Best Jonathan Pageau Podcasts (2025)

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Jonathan Pageau: BBC Attack On Orthodoxy Backfires 35:18

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Maniphesto Core Online Accountability groups: https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ Jonathan Pageau reveals why the BBC's attack on Fr. Moses and Orthodoxy is actually accelerating church growth. We discuss the media panic over men finding strength in tradition. Pageau breaks down the BBC scandal, Bishop Irenei's response, and why Danish TV calling u…

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John Vervaeke & Jonathan Pageau - Fellowship in the Spirit 1:43:37

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Jonathan Pageau ( @JonathanPageau ) & John Vervaeke ( @johnvervaeke ) have a conversation about the nature of Spirit and the importance of fellowship. We mention Paul Vanderklay ( @PaulVanderKlay ), Elizabeth Oldfield ( @thesacredpodcast ), Kale Zelden, Rod Dreer, James Filler, William Desmond, Iamblichus, Dionysius the Areopagite, Johannes Hoffken…

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Nature in Augustine’s Confessions 1:16:04

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Ralston College presents a talk by Christopher Snook, Lecturer in the Department of Classics at Dalhousie University, on St. Augustine’s great autobiographical text The Confessions. This talk offers a detailed walk through of Books VII and VIII of Augustine’s text in light of Augustine’s “abiding preoccupation with the nature of the created order.”…

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From Millionaire to Rock Bottom: The Truth Behind 'Success' with Yousef Benhamida 18:45

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What happens when you get everything you thought you wanted: money, women, cars and still feel empty?In this powerful conversation, entrepreneur and author Yousef Benhamida opens up about building a multi-million dollar business from nothing… and then losing it all emotionally, spiritually, and financially. We explore the *real* cost of chasing sta…

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Nate Hile - The Christian Roots of Liberalism and its discontents 1:28:47

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Nate Hile ( @grailcountry ) joins Sam to discuss the historical and philosophical roots of liberalism. They explore how Christian personalism, rather than radical individualism, forms the true basis of liberal thought and why this tradition is worth defending against illiberal threats from both the left and the right.Names Mentioned:Paul Vanderklay…

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S2 E14. Rod Dreher: Miracles, angels and demons - why the supernatural is back 1:21:13

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Despite our secular age, interest in the supernatural is rising fast. Justin Brierley speaks to Rod Dreher about the re-enchanting of culture in his new book 'Living In Wonder' and his own journey of encountering miracles, mystery... and even the demonic. More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbrierley.com/surprisingrebirth/ Support via Patreo…

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Dr. Jim - We shouldn't take the gains of Liberalism for granted 1:29:04

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In this episode of Transfigured, I sit down with Dr. Jim to delve into a range of pressing intellectual and spiritual topics. We explore his recent writings on his Substack, "Around the Corner," his perspective on the "re-enchantment" narrative currently popular in some online spaces, and a critical engagement with modernism. Using Carlos Eire's bo…

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10 Things to do if you are being excommunicated from your church 20:00

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10 Things to Do if you are being excommunicated from your church or are in fear that you might be soon.My email - [email protected] My StoryOn @PaulVanderKlay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuoqGzIu5Wc&t=3636sOn @restitutio8765 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egnRBuStE1A&t=2s

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Kale Zelden & Hank Kruse - The Future of Catholicism 1:31:25

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In this episode, I talk with Kale Zelden ( @thekalezelden ) and Hank Kruse about the current state and future of the Catholic Church. We explore how Vatican II reshaped the Church, why many young Catholics are embracing orthodoxy, and what role tradition, mysticism, and “weirdness” might play in revitalizing the faith.We mention: Kale Zelden, Hank …

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398 - The Time for Orthodox Art is NOW 1:12:11

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In this talk at the Orthodox Arts Festival of 2025, I share my vision for a renewal of Orthodox Christian art rooted in meaningful participation and true celebration. We are living through the collapse of modern aesthetics—art has become propaganda, entertainment, and distraction. But this cultural decomposition presents an opportunity for somethin…

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S2 E13. The Orthodox Boom: New converts to an ancient faith 1:37:14

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Eastern Orthodox parishes in the USA have been seeing a remarkable increase in numbers, especially among young men. Justin speaks to converts, priests and journalists about why this ancient church stream is encountering a fresh wave of seekers. Fr Andrew Stephen Damick, John Mark Reynolds, Jonathan Pageau and Rod Dreher explain the attraction of Or…

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397 - Nicholas Reeves - What Is Music? 1:04:45

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In this conversation, I sit down with composer and church musician Nicholas Reeves to explore one of the great mysteries: music. Why does music move us so deeply? How does it reflect symbolic patterns in reality? We discuss the ancient and modern roles of music—from sacred liturgies to EDM dance floors—and ask whether the liturgy might be the ultim…

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27. The Edge of Reason, with Dr. Steven Pinker 1:02:08

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Dr. Steven Pinker is Johnstone Professor of Psychology at Harvard University, whose books include The Language Instinct, The Blank Slate, Enlightenment Now, and Rationality. He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences, a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, and one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People in the World. (00:00:00) In this episode (…

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S2 E12. The Catholic Revival: A church reborn from the ashes 1:38:34

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The fire of Notre Dame in Paris seemed to embody the decline of Catholicism in France. However, just as the cathedral has risen from the ashes, so too has the Catholic church with record numbers of adults baptised in the past 2 years. As Pope Leo XIV heralds a new era for Catholicism, Justin speaks to converts, evangelists and clergy about a surpri…

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#33 - Josh McKinney - I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu 1:06:50

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Josh McKinney and Chris Odell have a fun talk about various topics revolving mostly around Josh's life journey from being a fat kid needing exercise to becoming a top level competitor, to founding his own gym. Josh is also the host of a podcast that Datsusara proudly sponsors called "I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu". " where "each episode will help you suck ju…

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396 - Seraphim Hamilton - Scripture: The Key to Reality 51:31

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In this conversation, I talk with Seraphim Hamilton about how scripture does more than tell a story—it reveals a symbolic pattern that runs through all of creation. We dig into how the Bible presents the world as a kind of cosmic temple, and how that vision unfolds through the Tabernacle, the life of Christ, and the Church. Seraphim brings a deep k…

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Ross Douthat - Why everyone should be religious 46:56

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Ross Douthat is a columnist at the New York Times. In this episode we discuss his book "Believe : Why Everyone Should be Religious". We mention Bret Weinstein, Tucker Carlson, JRR Tolkien, Rod Dreher, St Paul the Apostle, Justin Brierly, Carlos M. N. Eire, and more. Believe : https://www.amazon.com/Believe-Why-Everyone-Should-Religious/dp/031036758…

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S2 E11. The Future of AI: Live In London With John Wyatt 1:44:21

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Is Artificial Intelligence overtaking our culture? Is an AI girlfriend a legitimate relationship? How should Christians respond to the promise and perils of new technology? And what will the dehumanising of society mean for The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God? In this London event Justin Brierley sat down with bio-ethics expert Prof John Wyatt,…

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The Ontology of Spirit in Jonathan Pageau and John Vervaeke - Part 2 - Pneumatology 1:14:49

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This is part two of a series about Jonathan Pageau ( @JonathanPageau ) and John Verkvaeke ( @johnvervaeke ) and their respective views on Spirit and pneumatology. I mention Jonathan Pageau, John Vervaeke, Paul Vander Klay, Elizabeth Oldfield, Kale Zelden, Rod Dreher, Grim Grizz, , Ed Hutchins, Tucker Carlson, St. Anthony of the Desert, Athanasius, …

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395 - Beauty First: Envisioning a Civilization Worth Restoring (ARC Roundtable) 1:06:55

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This is an informal roundtable discussion among friends and artists at the 2025 London ARC Conference that includes myself, Andrew Gould, Aidan Hart, Heather Pollington, Neil and Kate DeGraide from Dirt Poor Robins, Ben and Vesper Stamper, Martin Shaw, and John Heers. Amidst thousands of voices focused on policy and economics, we stepped aside to a…

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394 - The World War II Consensus is Breaking Down 37:20

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Several years ago, I coined the phrase “watch the fool,” because in a world turned upside down, the fool can strangely point to what’s coming and in some ways play a role in restoring order —for good or for ill. For April 2025’s patron video, now opened up to the public, I reflect on how Kanye West has continued to play this role. He is not a proph…

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393 - Wheels Within Wheels: The Universe as a Symbol 41:21

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In this excerpt from the second lecture of the Symbolism Masterclass, I take you deeper than ever into one of the most powerful and mysterious patterns that underlies the cosmos. We explore the strange vision of Ezekiel, the meaning of the cosmic wheel, and how seemingly distant symbols—from pyramids to Christmas trees—are revealing the same fundam…

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Nicaea - What the Council & Creed meant to those there 1:13:31

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This video discusses the Council of Nicaea in 325AD and seeks to explore what it meant to those who were there. I mention Constantine the Great, Constantius II, Alexander of Alexandria, Athanasius of Alexandria, Origen of Alexandria, Eusebius of Caesarea, Eusebius of Nicomedia, Marcellus of Ancyra, Eustathius of Antioch, Michael Servetus, Arius, Ke…

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S2 E10. Larry Sanger: The rebirth of Wikipedia's co-founder 1:17:55

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When the co-founder of Wikipedia announced his Christian conversion in an online essay, it lit up the internet. Larry Sanger tells Justin Brierley the surprising story of his journey from skeptical philosopher to Christian faith. More info, book & newsletter: https://justinbrierley.com/surprisingrebirth/ Support via Patreon for early access to new …

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Sweden’s Return to Faith: Fr Mikael Fälthammar On Building In A Spiritual Desert 55:06

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Young men across Scandinavia are rediscovering Orthodox Christianity as the anchor in our chaotic modern world. Father Mikael Fälthammar, a Swedish Orthodox priest, shares how his journey from Lutheran upbringing to Orthodox priesthood has revealed the timeless wisdom men need today.In this powerful conversation, Father Mikael reveals how the ancie…

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392 - Richard Rohlin - Universal History: Symbols From the Edge of the World 1:35:44

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In this episode, Richard Rohlin and I continue our discussion of The Voyage of St. Brendan, focusing on some of the stranger episodes in the story. We look at encounters with sea creatures, a sea giantess, and the figure of a Hermit in paradise. Along the way, we reflect on what these images might reveal about death, resurrection, the role of the s…

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The Ontology of Spirit in Jonathan Pageau and John Vervaeke - Part 1 - Teleology and Epistemology 1:12:06

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This conversation discusses the similarities between Jonathan Pageau and John Vervaeke with regards to ontology, teleology, and epistemology. This is in preparation for a conversation in preparation for the midwestuary conference. I mention John Vervaeke ( @johnvervaeke ), Jonathan Pageau ( @JonathanPageau ), Mary Harrington, Aristotle, Plato, Socr…

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S2 E09. Surprising Conversations: Jonathan Pageau 1:13:24

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Orthodox thinker and icon carver Jonathan Pageau joins Justin to talk about why the God conversation has been intensifying in recent years. Along with Belle Tindall, they also cover atheism, the resurrection, the Bible and why symbolic patterns underlie our experience of the world. Pageau also gives the backstory to his friendship with Jordan Peter…

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Fr. John Strickland on Men’s Return to Tradition: When the West Abandoned Paradise for Utopia 1:02:39

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In this conversation, Orthodox priest Fr. John Strickland discusses how the West's abandonment of Ancient Christian tradition led to today's crisis of masculinity. For men seeking more than the emptiness of modern ideologies, Fr. Strickland's historical perspective illuminates why so many are now flooding to Orthodoxy—finding in its unbroken 2,000-…

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Do Christians worship the same God as the Jews? 39:17

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This episode is a response to a tweet from @redeemedzoomer6053 regarding the question "Do Christians worship the same God as the Jews?". I mentioned Jacob @faturechi , Paul Vanderklay @PaulVanderKlay , Tripp Parker, Bethel McGrew, Rabbi Tovia Singer @ToviaSinger1 , Dale Tuggy, Beau Branson, William Hasker, William Lane Craig, Marcion, Michael Heise…

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391 - The Controversy over "Christ is King" 16:33

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A few weeks ago, a study came out criticizing the use of the phrase "Christ is King"—and it stirred up a lot of strong reactions, including my own. In this video, I take you through the symbolism, history, and deeper meaning behind this expression, and I share why I believe its resurgence today is both important and complicated. I’ll also reflect o…

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S2 E08. Why Men Are Returning To Church: The surprising rebirth of the manosphere 1:43:19

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From podcast giants like Joe Rogan to Gen-Z YouTubers like Ryan Trahan, many male influencers are talking about faith in public. Multiple polls are also showing a notable increase in churchgoing among young men in the UK, Europe and the USA. A surprising rebirth in the 'manosphere' seems to be underway. Justin speaks with Anthony Bradley, Glen Scri…

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Dr Arne Rubinstein and Rites of Passage: The Lost Tradition Men Need 1:03:17

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In this conversation, Paul Lloyd Robson speaks with Dr. Arne Rubinstein about the ancient wisdom of rites of passage and how traditional frameworks transform boys into men. Our society has abandoned these crucial initiations, leaving men struggling with purpose, identity, and spiritual fulfillment. Dr. Rubinstein shares the four essential elements …

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390 - Genesis: Symbolism in the Creation Story 1:56:39

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This is a talk I did a few years ago for the Jung Society of Montreal. In it I explore the creation story in Genesis not just as myth, but as a fractal map of how identity, being, and purpose function. In breaking down the symbolism I also make a case for why intelligence isn’t an accident, why rituals matter, and why participation of intelligent b…

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Douglas Murray: Reconstructing our Culture | Renewal and Renaissance: A Ralston Symposium 1:30:27

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Douglas Murray, revered cultural critic and author, delivers the highlight of Ralston College’s symposium of “Renewal and Renaissance,” a lecture exploring the theme of cultural reconstruction. Delivered from one of the beautiful, stately galleries of Savannah’s Telfair Academy, the audience is treated to an intimate address that is both deeply mov…

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S2 E07. The Male Identity Crisis: Why young men are searching for meaning again 1:29:10

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In a world where masculinity is often branded 'toxic' and traditional gender roles are in flux, many young men are searching for identity. Some are looking to manosphere influencers like Andrew Tate. Others have been drawn to Jordan Peterson. But an increasing number are trying out church. in the first of 2 documentary episodes, Justin Brierley tra…

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Traditional Fathers, Digital Sons: Navigating Career Without Losing Your Soul 20:24

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In a world pushing men to chase constant productivity while lacking direction, guidance between generations has never been more vital. In this conversation, three generations of the Robson family reveal how fathers can properly mentor sons without forcing them into predetermined paths. Discover how traditional values provide the stability modern me…

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389 - Joe Allen - Transhumanism and the War Against Humanity 57:10

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In this conversation, I sit down with Joe Allen to dig into the strange and unsettling territory where transhumanism and politics collide. We explore how politics is shaping the trajectory of technological development—and how, in turn, emerging tech like AI begins to shape us. We talk about the deeper philosophical and spiritual undercurrents of tr…

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Jordan Hall - The Trinity as the key to the structure of being 1:33:53

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Jordan Hall and I discuss he exploration and reflections about the doctrine of the Trinity. We mention John Vervaeke ( @johnvervaeke ), Jonathan Pageau ( @JonathanPageau ), Paul Vanderklay ( @PaulVanderKlay ), Kale Zelden ( @thekalezelden ), Jim Rutt ( @jimruttshow8596 ), Elizabeth Oldfield ( @thesacredpodcast ), Rod Dreher, Polycarp, Ignatius of A…

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S2 E06. All Aboard The ARC? Why conservatives want to save Christendom 1:45:21

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Justin Brierley reports from the ARC conference in London where over 4,000 secular and religious attendees met to hear about the renewal of civilisation from speakers such as Jordan Peterson, Douglas Murray, Jonathan Pageau and Ayaan Hirsi Ali. But in the era of Trump 2.0, is the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship co-opting Christianity for conse…

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What does it take to spark a new Renaissance? 2:32:33

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In February 2025, Ralston College hosted a landmark symposium in Savannah, Georgia, bringing together leading thinkers, artists, educators, and students for a searching conversation about the renewal of our shared culture. Over the course of a wide-ranging roundtable, speakers explored the collapse of higher education, the need for sacred space, th…

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Sean Finnegan - Fascinating historical details about the Corinthian Church 1:14:37

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Sean is the host of @restitutio8765 . He is the pastor of Living Hope Ministries Internal ( @livinghopelatham ) He is also on the board of the Unitarian Christian Alliance ( @UnitarianChristianAlliance ). In this video we discuss his recent series on the history of Corinth the city and what that informs us about the epistles to the Corinthian churc…

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26. The Clash of Generations, with Dr. Jean Twenge 1:01:37

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Dr. Jean Twenge is a professor of psychology at San Diego State University, and the best-selling author of The Narcissism Epidemic and Generations: The Real Differences Between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers and Silents – and What They Mean for America’s Future. (00:00:00) In this episode (00:00:12) Intro (00:05:36) Chapter 1: Today’s Mental He…

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Father to Son: How Practical Skills Rebuild a Man's Soul 10:09

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In a world where men are increasingly disconnected from reality and traditional skills, this father-son conversation reveals how practical competence builds more than just structures—it builds character, marriages, and meaningful lives. Paul and Tony discuss how working with your hands reconnects you to reality in ways modern society deliberately o…

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S2 E05. William Lane Craig vs Philip Goff: A philosopher's 'slightly heretical' Christian conversion? 2:02:16

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Agnostic philosopher Philip Goff has been on a 'surprising rebirth' journey recently. After announcing his embrace of a 'slightly heretical' form of Christianity, he says he has come to believe in a God of limited power. Renowned Christian philosopher William Lane Craig engages Goff in a conversation on the universe, suffering and Christian faith, …

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388 - Mary Harrington - Identity After Postmodernism 50:01

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In this conversation with Mary Harrington, we explore how identity has evolved from the ancient idea of the soul to the concept of self and today how we talk and think about identity. We dive into how technology and AI shape this shift and why bringing back the soul might help us tackle modern challenges. We argue that purpose and hierarchy clarify…

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Rabbi Tovia Singer - An intense conversation with a Unitarian Christian 2:08:24

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Rabbi Tovia Singer is an Orthodox Rabbi living in Jerusalem. He is the founder and director of Outreach Judaism. William Lane Craig, Ignatius of Antioch, Tertullian, Origen of Alexandria, Constantine the Great, John Calvin, Michael Servetus, Martin Luther, Philo of Alexandria, Maimonides, Michael Heiser, Tim Mackie ( @bibleproject ), Lee Strobel, J…

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My Message to the Jews 1:50:05

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This is my message to the Jews. It follows up on my video about Christian/Muslim relations. I mention Elon Musk, Philo of Alexandria, Caligula, Suetonius, Claudius, Prescilla, Aquila, Gallio, Sosthenes, Jusitn Martyr, Trypho, Simon Bar Kokhba, Polycarp, Constantine, Athanasius of Alexandria, Caiaphas, Paul of Samosata, Photinus of Galatia, Arius, C…

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Elizabeth Oldfield & Paul Vanderklay - Spiritual Fellowship and Collective Effervescence 1:39:48

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Elizabeth Oldfield is the host of the sacred ( @thesacredpodcast ), an author, and . Paul Vanderklay is the host of @PaulVanderKlay ) and the head pastor of living stones. We mention John Vervaeke ( @johnvervaeke ), Jonathan Pageau ( @JonathanPageau ) , Rod Dreher, Kale Zelden ( @thekalezelden ) , Chris Pratt, Mark Walhberg, Jenny Odell, Renes Deca…

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Why We Tell Stories: Greg Hurwitz & Jonathan Pageau in Conversation 1:36:59

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“Why We Tell Stories” is a discussion between Greg Hurwitz & Jonathan Pageau which took place on January 31, 2025. In this exchange, two prominent professionals in creative fields discuss the place of passion, productivity, and integrity in the context of their careers, and offer insights which range from guiding, general principles to concrete, pr…