In this engaging discussion, Dr. Michael Morelli, an expert on Jacques Ellul and Assistant Professor of Theology & Ethics, dives deep into the ethical quagmire of modern technology. He critiques how technology has become a contemporary idol, demanding sacrifices from society. The conversation also explores the dark dynamics of power and its link to innovation, examining warfare and propaganda's role in shaping our realities. With an emphasis on critical reflection, Morelli connects the implications of technology to faith, identity, and modern life.

Michael Morelli, an assistant professor of theology, culture, and ethics, discusses his book containing an English translation of an essay by Jacques Ellul, with engagements by leading Ellul scholars. They discuss Ellul's engagement with influential thinkers, his perception as a sociologist and historian, and the impact of historical events on his work. They delve into the concept of the apocalyptic and explore Lule's cinema club archives analyzing genre-defining films.