Best Pete Crouch Podcasts (2024)

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What Disability Teaches Us About Jesus (with Amy Julia Becker) 59:49

4d ago59:49

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The world offers many misleading messages about disability. Host Curtis Chang and author Amy Julia Becker challenge these misconceptions, especially around what makes a life "valuable." Drawing from her journey raising a daughter with Down Syndrome, Becker highlights the profound differences between pity, compassion, and a curiosity that honors the…

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Facing Cancer with Humor and Hope (with Amy Low) 53:29

11d ago53:29

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How do we make sense of the world when we know our time is limited? Host Curtis Chang talks about this universal question with Amy Low, whose recent memoir The Brave In Between: Notes from the Last Room chronicles the lessons learned from her now five-year-long journey with a terminal cancer diagnosis. Together, they unpack Amy's powerful reminder …

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Spiritual Preparation for the AI Era (with Andy Crouch) 1:01:42

18d ago1:01:42

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Are we on the brink of a post-human world? Host Curtis Chang is joined by author and Good Faith contributor Andy Crouch to delve into what it means to remain truly human in an era of growing AI powers. Together, they explore how followers of Jesus can help shape and adopt artificial intelligence to enhance rather than diminish the Imago Dei. They c…

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Finding God in the Small Things (with Charlie Peacock & Andi Ashworth) 49:43

26d ago49:43

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How does God meet us in the spaces and actions that seem insignificant? Host Curtis Chang welcomes Grammy-winning producer Charlie Peacock and his wife, author Andi Ashworth, to explore just that – the profound mystery and importance of small things. The couple cofounded Art House America and explain what blossomed in the old church building they o…

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How Abortion Twisted Up Trump and Evangelicals (with Pete Wehner) 1:05:05

1M ago1:05:05

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Host Curtis Chang and guest Pete Wehner (columnist at The Atlantic and former speechwriter for George W. Bush) share their personal journeys to their pro-life convictions, while also explaining how their views depart from much of the politics and practices of the current pro-life movement. They examine how this issue has distorted evangelicals, Tru…

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Can the Local Church Heal Political Division? (with Hahrie Han) 55:36

1M ago55:36

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Host Curtis Chang is joined by Dr. Hahrie Han, a political scientist at Johns Hopkins University and the Director of the SNF Agora Institute, to explore how evangelical churches relate to racial and political issues. Drawing from her research on a multi-ethnic evangelical church in Cincinnati and insights from Redeeming Babel's "The After Party" pr…

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The End... 2:00

2M ago2:00

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After 7 and a half years, Behind The Noise has reached its final destination. I'd like to thank all of my amazing guests over the years, some who travelled many miles to join me in the studio and who have given me so much laughter, tears, entertainment and knowledge! It has been a privilege to sit opposite some fascinating minds and gain so much in…

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Top Five Craziest Moments of The Summer of 2024 (with David French) 59:04

2M ago59:04

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Host Curtis Chang and "founding friend" David French dive into the five stories that dominated David's summer. From Ukraine's bold advance into Russia and the failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump to Joe Biden's unexpected exit from the presidential race and a pair of astronauts lost in space, they cover it all. They even offer a moment of a…

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How New Worship Songs Can Help Heal Our Politically Divided Church and Nation (with Matt Maher, Sandra McCracken, Jon Guerra, Dee Wilson, Isaac Wardell, and Kate Bluett) 1:03:42

2M ago1:03:42

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Curtis Chang and worship leader Isaac Wardell are joined by renowned musicians Matt Maher, Sandra McCracken, and Jon Guerra, alongside poet Kate Bluett and Grammy-winning songwriter Dee Wilson. These talented artists are pivotal contributors to The Porter's Gate's worship album for the Redeeming Babel project, The After Party. They share their uniq…

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When Is Trauma An Opportunity For Spiritual Growth? (with Rev. Summer Joy Gross) 47:49

2M ago47:49

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Host Curtis Chang welcomes Rev. Summer Joy Gross, author of The Emmanuel Promise, to explore how a broken attachment to God can amplify anxieties stemming from politics, interpersonal relationships, and global events like the crisis in Israel. Rev. Gross, drawing on her expertise as a spiritual director and her study of Attachment Theory, shares in…

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Disarming Christian Nationalism (with Pastor Caleb Campbell) 1:02:31

2M ago1:02:31

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Host Curtis Chang sits down with Pastor Caleb Campbell, author of the new book Disarming Leviathan: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor. Caleb shares his powerful journey from disenfranchised young churchgoer to neo-nazi, and ultimately, his transformation into an evangelical pastor with a desire to reach adherents of Christian Nationalism. …

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#88 - Is education killing creativity? - Darren Horne 59:25

2M ago59:25

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Darren Horne is a lecturer, author and public speaker specializing in positive and forward thinking to achieve goals in businesses and in life. Listen On Spotify | https://cl.gy/rTwBl Darren Horne | Behind The Noise | Liquid Studios | 18.7.2024 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedarrenhorne/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDarrenHorne Sp…

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How Deep Reading Forms Our Souls (with Jessica Hooten Wilson) 57:46

3M ago57:46

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How Deep Reading Forms Our Souls (with Jessica Hooten Wilson) Host Curtis Chang and award-winning author Jessica Hooten Wilson, the Fletcher Jones Chair of Great Books at Pepperdine University, discuss the decline of deep reading and how this might impact our lives. Hooten Wilson explains the significant benefits that listeners can experience by th…

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Trump, Biden, and The Power of Self Reflection (with Pete Wehner) 58:47

3M ago58:47

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Host Curtis Chang and Pete Wehner, a former speechwriter for President George W. Bush, engage in a thought-provoking discussion about tackling inner demons amidst America’s current political upheaval. They delve into topics such as the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, President Joe Biden's determination to continue despite …

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Do We Need a Worship Music Reformation? (with Andy Crouch) 1:01:24

3M ago1:01:24

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Host Curtis Chang and Good Faith contributor Andy Crouch strike a chord in their exploration of the dynamics of modern Christian worship music. Their conversation covers the ways that average Christians are becoming limited in their singing abilities, the concert-like performance style of worship leaders in our sanctuaries, and the commercial influ…

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A Christian Alternative to the Culture of Niceness (with Dr. Calvin Troup) 45:06

3M ago45:06

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Host Curtis Chang goes back to school and sits down with Geneva College President Dr. Calvin Troup and student Mattigan Burleigh to explore the college's long-standing political coursework, dating back to 1881. They delve into how, in an era fraught with political anxiety, the culture of niceness has eroded an authentic engagement across difference…

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The Cross & The Sword (with Tim Alberta pt. 2 of 2) 44:15

3M ago44:15

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In the second part of their extensive conversation, host Curtis Chang and author Tim Alberta discuss how some people in the church use the message of the cross as a weapon to exert political power over others, thus diluting its significance. They explore how many truth-seeking non-believers are put off by what they perceive as the hypocritical poli…

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Playing the Long Game in 2024 (with Tim Alberta pt. 1 of 2) 53:27

3M ago53:27

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Tim Alberta and Curtis Chang suggest a long-term approach for Christians when it comes to political engagement. They explore how the pursuit of short term political power has led believers away from effectively sharing the Gospel message. Alberta and Chang encourage listeners to consider how a deeper alignment with Jesus can lead to genuine engagem…

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#87 - From idea to red carpet premier - Actor Charlotte Fenton 1:10:22

4M ago1:10:22

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Charlotte Fenton is a dynamic filmmaker and co-founder of Broken Illusion Pictures. Charlotte opens up about how she turned an idea into a script then into a film and then got it to a red carpet premier. She also dives into her love for cinematic films, fantasy, and sci-fi, sharing her unique approach to filmmaking that blends realism with improvis…

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The politics of threat detection (with David French) 57:59

4M ago57:59

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Host Curtis Chang and "founding friend" David French sit down for a deep dive into ways people are detecting threats in today's polarized landscape. They explore how both conservatives and progressives (including Christians of both stripes) often distort potential dangers, creating a misleading perception of reality and double standards. They also …

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The Unseen Spiritual Powers Shaping Our World (with N.T. Wright) 1:00:08

4M ago1:00:08

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Host Curtis Chang engages in an enlightening discussion with renowned New Testament scholar, pastor, and author N.T. Wright. They delve deeply into the concept of the "principalities and powers" in the writings of the Apostle Paul, examining the invisible - but powerful - spiritual realities behind our institutions, politics, and culture. Listen an…

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#86 - My journey to 1 Billion views(Part 2) Ben Rowlands 56:18

4M ago56:18

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Ben Rowlands began creating digital content in 2019 and grew his online following to over 100,000 within twelve months. Fast forward to May 2024 and his following is at over 800,000 with his content about hit an unbelievable 1 billion views pulling in a staggering 35 million month! Discover the secrets to his rapid rise to success, gain knowledge, …

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The Secret Life of Pastors (with Dr. Mark Turman) 50:00

4M ago50:00

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Host Curtis Chang invites Dr. Mark Turman, Executive Director of Denison Forum and Vice President of Denison Ministries, to join him in examining the unique challenges faced by pastors in the American evangelical tradition. Both former pastors themselves, Curtis and Mark unpack the actual and perceived struggles that have made so many pastors conte…

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Can Political Violence Come From the Church? (with Elizabeth Neumann) 56:22

4M ago56:22

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Host Curtis Chang sits down with Elizabeth Neumann, a national security expert who served both the George W. Bush and Donald Trump administrations. Together, they explore the alarming rise of radicalization among everyday citizens, including within evangelical communities, and its implications for both the Christian church and democracy. Neumann sh…

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Learning to Disagree (with John Inazu) 47:34

5M ago47:34

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Host Curtis Chang and Washington University professor of law & religion John Inazu explore principles that can teach us to cultivate greater empathy and respect for the differences we encounter in our daily lives. If you feel like you always have to be right, their conversation offers practical insights and stories that reveal how legal frameworks …

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Rebus, Expats, Bodkin 10:34

5M ago10:34

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There have been 20 Rebii since crime writer Ian Rankin published his first Detective Rebus book in 1987 -- but only two TV versions. Now Richard Rankin, no relation, aims to make it third time lucky in a new BBC version. Meanwhile Nicole Kidman goes mad in her search for a missing son in Expats. But is it all Hong Kong Phooey? And Bodkin sees podca…

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Nick Brownlee on the Telly - Trailer 0:18

5M ago0:18

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Journalist and broadcaster Nick Brownlee casts his eye over the latest TV showsBy Pete Crouch

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Shardlake, A Man In Full, The Responder 9:37

5M ago9:37

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A hunchback lawyer attempts to win a game of monastic Cluedo in Shardlake, the long-awaited TV version of CS Sansom's bestselling historical novels, while very much in the modern world Jeff Daniels steals the show as a larger-than-life property developer in A Man In Full. And we also take a look at Martin Freeman as the ultra-downbeat but hugely ac…

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Fallout, Capote vs The Swans, Red Eye 9:06

5M ago9:06

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Mutants and superfreaks abound in post-apocalypse Hollywood as Fallout becomes the latest best-selling video game to get the multi-million dollar TV treatment by the makers of Westworld. But does the rest of the show match a stand-out performance by Walton Goggins as a 200-year-old bounty hunter with no nose? Meanwhile Tom Hollander is the ugly duc…

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#86 - My journey to 1 Billion views - Ben Rowlands(Part 1) 46:40

5M ago46:40

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Ben Rowlands began creating digital content in 2019 and grew his online following to over 100,000 within twelve months. Fast forward to May 2024 and his following is at over 800,000 with his content about hit an unbelievable 1 billion views pulling in a staggering 35 million month! Discover the secrets to his rapid rise to success, gain knowledge, …

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The Hidden Costs of Youth Sports (with David French) 51:35

5M ago51:35

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Curtis Chang and David French delve into the multifaceted impact of youth sports culture on both parents and children. They explore how it demands our time, influences our social status, can strain our finances, and even affects our spiritual well-being. Listen as they uncover the hidden costs of turning what used to be play into a semi-professiona…

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Dementia: Living in the Memories of God (with John Swinton) 54:41

5M ago54:41

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Host Curtis Chang engages in a profound and moving conversation with distinguished professor, pastor, and champion of Christian healthcare, John Swinton. Together, they delve into the theology of dementia care, exploring the spiritual dimensions of how God treasures all of His created beings, regardless of their cognitive abilities. Professor Swint…

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How Music Makers Help Us Make Sense of God's World (with Sandra McCracken) 1:00:41

5M ago1:00:41

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Host Curtis Chang explores the intersection of faith, music, and biblical harmony with acclaimed singer-songwriter Sandra McCracken in a conversation focusing on the craft of scripture-soaked songwriting. While discussing the influences that have shaped Sandra’s art, they unravel the importance of music in our daily lives and worship routines. The …

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Good Faith Classic: Recovering Our Storytelling Superpower (with Nancy French) 56:23

6M ago56:23

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We can't get enough of our friend Nancy French! Her debut memoir, “Ghosted: An American Story,” is available now. That's why we decided to revisit host Curtis Chang's journey into the realm of storytelling with Nancy as his guide. By embracing the narratives of our lives and recognizing the divine Author behind our individual stories, the duo urges…

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#85 - "We've lost 60% of the world's wildlife since 1970!" Conservationist Amy Bray 1:06:41

6M ago1:06:41

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Amy Bray is a dynamic young conservationist who founded the environmental charity Another Way at the age of 17. Through her organization, Amy has inspired thousands of individuals in Cumbria and beyond to take action for our planet's protection and enhancement. https://www.another-way.org.uk/ YouTube https://bit.ly/BTN85YouTube | Spotify Https://bi…

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Ghosted: An American Story (with Nancy French) 51:19

6M ago51:19

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Host Curtis Chang sits down for a gripping conversation with author and frequent Good Faith guest Nancy French to discuss her compelling new memoir "Ghosted: An American Story." Nancy opens up about wrestling with dark family and church secrets, shedding light on the complexities of transracial adoption and the challenges of losing one's community.…

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How to Listen to Music (with Andy Crouch) 1:07:00

6M ago1:07:00

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From Luke Combs and Tracy Chapman to Johann Sebastian Bach, host Curtis Chang engages in a captivating conversation with Good Faith contributor Andy Crouch about the profound significance of music in our everyday existence. Through insightful anecdotes and reflections, they explore how to actively listen to music and let it transcend mere entertain…

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The After Party Edition: The Bible and The Ballot (with Kaitlyn Schiess) 58:13

6M ago58:13

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Host Curtis Chang sits down with Kaitlyn Schiess, author of the thought-provoking book, "The Bible and The Ballot." Delving into the intersection of faith and politics, this conversation offers a compelling analysis of how Christians can use or abuse scripture to influence civic engagement and public policy. Drawing from her extensive research and …

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The Good Faith Podcast/The After Party Edition: What Democrats Fail to Get About Christians and Why It Matters (with David French) 1:00:41

7M ago1:00:41

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Host Curtis Chang and “founding friend” David French engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the relationship between Democrats and Republican Evangelicals. With a nuanced exploration into topics like the “God Gap,” they shed light on why Democrats frequently fail to grasp the perspectives and values of Evangelicals. Also in this episode, Da…

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The Good Faith Podcast/The After Party Edition: Why 2024 is not "deja vu all over again" (with Russell Moore) 55:36

7M ago55:36

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In this thought-provoking episode, public theologian and The After Party partner Russell Moore explores the need for pastors to equip themselves and their congregations for the distinctive challenges of a presidential election featuring repeat candidates and all new potential for national drama. Russell and Curtis also offer valuable insights into …

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The Good Faith Podcast/The After Party Edition: The Spiritual Discipline of Politics (with Michael Wear) 51:42

7M ago51:42

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We tend to think of spiritual disciplines as taking us out of the world: privatized quiet times, sequestered retreats, individual Bible reading, and such. We especially disconnect spiritual disciplines from the very public world of politics. Michael Wear joins Curtis to challenge this disconnection. Together they explore how spiritual disciplines c…

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The Good Faith Podcast/The After Party Edition: Anxiety and Politics 47:45

7M ago47:45

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In this first episode in a series on faith and political engagement, we delve into the intersection of anxiety and politics, as Christians navigate the mounting tension of the 2024 election cycle. In an interview conducted by DT Slouffman, Redeeming Babel’s Director of Content, Curtis shares insightful perspectives on how faith can helpfully form o…

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How to cultivate the inner life we need to face a chaotic world (with Alison Cook) 57:09

7M ago57:09

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Our outer world – our politics, our society, our organizations, even our local community and families – can be enormously complex and even chaotic at times. How do we make sense of all that happens around us? Author and therapist Alison Cook joins Curtis to explore a key strategy: exploring our inner world. They discuss why grasping our inner compl…

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How we talk about cancer (with Nancy French) 1:00:35

8M ago1:00:35

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40% of all Americans will receive a diagnosis of cancer in their lifetime and practically every adult will know someone who already has. How do we talk about this reality? Nancy French, who recently was diagnosed with an aggressive type of breast cancer, joins Curtis to talk about how we talk. In a wide ranging, vulnerable, and candid conversation,…

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Escaping the media echo chamber (with David French) 55:07

8M ago55:07

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Repeated studies show that the current media landscape is worsening polarization and weakening our ability to grasp truth. How do we escape getting trapped in our own “bespoke realities?” This Good Faith episode draws on a recent webinar led by Curtis and David French where they address how Christians can adopt better information habits. Check out …

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Why is there so much poverty in America? (with Matthew Desmond) 55:05

8M ago55:05

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How are Christians supposed to think, feel, and act as they walk by a homeless person? As they drive through an impoverished neighborhood and pass by its residents? Our reactions will be strongly influenced by how we answer the question, “Why? Why are these people poor?” To wrestle with this question, Curtis is joined by the leading scholar on Amer…

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Will Western culture hunger for God more than we realize? (with Andy Crouch) 1:06:41

8M ago1:06:41

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The dominant narrative is that Western culture is headed for ever greater levels of atheism, agnosticism, or at least departure from belief in the Christian God. Andy Crouch returns from his sabbatical to question this narrative. He points out that the dominant secular worldview of the West - deterministic, rationalistic, and reductionist - is star…

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The moral aftershocks of Gaza (with David French) 1:02:26

9M ago1:02:26

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The ongoing war in Gaza has sent out reverberations in the political, military, and economic spheres. But what about the moral sphere? Curtis is joined by “founding friend” David French to examine the moral aftershocks of Gaza in two disparate spheres: the moral practice of war and the moral practice of free speech at universities. We examine why C…

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Where is AI taking us spiritually? (with James Cham and John Kim) 59:59

9M ago59:59

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AI feels like a tornado that has hit society: unpredictable, powerful, and out of our control. How do we as Christians respond to this force in the world? Curtis is joined by two friends who live and work at the intersection of AI and spiritual reflection: James Cham of Bloomberg Beta and John Kim of the Karamaan Group. Together, the three friends …

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How evangelicalism got hijacked (with Tim Alberta) 1:05:17

9M ago1:05:17

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American evangelicalism’s pull towards the far right is felt by anyone that comes into contact with the movement. But how did this happen? Who did the pulling? What were the motivations? What were the pre-conditions that made evangelicals so susceptible? With his latest book, The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of…

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