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Give and Take

Scott Jones
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Someone once observed that if Howard Stern and Krista Tippett had a love child, it would be Scott Jones. Scott liked that. At "Give and Take,” Scott Jones talks with artists, authors, theologians, and political pundits about the lens through which they experience life. With empathy, humor, and a deep knowledge of religion, current events, and pop culture, Scott engages his guests in a free-flowing... more

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In this episode of Give and Take, Scott Jones is joined by legal scholar and social innovator Susan Sturm to discuss her powerful new book, What Might Be: Confronting Racism to Transform Our Institutions. Drawing on decades of work at the intersectio... more

In this episode of Give and Take, Scott sits down with writer and former evangelical insider Mattie Jo Cowsert to talk about her candid and compelling new memoir, God, Sex and Rich People: A Recovering Evangelical Testimony. With honesty, humor, and ... more

On this special Christmas Eve episode of Give and Take, Scott Jones is joined by Professor Matthew Milliner of Wheaton College for a thoughtful and unexpected conversation about Mary—seen through Protestant eyes. Often sidelined or approached with he... more

It’s the holiday season and the devout are fond of reminding everyone that Jesus is the reason for the season. But what do we really know about Jesus? How reliable are the Gospel accounts—and how much can historians really know the mysterious man fro... more

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Recent Guests

Susan Sturm
Legal scholar and social innovator
Episode: Episode 318: What Might Be: Confronting Racism to Transform our Institutions, with Susan Sturm
Mattie Jo Cowsert
Author of 'God, Sex, and Rich People: A Recovering Evangelical Testimony'
Episode: Episode 317: God, Sex, and Rich People: A Recovering Evangelical Testimony, with Mattie Jo Cowsert
Matthew Milliner
Professor of art history and theology at Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Episode: Episode 316: Mary, Protestants, and the Mystery of Christmas
Ryan Engley
Co-host of the Why Theory podcast
Why Theory podcast
Episode: Episode 314: What Makes a Movie a Christmas Movie?, with Todd McGowan and Ryan Engley
James Fishkin
Professor at Stanford University and author of Can Deliberation Cure the Ills of Democracy?
Stanford University
Episode: Episode 313: Can Deliberation Cure the Ills of Democracy?, with James S. Fishkin
Lindsay Lombardi
A friend and fitness and wellness coach based in Philadelphia
Vitality Squad Wellness
Episode: Episode 311: How to Stay Fit When the Holidays Hit, with Lindsay Lombardi
Sarah Hurwitz
Former Obama White House speechwriter and best-selling author
Episode: Episode 309: Reclaiming Jewish Identity in an Antisemitic World, with Sarah Hurwitz
Edward J. Watts
Historian and author of 'The Romans: A 2,000-Year History'
Episode: Episode 308: The Romans: A 2,000-Year History, with Edward J. Watts
Jeffrey Rosen
President of the National Constitution Center and author of 'The Pursuit of Liberty'
National Constitution Center
Episode: Episode 307: Hamilton vs. Jefferson: The Battle That Still Shapes America, with Jeffrey Rosen

Host

Scott Jones
Host of engaging conversations that mix humor with depth, often delving into cultural, religious, and political subjects.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 117 ratings
  • A gift befitting the Three Kings

    Scott Jones’ podcast,”Give and Take”, is always interesting, intelligent and worth a listen. This interview with Mandy Smith was a real gift I suspect I may return to again as I negotiate these several weeks of Holiday making.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Agostino 65
    United States2 months ago
  • Consistently Deep, Vulnerable, Funny Variety

    Scott is a great interviewer, has a wide variety of guests and engages them with warm appreciation, humor and curiosity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Huntaboyz
    United States5 months ago
  • This is nice

    I kinda like it

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜💕💗💖💝💞
    United States2 years ago
  • Scott’s a great interviewer

    I found Scott Jones by accident. Stumbled upon another podcast he co-hosted and was hooked immediately. With him as the host/interviewer it’s better than ever. Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bennyb2323
    United States5 years ago
  • interrupting

    was hard to listen to the guest, laura briggs, with all the interrupting by host scott jones.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    hardtolisten22334
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners express that the perspectives offered help expand their understanding of complex cultural and theological issues.
The conversations are engaging and often provide unexpected insights that challenge conventional thinking.
Some listeners mentioned that the discussions can become a bit repetitive or focused on certain topics, but overall they find the content intriguing.

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Episode 317: God, Sex, and Rich People: A Recovering Evangelical Testimony, with Mattie Jo Cowsert
Q: What does healing, spiritual healing look like for you?
Integration of the self and recognizing all parts of oneself without labels of good or bad, focusing on a balanced life.
Episode 317: God, Sex, and Rich People: A Recovering Evangelical Testimony, with Mattie Jo Cowsert
Q: How do they feel about Trump? Did they vote for Donald Trump?
Cowsert's parents are not Trump supporters. Her father left the ministry due to his disillusionment with the political situation.
Episode 284: Smokebirds, with Daniel Breyer
Q: How do you explain to people that don't understand this kind of wealth, what it's like?
Daniel articulated that wealth creates a unique sense of dissatisfaction and insecurity, as many wealthy individuals feel immense pressure and desire for validation despite their financial success.
Episode 284: Smokebirds, with Daniel Breyer
Q: What was it like to hold the actual book in your hands?
Daniel expressed excitement about holding the physical copies of his book, but also mentioned nervousness about finding typos once he opens it.
Episode 286: Shelter and Storm, with Tamara Dean
Q: What is it about you that compels you to know the stories of the people that lie there?
I think I'm just wired to be inordinately curious. I want to know the story behind the story.

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Recent guests on Give and Take include:

1. Susan Sturm
2. Mattie Jo Cowsert
3. Matthew Milliner
4. Ryan Engley
5. James Fishkin
6. Lindsay Lombardi
7. Sarah Hurwitz
8. Edward J. Watts

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