At the intersection of history and theology is Podding Through Religion. Listen in for your monthly dose of engaging academic discussions on topics from the world's religions.
In this episode Andrew and Jacob discuss the gruesome religious and ritualistic practices of human sacrifice as seen in cultures around the world. Join them as they as attempt to define "human sacrifice" as a religious practice and investigate examples from religious history. In response time the pair discuss interpreting the Bhagavad Gita in relationship to J. Robert Oppenheimer.
21 Aug 2023
The Ghost Dance of 1890
In this episode Jacob and Andrew dive into the phenomenon of the Ghost Dance and the historical context of westward expansion. As they explore this spiritual practice they also discuss the religious dimensions of Manifest Destiny and colonial views on Native Americans. Continuing the theme of civics and religion they recount the story of the landmark Supreme Court case of Pierce v Society of Sisters in response time.
1 Aug 2023
Second Year Special: Divine Right
The Second Anniversary Special! Join Jacob and Andrew as they reflect on Queen Elizabeth II, Pope Benedict XVI, and discuss the Divine Right of Kings. Get "a little deep" as they share things that have impacted their understandings of religion and a person's role in space and time.
2 Jun 2023
The Phenomenon of Megachurches
In this Episode Jacob and Andrew talk about the phenomenon of megachurches, the disfellowship of Saddleback Church, and explore related topics like prosperity theology and televangelists. Additionally: which megachurch pastors would they pick to form a basketball team?
4 Mar 2023
The Bhagavad Gita: Ethics and the Universe
This time Andrew and Jacob dive into one of the most notable texts of the Indian subcontinent. Find out what the Bhagavad Gita has to say about life, ethics, and the nature of the the universe itself! In response time the two discuss one of the most fascinating dynastic families in Africa and its connection to an important biblical figure.
1 Jan 2023
First Year Special: Q&A
Join Andrew and Jacob as they celebrate one year since their first recording. In this Q&A style episode they reflect on: the life and death of Archbishop Tutu, the figures in religion that inspire them, and the role of media in their fields.
22 Jul 2022
Galileo, Descartes, Science, and the Church
In this episode Andrew and Jacob take a look at the long history of science, religion, and the church. Travel through history as Andrew and Jacob recount bold claims of Galileo, the thoughts of Descartes, and investigations of many more who sat at the crossroads of religion and science. Additionally, listener comments on Slavic Paganism in response time.
1 Feb 2022
Cyrus the Great: The Persian Messiah
In this episode Andrew and Jacob discuss the the man, the myth, the legend (literally) that is Cyrus the Great. Listen as Jacob and Andrew explore: who Cyrus was, why he is important for the People of the Book, and the impact he still has on religion and culture today. Stay tuned at the end for our nod to the Christmas season with a peculiar Icelandic Christmas folk legend.
14 Dec 2021
Slavic Paganism
In this episode Andrew and Jacob explore the reconstructed world of Slavic pagan religion. Take a journey through pre-Christian Eastern Europe as Jacob and Andrew dive into the topics of: Paganism, Slavic gods, reconstructing pagan beliefs, and the impact of pagans on Orthodox Christianity. Additionally, learn about a long reigning and impactful Pope in Response Time!
18 Oct 2021
Obadiah: The Old Testament's Shortest Book
The pilot episode of Podding through Religion! In this episode Jacob and Andrew discuss the theology, history, and politics of one of the shortest works of biblical literature.
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