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At Sea with Justin McRoberts

Justin McRoberts
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A weekly interview show with culture makers and shakers. In each installment, host Justin McRoberts talks with artists, creatives, policymakers, and theologians that are striving and pushing for humanity to reach new heights.

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Latest Episodes

• Why the AI conversation is bigger than functionality

• The hidden story underneath productivity and efficiency

• When accomplishment becomes a measure of human worth

• Why peace should be the source of work, not the reward for it

• Navigati... more

• Nihilism is not the same as apathy

• Why nihilism can become a justification for inaction

• The pain and personal cost of continuing to care

• How information overload creates paralysis

• Why the systems feeding us outrage benefit from our ... more

Starting with the surprisingly complicated question, “Does a book ever actually feel finished?”, they wander into the deeper realities of creativity, friendship, identity, vulnerability, and hope.

Together they explore:

• Why is releasing creative... more

This episode is a listener Q&A covering some surprisingly connected themes: ambition, gratitude, creativity, faith, neurodivergence, and artificial intelligence.

Justin explores:

• Why “being held back” isn’t always something to overcome.

• How ... more

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Charles Lee
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Jamie Lee Finch
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Laura McKowen
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Claude Atcho
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Dan Portnoy
Co-host and ground-level producer for the podcast.
Episode: Sacred Strides Chapter 6 - Running With Others

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Justin McRoberts
Host of the show; guides long-form conversations with artists, thinkers, and creators.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Insightful and thought-provoking discussions about faith and life

    If you want to go deeper in thinking about our relationship to God and to our neighbors in a time when so much of what people have come to know about Christianity has become really screwed up, take in Justin’s work and find support for your soul from a fellow traveler who’s willing to engage with the big questions in life. Read his written work and listen to his recent music output as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    smpeters28
    United States2 years ago
  • Authentic

    Thanks for the honest and helpful conversations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JamieMarie77
    United States6 years ago
  • One of my favs

    The start of the third season of this podcast jumps right back into the depth it started from with a cut-to-the-quick kind of conversation about justice, mercy, power, race...all the things we need to have conversations about. I’ve listened through the first 2 seasons, and that’s what I love most about this podcast. It’s about real situations and artistry that have important impacts for all of us in community together and it challenges us as listeners to continue learning, to create, to speak ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarlinz
    United States9 years ago
  • Engaging and Inspiring

    Refreshing to hear honest conversations, with thoughtful questions and great content. Just found this through the Ryan O'Neal interview, but I'm hooked!

    Geek comment : I do think the audio could be compressed a bit more so that the audio is louder and voices clearer while out and about, but even still turn it up and give a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christian-stone
    United States9 years ago
  • Naomi LaViolette

    Just listened to the podcast with Ryan O'Neil of Sleeping At Last. This was such a gift to me, as a songwriter. Ryan's songwriting always inspires me and gives me chills. His combination of melancholy and hope with lush string arrangements and piano is incredible. Justin McRoberts, thank you for sharing this conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
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    NaomiLaViolette
    United States9 years ago

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Thoughtful, challenging conversations that deepen understanding of art and life.
Authentic and inspiring with deep questions that spark reflection.
A great platform for artists and culture-makers to share meaningful stories.

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What’s Really Holding You Back? (And 5 Other Questions I Can’t Stop Thinking About)
Q: What do you do to stay creative and keep your joy in your work?
He recommends practical systems like making and reworking lists, taking time away to reset, getting outside the body, and chasing activities that align with joy and consumer interests rather than sticking strictly to known skills.
What’s Really Holding You Back? (And 5 Other Questions I Can’t Stop Thinking About)
Q: What holds you back?
The host discusses that what holds him back includes disorganization, unclear priorities, and a deeper question about whether ambition is rooted in flourishing or ego, with encouragement to pause, reflect, and possibly seek guidance from a spiritual director.
How to See Invisible Things With Stephen Roach
Q: Why is it important for you to invest in this project and release it now?
I wanted to encapsulate my insights from years of experience and conversations about the inner life of the artist and its connection to the external world.
Why Healing Can’t Be Rushed (or Automated) with Jamie Lee Finch
Q: Can you elaborate on the difference between ownership and stewardship of one's body?
Jamie suggests that owning implies control, while stewardship allows for partnership and dialogue between oneself and one's body.
Why Healing Can’t Be Rushed (or Automated) with Jamie Lee Finch
Q: How do you feel about the relationship between the public persona and personhood?
Jamie expresses that the word 'persona' feels cold and inanimate compared to 'personhood', which feels vibrant and alive.

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What is At Sea with Justin McRoberts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers conversations with culture makers, artists, policymakers, and theologians who are pushing for humanity to reach new heights. Episodes blend creativity, faith, philosophy, and social issues, often exploring how art and culture can shape meaning, community, and personal growth. Listeners can expect long-form, thoughtful interviews that connect creative practice with broader questions about identity, ethics, and society, with a consistent emphasis on authenticity, curiosity, and actionable insight for living more deliberately.

A standout throughline across episodes is the integration of art, spirituality, and social commentary, with guests ranging from writers and musicians to community leaders and thinkers. The host's appro... more

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