Kim Haines-Eitzen
Professor of ancient Mediterranean religions and scholar of apocalyptic literature, affiliated with Cornell University and working on a book about the apocalypse.
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Dec 28, 2025 • 40min
The End of the World As We Know It
This discussion features Dina Nayeri, a novelist and essayist from a background steeped in apocalyptic beliefs, and Kim Haines-Eitzen, a scholar of ancient apocalyptic literature. Nayeri reflects on her childhood in an underground Christian community during Iran's revolution, revealing how rapture beliefs impacted her view on urgency and resilience. Haines-Eitzen delves into the origins of apocalyptic thought, emphasizing its transformative potential rather than just destruction. Both guests urge engagement with community and collective hope to navigate uncertain times.
Jun 11, 2024 • 37min
Christian Monks in a Desert Full of Sound
Kim Haines-Eitzen, a Professor of Early Christianity at Cornell, discusses her research on the significance of sound in the desert for early Christian monks. She explores how the auditory environment influenced their spiritual practices and the importance of silence. The podcast delves into the origins of monasticism, the philosophy of silence, and the practice of deep listening for gaining insights and perspectives.
