Podcast appearances and mentions of Christian Smith

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 18 juillet 2026

What does Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Australia, New Zealand, and Indonesia mean for India, China, and the rest of the Indo-Pacific? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss how Modi's tour signals a strategic pivot for India, how geography and common security interests can be leveraged to buffer China, and what this loose anti-China framework means for the broader geopolitical system. Also: Chinese countermoves. Pakistan looks west. Episode recorded on July 14, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 11 juillet 2026

This week's NATO summit in Turkey left big questions about the war in Iran and America's role in European defense. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the US-Iran ceasefire breakdown, NATO and the European collective defense dilemma, and Turkey's geopolitical rise and impact on the shifting realities in the region. Episode recorded on July 9, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Christian joins Daryl to talk about Quasar's visit to a muscle daddy and his world!

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world. 

Every church tells a story. The question is: Is it the right one? In this episode, Loren Richmond Jr. talks with sociologist Joel Thiessen about The Stories Congregations Tell, a research project exploring why some churches flourish through seasons of transition while others struggle. Drawing on case studies from congregations across Canada, Thiessen argues that the stories churches tell about their past, present, and future profoundly shape their identity, leadership, and mission. The conversation explores how congregations develop a healthy sense of identity without becoming trapped by nostalgia, why flourishing is about far more than numerical growth, and how local churches are constantly shaped by the wider cultural stories surrounding them. Thiessen also explains why sociology can help churches understand themselves more honestly—not to replace theology, but to deepen it. Whether your church is growing, plateauing, or navigating significant change, this conversation offers practical wisdom for understanding the narratives that shape congregational life—and how a healthier story can lead to a healthier future. Together they explore: Why every congregation tells a story—and why it matters How churches connect their past, present, and future The cultural stories shaping congregational life How churches develop resilience through seasons of change The importance of intergenerational community How churches can resist the "bigger is better" mindset Practical ways congregations can discover and live into their own story Joel Thiessen is Professor of Sociology, Chair of the Social Sciences Department, and Director of the Flourishing Congregations Institute at Ambrose University in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He is a sociologist of religion who specializes in religion in Canada, religious nones, congregations, millennials, and more recently, death and dying.   Mentioned Resources:

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 4 juillet 2026

Check out my Tronic Radio on your favorite streaming platforms here: https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast Be sure to check out Yuuki Yoshiyama's new Common Ground single (incl.Christian Smith remix) out now on Tronic: https://ffm.to/tr570 1.Yuuki Yoshiyama - ID 2.Simon Doty - Fuzz Ruckus (Extended) 3.George Privatti, Derek Muller - CHOPPED (Extended Mix) 4.Umberto Pagliaroli - I See You (Extended) 5.Danny Wild, Nataly K - Jingo 6.Yuuki Yoshiyama – Identity (Extended Mix) 7.Skuro, Blake Light, Mia Mendi - Jungle 8.Township Rebellion, Fab Massimo - Labyrinth 9.Yuuki Yoshiyama - ID 10.Yuuki Yoshiyama - ID 11.Jon Rundell - Wildcat 12.Yuuki Yoshiyama - Common Ground (Extended Mix) 13.Echonomist - Dominator 14.Astro aka Akihisa Takahashi - Reshiram 15.Inner City, Simone Zino - Good Life 16.ID/Yuuki Yoshiyama 17.Pascal FEOS - I Can Feel That (Christian Smith & Drunken Kong Remix) 18.Yuuki Yoshiyama - Common Ground (Christian Smith Remix) This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

Will a Russian energy crisis finally lead to a negotiated settlement, or are we headed towards nuclear war? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss Ukrainian target shifts toward energy infrastructure and their impact on Russia's already fragile economy, the impending political crisis inside the Kremlin, and the viability of Russia's potential next steps, including "tactical" nukes, Belarusian involvement, and fully mobilizing reserve forces. Episode recorded on June 29, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 27 juin 2026

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Tonight - Keir Starmer resigns, England draws against Ghana in the FIFA World Cup, and the UK and Europe are sweltering through a heatwave.

Réécoutez FG Underground avec Christian Smith du samedi 20 juin 2026

Is the US-Iran agreement a real move toward peace or just a fragile memorandum? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the "deal" and pause in hostilities, the shifting regional dynamics and military forces at play, and how each nation's internal political pressures could lead us straight back to war. Also: the advantage of defense; the US-Israel divide. Episode recorded on June 17, 2026. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: .Sermon OutlineJesus prepares his disciples for missionWhat Jesus wants to give usWhat Jesus wants us to expectWhat Jesus wants to do through usSermon QuestionsNavigating Cultural Pressures. The sermon describes how cultural pressure points—for example, “hustle culture," the Digital Revolution, "intensive parenting”—have thinned our capacity to sit in silence and meaningfully connect with an ancient way of life like the way of Jesus. Which of these (or other) cultural shifts do you feel most "pummeled" by in your daily life, and how does it affect your ability to engage with your Jesus and your church family?Developing the Shepherd's Perspective. Jesus looked at the "harassed and helpless" and saw “ripe fruit clamoring to be picked.” When you look at the people in your life, do you tend to see problems to be avoided, or an opportunity share the love of Christ? What is one practical way you can ask God to "clear your eyes" to see people as He does this week?More than "Good, Nice, and Happy.” To the extent the church has seen its job as making people "good, nice, and happy,” the church has failed to wrestle with darkness, suffering, and brokenness. How can we, as a small group, move beyond "niceness" to support one another through dark times? How might we use the psalms of lament (e.g., Psalms 13, 22, 44, 88, 130)?Expecting the Unexpected in Mission. Jesus suggests that while some who are religiously self-satisfied may reject his message, the "afflicted"—the used, abused, and reviled—often receive it with joy. Have you ever been surprised by who was open to hearing about your faith versus who was hostile? How does thinking of mission as "Jesus doing His thing through us" change how you feel about the possibility of being rejected?Resources ConsultedErasmo Leiva-Merikakis,Fire of Mercy, Heart of the Word: Meditations on the Gospel According to St. Matthew (Ignatius, 1996)Peter Leithart, "Jesus as Israel: The Typological Structure of Matthew's Gospel"Christian Smith, Why Religion Went Obsolete: The Demise of Traditional Faith in America (Oxford, 2026)R.J. Snell, "Life in the Ruins: Keeping Faith within the Immanent Frame" (a bit more on Charles Taylor and the immanent frame)Robert Mariani, "American Diner Gothic" and "Vibing in the Ruins," The New Atlantis (Winter 2025 / Spring 2026)Eugene Peterson, The Pastor: A Memoir (HarperOne, 2011)Steven D. Smith, "The Pagan City, the Christian City, and the Secular City" (note especially pp.10–13)Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Sam Fornecker ().

Hypnotised Radio 154 Fractious Guest Mix Show: Hypnotised Radio Artist: Warren Scott Guest: Fractious Air Date: 11 June 2026 Genre: Techno / Raw Techno / Hypnotic Techno / Hardgroove This week we have another exciting guest mix, we have UK based Fractious (Stephen Garrett) who has firmly fitted himself into the international techno community, providing his own unique blend of groove based RAW/Hypnotic techno. Having caught the attention of Christian Smith, he immediately signed him to his powerhouse label Tronic and a few months after selected for the annual Tronic Allstars VA. Kevin Saunderson followed suit signing Fractious to his KMS Records, Hertz to SWAY, Unrilis, Planet Rhythm's Special Series and his release on Kaiserdisco's label KD RAW seen big support from Carl Cox, Truncate and Tiger Stripes on his Drumcode Radio mix also smashing the Beatport Techno Hype Charts at no. 5!! Fractious has seen a string of top 10's over the last few years which is a testament to his hard work and passion for techno!! Fractious is kept busy in the studio and his gig calendar with bookings around the globe, touring Indian and also cities such as London, Helsinki, Paris, Oslo, Las Vegas, Amsterdam, Dublin to name a few Tracklist: 1) NØRBAK - Capa [TOKEN] 2) Chlär - Volte Face [PRIMAL INSTINCT] 3) Klint - Shadow Ritual [ARTS] 4) Oscar Sanchez - Jeepers [RAW WORX] 5) Hiago Pauli - Propaganda [SPECIAL SERIES] 6) Fractious - Quiet Fury [UNRELEASED] 7) Klint - Game Theory [ARTS] 8) Fractious - Rough Justice [RAW WORX] 9) NØRBAK - Leveza [TOKEN] 10) Oscar Sanchez - Zero Contact [RAW WORX] 11) SYM - Bloody Tower [SPECIAL SERIES] 12) Fractious - Death of Truth [EQUAL] 13) Kabay - Morph [CLERGY] 14) Lee Osborne (CA) - Inception (Fractious Remix) [RAW WORX] 15) Hiago Pauli - Camada [SPECIAL SERIES] 16) SYM - Apathetic Boy [SPECIAL SERIES] 17) Fractious - Paper Tiger [UNRELEASED] 18) Fractious - Cluster Prism [UNRELEASED] 19) Duniz - Holy [RAW WORX] 20) Fractious - Soul Saver UNRELEASED] Originally broadcast on Data Transmission Radio. Listen live and explore the archive: https://radio.datatransmission.co

The US is divided at home and gridlocked abroad. Is the chaos a sign of decline or just the normal process of American progress? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss how underestimating the US led to D-Day, the myth of American decline, and how historical cycles can predict the process of US reinvention. Also: foreign policy shifts and competition with China. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Does Trump's tirade to Netanyahu signal the fracture of the historic alliance between the United States and Israel? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the evolution of US-Israeli relations, their diverging interests in the Middle East, and how Israel's strategic burden spells trouble for regional accommodation. Also: Netanyahu's political future. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Check out my Tronic Radio on your favorite streaming platforms here: https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast/ Be sure to check out Gai Barone's remix of Christian Smith's L'Amour Toujours out now on Tronic. 01.Gai Barone - Kromakay 02.Gai Barone & Kasey Taylor - Light Deliberations 03.Greg Matthew - Interwoven (Gai Barone Remix) [Dreaming Awake] 04.ID 05.Gai Barone & Luke Brancaccio feat Kiki - All I Need (Hernan Cattaneo & Mercurio Remix) [Music To Die For] 06.Gai Barone - All About Her 07.ID 08.QuiQui, Thom Rich - Victorious (Gai Barone Darkside Remix) 09.Christian Smith - L'Amour Toujours (Gai Barone Remix) [Tronic] 10.Ben Summers - It Ain't right (Gai Barone Closing Time Remix) [ASTIR] This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

Why did religion decline in America—and was it really driven by hostility toward faith? In this episode, Loren talks with sociologist Christian Smith about his book Why Religion Went Obsolete and the cultural, technological, and institutional changes that reshaped American religion over the last several decades. Smith, well known for coining the term “moralistic therapeutic deism,” argues that religion did not simply decline or get pushed out by secularism—it became culturally obsolete. The conversation explores Smith's argument that the early 1990s marked a major cultural turning point, driven by technological shifts, generational change, and evolving social expectations. Rather than abandoning spirituality altogether, many Americans sought meaning, identity, and transcendence elsewhere—in politics, digital communities, sports, and forms of what Smith calls “re-enchantment culture.” They also discuss the continuing influence of moralistic therapeutic deism, the role of scandal and self-inflicted wounds within religious institutions, and why Christianity's challenges may be more internal and cultural than simply ideological or political. Together they explore: The lasting influence of moralistic therapeutic deism Why 1991 marked a cultural tipping point “Re-enchantment” and the rise of alternative spiritualities Religious scandal and Christianity's self-inflicted wounds Why authenticity matters for younger generations Politics, polarization, and religion's public witness What churches can learn from cultural change and loneliness Christian Smith is the William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Sociology Emeritus and Founding Director of the Center for the Study of Religion and Society at the University of Notre Dame. Smith is well known for his research focused on religion, adolescents and emerging adults, and social theory. Smith received his MA and PhD from Harvard University in 1990 and his BA from Gordon College in 1983. He was a Professor of Sociology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for 12 years before his move to Notre Dame. Mentioned Resources:

A brand new episode of Element Sessions is here! This month we journey through two very different energies across two hours of underground house music. Hour 1 — Ascension Lifting off with deep progressive and melodic house vibes featuring music from Henry Saiz, Christian Smith, Pablo Gargano, Ezequiel Arias and more. Expect hypnotic grooves, emotional melodies and driving rhythms built for late-night listening. Hour 2 — Ignition Turning up the heat with an uplifting mix of house and tech house featuring tracks from Mark Knight, Tony Romera, Marshall Jefferson, Patrick Topping and more. Big energy, infectious grooves and pure dancefloor momentum from start to finish. Lock in, turn it up and enjoy the ride! PART ONE - ASCENSION Everything in Its Right Place - twofaced., ELEVEN (FR)  Madre Noche (Mariano Mellino Remix) - Henry Saiz Golden Point - Christian Smith Thread (Extended Mix) - Redspace, Olven Vector - Tom Bryder Midnight Shadows - Pablo Gargano Keep Movin' On - Ivory (IT) Beautiful Chaos - XAVI st Prisma (Extended Mix) - Durante, Ezequiel Arias  Sands of Time - Rauschhaus, Noise Generation Castaneda (Extended Mix) - Redspace, S.Y.M  Dream Controller (Extended Mix) - Durante, Ezequiel Arias PART TWO - IGNITION Shut It Down (Extended Mix) - Mark Knight, Rome Fortune, Pietro Waste My Time (Extended Mix) - Tony Romera Watch out Now (Extended Mix) - Marshall Jefferson, Tim Sanders Chicago Baby (Extended Mix) - Felix Da Housecat, Benny Benassi  This Is House (Extended Mix) - Gene Farris, Eden Prince  Out The Door (Extended Mix) - James Hurr, Wh0 Circo Loco (Extended Mix) - DJ PP Love Me (Extended Mix) - Patrick Topping Can U Feel That (Extended Mix) - Shiba San President House (Extended Mix) - Roland Clark, MistaJam  The Connection (Extended Mix) - SOSA (UK) Club Muzik (Extended Mix) - Sam Divine Right Move (Extended Mix) - Wade Let's Jack (Extended Mix) - Piero Pirupa In Da Jungle (Extended Mix) - BLOND:ISH

History echoes as the US increases pressure on Cuba once again. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss Cuba's unique place in American geopolitics, the cause and potential outcome of the current crisis, and how Cuba fits into the US's new Western Hemisphere strategy. Also: Cuban parallels to other island nations. Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and access the first issue for free at https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/. Learn more about GPF and subscribe to our free newsletter at http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter.

Tonight - Arsenal win the league, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is facing some heat, and a massive breakthrough in the Grenfell Tower Fire. 

Is global power built on tanks and treaties, or trade and technology? Introducing your view of the global economy through the lens of geopolitics, GeoEconomic Lens. In this exclusive clip from ClubGPF's Podcast+, Senior Analyst and Chief GeoEconomist Antonia Colibasanu joins host Christian Smith for a primer on geoeconomics and the new offering, the vulnerabilities of global economic interdependence, and the distinction between static and dynamic power.  Learn more about GeoEconomic Lens and get access to our inaugural issue for FREE, available now: https://geopoliticalfutures.com/lens/introducing-lens/

The Title Was Too Easy To Pick It felt like it had been 84 years since NYCFC won an MLS game. But it had only been seven regular season games and the only two victories were in the US Open Cup. Finally NYCFC broke out of their slump against a struggling Columbus Crew to slide back up the Eastern Conference table. This week Christian Smith fills in for J.R. with Mike and Mike as the three talk about Jansen’s coaching styles, the team’s response to the run of poor results and of course the hat trick by Hannes Wolf.

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

With the US, Russia, China, and Europe all at strategic crossroads, the new global geopolitical order is starting to show itself. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss Russia's internal crises and strategic pivot, the upcoming summit and future of US-China rapprochement, and how Europe is critical not only to Russia's future but to the entire global system. This episode of Talking Geopolitics was recorded on May 11, 2026. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

Is Putin looking to Trump for a lifeline? How does last week's phone call between the leaders actually signal Russian weakness? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the geopolitical implications of the meeting, Russia's economic deterioration and internal instability, and what a post-Putin Russia might look like. Also: US troop withdrawals and shifting global alliances. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

Check out my Tronic Radio on your favorite streaming platforms here: https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast/ 01.Christian Smith – Juicy Pad 02.Angel Alanis – Do You Like The Way You Feel When You Shake? 03.A.D.N.Y. & Moonchild – Falling 04.G-Flame – Take Me Back 05.Gaetano Parisio – The Preface 06.Junior Sanchez & Christian Smith – United Groove 07.Santos Rodriguez – Road To Rio 08.Samuel L Sessions – You Make Me Shiver 09.Michel De Hey Vs. Grooveyard – Compound 10.The Hacker – Fadin' Away (Oxia Remix) 11.Trevor Rockcliffe Featuring Blake Baxter– Visions Of You (Smith & Selway Remix) 12.Christian Smith – Mojito 13.Zeta Reticula – EP2 14.K-Alexy Shelby – Club M.C.M. (Sterac Remix) 15.Ben Sims – Manipulated (Adam Beyer Remix) 16.Christian Smith & John Selway – Endzone 17.DJ Shufflemaster – A1 18.UK Gold– Agent Wood (Ben Long Remix) 19.DJ Rob Little – Pulsate (DJ HMC Remix) 20.Chester Beatty – Levanon (B1) 21.Ben Sims – The Dubs 22.Oliver Ho – From Modern To Ancient 23.Adam Beyer – Remainings III (Thomas Krome Remix) This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

This month we take off with Ascension — a full hour of progressive and melodic house designed to lift you higher. Expect deep, driving energy and emotional textures featuring sounds from Guy J, Christian Smith, Monika Kruse, Roland Clark and more. Then we turn up the heat with Ignition — an uplifting second hour packed with house and tech house grooves to keep you moving. Featuring tracks from Nic Fanciulli, James Hurr, CamelPhat, Eats Everything and more. Two journeys. One session. Press play and let the elements take control. #ElementSessions #HouseMusic #TechHouse #ProgressiveHouse #DJMix PART ONE - ASCENSION The Underground - Roland Clark, Kadosh (ofc), à Dieu Selector - Guy J C Moon - Maze 28 Spawn - Soulmade (AR) Tremor - Nicolas Viana Death of Disco (Extended Mix) - Rolo Green Illusion (Ezequiel Arias Remix) - Christian Smith Sabi - Mayro I See You - Peter Makto, Matthew Sona Luvsucka (Tantum Remix) - Monika Kruse, Voodooamt Animals (Jerome Isma-Ae Remix) - Nihil Young, Zy Khan, Madison Palmer PART TWO - IGNITION  Love Dancing (Extended Mix) - Mixed Signals  Revolution (Extended Mix) - Nic Fanciulli Gitanita (James Hurr Extended Mix) - James Hurr, Sandra Carrasco, STBAN, Josemi Carmona Can You Feel It (Extended) - Todd Terry, CLS, Janika Tenn, Eddie Craig  Jockin (Extended Mix) - CamelPhat, Rafael Cerato Come To Me (Extended Mix) - Thomas Newson Perfect Love (Extended Mix) - Alaia & Gallo Don't Stop (Extended Mix) - CamelPhat, Rafael Cerato, Amarha Free Your Mind (Extended Mix) - Cloonee, Prospa  Can't Stop The Feeling - Riva Starr A Good Time with House Music (Tom Novy & Chris Trucher Deeper Ride) - Tom Novy, Chris Trucher  Rock the Beat (Extended) - Vintage Culture, OMRI. Bass (Sharam Jey, Frey Remix) - Sharam Jey, Chemical Surf, ILLUSIONIZE One More - (Solomun Extended Remix) - Solomun, Ad-Apt, Max Styler Slippin' (Extended Mix) - TCTS, Soma (AU) Make Some Noise (Extended Mix) - Eats Everything     

What does the multi-billion-dollar warship deal between Japan and Australia say about the new geopolitical order forming in the Pacific? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the landmark defense cooperation, its impact on regional power dynamics, and how it may alter the posture of major players like China and the US. Also discussed: the future of oil dependency. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

A ceasefire is in place, but negotiations are once again breaking down over the conflict in Iran. Are we any closer to a long-term solution? On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the stalled negotiations, the impacts of the US blockade on Iranian ports, and why this new strategy could be more about China than Iran for Donald Trump. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comIn this episode of Faithful Politics, Will Wright and Pastor Josh Burtram sit down with sociologists Michael Emerson and Glenn Bracey to unpack the core ideas behind their book The Religion of Whiteness.The conversation explores a challenging but important question: how cultural identity—specifically whiteness—can operate as a system of belief that competes with or even overrides Christian teaching. Emerson and Bracey define the “religion of whiteness” as a set of beliefs, practices, and symbols that elevate white identity as sacred while marginalizing what falls outside of it.They walk through the data behind their research, including survey findings showing how white Christians often respond differently to biblical teachings when those teachings challenge racial hierarchies. The discussion also examines how symbols like a white Jesus, the merging of the cross and the American flag, and even attitudes toward political violence can reinforce this framework.The episode doesn't stay abstract. It connects these ideas to real-world dynamics inside churches—why conversations about race are often resisted, how “stay out of politics” can function as a boundary, and why awareness itself can feel threatening.This is a direct, data-driven conversation about faith, identity, and the tension between cultural loyalty and religious conviction.Guest BioMichael Emerson is a sociologist specializing in race, religion, and inequality in the United States. He is currently a professor at Rice University and is widely known for his research on how religious communities shape racial attitudes and structures. He is the co-author of Divided by Faith and The Religion of Whiteness. Glenn E. Bracey II is a sociologist at Villanova University whose work focuses on race, religion, and social inequality. His research examines how systems of belief and power interact within American institutions, particularly in the context of race and Christianity. He is the co-author of The Religion of Whiteness.Relevant LinksThe Religion of Whiteness by Michael Emerson and Glenn Bracey: https://bookshop.org/a/112456/9780197746288Divided by Faith by Michael Emerson and Christian Smith: https://booSupport the show

The return of humans to space with the Artemis II's orbit around the moon has captured the hearts and minds of millions around the world. While exploratory space travel enthralls the public, the geopolitics of space and its implications for war are something much less understood. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss satellites, potential space warfare tactics, the strategic value of the moon, and why we went there in the first place. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

De kinesiska humanoiderna slår världen med häpnad. Men hur avancerade är Kinas robotar, egentligen? Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radios app. Buddhistmunk, kung fu-dansare och barista. Kinesiska människoliknande robotar syns i många skepnader just nu och Moa Kärnstrand har fått tillfälle att testa några av dem i Peking. Nyligen blev dansande robotar på den kinesiska statliga nyårsgalan ett globalt viralt fenomen och i sociala medier sprids dagligen robotklipp från Kina. Hur tekniskt avancerade är de kinesiska robotarna? Och kan vem som helst köpa sig en humanoid?Ny arena i stormaktskampenKina tar täten i det globala robotracet och i Kinas nya femårsplan lyfts innovation inom AI och robotik fram som ett centralt mål för landet. Utvecklingen är redan en ny arena för stormaktskampen mellan Kina och USA och klart är att humanoidhajpen framstår som en stor PR-framgång för Kina. Hur kommer Europa förhålla sig till den snabbt växande kinesiska robotindustrin och vad händer när AI-robotarna blir en allt större del av den militära upprustningen?Medverkande: Moa Kärnstrand, Sveriges Radios Kinakorrespondent, Hanna Sahlberg, Sveriges Radios Kinareporter, Christian Smith, docent och lektor på avdelningen för robotik vid Kungliga tekniska högskolan KTH i Stockholm.Programledare: Björn DjurbergProducent: Therese RosenvingeKällor ljudklipp: NBC News, Sky News Austraila, CNA, CCTV, Reuters.

Solarstone pres. Pure Trance Radio Episode 481 Archive Solarstone Vinyl Mix circa 2000. 01. Tetraflux - Forever 02. PMT - Gyromancer 03. El Greco - Night Watch (Tribal Mix) 04. Tim Baker - Groove Treatment (believer ep) 05. Z2 - Herbgrinder 06. Oliver K - Simple Journey 07. Fingerfest inc. - Autoporno 08. Sentinal - I Am (Chris Cargo Remix) 09. Freakazoids - Freak & Hustle 10. Orbital - Nothing Left (Les Rhythmes Digitales Remix) 11. Timo Mass - Killin Me 12. Thomas P. Heckman - Ultra Vixens 13. Z2 - I Want You (Moshic & Zidan Remix) 14. Christian Smith & J. Selway - Yess 14. Marc et Claude - The History of Acid House 15. Hardfloor - Acperience

As we enter the second month of war in the Middle East, bombs continue to fly, and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatens a global crisis. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss the military pressures facing Washington and Tehran, the expanding scope of the conflict, and what it can tell us about the future of war. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com/gpf-newsletter for a free download from our Special Collection on the Middle East.

Another PRO Referee Fiasco NYCFC hosting Inter Miami on a Sunday afternoon could have been a showcase for MLS. Florida versus New York. Instead it was an exhibition of absurdity. This week Mike Anderer and J.R. diBart welcome back Christian Smith to breakdown the Sunday afternoon match and all of it’s highs and lows. At the end of the show listen to post-game audio from Tayvon Gray, Kevin O’Toole, Johnny Shore and Thiago Martins.

With the long-awaited meeting between Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping delayed until May, all eyes are on the two giants and the long shadow they cast on the Iran war and the world at large. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss China's strategic restraint in the Middle East, economic fragility and rapprochement with the US, and the importance of Taiwan. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com for world-class geopolitical analysis and discussion.

Check out my Tronic Radio on your favorite streaming platforms here: https://ssyncc.com/tronic-podcast/ Recorded LIVE at Florida135, Spain 31.3.2007 This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration

Talles Magno’s Moment NYCFC faced their toughest challenge to date in 2026 with the Colorado Rapids coming to Yankee Stadium last Saturday. While the Rapids failed to capitalize on their sustained possession, they still proved to be a strong opponent both with their intense press and their defensive rotations. It would be a Nico Fernandez Mercau brace that put NYCFC in the winning position, but the goal of the night was the Talles Magno icing on the cake that sealed the victory in the 85th minute. This week Mike Anderer and J.R. diBart welcome Christian Smith to talk about NYCFC Legends and the game from the weekend.

The US-Israeli war with Iran has no end in sight as strikes on both sides continue. With Iran's capitulation failing to materialize and the IRGC's true strength revealed, the conflict is in a state of evolution. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, GPF Chairman George Friedman joins host Christian Smith to discuss shifting US war aims, the rising price of oil as the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical chokepoint, and just how long this all might last. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com for world-class geopolitical analysis and discussion, and to access our full 2026 Forecast: Re-anchoring the World.

As war rages in the Middle East, the future of Iran remains an open question. The same can be said for Lebanon, where exchanges of fire between Hezbollah and Israel have been taking place for more than a week. On this episode of Talking Geopolitics, host Christian Smith is joined by Senior Analyst Hilal Khashan for a ground-level perspective on the escalating conflict in Lebanon, and to explore the broader regional impacts of the Iran war. Visit http://www.geopoliticalfutures.com for world-class geopolitical analysis and discussion, and to access our full 2026 Forecast: Re-anchoring the World.

The ongoing US-Israeli strikes on Iran, which began over the weekend, come after a protracted period of tension, negotiations and military build-up. Tehran has now said it will attack U.S. assets in the region in response to the U.S. and Israeli strikes, which killed several top Iranian officials and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.  So why, in a world where the U.S. is trying to withdraw from anything outside the Western Hemisphere, does the U.S. still care about Iran? Talking Geopolitics host Christian Smith is joined by GPF Chairman George Friedman to discuss how we got here, intelligence failures, and the future of the Iranian regime, which could look quite different or remain just a new version of the same. Visit www.geopoliticalfutures.com for world-class geopolitical analysis and discussion, and to access our full 2026 Forecast: Re-anchoring the World.