From Print to Presidents: Stephen Strang’s Journey in Christian Media and Politics

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: [email protected] this episode of Faithful Politics, Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram sit down with Stephen Strang, the founder and CEO of Charisma Media, to talk about his journey as a Christian media mogul. Stephen’s been named one of Time Magazine's 25 most influential evangelicals and has interviewed several U.S. presidents. The conversation covers how he started Charisma Magazine back in 1975 during the Charismatic movement and turned it into a major player in Christian publishing.Stephen opens up about the challenges and rewards of leading a faith-based media company, including navigating changes in the industry and staying true to his mission of sharing Christian stories. He shares some personal experiences, like his thoughts on interviewing Donald Trump, why he decided to write books about Trump, and what it’s like being a Christian voice in today’s divided political climate.The episode also dives into the balance between faith and politics. Stephen talks about how he reconciles supporting Trump, a controversial figure, with his Christian beliefs and how he sees Trump as a leader chosen for this moment in history, flaws and all. He offers a unique perspective on why so many evangelicals back Trump and shares insights on the power of prayer and divine guidance in leadership.Guest Bio:Stephen Strang is the best-selling author of God and Donald Trump, which was brandished by the president at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, in 2018. The founder and CEO of Charisma Media, Strang was voted by Time magazine as one of the twenty-five most influential Evangelicals in America. He has interviewed four US presidents and has been featured on Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, CBN, Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk, The DailyCaller.com, and many Christian outlets.Support the showKeep the conversation going.Want to learn more about Faithful Politics, suggest a future guest, or connect with us directly?Visit our website:faithfulpoliticspodcast.comBrowse our bookstore, featuring books from many of our guests:faithfulpoliticspodcast.com/bookstoreSupport the show and help us keep these conversations going:patreon.com/cw/FaithfulPoliticsSubscribe for behind-the-scenes content, reflections, and updates:faithfulpolitics.substack.comContact the hosts:Josh Burtram, Faithful Host: [email protected] Wright, Political Host: [email protected] Faithful Politics:Instagram: faithful_politicsFacebook: FaithfulPoliticsPodcast