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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

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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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Recent Guests

Bob Smietana
RNS reporter
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Episode: $438 Million Later, What Does This Faith-Tech Company Actually Do?
Philip Butler
Scholar, theologian, technologist, founder of the Seekr Project
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Episode: Spiritual Technology for the 21st Century
Claire Jean Gravet
Vatican correspondent for Religion News Service
Religion News Service
Episode: Building God, Fearing Doom: The Theology of Superintelligence
Hayden Royster
Reporter for Religion News Service
Religion News Service
Episode: Building God, Fearing Doom: The Theology of Superintelligence
Vanita Gupta
Former US Associate Attorney General
This State of Belief guest on the episode
Episode: Pope Leo XIV and the Case for Imperfection
Elesha Coffman
Historian at Baylor University, author of Turning Points in American Church History
Baylor University
Episode: Separation of Church and State Was a Baptist Idea. What Happened?
Claire Jeangravet
Vatican reporter
Vatican News / Reuters–style outlet represented in the interview
Episode: What Stuck: Reading Pope Francis a Year Later
Claire Giangravé
Vatican reporter
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Episode: What If the Most Powerful American in the World Isn't Who You Think?
Tim Schrader Rodriguez
Survivor of conversion therapy who discusses his experiences and the Supreme Court ruling
Former participant in conversion therapy; advocate survivor
Episode: He Survived Conversion Therapy. The Supreme Court Just Made it Legal Again

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Amanda Henderson
Host of Complexified

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • 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

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    5
    Anna A
    United States2 years ago
  • Like walking thru the halls of Iliff School of Theology

    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

    Audible
    5
    Anna A
    United States2 years ago
  • Religiously curious? Politically frustrated? That’s me.

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @mattmorris
    United States2 years ago
  • This is worth your ears!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KP-HP
    United States4 years ago
  • 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!

    Audible
    5
    JustMe
    United States4 years ago

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Audience notes a unique ability to connect historical context with current events.
Listeners emphasize thoughtful exploration of religion–politics intersections and critical thinking.
Fans say it helps them engage in conversations about faith and public policy with friends or colleagues.
Some listeners appreciate nuanced discussions beyond surface-level debates, inviting deeper reflection.

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Spiritual Technology for the 21st Century
Q: Why build an AI that asks more questions than it answers?
because the right questions help individuals unearth what they already know, enabling them to face and act on it themselves rather than receiving ready-made guidance.
Spiritual Technology for the 21st Century
Q: Tell us about Seekr.
Seekr is an introspective, healing-oriented AI designed to guide users through their internal world by asking questions rather than giving direct answers, embedding itself in black literature and internal family systems therapy to create a therapeutic introspective space.
Pope Leo XIV and the Case for Imperfection
Q: How does the Pope view regulation versus innovation in AI?
The Pope advocates for regulation and prudent pauses where needed, emphasizing that AI is not neutral and must be oriented toward the common good, with governance by states and international bodies.
Pope Leo XIV and the Case for Imperfection
Q: What exactly is an encyclical and why does AI belong in its scope?
An encyclical is the highest magisterial document a Pope issues, signaling a central message for all people of goodwill about pressing issues, and AI is viewed as affecting human dignity and social order, hence its inclusion.
Separation of Church and State Was a Baptist Idea. What Happened?
Q: How did Jefferson and the Danbury Baptists shape the understanding of that wall?
Jefferson's letter to the Danbury Baptists in 1802 popularized the concept of a wall of separation, and while the First Amendment does not explicitly use that phrasing, courts later treated the idea as a guiding interpretation of religious liberty in law.

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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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