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Commitment to Reality

Christian Research Institute
Commitment To Reality
Miscarriage
Sleep
Orthodox Christianity
Digital Technologies
Reality
Artificial Intelligence
Orthodoxy
Universe
Israel
Relational Biology
Medicine
Parenthood
Pornography
The Wisdom Of Sleep
Christianity
Miracles
Abortion
Two-Story Universe
Goldilocks Principle

Hosted by Dave Hanegraaff Commitment to Reality is a podcast for a post-truth—and increasingly post-reality—age. We are living through one of the most disorienting periods in human history—leaving many to wonder: What is reality? As artificial intelligence accelerates and institutional trust erodes, our shared sense of what is real continues to crumble. Reality is the way the world truly is—indepe... more

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The Palestinian flag is everywhere these days. Along with the Ukrainian flag, the pride flag and a number of other flags that have come to hold cultural meaning in our modern world. These flags are symbols—but symbolic of what?

Dave likes to call th... more

If you could take a pill and never have to sleep again—would you? If sleep is mere utility, like charging your phone at the end of every day, then no one should fault you for making that choice. But Brett McCracken would argue that sleep is so much m... more

We’re on a brief summer sabbatical here at Commitment to Reality, but I wanted to reach out and thank everyone who’s joined us on this journey so far. We’re just getting started.

One of my favorite parts of hosting this podcast has been the connecti... more

Long after you’re born, your mother’s body continues to carry your cells—and you carry hers. The science behind this phenomenon is called fetomaternal microchimerism, and by bringing attention to this reality Dr. Kristin Collier dismantles the modern... more

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Recent Guests

Fares Abraham
Palestinian Christian leader; founder of Levant Ministries
Levant Ministries
Episode: Free Palestine? The Coffee Shop Contradiction | Fares Abraham
Brett McCracken
Author and scholar discussed in interview
Author; The Gospel Coalition (editorial role)
Episode: A Love Letter to Sleep | Brett McCracken
Dr. Kristin Collier
Physician and scholar who studies medicine, faith, and ethics
Unspecified (references to Michigan/Notre Dame programs; physician and academic work)
Episode: Your Mother Is Still Carrying Part of You | Dr. Kristin Collier
Andrew Williams
Author and theologian focused on pornography, vision, and iconography
Author of From Object to Icon
Episode: We ALL Have a Porn Problem | Andrew Williams
Brittany Lee Allen
Author and speaker on miscarriage and suffering
Author, The Emotional Prosperity Gospel; Speaker
Episode: Lost Gifts: Miscarriage, Hope, and the God of All Comfort | Brittany Lee Allen
Tim Carney
Author of Family Unfriendly
Author, Speaker
Episode: Family Unfriendly: Do Americans Hate Children? | Timothy P. Carney
Doug Axe
Biologist and intelligent design advocate who co-wrote The Price of Panic and appears in The Story of Everything
Discovery Institute (mentioned)
Episode: The Strange Beauty Science Can’t Explain | Douglas Axe
Justin Marler
Author of Unseen Warfare, Ancient Teachings for the Modern Fighter; former monk
Self-published author/Orthodox speaker
Episode: Sin Isn’t Your Main Problem—Art of Unseen Warfare | Justin Marler
Fr. Stephen Freeman
Orthodox priest and theologian
Orthodox Church in America (OCA)
Episode: Christian Atheism: God as an Idea Is No God at All | Fr. Stephen Freeman

Host

Dave Hanegraaff
Host of Commitment to Reality

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Encouraging!

    Dave is a calming presence, his guest are insightful, and the focus of the podcast, commitment to reality, is encouraging.

    Keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luke Gro
    United States5 months ago
  • Joyful listen.

    Congratulations. Good on you fr. Stephen. You are wise and true about all things. Fr. Jeremiah. Καλή ανάσταση to all listeners.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeremiah V.
    Australia6 months ago
  • Wonderful

    Been listening to his father Hank since the days of “Christianity in crisis” and “Counterfeit revival” on cassette tape. And now listening to his son dialog on great topics with great people has been refreshing. While he isn’t his father I can affirm the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. He brings much to the table in a very straight to the point kinda way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jamie Hust
    United States7 months ago
  • Great Interviews

    Dave is a great interviewer, really pulls out very interesting details and provides practical ways to take action and stay grounded in faith.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alan T Morgan
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    Dave invites thought provoking conversations with a wide array of guests and explores meaningful questions around living in today’s modern-day society. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whityb
    United States7 months ago

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Episodes are described as thought-provoking and practically applicable to real life.
Recurring praise for deep, honest conversations with a diverse set of faith-informed guests.
Many appreciate the clear emphasis on truth and reality amidst contemporary confusion.
Listeners praise the host's calm, grounded interviewing style and the thoughtful guest choices.

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Talking Points

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We ALL Have a Porn Problem | Andrew Williams
Q: How can someone find freedom from porn and be genuinely freed?
Through real relationships and vulnerability with trusted people, moving toward authenticity and away from escapism toward the reality of God and true community.
We ALL Have a Porn Problem | Andrew Williams
Q: What does repentance look like beyond merely stopping a sin?
Repentance is a lifelong process of turning toward the Father, seeking God's will and love, with the prodigal son as a model of returning rather than merely reforming behavior.
We ALL Have a Porn Problem | Andrew Williams
Q: Why does the church care so much about sex?
Sex is foundational to human relationships and reflects the deeper gospel of union; marriage represents the earthly anticipation of heavenly communion, making right vision about sex central to the faith.
Family Unfriendly: Do Americans Hate Children? | Timothy P. Carney
Q: Tim, what inspired you to write Family Unfriendly and argue for a more family-centered culture?
My previous work showed how community and civil society have collapsed; family and marriage are the anchors, and returning to a robust family culture requires reemphasizing virtues and institutions that support parents and kids.
Making a Commitment to Reality | Frederica Mathewes-Green
Q: What makes your heart sing?
She answers that her heart sings for her relationship with Jesus and for her family, with writing and prayer as integral expressions of her faith.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Commitment to Reality

What is Commitment to Reality about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show leans into grounding discussions about reality, truth, and meaning through a faith-informed lens, often exploring how religion, philosophy, and ethics intersect with modern culture, technology, and society. Episodes frequently feature theologians, authors, and religious practitioners who unpack topics like medicine, orthodoxy, spiritual formation, and the implications of AI and post-truth living. The format tends toward thoughtful dialogue that connects everyday life with larger questions about reality, virtue, and community, making it a compelling listen for listeners seeking rigorous, reality-grounded conversations in a spiritual context. Notable strengths include a clear stance on truth and reality, a willingness to tackle diff... more

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Recent guests on Commitment to Reality include:

1. Fares Abraham
2. Brett McCracken
3. Dr. Kristin Collier
4. Andrew Williams
5. Brittany Lee Allen
6. Tim Carney
7. Doug Axe
8. Justin Marler

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