Best REThinker Faith Culture Podcasts (2024)

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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes 1:07:24

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The Planet of the Apes franchise has a strange staying power. With the release of the latest (ninth!) film, we review the long, odd history of the franchise - including its mixed success with social commentary. Then we dive into the new film, which embodies the best and worst tendencies of its predecessors. PLUS: a Planet of the... Kyles?…

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86. Reclaiming Parental Rights | Fuchsia Hyde & Clare Page 42:14

15h ago42:14

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This podcast was filmed October 30th, 2023 at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship Conference in London, England. In this insightful episode, Tammy Peterson is joined by Fuchsia Hyde and Clare Page to delve into the complex and often controversial landscape of education and parenting in today's society. Clare Page, a mother and designer turned …

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85. The Impact of Abortion on Women's Mental Health | Calum & Lois Miller 1:32:28

4h ago1:32:28

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This episode was recorded on March 27th, 2024. Calum and Lois Miller are UK-based advocates highly focused on fostering a society that respects all lives in every pregnancy. As a bioethicist at the University of Oxford and an acclaimed researcher on abortion policy, Calum has been recognized by various institutions like the Royal College of Psychia…

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Improvising Church - Faith After Church Pt 2 54:45

31m ago54:45

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What would happen if we reimagined church from the ground up? Jazz musician and pastor Mark Glanville joins us for our second installment of Faith After Church. How has jazz helped Mark totally rethink what Church can look like? We should mention that Mark brought his piano...By Mark Glanville, Matt Mikalatos, JR. Forasteros

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84. The Intersection of Politics, Education, and Social Ideologies | Gino Luurssen 2:12:42

21m ago2:12:42

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This episode was recorded on August 2nd, 2023. Gino Luurssen is a political columnist, educator and politician based in the Netherlands. Known for questioning the innovations and manner in which public education is managed. He garnered public traction in early 2023 by touching down on the gender-ideology that is perpetuated through the public insti…

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83. How P*rnhub Fuels Human Trafficking | Laila Mickelwait 1:04:25

1h ago1:04:25

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This episode was recorded on July 5th, 2023. Laila Mickelwait, the Founder and CEO of the Justice Defense Fund and the visionary behind the Traffickinghub movement, boasts over 15 years of dedicated research and activism against sex trafficking, establishing herself as a leading expert in the field. As the driving force behind Traffickinghub, a glo…

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Free Palestine 1:17:51

16d ago1:17:51

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How should we respond to the genocide in Gaza? We explore the complexities of US foreign policy, the origins of Evangelical Zionism and its anti-Semitic nature. What responsibility do we have? What can we do?By Matt Mikalatos, Kathy Khang, JR. Forasteros

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82. The Psychology of Performance | Michaéla Schippers 1:06:21

37m ago1:06:21

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This episode was recorded on June 7th, 2023. Michaéla C. Schippers is a Professor of Behaviour and Performance Management at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam. She holds a PhD in Psychology and focuses on goal setting, team performance, academic performance, ikigai (Which means “purpose in life”), and life goals. Schipper…

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81. Parental Alienation and Children's Rights | Monique Dietvorst 1:25:13

14d ago1:25:13

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This episode was recorded on June 9th, 2023. Monique Dietvorst founded the Parental Alienation Canada Facebook group to provide education and support for parental alienation and shared parenting defaults. Initially advocating for men's issues at the Canadian Centre for Men and Families in 2015, she established a gender-neutral movement for Parental…

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Solo Planet: How the Church is Failing by Failing Single People 1:06:30

23d ago1:06:30

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Is there a church anywhere in the world where single Christians are flourishing? Why are churches so indifferent - or outright hostile - to the unique struggles and strengths of single Christians? Anna Broadway joins us to share her round-the-globe tour of Christian singledom. PLUS: you won't believe how Anna met Kathy. And there's a certain book a…

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80. Deconstructing Simone de Beauvoir | Janice Fiamengo 1:22:18

3d ago1:22:18

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This episode was recorded on June 27th, 2023. Janice Fiamengo, a retired Professor of English from the University of Ottawa, initiated The Fiamengo File YouTube series in 2015, delving into the fallacies of academic feminism and its profound societal repercussions. Her 2018 book, "Sons of Feminism: Men Have Their Say," amplifies the voices of men w…

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CIVIL WAR 1:12:50

30d ago1:12:50

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Talking heads all over the country are warning we're headed for a second civil war. So is a movie called CIVIL WAR about exactly that a good idea? Kathy and JR. consider how that may be the wrong question as we explore Alex Garland's latest film from A24. What does it have to say about journalism? About politics? About being American? JR.'s article…

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79. Rethinking Feminism in the Modern World | Mary Harrington 1:12:49

10d ago1:12:49

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This episode was recorded on June 16th, 2023. Mary Harrington, a distinguished contributing editor at UnHerd and esteemed author of Feminism Against Progress, possesses an impressive repertoire of published work. Her insightful contributions have graced the pages of prestigious publications such as the London Times, the New Statesman, the Spectator…

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78. The Intersection of Art and Faith | Debra Gaines 1:19:17

23d ago1:19:17

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This episode was recorded on June 19th, 2023. Debra has dedicated her life to ministry. With extensive pastoral experience in Washington and Colorado, she holds a Masters in Practical Ministry. Currently engaged in various ministries at her local church, Debra wears multiple hats as an author, teacher, speaker, apostolic prayer coordinator, prophet…

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Faith After Church Pt. 1 1:00:16

1M ago1:00:16

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What does faith look like when the church fails us? We reflect on our faith journeys - how we've all moved out of the institutional church in different ways. We explore what that has looked like, consider the state of our faith now and imagine what comes next. Join us for part one of a two-part discussion!…

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77. The Role of Philosophy in Shaping Modern Culture | Stephen Hicks 1:14:48

1M ago1:14:48

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This episode was recorded on June 14th, 2023. Stephen R. C. Hicks is a Professor of Philosophy at Rockford University, Illinois, USA, and a Senior Scholar at The Atlas Society. He is a prolific author with books including Explaining Postmodernism, Nietzsche and the Nazis, The Art of Reasoning, Entrepreneurial Living, Liberalism Pro and Con, and the…

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76. How Critical Theories Shape Our World | Wokal Distance 1:17:45

1M ago1:17:45

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This episode was recorded on July 10th, 2023. Wokal Distance, or Michael Young is a writer and explainer of "woke-ness," postmodernism, and Critical Theories such as Critical Race Theory and Radical Gender Theory. He researches telos and the Logos with the aim of restoring objective meaning to our postmodern world. He is a visiting fellow at the Ce…

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Bonus Episode: Rethinking Spiritual Leadership in Times of Ecclesiastical Upheaval 32:59

20d ago32:59

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Join us as Dr. Angie Ward shares her journey from traditional church leadership to organic faith expressions. We explore Angie's pivotal moment during a leadership class that sparked a reevaluation of church leadership. Our candid conversation delves into the tensions of spiritual and vocational disruption, reflecting on the necessity of embracing …

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110: Letting Go of the Limits That Hold Women Back 1:40:08

1M ago1:40:08

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In this week's episode, we're talking all about letting go of the socially constructed limits that keep women small and hold them back from authenticity and showing up with fully, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: The societal, religious and cultural factors that keep women in double-binds The social constru…

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Retelling a Story 1:06:44

1M ago1:06:44

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Some say we're living in the age of remakes, reboots and legacequels, but the truth is that we've been retelling stories since that first "Once Upon a Time..." In honor of the release of James, the new retelling of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, we explore why we enjoy retelling stories, what separates the good retellings from the soulless rem…

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75. The Fight for Female Privacy | Sall Grover 1:31:12

23d ago1:31:12

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This episode was recorded on March 29th, 2024. Sall Grover, Australian founder and CEO of "Giggle," a women's only social networking app, gained prominent attention in 2021 for a historical gender identity discrimination case, “Tickle v Giggle". This absurdly titled Australian Federal Court case commenced after Roxanne Tickle, a transwoman, was den…

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74. Censorship in Science | Dr Tess Lawrie 1:08:03

1M ago1:08:03

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This episode was recorded on March 28th Dr. Tess Lawrie is an accomplished medical doctor, researcher, and health advocate with extensive global experience. Her clinical and research skills have been utilized in the development of clinical practice guidelines for the World Health Organization. As the CEO of EbMCsquared CIC, founder of BiRD Internat…

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109: Deconstructing Patriarchy and its Affects on Mental Health 1:12:54

2M ago1:12:54

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In this week's episode, we're talking all about deconstructing patriarchy and its effects on mental health, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: Defining patriarchy and its historical social construction How patriarchy affects mental health on a personal level What healing and changing the internalized messages…

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Rethinking the Police 55:59

2M ago55:59

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Why isn't police reform happening? Despite massive waves of sustained protest around the country, policing seems to be stuck. Dr. Daniel Reinhardt, an officer for 20 years, insists the problem is the internal culture of policing. How can we change that? Daniel joins us to explore what ordinary citizens can do to make real, systemic change.…

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Dr. Paul Leslie: The Magical Session 59:53

2M ago59:53

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We discuss Paul's wonderful book, The Art of Creating a Magical Session: Key Elements for Transformative Psychotherapy.

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73. Restoring Meaning in a Postmodern World | Wokal Distance 1:17:35

1M ago1:17:35

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This episode was recorded on May 17th, 2023. Join us on this enlightening journey with Michael Young, also known as Wokal Distance, as he delves into the intricate world of "woke-ness," postmodernism, and various Critical Theories, including Critical Race Theory and Radical Gender Theory. As a writer, researcher, and explainer, Michael is on a miss…

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108: Q&A | Rethinking Anger, Deconstructing Patriarchy & Healthy Differentiation 1:15:16

2M ago1:15:16

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In this week's Q&A episode, we’re answering your question all about: Anger as a healthy part of processing hurt The history of patriarchy and its effects on women and society today Individuation and differentiation: Being connected to others and in community while still maintaining your authentic sense of self Q&A Time stamps: [3:46] Anger as a hea…

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The 2024 Fascinating Pop Culture Madness Tournament 1:11:16

2M ago1:11:16

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It's the annual Fascinating Pop Culture Madness tournament. From Prince Harry to the boat-killing Orcas to the best T-Swift Team up, our patented, professionally calibrated bracket leaves nothing to chance. Listen up and get ready to cast your vote in the final game. Who will reign supreme this year? It's up to you! The 2024 Fascinating Pop Culture…

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72. From Woke to Wisdom | Wokal Distance 1:33:49

2M ago1:33:49

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This episode was recorded on April 26th, 2023. Wokal Distance is a writer and explainer of "woke-ness," postmodernism, and Critical Theories such as Critical Race Theory and Radical Gender Theory. He researches telos and the Logos with the aim of restoring objective meaning to our postmodern world. He is a visiting fellow at the Center for Renewing…

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71. Unraveling Postmodernism | Wokal Distance 1:23:27

2M ago1:23:27

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This episode was recorded on April 14th, 2023. Wokal Distance is a writer and explainer of "woke-ness," postmodernism, and Critical Theories such as Critical Race Theory and Radical Gender Theory. He researches telos and the Logos with the aim of restoring objective meaning to our postmodern world. He is a visiting fellow at the Center for Renewing…

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69. Faith, Family, and Feminism | Katherine Bennet 1:06:06

2M ago1:06:06

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This podcast was filmed November 1st, 2023 at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship Conference in London, England. In this insightful episode of my podcast, I engage in a deep and thoughtful conversation with Katharine, exploring a wide range of topics including the challenges of maintaining femininity in the modern world, the shift in Catholic …

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107: Healing From Purity Culture and Redefining Healthy Sexuality with Stephanie Stalvey 1:25:34

2M ago1:25:34

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In this week's episode, Ranela and our guest Stephanie Stalvey are breaking down the constructs surrounding purity culture and healing from the messages that were rooted in shame and disconnection from our bodies, including: The background of purity culture, particularly circling in religious circles in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s …

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The Masters of the Universe are Miserable ft. Naomi Kanakia 1:08:15

2M ago1:08:15

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Why are the people with the most power so often the most miserable? Author Naomi Kanakia joins us to reflect on the way oppression hurts everyone - even those who oppress. We also explore the possible limits of found family and what's so great about the so-called Great Books. Naomi's newsletter, Woman of Letters The 2024 Fascinating Pop Culture Mad…

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70. Feminism, Euthanasia, and Empowerment | Lia Milousis 1:39:59

2M ago1:39:59

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This episode was recorded on August 11th, 2023. Join us as we explore the impactful work of Garifalia (Lia) Milousis, a prominent figure in constitutional law, human rights, and family law with the Acacia Group. With a background enriched by her studies at the University of Ottawa, Lia tackles complex issues like reproductive justice, euthanasia, a…

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106: When Religious Trauma Makes You Question Everything with Caitlin Harrison 58:36

2M ago58:36

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In this week's episode, we're talking all about the psychology of evolving faith and rebuilding healthy spirituality, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: Defining religious trauma and wounding How religious trauma this plays a role in people rethinking some of their beliefs How hierarchy systems of authority t…

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Ben Winters Goes Big Time 51:26

2M ago51:26

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Ben Winters returns to the show! He's the creator and executive producer of the hit new CBS show Tracker. He's got oodles of Audible original short novels! And his latest novel, Big Time just dropped! Will Ben reveal the secrets of his prolific career? Is it possible he is releasing something else this year? Just how long ago was the 90s, exactly? …

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Resilience in Ministry 38:32

2M ago38:32

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Rev. Jeff Sanders, a pastor and licensed marriage and family therapist, talks to seminary dean Dr. Peter Vogt about resilience in ministry and how to cultivate the habits leading to it. Resources mentioned in this episode: Burns, B., Chapman, T., and Guthrie, D. Resilient Ministry: What Pastors Told us about Surviving and Thriving (2013) Oliver, G.…

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68. The Untold Victims of Feminism | Janice Fiamengo 1:24:01

2M ago1:24:01

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This episode was recorded on Feb 22nd, 2023. Janice Fiamengo is a retired Professor of English from the University of Ottawa. She began The Fiamengo File series of YouTube videos in 2015 to discuss the fraud of academic feminism and its devastating social effects. Her book Sons of Feminism: Men Have Their Say was published in 2018, containing stori…

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105: Faith Beyond Doubt: When You Find Yourself Rethinking Your Beliefs with Amanda Waldron 46:45

3M ago46:45

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In this week's episode, we're talking all about the psychology of evolving faith and rebuilding healthy spirituality, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: Situations that often lead people into a shifting faith Feeling fear or shame because of your questions or doubts Dealing with friends/family who are becomin…

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Praying with St. Patrick 45:48

3M ago45:48

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This weekend is St. Patrick's Day - but beyond the green and the clovers, what is Patrick all about? Host Matt Mikalatos takes us into his new book, Praying with St. Patrick, to discover what wisdom Patrick has to offer for us today!By Matt Mikalatos, Kathy Khang

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Dr. Paul Leslie: Transforming Themes 1:04:18

2M ago1:04:18

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I speak to Paul about his book Transforming Themes: Creative Perspectives on Therapeutic Interaction.

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Patrick McGrath-Muñiz: Justice 1:08:01

2M ago1:08:01

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In this episode, I speak with Patrick McGrath-Muñiz. This is the ninth installment of my series with Patrick exploring the first twenty-two cards of the Major Arcana of the Tarot. Patrick is a professional artist from Puerto Rico. His work has been featured in art galleries and museums across the country. In this episode, we explore the symbolism a…

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67. Navigating Politics and Personal Values | Candice Bergen 1:17:31

2M ago1:17:31

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This episode was recorded on May 23rd, 2023. Candice Bergen, former Leader of the Official Opposition and Conservative Party, served as a Member of Parliament for 15 years under Prime Minister Stephen Harper's cabinet. She held various positions, including Minister of State for Social Development, Opposition House Leader, Deputy Leader, and Shadow …

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66. How Tax Laws Undermine Family Unity | Anne Fennell 1:23:46

3M ago1:23:46

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This episode was recorded on November 30th, 2023. Anne Fennell, a devoted wife and mother to six sons ranging from 22 to 8 years old, is passionate about highlighting the value of the caregiving role and preserving the freedom for future generations to make the choice to care. Overseeing her household, Anne has observed the impacts of family polici…

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104: The Psychology of When Your Faith is Changing 1:35:33

3M ago1:35:33

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In this week's episode, we're talking all about the psychology of evolving faith and rebuilding healthy spirituality, including our own personal experiences and psychological insights such as: The mental health benefits of healthy spirituality Stages of cognitive development and how thinking often expands with age Tactics and red flags of spiritual…

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Killers of the Flower Moon ft. Dr. Randy Woodley 1:23:19

3M ago1:23:19

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Killers of the Flower Moon is getting a lot of attention in awards season - and a lot of praise for its depiction of Native Americans. But Dr. Randy Woodley, Indigenous screenwriter and activist, cautious us against rushing to heap praise upon Martin Scorsese's latest. We welcome Randy to share his experience in the film industry and how he has nav…

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Dr. Rainer Funk: The Art of Living 1:08:35

2M ago1:08:35

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Rainer Funk is Director of the Erich Fromm Institute Tuebingen, Co-Director of the Erich Fromm Study Center at the International Psychoanalytic University (IPU) in Berlin, and a practicing psychoanalyst based in Tuebingen, Germany. He is Erich Fromm’s sole Literary Executor and among his publications are the 10-volume German edition of Erich Fromm …

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65. Fighting for Justice in Healthcare | Dr. Trozzi 1:04:41

3M ago1:04:41

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This episode was recorded on February 14th, 2024. In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Mark Trozzi, an Emergency Medicine expert with a 25-year tenure in Canada, who has also contributed over a decade to teaching advanced medical procedures across three Canadian medical schools. Disturbed by discrepancies he observed between medical science, ethics…

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64. Are You Living with a Narcissist? | Keith Campbell 59:34

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This episode was recorded on February 8th, 2023. W. Keith Campbell, Ph.D., a distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Georgia, boasts a prolific career marked by over 200 scientific papers and several noteworthy books. Collaborating with Jean Twenge, he co-authored "The Narcissism Epidemic: Living in the Age of Entitlement" and pe…

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103: Moving from Insecure to Securely Attached Relationships 1:14:55

3M ago1:14:55

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In this week's episode, we're talking all about attachment styles within a relationship, including our own personal experiences and: What attachment styles are and where they come from: secure, anxious, and dismissive-avoidant How to move from an insecurity towards a secure attachment The importance of self-awareness and reflection in understanding…

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