Chapter
The Rise of Jerry Falwell Sr.
28:55 - 34:26 (05:31)
Jerry Falwell Sr. turned away from the darkness of the world of man and aligned himself with the light of the world of God early in his career, becoming one of the first to make a televangelist thing as the foundation of his career.
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In this humorous conversation, the hosts discuss bagel flavors and nicknames while making pop culture references.
28:55 - 30:13 (01:18)
Summary
In this humorous conversation, the hosts discuss bagel flavors and nicknames while making pop culture references.
ChapterThe Rise of Jerry Falwell Sr.
EpisodePart One: Jerry Falwell: Founder of the Religious Right
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Jerry Falwell's conversion to Christianity began when he learned that the world was run by Satan, while the world of God was ruled by Jesus, and it was further strengthened when he asked for recommendations on a church with preaching like Charles Fuller's show.
30:13 - 32:31 (02:17)
Summary
Jerry Falwell's conversion to Christianity began when he learned that the world was run by Satan, while the world of God was ruled by Jesus, and it was further strengthened when he asked for recommendations on a church with preaching like Charles Fuller's show. He was also involved in theft during his senior year in school.
ChapterThe Rise of Jerry Falwell Sr.
EpisodePart One: Jerry Falwell: Founder of the Religious Right
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The early televangelists in America, including Jerry Falwell, were influenced by figures such as Percy Crawford and Charles Coughlin in their efforts to create a media empire based on preaching.
32:32 - 34:26 (01:54)
Summary
The early televangelists in America, including Jerry Falwell, were influenced by figures such as Percy Crawford and Charles Coughlin in their efforts to create a media empire based on preaching. Falwell's program, The Old Time Gospel Hour, mirrored the radio preacher his mother had admired, solidifying his commitment to the religious cause.