Best The Trinity Forum Podcasts (2024)

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Life, Death, Poetry & Peace with Philip Yancey 30:21

2h ago30:21

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Life, Death, Poetry & Peace with Philip Yancey Life has changed dramatically in the 400 years since John Donne wrote his Devotions. Yet despite the advances of the intervening centuries, we find that, like Donne, we are still subject to sickness and death. We still long for comfort. We still want to know what God is saying to us. Author Philip Yanc…

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E33: Cultivating Culture: DeVone Holt on the Trinity of Workforce Success 25:24

4h ago25:24

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This episode features a conversation with DeVone Holt, a prominent figure in workforce development and organizational culture. DeVone shares his unique career journey, detailing his path from journalism to various roles in public relations, economic development, and education. The discussion focuses on DeVone's experiences at Goodwill Industries of…

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How to be a Patriotic Christian 31:09

4d ago31:09

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How to be a Patriotic Christian The topic of Christian nationalism takes us into deep questions of how we understand and live out our allegiances to both our country and the kingdom of God, how we ought to relate to our neighbors, and how we should pursue justice and flourishing within our nation. It's also a topic rife with confusion and uncertain…

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Scripture and the Public Square 35:49

19d ago35:49

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The language of the Bible has often been invoked in American political discourse through the centuries. Quoted by suffragists and secessionists, invoked in arguments for (and against) American independence, the Civil War, and cited by virtually every President across parties. So how should we discern a faithful application of scripture in public li…

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What Really Matters with Charlie Peacock and Andi Ashworth 39:32

1M ago39:32

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What Really Matters with Charlie Peacock and Andi Ashworth Ours is an age that values and valorizes productivity, speed, and scale, and emphasizes precise and perpetual measurement and management of those markers. A whole range of organizations, including nonprofits, and even churches, as well as individuals believe that what is valuable is empiric…

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Christian Pluralism: Living Faithfully in a World of Difference 38:52

2M ago38:52

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Christian Pluralism: Living Faithfully in a World of Difference The term ‘pluralism’ has been subject to misunderstanding – even misuse – over the past several years. Some read or hear the word and think simply of a multiplicity of opinions. Others think of a sort of moral relativism that affirms your truth and my truth, no matter how contradictory…

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E32: Fostering a Culture of Well-being at Work: Insights from Mental Health Expert Rochele Burnette 21:24

2M ago21:24

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Joining us for this episode is Rochele Burnette, Chief Consultant for Be Wellness Consulting, as she discusses the critical topic of mental health in the workplace. Rochele shares her extensive background in criminal justice and community mental health, and how she became involved in mental health first aid training. The conversation delves into th…

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Towards a Better Christian Politics 1:04:00

2M ago1:04:00

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The relentless pull and pressure of partisan antagonisms and tribalism have fractured friendships, families, communities — and churches. In a time of conflict over what is good and confusion over what is true, what can church leaders do to cultivate a more faithful form of civic engagement? How can we learn to discern the call to love and justice a…

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A Life Worth Living with Miroslav Volf 33:10

3M ago33:10

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A Life Worth Living What makes a good life? What habits of attention, reflection, and action orient us towards knowing, desiring, and doing what is good, true, and beautiful? Such “big questions” may seem unanswerable and intimidating — but their exploration is at the heart of the human quest for meaning. Drawing on his popular Yale course, theolog…

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E31: Workforce Strategies That Work: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Communities 20:46

3M ago20:46

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Tune in for another episode of KRA's The Hub as Derrick Colbert, Director of Strategic Partnerships at KRA, joins us. Derrick shares his background and journey into workforce development, stemming from a family dedicated to service. He discusses his role at KRA, focusing on growth strategies, client acquisition, and partnership development. Derrick…

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The Kingdom, The Power, and The Glory with Tim Alberta 42:19

3M ago42:19

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The Kingdom, The Power, and The Glory with Tim Alberta American Christians are certainly not immune to the anger, division, and fear that characterize our political moment. For many, the prospect of another election year is a source of dread or of numb exhaustion; others have responded with aggression or defensiveness. On our podcast, author and jo…

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E30: Building the Workforce of Tomorrow: Leadership Perspectives from the 2024 NAWB Forum- Part Two 27:31

3M ago27:31

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Welcome back for part 2 of KRA's The Hub special series recorded live at the 2024 NAWB Forum in Washington, D.C. In this episode, host Jonathan Overall continues the engaging discussions started in part 1, sitting down with influential workforce development leaders. Guests include Anthony Featherstone, Executive Director at WorkSource Montgomery, J…

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E29: Building the Workforce of Tomorrow: Leadership Perspectives from the 2024 NAWB Forum- Part One 19:46

4M ago19:46

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In this special two-part series from KRA's The Hub podcast, host Jonathan Overall sits down with influential leaders in the workforce development space at the 2024 NAWB Forum conference in Washington, D.C. Hear insightful conversations with George Wright, CEO of the Chicago Cook County Workforce Development Board, Drew Hubbard, Executive Director o…

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Connecting Spiritual Formation and Public Life with Michael Wear 33:10

4M ago33:10

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Connecting Spiritual Formation and Public Life with Michael Wear In the midst of what is proving to be a frustrating, fractious, and even frightening election year, how can Christians best respond to the situation in front of us, and how can we offer a positive contribution to our common life? Drawing on the life and work of the late philosopher Da…

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Making as a Spiritual Practice with Makoto Fujimura 40:42

4M ago40:42

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Making as a Spiritual Practice with Makoto Fujimura If at the center of reality is a God whose love is a generative, creative force, how do humans made in God’s image begin to reflect this beauty and love in a world rent by brokenness and ugliness? As Mako argues on our latest podcast, it’s in the act of making that we are able to experience the de…

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E28: Women in Leadership: Kyla Guyette's Journey in Workforce Development 17:04

4M ago17:04

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Our special guest for this episode of KRA's The Hub is Kyla Guyette, Director of Strategic Partnerships at KRA. Kyla shares her journey in the workforce development field, from her early experiences helping Hurricane Katrina victims, to her current role at KRA and on the board of the National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB). She discusses th…

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Walking as a Spiritual practice with Mark Buchanan 36:11

4M ago36:11

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What does it mean to walk with God? The spiritual life is so often described as a walk, journey, or pilgrimage that it can be easy to dismiss the practice of walking as a mere metaphor. But in God Walk, author, pastor, and professor Mark Buchanan explores the way that the act of walking has profound implications for followers of the Way. Buchanan r…

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E27: Trust and Transformation: Lessons from CareerRise's Workforce Development Strategies 23:53

4M ago23:53

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This episode features a conversation with John Helton, President and CEO of CareerRise, as John discusses the critical role of workforce intermediaries in driving economic mobility and equity. He also shares insights on how CareerRise serves as both a funder collaborative and convener to support workforce development in the Metro Atlanta region. Di…

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Reading as a Spiritual Practice Jessica Hooten Wilson 28:57

4M ago28:57

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What if we viewed reading as not just a personal hobby or a pleasurable indulgence but as a spiritual practice that deepens our faith? In her book, Reading for the Love of God, award-winning author and Trinity Forum Senior Fellow Jessica Hooten Wilson explores how Christian thinkers—including Augustine, Julian of Norwich, Frederick Douglass, and Do…

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E26: Boosting Access to Jobs and Training: A Customer-Centered Approach 20:02

5M ago20:02

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This episode features an interview with Terrance Bowens, Program Manager for KRA, as he discusses workforce development and customer-centered design. Terrence provides background on his experience in workforce development and what drew him to the field, as well as details on the Northern Nevada region where he currently works. He outlines KRA's rol…

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Pursuing Humility, with Richard Foster and Brenda Quinn 36:39

5M ago36:39

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Pursuing Humility, with Richard Foster and Brenda Quinn In an age when self-promotion is often celebrated as a sign of leadership and strength, humility may seem a lost virtue. Or alternatively, a form of moral condolence for the less successful. In his recent work, Learning Humility, theologian Richard Foster argues that humility is actually stren…

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Word Beneath the Words with Malcolm Guite 42:21

6M ago42:21

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Word Beneath the Words with Malcolm Guite We’re joined on our podcast by poet, priest and songwriter, Malcolm Guite. With grace and insight, Malcolm has written of the mystery, beauty and imaginative force of language and the ways in which our imaginations apprehend truth that our reason cannot fully comprehend: “Jesus says, love the Lord your God …

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Music, Creativity & Justice with Ruth Naomi Floyd 30:15

6M ago30:15

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Music, Creativity & Justice with Ruth Naomi Floyd How should we think about work within, and live faithfully within a world that was called and created to be good and beautiful, and yet everywhere is marred by ugliness and injustice? Jazz vocalist and composer Ruth Naomi Floyd joins our podcast to discuss the intersection of music, creativity, and …

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E25: Driving Innovation in Workforce Development 20:21

6M ago20:21

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Tune in for a conversation with Dawn Karber, Director of SkillsFWD and Owner of Talent Growth Group, about driving innovation in workforce development. Dawn shares tips for embracing innovation, building strong partnerships, and overcoming common barriers like fear of failure, and skills-based hiring. She also offers insights from her extensive exp…

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E24: The Origin and Evolution of KRA: A Conversation with the Founder and President & CEO Knowlton Atterbeary 26:30

7M ago26:30

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This episode of The Hub features a discussion with Knowlton Atterbeary, the Founder and President & CEO of KRA Corporation. Mr. Atterbeary traces the origin of the company, and reveals KRA's commitment to leadership development, both within the firm and more broadly in the workforce industry, highlighting prominent professionals who began their car…

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Tolkien, Lewis, and the Realities of War with Joe Loconte 29:16

7M ago29:16

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Learning in Wartime with Lewis and Tolkien and Joe Laconte Trinity Forum Senior Fellow Joe Loconte joins our podcast to discuss the friendship and legacy of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. He highlights how their wartime experiences, and their subsequent refusal to become disillusioned and disenchanted in the aftermath of World War I allowed for som…

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Hope in an Age of Anxiety 37:45

7M ago37:45

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We are in an anxious age. By some estimates, a third of all Americans will struggle with anxiety in their lives, and nearly 20% currently suffer from an anxiety disorder. For those suffering the mental distortions of anxiety, life can be difficult, and hope elusive. And for many Christians who have tried and failed to stop their slide into fear and…

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E23: Growing Leaders from Within: A Chat with KRA's Jonathan Overall 21:38

7M ago21:38

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In this episode, Jonathan Overall, Senior Director, Workforce Operations, provides an inside look at his own career journey and the experiences that led him to his current role overseeing workforce-services programs across the country. Discover KRA's 40+ years’ culture of developing leaders from within the organization, and the value that KRA place…

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Caroling Christmas and Christian Formation with Keith Getty 29:16

7M ago29:16

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During Advent and Christmastide–and at all times–how can we understand and fully experience the formative power of music? And amid distraction and anxiety, how can we keep Christ at the center of our hearts as we sing? As Keith Getty explains, Christmas carols are not only about festivity, but also formation. For all of the delight they bring, they…

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Advent: The Season of Hope with Tish Harrison Warren 34:43

8M ago34:43

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The season of Advent calls us to remember the incarnation of Christ into our world while anticipating his future return. Yet what does Advent have to tell us about our present “now and not yet” moment? In her new book Advent: The Season of Hope, priest, author, and Trinity Forum Senior Fellow Tish Harrison Warren draws our attention towards the way…

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E22: Navigating the Legal Landscape: Ensuring Ethical and Effective Hiring Practices 16:38

8M ago16:38

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This episode features a conversation with Merry Campbell, Chair of Employment and Labor at Shulman Rogers law firm, as she discusses current and upcoming legal considerations in recruiting and hiring. Touching on issues around AI, demographic data, diversity, equity and inclusion goals, and more, Merry provides perspective on ensuring hiring practi…

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How to Know a Person with David Brooks 37:41

8M ago37:41

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In a society where so many feel unseen and unknown, how do we become the kind of people who deeply see and know those around us? The conflict and division in our society demonstrate the need for people committed to pursuing human connection, even across lines of difference. What can we do – as individuals and in community – that will help us really…

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E21: Beyond WIOA: Innovations in Funding, Training, and Workforce Development in Spokane 20:20

8M ago20:20

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This episode features a conversation with Kevin Williams from the Spokane Workforce Council about the opportunities and challenges facing workforce development today. Topics covered include adopting a customer-centered approach, the need to diversify funding sources, childcare as a workforce issue, and advice for navigating turbulent times. Tune in…

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After Babel with Jonathan Haidt and Andy Crouch 43:20

8M ago43:20

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We were made for relationship — to be seen, loved, known, and committed to others. And yet we increasingly find ourselves, in the words of sociologist Jonathan Haidt, “disoriented, unable to speak the same language or recognize the same truth. We are cut off from one another and from the past.” On our podcast Haidt and bestselling author Andy Crouc…

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Trust, Truth, and the Knowledge Crisis 33:56

9M ago33:56

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The question “How do I know what’s true?” comes up with increasing frequency and urgency in our time of angry polarization, deliberately-stoked outrage, and earned distrust. There is money to be made and a growing market for the kind of misinformation that reinforces our views and confirms our preconceptions — as well as a large price to be paid: “…

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E20: From "School Place to Workplace": Building Career Readiness Through K-12 Partnerships 15:40

9M ago15:40

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This episode features a conversation with Ed Hidalgo, founder of Ed Hidalgo Consulting, as he discusses integrating career development and advising into K-12 education. Ed provides an inside look at how schools can foster career readiness and exploration starting at an early age by helping students understand their strengths, interests, and values.…

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Healing a Divided Culture with Arthur Brooks 50:20

9M ago50:20

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Healing a Divided Culture with Arthur Brooks In his book, Love Your Enemies best-selling author, thought leader, and professor Arthur Brooks blends cutting-edge behavioral research and ancient wisdom to offer a better way to bridge divides and mend relationships. In March of 2022, The Trinity Forum hosted an Evening Conversation with Brooks to help…

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E19: Communication, Convening, Telling Your Story: Advice from a Workforce Leader 23:25

10M ago23:25

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This episode features a conversation with Stephanie Deese, Executive Director of the North Carolina Association of Workforce Development Boards (NCAWDB), as Stephanie provides an overview of her career journey and reveals the most pressing workforce issues facing her region today. Discover how the pandemic accelerated innovation like virtual servic…

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Justice, Mercy, and Overcoming Racial Division 31:09

10M ago31:09

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Justice, Mercy, and Overcoming Racial Division with Claude Alexander and Mac Pier A recent Gallup poll found that over 70% of Americans are both worried about and deeply dissatisfied with the racial tensions and divisions in the country. And yet when those numbers are broken down, you’ll find that around a third of white Americans consider a race t…

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E18: Disability Employment: Trends and Innovations from Maryland 21:51

10M ago21:51

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This episode features a conversation with Jade Gingerich, Director of Employment Policy at the Maryland Department of Disabilities, for an insightful discussion on disability employment. Jade provides background on her agency's mission to improve coordination of services and promote equal opportunity for people with disabilities. She outlines key s…

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Beyond Ideology with Peter Kreeft and Eugene Rivers 47:12

10M ago47:12

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What is ideology? What are the consequences of an era when seemingly every human issue is viewed through an ideological lens? In October of 2021, the Trinity Forum and Comment magazine partnered for an evening conversation to explore precisely these questions. Cherie Harder and Anne Snyder moderated a conversation with philosopher Peter Kreeft and …

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E17: Beyond Borders: How Cross-State Partnerships Enhance Talent and Business Engagement 18:20

11M ago18:20

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This episode of The Hub features a conversation with Jim McShane, executive director of CareerSource Capital Region, discussing the Workforce Alliance, a collaboration of workforce boards across Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. Jim explains how the alliance allows for coordination across state lines to share best practices, partner with businesses re…

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The Decadent Society with Ross Douthat 47:01

11M ago47:01

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Decadence isn’t a word most of us use on a daily basis, and yet author and columnist Ross Douthat believes that it perfectly captures the state of a largely stagnant and sclerotic American culture. In his book, The Decadent Society, Douthat explores both the meaning of decadence and the trajectory that led us there. But in addition to diagnosing ou…

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E16: Meeting Current and Future Workforce Challenges: Lessons from Employ Prince George's 20:31

11M ago20:31

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Walter Simmons, founding President & CEO of Employ Prince George’s and Executive Director of the Prince George’s County Workforce Development Board, joins the program to share his insights about how the workforce system can innovate to meet current and future challenges. Walter reveals the most significant changes needed in the public workforce sys…

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The Challenge of Christian Nationalism with Mark Noll and Vincent Bacote 41:49

11M ago41:49

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The Challenge of Christian Nationalism with Mark Noll and Vincent Bacote As the lines between faith, politics, and patriotism have become, in some quarters, increasingly blurred, it is increasingly important to understand the origin, ideas, and consequences of Christian Nationalism — what it means, why it matters, and how best to respond. “Responsi…

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E15: Empowering Underserved Communities: With Cami Eakins, CEO of Career Path Services 16:01

11M ago16:01

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This episode features a conversation with Cami Eakins, CEO of Career Path Services, as she provides an overview of her organization and discusses how Career Path Services is committed to serving underserved communities, including refugees, immigrants, underemployed individuals, and unhoused populations. Cami emphasizes the importance of recognizing…

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Rebuilding our Common Life with Yuval Levin 31:26

12M ago31:26

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Rebuilding our Common life with Yuval Levin One of the greatest problems in our civic life is that our institutions are weak. And they're weak not merely because they are distrusted by outsiders, but because their leaders fail to take their institution-building responsibilities seriously. Rather than submitting to the responsibilities and constrain…

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All the Lonely People with Ryan Streeter and Francie Broghammer 38:55

1y ago38:55

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All the Lonely People with Ryan Streeter and Francie Broghammer Why is it, in the midst of relative peace and prosperity, we are increasingly alienated, lonely, and depressed? Even before we lived through a global pandemic, we were (and are) living through a deadly loneliness epidemic. In this conversation Ryan Streeter and Francie Broghammer join …

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The Burden of Living and the Goodness of God with Alan Noble 31:10

1y ago31:10

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The Burden of Living and the Goodness of God with Alan Noble We don’t often talk about the courage required to face ordinary life. Such common human challenges as sorrow, despair, anxiety, and mental illness may cause us to experience life more as a burden than a gift. For many, this struggle is a constant one. In his new book, On Getting Out of Be…

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E14: Reflections on the DOL ETA 2030 Vision Convening 25:45

1y ago25:45

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Jane Oates, President of WorkingNation, and former U.S. Department of Labor official, joins the program to share her reflections on the recent U.S. DOL Employment and Training Administration Vision 2030 Workforce Convening. Jane covers topics including the need to focus on equity, career pathways to quality jobs, and building a strong care economy.…

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