
How do we transform and transcend our biases? From judgments made unconsciously to complacency in systemic evil, we must learn how to see if we are to learn how to transform. Center for Action and Contemplation faculty member Brian McLaren hosts the podcast series Learning How to See. Listen and discover how seeing is social, political, and contemplative.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 82 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityChristianity | |||

What do we do when life unravels in painful ways — like navigating an unexpected divorce?
On today's episode of Learning How to See, Carmen and Brian are joined by New York Times Bestselling author Jen Hatmaker. With great humor and authenticity, Je... more
How can we see others, and ourselves, with love when anger, fear, depression, or division clouds our vision?
Today's episode of Learning How to See features an interview with Quaker elder Parker J. Palmer. Parker helps us explore how love can becom... more
How can we de-Westernize spirituality and honor our full humanity within systems that often diminish it?
On this episode of Learning How to See, Dr. Cindy Lee, a spiritual director and author, joins hosts Brian McLaren and Carmen Acevedo Butcher for... more
How do we soften our hearts to those whose values are in stark contrast to our own? Can we safely love those who have even gone so far as to harm us?
On this episode of Learning How to See, Dr. Cassidy Hall, author of Queering Contemplation, poses t... more
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This podcast should be on the list for Christians and others who want to grow as Christian and hold their denomination lightly. By that I mean Brian and his guests help us understand non-duality, being open to others’ points of view. Brian’s work on understanding bias is groundbreaking. And his guests are worth listening to. 👍👍
Thank you for these beautiful and stirring conversations. They are a wonderful gift.
The "learning" is not intended to be abstract, but applicable to listeners .
I especially appreciate the plain spoken nature and believe it comes as the hosts and guests are engaged in doing the work of justice in addition to providing a spiritual framework for it
This podcast has become an oasis for my spirit, mind, and body. I so appreciate the thoughtful conversations along with the guided meditations. It gives me hope that there are good people and ways of being in this world.
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This series centers around the themes of social justice, compassion, and the transformative power of seeing with empathy. Across multiple episodes, the content explores the intersections of love and anger, emphasizing how biases distort perceptions and inhibit meaningful connections. Notable conversations include those with prominent figures advocating for nonviolence and social justice, drawing from their personal experiences to illustrate the complexity of these issues. The series is characterized by deep reflections on how understanding one's own biases can reshape interactions within families, communities, and broader societal discussions, making it particularly engaging for listeners looking to cultivate greater awareness and compassio... more
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Recent guests on Learning How to See include:
1. Jen Hatmaker
2. Parker J. Palmer
3. Cindy Lee
4. Cassidy Hall
5. Kaitlin Curtice
6. Sister Simone Campbell
7. Father John Dear
8. Reverend Dr. Otis Moss III
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