

Deep Talks with Paul Anleitner
Paul Anleitner
Deep Talks is a podcast dedicated to exploring the integral relationship between religion, culture, philosophy, and science. Featuring long-form discussions and lectures about culture, theology, philosophy, science , and the pursuit of meaning in life.Paul Anleitner is 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.
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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.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 14min
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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.
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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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Sep 15, 2025 • 1h 58min
Paul Vander Klay | New Sincerity and the Rise of the "Metagelical"
Paul Vander Klay is a minister in the Christian Reformed Church of North America in Sacramento, California. His YouTube Channel has more than 30,000 subscribers: with videos on Christianity, the meaning crisis, and popular intellectual discourse.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 1h 50min
Rafe Kelley's Conversion Changed Everything
Rafe Kelley is the founder of Evolve, Move, Play, which incorporates practices from parkour, martial arts, gymnastics, and dance, as well as the study of human evolution and anthropology, to strengthen people in mind and body.
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Sep 2, 2025 • 45min
Kaz Hayashi | The Spread of Anime in American Culture
Kaz Hayashi is a biblical scholar, archeologist, and theologian from Japan. He is currently an associate professor of Old Testament at Bethel Seminary and has written on the theology and anime. Check out his work in:
Anime Philosophy and Religion
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