1.com

Issue Brief: Russia using Iranian-made weapons. Dr. Nolte discusses what it means and why it matters. American1.com

Dr. Anthony Fauci has retired, and in this episode Dr. Nolte dissects his time in the public eye, and how he did so much damage to the relationship between Americans and our public health experts. Thank you for joining us for the latest episode of Blind Politics!

In the latest episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte discusses why the Biden student loan forgiveness is doomed to failure, what it will do to the economy, and how the Biden administration is just borrowing trouble for themselves. Thank you for joining us for the latest episode of Blind Politics!

Recent polling data on upcoming Senate elections have left Democrats hopeful for a blue wave in the 2022 midterm elections. However, Dr. Nolte is here to pour some cold water over such wishful thinking as he outlines the reality of August polling and some on-the-ground facts facing Democrats in 2022. Thanks for joining us for this episode of Blind Politics!

In this episode, Dr. Nolte highlights the importance of religious freedom and the effects it can have on a nation. This episode is based off of the study Dr. Nolte conducted with Family Research Council's Arielle Del Turco. Here is the link to the study if you would like learn more, and thanks for tuning in!

On today's episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte delves into a more historical topic, the unsung heroes of the Presidency. We all the names of Presidents like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Ronald Reagan, but there are a few presidents in America's history that have been forgotten yet had a bigger impact than history remembers them for. Tune in to find out who those presidents are in this episode of Blind Politics!

In this episode, Dr. Nolte delves more into the international relations side of things as he discusses why the United States needs alliances in order to preserve its status as the world's greatest power to confront its latest great-power challenges. Thank you for joining us for this episode of Blind Politics!

Ever since the events of January 6th, Democrats have been proclaiming that Republicans are an existential threat to American democracy. If that is the case, then why have they been propping up extreme Republican candidates in the upcoming elections? What game are they trying to play? Find out today on this episode of Blind Politics!

The sun has now set on Boris Johnson after his official resignation as the British Prime Minister. Dr. Nolte once covered Johnson's meteoric rise, and so shall he cover the twilight of his time as Prime Minister. What what was the catalyst for Johnson's catastrophic fall from grace, and what does the future hold for the United Kingdom? Find out on this episode of Blind Politics!

In this episode, Dr. Nolte continues his breakdown of the most important upcoming elections, this time focusing on the upcoming gubernatorial races. Who will win? Who will lose? Tune in to find out!

In this episode, Dr. Nolte gives us his updated predictions on who will come out on top in the senate race as the competition heats up as we get closer to the elections. If you are looking a possible edge on Predict It, or are just curious about how your candidate of choice is stacking up against the competition, tune in to this episode of Blind Politics!

Election junkies tune in to this episode! Dr. Nolte will take a deep dive into the most important primaries happening, share his predictions on who he thinks will come out on top, and attempt to answer the question, "why on Earth does Tennessee have its primary on the 4th?" Thanks for stopping by Blind Politics and enjoy the episode.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte dives into the craziness that is Israeli politics to explain the significance of Israel's fifth election in three years, and what it might mean for the U.S. - Israel relations. Thank you for joining us on this episode of Blind Politics!

In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte explores the crowded field of potential presidential nominees and shares his thoughts on the top ten candidates most likely to receive the Republican nomination. Thanks for joining us on this episode of Blind Politics.

In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte presents truths that both Democrats and Republicans need to face in light of the January 6 hearings, especially as key political issues emerge and 2024 rapidly approaches.

In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte recaps the events of the June 7th primaries and shares his predictions regarding the most important upcoming primaries!

All the latest on the most important upcoming primaries.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte recaps primary election results from Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Texas, and Minnesota. Taking a big-picture view, he also highlights a few general things we've learned during the primary-packed month of May.

On May 17th, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Oregon, and Idaho voted for their mid-term election nominees. In this recap of the most crowded primary night so far, Dr. Nolte announces the results of important races and identifies important voting patterns.

Prompted by the mass shooting in Buffalo, NY, Dr. Nolte responds to the demographic replacement theory that seem to have motivate the shooter in that attack. In this episode, he asserts there is no such thing as demographic destiny and explains the dangerous impact of replacement theory in the "fever swamps" of both political parties.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte highlights three points about the potential impact of repealing Roe v. Wade: Repealing Roe is a good thing for our country. It will likely not have an impact as decisive as some expect. It will not save Democrat politicians in the midterm elections.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte reacts to and laughs about the public's reaction to Elon Musk buying Twitter. You might be wondering, why do people care? Listen to this episode to learn the answer.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte fills us in on what happened in the Ohio and Indiana primaries. In particular, the results in Ohio shed some light on the question of how much weight a Trump endorsement carries.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte summarizes all the primaries that will take place during the month of May. His analysis tells you what races to keep an eye on and forecasts some key outcomes. By the end of the month, we should have a clearer idea about the political climate in the country.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte provides an update on the recent elections in France, Russia's plans for Moldova, and developments in Donbas.

Dr. Nolte believes the looming battle in the Donbas region will be a major pivot point in the Russo-Ukrainian war. In this episode, he explains why, identifies various possible outcomes, and discusses the possibility of Russia using a tactical nuclear weapon.

Who would win the Republican primaries for the 2024 Presidential election if they happened today? In this episode, Dr. Nolte updates his power rankings to reflect the change in the political terrain over the past few months.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte introduces you to Russian political analyst Alexander Dugin. From a conservative Christian perspective, Dugin might be the most dangerous man you've never heard of since his false doctrine and dangerous ideology have found an audience among some on the American political right. Dr. Nolte critically examines Dugin, underscores the danger of his influence, and urges Americans to stay on guard against wolves in sheep's clothing.

Florida's so-called "Don't Say Gay" bill has garnered disdain from some and support from others. In this episode, Dr. Nolte talks about what Florida House Bill 1557 says, what it doesn't say, and considers the strengths and weaknesses of this new legislation.

Viktor Orban, Hungary's Prime Minister, inspires strong feelings: some have labeled him a fascist, while others have hailed him as a conservative role model. In light of Orban's reelection, Dr. Nolte takes this opportunity to consider who Orban is as a political actor and how the world can engage with him.

Right now, it is unclear what the U.S. strategic objectives are in the Russo-Ukrainian war; however, we all know we need them. In this episode, Dr. Nolte considers different strategic objective the U.S. could adopt and the potential consequences of each. Finally, he offers his own perspective on the best strategic path for the U.S. to advance during this crisis.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte and Arielle Del Turco discuss their research on the benefits of using faith-based actors to administer aid in crisis situations. Their findings are especially relevant as Congress develops strategies for responding to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. Follow this link to the op-ed Dr. Nolte and Arielle Del Turco wrote on this subject: https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/aid-ukraine-congress-faith-based-groups-aj-nolte-arielle-del-turco

In this episode, Dr. Nolte uses data from Pew research to evaluate religiosity in Europe. His analysis reveals that Putin's narrative about a religious, traditionalist Russia defending itself against a decadent, secular west does not match the actual data about modern-day religiosity.

In this episode, special guest Fr. Job Serebrov talks about his area of expertise: orthodox theology. There is a complicated relationship between the Putin regime and the Moscow patriarchate. This podcast takes a close-up look at the theological, political, and cultural aspects of this important relationship.

Patriarch Kirill of Moscow, the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, says the war in Ukraine represents a conflict of visions between Russia and the West: the West is okay with LGBT+ Pride parades while Russia is not. In this episode, Dr. Nolte examines the role of LGBT+ issue in the war.

In this episode, special guest Richard Parker brings his expertise to answer Dr. Nolte's questions about the food security implications of the war in Ukraine. Mr. Parker warns that the absence of key agricultural exports from Ukraine and Russia has staggering humanitarian and security implications for people around the world.

In this episode, Dr. Nolte shares a message about deterrence. He reminds American policymakers that taking things off the table doesn't deter harmful acts. We can only prevent bad actors from doing bad things when they are scared of us, and right now, they just aren't.