Finding God in Culture

The second of two special episodes about finding God in rock music. Musicians are often the poets of our era. If we pay attention to the lyrics being sung, we might discover a search for God (and even God himself). Join Danny and Drew as the explore a few of their favorite songs.

The first of two special episodes about finding God in rock music. Musicians are often the poets of our era. If we pay attention to the lyrics being sung, we might discover a search for God (and even God himself). Join Danny and Drew as the explore a few of their favorite songs.

In this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman explore themes of God in a variety of cultural and pop culture areas, from addicts on the streets to the Gospel of John. In the last section, they break down the wildly popular show Ted Lasso.

In this episode, Danny Wright talks about some "can't miss shows to stream." He'll explore themes of finding God in the midst of each of them, and why they are worthy of your time.

In this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman explore themes of God in a variety of pop culture areas, from Ed Helm's Together, Together to Malcolm Guite's poetry. In the last section, they break down Makoto Fujimura's book Art + Faith and the importance of finding God through the artist.

The second part of two special episodes about finding God on the road. The road seems to be something we're drawn to, something we pursue, and something that continues to appear in every form of art. Why is this the case and where might God be in the midst of it all? Danny Wright and Drew Thurman chat through these themes and how travel might be a spiritual discipline.

The first of two special episodes about finding God on the road. The road seems to be something we're drawn to, something we pursue, and something that continues to appear in every form of art. Why is this the case and where might God be in the midst of it all? Danny Wright and Drew Thurman chat through these themes and how travel might be a spiritual discipline.

In this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman explore themes of God in a variety of pop culture areas, from Pixar's Soul to Kelly's Cuoco's The Flight Attendant. In the last section, they break down the Matthew McConaughey's book Greenlights and the spirituality of one of our movie icons.

**Please excuse some of the technical difficulties due to internet connection.** In this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman explore themes of of God in a variety of pop culture, from Justin Bieber's newest music video to Russell Crowe in "Unhinged." In the last section, they break down the slew of art connected to Fred Rogers and the increasing interest surrounding his life and work.

In this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman break down Acts 17 and how important it is to understand that in God "we live and move and have our being." With that framework in place, they explore a number of popular themes in television, music, and movies they've encountered. Danny also reviews the movie "End of the Tour." Finally, the two discuss David Dark's book, "Everyday Apocalypse," and talk about why it is such an important read.

The inaugural episode of the Finding God in Culture Podcast! Danny Wright and Drew Thurman are your hosts for an ongoing exploration of God and the creative ways he keeps showing up around us. We have our eyes open in books, media, art, entertainment, and our everyday lives for where we will discover his presence. In this episode we lay the groundwork for the podcast, define culture, and talk about approaches to engagement.

Welcome to the beginning of a new podcast journey with Danny Wright and Drew Thurman. We believe along with Elizabeth Barrett Browning that: “Earth's crammed with heaven, And every common bush afire with God, But only he who sees takes off his shoes; The rest sit round and pluck blackberries.” Join us as we search culture to encounter and find the recurring messages of God that are revealed in the expected, but especially the unexpected ways.