
Each week, we sit down with scholars, authors, and leaders to explore faith, vocation, culture, and what it means to think and live well. For curious Christians and honest seekers. An initiative of SLBF STUDIO at Upper House in Madison, WI.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 195 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityEducationReligion & SpiritualitySelf-Improvement | |||

This summer, the UpWords Podcast is featuring leaders making a tangible difference in the Madison community. Host Rebecca Cooks sits down with Rev. Dr. Alexander Gee — pastor, author, and founder and CEO of the Center for Black Excellence and Culture... more
How do you read the Bible? Most of us assume we already know: we read to learn what happened, to understand what a passage means, or to find a principle to apply. In this episode, host Dan Hummel is joined by guest Jeff Dryden, professor of biblical ... more
Phil Haslanger has spent decades straddling two worlds that don't always trust each other: journalism and the church. In this episode of The UpWords Podcast, host John Terrill sits down with the longtime Capital Times editor turned ordained pastor fo... more
This summer, The UpWords Podcast is spotlighting local leaders shaping faith and community life in Madison. Host Dan Johnson sits down with Jon Anderson, founder and executive director of Collaboration Project, to talk about what happens when churche... more
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I just listened to the interview about faith in China. First, the interviewer, Dan, was great. Usually the dynamic is an interviewer and an expert, but this was more like two peers having a great conversation. The life of the author was fascinating, I’m glad it was not hurried over. Then the insight into China was unique, obviously, credible, and very helpful to my view of the church in China.
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This program features in-depth conversations with scholars, authors, and leaders who explore faith, vocation, and culture through thoughtful dialogue and practical insights. Recent episodes emphasize Christian interpretation, interfaith engagement between Jews and Christians, historical Christian spirituality, and the intersection of faith with politics, work, and technology. A distinctive angle is the rigorous, scholarly approach paired with accessible storytelling, often grounded in historical context and real-life applications for faith communities. Guests tend to bring academic rigor, lived experience in ministry, and a willingness to discuss difficult questions with nuance, making it a compelling listen for curious Christians and serio... more
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