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What Most Don’t Realize About American Christianity
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- May 29, 2026
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Summary
In this interview, host Mike Slater sits down with classicist and author Spencer Klavan to explore the origins of American Christianity and the cultural forces that shaped its early development. They discuss how theology, politics, and history intersected in the formation of American religious identity. The conversation challenges common assumptions and uncovers surprising layers of influence behind one of America’s most defining traditions.