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Rick Langer

Professor and guest commentator featured as a frequent fill-in co-host on Think Biblically; contributes cultural and theological analysis and mentors in Talbot's DMin Engaging Mind and Culture track.

Top 5 podcasts with Rick Langer

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24 snips
Oct 3, 2025 • 60min

Cultural Update: Faith and Politics after Charlie Kirk; Human Eggs from Skin Cells; Pregnancy Robots

Scott is joined by Rick Langer, an expert in ethics and bioethics. They delve into the contrast between viewing Christians as warriors versus servants in the context of politics after the Kirk shooting. Discussing abortion, they reveal mixed statistics showing reduced clinic abortions but an increase in medication abortions, prompting a deeper exploration of public policy intentions. They also examine groundbreaking advancements like creating human eggs from skin cells and the ethical dilemmas surrounding pregnancy robots and artificial wombs.
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20 snips
Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 2min

Cultural Update: Gambling and Sports; Growing Discontent in Relationships

Rick Langer, a theologian and pastoral voice, joins the conversation to explore the impact of dating apps on modern relationships and the challenge of finding meaning over fleeting happiness. They discuss the NBA betting scandal and the moral implications of gambling's rise in sports culture, highlighting the addiction risks and the church's role in addressing it. Additionally, they analyze Bill Gates’ pragmatic approach to climate change, advocating for actionable solutions for the developing world. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their scripture reading habits and engage thoughtfully in discussions about faith.
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18 snips
Nov 21, 2025 • 1h 2min

Cultural Update: The Loneliness Epidemic; Tesla’s Robot Army; Why Orthodoxy is Surging in the U.S.

In this engaging discussion, Rick Langer, a professor and cultural commentator, explores significant topics like the link between loneliness and susceptibility to conspiracy theories, emphasizing the need for community. They also delve into Elon Musk's plan for a million humanoid robots, raising ethical concerns about the future of work. Finally, Rick analyzes the surprising rise of Orthodox Christianity among young men, attributing it to its beauty, tradition, and appeal to masculinity, while also reflecting on insights regarding film ratings and how they can impact societal values.
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12 snips
Aug 22, 2025 • 59min

Cultural Update: Single Dads by Choice; Abortion Pills at Costco; Americans dying more often

Rick Langer, a professor and expert in ethics, joins the discussion on the rise of single men choosing fatherhood outside of marriage. They delve into how this trend impacts children's emotional well-being and the implications for traditional family structures. The podcast also covers Costco’s decision not to sell abortion pills, sparking debate about business ethics and public health. Additionally, the hosts tackle the growing mortality rates in younger generations and share insights on parenting, effective communication, and the role of AI in cultivating critical thinking.
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9 snips
May 10, 2024 • 57min

Cultural Update: Trends in Teenage Sex; Slogans in Israel/Palestine Conflict; Gender Affirming Care for Children; Listener Questions

Guest co-host Rick Langer joins Sean to discuss alarming trends in teenage sex, slogans in the Israel/Palestine conflict, debates on gender affirming care for children, and listener questions on the HPV vaccine, beliefs as law, and America as a chosen nation.

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