Best Nathan Clarkson Podcasts (2024)

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Why Do I Feel Like a Failure? 1:09:06

7h ago1:09:06

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So many people do everything right and still feel like a failure in life. Why does that happen? And how do you fix it? We discuss. 1 in 4 men feel like failures: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/one-in-four-men-feel-like-failures-survey-finds/news-story/548fc822a127c3c71570351fb59661d2 What is adulting? https://time.com/4361866/adulting-defin…

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How Do You Make a House a Home? (With Sally Clarkson) 55:12

5d ago55:12

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What does it mean to "make a house a home" and why is focusing on the home making a comeback? Mrs. Sally Clarkson brings Romanticize Your Life Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/should-you-romanticize-your-life-with-keelia-clarkson/id1510271421?i=1000640843163 Homesteading Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/should-we-move-to…

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Is Equity or Equality More Important? 46:25

12d ago46:25

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What is the difference between equity and equality? And which is more important? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss. Equity vs Equality definitions: Merriam Webster: https://www.merriam-webster.com/grammar/equality-vs-equity-difference George Washington University: https://onlinepublichealth.gwu.edu/resources/equity-vs-equality/…

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How Do We Reach the Culture? (With Daniel Blackaby and Michael Blackaby) 55:45

19d ago55:45

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How does one reach this new generation with the truth of Christianity? We discuss with authors Daniel and Michael Blackaby. Links for more info: https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2022/09/13/how-u-s-religious-composition-has-changed-in-recent-decades/ https://news.gallup.com/opinion/polling-matters/406544/slowdown-rise-religious-nones.aspx https:…

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What is Nihilism? 50:00

26d ago50:00

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Nihilism is arguably the most influential philosophy today. But what is it? And what are its strengths and weaknesses? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss. Definition of nihilism: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nihilism History of nihilsim: https://iep.utm.edu/nihilism/ Dan Harmon on the meaning of life: https://comicbook.com/tv-s…

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Are People Fundamentally Good? (With Louis Giovino) 46:19

1M ago46:19

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Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes invite Producer and theologian Lou Giovino back on the show to discuss whether people are fundamentally good or evil, and what that means. Links to further resources below. Pope Francis Interview: https://x.com/60Minutes/status/1792337978313802225 Pope Francis Controversy: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/…

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Is Mental Illness a Myth? 1:09:10

1M ago1:09:10

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Does mental illness not exist like some people suggest? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss why some people think mental illness is a myth and how to best love people in your life who struggle with mental health problems. Links to resources for further overthinking: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mental%20illness(definition) https…

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How Much Should We Sacrifice for Others? 53:03

2M ago53:03

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What is the right balance between self sacrifice and self care? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss: Links to further reading: https://medium.com/@treadmilltreats/sacrificing-your-own-happiness-for-another-person-cc7abdc6907f https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/202012/how-much-are-you-willing-sacrifice-your-relationshi…

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Why Do We Love The Inklings? (With John Hendrix) 50:49

2M ago50:49

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Why is the literary group started by CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien--The Inklings--still so popular to this day? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss with celebrated artist and author John Hendrix.By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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How Do We Overcome Church Hurt? (With Aimee Byrd) 58:10

2M ago58:10

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Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson talk to author and speaker Aimee Byrd about how a religious person can be hurt by their religious community and still retain their faith. Link to Aimee's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Our-Scars-Underground-Disillusionment-ebook/dp/B0CKMV7KSZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2Y78GY0Y0Q6CM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2g9EJek-Lr6o71G4nsk…

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Is Being Patriotic Bad? (With Dr. Preston Sprinkle) 1:08:26

2M ago1:08:26

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Is it ever good to be patriotic? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson invite on Biblical Scholar, author, and podcast host, Dr. Preston Sprinkle to discuss when patriotism crosses the line into harm. https://www.britannica.com/topic/patriotism-sociology https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2021/07/patriotism-nationalism-happiness/619325/ https:/…

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Are Celebrity Crushes Harmless? 40:06

3M ago40:06

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Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes tackle the topic of celebrity crushes. Are they harmless? Or potentially bad for you?By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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How Do You Make (and Keep) Friends as an Adult? (With Nathan Sherrer) 1:01:23

3M ago1:01:23

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It's our 200th episode! We bring both Nathans back together to discuss how you can make (and keep) friends as an adult. Links for more info: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/americans-fewer-friends-survey-b1890794.html https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/researchers-find-strong-relationships-protect-long-term-health-and-happiness#:~:text=But%…

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Are Miracles Real? (With Dr. Craig Keener) 1:26:46

3M ago1:26:46

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Do miracles happen today? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson talk to Dr. Craig Keener, author of the book "Miracles Today", to discuss whether miracles are real and answer modern objections. Link to more resources: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/miracleBy Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Is It Better to Choose Security or Dreams? 1:14:26

3M ago1:14:26

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So many creative people wrestle with whether to choose financial security, or their artistic dreams. But why should you have to choose? And how do you know what to choose? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss the trade-offs. Links: https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/what-is-financial-security/#:~:text=Quick%20Answer,clear%20of%20high%…

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What is Church? (With Father Astor Yelangueuzian) 1:19:00

4M ago1:19:00

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A growing number of people in The West are abandoning church, reinventing church, and saying we need to come back to church. But what even is church? We discuss with Anglican minister Father Astor on our latest episode. Links to further resources: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/origin-nature-church/ https://www.catholic.com/audio/sp/the-t…

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Is Reason or Faith Better? 52:27

4M ago52:27

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Should you live more by reason or by faith? Two overthinking Christians--Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes--give their answer. Link to resources: https://academic.oup.com/book/38895/chapter-abstract/338046901?redirectedFrom=fulltextBy Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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How Do We Disagree Better? (With Dr. John Inazu) 53:21

4M ago53:21

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Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson welcome author and law professor Dr. John Inazu to discuss his new book "Learning to Disagree: The Surprising Path to Navigating Differences with Empathy and Respect", and how we can learn to live and love across difference in a very divided time. Links to further reading: https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2019/…

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How Do the Metaphors We Use Shape Us? (With Dr. Joy Clarkson) 1:04:08

4M ago1:04:08

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How do the metaphors we use to describe ourselves and our world shape us--for good and ill? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes bring back author Dr. Joy Clarkson to discuss the limits of how we describe ourselves in the modern world and what metaphors we should add to our vocabulary.By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Are Blockbusters Ruining Movies? (With Jillian Schroeder) 50:21

4M ago50:21

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Some filmmakers are claiming that blockbusters are dumbing down audiences so that they can't appreciate better, more challenging movies. But is that true? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson bring on film critic Jillian Schroeder to discuss on this latest episode. https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/04/opinion/martin-scorsese-marvel.html https://variety.…

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Is It Okay To Be Single? 52:01

5M ago52:01

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Many single people find themselves ashamed of their singleness. But is being single always a bad thing? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson--a single and a married man--discuss. External links: https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/more-americans-are-choosing-to-stay-single/By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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How Do You Find A Spouse? (With Keelia Clarkson) 1:00:42

5M ago1:00:42

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Everyone agrees that dating is more difficult and ever. So how do you find a spouse if you want one? Resident happily married couple Nathan and Keelia Clarkson tell their story to resident single Joseph Holmes and give great tips for all the singles out there on this latest episode. https://www.forbes.com/health/dating/dating-statistics/#:~:text=Da…

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Should You Date Someone With Different Beliefs From You? 53:33

5M ago53:33

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More people are dating outside their faith today and fewer people are dating outside their politics. Is this a good thing? What should be a deal breaker when it comes to beliefs? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss.By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Are Married People Happier? (With Dr. Brad Wilcox) 50:06

5M ago50:06

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As fewer people are getting married, many people are arguing that single people are happier than married people. But is that true? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson interview sociologist and author Dr. Brad Wilcox on this deeply relevant topic.By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Is "Be Yourself" Good Advice? 47:09

6M ago47:09

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Nathan Clarrkson and Joseph Holmes take on one of the most popular pieces of advice today and unpack whether it's actually good advice--and when.By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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What Is Art? 50:51

6M ago50:51

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What is art and what is it for? And why does that question even matter? By request, Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson tackle with one of the most difficult questions yet. Links to other resources: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/art-definition/ https://www.britannica.com/art/visual-artsBy Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Who Are The Most Iconic People of The 21st Century? 1:17:13

6M ago1:17:13

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Who are the most iconic and influential people of the past 20 years? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes put forward and explain the people who they think shaped the way we think about the world?By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Should You Romanticize Your Life? (With Keelia Clarkson) 49:09

6M ago49:09

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"Romanticize your life" is a social media trend that has swept the internet. But what does it mean? And is it problematic? Keelia Clarkson joins Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes to discuss.By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Should We Dream Big or Be Content? 59:56

7M ago59:56

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Our culture constantly gives us mixed messages about whether we live our best life by dreaming big and chasing those dreams or by being content whatever our circumstances. So which is it? We discuss on our first episode of the new year! Links to resources: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jodiecook/2020/06/01/dream-bigger/?fbclid=IwAR3ulZkJsYLXM0IQ1kFS…

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What Is The True Spirit of Christmas? (With Nathan Sherrer) 50:01

7M ago50:01

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What is the true spirit of Christmas? How do we define it? We discuss this and more on 2023's annual Christmas episode. https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas https://www.statista.com/topics/3216/national-holidays-in-the-us/#topicOverview https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2022/09/13/how-u-s-religious-composition-has-change…

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Should We Be More Grateful? 56:17

8M ago56:17

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Is gratitude important? Surprisingly that's a controversial question. But even if it is important, how does one practice it? Joseph and Nathan discuss. https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2022/11/24/gratitude-giving-thanks/ https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/can-expressing-gratitude-improve-health#:~:text=…

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How Do You Handle Suffering? (With Brock Heasley) 56:16

8M ago56:16

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Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson invite on author and filmmaker Brock Heasley to discuss how to deal with suffering in a way that makes us better rather than worse. Along the way they discuss Brock Heasley's new faith-based sci-fi film "The Shift", and all three of our own journeys with profound suffering. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/m…

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Is It Better To Be Nice or Honest? 59:22

8M ago59:22

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So many people struggle with finding the balance between being nice and being honest. How do you find that balance? Nathan and Joseph break down their thoughts and their experiences with this very relevant issue, and of course, bring the data. https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2022/12/do-real-friends-tell-truth-confrontation/672437/ https:…

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Should We Trust The Experts? 55:29

8M ago55:29

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We live in a complex world that requires specialized knowledge in order to live in, whether it's science, medicine, technology, psychology, and whatever else. And yet, a growing number of people are losing trust in experts to give them reliable information in their areas of expertise. But is this lack of trust misplaced? And what is the alternative…

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When Should We ”Unfriend” People? 1:01:13

8M ago1:01:13

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With more and more people cutting out friends and family for being "toxic", Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss when we should or shouldn't make the decision to axe a relationship. https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2022/09/toxic-person-tiktok-internet-slang-meaning/670599/ https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2021/01/why-pare…

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Is Witchcraft Real? 54:19

9M ago54:19

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Every culture and time has believed in witches and witchcraft, and each time and place has disagreed on whether they're evil or good. But is witchcraft real? And if so, is it harmful? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss and debate this topic just in time for Halloween! Links to info on this topic: https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2022/10/1…

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Are R-Rated Movies Bad For Us? (With Tyler Smith) 1:25:17

9M ago1:25:17

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Is watching harmful things like violence or terror bad for us? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson bring on film critic Tyler Smith to discuss. Click the link below to donate to Tyler Smith's family during his time of illness. https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-tyler-smith-and-family?member=21781955&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_l…

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Are Aliens Demons? 48:44

9M ago48:44

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A growing number of Christians are convinced that supposed alien sightings are actually demons in disguise. What evidence is there for that? Is it convincing? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson weigh in as spooky month continues!By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Is True Crime Entertainment Bad For Us? 44:21

9M ago44:21

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Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson discuss the good and bad of true crime and how you know if your love of true crime might be problematic. https://today.yougov.com/entertainment/articles/43762-half-of-americans-enjoy-true-crime-yougov-poll?redirect_from=%2Ftopics%2Fentertainment%2Farticles-reports%2F2022%2F09%2F14%2Fhalf-of-americans-enjoy-true-cri…

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Should We Move to a Cabin In The Woods? 1:04:23

10M ago1:04:23

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Should we leave society and move to a cabin in the woods? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss whether packing up and leaving society is really the best solution to our problems.By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Where Is the Modern Day C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien? (With Annie Crawford) 1:10:45

10M ago1:10:45

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CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien were giants of fantasy literature and Christian thought. So why haven't there been others like them since? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson invite cultural apologist Annie Crawford to discuss the conditions that created Lewis and Tolkien and how we can create those conditions again.…

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Should We Read Fiction? (With Amanda Dykes) 1:12:31

10M ago1:12:31

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Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes welcome on celebrated author Amanda Dykes to discuss why we seem so embarrassed to read fiction and why that's a mistake. https://www.theguardian.com/books/2018/sep/17/us-losing-appetite-for-reading-fiction-research-finds#:~:text=But%20novels%20and%20short%2Dstory,24%2Dyear%2Dolds%E2%80%9D. https://news.gallup.com/…

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Should We Care About Pop Culture? (With Dr. Daniel Blackaby) 1:01:24

10M ago1:01:24

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People tend to either think that pop culture is harmful or that it doesn't matter. But is pop culture more important than we think? And might it be a positive force for good? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson bring on author and culture critic Dr. Daniel Blackaby to discuss. Times of India Are young people of a society more influenced by pop cultur…

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Why Don’t Men Go To Church? (With Jesse Dvorak) 1:14:55

11M ago1:14:55

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Why do men go to church so much less than women do? We bring on men's coach and filmmaker Jesse Dvorak to discuss why church isn't working for men and what to do about it. https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2018/04/06/christian-women-in-the-u-s-are-more-religious-than-their-male-counterparts/By Nathan Clarkson & Joseph Holmes

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Are Women Having An Identity Crisis? (With Keelia Clarkson) 1:05:09

11M ago1:05:09

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Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes talk to writer and podcast host of "The Wallflower Journal" and "Dear Wallflower" about why women seem to be having an identity crisis that nobody is talking about. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4478054/ https://www.cnn.com/2016/06/08/health/women-anxiety-disorders/index.html…

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Should We Be Scared of AI? 47:02

11M ago47:02

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Everyone's talking about AI. Is it something we should be scared of? If so, what should we be scared of about it? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss. https://www.ibm.com/topics/artificial-intelligence https://www.forbes.com/sites/cognitiveworld/2019/10/31/should-we-be-afraid-of-ai/?sh=2b90d8274331 https://www.cnbc.com/2023/05/06/youre-right-…

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Can God Make A Stone So Heavy He Can’t Lift It? 38:06

11M ago38:06

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It's one of the most famous paradoxes in history. But is it really that big a deal? And what's the answer? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson answer the omniscience paradox on this latest episode. The Omnipotence Paradox https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/omnipotence/#IntrPrel A God Problem https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/25/opinion/-philosophy-god-…

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How Should You Define Success? 56:09

11M ago56:09

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Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes discuss how society defines success and how we could or should define it differently. Dictionary https://www.dictionary.com/browse/success The moral consequences of teleological beliefs about the human species https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2023-92110-001?fbclid=IwAR0gIv8NdbnL9jl92aRi5K3_s1zB6xaRXND_MsX47o-bDC-1xRJ…

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Should Preachers Have Nice Things? (With Ben Kirby) 1:04:53

12M ago1:04:53

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Why do we feel uncomfortable with preachers having lots of money? Is there something wrong with pastors having expensive things? Nathan Clarkson and Joseph Holmes bring on Ben Kirby--author and man behind the viral "preachers and sneakers" account--on this latest episode. History of prosperity gospel: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/what…

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What Does The Bible Say About Conspiracy Theories? (With Dr. Dru Johnson) 1:12:59

12M ago1:12:59

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Does The Bible have anything to say about conspiracy theories for the church? Joseph Holmes and Nathan Clarkson bring on biblical scholar Dr. Dru Johnson to discuss. https://www.businessinsider.com/pastors-quit-after-qanon-radicalize-congregation-2021-3 https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2021-03-03/la-na-church-qanon-conspiracy-theories htt…

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