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REALigion

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by Rabbi Eric Linder & Rev. Joel L. Tolbert

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A Rabbi and a Reverend walk into a podcast... and talk REAL about religion. We are Rabbi Eric Linder and Reverend Joel Tolbert. We became colleagues and friends in 2012 when we both found ourselves serving congregations near Athens, GA. We were founding members of an area Interfaith group that grew from seven to over sixty clergy. Today, we live in different states but come together here to discuss faith, God, religion, entertainment, and tech. We’ll dive into the social, cultural, political, and topical too. We have quick minds, sharp tongues, and good hearts, and we hope you enjoy being a part of these conversations!

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July 24, 2024

Live Episode from Athentic Brewing in Athens GA

Season 5, Episode 14 - LIVE episode from Athentic Brewing What are your hopes for the future of congregations given younger folks are skeptical and dismissive of religion? What do you think religion gets really wrong, consistently? How are we supposed to handle holy texts? What is Christian Nationalism? References from today's show: https://athenticbrewing.com/ PCUSA Book of Order, see God Is Lord of the Conscience F-3.0101, and Corporate Judgment F-3.0102 __________ Send feedback, show ideas, comments, and suggestions to: REALigionPodcast@gmail.com __________ How to follow Rabbi Eric Twitter/X @geekyrabbi Blog Geeky Rabbi | Theology, Technology and a bit of Music Home - Congregation Children of Israel, Athens Georgia (ccisrael.org) __________ How to follow Rev. Joel Twitter/X - Sorry yall, I am no longer supporting or available on the platform formerly known as Twitter Blog Cross Purposes | Blog of Rev. Joel Tolbert Presbyterian Church of Chestertown – Worship God, Follow Jesus, Led by Spirit, Partner with People. (presbyterianchestertown.org) __________ Music "Modulation in the Spirit" by Little Glass Men, Composer Ryan Claus (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

June 10, 2024

Season Finale - Is American Christianity Still a Religion?

Season 5, Episode 13 - Season Finale - Is American Christianity Still a Religion? Israel and Judaism are more than a religion. We learned a few episodes ago, they are also identity markers, without the expectation of faith. Is Christianity in America still a religion, or is it falling into an identity marker also, without the expectation of beliefs or behaviors anymore? Are there non-Christians that practice Christianity better than some Christians? References from today's show: <a href='https://thecorners.substack.com/p/if-you-cant-take-in-anymore-theres'>If you can't take it in anymore, there's a reason - essay by Rev. Nadia Bolz-Weber (paid subscription required)</a> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xa6c3OTr6yA'>Spock "The needs of the many..."</a> __________ Send feedback, show ideas, comments, and suggestions to: <a href='mailto:REALigionPodcast@gmail.com'>REALigionPodcast@gmail.com</a> __________ How to follow Rabbi Eric Twitter/X <a href='https://twitter.com/geekyrabbi'>@geekyrabbi</a> Blog <a href='https://geekyrabbi.com/'>Geeky Rabbi | Theology, Technology and a bit of Music</a> <a href='https://ccisrael.org/'>Home - Congregation Children of Israel, Athens Georgia (ccisrael.org)</a> __________ How to follow Rev. Joel Twitter/X - Sorry yall, I am no longer supporting or available on the platform formerly known as Twitter Blog <a href='https://www.joeltolbert.com/'>Cross Purposes | Blog of Rev. Joel Tolbert</a> <a href='https://presbyterianchestertown.org/'>Presbyterian Church of Chestertown – Worship God, Follow Jesus, Led by Spirit, Partner with People. (presbyterianchestertown.org)</a> __________ Music "Modulation in the Spirit" by Little Glass Men, Composer Ryan Claus (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

May 14, 2024

Passover, Protests, and Post-Evangelicals

Season 5, Episode 12 - Passover, Protests, and Post-Evangelicals Here after Passover, what was it like for a Jewish community to celebrate in the shadows of the Israel/Hamas war? Why are American college campuses using camping, protests, and occasionally violence to resist violence? After Brett's visit last episode, how would we assist those who are stuck in arrogant faith traditions? References from today's show: <a href='https://understandinginnovation.blog/2015/07/03/the-dunning-kruger-effect-in-innovation/'>The Curve of Confidence versus Wisdom, Dunning Kruger Effect</a> Rob Bell, <a href='https://www.cnn.com/2017/07/28/us/rob-bell-bible-belt/index.html'>Story</a>, <a href='https://robbell.com/podcast/'>Podcast</a>, "<a href='https://robbell.com/audio/something-to-say/'>Something to Say</a>" Seminar <a href='https://www.amazon.com/s?k=can+we+talk+about+israel&hvadid=676976477224&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9007971&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=9178142153456990879&hvtargid=kwd-1219609428379&hydadcr=22163_13517541&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_6slx00tt82_e'>Can We Talk About Israel</a> by by <a href='https://www.amazon.com/Daniel-Sokatch/e/B097F6DHMK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1715696637&sr=8-1'>Daniel Sokatch</a> and Christopher Noxon <a href='https://trippfuller.com/podcasts/'>Tripp Fuller and Homebrewed Christianity</a> __________ Send feedback, show ideas, comments, and suggestions to: <a href='mailto:REALigionPodcast@gmail.com'>REALigionPodcast@gmail.com</a> __________ How to follow Rabbi Eric Twitter/X <a href='https://twitter.com/geekyrabbi'>@geekyrabbi</a> Blog <a href='https://geekyrabbi.com/'>Geeky Rabbi | Theology, Technology and a bit of Music</a> <a href='https://ccisrael.org/'>Home - Congregation Children of Israel, Athens Georgia (ccisrael.org)</a> __________ How to follow Rev. Joel Twitter/X - Sorry yall, I am no longer supporting or available on the platform formerly known as Twitter Blog <a href='https://www.joeltolbert.com/'>Cross Purposes | Blog of Rev. Joel Tolbert</a> <a href='https://presbyterianchestertown.org/'>Presbyterian Church of Chestertown – Worship God, Follow Jesus, Led by Spirit, Partner with People. (presbyterianchestertown.org)</a> __________ Music "Modulation in the Spirit" by Little Glass Men, Composer Ryan Claus (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

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What is REALigion?: A Rabbi and a Reverend walk into a podcast... and talk REAL about religion.

We are Rabbi Eric Linder and Reverend Joel Tolbert. We became colleagues and friends in 2012 when we both found ourselves serving congregations near Athens, GA. We were founding members of an area Interfaith group that grew from seven to over sixty clergy. Today, we live in different states but come together here to discuss faith, God, religion, entertainment, and tech. We’ll dive into the social, cultural, political, and topical too. We have quick minds, sharp tongues, and good hearts, and we hope you enjoy being a part of these conversations!
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates monthly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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