Travis Michael Fleming and Dr. Christian Smith continue their conversation on Dr. Smith’s latest book, Why Religion Went Obsolete. They discuss how the decline of American traditional religion (i.e. Christianity) is not attributable to a singular cause but rather a confluence of multifaceted cultural, social, and technological transformations that collectively create a “converging perfect storm.” […] Read More
Christian Smith, Pt. 2
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Read MoreIn their insightful discussion on Christian nationalism, Travis Michael Fleming and Paul D. Miller explore the complex relationship between faith and politics in America, highlighting Dr. Miller’s latest book, The Religion of American Greatness: What’s Wrong with Christian Nationalism. They critically examine the claim that America is a Christian nation, unpacking its historical and ideological […] Read More
The episode delves into the compelling arguments presented in ‘Scrolling Ourselves to Death,’ where the authors contend that the uncritical acceptance of technology within church culture poses existential threats to genuine discipleship. By drawing parallels to Postman’s seminal work, the discussion emphasizes that the medium through which messages are conveyed inexorably alters the messages themselves. […] Read More
Travis Michael Fleming engages in a thoughtful conversation with Brian J. Miller about his influential book, Sanctifying Suburbia. Together, they explore the complex relationship between evangelical faith and the cultural dynamics of suburban life, emphasizing how the environments we inhabit profoundly shape our beliefs and practices. Miller highlights that suburbs, often seen as mere backdrops, […] Read More
