Deep Talks with Paul Anleitner

Dive into metamodernism, a fascinating cultural shift that merges irony with sincerity, redefining our approach to storytelling. Discover how films like 'Fight Club' and Wes Anderson's works illustrate this evolution, showcasing the tug-of-war between authenticity and postmodern critique. Explore how narratives can oscillate between humor and emotional depth, as seen in the surprising layers of 'Shrek.' This engaging discussion unpacks how contemporary creators navigate the complexities of meaning-making in today's landscape.

John Vervaeke, a cognitive science expert exploring consciousness, joins Paul VanderKlay, a philosopher focusing on spirituality. They dive into the transformative power of love and its connection to epistemology. The conversation navigates the complexities of faith, advocating for open dialogues that bridge Christian and secular perspectives. They also tackle how modern challenges affect Christianity, emphasizing authenticity in spiritual practices. Their insights encourage deeper introspection into the divine while valuing community and shared experiences.

This summer, we'll be replaying some of the essential episodes from the past six years of Deep Talks. Here's one of those episodes from March 2021!

This summer, we'll be replaying some of the essential episodes from the past six years of Deep Talks. Here's one of those episodes from July 2019!

This summer, we'll be replaying some of the essential episodes from the past six years of Deep Talks. Here's one of those episodes from July 2019!

This summer, we'll be replaying some of the essential episodes from the past six years of Deep Talks. Here's one of those episodes from June 2019!

This summer, we'll be replaying some of the essential episodes from the past six years of Deep Talks. Here's one of those episodes from January of 2022!

Steph Curry experiences it when he’s “in the zone” and hitting 35-foot three-pointers with ease. John Coltrane experienced it when he was recording his saxaphone performance on A Love Supreme. Psychologists have come to call this experience “the flow state.” But how might the flow state be related to what a monk experiences when he is deep in contemplative prayer or what a revival preacher feels in a tent meeting? In this series, we’ll explore the science of the flow state through the groundbreaking work of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi in his 'Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience' and offer theological reflections on possible points of intersection with historic Christian spirituality.   ——————  Become a patron on Patreon and get bonus Q&A Episodes, resources, opportunities for live discussions on Zoom, and access to our community Discord server: www.patreon.com/deeptalkstheologypodcast

Sam Tideman, a Harvard-trained biostatistical data scientist, discusses the intersection of science, evolution, and faith with a focus on debunking misconceptions, exploring evolutionary psychology, cultural dynamics, and the harmonious coexistence of science and theology. The conversation delves into evolutionary convergence, self-domestication, perspectives on truth, adaptability in evolution, neotony, group dynamics, and the transformative process aligning human nature with the divine, all reflecting on the pursuit of the good, true, and beautiful.

Steph Curry experiences it when he’s “in the zone” and hitting 35-foot three pointers with ease. John Coltrane experienced it when he was recording his saxaphone performance on A Love Supreme. Psychologists have come to call this experience “the flow state.” But how might the flow state be related to  what a monk experiences when he is deep in contemplative prayer or what a revival preacher feels in a tent meeting? In this series, we’ll explore the science of the flow state through the groundbreaking work of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s in his 'Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience' and offer theological reflections on possible points of intersection with historic Christian spirituality.   ——————  Become a patron on Patreon and get bonus Q&A Episodes, resources, opportunities for live discussions on Zoom, and access to our community Discord server: www.patreon.com/deeptalkstheologypodcast