New Episode: Matthew Boedy on the Seven Mountains Mandate and the Threat to Democracy

Our latest episode of the Mapping the Doctrine of Discovery Podcast is now live, and it’s one you won’t want to miss.

Hosts Philip P. Arnold and Sandy Bigtree sit down with Matthew Boedy, author of the timely new book The Seven Mountains Mandate: Exposing the Dangerous Plan to Christianize America and Destroy Democracy, to unpack a powerful and often overlooked movement reshaping American politics.

About the Guest

Matthew Boedy is an associate professor of rhetoric and composition at the University of North Georgia. His scholarship explores the intersections of religion, politics, and public discourse—making him uniquely positioned to analyze the rhetoric and ideology driving Christian nationalism today.

What You’ll Learn

In this episode, Boedy breaks down the Seven Mountains Mandate––a movement within certain Christian circles that seeks dominion over seven key spheres of American society: government, education, media, arts and entertainment, religion, family, and business. He traces its historical roots, its connections to the Doctrine of Discovery, and its alarming implications for democracy and Indigenous sovereignty.

The conversation also exploresTurning Point USA, the organization founded by Charlie Kirk that has grown from a college student group into a nationwide movement with a $100 million budget. Boedy reveals how TPUSA targets these seven cultural institutions, aiming to replace secular influences with Christian ones.

Why This Matters

Understanding the Seven Mountains Mandate is essential for anyone concerned about the future of pluralism, religious freedom, and democratic governance in America. This episode connects the dots between dominionist theology, colonization, and modern political agendas—offering critical insight into ongoing threats to Indigenous rights and American democracy.

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