The Alisa Childers Podcast #213 Is the Social Justice Movement Compatible with the Gospel? with Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer
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Aug 27, 2023 Dr. Neil Shenvi and Dr. Pat Sawyer discuss their book, Critical Dilemma, which explores the infusion of critical theory into Western society. They tackle topics like the impact of social justice on Christian epistemology, the portrayal of intersectionality in American Girl dolls, and the compatibility of social justice with the Gospel. This episode helps navigate the cultural chaos surrounding issues of race, sexuality, and identity politics.
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Pat Sawyer's Career Shift
- Pat Sawyer transitioned from a 20-year banking career to studying critical social theory for Christian apologetics.
- He met Neil Shenvi through a mutual friend, sparking a partnership addressing critical theories in the church.
Defining Contemporary Critical Theory
- Contemporary critical theory encompasses various critical social theories impacting society and church.
- It draws from the Frankfurt School and Marxist traditions and adapts to today's cultural context.
Intersectionality Connects Oppressions
- Intersectionality shows that oppressions like racism, sexism, and classism are interconnected.
- Critical race theory insists dismantling one oppression requires addressing all simultaneously.