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The Jim Wallis Podcast explains how our faith should inform our politics, and not the other way around. Each episode, Wallis, a prominent Christian ethicist and social justice advocate, host conversations about faith and justice with activists, authors, scholars, spiritual leaders and prominent politicians.

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On this episode of the Jim Wallis Podcast, Jim Wallis talks with Kim Daniels and Christopher White of Georgetown about

• Pope Leo’s forceful response to Donald Trump,

• Trump’s own social media image that portrayed him in Christ-like terms, and

... more

On this episode of the Jim Wallis Podcast, Cathleen Kaveny joins Jim Wallis to explore how Catholic Social Teaching speaks to democracy under pressure. They discuss

• the Trump administration’s treatment of immigrants;

• the rule of law, voting ri... more

On this episode of the Jim Wallis Podcast, Jim Wallis talks with Diana Butler Bass about what she calls “quiet Christianity” waking up in response to authoritarianism, Christian nationalism, and the Trump administration’s policies.

They explore how... more

Veteran journalist and former public television host Ray Suarez joins Jim Wallis to unpack how decades of deregulation and consolidation brought us to a media landscape dominated by a handful of billionaires and hedge funds.

Suarez traces the shift... more

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Recent Guests

Diana Butler Bass
writer and historian of American Christianity
Episode: Quiet Christianity Is Waking Up: Diana Butler Bass on Democracy, Courage, and the Common Good
Ray Suarez
Longtime journalist, former public television host, and author
PBS, public broadcasting (as described in intro)
Episode: Billionaires, Mergers, and the Free Press: Ray Suarez on Truth and Democracy
Guerline Jozef
Executive Director of the Haitian Bridge Alliance
Haitian Bridge Alliance
Episode: TPS for Haiti Is Not a Game: Guerline Jozef on Faith, Families, and the Supreme Court
Matthew D. Taylor
Visiting scholar at the Center on Faith and Justice, Georgetown
Georgetown University
Episode: Matthew Taylor Exposes the Fallacies of Christian Dominionism in the War on Iran
Jonathan Kuttab
Palestinian Christian attorney, human rights lawyer, executive director of Friends of Sabeel, North America
Friends of Sabeel, North America
Episode: Gaza, Iran, and the Collapse of International Law: Jonathan Kuttab on Nonviolence
Chris LaTondresse
President and CEO of Beacon Interfaith Housing
Beacon Interfaith Housing
Episode: Neighbors, Truth, and Higher Law: Chris LaTondresse and Jim Wallis on Minnesota’s Moral Uprising
Peggy Flanagan
Senator from Minnesota and candidate for U.S. Senate, known for her advocacy on immigration and social justice issues.
Minnesota State Senate
Episode: Minnesota Is Mourning’: Peggy Flanagan on ICE, Faith, and Fighting Mass Deportations
Dr. David Gushee
One of the country's leading Christian ethicists
Episode: Advent, Moral Empathy, and Trump’s America: Jim Wallis with David Gushee​
Rev. Gabriel Salguero
Founder of the National Latino Evangelical Coalition and advocate for justice and compassion at borders and in churches
National Latino Evangelical Coalition
Episode: Advent Welcome: Faith, Truth, and Immigration Solidarity with Rev. Gabe Salguero

Host

Jim Wallis
Prominent Christian ethicist and social justice advocate, facilitating discussions on faith and justice.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
  • My port in the storm

    Thank you, Jim, for yet another thought-provoking conversation with the ever wise and inspiring Dahlia Lithwick.

    I admit to being more than “a little bit afraid” in this moment of peril for our democracy.

    But for the sake of my grandchildren -

    and in memory of my family (Japanese-American citizens and their immigrant parents) interned by our government during WWII - I am “inching out of my safe space” to speak up and speak out against the tyranny and lawlessness attempting to destroy our dem... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jack’sjillie
    United Statesa year ago
  • jim wallis bloviates

    jim wallis is an intellectually shallow charlatan who doesn’t even read the bible he cites so often.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    rudolphv
    United Statesa year ago
  • Exactly what I needed!

    I recently found this podcast and am so happy I did. The content is so hopeful and encouraging at this precarious time. I have been sharing it with many people I know. I wish more of our church leaders would speak about living as Jesus calls us to in the beatitudes ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rebecca Kingston
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspired, Revealing, Much Needed

    Jim Wallis on “The Soul of a Nation” interviews fine leaders like Rep. Jim Clyburn, covering topics of great relevance and importance to America and the proper expression of following Jesus. To reflect God and help this nation move forward, the horror of white supremacist racism must be addressed and put away. White American Christians especially must speak out against the evils of racism and white supremacy, both in U.S. history and today. Jim Wallis is at the forefront of that battle against s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ForeverHis@23
    United States2 years ago
  • Restores my sanity

    ….and helps to show me a way that Christianity can be a beacon for change rather than a tool for promoting white supremacy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClouisePK
    United States4 years ago

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Critics express concerns about perceived biases, especially in the framing of political issues, indicating that the podcast strongly aligns with a progressive stance.
Many feel that the podcast serves as a vital voice in addressing current societal challenges and the moral responsibilities of faith leaders.
Listeners appreciate the host's thought-provoking discussions around justice and faith, often finding inspiration and encouragement in the content.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TPS for Haiti Is Not a Game: Guerline Jozef on Faith, Families, and the Supreme Court
Q: What actions would you demand from DHS officials and leadership if you could sit at the White House table?
Extend and redesignate TPS for Haitians, broaden protections, and implement humane policy that centers dignity and safety rather than treating people as political pawns.
TPS for Haiti Is Not a Game: Guerline Jozef on Faith, Families, and the Supreme Court
Q: Explain what TPS really is in simple terms for listeners who may not know.
TPS is a status that allows people from a country in crisis to live and work in the U.S. temporarily when it is unsafe for them to return home; the designation is periodically renewed based on current country conditions.
Every Child of God Has Dignity: John Carr on 50 Years of Faith and Public Life​
Q: What do you think are the key lessons from your experiences that you want to pass on?
Carr discusses the importance of community, shared values, and the necessity to challenge one's own beliefs while remaining engaged in faith and social issues.
Every Child of God Has Dignity: John Carr on 50 Years of Faith and Public Life​
Q: What were the key turning points that kept you on this path for so long?
John Carr reflects on his early family dynamics and his experiences in faith and community, emphasizing his initial aspirations to be a priest or senator, as well as the encouragement and lessons from his Catholic upbringing.
Minnesota Is Mourning’: Peggy Flanagan on ICE, Faith, and Fighting Mass Deportations
Q: How do you vote and how does it signal fractures in the unidemocratic immigration union?
Flanagan critiques her opponent for voting for legislation that supports mass deportation and emphasizes the need for true advocacy for immigrants.

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What is The Jim Wallis Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the intersection of faith and politics, this podcast features insightful conversations with a diverse array of guests, including activists, scholars, and faith leaders. The content frequently centers on pressing social issues, such as immigration reform, racial justice, and the moral responsibilities that come from faith. With an emphasis on social justice and compassion, discussions reflect a commitment to advocacy for marginalized communities and the pursuit of truth in today's political climate. Unique in its approach, the show encourages listeners to rethink traditional political narratives through the lens of moral and ethical responsibility, often boldly confronting challenges like white Christian nationalism and systemic i... more

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2. Ray Suarez
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5. Jonathan Kuttab
6. Chris LaTondresse
7. Peggy Flanagan
8. Dr. David Gushee

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