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Homebrewed Christianity
Our goal is to bring the wisdom of the academy's ivory tower into your earbuds. Think of each episode as an audiological ingredient for your to brew your own faith. Most episodes center around an interview with a different scholar, theologian, or philosopher.
Episodes
Homebrewed ChristianityMark Vernon: Spiritual Intelligence & the Evolution of Religion
In this episode, I am joined by Mark Vernon to discuss the relationship between spirituality, science, and meaning in the modern world. Mark explores how our…
Homebrewed ChristianityJohn Dominic Crossan: Paul, Josephus, & the Challenge of Nonviolent Resistance
In this session, biblical scholar John Dominic Crossan examines the fundamental conflict between two competing visions in the ancient world: divine deliverance…
Homebrewed ChristianityKevin Hart: Phenomenology & the Crisis of Attention
In this thought-provoking episode, I am joined by theologian and philosopher Kevin Hart to discuss the nature of contemplation in both religious and secular…
Homebrewed ChristianityMatthew Novenson: Paul and Judaism at the End of History
In this episode, Dr. Matthew Novenson returns to the podcast after his move from the University of Edinburgh to Princeton Theological Seminary. We discuss his…
Homebrewed ChristianityJohn Dominic Crossan: Paul, Rome, & the Violent Normalcy of Civilization
In this session, biblical scholar Dominic Crossan examines the fundamental conflict between two visions of peace in the ancient world. He contrasts Augustus'…
Homebrewed ChristianityThe Allure of the Screen and the Erosion of the Soul: Smartphones, Fascination, and the Call to Contemplation
This is an audio version of an essay on my substack, Process This. In it, I explore the tension between contemplation and fascination in the digital age…
Homebrewed ChristianityUlises Mejias: Data Colonialism
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Ulises Mejias, Professor of Communication Studies and Director of the Institute for Global Engagement at the State University…
Homebrewed ChristianityJohn Dominic Crossan: Paul & the Fictional History of Luke-Acts
In this episode, I am joined by renowned biblical scholar John Dominic Crossan for an exploration of the relationship between Paul and Luke in early Christian…
Homebrewed ChristianityMatthew Thiessen: the Jewish Paul
In this episode, Tripp hosts New Testament scholar Matthew Thiessen to discuss his book on The Jewish Paul and explore a fresh understanding of Paul's letters…
Homebrewed ChristianityKurt Gray: Decoding Outrage
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Kurt Gray, a psychologist specializing in the nature of outrage and its impact on culture. Our conversation centers around…
Homebrewed ChristianityJohn Dominic Crossan: Paul & Thecla
In the inaugural live stream of the class Paul the Pharisee: Faith and Politics in a Divided World, John Dominic Crossan joins me to dig into the radical…
Homebrewed ChristianityRyan Burge: Distrust & Denominations
In this episode, I am joined by political scientist Ryan Burge for an engaging conversation about his fascinating data on religious decline and the rise of the…
Homebrewed ChristianityLance Grande: The Evolution of Religions: A History of Related Traditions
In this episode, I am joined by evolutionary biologist and curatorial scientist Dr. Lance Grande. Lance shares insights from his extensive career examining the…
Homebrewed ChristianityFor Frodo! - Tolkien Camp Time
Join us for a special episode recorded live at Theology Beer Camp, as we head to Middle Earth with our resident Tolkien Head, Nick Polk and renowned Tolkien…
Homebrewed ChristianityGerardo Marti: Sociology & the Crisis of Meaning
In this episode, we welcome back the sociologist of religion, Gerardo Marti, to explore modern culture's dynamic and complex spiritual crisis. Inspired by a…
Homebrewed ChristianityManifesting America: MAGA & the New Civil Religion
This is an audio version of an essay on my substack, Process This. The essay explores the evolving spiritual landscape of America, noting the decline of…
Homebrewed ChristianityAsk JC Anything with John Dominic Crossan
Legendary New Testament scholar John Dominic Crossan joined me in answering a bunch of different questions from the Homebrewed Community, and it was some…
Homebrewed ChristianityPhilip Goff: Finding Faith and Cosmic Purpose
In this episode, philosopher Philip Goff returns to the podcast to discuss a variety of stimulating topics, including the meaning of life as heretical…
Homebrewed ChristianityAaron Simmons: The Paradox of Democracy & What Comes Next
In this episode, philosopher Aaron Simmons returns for an intriguing discussion on the complexities of sustaining democracy. The conversation spans various…
Homebrewed ChristianityRuben Rosario Rodriguez: Theology, Liberation, & The Reformed Tradition
In the episode, Ruben Rosario Rodriguez joins the podcast to discuss his unique blend of the reformed tradition and liberation theology, from his personal…
Homebrewed ChristianityThe New Colonialism: Power, Data, and the Transformation of Human Experience
This is an audio version of an essay on my substack, Process This. The essay explores how digital platforms have transformed human experience into a new form…
Homebrewed ChristianityJeremy Fackenthal: History & the Messianic in Walter Benjamin
In this episode, I am joined by philosopher, filmmaker, and longtime friend Dr. Jeremy Fackenthal as we dive into the intricate philosophy of Walter Benjamin…
Homebrewed ChristianityMatthew Segall: the Meaning Crisis in Process
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Matthew Segall to explore the 'meaning crisis' in Western culture. The conversation covers historical forces and cultural…
Homebrewed ChristianityRyan Burge: Trust, Religion and a functioning democracy
In this episode, Dr. Ryan Burge returns with some new graphs about religion and entertaining asides. We end up exploring a multitude of topics, from…
Homebrewed ChristianityVictoria Barnett: Dietrich Bonhoeffer & Our Times
How does one read the signs of the times? What does it mean to resist? How do we engage faithfully in the struggle? Dietrich Bonhoeffer has achieved iconic…
Homebrewed ChristianityThe Ground of Being & the Becoming of God or Tillich & Process
This episode gives you a taste of what happens on the Theology Nerd stage at Theology Beer Camp. These super-nerdy breakout sessions are based on suggestions…
Homebrewed ChristianityCelebrating the Life & Thought of John Cobb
We just lost John Cobb months before his 100th birthday. In this episode, Philip Clayton joins me for a conversation to celebrate his life and thought. My…
Homebrewed ChristianityJoerg Rieger: Why Religion Matters Now
In this episode, I am joined by theologian and ethicist Dr. Joerg Rieger. In the conversation, we explore critiques of religion in the public square, its…
Homebrewed ChristianityWhitehead’s Universe: a Guide to Thinking Process
My friend and philosopher, Dr. Andrew Davis, is back on the podcast to bring us a stellar introduction to Alfred North Whitehead's Process philosophy. “Process…
Homebrewed ChristianityA Tripp-y Tutorial: The Romance of Learning & Tripp’s Elevator Pitch for Philosophy
In this episode, I team up with our producer, Josh Gilbert, for an experimental format inspired by our podcast planning sessions, where Josh often brings up…
Homebrewed ChristianityGrace Ji-Sun Kim: When God Became White
In this episode, Grace Ji-Sun Kim discusses her provocative new book, When God Became White. We delve into challenging topics like the implications of a…
Homebrewed ChristianityDavid Congdon: Demythologizing Advent
In this episode, Dr. David Congdon joins me to discuss Rudolf Bultmann and his Advent preaching. He is infamous for his “demythologizing” approach to…
Homebrewed ChristianityJohn Thatamanil: Tillich and the Advent of New Being
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. John Thatamanil to discuss how Paul Tillich’s theology understands God’s relationship to history and incarnation. We…
Homebrewed ChristianityReggie Williams: Is this a Bonhoeffer Moment?
In this episode, I am joined by my partner in The Rise of Bonhoeffer, Dr. Jeffrey Pugh, for a profound conversation with theologian, ethicist, and Bonhoeffer…
Homebrewed ChristianityAndrew Root: Incarnation as Resistance
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Andrew Root to delve into the Advent sermons of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, discussing the context and impact of his work. We…
Homebrewed ChristianityTravis McMaken: Karl Barth & The Incarnation
In this episode, Travis McMacken joins the fun as we explore the life and theology of Karl Barth, the original crisis theologian. In this insightful…
Homebrewed ChristianityTheopoetics: What We Talk About When We Talk About God
What do we talk about when we talk about God? There are so many problems with the inherited concept, language, and vision of God, that ‘god’ might just need a…
Homebrewed ChristianitySimon Critchley: Mysticism & Humanity
In this episode, I got to talk with Simon Critchley about his new book Mysticism. We delve into Critchley's journey towards exploring mysticism, his…
Homebrewed ChristianityEleanor McLaughlin: Bonhoeffer's Unconscious Christianity: Engaging with a World Come of Age
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Eleanor McLaughlin, author of Unconscious Christianity and Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Late Theology. We discuss Bonhoeffer's…
Homebrewed ChristianityAndrew Root: Life Together in Turmoil & Bonhoeffer's Experiment in Community
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Andrew Root. We discuss Dietrich Bonhoeffer and his time in the experimental underground seminary at Finkenwalde. This…
Homebrewed ChristianityJoshua Mauldin: Barth, Bonhoeffer, and Crisis of Modernity
In this episode, I am joined by theologian, ethicist, and Associate Director of the Center of Theological Inquiry at Princeton, Dr. Joshua Mauldin. We delve…
Homebrewed ChristianityThe Interlocking Crises of Religion & Democracy: Garry Dorrien, Diana Butler Bass, & Robert C. Jones
In this episode, we bring you a deep and reflective conversation from Theology Beer Camp focusing on the interlocking crises of democracy and religion in…
Homebrewed ChristianityTodd Komarnicki: Director of the Bonhoeffer Film
In this episode, I am joined by writer and director Todd Komarnicki to discuss his upcoming movie, Bonhoeffer. Komarnicki discusses the grueling yet rewarding…
Homebrewed ChristianityA Philosopher & Ethicist Process This Election
Philosopher Dr. Aaron Simmons & ethicist Dr. Kevin Carnahan join me for a powerful and enlightening conversation. These two friends and scholars attempt to…
Homebrewed ChristianityDavid Congdon: Who Is a True Christian?: Contesting Religious Identity in American Culture
In this thought-provoking episode, I am joined by Dr. David Congdon to discuss his new book tackling the complex question of what defines a true Christian. The…
Homebrewed ChristianityPaul Capetz: Protestantism’s Radical Insight from Luther to Bultmann
In this episode, Tripp sits down with returning guest Paul Capetz, a historical theologian and Methodist minister, to discuss his new compelling book on the…
Homebrewed ChristianityGustavo Gutiérrez Remembered
So many of us have been challenged and shaped by the witness and work of Gustavo Gutiérrez, the Father of Liberation Theology. Few theologians have shaped…
Homebrewed ChristianityKester Brewin: Artificial Intelligence Wrap Up
In this episode, I am joined by Kester Brewin, my partner, for the first Process This series on Artificial Intelligence. Here we wrap-up our series of…
Homebrewed ChristianityLogan Isaac: Finding Community for Veterans
On this episode, I am joined by Logan Isaac, a veteran, theologian, and ethicist, to discuss the intricate relationship between the church and veterans. This…
Homebrewed ChristianityNazi Idolatry & the German Church Struggle
This episode of The Rise of Bonhoeffer explores Dietrich Bonhoeffer's experiences after returning to Germany. Transformed by his time in New York City, he…
Homebrewed ChristianityRachel Adams: AI in Relationship to Humanity
I am thrilled about this episode in the ongoing Process This series on Artificial Intelligence. In this episode, my series co-host and author of God-Like: A…
Homebrewed ChristianityBonhoeffer in America: the Call Beyond Nationalism
In this episode of The Rise of Bonhoeffer, we journey with Dietrich to New York City for a year as a Postdoctoral post at Union Theological Seminary. This…
Homebrewed ChristianityHartmut Rosa: Being at Home in the World
I am thrilled to share my conversation with the renowned sociologist Hartmut Rosa. It was a unique and thought-provoking dialogue delving into the intricacies…
Homebrewed ChristianityIlia Delio: Thinking Theologically about AI with Teilhard de Chardin
In this episode, Ilia Delio returns to discuss Teilhard de Chardin's philosophy and its relevance to current technological advancements, specifically…
Homebrewed ChristianitySearching for Bonhoeffer: The Journey from Myth to Man
Join Dr. Jeffrey Pugh & Dr. Tripp Fuller as they delve into the complex life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. The story flashes forward to a powerful juxtaposition: on…
Homebrewed ChristianityBrent Waters: Return to Humanity & Ethical AI
Dr. Brent Waters returns to the podcast to examine the profound ethical questions arising from technological advancements and their intersection with theology…
Homebrewed ChristianityWill the Real Bonhoeffer Please Stand Up?
In this episode, Tripp is joined by Dr. Jeffrey Pugh to introduce an eight-part audio documentary series on Dietrich Bonhoeffer, exploring his life, theology…
Homebrewed ChristianitySamuel Davidson: Deep Ecology Meets Deep Ecclesiology
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Samuel Davidson to explore an ecological vision for the church through the integration of deep ecology and deep…
Homebrewed ChristianityRolf Jacobson & Tony Jones: Wild Places with Israel's God
In this live recording, Tripp, Tony, and Rolf discuss Tony's book 'God of Wild Places' and its themes of encountering the sacred in nature and embracing risk…
Homebrewed ChristianitySir Christopher Pissarides: AI & Change in the Labour Market
I am thrilled about this episode in the ongoing Process This series on Artificial Intelligence. In this episode, my series co-host and author of God-Like: A…