Welcome to Praydate, a sacred yet unfiltered conversation space hosted by Christa B. Allen & Victoria Daniel , where prayer meets real life - the questions, paradoxes, shame, beauty, and breakthroughs. We open every episode with prayer, grounding ourselves in love, unity, and reverence for all paths, then step boldly into raw conversations about truths many are too afraid to say out loud. Nothing is off-limits, covering topics from the problem of evil to sexual shame and the sacred choice of ...
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Kevin is a disciple of the Christian faith through and through. Jackson, not so much--he is plagued by doubt. Listen in as the two discuss--and sometimes debate--the existence of God, the problem of evil, the meaning of Christ’s resurrection, and a host of other matters pertaining to Christianity. Follow us on Medium as well if you're interested in keeping up with the dialogue in written form: https://medium.com/a-disciple-and-a-doubter.
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Hope is the “sure and steadfast anchor of the soul … that enters … where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf.” (CCC 1820). Join Most Rev. John Doerfler, bishop of Marquette, Michigan and Hattie Hanold, Catholic convert, wife and mom, as they discuss Jesus and living with hope in today's world.
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Join us each month as we engage in philosophical discussions about the most common-place topics with host Jack Russell Weinstein, professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religion at the University of North Dakota. He is the director of The Institute for Philosophy in Public Life.
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Western Seminary professors Dr. Todd Miles and Dr. Andrew Pack discuss matters of theology, culture, and ministry in a post-Christian context.
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Historian and novelist Ada Palmer and author and vocateur reader Jo Walton interview other fiction authors, historians, scientists, editors, and friends, interspersed with bonus episodes where they discuss topics such as history, gelato, and the craft of writing.
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Crime Screen is a podcast that talks about the bingeable true crime movies and TV that we are all watching on our screens at home. We recap unforgettable cases that we’ve all watched, like Making a Murderer, Mommy Dead and Dearest, Dear Zachary, and Mindhunter. If you are like us, and have the problem of scaring people off at parties with serial killer facts & murder stories. Or you try to talk about what you watched, but get horrified looks from coworkers, and even your exasperated signific ...
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StrategyTalk is where the Editors and Writers at StrategyPage.com discuss news as history and give you an unique view of events around the world.
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Theology Cast is a podcast with Ryan M. Reeves (Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) and Kevin Taylor (Pfeiffer University). We discuss everything from theology, church history, pop culture, music, and...well anything that comes up along the way. The views do no necessarily express those of either Gordon-Conwell or Pfeiffer. Especially their view of Star Wars.
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Aaron and Aiden Miller host The Miller Podcast. We interview interesting people and have interesting conversations to better ourselves. Hopefully you enjoy the conversations and get soething out of them as well!
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"What more do we need to sustain us in any of the struggles in our life than the gift of the Lord Jesus in the Holy Eucharist?" Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Book mentioned: Hattie Hanold: Fathers and Sons by Ivan Turgenev Scripture Verses: Luke 9:23 Colossians 1:24 St. John Paul II Apostolic Letter: "On the…
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Welcome to the very first episode of Praydate! Hosted by Christa B. Allen and Victoria Daniel, Praydate is a sacred yet unfiltered space where devotion meets real life. In this opening conversation, we sit with the mystery of suffering: If God is good, why do we suffer? Together, we explore the Epicurean paradox, the tension between free will and d…
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How Is It That Ordinary People Can Commit Such Overwhelming
Evil?
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1:23:40Jack sits down with Elizabeth Minnich, moral philosopher and author, to explore a haunting and urgent question: How is it that ordinary people can commit extraordinary evil? Together, they unpack Minnich’s idea of the evil of banality, a subtle, everyday corruption of thought and conscience that allows atrocities to unfold, and consider what it mea…
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Episode 24: What does it mean for a religion to be true?
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1:10:39This week, Jackson's friend (and future famous philosopher) Emilio joins the podcast to discuss what it means for any religion, Christianity included, to be true. Is there only one true religion? Does it even matter what religion one adheres to? Does any religion capture capital 'T' Truth, or do all just contain lowercase 't' truth to greater and l…
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Introducing..The Praydate Podcast with Christa B. Allen & Victoria Daniel
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2:27Welcome to Praydate, a sacred yet unfiltered conversation space hosted by Christa B. Allen and Victoria Daniel. This is where prayer meets real life - the questions, the paradoxes, the shame, the beauty, and the breakthroughs. We open every episode with prayer, grounding ourselves in love, unity, and reverence for all paths, and then step boldly in…
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"There's one thing we can depend on, and that's God's love." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Mother of Divine Grace homeschool curriculum Definition of hope from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1817 Scripture Verse: Luke 9:23 Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes…
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Episode 23: The Roman Epistle: Reckless or Revolutionary?
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58:09In this 23rd episode of A Disciple and a Doubter, Kevin and Jackson return to Scripture after a long hiatus--and, for the first time, they discuss text a from the New Testament: St. Paul's Letter to the Romans. Martin Luther, the controversial figurehead of the Reformation, famously said that Romans, "is truly the most important piece in the New Te…
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"We know the Lord is with us; the Lord is journeying with us." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Definition of hope from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1817 Scripture Verses Matthew 11: 28-30 Matthew 16: 24 Psalm 23 Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes…
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How Do We Do Philosophy In Politically Difficult Times
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1:23:29Jack sits down with philosophers Jason Hill and Elizabeth S. Anderson to tackle a timely and urgent question: How do we do philosophy during difficult times? From the rise of AI and shifting political landscapes to debates over censorship, diverse student bodies, and evolving educational models, this conversation explores how philosophy can and mus…
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Is biblical inerrancy a modern invention or is it simply reading the Bible on its own terms? In this episode of Food Trucks, Todd and Andrew give a defense for inerrancy, the doctrine that the Bible is true in everything it affirms. They also discuss the differences between inerrancy and infallibility, whether English translations are reliable, and…
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"Jesus is there for you ... Look to him, hope in him." Introductory quote from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: CCC 1820 Books mentioned Hattie Hanold: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte Bishop John Doerfler: Diary of a Country Priest by George Bernanos Music used: "Driving Positive Chill" by Tasty Tunes…
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Episode 22: Does Free Will Exist? (Part II)
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1:14:45Last episode was so thrilling, Kevin and Jackson had to continue the conversation here, in Episode 22! Tune in to find out how their discussion on free will versus fate concludes, so as to find out for yourself: am I truly, radically free, or has all of this been written since the dawn of space and time?…
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After a two-week hiatus, A Disciple and a Doubter is back with a BANGER 21st episode!! Kevin and Jackson discuss quite possibly the most fundamental topic in all of philosophy and theology--free will. More specifically, they debate whether or not human freedom does exist, or even can exist, based on the preconditions of the universe. BUT BE WARNED.…
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Episode 20: An agnostic joins the show!
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Most of us want to change, but is it even possible? In this episode of Food Trucks in Babylon, Todd and Andrew discuss the idea of transformation in the Christian life. They contrast the difference between self-help books and the power of the gospel, which transforms us into new creations in Christ.By Todd Miles, Andrew Pack
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Jack sits down with Brian Burkhart, Indigenous philosopher and scholar, to explore a radical and timely idea: What if Indigenous thought isn’t just tradition or spirituality, but a powerful philosophical framework—one that challenges Western systems and offers a deeply relational way of understanding nature and community in our time?…
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In this episode of Food Trucks in Babylon, Andrew Pack and Todd Miles offer a definition of the gospel of Jesus Christ. They explore the ongoing implications of this good news in a believer's life and examine potential pitfalls that might cause someone to lose sight of the cross of Christ. They discuss why the cross is central to the gospel, why pr…
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Episode 19: Job, Jesus, and the Problem of Evil
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54:02In this episode, the disciple and the doubter discuss one of the Bible's more challenging books--the Book of Job. They seek to understand why God allows Job to suffer in the first place, and also try to make sense out of the answer God gives to Job at the end of the book, which supposedly explains why Job suffers.…
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A PSA for Penal Substitutionary Atonement
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29:06Food Trucks kicks off a new season as Todd and Andrew explore the doctrine of penal substitutionary atonement. Is this a "die for" issue for Christians? Or should it be a secondary issue? Todd and Andrew unpack the implications of the atonement as it relates to the character of God and the significance of the cross of Christ for believers.…
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In this episode, Kevin and Jackson reply to a commenter on a recent videos of theirs, who laid out twelve reasons why they (they being the commenter) do not believe in God, nor see a reason to.By Kevin Sadler and Jackson Lang
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In this episode, Kevin and Jackson once more revisit non-literal readings of the Old Testament, and how these readings can reveal a meaning far deeper than if we were to merely take the text literally. Their discussion centers around the theme of Order versus Chaos in Exodus, and how that theme manifests in the very depths of our psyche.…
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Jack interviews Vanessa Wills, philosopher, professor, and author of Marx’s Ethical Vision, to explore a radical and timely idea: What if Marx wasn’t just a political economist, but a moral thinker, one whose ethical critique of capitalism speaks urgently to the injustices of our time?
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Episode 16: WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY GOD? Jordan Peterson and Biblical (non)-Literalism
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48:02In this latest edition of the podcast, Kevin and Jackson discuss Biblical literalism and non-literalism; they focus particularly on Dr. Jordan Peterson's religious thinking, and how it might inform on the tension between literalism versus non-literalism. Questions tackled include: What do we even mean when we use the word 'God'? Can anybody really …
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Episode 15: THE EUCHARIST: What does it mean to eat God?
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1:08:37Have you ever wondered why you feel very little, if anything at all, upon receiving the sacrament of the Eucharist, despite the fact that it is said to be the literal body of Christ? Tune in to the thirteenth edition of the podcast to hear Kevin and Jackson's thoughts on both this question and others pertaining to the Eucharist, such as whether or …
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Host Jack Russell Weinstein visits with peace activist Kathy Kelly
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Episode 14: Why doesn't the Bible condemn slavery?
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1:02:36One might expect that the Holy Bible, a text which is supposedly true for all of time, would explicitly condemn one of the worst evils known to man, that being slavery. And yet, not only does the Bible fail to condemn slavery, there are multiple instances in which God even provides instruction for how to properly own slaves. What are we to do with …
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Episode 13: Arguments against the Christian God
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47:39In this episode, Jackson presents two ideas which seemingly call into question the Christian understanding of God. Kevin responds. Is this existence of God upheld, or does it fall apart? Listen and let us know your thoughts.By Kevin Sadler and Jackson Lang
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Welcome back! In this latest edition of the show, Kevin and Jackson discuss the significance of the First Commandment; namely, how we as modern people fail to live up to it, and how to correct our course.By Kevin Sadler and Jackson Lang
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A Philosophical Look at Madness with guest Justin Garson
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1:18:27Jack interviews Justin Garson, writer, philosopher, and professor, to explore an unsettling and illuminating idea: What if madness isn't just a disorder, but a signal, expressing something deeply out of sync in our lives or society?
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Episode 11: Are all religions a pathway to God? (Part II)
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1:12:51In this continuation of last episode, Kevin and Jackson discuss whether or not the Catholic Church is God's one true church on earth. If it is, then why are billions of people--Muslims, Jews, Buddhists, Hindus, and atheists alike--convinced otherwise? Listen in to find out.By Kevin Sadler and Jackson Lang
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Episode 10: Are all religions a pathway to God?
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57:42Last year, the late Pope Francis stated that "all religions are a pathway to God." In this first segment of a two part mini-series, Kevin and Jackson discuss whether or not there is any validity to the Pope's assertion. They focus particularly on the question of Catholicism and Protestantism. Spoiler alert: they do NOT agree. Listen in to find out …
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Jack sits down with David Chalmers, renowned philosopher of mind, to explore the provocative question: Is virtual reality real? They explore the blurred boundaries between the virtual and the physical, consciousness, and presence. Together, they consider whether digital worlds can hold the same ontological weight as the "real" world, and what that …
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Announcing a new book: "Israel, Palestine, and the Trolley Problem" by Jack Russell Weinstein
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2:59Jack announces his new book, Israel, Palestine, and the Trolley Problem.
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In this thrilling ninth edition of A Disciple and a Doubter, Kevin and Jackson discuss hell---namely, what it might be like, whether or not it's empty, and if people willingly choose to go there.By Kevin Sadler and Jackson Lang
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In this episode, Kevin and Jackson read and discuss the wedding at Cana (John 2); specifically, what the first of Christ's miracles has to tell us about the nature of God's love.By Kevin Sadler and Jackson Lang
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In this episode, Kevin and Jackson discuss the significance of Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and, last but not least, Easter Sunday.By Kevin Sadler and Jackson Lang
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Jack sits down with Gwenda-lin Grewal, philosopher and writer, to explore the unexpected intersections between philosophy and fashion. They explore how style reflects deeper questions about identity, perception, and the human condition, and consider the ways in which clothing can serve as both personal expression and philosophical inquiry.…
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In this episode, Kevin and Jackson read Matthew Chapter 4: Jesus is Tested in the Wilderness (NIV), then discuss how each of us are called to follow in Christ's footsteps during the season of Lent, facing and defeating temptation so as to better appreciate the miracle of the resurrection.By Kevin Sadler and Jackson Lang
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Episode 5: Christianity, Capitalism, and the Value of Dignified Work
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54:26In this episode, Kevin and Jackson discuss work v. leisure from the Christian perspective, and how that perspective can be lost--by Christians and non-Christians alike--in today's profit-driven world. The pair also discuss capitalism v. communism, and how a Christian should go about living in a society like America, that operates, economically-spea…
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In this episode of the WHY Podcast, Jack sits down with Mark C. Taylor, Professor of Religion at Columbia University, to discuss how the humanities and the natural world intersect. They talk about how literature, philosophy, and art can provide new insights into our connection with nature and offer paths toward a more sustainable and harmonious rel…
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In this episode, Kevin and Jackson discuss Genesis Chapters 2 and 3, pertaining to the creation of Adam and Eve, and their eventual fall from the Garden of Eden. The discussion centers around the question of whether the Fall was merely happenstance and tragedy, or if it was, rather, that "necessary sin of Adam which gained us so great a Redeemer." …
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In this episode, Kevin and Jackson discuss Exodus 11, which pertains to the tenth and final plague levied against the Egyptians by God, that being the death of the firstborn. It's an uncomfortable chapter for many, even the most devout of believers, because God's actions seem, on the surface, unjust, which calls into question His apparent omni-bene…
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In this episode of the WHY Podcast, Jack sits down with Krista Thomason, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Swarthmore College, to explore the intriguing idea of finding value in negative emotions. Krista, author of Dancing with the Devil: Why Bad Feelings Make Life Good, delves into how emotions like shame, guilt, and anger can, paradoxically, l…
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Kevin and Jackson discuss what human dignity means, if such a concept can exist without the belief in God, and how modern technology -- social media in particular -- hinders our pursuit of flourishing. NOTE: mind the brief pause at 7:37 and the fluctuating audio quality. Our excuse is that we do not claim to be professional podcasters.…
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Episode 1: What does it mean to believe in God?
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In this episode of the WHY Podcast, Jack sits down with Avram Alpert, author of The Good-Enough Life, to explore the philosophical question: "When is life good enough?" Alpert, a writer, teacher, and Co-Director of the Interdisciplinary Art and Theory Program in NYC, discusses the themes of the book, which challenges the notion of perfectionism and…
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In this episode of WHY: Philosophical Discussions About Everyday Life, host Jack Russell Weinstein speaks with Richard Kearney, a distinguished philosopher and author of Touch: Recovering Our Most Vital Sense.
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Host Jack Russell Weinstein interviews Michael Rosen, a distinguished professor of Ethics and Politics at Harvard University and author of Dignity: Its History and Meaning. Their conversation explores the multifaceted nature of dignity, tracing its historical evolution and examining its significance in contemporary discourse. Rosen, who specializes…
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Host Jack Russell Weinstein visits with Marina McCoy, professor of philosophy at Boston College. She is the author of the books Plato on the Rhetoric of Philosophers and Sophists (Cambridge University Press, 2007) , Wounded Heroes: Vulnerability as a Virtue in Ancient Greek Literature and Philosophy (Oxford U Press, 2013), and Image and Argument in…
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Host Jack Russell Weinstein visits with Cecile Fabre, political philosopher, and Senior Research Fellow at All Souls College, Oxford. She is also Professor of Political Philosophy at the University of Oxford, and affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy, the Department of Politics and International Relations, and Nuffield College, Oxford. Her rese…
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