

How Institutions Form Us (LIVE Podcast)
Mar 19, 2025
David Richter, Pastor of City Church of East Nashville, dives into a live discussion about how institutions shape our lives. He emphasizes the essential roles institutions play in providing safety and community, arguing that while we can exist without them, thriving is another matter entirely. The conversation explores the push and pull between individualism and community responsibility. Using relatable analogies from Disney and jazz, Richter illustrates how creativity flourishes within structured environments, urging listeners to reconsider their relationship with institutions.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Institutions and the Good Life
01:55 • 11min
The Role of Institutions in Community and Individuality
12:48 • 21min
The Intersection of Individualism and Responsibility
33:38 • 4min
Responsibility and Freedom: Lessons from Disney and Jazz
38:01 • 6min
Reimagining Sacrifice and Institutional Responsibility
44:28 • 22min
Introspection in Leadership
01:06:00 • 8min
Nurturing Leadership in Institutional Growth
01:14:28 • 2min