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Catholic Church
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Donald Trump
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Iran
Christianity
Australia
Pope Leo
Ukraine
Islam
Papal Conclave
Anglican Church
United States
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China
Christian Nationalism
Pope Leo XIV
Immigration

The Religion and Ethics Report, where religion and ethics meet news and current affairs in Australia and around the world.

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After two weeks of hearings at the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, Australians have a clear picture of a Jewish community experiencing harassment and violence – in the classroom, the campus, the streets, even some workplaces. ... more

After two weeks of hearings at the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, Australians have a clear picture of a Jewish community experiencing harassment and violence – in the classroom, the campus, the streets, even some workplaces. ... more

On the 15th of March 2019, Farid Ahmed and his beloved wife Husna travelled to the Deans Avenue Mosque in Christchurch for Friday prayer.

As they parted to pray in their different sections, Farid couldn’t know it would be the last time he saw Husna... more

The most popular, and understandable, image of the far right today usually involves people dressed in black, shouting Nazi slogans or erupting into violence at football matches across Europe.

But new research suggests many youths drawn to the extre... more

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Agnieszka Pasieka
University of Montreal researcher
University of Montreal
Episode: Far right European youth make a religion of their ideology
Mark Oppenheimer
Author of Squirrel Hill, The Tree of Life Shooting and the Soul of a Neighbourhood
University/Writer
Episode: AFTER THE STORM: Beyond the horror at the Tree of Life
Adam Hamilton
Senior pastor, Resurrection United Methodist Church in Kansas City; author; podcaster
Resurrection United Methodist Church (Kansas City)
Episode: Christian ministers joining the political fray in the US
Kathryn Post
Reporter for Religion News Service
Religion News Service
Episode: Christian ministers joining the political fray in the US
Kevin Sack
Author of Mother Emmanuel and reporter
Author/Journalist
Episode: Christian ministers joining the political fray in the US
Gerard O'Connell
Author and journalist on Vatican affairs
The Election of Pope Leo XIV, The Last Surprise of Pope Francis (co-author)
Episode: Will new Hungarian PM be as friendly to Israel as Orban was?
Elisabetta Pique
Author and journalist on Vatican affairs
The Election of Pope Leo XIV, The Last Surprise of Pope Francis (co-author)
Episode: Will new Hungarian PM be as friendly to Israel as Orban was?
Shahar Burla
Sydney-based researcher; contributing editor at The Jewish Independent
The Jewish Independent
Episode: Post Orban, will Hungary and Israel still be best of friends?
Darius Von Guttner
Professor and papal historian
Australian Catholic University
Episode: Is there such a thing as a "just war"?

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Andrew West
Host of The Religion and Ethics Report

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • Brilliant

    Thank you Andrew West for presenting this informative and insightful podcast.Thank you to the team too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chateau10
    Australiaa year ago
  • Re Ep ‘Why did the Coalition perform so poorly among multicultural voters, …’

    The opening premise of this (ie its title) is arrogant, presumptuous & offensive! Fancy intimating that otherwise multicultural, religious Aussies, etc - would otherwise normally vote LNP / Conservative - indeed! The misguided premise itself better explains why LNP & Co lost - ie their sheer arrogance!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sully#13
    Australiaa year ago
  • Unmissable

    Thank you Andrew West for presenting this informative and insightful podcast. Thank you to the team too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chateau10
    Australiaa year ago
  • I’m not religious but I listen to this program religiously

    Honestly - please don’t ever scrap this program. I learn so much from it, it’s so interesting and balanced. Full of respect for Andrew West.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thirrell
    Australiaa year ago
  • Excellent as usual

    Thank you Andrew West and team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chateau10
    Australiaa year ago

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AFTER THE STORM: Healing after terror
Q: Tell me about him.
He was a remarkable prodigy who combined leadership in the church with public service, ultimately becoming a politician and pastor who embodied a tradition of preacher-politicians in Charleston.
Post Orban, will Hungary and Israel still be best of friends?
Q: In concrete terms though, Shahar, like what?
Shahar highlights specific actions such as Hungary respecting Netanyahu's interests in the EU and NATO context, while signaling potential changes with the new government, including stance on ICC warrants and EU diplomacy.
Post Orban, will Hungary and Israel still be best of friends?
Q: Shahar, just how friendly were Orban and Netanyahu?
Shahar explains they were very close, with a personal and political bond stretching over decades, making Hungary a key ally for Netanyahu in Europe.
A deep dive into the Vatican conclave
Q: What role did external actors play in shaping the conclave's direction?
External actors, including political leaders and advocacy groups, attempted to influence the process, but the electors ultimately emphasized the pope's missionary profile and alignment with Francis's social justice legacy as the primary criteria.
A deep dive into the Vatican conclave
Q: Jerry, how clearly defined were the factions or the camps among the cardinals?
The factions were real but not perfectly defined; many cardinals didn't know each other well, so alliances were often built through conversations and media narratives, with frontrunners like Parolin and Tagle becoming focal points.

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The show consistently covers religion, ethics, and current affairs with a global lens, featuring expert guests who analyze political, legal, and social developments through scholarly, journalistic, and activist perspectives. Episodes often explore the future of Iran, secular governance, freedom of religion, and how culture intersects with policy, while also examining broader global religious diversity and ethical questions in contemporary society. A standout trait is its willingness to entertain contested or nuanced debates—balancing historical context with speculative futurism and legal-religious analysis—making it a strong fit for listeners who enjoy thought-provoking, interdisciplinary discussions anchored in real-world impact.

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2. Mark Oppenheimer
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5. Kevin Sack
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7. Elisabetta Pique
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