Michelle Panchuk

Philosopher Michelle Panchuk, an expert in the philosophy of religion and feminist philosophy, joins the discussion on the troubling 'just world hypothesis.' She uncovers how this belief can distort spiritual teachings, implying that those who feel abandoned by God must be spiritually inadequate. Michelle highlights the impact of this idea on survivors of spiritual abuse and examines historical narratives like Job's, which challenge notions of deserved suffering. The conversation also touches on the neurobiology of spiritual experiences and the commercialization of spirituality.