
For too long we have avoided talking about religion and politics. But the truth is, religion and politics are about daily life. When we avoid the hard topics connected to religion and politics, we become stuck in the status quo. On Complexified we dive into the places where religion and politics collide with real-life, so we can get unstuck- so we can make real change. We dive into our most entren... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 102 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GovernmentReligion & Spirituality | |||

Who's behind a mysterious mass-text that invoked faith and economic justice to promote data centers?
A few weeks ago, residents of Prince George’s County, Maryland, received a text message telling them about the benefits of data centers: jobs, inves... more
RNS reporter Bob Smietana on Gloo, the faith-tech company chasing a one-stop IT/AI solution for churches.
Nearly half a billion dollars, gone, over thirteen years.
That's how much a company called Gloo has lost trying to build an all-in-one digital... more
When Tradition Becomes Trouble
On the side of a mountain in Switzerland, in the shadow of the Alps, a fanciful event attracting a small but ardent group of Catholic traditionalists gathered to celebrate the consecration of 4 new bishops…
Who were t... more
Philip Reed-Butler, Black AI, and the future of healing
For the last few weeks, we’ve been talking about artificial intelligence. We’ve talked Vatican positioning, Silicon Valley philosophers, Catholic ethics, corporate power, doomsday language, all... more
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If I may take a quote out of context, I’d say this show is “…shaped inside of a wide horizon.” (Dr. Willie J. Jennings. Imagine a land of belonging. June 2024. Min 17:25) >br />I like to joke that even tho Iliff is a small school it takes forever to get down the hallway cause you overhear and join all these incredible conversations. Complexified shares insight into the mindset at Iliff School of Theology thru these conversations with professors and fantastic philosophical minds from other spaces... more
If I may take a quote out of context, I’d say this show is “…shaped inside of a wide horizon.” (Dr. Willie J. Jennings. Imagine a land of belonging. June 2024. Min 17:25) >br />I like to joke that even tho Iliff is a small school it takes forever to get down the hallway cause you overhear and join all these incredible conversations. Complexified shares insight into the mindset at Iliff School of Theology thru these conversations with professors and fantastic philosophical minds from other spaces... more
I’ve been fascinated by religion for most of my life. At different time I’ve engaged, and other times I’ve distanced myself from it. But one thing that’s always intrigued me as the connection between religion and politics in America. It’s undeniable.
Complexitied does something I haven’t heard in other podcasts, which is to draw our attention closer to the interconnectedness of religion and politics in America. I can’t think of more important thing to focus on in the lead up to the 2024 electio... more
While acknowledging and upholding the separation between Church and State, Complexified reveals to us the reality of how these two entities have been and will forever be entwined. You do not have to be religious (or even spiritual!) to enjoy and LEARN from this Podcast.
Amanda thank you for bringing Rob Schenck to your platform. And Rob, thank you for your authenticity and honesty. These hidden stories (as I refer to them) are important to hear to understand how we can make a difference!
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This show consistently explores the intersection of religion, politics, and everyday life, often through high-profile reporting and historical context. Recent episodes center on AI ethics, Vatican–tech dialogue, church–state questions, and how religious movements influence public policy and culture. The discussions tend to juxtapose traditional religious thought with contemporary policy debates, and frequently feature journalists and scholars who provide historical context and critical analysis. A standout aspect is its willingness to tackle controversial topics with nuance, bridging religious discourse and policy implications in a thoughtful way, useful for listeners who want deeper understanding of how belief systems shape governance, tec... more
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Recent guests on Complexified include:
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2. Philip Butler
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4. Hayden Royster
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