Goodmakers Podcast with Paul Anleitner
Paul Anleitner | Goodmakers
Goodmakers Podcast features long-form conversations with leading thinkers and builders dedicated to the shared mission of cultural renewal. It's a post-cynical age podcast about uniting people around a shared story with a cruciform vision of flourishing at its center, and collaborating together to build what is good.Hosted by Paul Anleitner, President/CEO of Goodmakers and a cultural theologian, whose work focuses on the role of culture and story in our quest for meaning. His unique interdisciplinary approach integrates theology, philosophy, and science to help individuals and institutions navigate cultural shifts and address perennial religious longings.
www.goodmakers.co
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Episodes
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Jan 22, 2026 • 1h 25min
Brock Human & Nathan Fray - A Story of United Pursuit
Brock Human and Nathan Fray were co-founders of the music collective and worship movement called United Pursuit. Brock and Nathan are Co-Founders of Dialect.
Learn more at: https://dialecthouse.org/
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Jan 19, 2026 • 1h 12min
Gonzalo Schwarz - Building Something from Nothing
Gonzalo Schwarz is President and CEO at the Archbridge Institute. Gonzalo focuses on researching and writing about the American Dream, social mobility, the economics of human flourishing, economic development, and entrepreneurship. He is the author of the institute’s “American Dream Snapshot” and editor of two publications focused on social mobility in Europe and Latin America. He has written for media publications such as USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, The Hill, Real Clear Politics, and Fortune, among others. You can follow his Substack “Living the Dream,” where he writes about the American Dream.
To find out more about Goodmakers:
goodmakers.co
Jan 8, 2026 • 28min
Goodmakers Episode 1 | It's time for a change.
Deep Talks is now Goodmakers. I explain why it's time for me to make a change and what's to come.
www.goodmakers.co
Dec 2, 2025 • 60min
John Mark McMillan & Stephen Roach | Discussing the Symbolism of Frankenstein
Paul Anleitner, John Mark McMillan, and Stephen Roach discuss the deeper meaning embedded in Netflix's new Frankenstein.
https://www.makersandmystics.com/
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Oct 27, 2025 • 14min
Important Podcast Update!
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Oct 21, 2025 • 1h 49min
Jordan Hall & Rafe Kelley | Neo-Gnostic Escape or Living in The Way?
Jordan Hall, a thinker addressing civilization's challenges, and Rafe Kelley, a coach focused on physical culture, engage in a thought-provoking discussion. They explore the 'source code' problem affecting societal dynamics and emphasize the distinction between scarcity and abundance. Rafe reflects on the impact of Christianity on his personal life and the importance of embodied practices. Together, they critique neo-Gnostic escapism, advocate for renewed engagement with the world, and stress the significance of living authentically in the 'Way' to foster true transformation.
Oct 12, 2025 • 1h 3min
Leland Vittert | Bestselling Author "Born Lucky" & His Journey with Autism
Leland Vittert is a journalist known for his work as a foreign correspondent for Fox News and as the current Chief Washington Anchor for NewsNation. He is the author of the New York Times Bestselling book Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, a Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism
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Oct 7, 2025 • 1h 25min
Allan Peters | Lessons from Cracker Barrel: Why a Logo Change Feels Spiritual
Allan Peters is a creative director, designer, and branding specialist. Largely considered to be one of the best in the U.S., he has worked with Nike, Target, Disney, and many more.
Peters is the author of Logos That Last: How to Create Iconic Visual Branding.
https://www.instagram.com/allanpeters
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Oct 1, 2025 • 54min
Clay Routledge | Religion, Story, & Saving Civilization
In this enlightening discussion, Clay Routledge, an existential psychologist known for his work on meaning and culture, dives into the intricate dance between religion and societal values. He explores why religious decline happens despite enduring spiritual needs and analyzes the emotional reactions tied to symbolic acts, like flag burning. Clay emphasizes the power of storytelling in creating societal bonds and advocates for civility in diverse communities, suggesting that nurturing curiosity and focusing on positive narratives can help foster unity amidst polarization.
Sep 22, 2025 • 1h 7min
Joshua Bodkin | Cowboys, Conservation, and Playing the Long Game in Creation
Joshua Bodkin is the Owner/Director of Solar Wave Media, a content production company focused on telling inspiring stories. He is also the editor-in-chief of Chasing Passion magazine.
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