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Eboo Patel

Founder and President of Interfaith America, a leading interfaith organization in the United States. He is also a civic leader, author, and scholar focusing on pluralism and religious diversity.

Top 5 podcasts with Eboo Patel

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Sep 28, 2024 • 33min

235. Partners in a Prophetic Mission - Eboo Patel

Eboo Patel, an Ismaili Muslim author and activist, discusses interfaith cooperation and community building. He emphasizes the beauty of blending diverse spiritual practices, likening it to a potluck dinner where everyone's unique contributions matter. Eboo shares personal anecdotes that illustrate the challenges and joys of navigating cultural diversity. He advocates for building loving communities and underscores peacemaking as both a choice and a skill, urging us to engage deeply across faiths for a more united world.
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May 4, 2024 • 1h 14min

Eboo Patel on Pluralism

Eboo Patel and Yascha Mounk discuss how universities can promote mutual respect through pluralism, bridging divides on college campuses. They explore the challenges of identity politics, the need for genuine dialogue, and the importance of fostering curiosity, respect, and cooperation in education. The conversation delves into addressing societal challenges, promoting inclusivity, and creating a respectful environment for diverse perspectives.
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May 11, 2024 • 28min

Why campus protests worsen divisions, and how to mediate: Advice from Eboo Patel

Eboo Patel, Founder of Interfaith America, advocates for cooperation on college campuses amidst protests, emphasizing civil discourse over division. He discusses the need for universities to promote dialogue and solutions to complex issues, criticizes the default mode of confrontation, and highlights successful examples of constructive debates on campuses like Brown and Northwestern.
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Apr 23, 2024 • 55min

Peacemaking Within and Across Religious Traditions with Eboo Patel

Eboo Patel discusses the inevitability of religious conflicts and the importance of handling them productively. They explore God's diverse messages through scripture and the role of interfaith cooperation in promoting civic peace. The podcast emphasizes embracing diversity in activism and finding common ground in faith.
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Nov 12, 2024 • 59min

From Wokeness to Pluralism: A New Vision for Universities with Eboo Patel | Ep 24

Eboo Patel, Founder and President of Interfaith America, discusses the transformative power of pluralism in universities. He shares his journey from India and how his Muslim upbringing shaped his views on social justice. Patel critiques the shift in anti-racism strategies in academia and advocates for a balance between diverse perspectives. He proposes innovative ideas for creating 'Pluralist Universities,' emphasizing respectful dialogue and intellectual diversity, and uses jazz as a metaphor for collaboration in a democratic society.