Sarah Billups

The podcast features Esau McCauley, a theologian and public commentator, who discusses the controversial U.S. operation in Venezuela, raising questions about legality, morality, and American identity. Sara Billups, an author and cultural commentator, explores anxiety in both personal and church contexts, tying it to broader cultural issues in her book, 'Nervous System.' She offers insights into calming practices for individuals and leaders, emphasizing the importance of a non-anxious presence in politics and community life.

Sarah Billups, a Seattle-based writer and cultural commentator, dives into the complexities of faith and mental health. She shares insights from her upcoming book, discussing how understanding personal and generational anxiety can foster peace. Billups illuminates the concept of 'holy indifference' as a tool for navigating fear, particularly in churches and politics. She highlights strategies for nurturing anxious children and emphasizes the importance of community and presence in countering today's pervasive anxiety.

In a thought-provoking discussion, Sarah Billups, an author and podcaster known for her insights on spirituality and anxiety, delves into the generational transmission of anxiety. She shares fascinating stories about her neurotic Jewish father and how family dynamics shape our fears. Sarah critiques how the church absorbs cultural anxiety and examines the polarization in today’s society. Highlighting her journey through Ignatian spiritual exercises, she introduces 'holy indifference' as a counter to OCD and emphasizes navigating loss in an increasingly anxious world.