Press, appearances & coverage
Leigh In the Media
Scholar, former Air Force Reserve chaplain candidate, and public intellectual, bringing rigorous, women-centered perspectives on history, theology, and culture to audiences across the country. Plus, 250k+ followers online!
Immigration
Interview with local Great Falls activist, author, blogger and web designer Leigh Larson, about her recent trips to Sweden and the US-Mexico border, and their possible implications on future US Immigration policy.
Children’s Books
Host Matt Donnelly interview local author and entrepreneur Leigh Larson talking about her business CreativeLeigh Digital and her latest book "The Adventures of Miss Leigh and Professor Huckleberry."
Pope Leo and Christian Nationalism
Theologian & Tiktoker Leigh Larson Explains Why Pope Leo Is A Great Choice For Combating Toxicity In Christianity in Rush Hour with David Neal.
Project 2025
Jadonna chats with Leigh Larson, Project 2025 scholar and speaker about staying informed, avoiding fear-mongering, and speaking with in-groups about social change on Jadonna Live.
Theology
In this vibrant episode of Adding Context, Leigh Larson, the force behind @followtheleighder, shares the origin of her unique platform blending outdoor adventures, activism, and theological insights.
Theology
In this week's main episode, Matthew and Keith are joined by Leigh Larson and Andrea Butler to discuss the recent "Manosphere" documentary on Netflix, produced by Louis Theroux.
Podcasts & Radio
Iran War: Holy War?
Theologian & Tiktoker Leigh Larson Explains the Holy War rhetoric.
Political Language
Welcome to episode 8! This was filmed on 5/7/2025, we are joined by Russell Cleveland and Leigh Larson. On this episode of Strangers Talking Politics we discuss Universal childcare, voter turn out in Missoula, MT and the politicization of language.
Theology
In this week's main episode, Matthew and Keith sit down with Doug Pagitt and Leigh Larson to discuss the intersection of the USA's current foreign policy and war with Iran, and white Christian Nationalism.
Christian Nationalism
@followtheleighder joins Michael Regilio on Dogma Debate to discuss Christian Nationalism in US military chaplaincy. More at dogmadebate.com
Supporting Local Libraries
Leigh Larson of Creativeleigh Digital talks about why she has a library card and what she gets out of coming to the Great Falls Public Library
Theology
This week, Julie & Brandy talk to a former Military Chaplain Candidate about how Christian Nationalism is the driving force behind America’s involvement in the war in Iran. The conversation is incredibly disturbing, extremely enlightening, and ultimately… VERY depressing.
Published Writings
Read my article for Religion Dispatches on Hegseth’s Office of Religious Affairs
Read my blog for Rotary 360 following my visit with Scottish Rotary clubs and Taylor Swift concert.
Read my article for Religion Dispatches on the capture of US military chaplaincy
Read my blog for Girl Scouts of MT & WY about my childhood in Girl Scouts and tips for future Scouts.
Read my article for Quaker House on why pacifists are needed in the War Room
Read my blog for Week of Compassion about my summer in Pakistan serving women, children, and refugees amidst climate and humanitarian crises.
Featured in Inkstick Media interview on how religious nationalism captures a military
Read my blog for Quaker House about Christian Dominionism in history
Featured in Rotary 360 interview on Life Quakes
Facing the Heat: Community Voices on Climate Change in Pakistan film production credit for CWSA
Academia
2026 Master of Theological Studies Phillips Theological Seminary.
2026 HELM Global Theological Fellow
2025 Stone-Campbell Conference Graduate Essay Finalist,
2025 Stone-Campbell Student Scholar
2025 Scholar Award
2025 Thesis: Christian Nationalism in US Military Chaplaincy, supervised by Dr. Warren Carter
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations University of Texas at Austin · 2016 Presidential Scholar · Jefferson Scholar Focus: International Relations, African Studies & Environmental Science. Student Government agency director. Hook ‘em.
Front-end + UX Engineering: Turing School of Software & Design. Peer-selected commencement speaker. 1st Place Group App competition.
Press Inquiries
For interview requests, press coverage, and media appearances, reach out directly.
leigh [@] followtheleighder.com