Prof. Kathryn Tanner

Prof. Kathryn Tanner, a Marquand Professor of Systematic Theology at Yale, explores the implications of a present-focused mindset shaped by finance-driven capitalism. She reveals how this urgency affects workers and the indebted poor, often leading to risky behaviors and fragmented memories. Tanner contrasts this with a Christian perspective that emphasizes grace and eternal depth, suggesting that a divine focus can unify our experience of time. Her insights challenge listeners to reflect on the balance between immediate pressures and long-term well-being.