Joel Osteen
The Far Right Is Spreading Misinformation Claiming the Lakewood Church Shooter Was Trans
Libs of TikTok and Elon Musk rushed to spread the misinformation as part of the far right’s desperate push to make “trans terrorism” a thing.
Abortion Activists Stripped Down to Their Underwear at Joel Osteen’s Megachurch
“It’s my body, my fucking choice!” one activist shouted before being escorted out of the church as congregants cheered.
Kanye Is Spreading the Gospel of Conspiracy Theories
The rapper visited Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church to share his thoughts on media "indoctrination" that lowers "kids' superpower and esteem."
This Joel Osteen Impersonator Conned His Way into a Massive Church Event
VICE went to LA to meet Michael Klimkowski, a struggling comedian who made headlines with his spot-on impersonation of the televangelist.
In My Experience, Evangelicalism Has Always Been About the Dollar Bills
Churches are increasingly run like mega-corporations. Is it so much to ask to provide measurable community services?
Rick from 'Rick and Morty' Prank Called Joel Osteen's Church
Co-creator Justin Roiland cranked the megachurch's prayer line to raise money for Harvey victims.
The VICE Morning Bulletin
At least 20 dead in Texas floods, North Korea threatens more unrest in Pacific, Joel Osteen opens doors to flood evacuees, and more.
A Slimmer Thug: We Had a Very Healthy Lunch with a Very Positive Slim Thug
We took Slim Thug to one of New York's top vegan restaurants to discuss his humanitarian work, his new diet, and his new album, 'American King.'
Hallowed Be Thy Name Brand: The Religious Consumerism of Megachurch Pastor Joel Osteen
Does God want you to be rich and well-fed? Osteen and his disciples say yes, of course!
What Celebrities Eat at Golden Corral
David Lynch goes over to the steak station where a guy in a white coat asks him how he wants his steak cooked. David Lynch asks if he can just have a raw piece of the meat. The cook says that’s not allowed. David Lynch asks why that’s not allowed. The...