A Systems Approach to Faith and Pluralism - Michael Trice
Michael Trice combines theological training with an executive MBA to engage business leaders, nonprofits, and diverse religious communities. As founding director of Seattle University's Center for Ecu...
15 Dec 20251h 1min
Beyond Belief: Considering the World's Religious "Nones" - Jonathan Evans
The religiously unaffiliated, often called "nones", represent one of the fastest-growing segments of populations across North America, Europe, and beyond. Jonathan Evans, Senior Researcher at Pew Rese...
15 Nov 202548min
Breaking Records and Building Bridges: A Tale of Religious Diversity - Vicki Garlock
In September 2025, Vicki Garlock set a Guinness World Record by visiting 185 places of worship in Chicago in just one month. But this wasn't just about breaking a record—it was about experiencing the ...
15 Okt 202551min
From Theory to Practice: Academic Expertise and Counter-Extremism - Damon Berry
Dr. Damon Berry, associate professor of religious studies at St. Lawrence University, regularly consults with federal law enforcement agencies including the FBI and FBI’s BAU-1 (Behavioral Analysis U...
15 Sep 202551min
Since You Asked: More on Our Methods and Mission
In this episode, Institute for Religious and Cultural Understanding Director Chip Gruen becomes the guest as producer Christine Flicker poses questions drawn from audience feedback. The conversation e...
15 Aug 202551min
Mysticism and Crisis - Hartley Lachter
Esoteric elements are present in many religious traditions, where discourses of secrecy help reinforce identity and fulfill important social and cultural roles within religious communities. Our guest,...
15 Juli 202552min
At the Crossroads of Journalism and Faith - Sharlee DiMenichi
How do religious journalists navigate the intersection of faith values and public issues? Sharlee DiMenichi of Friends Journal discusses her reporting on a variety of contemporary issues, including Qu...
15 Juni 202542min
Analytical Approaches to Pagan Worldviews - Eric Steinhart
On this episode of ReligionWise Philosophy Professor Eric Steinhart joins us to discuss how his work on contemporary paganism challenges traditional boundaries in the philosophy of religion. We consid...
15 Maj 202557min
