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Theology in the RawLive from Exiles25: Social Justice & the Gospel. Thaddeus Williams & Malcolm FoleySubscribe to Theology in the Raw on Patreon to instantly unlock Part 2 of this episode for FREE. You'll get to watch Malcolm and Thaddeus interact with questions from each other and our live audience! Just head to www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw and select “Join for Free” to watch now. For this first video, I invited Dr. Thaddeus Williams and Rev. Dr. Malcolm Foley to discuss and debate the role of social justice in the mission of the the Church. This took place at 2025 Exiles in Babylon Conference, hosted in Minneapolis April 3-5, 2025. 2025-07-2456 min
Theology In Pieces61 - I STAND WITH ISRAEL? When Empires Claim His Name...Send us a Question!Where does God stand when empires claim His name? This urgent question anchors our conversation about Christian responsibility in the face of violence happening in Gaza.We dive deep into the theological underpinnings often used to justify unwavering support for the modern state of Israel. Genesis 12:3 – "I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you" – has become a rallying cry for Christians supporting Israel's military actions. But does this represent faithful biblical interpretation or dangerous theological sleight-of-hand?Malcolm and Slim challenge the collapse between biblical Isra...2025-07-171h 03
The Englewood Review of Books PodcastEpisode 87: Racial Capitalism - Jonathan Tran & Malcolm FoleyJoel spoke with two first-time guests to the podcast, Jonathan Tran & Malcolm Foley, about their recent books and their work to more precisely illuminate and define the "racial capitalism" in which those of us in the Western world live. It's a stimulating and wide-ranging conversation about race, economics, history, higher education, politics and more. Of course, we end with a discussion of what we have all been reading.Dr. Jonathan Tran is the author of multiple books, including Asian Americans and the Spirit of Racial Capitalism (2022, Oxford UP), as well as Professor of Theological Ethics...2025-07-141h 02
Untidy FaithMoney, Power, and Faith | Malcolm FoleyIn this episode of the Untidy Faith Podcast, Kate Boyd sits down with Rev. Dr. Malcolm Foley, author of The Anti-Greed Gospel, for a bold conversation about money, power, and faith that most churches avoid. This is about more than stewardship. It's a prophetic call to reimagine what Christian community could look like when we take Jesus' economic teachings seriously.Rev. Dr. Malcolm Foley serves as special advisor to the President for equity and campus engagement at Baylor University and co-pastors Mosaic Waco, an intentionally multicultural church in Waco, TX. He has written for Christianity...2025-07-0831 min
Truth's TableBehind the Book: Anti-Greed Gospel with Malcolm FoleyEpisode Description: It’s time for another Behind The Book episode! Is the love of money really the root of racism? That’s what our guest, Malcolm Foley argues in his book, The Anti-Greed Gospel. Pull up a chair as Ekemini and Christina ask Malcolm to get to the root of the sin of racism.Learn more about our guest: Malcolm Foley (PhD, Baylor University) is a pastor, historian, and speaker who serves as special adviser to the president for equity and campus engagement at Baylor University. He has...2025-06-2845 min
The Bible For Normal People[Faith] Episode 59: Malcolm Foley - The Connection Between Racism and GreedIn this episode of Faith for Normal People, Pete and Jared sit down with Malcolm Foley to explore the connection between racism and greed in American history, and the calling of Christians to live differently. Drawing from his book The Anti-Greed Gospel, they discuss how economic self-interest has fueled racial injustice, how the church has been both complicit and resistant, and what it means to practice economic solidarity rooted in the life of Jesus.
Show Notes → https://thebiblefornormalpeople.com/episode-59-malcolm-foley-the-connection-between-racism-and-greed/
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In Conversation With..... An Ideos Institute/ (Re)union Project PodcastIn Conversation With... Dr. Malcolm Foley: The Anti-Greed GospelIn this conversation, Greg Arthur and Dr. Malcolm Foley discuss his book, 'The Anti-Greed Gospel,' and explore themes of peacemaking, unity, and the divisions within the American church. He shares personal experiences of being an outsider in a predominantly white church and reflects on the historical context of racial justice, greed, and the church's role in addressing economic exploitation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of love as a material commitment to one another and the need for the church to build multi-ethnic congregations that reflect the kingdom of God.Buy The Anti-Greed Gospel...2025-05-2741 min
The Two CitiesEpisode #278 - The Anti-Greed Gospel with Rev. Dr. Malcolm FoleyIn this episode we’re joined by Rev. Dr. Malcolm Foley, Pastor at Mosaic Waco, Special Advisor to the President for Equity and Campus Engagement at Baylor University, and the author of The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward (published by Baker). Over the course of our conversation we talk about how Jesus is calling Christians not simply to be generous, which can lead to paternalism, but more specifically anti-greedy, actively rooting out sites in our lives where greed can grow and take over. We...2025-05-211h 08
Theology In Pieces60 - Hanging by a Thread (Not Your Hair): End Times Q&ASend us a Question!The millennium debate often gets mired in abstract timelines, but Revelation 20 demands we focus on a different question: who actually reigns with Christ during this period? Malcolm and Slim unpack questions from Mosaic Waco's sermon series on Revelation.In review of Slim's sermon on Revelation 20, we discuss: pre-millennial, post-millennial, amillennial, and Pan-millenial views. In a moment when many Christians seek political power without the cross, Revelation offers the path to reigning with Christ necessarily involves suffering with him. We address other pressing questions like: what happens immediately after death? Wi...2025-05-151h 06
Theology In Pieces59 - "t"Send us a Question!The "t" in LGBTQ (Transgender) has become one of the most heated cultural flashpoints of our time, leaving many Christians struggling to respond with both theological faithfulness and Christ-like compassion. How do we understand gender dysphoria through a biblical lens while genuinely caring for those who experience it?Enter Dr. Mark Yarhouse, Director of the Sexual and Gender Identity Institute at Wheaton College and author of groundbreaking works like "Understanding Gender Dysphoria" and "Emerging Gender Identities." With over two decades of clinical experience and research, Dr. Yarhouse brings a rare combination...2025-04-301h 17
What in the Word?Is It Wrong to Want to Be Rich? | Malcolm Foley on 1 Timothy 6:6–10In this episode of What in the Word?, Malcolm Foley joins Kirk E. Miller to discuss the challenging passage of 1 Timothy 6:6–10. Together, they unpack Paul’s warnings about the desire for wealth and consider how the love of money is described as a root of all kinds of evil.Dr. Foley—pastor, scholar, and author—helps us think biblically about wealth, contentment, and how the church can resist the cultural pull toward materialism.Learn more and get special offers from Logos: https://www.logos.com/grow/witw-desire-for-wealth-1-timothy-6?utm_campaign...2025-04-3053 min
Kainos: Seeking the Multiethnic Church with Dr. Bryan LorittsDr. Malcolm FoleyIn this conversation, Pastor Bryan and Dr. Malcolm Foley talk about Dr. Foley's new book "The Anti-Greed Gospel" and explore the dynamics of multi-ethnic churches, emphasizing the importance of ethnic unity over mere diversity. They discuss the historical context of economic exploitation in America, its impact on racial dynamics, and the need for churches to address these issues. Dr. Foley highlights the role of historical figures in advocating for justice and the necessity of building communities of economic solidarity, creative anti-violence, and prophetic truth-telling as strategies to combat exploitation and promote unity within the church. We'll also explore the...2025-04-2900 min
Theology In Pieces58 - Despair, Hope, & This Present CrisisSend us a Question!As our nation grapples with what many are calling a constitutional crisis, how should Christians respond? Malcolm and Slim wade into these turbulent waters with theological depth and pastoral sensitivity as expressed in calling some christian's response to mass deportations a "Toxic Soup of Dumb." Malcolm opens with a profound meditation on the heart of the Christian faith—not political power or cultural dominance, but Christ's invitation to share in his relationship with the Father. This theological foundation becomes crucial as we tackle disturbing current events including deportations, executive overreach, and tr...2025-04-161h 03
The Biggest TableBecoming an Anti-Greed Community with Malcolm FoleyIn this episode of The Biggest Table, I welcome Malcolm Foley, a pastor, historian, and special advisor to the president for equity and campus engagement at Baylor University. We discuss Foley’s new book, 'The Anti Greed Gospel,' which addresses the connections between greed, racism, and the economic exploitation inherent in global systems. Foley advocates for a form of Christian socialism focused on sharing resources and combating exploitation and violence. Key topics include the role of the church in challenging societal injustices, the importance of deep economic solidarity, creative anti-violence, and prophetic truth-telling. The conversation also delves into ho...2025-04-081h 05
VoxologyThe Anti-Greed Gospel: How Greed Fuels Racism and What the Church Can Do About It - w/ Dr. Malcolm FoleyUnpacking the intersection of economics, race, and faith, Mike and Tim sit down with historian and theologian Dr. Malcolm Foley to explore the dangerous roots of racism in greed and how Christian communities can resist the power of money—biblically referred to as "Mammon." With incisive insight, emotional clarity, and a sense of urgency, Malcolm walks us through the key thesis of his new book, “The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward.” This challenging yet hopeful episode invites listeners to reimagine how th...2025-03-311h 17
Colored CommentaryHow Greed Fuels Racism: A Conversation with Malcolm FoleySend us a textIs money really the root of all evil? In this thought-provoking conversation, Malcolm Foley, author of Anti-Greed Gospel, challenges us to rethink our relationship with wealth through the lens of Jesus' teachings. In Matthew 6:24, Jesus makes it plain: "You cannot serve two masters." Yet, wealth is often the ultimate measure of success in American culture. Join Markus, Antwuan, and Malcolm as they dive into the uncomfortable but necessary conversation about greed, racism, the church, and what it truly means to follow Christ in a society obsessed with wealth.2025-03-241h 23
Theology In Pieces57 - Team Lamb vs. Team Dragon & The Politics of the Apocalypse.Send us a Question!What does the Book of Revelation actually reveal about our current political moment? Malcolm and Slim dive into this apocalyptic text to discover it's not as mysterious as we've been led to believe—it's a crystal-clear political critique that speaks directly to our time of tribal allegiances and corrupted power.We explore how Revelation sets up the ultimate conflict between "Team Lamb" (Christ) and "Team Dragon" (the devil and his systems of oppression), challenging listeners to examine where their true loyalties lie. Using recent political developments as touchpoints, we unpack how th...2025-03-201h 11
Pass The MicHow To Live When Mammon is on the Throne with Dr. Malcolm FoleyDr. Malcolm Foley serves as the Special Advisor to the President for Equity and Campus Engagement. In this role, Dr. Foley facilitates engagement and interaction with and among the many diverse members of our community and works collaboratively to develop initiatives designed to foster a welcoming and inclusive campus for all. Dr. Foley holds a B.A. in Religious Studies with a second major in Finance and a minor in Classics from Washington University in St. Louis. He then completed a Master of Divinity at Yale Divinity School, focusing on the theology of the early and medieval church, and a...2025-03-1736 min
Pass The MicHow To Live When Mammon is on the Throne with Dr. Malcolm FoleyDr. Malcolm Foley serves as the Special Advisor to the President for Equity and Campus Engagement. In this role, Dr. Foley facilitates engagement and interaction with and among the many diverse members of our community and works collaboratively to develop initiatives designed to foster a welcoming and inclusive campus for all.Dr. Foley holds a B.A. in Religious Studies with a second major in Finance and a minor in Classics from Washington University in St. Louis. He then completed a Master of Divinity at Yale Divinity School, focusing on the theology of the...2025-03-1737 min
Currents in ReligionThe Anti-Greed Gospel: A Conversation with Malcolm FoleyEpisode IntroIn today’s episode, the Rev. Dr. Malcolm Foley joins us again to discuss his recently published book, The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward (Brazos Press 2025). I can’t imagine a more relevant book for the church, given the intense economic anxiety that is so pervasive in America and beyond. I’m excited for you to hear from Malcolm about greed, racism, and how Christians might bear witness to the gospel economically.About the Gu...2025-03-1441 minPass The MicThe Anti-Greed Gospel with Dr. Malcolm FoleyDr. Malcolm Foley serves as the Special Advisor to the President for Equity and Campus Engagement. In this role, Dr. Foley facilitates engagement and interaction with and among the many diverse members of our community and works collaboratively to develop initiatives designed to foster a welcoming and inclusive campus for all.Dr. Foley holds a B.A. in Religious Studies with a second major in Finance and a minor in Classics from Washington University in St. Louis. He then completed a Master of Divinity at Yale Divinity School, focusing on the theology of the...2025-03-1036 min
The Holy Post659: The Root of Racism is Greed Not Hate with Malcolm FoleyAfter a made-for-T.V. meltdown in the Oval Office between President Trump and President Zelensky of Ukraine, the administration cut all military aid to Ukraine and sided with Russia instead. Will this cause some evangelicals to rethink their support for Trump, and if so where will they go? Two popular Christian books are saying that empathy is manipulative at best, or downright sinful at worst. Phil, Skye, and Kaitlyn examine their arguments. Most Christians probably believe that racism is rooted in hate or ignorance, but historian Malcolm Foley says it’s really all about greed. Until we understand the eco...2025-03-051h 31
Gravity Commons PodcastMalcolm Foley: How the Love of Money is the Root of RacismWe talked with pastor and historian Malcolm Foley about the not-well-known-enough truth that racism is NOT about hate and ignorance; it's about greed. And it always has been.Foley's new book The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward explores how the desire for power and money causes violence and exploitation, rooted in racial ideology as its justification.Malcom Foley is a pastor, historian, and speaker who serves as special adviser to the president for equity and campus engagement at...2025-03-0454 min
Theology In Pieces56 - The Anti-Greed Gospel: A Revolutionary Conversation with Malcolm Foley on the Battle with Mammon.Send us a Question!Join us as we engage in a profound discussion addressing greed's pervasive and insidious influence in our lives. In this episode, we welcome our own, Malcolm Foley, author of "The Anti-Greed Gospel," who offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of money, race, and spirituality. As we navigate the complexities of our modern world, this new world order with the new administration, Malcolm reiterates how greed perpetuates a cycle of exploitation, violence, and lies that affect all areas of our life.Malcolm shares his insights on how the church can actively...2025-02-281h 25
Peace TalksDr. Malcolm Foley: The Anti-Greed GospelDr. Malcolm Foley joins Mariah Humphries and Katie Mullin for a surprisingly joyful episode of Peace Talks. While explaining how greed is at the root of racism, Dr. Foley reveals beautiful truths about Jesus and the Church. This episode is full of 'aha' moments that challenge the American way of living.Malcolm Foley (PhD, Baylor University) is a pastor, historian, and speaker who serves as special adviser to the president for equity and campus engagement at Baylor University. He has written for Christianity Today, The Anxious Bench, and Mere Orthodoxy. His book, The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the...2025-02-2548 min
The Beached White Male Podcast with Ken KempS5E10 - The Anti-Greed Gospel with author Malcolm FoleySend us a textKen welcomes pastor, historian, and special advisor to the President at Baylor University, Dr. Malcolm Foley. Just this month, his new book - The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward - has just been released. Dr. Foley shares something of his faith and spiritual journey. As an undergraduate at Washington University in St. Louis, he majored in Finance and the Classics. After earning an M. Div. at Yale Divinity School, he completed his Ph.D. at Baylor...2025-02-231h 02
Shifting CultureEp. 270 Malcolm Foley - The Anti-Greed GospelMalcolm Foley has written a book that addresses some of the deepest and most intractable problems in American life - racism, violence, and greed. But his diagnosis is not what you might expect. Foley argues that the root of these evils is not just racial animus or a lust for power, but something far more fundamental - the worship of Mammon, the love of money and material wealth. In this conversation, Foley takes us on a sweeping journey, from the history of lynching in America to the cosmic battle between God and the idolatry of riches. He shows how...2025-02-1147 min
Faithful PoliticsThe Anti-Greed Gospel: How Wealth and Racism are Connected with Dr. Malcolm FoleyHave a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn this thought-provoking episode of Faithful Politics, co-hosts Josh Burtram and Will Wright sit down with Dr. Malcolm Foley, a historian, pastor, and advisor at Baylor University, to discuss his latest book, The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward. Dr. Foley unpacks the historical and theological connections between greed, economic exploitation, and racial violence, challenging the conventional narratives about race and...2025-02-1159 min
Theology in the RawGreed, Racism, and the Nonviolent Revolution of Jesus: Dr. Malcolm FoleyDr. Malcolm Foley (PhD, Baylor University) is a pastor, historian and speaker who serves as special advisor to the president for equity and campus engagement at Baylor University. He is the author of the upcoming book, The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward--If you've enjoyed this content, please subscribe to my channel!Support Theology in the Raw through Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintherawOr you can support me directly thr...2025-02-101h 10
How to Heal Our DividesMalcolm Foley for “The Anti-Greed Gospel"Please enjoy this interview with Malcolm Foley for “The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward”
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Find Your Next CallingMalcolm Foley for “The Anti-Greed Gospel"Please enjoy this interview with Malcolm Foley for “The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward”
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Faith and Justice Book GroupMalcolm Foley for “The Anti-Greed Gospel"Please enjoy this interview with Malcolm Foley for “The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward”
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The New Evangelicals Podcast355. TNE TALKS: Understanding the Anti-Greed Gospel with Malcolm FoleyIn this TALKS Episode Tim engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Malcolm Foley about his book, 'Anti-Greed Gospel.' They explore the intricate relationship between greed and racism, delving into historical contexts, the implications of racial capitalism, and the biblical perspectives on wealth. The discussion highlights how greed has been a driving force behind systemic racism and social injustices, urging listeners to reconsider their understanding of meritocracy and the role of Christian communities in addressing these issues.Malcolm's Book | Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How...2025-01-271h 11The New Evangelicals Podcast355. TNE TALKS: Understanding the Anti-Greed Gospel with Malcolm FoleyIn this TALKS Episode Tim engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Malcolm Foley about his book, 'Anti-Greed Gospel.' They explore the intricate relationship between greed and racism, delving into historical contexts, the implications of racial capitalism, and the biblical perspectives on wealth. The discussion highlights how greed has been a driving force behind systemic racism and social injustices, urging listeners to reconsider their understanding of meritocracy and the role of Christian communities in addressing these issues.Malcolm's Book | Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money Is the Root of Racism and How...2025-01-271h 11
That Makes Total Sense!Episode 284 – Malcolm FoleyThat Makes Total Sense! regular, the Rev. Dr. Malcolm Foley, is back on the podcast and I could not be more psyched! His new book, The Anti-Greed Gospel releases next month and I cannot wait for it to hit the shelves. If you’re as intrigued as I was, even by the title and sub-title alone, … Continue reading Episode 284 – Malcolm Foley2025-01-201h 12
Disarming Leviathan - Missionaries to Christian NationalistsHow Greed Empowers Nationalism, Racism, and Violence w/ Malcolm FoleyIn this episode, Rev. Malcolm Foley joins Caleb to unpack the insidious role greed plays in fueling some of the most pressing evils of our time—racism, Christian Nationalism, and violence. They explore how greed distorts systems and relationships, driving division and oppression, and how the Gospel of Jesus offers a transformative path forward.About Malcolm Malcolm Foley is a pastor, historian, and speaker who serves as special adviser to the president for equity and campus engagement at Baylor University. He has written for Christianity Today, The Anxious Bench, and Mere Orthodoxy. Foley copastors Mosaic Waco, a mu...2025-01-1043 min
Gifts and GracesOtis W. Pickett, Malcolm Foley, Ansley Quiros and Patrick Connelly | Using Practices of Lament in Contexts of InjusticeOn this episode of Gifts and Graces we get to hear from Dr. Otis W. Pickett, Dr. Malcolm Foley, Ansley Quiros, and Patrick Connelly on using practices of lament in contexts of injustice. Dr. Pickett is a historian of religion in the U.S. South at Clemson University. Dr. Foley is Special Advisor to the President for Equity and Campus Engagement at Baylor University. Ansley L. Quiros is an associate professor of history at the University of North Alabama. Patrick Connelly is an associate professor of history at Mississippi College. This episode was originally recorded as a seminar delivered at...2024-11-1157 minTheology In Pieces52 - Who Are Evangelicals, Again? With Dr. Ansley Quiros and Dr. Jacob RandolphSend us a Question!Today we have a packed house with not 1, not 2, but 3 historians weighing in on the question Who are Evangelicals? With 81% of white evangelicals voting in one direction, it caused us to ask... what is it that holds evangelicals together? You may be surprised by our conclusions. We had a long but fantastic discussion including terrible tweets and responding to the most recent presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Have a listen and let us know what you think! Resources Referenced:Who Are Evangelicals, Again? Two H...2024-09-131h 29Theology In Pieces48 - Politics and Third-Way-ismSend us a Question!On Today's Episode we respond to the horrific assassination attempt on former President Trump's life. What does this mean for our country? What spiritually can we glean from his life being spared? Did God save Trump? Does Ephesians 6:11 play a part? Then we wrestle with Adam Joyce's article on Christianity and Third-Way-ism, titled "If there is a “third way”, this isn’t it: How Christian centrists acquiesce to America’s broken political system." Why are Christians so woefully prepared to talk about politics? Is it because we've been discipled t...2024-07-1856 min