Best Benjamin Shaw Podcasts (2024)

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Central High School's Contributions to Education in Galveston 8:02

1h ago8:02

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Old Central High School in Galveston, Texas, the first public high school for Black students west of the Mississippi River, educated over 40,000 students from 1886 to 1968, fostering a legacy of pride, unity, and academic excellence. Its history reflects the perseverance and dedication of its community, making it a cornerstone in the fight for educ…

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Process This: Artificial Intelligence & the Human Future w/ Kester Brewin 1:18:18

3d ago1:18:18

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Step into the interactive world of the inaugural ‘Process This‘ series, a journey into the realm of Artificial Intelligence and the human future. Kester Brewin returns to the podcast to set up a series of interviews with scholars across the disciplines, all helping us wrestle with the reality of AI and how it is reshaping humanity and our future. T…

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Process This: Artificial Intelligence & the Human Future w/ Kester Brewin 1:18:18

3d ago1:18:18

1:18:18

Step into the interactive world of the inaugural 'Process This' series, a journey into the realm of Artificial Intelligence and the human future. Kester Brewin returns to the podcast to set up a series of interviews with scholars across the disciplines, all helping us wrestle with the reality of AI and how it is reshaping humanity and our future. T…

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Reedy Chapel's Storied Past and Cultural Impact 4:09

6d ago4:09

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Reedy Chapel, located at 20th Street and Broadway in Galveston, is a historic church that played a role in the announcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas on June 19, 1865, a date now celebrated as Juneteenth. Established in 1848 and known as the "Mother Church of Texas," it became the first African Methodist Episcopal Church in the stat…

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Celebrating the Life, Legacy, and Thought of Jürgen Moltmann w/ Philip Clayton

10d ago

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Philip Clayton was my PhD advisor and remains a mentor and friend. We scheduled a live stream session where we planned to explore contemporary options for the doctrine of God by developing a typology of live options, but when we learned of Moltmann’s passing, it seemed fitting to pivot our plan and reflect on the life, thought, and impact of Moltma…

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Celebrating the Life, Legacy, and Thought of Jürgen Moltmann w/ Philip Clayton 2:05:17

10d ago2:05:17

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Philip Clayton was my PhD advisor and remains a mentor and friend. We scheduled a live stream session where we planned to explore contemporary options for the doctrine of God by developing a typology of live options, but when we learned of Moltmann’s passing, it seemed fitting to pivot our plan and reflect on the life, thought, and impact of Moltma…

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Galveston Island's Transformation: From Commerce Hub to Tourist Haven 9:34

13d ago9:34

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Let's take a look into how Galveston Island transformed from a commercial powerhouse in the mid-1800s into the "Playground of the Southwest." From a yachting adventure in 1842, the impact of the railroad in the 1850s, and the rise of health tourism in the 1880s with luxurious resorts like the Pagoda Bathhouse, the island's resilience after the 1900…

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Andrew Root: Secular Mysticism & Identity Politics

14d ago

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Practical Theologian and friend of the pod, Andrew Root, is back on the podcast to discuss the most contentious parts of his newest book Church in an Age of Secular Mysticisms. Our conversation delves deep into some tenuous topics: secular mysticisms, identity politics, spiritual memoirs, the politics of recognition, Rousseau’s anthropology, post-C…

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Andrew Root: Secular Mysticism & Identity Politics 1:13:01

14d ago1:13:01

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Practical Theologian and friend of the pod, Andrew Root, is back on the podcast to discuss the most contentious parts of his newest book Church in an Age of Secular Mysticisms. Our conversation delves deep into some tenuous topics: secular mysticisms, identity politics, spiritual memoirs, the politics of recognition, Rousseau's anthropology, post-C…

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Faith in the Public Square with Brian Kaylor and Beau Underwood 1:23:08

17d ago1:23:08

1:23:08

Brian Kaylor and Beau Underwood, authors of Baptizing America: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism, joined me for a live-streamed conversation where we discussed the book and a bunch of listener questions inspired by their recent lectures linked below. Lecture One: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism …

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Faith in the Public Square with Brian Kaylor and Beau Underwood

17d ago

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Brian Kaylor and Beau Underwood, authors of Baptizing America: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism, joined me for a live-streamed conversation where we discussed the book and a bunch of listener questions inspired by their recent lectures linked below. Lecture One: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism …

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1911 Galvez Hotel: The Queen of the Gulf 6:00

20d ago6:00

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Uncover the legendary history of the Hotel Galvez, the "Queen of the Gulf," which has stood as a beacon of hope and resilience since its grand opening in 1911. From hosting iconic figures like Presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eisenhower to serving as the wartime headquarters for the Coast Guard during World War II, the Galvez has seen it all. G…

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Benjamin Chicka: Theology & Video Games

23d ago

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In this episode, Tripp is joined by Dr. Benjamin Chikca. They delve into the intriguing intersection of theology, ethics, and video games, spotlighting Chicka’s book, ‘Playing as Others: Theology and Ethical Responsibility in Video Games.’ The discussion spans topics such as the impact of cultural and ethical narratives within indie video games, th…

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Benjamin Chicka: Theology & Video Games 1:14:01

23d ago1:14:01

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In this episode, Tripp is joined by Dr. Benjamin Chikca. They delve into the intriguing intersection of theology, ethics, and video games, spotlighting Chicka's book, 'Playing as Others: Theology and Ethical Responsibility in Video Games.' The discussion spans topics such as the impact of cultural and ethical narratives within indie video games, th…

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Diana Butler Bass & Tim Whitaker: Faith in a Toxic Public Square 1:17:43

26d ago1:17:43

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Tripp & Diana were pumped to have Tim Whitaker from The New Evangelicals join us for this edition of Ruining Dinner and our upcoming open online class - Faith and Politics for the Rest of Us. Our contemporary public square is increasingly chaotic, toxic, and repulsive. Yet, our challenges as a people, nation, and species are growing. The rise of Ch…

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Diana Butler Bass & Tim Whitaker: Faith in a Toxic Public Square

26d ago

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Tripp & Diana were pumped to have Tim Whitaker from The New Evangelicals join us for this edition of Ruining Dinner and our upcoming open online class – Faith and Politics for the Rest of Us. Our contemporary public square is increasingly chaotic, toxic, and repulsive. Yet, our challenges as a people, nation, and species are growing. The rise of Ch…

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The Hidden Underwater Marvels of The Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary 4:53

27d ago4:53

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Explore the hidden wonders of the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, located 100 miles south of the Texas coastline in the Gulf of Mexico. This sanctuary spans 160 square miles of vibrant coral ecosystems atop unique salt dome formations. Learn about the sanctuary's geology, its formation, and the diverse marine life it supports, from s…

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Ilia Delio: the Not-Yet-God 1:50:13

30d ago1:50:13

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In this exhilarating discussion with Ilia Delio, we are taken on a profound journey through the intersection of theology, science, and the future of humanity in the shadow of burgeoning technological advancements. Delio, known for her insightful work on integrating science and religion, shares invigorating ideas from her latest book, “The Not Yet G…

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Ilia Delio: the Not-Yet-God 1:50:13

1M ago1:50:13

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In this exhilarating discussion with Ilia Delio, we are taken on a profound journey through the intersection of theology, science, and the future of humanity in the shadow of burgeoning technological advancements. Delio, known for her insightful work on integrating science and religion, shares invigorating ideas from her latest book, "The Not Yet G…

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Dr. Hal Needham Deciphers the Colorful Coastline of Galveston Island 6:21

1M ago6:21

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Explore the dynamic hues of Galveston Island's shores with Dr. Hal Needham, a local meteorologist and climate data scientist deeply connected to the island's natural science. In our conversation, learn about the natural forces behind Galveston's colorful coastline. Learn how geology and Gulf currents combine, creating a mesmerizing display. Gain in…

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Tad Delay: the Future of Denial 1:20:27

1M ago1:20:27

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In this episode, I am joined by philosopher Tad Delay to discuss his new book, The Future of Denial: The Ideologies of Climate Change. We dive into the critical need for humanity to confront and adapt to the climate crisis. The discussion explores the intricate connections between psychoanalysis, religion, and climate denial across the ideological …

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Tad Delay: the Future of Denial 1:20:27

1M ago1:20:27

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In this episode, I am joined by philosopher Tad Delay to discuss his new book, The Future of Denial: The Ideologies of Climate Change. We dive into the critical need for humanity to confront and adapt to the climate crisis. The discussion explores the intricate connections between psychoanalysis, religion, and climate denial across the ideological …

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Brian McLaren: Life After Doom 1:29:56

1M ago1:29:56

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Brian McLaren joins me in this episode to discuss his new book Life After Doom. In it, we wrestle with redefining faith, civilization, and ecological consciousness. We delve into theological reflections, reinterpreting religious practices to align with Jesus’s teachings, advocating for a paradigm shift in societal structures, and emphasizing the ur…

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Brian McLaren: Life After Doom 1:28:34

1M ago1:28:34

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Brian McLaren joins me in this episode to discuss his new book Life After Doom. In it, we wrestle with redefining faith, civilization, and ecological consciousness. We delve into theological reflections, reinterpreting religious practices to align with Jesus's teachings, advocating for a paradigm shift in societal structures, and emphasizing the ur…

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Grace Ji-Sun Kim & Susan Shaw: Surviving God 1:09:37

1M ago1:09:37

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Grace Ji-Sun Kim and Susan Shaw are back on the podcast to discuss their newest co-authored book Surviving God: A New Vision of God through the Eyes of Sexual Abuse Survivors. In the conversation, they discuss how traditional ways of thinking about God are highly problematic, contribute to the problems of sexual abuse, and are not reflective of the…

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Grace Ji-Sun Kim & Susan Shaw: Surviving God 1:09:38

1M ago1:09:38

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Grace Ji-Sun Kim and Susan Shaw are back on the podcast to discuss their newest co-authored book Surviving God: A New Vision of God through the Eyes of Sexual Abuse Survivors. In the conversation, they discuss how traditional ways of thinking about God are highly problematic, contribute to the problems of sexual abuse, and are not reflective of the…

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Corey Walker & Bill Leonard: Losing Sleep Before God 1:09:01

2M ago1:09:01

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I recently returned to my old hometown, Winston-Salem, NC, for a live podcast at Lot63 in Old Salem. There, I was joined by two of my old Profs at Wake Forest University Divinity School, Dr. Bill Leonard and Dr. Craig Atwood, the brand new Dean of the Divinity School, Dr. Corey Walker, and music from a fellow alum Kyle Caudle. In this half of the l…

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Corey Walker & Bill Leonard: Losing Sleep Before God 1:07:38

2M ago1:07:38

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I recently returned to my old hometown, Winston-Salem, NC, for a live podcast at Lot63 in Old Salem. There, I was joined by two of my old Profs at Wake Forest University Divinity School, Dr. Bill Leonard and Dr. Craig Atwood, the brand new Dean of the Divinity School, Dr. Corey Walker, and music from a fellow alum Kyle Caudle. In this half of the l…

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Craig Atwood: Getting Ziggy with Zinzendorf 42:32

2M ago42:32

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I recently returned to my old hometown, Winston-Salem, NC, for a live podcast at Lot63 in Old Salem. There, I was joined by two of my old Profs at Wake Forest University Divinity School, Dr. Bill Leonard and Dr. Craig Atwood, the brand new Dean of the Divinity School, Dr. Corey Walker, and music from a fellow alum Kyle Caudle. In this half of the l…

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Craig Atwood: Getting Ziggy with Zinzendorf 39:31

2M ago39:31

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I recently returned to my old hometown, Winston-Salem, NC, for a live podcast at Lot63 in Old Salem. There, I was joined by two of my old Profs at Wake Forest University Divinity School, Dr. Bill Leonard and Dr. Craig Atwood, the brand new Dean of the Divinity School, Dr. Corey Walker, and music from a fellow alum Kyle Caudle. In this half of the l…

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Persuade: a Process Vision of Preaching & Liturgy 1:15:10

2M ago1:15:10

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A few weeks ago, I partnered with the Center for Open and Relational Theology & St. Andrew UMC to put on the first preaching conference for Open and Relational Preachers! It was TONS of fun and I got to meet some amazing clergy. In the first segment, I am joined by Dr. Casey Sigmon & Dr. Nichole Torbitzky to give a process theological reflection of…

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Persuade: a Process Vision of Preaching & Liturgy 1:15:11

2M ago1:15:11

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A few weeks ago, I partnered with the Center for Open and Relational Theology & St. Andrew UMC to put on the first preaching conference for Open and Relational Preachers! It was TONS of fun and I got to meet some amazing clergy. In the first segment, I am joined by Dr. Casey Sigmon & Dr. Nichole Torbitzky to give a process theological reflection of…

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Daniel Kirk: Making the Vision of the New Testament Moral 2:15:33

2M ago2:15:33

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The most influential academic text arguing against the full inclusion of LGBTQ+ divine image bearers into the life of the Church is Richard Hays’ “The Moral Vision of the New Testament.” He has changed his mind and has a new book developing a theological framework for the full inclusion of LGBTQ people in Christian communities. In this live stream,…

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Daniel Kirk: Making the Vision of the New Testament Moral 2:14:33

2M ago2:14:33

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The most influential academic text arguing against the full inclusion of LGBTQ+ divine image bearers into the life of the Church is Richard Hays' "The Moral Vision of the New Testament." He has changed his mind and has a new bookdeveloping a theological framework for the full inclusion of LGBTQ people in Christian communities. In this live stream, …

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Jamie & Behan Gifford // Totem’s Next Chapter - Ep. 135 47:43

2M ago47:43

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Jamie and Behan Gifford have been sailing their Stevens 47, Totem, around the world for more than a decade. They raised three children aboard but are now empty nesters, planning the next chapter of their cruising life. Lauren and I joined them aboard Totem to discuss life afloat, upgrades to their beloved boat, their successful coaching business, a…

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Barry Taylor: Theology Beyond Religion 1:28:57

2M ago1:28:57

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Barry Taylor and Tripp Fuller discuss the changing religious and spiritual space and how it shows up in culture. They reflect on the shift in the Western conversation in the last 25 years. Barry raises a growing awareness in how the concept of religion people thought they were updating, reorienting, and morphing, wasn’t ultimately finding traction …

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Barry Taylor: Theology Beyond Religion 1:28:57

2M ago1:28:57

1:28:57

Barry Taylor and Tripp Fuller discuss the changing religious and spiritual space and how it shows up in culture. They reflect on the shift in the Western conversation in the last 25 years. Barry raises a growing awareness in how the concept of religion people thought they were updating, reorienting, and morphing, wasn’t ultimately finding traction …

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What’s Your Theological Sample Rate? 1:29:38

2M ago1:29:38

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In this episode, Bo reflects on his own deconstruction story, the pace of spiritual change in America, and drops a sweet audiological image. Tripp pitches his deconstruction typology and gets Bo to power rank 3 different theologians’ definition of theology. Check out Bo’s webpage and his podcast with Randy Woodley, Peacing it All Together. Bo’s new…

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Kristian Smith: Deconstruction in the Black Church 1:47:47

2M ago1:47:47

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Kristian Smith is joining Tripp to unpack the intersection of cigars, spirituality, and community. Kristian is a pastor, stylist, theologian, spiritual director, host of the Holy Smokes podcast, and minister of an online faith community. https://www.holysmokesmovement.com & https://www.kristianasmith.com Join us at Theology Beer Camp October 17-19,…

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Kristian Smith: Deconstruction in the Black Church 1:47:48

2M ago1:47:48

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Kristian Smith is joining Tripp to unpack the intersection of cigars, spirituality, and community. Kristian is a pastor, stylist, theologian, spiritual director, host of the Holy Smokes podcast, and minister of an online faith community. https://www.holysmokesmovement.com https://www.kristianasmith.com WATCH THE VIDEO HERE JOIN our current class, G…

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Kester Brewin: Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Religion 1:35:20

2M ago1:35:20

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We have all been talking about AI of late and I have been on a bit of a reading deep dive about it. I am thrilled to have my friend Kester Brewin back on the podcast to talk about Artificial Intelligence & the future of religion. His new book, God-like: A 500-Year History of Artificial Intelligence in Myths, Machines, Monsters is out and 100% zesty…

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Kester Brewin: Artificial Intelligence & the Future of Religion 1:35:21

2M ago1:35:21

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We have all been talking about AI of late and I have been on a bit of a reading deep dive about it. I am thrilled to have my friend Kester Brewin back on the podcast to talk about Artificial Intelligence & the future of religion. His new book, God-like: A 500-Year History of Artificial Intelligence in Myths, Machines, Monsters is out and 100% zesty…

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Tony Jones: the Dazzing Darkness & Wild Places 1:30:23

2M ago1:30:23

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I have been friends with Tony Jones for a long time. For over 12 years, he has been working on his memoir, and it was worth the wait. The God of Wild Places: Rediscovering the Divine in the Untamed Outdoors is now out in the world and we got to sit down in his living to record this conversation about it. Longtime listeners will be familiar with Ton…

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Tony Jones: the Dazzing Darkness & Wild Places 1:29:07

2M ago1:29:07

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I have been friends with Tony Jones for a long time. For over 12 years, he has been working on his memoir, and it was worth the wait. The God of Wild Places: Rediscovering the Divine in the Untamed Outdoors is now out in the world and we got to sit down in his living to record this conversation about it. Longtime listeners will be familiar with Ton…

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The Post-Easter, Mo-Easter Edition 1:32:43

3M ago1:32:43

1:32:43

On this edition of the Theology Nerd Throwdown, Tripp & Bo nerd out about… post-Covid Easter worship the United Methodist Breakup over LGBTQ inclusion how frustrating LOTS of aging institutions can get the connection between the Religious Nones & Political Independents how the BoDaddy plans to demolish all beer-chugging challengers at Theology Beer…

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Faith without Certainty & God After Deconstruction 1:20:49

3M ago1:20:49

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In this live session, Tom Oord and Tripp Fuller will joined by Josh Patterson of the (re)Thinking Faith podcast to discuss the nature of faith after certainty and the role of scripture for a faith in transition. You can access all 10 videos now by joining the class at www.GodAfterDeconstruction.com God After Deconstruction: Check out our upcoming c…

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Faith without Certainty & God After Deconstruction 1:20:50

3M ago1:20:50

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In this live session, Tom Oord and Tripp Fuller will joined by Josh Patterson of the (re)Thinking Faith podcast to discuss the nature of faith after certainty and the role of scripture for a faith in transition. WATCH the video of this episode here. You can access all 10 videos now by joining the class at www.GodAfterDeconstruction.com God After De…

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Dementia, Caregiving, and the Church Community 1:02:30

3M ago1:02:30

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Today's podcast is a session recorded from our Alzheimer's and Dementia seminar held here at McGregor Baptist Church on February 17, 2024. Today's podcast session is titled "Dementia, Caregiving, and the Church Community" by Dr. Benjamin Mast. McGregor Dementia Podcast provides relevant resources to those currently walking the dementia journey with…

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Financial and Legal Considerations 44:32

3M ago44:32

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Today's podcast is a session recorded from our Alzheimer's and Dementia seminar held here at McGregor Baptist Church on February 17, 2024. Today's podcast session is titled "Financial and Legal Considerations" by Lance McKinney, Certified Elder Law Attorney, Osterhout & McKinney, P.A. McGregor Dementia Podcast provides relevant resources to those c…

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Communication in Dementia Care 41:40

3M ago41:40

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Today's podcast is a session recorded from our Alzheimer's and Dementia seminar held here at McGregor Baptist Church on February 17, 2024. Today's podcast session is titled "Communication in Dementia Care" by Cynthia Hipp Perthuis, Elder Care Strategist, Senior Care Authority. McGregor Dementia Podcast provides relevant resources to those currently…

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