Deep Talks | Cultural Theology with Paul Anleitner

Sam Tideman, a Harvard-trained data scientist, discusses the ethical implications of AI decision-making in life-and-death situations. They explore the possibility of teaching AI to be Christian and the need for a moral framework. The podcast also touches on biases in healthcare and the challenges of transitioning to a more secular approach. Overall, an engaging conversation about AI and its impact on society.

Brendan Graham Dempsey is a writer who's work focuses on the meaning crisis and the reconstruction of spirituality after postmodernism. He holds a BA in religious studies from the University of Vermont and a master's in religion and art from Yale University. He is the author of the 7-volume Metamodern Spirituality Series and, most recently, Metamodernism: Or, The Cultural Logic of Cultural Logics. In this episode, we discuss metamodernism. What is it? How did it emerge? What will religion look like in the metamodern era? https://www.youtube.com/@BrendanGrahamDempsey Exclusive access to the full, unedited 2-hour conversation is available to patrons: https://www.patreon.com/posts/exclusive-access-94836558?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link 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

Rafe Kelley, founder of Evolve Move Play, discusses the transformative benefits of physical fitness and embodied spiritual disciplines. Topics include counterculture upbringing, wrestling with pictures of Christ, modern gnosticism, physical participation in Christianity, navigating sexual ethics, original sin, finding shared pursuit, paganism, reflecting on Jordan Peterson, and becoming Christ-like.

Video of this episode available at: https://youtu.be/ub_buhL5LU8?si=j0LfzM0eMpBd-ky7   Dru Johnson, PhD is a biblical scholar at Hope College. He is also the co-host of the On-Script Podcast and director of The Center for Hebraic Study. His new book What Hath Darwin to Do with Scripture: Comparing the Conceptual Worlds of the Bible and Evolution proposes that the ancient Hebrew worldview of the Bible uniquely explores common concerns shared by Charles Darwin's evolutionary theory. Together, we discuss the challenges and hopes of seeking to understand and integrate evolutionary science and Christian theology. You can order Dru's new book here: https://shorturl.at/ektFN ___   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

Today's episode was recorded during a livestream with the Irish, Gen Z theology YouTuber extraordinaire- THEOHOPRACY. Theohopracy invited me on to discuss metamodernism, the Patrick Bateman meme / "sigma male" internet culture, and why there's a growing internet culture of young men attracted to "masculine" paganism. For Theohopracy's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW1cJ0NQOUA3G3ARqBw4JFw   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

Video of this episode is available at: https://youtu.be/_zbklHa9kPc?si=33cv1KE01BwLOABU The celebration of Halloween in America seems to be at an all-time high. Is this just because corporations are learning how to capitalize on the costumes, decorations, and candy of the season, or is something deeper at work?   In this episode, we'll explore the religious and philosophical symbolism of the Universal Classic Monsters- Dracula, Frankenstein, the Wolfman, and the Mummy and why these old films can give us insights into what the increasing celebration of Halloween means in our culture.   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

Exploring the impact of metamodernism on Christianity, the podcast delves into storytelling, historical rebellion, and pop culture comedy. It discusses the evolution of narratives in faith communities, emphasizing authenticity and diverse perspectives for a hopeful reconstruction of beliefs.

Metamodernism is reshaping how we engage with culture and art. The resurgence of Creed reveals a shift from irony to genuine appreciation among younger audiences. Even sports teams like the Texas Rangers are embracing their music to boost morale. The host discusses intriguing connections between this cultural revival and the longing for authentic storytelling in a complex world. Tune in for insights on how video content can attract new audiences while exploring why Creed resonates with Gen Z.

Explore the hero's journey within metamodern storytelling using examples from myths like Homer's Illiad, movies like Star Wars, and Spider-Verse. Uncover the significance of diverse perspectives in hero narratives and the role of flawed mentors in guiding heroes. Delve into the universal aspects of storytelling across cultures.

This podcast explores the cultural shift from modernism to postmodernism and now metamodernism in storytelling. It discusses how metamodern comedy in sitcoms like The Cosby Show and Joe Pera Talks With You offers a sense of sacredness and transcendence in mundane lives. The episode also explores subverting story arcs, the transformative power of attention downscaling, and the core impulse of metamodern storytelling.