Best Unification Church Podcasts (2024)

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Dr. Mohamed Elsanousi 20:30

4h ago20:30

20:30

Pinna and Elsanousi discuss how faith leaders and religious institutions can be assets in conflict resolution and peacebuilding efforts around the world. They highlight examples where religious figures like the Pope and local faith actors have facilitated dialogue, mediation, and reconciliation in conflict-ridden areas. The conversation emphasizes …

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120: Jonathan Randall 46:30

5d ago46:30

46:30

The conversation covers a range of themes and topics revolving around Jonathan Randall's identity as a Jewish comedian and activist advocating for Palestinian rights. Randall discusses the distinction he sees between Judaism and Zionism, criticizing the Israeli government's treatment of Palestinians as a violation of Jewish values. He expresses sup…

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Rabbi David Rosen 40:00

12d ago40:00

40:00

JT Pinna interviews Rabbi David Rosen. The conversation revolves around the Abrahamic Family House, a remarkable multi-faith complex in Abu Dhabi that houses a mosque, church, and synagogue side by side. Rabbi David Rosen, who serves as an advisor to the initiative, provides an in-depth overview of the complex, discussing its architectural design, …

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Breaking Cycles of Genocide: Rachel Miner, Bellwether International 42:53

19d ago42:53

42:53

In the conversation, Rachel Miner discusses her organization Bellwether International, which focuses on disrupting the cycle of genocide and creating genocide-resistant societies. She explains their approach of combining top-down systems change with bottom-up grassroots resistance movements, empowering local "bellwethers" to lead peacebuilding effo…

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117: Luke Higuchi - The Unification Church 1:01:10

1M ago1:01:10

1:01:10

More Information: Unification Church in Atlanta https://www.facebook.com/Atlantafamily English YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@lukehiguchi6044/videos YouTube Channel in Japanese https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBlyDjFRpM49u2L0JeY1icQ Special Guest: Luke Higuchi. Support Crossing FaithsBy John Pinna and Elliot Toman

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Practical Interfaith Engagement with Peter Henne 36:23

2M ago36:23

36:23

In this interview, Peter Henne discusses his academic work on religion and conflict. He talks about his early involvement with the Pew Research Center's groundbreaking work on quantifying religious persecution globally. Henne reflects on the challenges of engaging with religion from a policy perspective, emphasizing the need for religious literacy …

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Congressman Frank Wolf 41:18

2M ago41:18

41:18

In this conversation, Congressman Frank Wolf discusses the current state of international religious freedom advocacy with John Pinna. Wolf expresses concern that religious leaders and faith communities are not speaking out and advocating for religious freedom as they did in the past, citing examples like Chuck Colson and Rabbi Saperstein. He calls …

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114: Dr. Daisy Khan: The Rise of Islamophobia 50:34

2M ago50:34

50:34

This conversation between John Pinna and Dr. Daisy Khan explores the rise of Islamophobia in the United States, particularly in the wake of the October 9th attack. Khan explains how Islamophobia has manifested at both the individual and institutional levels, with Muslims facing discrimination, harassment, and even job loss for expressing their fait…

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113: There's No Islam in Easter! 1:26:56

2M ago1:26:56

1:26:56

A Christian and a Muslim talk religion & politics. In this episode, Elliot and John engage in a lively Easter-themed discussion when Elliot starts by posing the question: What to Muslims believe about the Resurrection? The conversation becomes tense at times as John wrestles with the validity of a God who would be willing to die, and Elliot struggl…

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GREY KNIGHTS: Last Stand Against Chaos | Warhammer 40K 46:35

3M ago46:35

46:35

Dive into the depths of Warhammer 40K's lore with heroes such as Hyperion and Galeo of the Grey Knights in 'The Emperor's Gift' brought to life in a full motion graphic novel experience. Based on the bestselling novel by Aaron Dembski-Bowden, this video transforms the epic saga into a visual feast that captures the essence of the Grey Knights' stru…

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112: Lou Ann Sabatier 53:40

2M ago53:40

53:40

In this interview, John Pinna and Lou Ann Sabatier discuss the importance of effective storytelling, particularly in the context of advocating for international religious freedom and persecuted communities. They explore the challenges facing journalists and content creators in an evolving media landscape, emphasizing the need for strategic, intenti…

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Minhdao Le: Vietnam and the Cao Dai Religion 1:28:55

3M ago1:28:55

1:28:55

Minhdao Le is a third-generation practitioner of Cao Dai, a religious belief system from Vietnam. In this interview, Minhdao provides some insight into the beliefs of Cao Dai, and brings attention to what he describes as a communist government-led usurping of the religion that took place when the government officially "recognized" Cao Dai in 1997. …

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111: Dr. John Morrow 55:33

3M ago55:33

55:33

In this episode, John Pinna interviews Dr. John Andrew Morrow, a Muslim academic and author. Dr. Morrow shares his spiritual journey starting from a young age, studying various religious scriptures and ultimately embracing Islam after being deeply moved by the Quran. He highlights the pivotal role of the Covenant of the Prophet Muhammad with the mo…

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Sal Litvak 38:24

3M ago38:24

38:24

Salvador Litvak is a Hollywood film director who became the Accidental Talmudist after a little miracle launched him into seven years of daily Talmud study. Sal’s Accidental Talmudist platform reaches over a million followers in 70 countries and includes Talmud classes, Torah teachings, live shows, podcast, holiday programming, Israel education, an…

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Dr. James Tabor 55:51

3M ago55:51

55:51

Dr. James Tabor taught Christian origins and ancient Judaism at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte for 33 years until retiring in 2022, serving as department chair for a decade and holding a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago (1981). Tabor has published 9 academic books and over 50 articles combining his textual research with archaeolo…

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Leray Heynes: Jesus Christ's CEOs 29:15

3M ago29:15

29:15

Leray Heyne is the Founder and lead overseer of Windows of Heaven Jesus’ Storehouse and its three ministries: Jesus Christ’s CEOs, Jesus Christ’s CEOs Bible Institute, and Jesus Christ’s CEOs TV. (Source) Website: https://jcceos.com/ Support Crossing FaithsBy John Pinna and Elliot Toman

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Warhammer 40K Lore To Sleep To VOL II | The Shattering of the Imperium-Hand Picked Lore 1:59:29

4M ago1:59:29

1:59:29

#greyknights #sleep Experience the epic world of Warhammer 40K lore in a whole new way - while falling asleep, painting, exercising or just simply learning all about this amazing universe! This hand picked collection from Tales From the Warp serves as a beginner's guide to the lore of Warhammer 40K or to simply immerse yourself in longer form conte…

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Rev. Dr. Andrew Bennett 59:23

4M ago59:23

59:23

The Rev. Dr. Andrew Bennett is the Director of Cardus Faith Communities at Cardus, Canada’s faith-based think-tank. He also serves as Senior Fellow at the Washington, DC-based Religious Freedom Institute. He is an ordained deacon in the Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church in the Eparchy (Diocese) of Toronto and Eastern Canada. Fr. Deacon Andrew served …

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Knox Thames 39:00

4M ago39:00

39:00

Knox Thames is an international human rights lawyer, advocate, and author who has dedicated his career to promoting human rights, defending religious minorities, and combatting persecution. Known for his nonpartisan approach to advocacy, both the Obama and Trump administrations appointed Knox as the Special Advisor for Religious Minorities in the N…

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Sam Nagasaka: The Unification Church in Japan 42:10

4M ago42:10

42:10

An interview from the IRF Summit with Sam Nagasaka, Secretary General of the Public Relations Committee for the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification. Sam shares his poignent personal story of the efforts his family in Japan made to deprogram him from association with the Unification Church and how this ultimately reinforced his connect…

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106: David Curry - Violence against religious minorities 50:00

4M ago50:00

50:00

John Pinna interviews David Curry, head of Global Christian Relief and commissioner for the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom, about the state of international religious freedom. Curry asserts that conditions for religious liberty globally have never been worse, with more authoritarian regimes restricting access to religious texts …

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IRF 2024 #3: Ex-Muslims of North America 21:34

4M ago21:34

21:34

Aysha discusses her journey leaving Islam and becoming an atheist. She introducts the Ex-Muslims of North America (EXMNA) organization, where she began as a volunteer and now serves as Director of Operations. Aysha explains the restrictions she faced as a Muslim woman growing up in a traditional Pakistani household, including limited rights in marr…

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ORKS! The Eternal Green Tide Of Destruction | Warhammer 40K Lore 36:45

4M ago36:45

36:45

Warhammer 40K lore. ORKS WAAAGH! Brutally cunning, or cunning and brutal? The ORKS are an existential threat to the Imperium that have become entwined into the very fabric of reality. They do not sleep, they do not stop, they wage war, until there is nothing left...and then they turn on each other. Join us as we explore their society, clans, tribes…

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Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett 1:03:34

4M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

IRF Month begins with an interview with Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett, President of the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights and Justice. Afterward, John and Elliot discuss youth involvement in the IRF movement. Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett serves as President of the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights and Justice, established in 2008 to continue the legacy of…

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Adjudicating Islamic Law for Muslim Americans 55:21

5M ago55:21

55:21

John Pinna interviews Sayyid M.B. Kashmiri, who represents the Grand Ayatollah Sistani in America. They discuss Sayyid's family lineage tracing back to Prophet Muhammad; his experience migrating from Iraq to Iran, Lebanon, and finally the U.S.; and his role leading the Imam Mahdi Association, which serves as Sistani's representative entity in North…

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IRF 2024 #2: The IRF Industrial Complex? 48:31

5M ago48:31

48:31

In this discussion, Pinna continues sharing his perspective on issues with the international religious freedom (IRF) movement. He argues that IRF advocacy has become an "industry" dominated by a small group of organizations and leaders who control narratives and funding. Pinna questions the impact of high-profile IRF events like the annual Minister…

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IRF 2024 #1: The Story So Far 25:33

4M ago25:33

25:33

In conversation with Fr. John Anderson, John Pinna discusses his extensive experience in the field of international religious freedom (IRF), beginning with the origins and impact of the 1998 International Religious Freedom Act. He details his past advocacy work with the American Islamic Congress, including engaging in interfaith dialogue, advocatin…

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103: Ambassador Akiva Tor 1:06:28

5M ago1:06:28

1:06:28

Akiva Tor is the Ambassador of Israel to the Republic of Korea. In their wide-ranging discussion, Pinna and Tor touch on Israel's ongoing engagement efforts with Jewish communities worldwide, grappling with issues of pluralism and anti-Semitism, while also navigating complex relationships with the Vatican and varying Christian denominations. They d…

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The Political Perils of Biblical Archeology 51:50

5M ago51:50

51:50

In this podcast conversation, host John Pinna interviews journalist and documentarian Simcha Jacobovici about his investigations into biblical archaeology and how he uses an investigative journalism approach to explore issues related to faith and history. They discuss several of Jacobovici's projects researching archaeological evidence related to J…

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Warhammer 40K Lore To Sleep To |1| Rise of Legends- Remastered Hand Picked Collection. 2:16:33

5M ago2:16:33

2:16:33

Experience the epic world of Warhammer 40K lore in a whole new way - while falling asleep, painting, exercising or just simply learning all about this amazing universe! This hand picked collection from Tales From the Warp serves as a beginner's guide to the lore of Warhammer 40K or to simply immerse yourself in longer form content. Relax and drift …

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S4 E16- The Great and Terrible Wurlitzer: A People's History of the Unification Church, Part 2 w/ Faith Yeon 2:24:46

5M ago2:24:46

2:24:46

Peter McGill's article in full is available here. Find all of Faith's work and contact details here: cultsmagicmisinfo.carrd.co. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/falling-out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Public Martyrdom 1:05:20

5M ago1:05:20

1:05:20

John and Elliot discuss American televangelist Jimmy Swaggart's public confession of sin in the late 1980s, exploring ideas around repentance, forgiveness, and redemption in the evangelical Christian tradition. This leads to a broader discussion of theological perspectives on Christ's crucifixion and sacrifice, different interpretations of its mean…

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100: Burma and the Rohingya Genocide 48:49

5M ago48:49

48:49

John Pinna engages in an illuminating discussion with Simon Billenness and Lucky Karim regarding the persecution faced by the Rohingya people in Myanmar. Simon provides historical context about the oppression and genocide endured by the Rohingya minority, while Lucky shares poignant personal anecdotes about her experiences as a Rohingya refugee, sh…

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98: The Technology of Religion 1:21:42

5M ago1:21:42

1:21:42

John and Elliot have a wide-ranging conversation touching on technology, cultural change, politics, education, immigration, religion, and more. They discuss how modern cars and devices constantly "ping" people with notifications and alerts, creating a sense of anxiety, versus the simplicity yet risk of vintage vehicles. This leads into a dialogue a…

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Warhammer 40K: The ULTIMATE Guide To The Imperium Of Man- Fully Explained Visual Lore Guide 54:33

6M ago54:33

54:33

#warhammer40k #warhammer40klore #audiobook #graphicnovel #imperiumofman #lore #audiodrama The ULTIMATE guide to the imperium of Man- A full comprehensive guide to Warhammer 40K Lore The Imperium of Man. Covering: The War in Heaven, the Imperium, The Horus Heresy, The Emperor of Man, The Great Rift, The Astartes, The Sisters of Battle, The Inquisiti…

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What Do Unitarians and Satanists Have In Common? 49:17

6M ago49:17

49:17

John and Elliot have a wide-ranging discussion about religion, covering topics such as the nature of God, the purpose of religion, different religious groups and practices, religious extremism, and more. They start by talking about whether it makes sense to believe in a God that is morally questionable or "bad." Elliot argues that even for religiou…

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The Candy Cane Conspiracy 1:05:41

6M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

The conversation starts with John finding some Christian pamphlets called "The Candy Cane Story" that were left at his business. He asks Elliot if he's familiar with the religious symbolism ascribed to candy canes. Elliot says he is, so John has him read through the pamphlet, which suggests candy canes were invented by a candy maker to be a Christi…

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95: Millennialism and Antisemitism 50:56

6M ago50:56

50:56

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94: There's Always Another Jerk 1:10:44

7M ago1:10:44

1:10:44

John, a Muslim and Elliot, an Evangelical Christian, talk religion and politics. This week, the hosts discuss Chick Tracks, which are small evangelistic comic books that promote fundamentalist Christian beliefs. This leads to a discussion about common tendencies of fundamentalism seen in both faith traditions. Support this podcast via Patreon. Supp…

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Unpacking the Resurfaced Bin Laden Letter 1:16:23

6M ago1:16:23

1:16:23

John and Elliott discuss Osama bin Laden's controversial 2002 "Letter to America" that recently resurfaced and went viral on TikTok. They debate the letter's authenticity and analyze it through various lenses - post-colonialism, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, generational reactions to 9/11 and the War on Terror. Touching on the oppressor-oppress…

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92: The West's Claim to Western Values 34:36

7M ago34:36

34:36

A Christian and a Muslim talk religion and politics. This week, John and Elliot discuss Ayaan Hirsi Ali's essay, "Why I Am Now a Christian," in which the popular thought leader describes her transition from Muslim to atheist to Christian. This leads to a lively discussion on the appropriateness of the West's claim to what are popularly called "West…

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S4 E15- War Criminals For Peace: A People's History of the Unification Church, Part 1 w/ Faith Yeon 2:14:55

7M ago2:14:55

2:14:55

Peter McGill's article in full is available here. Find all of Faith's work and contact details here: cultsmagicmisinfo.carrd.co. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/falling-out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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A War of Minorities 1:19:09

7M ago1:19:09

1:19:09

This conversation covers a wide range of topics related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, including the roles of Hamas, Hezbollah, Jordan, Egypt, and Iran. Hot takes on Jordan Peterson and Ben Shapiro's perspectives, with cautions against holding views that are too simplistic. There is debate over the religious and territorial roots of the confl…

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GREY KNIGHTS- Full Epic Saga of The Daemon Hunters |Warhammer 40K Lore 34:09

8M ago34:09

34:09

Liked the graphic novel style guide? Patreon: / talesfromthewarp702 Horus Rising: • 40K- Horus Rising the FULL epic saga:... Warhammer 40K Lore Tales From The Warp brings you order 666. None dare whisper their name. They are the Daemon Hunters. The vengeful blade of the Emperor. They are the Grey Knights. All paintings and digital art created by Ta…

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90: Straw Men and Henchmen 1:06:43

7M ago1:06:43

1:06:43

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S4 E14- MoonieLeaks Volume 1 aka Demian's Coming Out 58:47

8M ago58:47

58:47

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89: Israel and Hamas 1:03:05

8M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

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88: Dignity of Human Life 1:08:54

8M ago1:08:54

1:08:54

A conversation between John Pinna, a Muslim, and Father John Anderson, a Christian priest, discussing the current Israel-Palestine conflict sparked by recent Hamas rocket attacks and Israeli retaliation. John condemned Hamas' attacks on civilians as inconsistent with Islamic teachings. They discussed principles in Islam like human dignity, jihad, a…

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Hanussen (Pt. II) EJH & Crowley in Cairo, Mandrake Moonchildren, Hitler's Mass Hypno Lessons, Hanns Ewers, & the OSS Langer Report 2:19:59

8M ago2:19:59

2:19:59

In this Parapower Mapping + Things Observed collab we continue our deep dive into all the high strangeness surrounding the hypnotist, stage performer, occultist and Hitler acquittance Erik Jan Hanussen. We discuss his time in Egypt and how this relates to the infamous occultist and spy Aleister Crowley. We also discuss the training Hanussen gave Hi…

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S4 E13- $42M Gambled Away by Hak Ja Han in Las Vegas 23:27

8M ago23:27

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