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Down the Wormhole

Down the Wormhole
Ciara's Journey In Science and Faith
The Intersection Of Science and Religion
Disinformation
Sinai and Synapses
Ethics
Science Communication
Misinformation
Gene Therapy
Covid-19
Curiosity
Science
Religion
Human Cannibalism
Paleo Diet
Molecular Biology
Worship and Music
Decision Fatigue
Cognitive Biases
CRISPR
Existentialism

Exploring the relationship between science and religion

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Episode 135

In part 26 of our Sinai and Synapses interview series, we are talking with Dr. Randy Wedin. He is a freelance science writer and a Lay Teacher at the Minnesota Zen Meditation Center (MZMC). He earned his PhD in Chemistry at Harvard Univer... more

Episode 134

How do our religious communities become breeding grounds for bad science and misinformation? Is religion itself to blame or is there something else at work? Secret foreskin heists, biblical breakfast wisdom, and a cure for ignorance!

Sup... more

Episode 133

In part 25 of our Sinai and Synapses interview series, we are talking with Rabbi Daniel Swartz. He is the spiritual leader at Temple Hesed of Scranton and Executive Director of the Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life (COEJL). Pre... more

Episode 132

The Trump Administration has waged an all out war on gender and sex. They claim to be motivated by "common sense science" and religious truths, but are disingenuous and incomplete on both fronts. We talk about the actual science of biolog... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Randy Wedin
Science writer, chemist, and Zen teacher
Sinai and Synapses
Episode: Elevating the Discourse with Randy Wedin
Rabbi Daniel Swartz
Spiritual leader at Temple Hesed of Scranton and executive director of the Coalition for Environment and Jewish Life
Coalition for Environment and Jewish Life
Episode: Elevating the Discourse with Daniel Swartz
Dr. Fred Ledley
A physician, geneticist, biotech entrepreneur, musician and professor at Bentley University
Bentley University
Episode: Elevating the Discourse with Fred Ledley
Dr. Ciara Reyes-Ton
A scientist, writer, editor, educator, and singer-songwriter. Founder of Mount Carmel Worship Collective for the Creative Exploration of Faith Science and the Arts, and president of the Science Communicators of Faith.
Mount Carmel Worship Collective
Episode: Elevating the Discourse with Ciara Reyes-Ton
Jack Shlachter
Physicist and rabbi, former staff at Los Alamos National Laboratory
Episode: Elevating the Discourse with Jack Shlachter
Dr. Briana Pobiner
Anthropologist and researcher focusing on human origins and diets
Smithsonian's Human Origins Program
Episode: The Real Paleo Diet with Briana Pobiner
JD Stillwater
Science ambassador and author
Religious Naturalist Association
Episode: Elevating the Discourse with JD Stillwater

Hosts

Zack
Host and Co-host engaged in exploring intersections of science and faith.
Rachel Jackson
Co-host and rabbi, engaging theological discussions informed by personal experience.
Ian Benz
Co-host and educator focused on science and spirituality dialogue.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Welcome back!

    Love this podcast. So glad you guys are back - please keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carl52020
    United States7 months ago
  • The Old Testament

    Listen to the Bible Project. Great scholarship on the OT

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ncogbno
    United States3 years ago
  • I'm only 9 episodes in, but so far this podcast has been incredible for dealing with my own doubt and reconciling religion with science. Very entertaining group as well thank you!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    T45LKyle
    4 years ago
  • I’m not the only one?!?

    I absolutely LOVE this podcast! I studied biology in college, and I dabbled in human evolution for some research projects. As a Christian living in the South, it is hard to find people to talk to about religion and science who are not completely on one side of the line or the other. I personally like to bridge the gaps between the two. I finally feel like I’m not the only one! This podcast has given me a family and a place to belong. No I don’t know them personally, but I sure feel like I do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scvaughan
    United States5 years ago
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The show is seen as a welcoming space for talking about complex issues without taking a definitive side.
Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and depth in discussions about faith and science.
Many listeners feel a sense of community and connection through these discussions, appreciating the expertise and diverse backgrounds of the hosts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Elevating the Discourse with Randy Wedin
Q: What do you want everybody to know?
Wedin expresses the importance of interdependence, highlighting that we are all connected and that understanding this concept can significantly affect our perceptions and interactions.
Elevating the Discourse with Randy Wedin
Q: Could you tell us a little bit more about how you see those two complementing each other?
Wedin explains that Zen practice, much like scientific inquiry, encourages experiential learning and reasoning, emphasizing the importance of testing and validating knowledge through personal practice and community dialogue.
Elevating the Discourse with Taylor Thomas
Q: Can you tell us what existentialism is all about?
Dr. Taylor Thomas defines existentialism as primarily the study of what it means to be in a world that does not have definitive answers, exploring concepts of purpose and how to live as a person.
Elevating the Discourse with Daniel Swartz
Q: What should we do these days regarding environmental advocacy?
He emphasizes the importance of storytelling in making the effects of climate change real and relatable for people.
Elevating the Discourse with Daniel Swartz
Q: How have you been doing this for this long and still have some kind of hope?
Rabbi Swartz discusses turning to nature's resilience, religious traditions, and inspiring individuals to maintain hope in environmental efforts.

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Content engages listeners in thoughtful discussions that merge science with spirituality, providing insights into how these two domains intersect and inform each other. Episodes often feature experts from diverse backgrounds, discussing topics ranging from environmental advocacy and ethics in science to the complexities of disinformation and its impact on public perception. With a standout focus on diverse religious beliefs and practices, the conversations also emphasize the importance of critical thinking and the dialogues between faith and scientific thought. This unique blend of humor and depth makes it both accessible and enriching for those exploring their own beliefs or seeking to understand the relationship between spiritual narrativ... more

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2. Rabbi Daniel Swartz
3. Dr. Fred Ledley
4. Dr. Ciara Reyes-Ton
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6. Dr. Briana Pobiner
7. JD Stillwater

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