Religious Debate Podcasts
Discover a world of religious and spiritual wisdom with this collection of thought-provoking podcasts. These shows cover topics from around the globe and provide a variety of perspectives to help you on your journey.
Smalley does a fantastic job of welcoming guests on the show and engaging in respectful dialogue with them. He rarely gets into heated discussions or arguments, and he always welcomes anyone to challenge his claims.
Why Not Faith?
This podcast features candid conversations between passionate people who share their views on contemporary social issues from a faith perspective. Each episode offers a unique perspective that can be challenging to listeners. The podcast also offers a platform for respectful debate, which is rare in this world of shouty culture wars.
It’s important for Christians to be able to defend their beliefs in the face of attacks from those who have no respect for them. The best way to do this is by having meaningful debates with those who disagree with them. This is why this podcast is so valuable.
One of the most popular debates in recent years was between Christopher Hitchens and Dinesh D’Souza. D’Souza was a prolific author and apologist for Christianity who believed that God was the best explanation for the origins of life and human morality. Hitchens, on the other hand, was a well-known atheist who opposed religion as irrational. The debate was recorded and professionally edited by Illustra Media, which has a reputation for producing quality debate recordings.
The Jesuit Institute
The Jesuit Institute serves as an intellectual resource to the broader community, fostering conversation and debate on important issues of faith and culture. Our programs, which include faculty seminars and lectures on important disputed questions of our time as well as short colloquia that address specific topics, aim to contribute to the ongoing conversation in the Catholic intellectual tradition.
Education in the Jesuit tradition is centered on educating the whole person – mind, heart and soul. It develops the intellect, nurtures emotions and conscience, approaches academic subjects holistically, considering their full impact on the world, and fosters a sense of global responsibility.
Mike reached out to a leading expert on Teilhard, Sister Kathy Duffy SSJ from Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia to learn more about the Jesuits and their work on evolution. Her conversation offers a fascinating snapshot into the history of Jesuits in the 21st century.
The Tikvah Fund
While the Tikvah Fund’s stated mission of advancing “serious Jewish thought” sounds open-ended, its actual content reveals a political vision that is distinctly conservative and ideological. In fact, if you look closely at the full range of platforms sponsored by the fund, you’ll find that most of them feature articles that promote ideas rooted in the worldview of the American right-wing.
For instance, the website HaShiloach claims to be pluralistic, but in reality it features articles by Yesh Atid leader Yair Lapid and other figures associated with the right-wing in Israel. It also regularly features attacks on feminism.
Mosaic editor Jonathan Silver talks with three recent college graduates who are rising in their professional lives, but have found themselves drawn into the arena of campus activism. The three were part of a summer fellowship program that helped them clarify their identities, their values, and their purpose.
Expanding Horizons
Expanding Horizons is a podcast about religion that seeks to open minds and broaden perspectives. The podcast interviews spiritual leaders and explores topics like mindfulness, compassion, and human connection. It features conversations with prominent spiritual figures like Thich Nhat Hanh, Brene Brown, and Desmond Tutu.
In this podcast, listeners will hear personal stories of spiritual discovery and exploration. The hosts share their spiritual journeys and experiences to inspire listeners to find meaning in life. The podcast is a treasure trove of wisdom and insight for people of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds.