

Amy Frykholm: Encountering the Wilderness of Silence
4 snips Aug 26, 2021
Amy Frykholm, an American writer and senior editor for The Christian Century, discusses her books on American religion, including her newest release 'Wild Woman: A Footnote, the Desert, and My Quest for an Elusive Saint.' She explores the connection between silence and Christianity, the transformative power of nature, similarities between Tibetan Buddhism and Christianity, and her relationship with silence through poetry. The podcast also touches on the process of publishing and invites support on Patreon.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Exploring Silence and Solitude
05:25 • 20min
Exploring the Wild Woman Archetype
25:43 • 17min
Similarities in Tibetan Buddhism and Christianity
42:18 • 7min
Exploring Silence Through Poetry
49:38 • 2min
Appreciation for a Book and Discussion on the Process of Publishing
51:24 • 3min