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God Forbid

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Religion: it’s at the centre of world affairs, but profound questions still remain. Why are you here? What happens when you die? Does God matter? God Forbid seeks the answers.

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Whether or not you believe in - or even know about "the Rapture", "the Tribulation", "the End Times", and "Armageddon", your life is influenced by the idea that Jesus Christ will not only return, he’ll go to Jerusalem, and from there, for exactly one... more

Most of us spend most of our waking hours working, paid and unpaid.

From housework to paid work, most of our lives are dominated by work. It's so ingrained that losing our true selves in work can feel unavoidable.

Yet, many also find purpose, val... more

Halloween, in the western Christian tradition, remembers the dead – saints, martyrs, and all the faithful departed.

But why do so many believe the departed return?

Regardless of the place on earth, or time in history, people say they see strange ... more

The government has removed favourable tax settings for investors to make home ownership just a bit more achievable for Millennials and Gen Z’s priced out of the market.

The Prime Minister has spoken about the importance of giving young people acces... more

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Rabbi Zalman Castell
Founder of Together For Humanity, focusing on intercultural understanding.
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Episode: How should we view our relationship to work?
Cara Martin
Author and adjunct professor at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.
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Episode: How should we view our relationship to work?
Valerie Ling
Psychologist dedicated to alleviating burnout and workplace issues.
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Episode: How should we view our relationship to work?
Zach Davison
Award-winning author, lecturer, Japanese language translator
Independent scholar on Japanese folklore
Episode: The seen and unseen: Belief in Jinns, Marian apparitions and Japanese yokai
Kristi Nabhan-Warren
Professor and chair in Catholic studies at the University of Iowa
University of Iowa
Episode: The seen and unseen: Belief in Jinns, Marian apparitions and Japanese yokai
Ali A. Aloumi
Professor of history at Loyola Marymount University
Loyola Marymount University
Episode: The seen and unseen: Belief in Jinns, Marian apparitions and Japanese yokai
Jonathan Cornford
Writer and director of Manna Gum, independent Christian non-profit think tank
Manna Gum
Episode: Home economics: waking up from the Australian dream
Julie Macken
Research and Project Officer, Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney's Justice and Peace Office
Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney
Episode: Home economics: waking up from the Australian dream
Asad Ansari
Specialist in Islamic Finance with 25 years of experience
Amanah Islamic Finance
Episode: Home economics: waking up from the Australian dream

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James Carlton
Host of discussions on religion, ethics, and society; known for guiding multidisciplinary conversations with guests from theology, history, and public life.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 222 ratings
  • Anti semitism royal commission

    A fantastic discussion - a great example of how people can respectfully discuss ideas even if not in complete agreement

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    meditfsa
    Australia5 months ago
  • Papacy history

    I think there should have been given a trigger warning given Pells voice was used

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Amoloch007
    Australiaa year ago
  • Hostages

    Sammy why didn’t you ask your Muslim guests about the Hamas hostages when they continually called the Gaza war a genocide ? Blind spot or straight up bias ?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RJGS1
    Australiaa year ago
  • Sami Shah

    Brilliant discussion about the Muslim vote in the upcoming election. Sami brings a wealth of knowledge and summons the guest to discuss and acknowledge their position.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amoloch007
    Australiaa year ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Thank you once again for a fantastic podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chateau10
    Australia2 years ago

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Audience notes the host's ability to connect personal stories with broader cultural and ethical questions.

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International Women's Day special
Q: What role can men play that isn't performative or paternalistic?
Men should actively share the load at home, intervene against sexism in everyday situations, and support structural changes that empower women and protect families.
International Women's Day special
Q: What is a woman?
A woman is defined by her lived experience and how she experiences the world, not just biology; womanhood is about identity and the social environment that shapes it.
Conversion — Why would anyone move from disbelief to belief?
Q: What do you say to the idea Tanya mentions about the ritual life and the role of community in faith?
Abdullah discusses how ritual and everyday practices bring the divine into daily life, while Tanya emphasizes the experiential and social dimensions of faith, showing a balance between ritual devotion and personal experience.
Conversion — Why would anyone move from disbelief to belief?
Q: Did you come to know God first and then join a community, or the other way around?
Kelsey describes coming to know God first and then becoming Jewish, highlighting how religious identity often develops through personal spiritual experiences followed by communal integration.
If you could save a drowning child, would you?
Q: How do you deal with the idea that suffering is intrinsic to life?
While some suffering may be intrinsic, reducing overall suffering is our ethical responsibility.

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Thought-provoking discussions exploring religion, belief, ethics, history, and culture through panel conversations and guest expert insights. Episodes frequently juxtapose scholarly analysis with personal narratives, covering topics such as interfaith dialogue, conversion, moral philosophy, and the social power of sacred traditions. Notable traits include a wide range of guests—from theologians and historians to journalists and playwrights—and a host who blends rigor with accessibility. The show often addresses how beliefs shape public life, identity, and contemporary ethics, while keeping room for humor and humane storytelling, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy thoughtful, cross-disciplinary conversations with diverse perspectives... more

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2. Cara Martin
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7. Jonathan Cornford
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