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For the Life of the World / Yale Center for Faith & Culture

Miroslav Volf, Matthew Croasmun, Ryan McAnnally-Linz, Drew Collins, Evan Rosa
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Seeking and living a life worthy of our humanity. Theological insight, cultural analysis, and practical guidance for personal and communal flourishing. Brought to you by the Yale Center for Faith & Culture.

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"Do not be afraid of your fears, but cope with them—learn how to deal with them—because unless you do, you cannot live your life abundantly and fully." (Fyodor Raychynets)

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Mystics and prophets have reported receiving visions from the Divine for centuries—”Thus saith the Lord…”—Hildegard of Bingen, Teresa of Avila, Ignatius of Loyola, Catherine of Siena, or Julian of Norwich. The list goes on.

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It’s easy to forget how utterly scandalous the concepts of grace and forgiveness are. Grace is an absolutely unmerited, undeserved benevolence. Forgiveness is an intentional miscarriage of retributive justice, ignoring of the wrong by a wrongdoer.

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Super Bowl LIX was amazing, but not because of the football, or the commercials. It was the 13-minute half-time tour de force of political theology and protest art, brought to you by Kendrick Lamar. Acting like a parable to offer more to those who al... more

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Recent Guests

Miroslav Volf
Theologian and author, known for his work on forgiveness and grace
Yale Center for Faith and Culture
Episode: The Scandal of Giving and Forgiving / Miroslav Volf
Femi Olutade
Expert on the theology of Kendrick Lamar
Episode: Kendrick Lamar's Political Theology / Femi Olutade
Ryan Darr
Assistant Professor of Religion, Ethics and Environment at Yale Divinity School and author
Yale Divinity School
Episode: Our One and Only Earth: Environmental Ethics, Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Consumption / Ryan Darr & Ryan McAnnally-Linz
Ryan McAnnally-Linz
Episode: Our One and Only Earth: Environmental Ethics, Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Consumption / Ryan Darr & Ryan McAnnally-Linz
Eliyahu Stern
Professor of Modern Jewish Intellectual and Cultural History at Yale University
Yale University
Episode: We the (Chosen) People: Christian Nationalism Now / Eliyahu Stern & Philip Gorski
Philip Gorski
Frederick and Laura Goff Professor of Sociology at Yale University and author.
Yale University
Episode: We the (Chosen) People: Christian Nationalism Now / Eliyahu Stern & Philip Gorski
Deborah Casewell
Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of Chester and co-director of the Simone Weil Research Network
University of Chester
Episode: How to Read Simone Weil, Part 3: The Existentialist / Deborah Casewell
Cynthia Wallace
Associate Professor of English at St. Thomas More College, author of The Literary Afterlives of Simone Weil, Feminism, Justice, and the Challenge of Religion
St. Thomas More College, University of Saskatchewan
Episode: How to Read Simone Weil, Part 2: The Activist / Cynthia Wallace
Eric Springsted
Co-founder of the American Weil Society and author of works on Simone Weil
Episode: How to Read Simone Weil, Part 1: The Mystic / Eric O. Springsted

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Evan Rosa
Host of thoughtful discussions on faith, culture, and personal flourishing, delving into the intersection of humanity, theology, and contemporary issues.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 233 ratings
  • Like water to a thirsty soul

    A much needed forum for restoring the increasingly thin and superficial public theology or our times. How can we know what is right & how we should live without wrestling with the tenets of our faith in real time? Listening to these thoughtful discussions give me hope.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandra in DC
    United States6 months ago
  • Exquisitely thought-provoking

    They cover topics of faith and culture today that are nuanced and important. Actually this podcast gives me a model for how to how to think at a deeper level and discuss tricky things more patiently.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NYC Downtown Girl
    United Statesa year ago
  • For the life of the world

    The Podcast is Fabulous.

    Beautiful people there.

    Thank you so much.

    ——————— D D H

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andante'
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of my favourite except…

    I have one problem w this podcast. I am sensitive to really high pitched sounds (a common issue with those of us who experience neurodiversity) and the musical intro and transitions have this nails-on-chalkboard electronic squeaky noise going on in it… I have tried to tolerate it but I’ve finally decided to leave a review. I have avoided the podcast at times because I know it will be an unpleasant experience. But if you could just change that sound, even slightly, this would be a more accessible... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WeeMe1546
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great conversation

    I’m distracted by the claim that the DSM labels some emotions as bad things to be treated. I’m a licensed therapist and don’t know specifically what’s behind this claim.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    this is Alan
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and profound discussions that bridge faith with contemporary culture.
The podcast is praised for its insightful guests and ability to address complex issues with nuance and depth.
Overall, the conversations tend to evoke a sense of community and shared exploration among listeners.
Many find it to be a source of spiritual nourishment during challenging times, highlighting its comforting and hopeful message.
Some feedback mentions the podcast's deliberate approach, at times feeling overly cautious when addressing current events.

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What the Devil: Christian Imagination, Morality, and Two-Step Devil / Jamie Quatro
Q: How does Winston's adaptation of the speech transition from addressing America to focusing on Michael?
He morphs his speech from a grand cosmic mission to a personal connection with Michael, illustrating the evolution of their relationship.
What the Devil: Christian Imagination, Morality, and Two-Step Devil / Jamie Quatro
Q: What made you, as an artist, include the character of the Two-Step Devil?
I had to ask myself why this voice manifested, and the devil character emerged as a necessary part of the narrative structure.
Kendrick Lamar's Political Theology / Femi Olutade
Q: What are the key components to understanding the spiritual clarity of Kendrick Lamar?
Femi explains that Kendrick’s music grapples with the realities of life, particularly in low-income neighborhoods, and emphasizes the importance of understanding the moral choices individuals must confront.
Kendrick Lamar's Political Theology / Femi Olutade
Q: Femi, how did you find yourself working on that season of Dissect and becoming this kind of expert on the theology of Kendrick Lamar?
Femi shares his upbringing in a religious context and how Kendrick's music resonated with his spiritual journey, leading him to explore and analyze Kendrick's work in depth.
Our One and Only Earth: Environmental Ethics, Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Consumption / Ryan Darr & Ryan McAnnally-Linz
Q: What's one practice or stance that you would recommend to folks?
Reading fiction and stories that tell narratives of humans affected by climate change helps to open up imagination to what's possible and challenges dystopian views.

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