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Hosted by Melanie Cogdill the Managing Editor at the Christian Research Institute, Postmodern Realities is a podcast from the Christian Research Institute and the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL. Each podcast features in-depth conversations with our JOURNAL authors.
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This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Louis Markos about his article, “George Herbert’s Devotional Poetry: An Apologist’s Guide to God’s Call, Prayer, and Gospel Transformation:" https://www.equip.org/articles/george-herberts-devotional-poetry-an-apologists-guide-to-gods-call-prayer-and-gospel-transformation/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Hank Unplugged:How to Explain Hell with Louis MarkosHow Dante’s Inferno Can Help Explain Hell to Modern Seekers (article)Atheism on Trial with Dr. Louis MarkosPostmodern Realities podcastsEpisode 429: How Greek Myth, Tragedy, And Philosophy Point to Christian TruthHow Greek Myth, Tragedy, And Philosophy Point to Christian TruthEpisode 332 Exhortations to College-bound StudentsSeven or So Exhortations to College-Bound Students Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, “We Used Up All the Perfect: Andor and the Limits of Star Wars“. https://www.equip.org/articles/we-used-up-all-the-perfect-andor-and-the-limits-of-star-wars/This is also part of Cole’s ongoing Cultural Apologetics Column.[Editor’s Note: This review contains spoilers for Star Wars: Andor.]Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 318 An Occasion for Just War: A Review of AndorAn Occasion for Just War: A Review of AndorEpisode 430: Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’Episode 295 Obi-Wan Kenobi and the Freedom of Forgiveness (A Series Review of Obi-Wan Kenobi)Obi-Wan Kenobi and the Freedom of Forgiveness (A Series Review of Obi Wan Kenobi)Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Bill Westers about his article, “Questions and Doubts: 5 DON’Ts for Christian Parents”. https://www.equip.org/articles/questions-and-doubts-5-donts-for-christian-parents/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 428: The New Religion In Public Schools: Progressivism and the Trojan Horse Called SELThe New Religion In Public Schools: Progressivism and the Trojan Horse Called SEL
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Anne Kennedy about her review article, “That Sounds Really Hard: Assessing the Theology of Peter Enns”. https://www.equip.org/articles/that-sounds-really-hard-assessing-the-theology-of-peter-enns/This is also part of Anne’s ongoing “Theological Trends Column”. Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 440: Reimagining ‘Snow White’: How Counterfeits Reveal the TrueReimagining ‘Snow White’: How Counterfeits Reveal the TrueEpisode 426 Leaving Church, Finding A Platform: A Look at the Content of Rev KarlaLeaving Church, Finding A Platform: A Look at the Content of Rev KarlaEpisode 419: Richard Hays Changes His Mind About Sexuality and God: A Review of ‘The Wideness of God’s Mercy: Sexuality Within the Biblical Story’Richard Hays Changes His Mind About Sexuality and God: A Review of ‘The Wideness of God’s Mercy: Sexuality Within the Biblical Story’Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Lisa Cooper about her article, “How the Church Can Address the Crisis of Identity and Belief Among Gen Z Women”. https://www.equip.org/articles/how-the-church-can-address-the-crisis-of-identity-and-belief-among-gen-z-women/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 427 Grief, Loneliness, Friendship, and Robots: How Apple TV+’s ‘Sunny’ Shows Us About Human Nature“Grief, Loneliness, Friendship, and Robots: How Apple TV+’s Sunny Shows Us About Human Nature“. Episode 411: The Antidote To FOMO (And FOBO)The Antidote To FOMO (And FOBO)Episode 373 A Christian Response to Scrolling and Doomscrolling“A Christian Response to Scrolling and Doomscrolling“Episode 359 The Loneliness Crisis In America And How The Church Can HelpThe Loneliness Crisis in America and How the Church Can Help Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Melissa Cain Travis about her article, “Persons Don’t Disintegrate: Apple TV’s ‘Severance’ and the Continuity of Identity Problem” https://www.equip.org/articles/persons-dont-disintegrate-apple-tvs-severance-and-the-continuity-of-identity-problem/ and Julie Miller about her sidebar article, “‘Severance’ and the Good Life”. https://www.equip.org/articles/severance-and-the-good-life/ (Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers for Seasons 1 and 2 of Apple TV’s Severance) Related articles and podcasts to this subject: Episode 297 Why are we down here still working in the dark? (A Web TV Series Review of Severance)Why are we down here still working in the dark? (A Web TV Series Review of Severance)Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 435: The Pathos of the Reflective Naturalist: Meaning, Happiness, and Eternity in our HeartsThe Pathos of the Reflective Naturalist: Meaning, Happiness, and Eternity in our HeartsEpisode 282: Scientific Materialism and the Origin of Life ProblemFacing The Abyss: Scientific Materialism and the Origin of Life ProblemEpisode 238: Scientific Materialist Manifesto: The Pursuit of Meaning in a Godless UniverseScientific Materialist Manifesto: The Pursuit of Meaning in a Godless UniverseEpisode 062: How the Structure and Comprehensibility of the Universe Reveal a Mindful MakerA Grand Cosmic Resonance: How the Structure and Comprehensibility of the Universe Reveal a Mindful MakerDon’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, “Blades, Spirits, and the Sacred: Encountering Shintoism in Assassin’s Creed Shadows”. https://www.equip.org/articles/blades-spirits-and-the-sacred-encountering-shintoism-in-assassins-creed-shadows/This is also part of Cole’s ongoing Cultural Apologetics Column.[Editor’s Note: This review contains spoilers for Assassin’s Creed Shadows.] Related articles and podcasts on video games: Episode 128 Summer Vacation, Kids, and Video Games: Better Alternatives to FortniteSummer Vacation, Kids, and Video Games: Better Alternatives to FortniteEpisode 098 Virtual Violence, Video Game Addiction, and the Kingdom of GodVirtual Violence, Video Game Addiction, and the Kingdom of GodEpisode 022: Can God Fit in This Machine? Video Games and ChristiansCan God Fit in This Machine? Video Games and ChristiansRelated articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 437: What is Truth in ‘Dune: Prophecy’?What is Truth in ‘Dune: Prophecy’?Episode 430: Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’Episode 425: Film Review: Netflix’s MaryEpisode 420: ‘Heretic’ The Gospel According to Mr. Reed‘Heretic’: The Gospel According to Mr. ReedEpisode 415: The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Lindsey Medenwaldt about her article, “Consciously Dreaming: A Look at Lucid Dreams”. https://www.equip.org/articles/consciously-dreaming-a-look-at-lucid-dreams/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 434: Another Book About Cults? A Review of J. W. Ocker’s ‘Cult Following’“Another Book About Cults? A Review of J. W. Ocker’s ‘Cult Following’”Episode 409 When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine?When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine?Episode 399: A Review of Dancing For The Devil: The 7M TikTok CultEpisode 390 Enhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and QiEnhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and Qi Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
Everyone seems to take jury service lightly and try to get out of it. But what are biblical reasons why Christians should want to and in fact serve on a jury? This excerpt from Episode 439 of Postmodern Realities Podcast is from a conversation with JOURNAL author and attorney David Hagopian about his film review article, “The ‘Juror #2’ in Everyone.” Read the film review here. https://www.equip.org/articles/the-juror-2-in-everyone/ Listen to full podcast episode here. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/postmodern-realities-podcast-episode-439-the-juror-2-in-everyone--65288080
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Jay Watts about his article ,”Exploring DNR Decisions with Hope”. https://www.equip.org/articles/exploring-do-not-resuscitate-dnr-decisions-with-hope/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 404 A String of Losses for the Pro-Life Movement and Our Message of HopeA String of Losses for the Pro-Life Movement and Our Message of HopeEpisode 381 Christianity is Narrow. It Should Not Impose Its Views On EveryoneChristianity is Better: What Place for the Christian in a Post-Christian Political World?Episode 369 The Roots of Planned ParenthoodThe Roots of Planned ParenthoodEpisode 326 Life After Roe: A Follow UpLife After Roe: A Follow UpEpisode 296 The End of Roe V. WadeThe End of Roe and the Beginning of a New FightDon’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Anne Kennedy about her review article,”Reimagining ‘Snow White’: How Counterfeits Reveal the True”. (Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers for the live-action film Snow White.)This is also part of Anne’s ongoing “Theological Trends Column”. https://www.equip.org/articles/reimagining-snow-white-how-counterfeits-reveal-the-true/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 426 Leaving Church, Finding A Platform: A Look at the Content of Rev KarlaLeaving Church, Finding A Platform: A Look at the Content of Rev KarlaEpisode 419: Richard Hays Changes His Mind About Sexuality and God: A Review of ‘The Wideness of God’s Mercy: Sexuality Within the Biblical Story’Richard Hays Changes His Mind About Sexuality and God: A Review of ‘The Wideness of God’s Mercy: Sexuality Within the Biblical Story’Episode 413: A Christian’s Response to Pastor Lawson’s Moral Failure“A Christian’s Response to Pastor Lawson’s Moral Failure”Episode 402: Blessings and Liberty: The Politics and Religion of David FrenchBlessings and Liberty: The Politics and Religion of David FrenchDon’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author David Hagopian about his review article, “The ‘Juror #2’ in Everyone”. https://www.equip.org/articles/the-juror-2-in-everyone/ [Editor’s Note: WARNING — This article contains significant spoilers for Juror #2, including key plot twists.]Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 048: Not Guilty: A Biblical Case for Ministering to the AccusedNot Guilty: A Biblical Case for Ministering to the Accused Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Alisa Ruddell about her article, “Is Everybody Traumatized, and Do We All Need Therapy?”. Coming Soon!Note: this is a Viewpoint article. Viewpoint articles address relevant contemporary issues in discernment and apologetics from a particular perspective that is usually not shared by all Christians, with the intended result that Christians’ thinking on that issue will be stimulated and enhanced (whether or not people end up agreeing with the author’s opinion).Related articles and podcasts by this author:Podblast is a conversation with Journal author Alisa Ruddell about Beautiful Union by Joshua Ryan Butler. “Beautiful Union by Joshua Ryan Butler and the Trouble with Borrowing Icons Episode 337 What Happened To The Word “WOMAN”?“What Happened To The Word “WOMAN”? Episode 321 Carl Jung and the Modern World’s WoundCarl Jung and the Modern World’s WoundEpisode 307 Raised by Wolves: The Temptation and Trauma of an Android EveRaised by Wolves: The Temptation and Trauma of an Android EveDon’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his article, “What is Truth in ‘Dune: Prophecy’?.” Editor’s Note: This review contains spoilers for Dune: Prophecy.]This is also part of the ongoing column by Cole entitled, Cultural Apologetics. https://www.equip.org/articles/what-is-truth-in-dune-prophecy/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 430: Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’Space Pirates and Treasure Planets: A Review of ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’Episode 425: Film Review: Netflix’s MaryEpisode 420: ‘Heretic’ The Gospel According to Mr. Reed‘Heretic’: The Gospel According to Mr. ReedEpisode 415: The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’Episode 408 “Alien: Romulus”, Risk Aversion, and the Parable of the Big Bad Company“Alien: Romulus”, Risk Aversion, and the Parable of the Big Bad CompanyEpisode 406 Faith, Family, and Fear: The Films of M. Night ShyamalanFaith, Family, and Fear: The Films of M. Night ShyamalanDon’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Doug Groothuis about his article, “Why Read Books?.”This is also part of Doug’s ongoing “Cultural Critique Column”. https://www.equip.org/articles/why-read-books//Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 424 Of God and Dogs, With Constant Reference to Sunny“Of God and Dogs, With Constant Reference to Sunny“Episode 416: The Art of Bracketing in Apologetics: Switching Ground Without Losing GroundThe Art of Bracketing in Apologetics: Switching Ground Without Losing GroundEpisode 401 How Truth WorksHow Truth WorksEpisode 393: Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The TruthRefuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The TruthEpisode 378 New Culture Critique Column: The Christian Self for Troubled Times and Meaning, Work, and the Value of PersonsThe Christian Self for Troubled Times: From Random to RedeemedAnd many more, Dr. Groothuis has written articles for us for over 30 years. Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Melissa Cain Travis about her article, “The Pathos of the Reflective Naturalist: Meaning, Happiness, and Eternity in our Hearts.” https://www.equip.org/articles/the-pathos-of-the-reflective-naturalist-meaning-happiness-and-eternity-in-our-hearts/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 282: Scientific Materialism and the Origin of Life ProblemFacing The Abyss: Scientific Materialism and the Origin of Life ProblemEpisode 238: Scientific Materialist Manifesto: The Pursuit of Meaning in a Godless UniverseScientific Materialist Manifesto: The Pursuit of Meaning in a Godless UniverseEpisode 062: How the Structure and Comprehensibility of the Universe Reveal a Mindful MakerA Grand Cosmic Resonance: How the Structure and Comprehensibility of the Universe Reveal a Mindful MakerDon’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Lindsey Mendenwaldt about her article, “Another Book About Cults? A Review of J. W. Ocker’s ‘Cult Following’”. https://www.equip.org/articles/another-book-about-cults-a-review-of-j-w-ockers-cult-following/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 409 When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine?When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine?Episode 399: A Review of Dancing For The Devil: The 7M TikTok CultEpisode 390 Enhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and QiEnhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and QiEpisode 376 Jeff and Shaleia Divine and Escaping Twin Flames UniverseT.V. Series Review-‘Escaping Twin Flames’: Why People are Falling for the Love CultDon’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Matthew Kennedy about his article, “‘Am I Racist?’ Reveals DEI’s Counterfeit Redemption“.[Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers for Am I Racist?] https://www.equip.org/articles/am-i-racist-reveals-deis-counterfeit-redemption/Related articles and podcasts to this subject:A Study in Sound Reasoning: A Review of ‘All One in Christ: A Catholic Critique of Racism and Critical Race Theory’ by Edward FeserThree Dogmas of Wokeism: The Path to AuthoritarianismHow to Keep Your Job Without Losing Your Soul: A Survival Guide for Diversity TrainingHistory’s Bloody Mess: Why Marxism (and Socialism) Always FailsThe Original “Fight Club”: Understanding the Philosophy of Karl MarxAll Have Not Sinned in Every Way: Racism and Original SinIf Racism is a Myth, Why Do We Keep Addressing RacismPutting Race in Biblical PerspectiveRelated articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 405 Non-Christians, Death, and Comforting the BereavedNon-Christians, Death, and Comforting the BereavedEpisode 391 Who May Come To The Lord’s Table—Eucharistic Welcome And Warning“Who May Come To The Lord’s Table—Eucharistic Welcome And Warning.“Episode 368 Christian Parenting and the Peril of Public School Education“Christian Parenting and the Peril of Public School Education ”Episode 306 Marriage Is about the Gospel: Clarifying the Boundaries of Christian OrthodoxyMarriage is about the Gospel: Clarifying the Boundaries of Christian Orthodoxy Don’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Stephen Mitchell about his article, “Love (Not Rocks) All the Way Down: Horror and Hospitality in ‘The Rime of the Ancient Mariner’ by Samuel Taylor Coleridge”. https://www.equip.org/articles/love-not-rocks-all-the-way-down-horror-and-hospitality-in-the-rime-of-the-ancient-mariner-by-samuel-taylor-coleridge/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 410: The Just Man Justices: A Review of D. C. Schindler’s ‘Retrieving Freedom: The Christian Appropriation of Classical Tradition’The Just Man Justices: A Review of D. C. Schindler’s ‘Retrieving Freedom: The Christian Appropriation of Classical Tradition’Episode 357 Christian Faithfulness Via the Agrarianism of Wendell Berry“How to Love a Neighbor in the Anthropocene: Christian Faithfulness Via the Unsettling Agrarianism of Wendell Berry”Episode 329: Christ or Lucretius: Nature and Nature’s God in the poems of Mary OliverChrist or Lucretius: Nature and Nature’s God in the poems of Mary OliverDon’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author R. Keith Loftin about his article, “John Searle: Unwitting Ally of the Soul”. This is also part of our ongoing Philosophers Series. https://www.equip.org/articles/john-searle-unwitting-ally-of-the-soul/Related articles and podcasts by this author:Episode 407 Consciousness, AI, and the Imago DeiConsciousness, AI, and the Imago DeiEpisode 232 Who Made God?But Who Made God?Swimming Upstream: Why the Natural Law Resists TotalitarianismDon’t miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.
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