Best Interfaith Voices Podcasts (2024)

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Israel at War: The Voice from Israel 32:01

6h ago32:01

32:01

Rabbi Natan speaks with Israeli tour guide and lecturer Yoav Rotem about his thoughts and experiences living in Israel during this war. Yoav has been traveling around the USA visiting churches and synagogues, trying to spread the truth about Israel. He opens up about the difficulties of raising young children and talks openly about the prospects fo…

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Keeping Faith in Leading with Zara Mohammed (Muslim Council of Britain) 47:46

6d ago47:46

47:46

How do you keep faith in yourself as a leader while balancing the high expectations and intense media scrutiny that come with being ‘first’? What do we mean by ‘systemic Islamophobia’ and where does it lead? Can we still find reasons to laugh, even when faced with hate and divisive rhetoric? We spoke to Zara Mohammed - the first woman, first Scot a…

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Israel at War: The Call to Serve 28:37

18d ago28:37

28:37

As most Jewish Israelis have mobilized to serve Israel in one way or another, what does that mean for American Jews and the ways that we can serve the Jewish People? Rabbi Natan speaks with Jonathan Minnen and Judy Bloom Minnen and the inspiring decision they made to volunteer with the Israeli army for two weeks in logistical roles.…

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Bonus Episode: Marion Waruguru (WIN CEO) 18:50

22d ago18:50

18:50

In our bonus episodes, we speak to women from our Women's Interfaith Network (WIN) community to share their stories and give their own unique perspectives on keeping faith. In our second bonus episode, WIN's CEO Marion Waruguru shares her journey with WIN since joining in 2005, the changes she’s seen in the interfaith space and her advice for aspir…

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Keeping Faith in Magic with Dr. Linda Woodhead 23:13

1M ago23:13

23:13

How has magic become such a mainstream part of our spiritual landscape, from #WitchTok to astrology apps? Can these practices offer safe spaces for women and young people who feel that established faith institutions have left them behind? What does all this tell us about what ‘keeping faith’ really means in 2024? In this conversation, Dr. Linda Woo…

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“John Wayne is held up as an ideal of Christian manhood…he is the good guy with the gun.” 26:00

2M ago26:00

26:00

Kristin Kobes Du Mez talks about the role of Christian pop culture in reshaping evangelical attitudes about gun rights, gender, and demographic changes sweeping across the country.By Interfaith Voices

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“If our religions hold wisdom for us about how to treat each other with love and kindness and compassion. We need to reclaim that, especially in this moment.” 24:30

2M ago24:30

24:30

Jeanne Lewis reflects on how faith-rooted work differs from the organizing of previous eras and rejects the notion that the progressive movement has lost religion.By Interfaith Voices

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Israel at War: A Mother's Voice 30:55

2M ago30:55

30:55

Judaism views human life as paramount and the commandment of redeeming the hostages is a sacred one in Israeli society. Israel has paid impossibly heavy prices in the past and will likely continue to do so to bring home her soldiers and her kidnapped civilians. And yet, this brings up difficult moral questions, ones that Israeli leaders and Jews ar…

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Keeping Faith in Humanitarianism with Sandrine Tiller (Doctors Without Borders) 32:11

2M ago32:11

32:11

As crisis after crisis demands our attention, how can we hold onto our compassion and find meaningful ways to make a difference? Who do we trust when ‘fake news’ can travel the world through a tweet or WhatsApp chain? And how do we keep faith in humanitarianism, under attack from competing political agendas? In this episode, we speak to Sandrine Ti…

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“I had to unlearn a lot of biases and stereotypes about Palestinians.” 24:55

2M ago24:55

24:55

Two Catholic women share how they are working to educate and engage American Catholics to examine their beliefs and perceptions about Palestinians.By Interfaith Voices

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“Buddhist Teachings Taught Me How to Sit with Suffering” 25:50

3M ago25:50

25:50

For many years, Dr. Duane Bidwell served as a hospital chaplain, working to offer spiritual support to people who were often in their most vulnerable moments.By Interfaith Voices

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Bonus Episode: Lady Gilda Levy (WIN Chair) 13:53

3M ago13:53

13:53

In our bonus episodes, we speak to women from our Women's Interfaith Network (WIN) community to share their stories and give their own unique perspectives on keeping faith. In our first bonus episode, we spoke to WIN's chair and co founder Lady Gilda Levy about the last 20 years leading WIN, the importance of interfaith in 2024, and how she's keepi…

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Muslim Voters Take to Polls to Protest Biden Administration Policy in Gaza (encore) 23:50

3M ago23:50

23:50

The issue advocacy campaign to urge voters in Michigan to cast an uncommitted ballot as a protest vote exceeded organizers' expectations and has sparked a movement spreading to other primary states.By Interfaith Voices

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Making space for women In mosques (encore) 26:55

3M ago26:55

26:55

Women don’t always feel welcome in American mosques. They’re sometimes turned away, sent to basements to pray, or discouraged from serving on the boards of directors. Aisha al-Adawiya is devoted to changing that.By Interfaith Voices

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Israel at War: The Interfaith Perspective 50:20

4M ago50:20

50:20

Join Rabbi Natan for a candid and comprehensive conversation with Pastors Nathan and Teddy from Sandy Springs Christian Church. This episode was the third of our congregational meetings together, and included many of the challenging questions that folks presented to the clergy. In conversations ranging from the perceived need for a ceasefire, the s…

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Words Count: From "Woman" to "Mother," "Embryo" to "Child" 16:35

4M ago16:35

16:35

Samira Mehta discusses how words like “sacred,” “ensoulment,” “mother,” and “baby” have been used by both sides of the culture war over reproductive rights and how they have changed our perception of pregnancy.By Interfaith Voices

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Sacred Pregnancy: Building a Spiritual Community 34:55

4M ago34:55

34:55

Author Ann W. Duncan describes the “sacred pregnancy movement” and examines three major organizations involved. Their services range from sacred belly painting in luxurious retreat settings to helping process pregnancy lBy Interfaith Voices

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Keeping Faith in Community with Hadiya Masieh 29:36

3M ago29:36

29:36

What does extremism really look like in 2024, outside of the headlines and political debates? Can we empower young people to harness their passions for positive change while steering clear of divisive rhetoric? How do we keep faith in grassroots work when the challenges our communities are facing seem to keep getting bigger? Our conversation with H…

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Combatting Vaccine Hesitancy with Faith (encore) 14:30

4M ago14:30

14:30

A group of public health workers in North Carolina worked to foster trusting relationships to tackle vaccine hesitancy among Native Americans.By Interfaith Voices

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The Long and Storied History of Solidarity of Irish and Black Activists 37:15

4M ago37:15

37:15

This special segment was produced by NPR’s Code Switch, co-hosts B. A. Parker and Gene Denby explore the curious twists and turns in the relationship between freedom-seeking activists across oceans and borders.By Interfaith Voices

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State of the Culture: The Role of Black Artists and Media 42:21

4M ago42:21

42:21

Season 5, Episode 1: Long time, no see! In this episode, we're returning to our cultural critic roots for a conversation around Black media, the role of art as a powerful social and political tool, and our expectations of people with platforms in Black music and film to authentically represent Blackness in their work. From Shonda Rhimes and Quinta …

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“...I get right back on my mat again.” 33:55

4M ago33:55

33:55

Dr. Toni Pressley-Sanon's latest book, Lifting As They Climb: Black Women Buddhists and Collective Liberation explores how a growing number of Black women have integrated Buddhist practices into their spiritual lives.By Interfaith Voices

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“...We must be the ones most dedicated to Palestinian freedom.” 17:00

4M ago17:00

17:00

A college student shares what it is like to be a religious Jew who rejects ZionismBy Interfaith Voices

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Israel at War: Politics with Alisha Tischler 37:38

4M ago37:38

37:38

Join Rabbi Natan for a highly relevant and provocative discussion with Alisha Tischler, Sinai member and the Southeast Regional Director for AIPAC. She speaks candidly about the impact of October 7th on the Israel American alliance, as well as the fluid situation in the Middle East as it relates to Hamas and Iran. Israel finds herself in a very pre…

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“...Project Lavender and Where Is Daddy” 17:25

4M ago17:25

17:25

The Israeli military is using artificial intelligence and the targeting of low-level members of Hamas in their homes at a time when civilian casualties would be high.By Interfaith Voices

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“...Covering Religion in North Texas” 16:25

4M ago16:25

16:25

Joy Ashford is the new religion reporter at the Dallas Morning News, supported by Report for America. They join us to share some of the stories Joy has been covering in North Texas.By Interfaith Voices

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“…Quakers in Gaza Have a Long History” 17:40

4M ago17:40

17:40

Mike Merryman-Lotze joins us to share the struggles facing humanitarian workers in Gaza.By Interfaith Voices

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The Church of "Least Dogma" (encore) 22:01

5M ago22:01

22:01

Bob Otis, founding pastor of Sacred Garden Community Church, outlines its beliefs and practices. Then, the author of God on Psychedelics describes how psychedelic worship communities are proliferating.By Interfaith Voices

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"What IS This"? On the Mystery of Being. (encore) 28:16

5M ago28:16

28:16

Pastor Bob Otis describes his faith journey from a Christian home in Tennessee to a psychedelic church in Berkeley. Then, Chief Phillip Scott discusses the fine line between respectful use and cultural appropriation.By Interfaith Voices

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“...we were all dressed up with nowhere to go.” 25:40

5M ago25:40

25:40

A trailblazer in Christian feminist theology, Dr. Mary Hunt, joins to reflect on how the world for women in religion has changed and how groups like hers are adapting.By Interfaith Voices

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“…Can you be a Hindu and an atheist…the answer is yes.” 25:10

5M ago25:10

25:10

Richa Karmarkar, RNS's first national religion reporter covering the Hindu beat hopes the growth of the Hindu community sparks interest and curiosity about a religious tradition not well understood.By Interfaith Voices

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Keeping Faith in Peace with Robi Damelin and Laila Alsheikh (The Parents Circle Family Forum) 45:25

4M ago45:25

45:25

What does it mean to keep faith in peace and reconciliation after unimaginable loss? How can we sit with disagreements and different worldviews to find our common humanity? What can we do to ensure women’s voices are heard and uplifted in peace-building work? Our conversation with Robi Damelin and Laila Alsheikh – both bereaved mothers and spokespe…

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A Council of Elders (encore) 21:10

5M ago21:10

21:10

Carolina Nieto, director of Ashoka's Mexican, Central American, and Caribbean office, established a "council of elders," hoping to tap into its members' wisdom, patience, and spirituality.By Interfaith Voices

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“Grandmothers Are the Glue.” (encore) 15:45

5M ago15:45

15:45

Cultural anthropologist Lynsey Farrell, co-founder of The Grandmother Collective, is building community by connecting older women with adolescent girls.By Interfaith Voices

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“From Role to Soul” (encore) 14:35

5M ago14:35

14:35

Dr. Connie Zweig discusses why spirituality—however it may be defined—is crucial to a fulfilling old age.By Interfaith Voices

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Israel at War: Campus Discourse w/ Scholar-Warrior Dr. Rachel Fish 45:41

5M ago45:41

45:41

Do not miss this episode with our recent scholar-in-residence, Dr Rachel Fish. In this conversation with Rabbi Natan, she discusses the precarious situation on college campuses in the wake of 10.7 and how this spills over into larger society. Dr Fish is one of the most articulate and passionate voices and has been sounding the alarms regarding coll…

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…We are pushing back on the misuse of the Bible in the public square 32:15

5M ago32:15

32:15

The leader of Word and Way, a Christian media company, is focused on building conversation spaces for Christians to deal with the MAGA version of Christianity and confront the political manipulation of scripture.By Interfaith Voices

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…Americans Believe Religion is a Force for Good in Society 18:10

5M ago18:10

18:10

A new poll released by the Pew Research Center reinforces one key finding: Americans believe religion is a force for good in society.By Interfaith Voices

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Israel at War: Working the Land with Dr Chuck Fox 30:05

5M ago30:05

30:05

Join Rabbi Natan and Dr. Chuck Fox for a fascinating conversation about supporting Israel during these critical times. He shares his experiences volunteering in Israel recently with Young Judea and discusses this through the prism of Zionism's founding purpose of building and redeeming the land. What is the current atmosphere in Israel and what rol…

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Muslim Wellness Foundation Founder: "Our story does not start with oppression." 51:25

6M ago51:25

51:25

Dr. Kameelah Mu’Min Oseguera joins us to explain why she sees interrogating the Western narrative of the enslaved as interconnected to Black Muslim mental health today.By Interfaith Voices

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Keeping Faith in Climate Action with Rabbi Debbie Young-Somers 33:29

5M ago33:29

33:29

How do we keep faith in climate action when governments and corporations keep dragging their feet? How does a ritual described in the Torah help women navigate life’s transitions in 2024? How do we nurture open dialogue between communities with hate crime on the rise? Our conversation with Rabbi Debbie Young-Somers, lecturer at Leo Baeck College an…

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Unpacking Christian Nationalism 46:05

6M ago46:05

46:05

Dr. Robert P. Jones, President and Founder of PRRI, discusses the latest research documenting the rising influence of Christian Nationalism in some segments of American politics.By Interfaith Voices

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The Pilgrimage for Peace 22:10

6M ago22:10

22:10

As the United States vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, a group of multifaith peace activists began a journey from Philadelphia heading for the White House.By Interfaith Voices

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Making space for women In mosques 26:50

6M ago26:50

26:50

Women don’t always feel welcome in American mosques. They’re sometimes turned away, sent to basements to pray, or discouraged from serving on the boards of directors. Aisha al-Adawiya is devoted to changing that.By Interfaith Voices

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Muslim Voters Take to Polls to Protest Biden Administration Policy in Gaza 24:00

6M ago24:00

24:00

Emgage Action Michigan interim executive director Hira Khan joins to explain why her organization and volunteer network worked with partners to encourage voters to use the ballot to send a message instead of disengaging.By Interfaith Voices

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Israel at War: The Betrayal of Social Justice Movements with John Eaves 34:19

6M ago34:19

34:19

Don't miss this relevant and urgent conversation with Dr John Eaves, former Fulton County Commissioner and social justice activist. Dr Eaves shares his perspectives on what has gone wrong with various social justice movements in the wake of October 7th, and what we can do to stem the tide. His unique perspective as a proudly Jewish and Black man in…

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“We Don’t Want to Tilt at Windmills” 25:40

6M ago25:40

25:40

Kim Bobo, executive director of the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy, joins us to discuss the 2024 legislative agenda and how the 42-year-old organization continues to grow and expand its base across the CommBy Interfaith Voices

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“Climbing Out of Poverty Takes a Network” 25:25

6M ago25:25

25:25

Among the hundreds of volunteers preparing to lobby lawmakers was Anne Murphy, a Catholic retiree and resident of Northern Virginia. In this conversation, she describes why she has attended these annual lobbying eventsBy Interfaith Voices

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Jefferson’s Quran. (encore) 19:05

6M ago19:05

19:05

As a law student, Thomas Jefferson bought a Quran from an English publisher. But why? Did he read it as a sacred text? As a window into Muslim law?By Interfaith Voices

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Presidential Religion in the Civil War and The Age of Imperialism. (encore) 16:20

6M ago16:20

16:20

Both Union and Confederate leaders invoked God to advance their causes during the Civil War. But Abraham Lincoln refused to claim the divine on his side.By Interfaith Voices

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