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Mark Vernon: Spiritual Intelligence & the Evolution of Religion 1:49:13

12 hours ago1:49:13

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In this episode, I am joined by Mark Vernon to discuss the relationship between spirituality, science, and meaning in the modern world. Mark explores how our conception of religion has narrowed to focus primarily on doctrines and morals rather than experiential dimensions, which is a relatively recent development in human history. Vernon describes how human spiritual intelligence evolved not merely as a survival mechanism but as a form of “niche exploration” that allowed humans to discover immaterial realities. He contrasts the dominant enlightenment epistemology of mastery and control with spiritual traditions that emphasize receptivity and participation. Throughout the conversation, Vernon weaves together insights from his background in physics, theology, philosophy, and psychotherapy to argue that reconnecting with our inner lives and recovering a sense of wonder might be essential for addressing our current meaning crisis. 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. Online Class: The Many Faces of Christ Today The question Jesus asked his disciples still resonates today: “Who do you say that I am?” Join our transformative 5-week online learning community as we explore a rich tapestry of contemporary Christologies. Experience how diverse theological voices create a compelling vision of Jesus Christ for today’s world. With the help of some amazing theologians we will cover: * The quest for the historical Jesus and contemporary historical approaches. * The humanity and divinity of Christ, including traditional and innovative interpretations. * Gender and Christology, including how feminist, womanist, and queer perspectives reimagine Jesus beyond patriarchal frameworks. * Ecological Christology focusing on Christ’s relationship to creation and implications for environmental ethics. * Liberation and justice diving into how Jesus’ life and teachings challenge systems of oppression and call for social transformation. * Salvation and the meaning of the incarnation, cross, and resurrection across theological traditions. * Christ and religious pluralism, including theological responses to a religiously diverse world. Expand your spiritual horizons. Challenge your assumptions. Enrich your faith. As always, the class is donation-based (including 0), so head over to ManyFacesOfChrist.com for more details and to sign up! This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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John Dominic Crossan: Paul, Josephus, & the Challenge of Nonviolent Resistance 1:26:28

2 days ago1:26:28

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In this session, biblical scholar John Dominic Crossan examines the fundamental conflict between two competing visions in the ancient world: divine deliverance and human resistance. He contrasts the positions of two self-identified Pharisees – Paul and Josephus – revealing how Josephus portrayed Rome’s imperial power as divinely ordained while Paul offered a radical alternative vision. Most provocatively, Crossan uncovers evidence of organized nonviolent resistance movements in first-century Judaism that predated Jesus and Paul, suggesting these movements connected Pharisaic beliefs about the resurrection with nonviolent opposition to empire. This historical context illuminates Jesus’ command to “love your enemies” as a form of nonviolent resistance, challenging us to consider whether humanity must embrace Paul’s radical vision of justice over empire to become a sustainable species. Through archaeological and textual evidence, Crossan demonstrates how these competing worldviews physically manifested in the ancient world, ultimately asking whether Paul’s alternative vision remains our best hope against escalating violence. To access all 5 of Crossan’s lectures, submit questions, and join future live streams, head here to join the class . John Dominic Crossan, professor emeritus at DePaul University, is widely regarded as the foremost historical Jesus scholar of our time. He is the author of several bestselling books, including The Historical Jesus, How to Read the Bible and Still Be a Christian, God and Empire, Jesus: A Revolutionary Biography, The Greatest Prayer, The Last Week, and The Power of Parable. He lives in Minneola, Florida. Previous Podcast Episodes with Dom & Tripp Paul, Rome, & the Violent Normalcy of Civilization Paul & the Fictional History of Luke-Acts Paul & Thecla Ask JC Anything Diana Butler Bass & John Dominic Crossan: The Resurrection of Jesus Brian McLaren & John Dominic Crossan: The Message of Jesus & the Judgement of Civilization Brian Zahnd & John Dominic Crossan: God, Violence, Empire, & Salvation Why the Biblical Paul is Awesome Christian Resurrection & Human Evolution The Cross & the Crisis of Civilization The Coming Kingdom & the Risen Christ The Parables of Jesus & the Parable of God How to think about Jesus like a Historian the Last Week of Jesus’ Life Jesus, Paul, & Bible Questions Saving the Biblical Christmas Stories the most important discovery for understanding Jesus The Bible, Violence, & Our Future Resurrecting Easter on the First Christmas From Jesus’ Parables to Parables of God Render Unto Caesar on God & Empire 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. Online Class: The Many Faces of Christ Today The question Jesus asked his disciples still resonates today: “Who do you say that I am?” Join our transformative 5-week online learning community as we explore a rich tapestry of contemporary Christologies. Experience how diverse theological voices create a compelling vision of Jesus Christ for today’s world. With the help of some amazing theologians we will cover: * The quest for the historical Jesus and contemporary historical approaches. * The humanity and divinity of Christ, including traditional and innovative interpretations. * Gender and Christology, including how feminist, womanist, and queer perspectives reimagine Jesus beyond patriarchal frameworks. * Ecological Christology focusing on Christ’s relationship to creation and implications for environmental ethics. * Liberation and justice diving into how Jesus’ life and teachings challenge systems of oppression and call for social transformation. * Salvation and the meaning of the incarnation, cross, and resurrection across theological traditions. * Christ and religious pluralism, including theological responses to a religiously diverse world. Expand your spiritual horizons. Challenge your assumptions. Enrich your faith. As always, the class is donation-based (including 0), so head over to ManyFacesOfChrist.com for more details and to sign up! This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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Kevin Hart: Phenomenology & the Crisis of Attention 1:25:02

4 days ago1:25:02

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In this thought-provoking episode, I am joined by theologian and philosopher Kevin Hart to discuss the nature of contemplation in both religious and secular contexts. Hart traces the historical origins of contemplation from ancient Rome and Greece through Christian traditions, distinguishing it from meditation and contrasting it with our modern culture of fascination. He draws on phenomenology, particularly Husserl’s work, to explain how contemplation offers a way to move beyond the limiting “natural attitude” to experience reality more fully. Hart discusses how poetry, particularly that of Gerard Manley Hopkins, exemplifies contemplative engagement with the world, and explores how Jesus’ parables invite a shift from worldly preoccupations to an intimate relationship with God. Throughout the conversation, Hart warns about the dangers of our technology-driven “culture of fascination” that traps our attention and leads to emptiness, while offering practical guidance on contemplative reading through practices like Lectio Divina that might help modern people recover a more enriching way of engaging with texts, the world, and the divine. Dr. Kevin Hart is Jo Rae Wright University Distinguished Professor in the Divinity School. He is a philosopher, phenomenologist, and theologian. His academic work spans the intersection of philosophy, literature, and theology, with particular emphasis on religious experience, contemplation, and phenomenology. Hart is known for his significant contributions to understanding both religious and secular forms of contemplation, drawing on thinkers like Edmund Husserl while engaging deeply with Christian contemplative traditions. If you are new to Dr. Hart’s work, check out Contemplation: The Movements of the Soul , Lands of Likeness: For a Poetics of Contemplation , and Poetry and Revelation: For a Phenomenology of Religious Poetry . 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. Online Class: The Many Faces of Christ Today The question Jesus asked his disciples still resonates today: “Who do you say that I am?” Join our transformative 5-week online learning community as we explore a rich tapestry of contemporary Christologies. Experience how diverse theological voices create a compelling vision of Jesus Christ for today’s world. With the help of some amazing theologians we will cover: * The quest for the historical Jesus and contemporary historical approaches. * The humanity and divinity of Christ, including traditional and innovative interpretations. * Gender and Christology, including how feminist, womanist, and queer perspectives reimagine Jesus beyond patriarchal frameworks. * Ecological Christology focusing on Christ’s relationship to creation and implications for environmental ethics. * Liberation and justice diving into how Jesus’ life and teachings challenge systems of oppression and call for social transformation. * Salvation and the meaning of the incarnation, cross, and resurrection across theological traditions. * Christ and religious pluralism, including theological responses to a religiously diverse world. Expand your spiritual horizons. Challenge your assumptions. Enrich your faith. As always, the class is donation-based (including 0), so head over to ManyFacesOfChrist.com for more details and to sign up! This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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Robert Vosloo: When the Times Are Out of Joint & Bonhoeffer’s Call to Agency 55:30

6 days ago55:30

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In this illuminating conversation, South African theologian Robert Bonhoeffer shares how Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s work influenced the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa and continues to speak to contemporary challenges. He describes how Bonhoeffer’s theology provided a framework for confronting apartheid’s theological justifications, highlighting how the German church struggle offered parallels for South Africa’s own church struggles. Robert explores Bonhoeffer’s Christology as central to his work, emphasizing how recognition of Christ in others challenges systems of separation and exclusion. The discussion moves to our current global moment, where Robert suggests we may be at a similar historical juncture as the early 1930s, requiring theological vigilance against hardening identities and nationalist rhetoric. He advocates for a theology that remains open to being decentered through engagement with different contexts and voices, even as it stays rooted in particular commitments. Throughout, Robert emphasizes Bonhoeffer’s continuing relevance in addressing issues of democracy, populism, and the church’s responsibility to guard against dangerous rhetoric that minimizes past injustices. Robert Vosloo is professor in Systematic theology at the Faculty of Theology, Stellenbosch University, South Africa, and a senior researcher at the Beyers Naudé Center for Public Theology at the same institution. His most recent book is entitled Reforming Memory: Essays on South African Church and Theological History . BIG NEWS: Reggie Williams & Jeffery Pugh will be at CAMP this year! 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. Online Class: The Many Faces of Christ Today The question Jesus asked his disciples still resonates today: “Who do you say that I am?” Join our transformative 5-week online learning community as we explore a rich tapestry of contemporary Christologies. Experience how diverse theological voices create a compelling vision of Jesus Christ for today’s world. With the help of some amazing theologians we will cover: * The quest for the historical Jesus and contemporary historical approaches. * The humanity and divinity of Christ, including traditional and innovative interpretations. * Gender and Christology, including how feminist, womanist, and queer perspectives reimagine Jesus beyond patriarchal frameworks. * Ecological Christology focusing on Christ’s relationship to creation and implications for environmental ethics. * Liberation and justice diving into how Jesus’ life and teachings challenge systems of oppression and call for social transformation. * Salvation and the meaning of the incarnation, cross, and resurrection across theological traditions. * Christ and religious pluralism, including theological responses to a religiously diverse world. Expand your spiritual horizons. Challenge your assumptions. Enrich your faith. As always, the class is donation-based (including 0), so head over to ManyFacesOfChrist.com for more details and to sign up! This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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The BoDaddy Confessional: Faith, Cat Posters, and Tom Bombadil 1:18:04

7 days ago1:18:04

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In this episode, we were joined by surprise guest Josh Patterson from the Rethinking Faith Podcast, who subjects Bo to his signature “20 Questions” game. The conversation ranges from lighthearted to profound as Bo considers which biblical book he would eliminate, which religious figure would make the worst associate pastor, and why he remains a Christian despite doubts. The discussion weaves through topics including Native American spirituality, Tom Bombadil from Lord of the Rings, wild adventures at theology conferences, and questions Bo would ask if Jesus appeared before him. Throughout the conversation, Bo reflects that his continued faith journey has been marked not by steady progress but by fortunate encounters with guides who’ve helped him stumble forward despite his self-described “train wreck” nature. 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. A Five-Week Online Lenten Class Join us for a transformative 5-week Lenten journey on “Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World.” This course examines the Apostle Paul as a Pharisee deeply engaged with the turbulent political and religious landscape of his time. Through the lens of his letters and historical context, we will explore Paul’s understanding of Jesus’ Life-Vision, his interpretation of the Execution-and-Resurrection, and their implications for nonviolence and faithful resistance against empire. Each week, we will delve into a specific aspect of Paul’s theology and legacy, reflecting on its relevance for our own age of autocracy and political turmoil. . For details and to sign-up for any donation, including 0, head over here. This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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Matthew Novenson: Paul and Judaism at the End of History 1:14:41

8 days ago1:14:41

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In this episode, Dr. Matthew Novenson returns to the podcast after his move from the University of Edinburgh to Princeton Theological Seminary. We discuss his new book Paul and Judaism at the End of History , which develops a radical reframing of how we understand the Apostle Paul: not as someone who rejected Judaism for Christianity, but as a Jewish thinker who believed that history had already ended with the resurrection of Jesus. We unpack into Paul’s unique eschatological vision, his understanding of the resurrection, and how modern theological traditions often misread Paul by projecting their own frameworks onto his writings. Themes Discussed Paul’s Jewish Context : The conversation highlights how Paul remained deeply Jewish throughout his life, challenging the common notion that he rejected Judaism for Christianity. The End of History : Novenson argues that Paul genuinely believed history had ended with Christ’s resurrection, making his theology fundamentally eschatological rather than focused on atonement. Resurrection as Present Reality : For Paul, the resurrection wasn’t a distant future event but something already beginning through the Spirit’s work in baptized believers. Justification Reframed : The discussion reexamines Paul’s concept of justification not as merely a way of “getting right with God” but as participation in the new creation. Keeping Paul Weird : Novenson emphasizes the importance of understanding Paul in his historical context rather than forcing him to fit modern theological frameworks. Dr. Matthew Novenson is a distinguished New Testament scholar now teaching at Princeton Theological Seminary. His scholarship focuses on Paul’s letters, early Judaism, and early Christianity. His latest book, “Paul and Judaism at the End of History,” offers a fresh perspective on understanding Paul’s theological vision and his relationship to Judaism. Novenson is known for his nuanced approach to historical interpretation that resists simplified readings of Paul through later Christian theological frameworks. Previous Visits to the Podcast Multiplicity at the Birth of Christianity Messiah, Lord, Logos, & Other Titles His books: Paul and Judaism at the End of History The Grammar of Messianism: An Ancient Jewish Political Idiom and Its Users Christ Among the Messiahs: Christ Language in Paul and Messiah Language in Ancient Judaism Paul, Then and Now 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. A Five-Week Online Lenten Class Join us for a transformative 5-week Lenten journey on “Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World.” This course examines the Apostle Paul as a Pharisee deeply engaged with the turbulent political and religious landscape of his time. Through the lens of his letters and historical context, we will explore Paul’s understanding of Jesus’ Life-Vision, his interpretation of the Execution-and-Resurrection, and their implications for nonviolence and faithful resistance against empire. Each week, we will delve into a specific aspect of Paul’s theology and legacy, reflecting on its relevance for our own age of autocracy and political turmoil. . For details and to sign-up for any donation, including 0, head over here. This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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John Dominic Crossan: Paul, Rome, & the Violent Normalcy of Civilization 1:12:29

10 days ago1:12:29

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In this session, biblical scholar Dominic Crossan examines the fundamental conflict between two visions of peace in the ancient world. He contrasts Augustus’ Res Gestae (carved imperial boasts of achievements) with Paul’s letters, revealing how Rome established “peace through victory” while Paul offered an alternative vision based on justice and non-violence. Crossan traces this tension back to Genesis, where human civilization begins with Cain’s fratricide and escalates through generations of violence, contrasting sharply with the divine vision of creation centered on Sabbath justice. Through archaeological evidence from Galatian sites where Paul traveled, Crossan demonstrates how these competing worldviews physically manifested in the landscape, ultimately challenging us to consider whether humanity’s inherent tendency toward escalating violence makes us a sustainable species or whether we must embrace Paul’s alternative vision of peace through justice. To access all 5 of Crossan’s lectures, submit questions, and join future live streams, head here to join the class . John Dominic Crossan, professor emeritus at DePaul University, is widely regarded as the foremost historical Jesus scholar of our time. He is the author of several bestselling books, including The Historical Jesus, How to Read the Bible and Still Be a Christian, God and Empire, Jesus: A Revolutionary Biography, The Greatest Prayer, The Last Week, and The Power of Parable. He lives in Minneola, Florida. Previous Podcast Episodes with Dom & Tripp Paul & the Fictional History of Luke-Acts Paul & Thecla Ask JC Anything Diana Butler Bass & John Dominic Crossan: The Resurrection of Jesus Brian McLaren & John Dominic Crossan: The Message of Jesus & the Judgement of Civilization Brian Zahnd & John Dominic Crossan: God, Violence, Empire, & Salvation Why the Biblical Paul is Awesome Christian Resurrection & Human Evolution The Cross & the Crisis of Civilization The Coming Kingdom & the Risen Christ The Parables of Jesus & the Parable of God How to think about Jesus like a Historian the Last Week of Jesus’ Life Jesus, Paul, & Bible Questions Saving the Biblical Christmas Stories the most important discovery for understanding Jesus The Bible, Violence, & Our Future Resurrecting Easter on the First Christmas From Jesus’ Parables to Parables of God Render Unto Caesar on God & Empire 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. A Five-Week Online Lenten Class Join us for a transformative 5-week Lenten journey on “Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World.” This course examines the Apostle Paul as a Pharisee deeply engaged with the turbulent political and religious landscape of his time. Through the lens of his letters and historical context, we will explore Paul’s understanding of Jesus’ Life-Vision, his interpretation of the Execution-and-Resurrection, and their implications for nonviolence and faithful resistance against empire. Each week, we will delve into a specific aspect of Paul’s theology and legacy, reflecting on its relevance for our own age of autocracy and political turmoil. . For details and to sign-up for any donation, including 0, head over here. This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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The Allure of the Screen and the Erosion of the Soul: Smartphones, Fascination, and the Call to Contemplation 28:41

12 days ago28:41

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This is an audio version of an essay on my substack, Process This . In it, I explore the tension between contemplation and fascination in the digital age, particularly regarding smartphone use. Inspired by my son’s school essay on phone-free schools, I took up a Lenten social media fast. Learning how deeply our digital habits have affected our capacity for genuine connection has been revelatory. Inspired by recent conversations with philosophers Kevin Hart and Norman Wirzba, I develop a distinction between contemplation and fascination. Through their attention-fragmenting design, smartphones ultimately create hollow connections that diminish our ability to be present with others and ourselves. Rather than advocating for complete technological rejection, I think about intentionally cultivating contemplative practices as a counterbalance to digital habituation, suggesting that creating space for more profound attention may be essential to human freedom in our increasingly digitized world. I hope you enjoy it and consider supporting my work by joining 80k+ other people on Process This . If you want to read or watch the essay, you will find it here on SubStack. Related Resources Norman Wirzba L ove’s Braided Dance: Hope in a Time of Crisis (Book) This Sacred Life: Humanity’s Place in a Wounded World (Book) “Attention and Responsibility: The Work of Prayer” in The Phenomenology of Prayer (Article) Farm to Table Theology (HBC Podcast) The Way of Love (HBC Podcast) Kevin Hart Contemplation: The Movements of the Soul (Book) Lands of Likeness: For a Poetics of Contemplation (Book) Hartmut Rosa Being at Home in the World (Podcast) Resonance In An Accelerated Age (Podcast) Related books by Rosa: The Uncontrollability of the World , Resonance: A Sociology of Our Relationship to the World, and his newest book, Democracy Needs Religion . 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. A Five-Week Online Lenten Class Join us for a transformative 5-week Lenten journey on “Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World.” This course examines the Apostle Paul as a Pharisee deeply engaged with the turbulent political and religious landscape of his time. Through the lens of his letters and historical context, we will explore Paul’s understanding of Jesus’ Life-Vision, his interpretation of the Execution-and-Resurrection, and their implications for nonviolence and faithful resistance against empire. Each week, we will delve into a specific aspect of Paul’s theology and legacy, reflecting on its relevance for our own age of autocracy and political turmoil. . For details and to sign-up for any donation, including 0, head over here. This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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Ulises Mejias: Data Colonialism 1:44:05

15 days ago1:44:05

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In this episode, I talk with Dr. Ulises Mejias, Professor of Communication Studies and Director of the Institute for Global Engagement at the State University of New York. WE explore the concept of data colonialism, examining how modern technology companies extract and exploit personal data in ways that parallel historical colonialism. The conversation delves into how these practices impact education, immigration policy, and what resistance might look like in our digital age. Key Themes and Ideas The Origins of Data Colonialism : Modern Terms of Service agreements function like colonial documents, using confusing language to facilitate dispossession without true consent. T he Four X Model of Colonialism in the Digital Age: Digital colonialism follows the same pattern as historical colonialism: explore new data sources, expand collection to more areas of life, exploit data as a “cheap” resource, and perpetuate oppressive systems. Data Territories : Our digital lives exist within bounded spaces designed specifically for continuous data extraction and monetization. Education and AI : AI threatens academic integrity and critical thinking while creating educational inequality between those who receive human instruction and those relegated to algorithmic teaching. Immigration and Border Control: Data surveillance enables and normalizes harsh immigration policies while tech companies align with government agendas. Resistance to Data Colonialism : Effective resistance requires working within the system, against the system, and beyond the system to imagine and create alternatives. Solidarity & Liberation: Mejias concludes with reflections on how understanding data colonialism helps us recognize what we’re up against, enabling more effective resistance and the cultivation of genuine solidarity. The conversation emphasizes that creating alternative systems beyond capitalist and colonial models is both necessary and possible. Here are the two editorials Ulises and I discuss The Core of Gen-AI is Incompatible with Academic Integrity Big Tech is powering Trump’s immigration crackdown Ulises Mejias is Professor of Communication Studies and Director of the Institute for Global Engagement at the State University of New York. Originally from Mexico City, his scholarship examines the relationship between technology, power, and colonialism. He is co-author with Nick Couldry of The Cost of Connection: How Data Colonizes Human Life and Appropriates It for Capitalism and Data Grab: The New Frontier of Digital Colonialism . His work focuses on decolonizing approaches to technology and data, particularly exploring how the extraction of personal data represents a new form of colonialism. This Episode is Sponsored By Scared Tension As people of faith, the words of the Bible are sacred. But sometimes, if we’re being honest, the Bible — especially the Old Testament — is more confusing than clear. The contradictions and complexities in the texts leave us shaking our head with more questions than answers. In Sacred Tension: Embracing Dissonance and Dialogue in the Old Testament , popular biblical scholar Bill Brown suggests that the diversity in the Bible is in fact one of its greatest strengths, pointing us toward “more” Bible, not less. He invites us to read the Old Testament as a wide-ranging dialogue that is in conversation both with itself and with us, fostering further discussion and mutual discernment. With passion and expert insight, Brown takes you on an enlivening journey through the Bible, exploring its dissonance and complexity anew. Let the conversations begin! Get 20% off Sacred Tension with promo code HBCST at store.upperroom.org. 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. A Five-Week Online Lenten Class Join us for a transformative 5-week Lenten journey on “Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World.” This course examines the Apostle Paul as a Pharisee deeply engaged with the turbulent political and religious landscape of his time. Through the lens of his letters and historical context, we will explore Paul’s understanding of Jesus’ Life-Vision, his interpretation of the Execution-and-Resurrection, and their implications for nonviolence and faithful resistance against empire. Each week, we will delve into a specific aspect of Paul’s theology and legacy, reflecting on its relevance for our own age of autocracy and political turmoil. . For details and to sign-up for any donation, including 0, head over here. This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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5. Paul the Pharisee w/ Crossan 1:10:31

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Dispositional Not Dispensational: on Territorial Spirits & Prayer Walking 1:39:13

17 days ago1:39:13

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Tripp and Bo dive into a fascinating theological discussion about Daniel 10 and its interpretation in this episode of the Theology Nerd Throwdown. Bo, who is preaching through Daniel, seeks Tripp’s insights on how progressive Christians can approach the text’s three-tiered cosmology featuring territorial spirits and angelic battles. They explore various ways to understand ancient worldviews without dismissing them, including how some modern Christians have used these concepts for potentially problematic practices like “spiritual mapping” and “prayer walking.” The conversation touches on colonialism in missions, cultural sensitivity, and how the same text that describes cosmic battles can be weaponized for xenophobic purposes or reimagined through a lens of cultural humility. Throughout their dialogue, they weave in personal stories about mission trips, theological embarrassments, and how contextual theology might offer better approaches to understanding both ancient texts and cultural differences. 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. A Five-Week Online Lenten Class Join us for a transformative 5-week Lenten journey on “Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World.” This course examines the Apostle Paul as a Pharisee deeply engaged with the turbulent political and religious landscape of his time. Through the lens of his letters and historical context, we will explore Paul’s understanding of Jesus’ Life-Vision, his interpretation of the Execution-and-Resurrection, and their implications for nonviolence and faithful resistance against empire. Each week, we will delve into a specific aspect of Paul’s theology and legacy, reflecting on its relevance for our own age of autocracy and political turmoil. . For details and to sign-up for any donation, including 0, head over here. This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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4. Paul the Pharisee w/ Crossan 57:38

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John Dominic Crossan: Paul & the Fictional History of Luke-Acts 1:17:57

18 days ago1:17:57

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In this episode, I am joined by renowned biblical scholar John Dominic Crossan for an exploration of the relationship between Paul and Luke in early Christian texts. Crossan provocatively challenges traditional understandings by arguing that Luke-Acts presents a deliberately modified version of Paul’s mission to make Christianity more palatable to Roman authorities. Through detailed textual analysis, Crossan reveals how Luke downplays Paul’s apostleship, reimagines his conversion, and strategically portrays Jews as hostile while depicting Romans as receptive. The discussion weaves through complex topics, including the Jerusalem Council, Paul’s missionary strategy targeting “God worshipers,” and the broader political implications of religious accommodation to the empire. With his characteristic blend of historical insight and contemporary relevance, Crossan ultimately suggests these ancient dynamics remain instructive today, as the merging of religion and politics continues to threaten not just democracy but “our soul.” Perfect for listeners interested in biblical criticism, early Christianity, and the intersection of faith and power. To access all 5 of Crossan’s lectures, submit questions, and join future live streams, head here to join the class . John Dominic Crossan, professor emeritus at DePaul University, is widely regarded as the foremost historical Jesus scholar of our time. He is the author of several bestselling books, including The Historical Jesus, How to Read the Bible and Still Be a Christian, God and Empire, Jesus: A Revolutionary Biography, The Greatest Prayer, The Last Week, and The Power of Parable. He lives in Minneola, Florida. Previous Podcast Episodes with Dom & Tripp Paul & Thecla Ask JC Anything Diana Butler Bass & John Dominic Crossan: The Resurrection of Jesus Brian McLaren & John Dominic Crossan: The Message of Jesus & the Judgement of Civilization Brian Zahnd & John Dominic Crossan: God, Violence, Empire, & Salvation Why the Biblical Paul is Awesome Christian Resurrection & Human Evolution The Cross & the Crisis of Civilization The Coming Kingdom & the Risen Christ The Parables of Jesus & the Parable of God How to think about Jesus like a Historian the Last Week of Jesus’ Life Jesus, Paul, & Bible Questions Saving the Biblical Christmas Stories the most important discovery for understanding Jesus The Bible, Violence, & Our Future Resurrecting Easter on the First Christmas From Jesus’ Parables to Parables of God Render Unto Caesar on God & Empire 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. A Five-Week Online Lenten Class Join us for a transformative 5-week Lenten journey on “Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World.” This course examines the Apostle Paul as a Pharisee deeply engaged with the turbulent political and religious landscape of his time. Through the lens of his letters and historical context, we will explore Paul’s understanding of Jesus’ Life-Vision, his interpretation of the Execution-and-Resurrection, and their implications for nonviolence and faithful resistance against empire. Each week, we will delve into a specific aspect of Paul’s theology and legacy, reflecting on its relevance for our own age of autocracy and political turmoil. . For details and to sign-up for any donation, including 0, head over here. This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

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Matthew Thiessen: the Jewish Paul 1:07:42

19 days ago1:07:42

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In this episode, Tripp hosts New Testament scholar Matthew Thiessen to discuss his book on The Jewish Paul and explore a fresh understanding of Paul’s letters within their proper Jewish context. Conversation Highlights: Paul’s Jewish Identity : Matthew explains how we should understand Paul not as someone who left Judaism for Christianity, but as a Jew who maintained his Jewish identity while believing Jesus was the Messiah. The Law and Gentiles : The conversation explores the complex debates in early Christianity about how the Jewish law applied to Gentile believers, with Paul arguing that while the law remained important for Jews, certain aspects (like circumcision) were not required for Gentiles. Paul’s Pharisaic Background : Matthew discusses how Paul’s identity as a Pharisee shapes his understanding of the resurrection and how Jesus being raised from the dead modified but didn’t abandon his pharisaic worldview. Resurrection Theology : The discussion examines how Paul’s understanding of Jesus’s resurrection as the “first fruits” reflects his Jewish eschatological hope, even while grappling with the surprising gap between Christ’s resurrection and the general resurrection. Rethinking Christian Tradition : Tripp and Matthew discuss how recovering Paul’s Jewish context challenges many modern Christian theological assumptions and opens up new possibilities for understanding his message. Reading Paul in His Context : The conversation explores how modern readers often misunderstand Paul by projecting post-Enlightenment concepts onto his writings rather than understanding his ancient cosmology and worldview. Check out Thiessen’s previous visit to the podcast : Jesus & the Forces of Death Matthew Thiessen is a professor at McMaster University specializing in early Judaism, Christian origins, and the relationship between early Christianity and Judaism. His work focuses on the rise of Christianity, particularly as it relates to early Judaism and the questions related to ethnicity and identity construction. 3 Days of Craft Nerdiness with 50+ Theologians & God-Pods and 600 new friends. A Five-Week Online Lenten Class Join us for a transformative 5-week Lenten journey on “Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World.” This course examines the Apostle Paul as a Pharisee deeply engaged with the turbulent political and religious landscape of his time. Through the lens of his letters and historical context, we will explore Paul’s understanding of Jesus’ Life-Vision, his interpretation of the Execution-and-Resurrection, and their implications for nonviolence and faithful resistance against empire. Each week, we will delve into a specific aspect of Paul’s theology and legacy, reflecting on its relevance for our own age of autocracy and political turmoil. . For details and to sign-up for any donation, including 0, head over here. This podcast is a Homebrewed Christianity production. Follow the Homebrewed Christianity , Theology Nerd Throwdown , & The Rise of Bonhoeffer podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 80,000 other people by joining our Substack – Process This! Get instant access to over 45 classes at www.TheologyClass.com Follow the podcast, drop a review , send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community .…

Tripp Fuller

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3. Paul the Pharisee w/ Crossan 59:09

20 days ago59:09