Best American Academy Of Religion Podcasts (2025)

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The RSN Podcast: In Conversation with William Calvo-Quirós 28:36

16d ago28:36

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William Calvo-Quirós, associate professor of American culture at the University of Michigan and winner of the 2023 Best First Book in the History of Religions Award from AAR speaks to Kristian Petersen about his book, Undocumented Saints: The Politics of Migrating Devotions (Oxford University Press, 2022).…

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Fr. Boniface Hicks (Monk): Becoming a Man in a World That Wants You Passive 1:06:18

3d ago1:06:18

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What does it take to become a man of clarity, courage, and spiritual fire in a world that wants you passive, distracted, and numb? Today, John Heinen welcomes Fr. Boniface Hicks—Benedictine monk, spiritual director, and author. For over 20 years, Fr. Boniface has guided men through spiritual warfare, identity crises, and the hidden wounds that keep…

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Prizmah Podcast Live: Bimkomenu–Seizing Place-Based Learning Opportunities with the Seattle Sephardic Heritage Initiative 57:24

10d ago57:24

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With a "Culture of Belonging" microgrant from Prizmah, the Seattle Jewish Community School launched a Seattle Sephardic Heritage Initiative in the fall of 2023, in partnership with the Jewish Day School of Metropolitan Seattle. At its inception, this program aimed to introduce 5th graders from both schools to the distinctive Sephardic roots of Seat…

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3 Mental Habits Secretly Destroying You 56:51

10d ago56:51

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Every man fights invisible battles—fear, self-doubt, shame, and the lies he tells himself over and over about who he is and what he is good at. In this episode, John Heinen sits down with Devin Schadt to expose the real front line of spiritual warfare and personal growth: your thoughts. Together, they unpack how negative thinking becomes a self-ful…

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Settler Colonialism and Drivers of Anti-Israel Sentiment with Eric Kaufmann and Adam Kirsch, Manhattan Institute 1:39

10d ago1:39

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Settler Colonialism and Drivers of Anti-Israel Sentiment with Eric Kaufmann and Adam Kirsch, Manhattan Institute by Eric KaufmannBy Eric Kaufmann

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5.17 Flourishing Kin, with Yuria Celidwen 1:09:04

12d ago1:09:04

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This episode features Yuria Celidwen, PhD, a native of Indigenous Nahua and Maya lineages from the highlands of Chiapas, Mexico. We discuss her work as a scholar, researcher, and writer working at the intersection of Indigenous studies, cultural psychology, and contemplative sciences. We focus in particular on her book, Flourishing Kin: Indigenous …

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Trump Trade War | EP #261 | We Are Winning | HEBROES | Royce White & Professor Penn 2:00:27

15d ago2:00:27

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By Royce White

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How to Win the Spiritual Battle No One Prepares You For w/ T.K. Coleman 1:14:14

17d ago1:14:14

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Men grow up with emotions they can't understand or explain—impatience, anger, frustration, even loneliness or sadness—and because they lack the framework for how to work with these emotions they are ultimately controlled by them. In this episode, John Heinen sits down with T.K. Coleman—top 100 podcaster (The Minimalists) and author of Emotional Clu…

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Claim Your Peace to Start your Day with Success 16:08

17d ago16:08

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Send us a text Have you ever woken up full of negative thoughts or feelings? Those thoughts and feelings can quickly snowball and make the rest of your day pretty awful. Being confronted with negativity first thing in the day is very common. But when you have a dedicated spiritual practice to turn to in the morning, you can quickly shift things. In…

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Stephen A. Smith Interview | EP #260 | American Politics & MAGA | Royce White x Stephen A. Smith 43:33

19d ago43:33

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By Royce White

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Joe Hart CEO: This is How to Take Command 40:47

24d ago40:47

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What does it take to master fear, stress, and anxiety in a world that constantly challenges men's confidence? Today, John Heinen welcomes Joe Hart, the transformational CEO of Dale Carnegie and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of 'Take Command.' As a converted lawyer leading a 100-year-old global organization while raising six children, Hart …

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American Liberty: How Is It Secured? (Federalist 51 Part 2) 24:07

26d ago24:07

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In Federalist 51, the author asserts that the legislative branch is always the strongest branch in a republic. Why, and is this true? The founders wanted a government that helped people enjoy their liberty, but has the definition of liberty changed? Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in God’s Country, at most bookstores in paperback and hardcover. Laurie’s…

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On American Reformer podcast 1:06:06

25d ago1:06:06

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Eric Kaufmann, professor of Politics at the University of Buckingham, comes on to talk about his new book "The Third Awokening" and the future of immigration, populism, and the cultural left. #EricKaufmann #Politics #UK #US #Woke #Left #Liberal #Right #Conservative #TheThirdAwokening Eric is now Professor of Politics at the University of Buckingham…

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5.16 Mother, Creature, Kin, with Chelsea Steinauer-Scudder 54:53

27d ago54:53

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This episode features Chelsea Steinauer-Scudder, a writer at the confluence of relationship to place with experiences of the sacred. She has a masters of theological studies from Harvard Divinity School, and she's worked as a staff writer and editor for Emergence Magazine. Her writings have been published in numerous venues. We talk about her perso…

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Hebroes Returns | EP #259 | Israel and Antisemitism? | Royce White & Professor Penn 1:59:34

1M ago1:59:34

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By Royce White

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‘Eric Kaufmann on Liberal Overreach,’ on Andrew Sullivan’s Dishcast 2:11:59

1M ago2:11:59

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Eric is a professor of politics at the University of Buckingham, where he runs the new Centre for Heterodox Social Science. He’s also an adjunct fellow at the Manhattan Institute. His new book is The Third Awokening: A 12-Point Plan for Rolling Back Progressive Extremism (its title in the UK is Taboo: How Making Race Sacred Produced a Cultural Revo…

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The No.1 Reason Boys Don't Grow Up: We are Making Dangerous, Depressed, and Lonely Men! 51:47

1M ago51:47

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What happens when more boys have smartphones than fathers in their homes? A groundbreaking UK research study called 'Lost Boys' has revealed alarming trends about young men today. John Heinen and Devin Schadt welcome back three-time guest Jim O'Day to respond to and unpack this landmark research and its implications. Together, they examine how the …

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Royce White Returns! | EP #258 | Democrats becoming MAGA | Royce White 1:53:22

1M ago1:53:22

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By Royce White

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5.15 Trees for Earth Day, with Beth Nortcross, Leah Rampy, & Laura Pustarfi 58:12

1M ago58:12

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On this special Earth Day episode, we feature the work of three writers who focus on the wonderful world of trees: Beth Norcross, Leah Rampy, and Laura Pustarfi. Beth and Leah are the authors of the new book (released on Earth Day 2025), Discovering the Spiritual Wisdom of Trees. Laura is the editor of an anthology (co-edited with David Macauley), …

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Are Checks and Balances Necessary in the US Constitution? (Federalist 51, Part 1) 21:23

1M ago21:23

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The American founders were concerned about one branch of government becoming too powerful and trampling on the freedoms of Americans by suppressing the other branches’ freedom. Here Madison or Hamilton (which one is not clear) discusses how the new constitution tries to reduce the chances of this happening through separation of powers and checks an…

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Victory Over Bad Habits: The 3 Battles Every Man Faces 51:06

1M ago51:06

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What starts as a small vice for men spirals into continuous sin, addiction, and spiritual destruction. Today, John Heinen and Devin Schadt tackle three devastating habits that plague virtually every man's journey. They reveal the surprising connection between self-perception and our most dangerous tendencies, showing how both thinking too little an…

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Ep. 36 – Re-Enchanting the World with Joshua Michael Schrei 1:11:49

2M ago1:11:49

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Re-enchanting the world with God, the beloved, Omid Safi and teacher Joshua Michael Schrei explore the push-and-pull relationship we have with the divine. Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. This week on Sufi Heart, Omid and Joshua get in…

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3 Things Daughters Are Longing to Hear From Their Father 56:20

2M ago56:20

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As fathers of seven daughters between them, John Heinen and Devin Schadt understand the vital importance of authentic fatherhood. Statistics show girls without proper paternal presence are 4x more likely to face teen pregnancy, 2x more likely to battle depression, and a staggering 6x more likely to attempt suicide. Many end up trapped in cycles of …

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Royce White KSTP Interview | EP #257 | Royce White 1:11:31

2M ago1:11:31

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By Royce White

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The RSN Podcast: In Conversation with AAR Book Award Winner Mary Dunn 29:43

2M ago29:43

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Mary Dunn — professor of Modern Christianity in the department of theological studies at Saint Louis University, director of the Center for Research on Global Catholicism, and winner of the 2023 AAR Book Award for Excellence in the Study of Religion: Historical Studies — discusses her book Where Paralytics Walk and the Blind See with Kristian Peter…

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Research Corner: Jewish Creativity and Education 48:40

2M ago48:40

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Rabbi Dena Glasgow is the Director of Jewish Education at Gann Academy in Waltham, Massachusetts, where she is responsible for both the Jewish Studies Department and the Hebrew Department. She is also part of the instructional leadership team. Sheri Gross is the Director of Arts, Culture, and Creative Programming at Gross Schechter Day School in Cl…

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5.14 Cathy Coleman and the Life and Legacy of Ralph Metzner 54:02

2M ago54:02

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This episode features Cathy Coleman, Ph.D., a former dean of students at California Institute of Integral Studies, president of Kepler College, and director of IONS’ EarthRise Retreat Center. We discuss her new anthology, Ralph Metzner, Explorer of Consciousness: The Life and Legacy of a Psychedelic Pioneer. Cathy was Ralph Metzner’s wife of 31 yea…

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Academy Nominated Director: The Hidden Agenda and Protecting Our Children 1:05:08

2M ago1:05:08

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Timothy Reckart, nominated multiple times for Academy Awards, has 4 children and has gained exclusive insights into the political agenda in the film industry targeted at children. These insights have led him and other top-tier filmmakers to launch Sycamore Studios to combat this agenda. In this interview, John Heinen and Tim discuss his journey as …

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Hodgetwins Interview | EP #256 | Royce White 3:02:48

2M ago3:02:48

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By Royce White

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Madison Would Be Surprised — and Disappointed (Federalist 10, Part 4) 20:58

2M ago20:58

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James Madison tried hard to faction-proof the US Constitution, but he did not anticipate the effects of instant media and the massification of modern populations. Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in God’s Country, at most bookstores in paperback and hardcover. Laurie’s book on Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 The Maurin Academy: https://pmaurin.org Support…

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Did Madison Foresee the Demise of Democracy? (Federalist 10, Part 3) 29:04

2M ago29:04

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Madison devoted the majority of Federalist paper #10 to the dangers of a violent majority faction and corrupt demagogues. In this part of the paper, we see Madison hoping that a large republic will prevent such a faction from existing, or if it exists, will blunt its ability to tyrannize over the rest of the citizens. Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in …

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Captain America Sparks Debate: The Death of the American Male 52:38

2M ago52:38

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Marvel's Captain America, Anthony Mackie, recently spoke out about the "death of the American male". Which he states we have been living through for the last two decades. He then goes on to answer what makes a man and how to raise sons. However, does he get it right? Today, John Heinen and Devin Schadt unpack Mackie's provocative comments, explore …

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Research Encounter: What the Latest Research Reveals About Jewish Day Schools 15:56

2M ago15:56

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Prizmah's Director of Knowledge, Research, and Data Odelia Epstein discusses three timely studies transforming how we understand Jewish day school education today: • An early preview of findings from the first full census of Jewish day schools since 2018-19, revealing Prizmah network schools trends in enrollment. • A study showing that new families…

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'In Pursuit of Ideological Balance with Eric Kaufmann,' on The Contrarian with David Bernstein 47:31

2M ago47:31

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The Contrarian with David Bernstein#podcast #college #freespeech #antisemitism https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_xvKsZQxPQJoin David Bernstein and Eric Kaufmann in an enlightening conversation about political bias in academia. Kaufmann shares data revealing a left-leaning bias in various fields, prompting discussions on its impact on academic freed…

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A.J. Barker | EP #255 | Crown of Thorns Academy | The Last Renaissance | Royce White 1:49:58

2M ago1:49:58

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By Royce White

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Prizmah Podcast Live: Hebrew Education from Curriculum to Proficiency 52:09

2M ago52:09

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Tune in to this Prizmah Podcast Live with The Epstein School in Atlanta's Idit Bendavid and David Welsher to hear how the school built its own Hebrew program—one that puts students at the heart of the learning process. Explore the shift from a rigid curriculum to a student-centered, proficiency-based approach that prioritizes real-world communicati…

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Terror of Demons: The 4 Pillars Everyone Should Know to Improve Your Life 1:34:36

2M ago1:34:36

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Who was St. Joseph in real life? Not some distant figure on a pedestal. No, he was a flesh-and-blood man. He had to pray, listen to God, and live chastely. Picture a man wrestling with his longing for greatness and his desire to serve God. There were times when St. Joseph didn’t know what to do. He felt helpless. But he knew where to turn: God. And…

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5.13 Philosophy, Ecology, and Conversion with Russell Duvernoy 58:08

3M ago58:08

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This episode features Russell Duvernoy, PhD, Associate Professor of Philosophy at King's University College at Western University in London, Ontario. We discuss Russell’s engagement with process philosophies, environmental philosophy, contemporary Continental philosophy, and comparative philosophy (including classical Daoism, Mahayana Buddhist phil…

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James Madison Warns Against Violent Majority Factions & Demagogues (Federalist 10, Part 2) 22:41

3M ago22:41

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Laurie continues her series of Federalist 10 and 51. This is the second video on Federalist 10, heading into how to handle the effects of a violent faction of the majority, and the threat of demagogues. Get Laurie’s book, The Gap in God’s Country at most bookstores in paperback and hardcover. Laurie’s book on Kindle: https://a.co/d/9m0zrg8 The Maur…

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The Forge with Harrison Pitt - Part I - The Race Taboo and Fate of White Majorities 1:14:24

3M ago1:14:24

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pNFj5ljED8The European Conservative proudly presents “The Forge,” a new monthly programme which aims to revive the art of Socratic dialogue and intellectual combat at a time when, across the legacy institutions of the Western world, vulgar sophistry and intolerant conformism appear to reign supreme. Presented by Har…

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The Wicked Art of Technology | EP #254 | How Women Have Been Tricked | Royce White 1:52:31

3M ago1:52:31

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By Royce White

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New Dialectic of Enlightenment Reading Group Starting March 19, 2025 19:28

3M ago19:28

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You can find out more about this reading group and the ways to join here: https://pmaurin.org/reading-dialectic-of-enlightenment-with-jakob-hanschu/ Support us on Patreon at any level and get in on Jakob’s reading group and more: https://patreon.com/maurinacademy Political Philosophy Podcast: https://political-philosophy.com Dustbowl Diatribes and …

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Federalist 10 Deciphered: Madison on the Dangers of Factions and the Separation of Powers (Part 1) 25:20

3M ago25:20

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Laurie begins a short series on Federalist 10 and 51, untangling the antiquated language of these important writings by the American founders having to do with important constitutional principles such as the separation of powers and checks and balances. She starts with Federalist 10 and the question of how to stop violent factions from overtaking a…

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Dan Schultz | EP #253 | Trump Endorsed Precinct Strategy | Royce White 1:20:58

3M ago1:20:58

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By Royce White

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They Are Coming for Our Children 55:16

3M ago55:16

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WARNING: Adult Content is Discussed. The greatest generals study their enemies to win battles and wars—what about those enemies coming after your children? Do you know how to identify these threats, understand how they distort reality, and, most importantly, protect and guide your kids? In this episode, John and Devin reveal 3 key enemies targeting…

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Steve Bannon on GBNews | EP #252 | Justice, Revenge and Trump 2.0 | Royce White 1:27:05

3M ago1:27:05

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By Royce White

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Ep. 35 – Deepening Faith Through Inter-Spirituality with Mike Petrow and Drew Jackson 49:21

3M ago49:21

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Omid Safi sits down with Mike Petrow and Drew Jackson from The Center for Action and Contemplation, founded by Franciscan friar Richard Rohr, to explore how a unified approach to spirituality can deepen our faith. This podcast was originally published on the Everything Belongs Podcast, produced by The Center for Action and Contemplation (CFAC). The…

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FBI Director Kash Patel | EP #251 | Royce White 1:05:01

3M ago1:05:01

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By Royce White

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5.12 Rewilding Christianity with Rev. Dr. Lisa Dahill 57:04

3M ago57:04

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This episode of Spotlights features the Rev. Dr. Lisa Dahill, Miriam Therese Winter Chair for Transformative Leadership and Spirituality and Director of the Center for Transformative Spirituality at Hartford International University for Religion and Peace. We talk about her personal and professional engagement with ecological theology, her study of…

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FIRE faculty network debate on lack of political diversity in universities 2:07:36

3M ago2:07:36

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Professors Pippa Norris (Harvard University), Jon Shields (Claremont McKenna College), and Eric Kaufmann (University of Buckingham) debated whether universities should actively recruit and hire conservatives to increase viewpoint diversity.This conversation delved into fundamental questions about the purpose of higher education, the role of ideolog…

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