Brian and Josh enter the Blood Zone to explain how Christian conservatives were transformed into one of the most powerful blocs in contemporary US politics. For more from Josh Boerman and Brian Alford:– Listen to their podcast, The Worst of All Possible Worlds– Listen to Josh’s podcast with June Sternbach, Ill Conceived– Follow Josh, Brian, TWOAPW and Ill Conceived on Bluesky Image: President George W. Bush attending a National Day of Prayer ceremony at the White House on May 3, 2007. Seated beside him are Dr. James Dobson (founder of the right-wing evangelical organisation Focus on the Family) and his wife Shirley. Blood Work is a Scam Goldin ProductionThis episode was produced by Thomas O’MahonyOur theme song is ‘Dream Weapon’ by Genghis TronOur artwork is provided courtesy of KT KobelIf you enjoyed this episode:– Support Blood Work via Patreon– Leave a rating or review on your podcast app– Follow us on Bluesky / Instagram / Twitter THIS WEEK IN VIOLENCE: The Eleventh NightALSO AVAILABLE IN AUDIOFor this week’s newsletter we’re returning to Northern Ireland to examine a recent story about alleged hate crimes being perpetrated in connection with traditional Loyalist celebrations. (Yes, shocker.)