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Send Wilk a text with your feedback!Preparing Our Children with the Skills To Navigate Toxic PolarizationToday, we're diving into one of the most critical topics of our time—how we can equip the next generation to navigate a world that often feels more divided by the day.As someone who's worked through my own journey from anger to understanding, I know firsthand the importance of teaching people to bridge divides. But what if we could start even earlier? What if we could teach kids—not just as they grow, but while they're still forming the skills and perspectives that will shape their entire lives—to think critically, build empathy, and connect across differences?Our guest today is Kent Lenci, a true pioneer in this space. Kent spent 20 years as a middle school educator, holding roles as a teacher, coach, and leader, before founding Middle Ground School Solutions in 2019. His mission is simple but powerful: to help prepare today's students to ease tomorrow's political polarization. From creating curriculum for the Better Arguments Project and the National Week of Conversation to writing his book Learning to Depolarize, Kent has been on the front lines, empowering educators to teach kids how to engage with empathy and civility in a divided world.We'll talk about Kent's journey, the challenges today's youth face, and why early intervention in education is key to countering the effects of divisive media and polarized environments. Kent will also share actionable insights on fostering emotional intelligence and media literacy in kids, along with the role human connection plays in creating lasting change.This is exactly the kind of conversation that embodies the spirit of Derate the Hate—finding ways to turn tension into understanding and anger into action. TakeawaysKent Lenci transitioned from teaching to founding Middle Ground Solutions.Early intervention in education can prevent polarization.Media literacy is essential for critical thinking in youth.Emotional intelligence helps children navigate complex social dynamics.Building connections across divides is crucial for understanding.Human connection is key to overcoming polarization.Organizations like Pro Human Foundation and Braver Angels work towards a better future. What have you done today to make your life a better life? What have you done today to make the world a better place? The world is a better place if we are better people. That begins with each of us as individuals. Be kind to one another. Be grateful for everything you've got. Make each and every day the day that you want it to be! Please follow The Derate The Hate podcast on: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter(X) , YouTube Subscribe to us wherever you enjoy your audio or directly from our site. Please leave us a rating and feedback on Apple podcasts or other platforms. Not on social media? You can share your thoughts or request Wilk for a speaking engagement on our site's contact page: DerateTheHate.com/Contact If you would like to support the show, you're welcome to DONATE or shop Amazon by going through our Support Us page and I'll earn through qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. I look forward to hearing from you!

Months and months of anticipation – or maybe dread? – have led to today. Election day.  Over the coming days and weeks, there will continue to be a lot of talk about candidates, polls, the state of democracy. But we also want to recognize the emotional difficulty of election day... of election season.  Politics can leave a lot of people bitter and divided. It's cost treasured relationships and led to feelings of anger, contempt, and fear. Bridging divides and finding common ground aren't simple or easy. Over the past year, Mónica Guzmán and April Lawson have been thinking a lot about how to do it.  Mónica Guzmán works with Braver Angels, a nonpartisan organization dedicated to political depolarization. Her podcast – produced in partnership with KUOW – is called "A Braver Way." Guests: Mónica Guzmán is a senior fellow at Braver Angels. April Lawson is the cofounder of Insight Debate and Dialogue. Related Links:  Braving the unknown: Your election survival guide - Braver Angels Consumed by the news? How to stay sane in a polarized election - Braver Angels Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States has become increasingly polarized in recent years. New research published by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace seeks to better understand what happens when democracies become ‘perniciously polarized' — that's when polarization has divided a society into two mutually antagonistic political camps, where each side sees the other as a threat to the country's future. According to this research, polarization in the United States reached the level of pernicious in 2015 and remains so to this day.

Highlights Destabilization could be the biggest setback for great power conflict, AI, bio-risk, and climate disruption. Polarization plays a role in nearly every causal pathway leading to destabilization of the United States, and there is no indication polarization will decrease. The United States fits the pattern of past democracies that have descended into authoritarian regimes in many key aspects. The most recent empirical research on civil conflicts suggests the United States is in a category that has a 4% annual risk of falling into a civil conflict. In 2022 (when this was originally written), Mike Berkowitz, ED of Democracy Funders Network and 80,000 Hours guest, believes there is 50% chance American democracy fails in the next 6 years. For every dollar spent on depolarization efforts, there are probably at least a hundred dollars spent aggravating the culture war. Destabilization of the United States could wipe out billions of dollars of pledged EA funds. Note following the [...] ---Outline:(00:07) Highlights(01:16) Note following the assassination attempt of former President Trump(02:45) Preface(06:10) Acknowledgements(06:24) Summary(09:08) Possibility(10:02) Big picture(10:06) Authoritarianism(12:57) Civil conflict(16:50) Polarization(20:40) How close we already came (January 6th)(26:42) A note on the military counter argument(28:18) Top reasons why the United States wouldn't destabilize(29:14) What I would have included in a longer version(29:51) Conclusion(31:36) Importance(31:59) Global ramifications and great power conflict(33:17) Artificial Intelligence and bio-risk(33:22) Applicable to both(34:27) Artificial Intelligence(34:48) Accelerating climate disruption(34:52) Authoritarianism(35:25) Civil conflict(36:08) Significance(37:02) Effects on the Effective Altruism movement(37:06) Talent(37:29) Funds(38:15) Plausible scenario(39:01) Neglectedness(40:36) Through the lens of polarization(42:03) Tractability(44:15) What is needed(44:18) The broad needs(44:46) Structural-reform needs[80](46:03) Needs for stopping polarizing forces(46:38) Needs for Depolarizing the population(46:58) Why it's difficult(47:02) Structural reform(47:36) Stopping polarizing forces(49:01) Depolarize the population(50:36) Where there is traction(50:40) Ballot initiatives(51:29) Robust federalism(51:48) Prescription (what OP/EA could do)(53:04) Funding and scaling existing efforts(53:09) Create an operation focused on recruiting more funders and key non-funder partners to this effort(54:00) Fund ballot initiative efforts and organizations(56:15) Fund existing depolarization efforts and organizations(56:51) Fund new organizations to fill gaps through an approach similar to the arrangement between CE and FTX for biosecurity(57:54) Fund experiments/projects that will give us actionable information(58:30) Miscellaneous interventions(58:34) Preempting accelerationist events(01:00:19) Invest in local journalism(01:00:51) Promote sincere populist leadership in the Republican apparatus to replace culture warriors(01:03:49) Invest in mutual aid networks(01:04:17) Strengthening unions and preparing for a general strike(01:05:32) My personal favorite(01:05:36) Left-Right coalitions to run a slate of ballot-initiatives for structural reform(01:06:49) Uncertainties (why OP/EA should do a medium-level investigation)(01:08:21) Conclusion/call to actionThe original text contained 2 images which were described by AI. --- First published: July 15th, 2024 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/kmx3rKh2K4ANwMqpW/destabilization-of-the-united-states-the-top-x-factor-ea --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO. ---Images from the article:Apple Podcasts and Spotify do not show images in the episode description. Try Pocket Casts, or another podcast app.

Today's guest is the multifaceted Reverend Deborah L. Johnson, or RevD, known for her transformative work as a public speaker, diversity consultant, author, and spiritual guide. Her ability to bring clarity, civility, and humor to challenging situations sets her apart. RevD shares profound insights through Spirit letters, revealing deep spiritual messages, with her work published by Sounds True. Notably, her spoken word alter ego, Wilamena, featured in her TEDxBerkeley talk “Facts, Fiction, or Freedom,” showcases her storytelling prowess and her commitment to themes of forgiveness and freedom. Join us as we explore RevD's journey of enlightenment, activism, and her powerful vision for a more inclusive and compassionate world. RevD's Upcoming Courses: Yes to OnenessThe 6-session “YES to Oneness” workshop is preventative medicine for divisiveness. Guided by divine downloads from my books The Sacred YES and Your Deepest Intent, we'll go on a spiritually transformative experience. How to DepolarizeThe 3-session “How to Depolarize” workshop provides diagnostic techniques and treatment plans for divisiveness. It is an interactive skills building practicum based on my 40+ years as a movement organizer, corporate DEI consultant, spiritual leader, and successful co-litigant in two landmark civil rights cases. This workshop expands upon the concepts I recently presented at Harvard Divinity School. Topics: 0:00 — Introduction 2:51 — Reconnecting Post-Pandemic 4:29 — Keeping Hope Alive 7:41 — On Nonduality 12:27 — Balancing Social Justice 19:59 — Everything is in Vibrations of Possibilities 25:58 — Interfaith / Omnifaith Exploration 33:14 — Reconnecting to our Natural State 40:06 — Knowing Truth 45:10 — Advice for Burnout and Connection 50:42 — Learning and Growing in Community Support the mission of SAND the production of this podcast by becoming a SAND Member

This week Tayla is joined by Pam Steager from Courageous RI, a Department of Homeland Security project to increase media literacy and prevent domestic terrorism. They talk about the projects that Courageous RI has implemented in order to increase media literacy among Rhode Islanders. They also discuss reading or work and pleasure, sci-fi as a reflection of our society, how much “the algorithm” knows about us.  During The Last Chapter they discuss: What are some titles you would recommend to people who want to learn more about media literacy? Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Learning to Depolarize by Kent Lenci Necessary Trouble by Drew Gilpin Faust Saga by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples Born a Crime by Trevor Noah High Conflict by Amanda Ripley Mind Over Media by Renee Hobbs I Never Thought of It That Way by Mónica Guzmán AV Only Murders In the Building (2021- ) Roald Dahl's The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (2023) Other Courageous RI

Dr. J Slosar comes into the trenches of justice to help educate our members of the jury about social psychology and how the use of its principles can help the movement for Criminal Justice Reform.Read the "Five Steps to Depolarize American Society" Article here:https://depolarizationdiscourse.com/criminal-justice-five-steps-to-depolarize-american-society/Learn more about Dr. Slosar here:https://depolarizationdiscourse.com/author/jrslosar/Join and be a member of our community at: https://membersofthejurypod.com/CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ADDITIONAL CONTENT!RATE and REVIEW: https://www.podchaser.com/MembersOfTheJuryTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@membersofthejury?lang=enINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/membersofthejury/FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/MembersoftheJurypodYOUTUBE:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaN3uRTq_zmH_3FKaVbTreATWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/MOTJpodcastWebsite: https://membersofthejury.buzzsprout.com/Music: https://youtu.be/ip-QZ-9JIzIProvided by YouTube by Routenote. “We March Together” – HaxhigeaszyiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/members-of-the-jury/id1549484183Support the showhttps://membersofthejurypod.com/ https://www.facebook.com/MembersoftheJurypod https://www.tiktok.com/@membersofthejury?lang=en https://www.twitter.com/MOTJpodcast Instagram: @Membersofthejury

Calling all 30-something (sub)urbanites! The detached irony of Spoon, Interpol, the Yeah Yeah Yeah's, and TV on the Radio are competing for your affection with the reverb-soaked calls of Band of Horses, My Morning Jacket, and Grizzly Bear. Ellen Mauro (my former co-host of the Depolarize! Podcast) joins me as 18 indie bands from the 2000s compete for bragging rights in a March Madness-style bracket tournament. Part 2 will drop next week! Spotify playlist for today's episode: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6OjzY1t7DjobhdoPKhASs6?si=3b9df32dbac84f2f Dan's music licensing library: https://dankoch.net/library Email Dan: prettygoodvibrationspodcast@gmail.com Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram.com/dancoke/ Or Twitter: twitter.com/DanKoch Dan's podcasting site: dankochwords.com Artwork: https://www.nickryanluevano.com/

From the US, to Brazil, to India, deepening political polarisation is used as a frame through which to see a lot of 21st century politics. But what can actually be done to depolarise deeply divided societies, particularly democracies? In this episode we speak to a political scientist and a philosopher trying to find answers to that question. Featuring Jennifer Lynn McCoy, professor of political science at Georgia State University in the US and Robert B. Talisse, professor of philosophy at Vanderbilt University in the US. This episode was produced by Mend Mariwany and Katie Flood. The executive producer is Gemma Ware. Eloise Stevens does our sound design and our theme music is by Neeta Sarl. Full credits for this episode are available here. A transcript will be available soon. Sign up here for a free daily newsletter from The Conversation.Further reading and listening:Democratic and Republican voters both love civility – but the bipartisan appeal is partly because nobody can agree on what civility isExtreme political polarization weakens democracy – can the US avoid that fate?Brazil election: what I saw on the streets made me cautiously optimistic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Dr. J Slosar comes into the trenches of justice to help educate our members of the jury about social psychology and how the use of its principles can help the movement for Criminal Justice Reform.Read the "Five Steps to Depolarize American Society" Article here:https://depolarizationdiscourse.com/criminal-justice-five-steps-to-depolarize-american-society/Learn more about Dr. Slosar here:https://depolarizationdiscourse.com/author/jrslosar/Join and be a member of our community at: https://membersofthejurypod.com/CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ADDITIONAL CONTENT!RATE and REVIEW: https://www.podchaser.com/MembersOfTheJuryTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@membersofthejury?lang=enINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/membersofthejury/FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/MembersoftheJurypodYOUTUBE:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaN3uRTq_zmH_3FKaVbTreATWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/MOTJpodcastWebsite: https://membersofthejury.buzzsprout.com/Music: https://youtu.be/ip-QZ-9JIzIProvided by YouTube by Routenote. “We March Together” – HaxhigeaszyiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/members-of-the-jury/id1549484183Support the show

Defining the sonic border of aggression and harmony, forward-thinking bass producer Kumarion is reimagining the capabilities of modern sound design. While Kumarion is still a young name in the bass community, he's quickly garnered acclaim and accolades to make a fixed impression. His track, “(Give It To Me Like I) Want It,” stole the show during the abrupt 2020 festival season, earning co-signs from Boombox Cartel, CloZee, Feed Me, JOYRYDE, Madeon, & RL Grime. He followed his debut with Closer / Wanna, a two-track EP released with legendary European label UKF's Pilot Imprint. His next original work, “Enemy,” found a similarly prominent placement, earning a spot on RL Grime's Sable Valley first-ever label compilation. 2021 saw releases with Monstercat (“Pure Action”), UKF (“ Instinct”), Jadu Dala (“Bad”), and Deadbeats (“Aura”), in addition to a live performance slate that included a national run on Dirt Monkey's Depolarize tour and support slots for acts like GRiZ and Liquid Stranger. With the community and contemporaries behind him, Kumarion is pledged to delivering dynamic art that contributes to continued prominence of drum & bass in America. Expect more releases in the 175 BPM range as well as further exploration of the bass genre throughout 2022 and beyond. To learn more visit: https://spoti.fi/3aFxz8U This episode was brought to you by VitaPlur. VitaPLUR E-Boost Gum is a first of its kind rave supplement that provides magnesium, electrolytes and antioxidants sublingually while you chew! With no pills to take or annoying powders to mix VitaPLUR E-Boost gum is the perfect complement to your active lifestyle. Use code: "LIZZYJANE" (all caps) at check out for 10% off any item at https://www.vitaplur.io/ For ad - free podcasts, exclusive content, one on one lessons, + more visit: https://www.patreon.com/thisislizzyjane

In today's podcast, we have a story of the movement. List of Organizations mentioned : BRAVER ANGELS,  CIVIC SPIRIT, LISTEN FIRST,FIX US, SUSTAINED DIALOGUE, IN THIS  TOGETHER, COMMON CAUSE, THE COMMON GOOD,DIGITAL CITIZENS,  CIVIL TALK,POLITICAL EMPATHY PROJECT,CIVIL  DIALOGUES,LIVING ROOM CONVERSATIONS, COMMUNITY ROUND TABLES,VILLAGE SQUARES,STAND UP REPUBLIC,AMERICAN CIVICS RENEWAL,GENERATION of CITIZENS,DEPOLARIZE the USA, UNPLUGGED CIVICS,INSPIRED US,HEALTHY DEMOCRACY,BIG TENT NATION, PUBLIC KINSHIP,ALL SIDES,BRIDGE ALLIANCE,CITIZEN DATA,CONSERVE AMERICA,FAIR VOTES,TAKE BACK OUR REPUBLIC,  REPRESENT US,WEAVE and UNITE AMERICA,COMMON SENSE AMERICAN, ENGAGING DIFFERENCE,NATIONAL CONVERSATION PROJECT,MILLIONS OF  CONVERSATIONS,RENEWING DEMOCRACY,  URBAN AND RURAL ACTION,STAND TOGETHER,NATION of BUILDERS,EMPATHY and OPEN MINDs,SEARCH FOR COMMON GROUND,BEYOND CONFLICT ,FIERCE CIVILITY,CIVIC GENIUS,CROSSED PARTY LINES,MORE IN COMMON,BEYOND their  BUBBLES,CAMPUS COMPACTS,MIDDLE  GROUND SOLUTIONS,LISTEN FOR A  CHANGE  

The United States has become increasingly polarized in recent years. New research published by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace seeks to better understand what happens when democracies become ‘perniciously polarized' — that's when polarization has divided a society into two mutually antagonistic political camps, where each side sees the other as a threat to the country's future. According to this research, polarization in the United States reached the level of pernicious in 2015 and remains so to this day.

John Wood, Jr. is the national ambassador for Braver Angels, a non-profit dedicated to depolarizing politics. Wood discusses growing up with a liberal black mother and conservative white father, the demonization of the other side, and why developing empathy might be the most patriotic thing you can do. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/42y6VjDBL7o Follow John Wood, Jr.: https://twitter.com/johnrwoodjr | https://braverangels.org Follow Andrew Yang: https://twitter.com/andrewyang | https://forwardparty.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest BioAn attorney and accomplished author, Marc Levin serves as Chief Policy Counsel to the Council on Criminal Justice, a membership organization that provides a center of gravity in the field for objective analyses of research and policies. He began the Texas Public Policy Foundation's criminal justice program in 2005 and in 2010 developed the concept for its Right on Crime initiative. In 2014, Levin was named one of the “Politico 50” in the magazine's annual “list of thinkers, doers, and dreamers who really matter in this age of gridlock and dysfunction.”  Levin has authored numerous book chapters, policy papers, and articles on criminal justice policy and serves on the National Association of Drug Court Professionals Board of Directors, Aspen Institute Criminal Justice Reform Initiative Advisory Council, and the Urban Rural Action Board of Advisors.He has testified on criminal justice policy on four occasions before Congress and before numerous state legislatures. Levin graduated with honors from the University of Texas with a B.A. in Plan II Honors and Government and received his J.D. with honors from the University of Texas School of Law. Levin served as a law clerk on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and Staff Attorney at the Texas Supreme Court.  As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, The Aspen Institute is nonpartisan and does not endorse, support, or oppose political candidates or parties. Further, the views and opinions of our guests and speakers do not necessarily reflect those of The Aspen Institute.Visit us online at The Aspen Institute Criminal Justice Reform Initiative and follow us on Twitter @AspenCJRI.

This week's show features two interviews. The first is with Albert Fox Cahn, the Surveillance Technology Oversight Project's (S.T.O.P.) founder and executive director, about a column he wrote in Wired magazine about problems with the twitter verification process that disadvantage activists. And second, I talk with Jonathan Stray, a Visiting Scholar at the Center for Human Compatible Artificial Intelligence at the University of California at Berkeley about whether social media can help depolarize society. In May, Twitter relaunched its verification program and offered more clarification about how the process works following criticism and missteps, such as verifying fake accounts. I spoke to Albert Fox Cahn about the holes in the program, and how they affect journalists and activists. There is an active debate the conditions in which and the extent to which social media plays a role in contributing to polarization and division in society. I spoke to Jonathan Stray about his new paper, Designing Recommender Systems to Depolarize, which turns that debate on its head- asking whether social media platforms could play a role in reducing division. Jonathan's paper “examines algorithmic depolarization interventions with the goal of conflict transformation: not suppressing or eliminating conflict but moving towards more constructive conflict.”

The Nature of Spiritual Abuse. Today we sit down with friend of the show, Dan Koch to discuss the nature of spiritual abuse within the church. Dan is a podcaster (You Have Permission, Depolarize! & Reconstruct), musician, composer and is currently working on a doctorate in Counseling Psychology. Dan brings us the data and statistics he's gathered in his studies to discuss spiritual abuse in the church, in its many forms, and the ramifications that it has had. What are the most prevalent forms? How do the varied versions effect our communities? How can the culture be changed? You can learn more about Dan on his WEBSITE and social media: Twitter & Instagram. Our previous conversation with Dan can be heard on Episode 86 As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Always feel free to email in questions to hello@voxpodcast.com, and to engage the conversation on here and Instagram. Learn more about the VOXOLOGY Podcast: Voxologypodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast Like us on Facebook Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

On a new segment we are calling "Depolarize" Chris and Bret discuss the argument surrounding old hymns versus new. How much do our preferences matter? What does scripture really say about worship?

Another throwback to a critical conversation with Dr. Juliette Rooney-Varga who explains the gap between the scale of climate action supported by science and current climate policy and action. She introduces us to ‘dual simulation' games: A serious game with a role-play that simulates social dynamics of climate decision-making and computer simulation of the impacts of decisions made on climate and transition outcomes.

Changing your mind is hard. Changing other people's minds seems impossible, doesn't it? I mean, I've only recently gotten Sam to concede that dinosaurs "probably existed." In a world where we are pulled in so many different directions by so many voices, finding common ground can be a challenge, but it's a critical part of maintaining relationships. How do we encourage those around us to reconsider their beliefs and opinions when we so fundamentally disagree?   This week, we're joined by special guest Dan Koch - creator of the podcasts You Have Permission, Depolarize!, and Reconstruct. In each of his shows, Dan explores issues surrounding faith, deconversion, and politics. Over the years, he has been a unifying voice of knowledge, comfort, and perspective to a lot of people in the Christian and ex-Christian communities, and we were really excited to talk with him! Enjoy the episode, and be sure to subscribe to his shows. You can find more information at https://www.dankochwords.com/. 

I am joined with Dan Koch. Dan Koch hosts the You Have Permission Podcast and is a doctoral student in counseling psychology at Northwest University. Previously, he co-hosted the Depolarize! and Reconstruct podcasts and played guitar in Sherwood. He lives with his wife Jaffrey and son Soren in Seattle, WA. Dan Koch has very different theological and biblical beliefs than me, but is someone who I frequently learn from and hope you do too. Hear our conversation on this matter now. My conversation with Dan Koch. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stephen675/support

Carter Brownrigg joins us on the podcast today to talk about depolarizing culture, and understanding biblical context in order to interact better with a nation and culture moving away from the institution of church.

What does it mean to be a witnessing professional in the climate crisis? What responsibility do scientists, doctors, journalists, lawyers, military officers and public health officials have to speak out and share their message of truth with the world? How does the religious concept of bearing witness translate to this secular context? And what can you and I do to become constructive witnesses for climate change? Dr. Evan Kuehn is an Assistant Professor of Informational Literacy at North Park University and the author of Troeltsch’s Eschatological Absolute and Theology Compromised: Schleiermacher, Troeltsch, and the Possibility of a Sociological Theology. On this episode of Reversing Climate Change, Dr. Kuehn joins Ross to discuss the recent Dædalus issue on Witnessing Climate Change, describing what it means to be a witness, how the concept shifts from a sacred to a secular context, and what risks are associated with witnessing in public as a professional. Dr. Kuehn explores Robert Socolow’s idea of witnessing for the middle to depolarize the climate conversation, explaining what it looks like to engage in situational ethics and sharing how he deals with extreme views and guillotine memes. Listen in for Dr. Kuehn’s insight around the Jewish tradition of preserving social criticism and learn what you can do to be a middle builder and serve as a constructive witness for climate change. Connect with Nori: Purchase Nori Carbon Removals Join Nori on Patreon Nori Nori on Facebook Nori on Twitter Resources: There are so many things referenced in this episode and not much space to add them all here unfortunately. If Anchor ups their character cap we will add them all back in. N.B. Ross couldn't remember at the time of recording which scholar provided that insight about Jewish scripture preserving social criticism in this episode, but is pretty sure it came from Amy-Jill Levine, and most likely her Great Courses lecture series on the Old Testament. Dr. Evan Kuehn on Reversing Climate Change Bonus Episode We’re Doomed. Now What? Essays on War and Climate Change by Roy Scranton What Is the Bible? How an Ancient Library of Poems, Letters, and Stories Can Transform the Way You Think and Feel About Everything by Rob Bell Proverbs 26:4-5 ‘What is the Social Responsibility of Climate Scientists?’ by Naomi Oreskes ‘Witnessing for the Middle to Depolarize the Climate Change Conversation’ by Robert H. Socolow --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reversingclimatechange/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reversingclimatechange/support

I know, I know, I know. Megachurches are so often panned and criticized that it is hard to consider whether or not or in what ways they might actually be good for people. But here is some serious peer-reviewed research to help burst us our of our bubbles from veteran religion researcher James K. Wellman, Jr. (University of Washington). You might be surprised what you hear, so give it a chance! - Jim & Dan on Depolarize!: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-a-crazy-moment-for-evangelicalism/id1163609659?i=1000421333623 High on God: https://www.amazon.com/High-God-Megachurches-Heart-America/dp/0199827710/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=james+k+wellman&qid=1608081127&sr=8-6 Follow Dan on IG: https://www.instagram.com/dancoke/ Edited by Josh Gilbert (joshgilbertmedia@gmail.com -- he is accepting more work!) Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankoch Email about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon: youhavepermissionpodcast@gmail.com YHP Patron-only FB group: https://tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98 Website: youhavepermissionpod.com Join Dan's email list: dankochwords.com Artwork by http://sprungle.co/

Lee Drutman, senior fellow in governance studies at New America, is a careful analyst of American political institutions. In his latest book, Breaking the Two-Party Doom Loop: The Case for Multiparty Democracy in America, he arrives at the startling conclusion that America's two-party system is problematic not because it constrains voters' choices but because it creates incentives that drive Americans apart, polarizing them beyond reason. On this episode of the Braver Angels Podcast, Ciaran O'Connor and Luke Nathan Phillips interview Drutman about his book and the current state of the American political parties in the aftermath of Election Day 2020. They discuss how party factions in American history once provided leavening for our two-party system—and why they don't work quite as well as they used to. They also discuss the vast array of incentives elected officials and party leaders have to attack each other instead of working together, whether future presidencies and congresses will be subject to the same forces the last few have been, and the unique capacity of the American system to reform itself through trial and error.  Learn more about Drutman's work: Breaking the Two-Party Doom Loop (book), LeeDrutman.org Twitter: @leedrutman, @ciaranjoconnor, @braverangels

You Have Permission podcast host Dan Koch is a doctoral student in counseling psychology, the former co-host of the Reconstruct and Depolarize! podcasts, and member of the band Sherwood. Listen to No-Prize From God: Playlist For the Podcast on Spotify. Follow No-Prize From God on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Follow Ryan J. Downey on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Check out other PopCurse network podcasts: PopCurse, Speak N' Destroy, and Hoosier Illusion.

Guest Info/BIo: This week I have a fascinating conversation with Dan Koch. Dan got his start in professional songwriting in 2002 with his band Sherwood. They released three full albums and a handful of shorter EPs, toured the US, Europe & Japan, and generally had a great time. As that season of life ended, he settled in Seattle and began transitioning into writing music for film & TV. He’s been fortunate to work with some great people, and has landed some 80+ national TV & radio spots in about 8 years. Dan is also host of the You Have Permission, Depolarize!, and Reconstruct podcasts. Guest Links: https://www.dankochwords.com/yhp.html www.dankoch.net ( http://www.dankoch.net ) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-permission/id1448000113?mt=2 Twitter: @dankoch Instagram: @dancoke Special Music By: Acceptance www.acceptanceband.com ( http://www.acceptanceband.com ) Instagram: @acceptanceband Twitter: @acceptanceband Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/acceptanceband YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/c/acceptanceband Enjoy the music? Songs heard on this episode were: “Cold Air, Midnight, Bend the Light, & Son of the City” from the brand new album, Wild, Free. You can find Acceptance music on iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube, or anywhere good music is sold! This episode of the Deconstructionists Podcast was edited by John Williamson and mixed and produced by Nicholas Rowe at National Audio Preservation Society: A full service recording studio and creative habitat, located in Heath, Ohio. Find them on Facebook and Twitter or visit their website for more information: www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com ( http://www.nationalaudiopreservationsociety.weebly.com ) Stay on top of all of the latest at www.thedeconstructionists.com ( http://www.thedeconstructionists.com ) Go there to check out our blog, snag a t-shirt, or follow us on social media Join our Patreon family here: www.patreon.com/deconstructionists ( http://www.patreon.com/deconstructionists ) Website by Ryan Battles All photos by Jared Hevron Logos designed by Joseph Ernst & Stephen Pfluig T-shirt designs by Joseph Ernst, Chad Flannigan, Colin Rigsby, and Jason Turner. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-deconstructionists/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We all want our kids to be resilient. We want them to be critical thinkers. We want them to be respectful, to value diversity, and be tolerant of various lifestyles and backgrounds. Right?  Just like our immune system needs to be challenged by foreign substances, our values, beliefs, and opinions are bolstered and improved by being challenged.  In this episode I’m going to discuss why our kids need to be exposed to alternative points of view in order to become healthy, functioning adults.   [00:43] Have you seen "The Social Dilemma"? [04:05] We are living in an echo chamber. [08:18] Each of us are living in our own little universe online [10:25] If we want our kids to develop critical thinking skills, they must be exposed to alternative points of view. [12:24] We need to resist the urge to "protect" our kids from any views or opinions that we don't agree with. [13:32] Shielding your child from an idea makes them more vulnerable to that idea. [15:43] We want our children to learn how to discern. [16:23] We want our kids to develop balanced and nuanced opinions. [17:34] Even some of the best ideas, when taken to the extreme, can become unhealthy. [19:04] If we want to stay balanced, we need to be exposed to alternative viewpoints. [20:30] Hearing alternative points of view can bolster yours.  [22:33] I want to teach my children that everyone is at least worth listening to. [23:23] We want our kids to develop empathy and diversity. [25:25] I want my kids to understand that it's ok for others to believe differently, live differently, vote differently, etc.  [28:06] I use a Socratic method of asking questions to help my kids think through an idea or opinion. [29:15] There's always something to learn from other people. [29:54] Ideas are something that we can contend with. [31:48] I want my children to understand that we all have more in common with others than what divides us. If we want our kids to develop empathy & critical thinking, to value diversity & tolerance and understand that it’s ok for people to live and believe differently than us, we need to be purposeful about exposing them to alternative points of view. We need to show them that we can contend with ideas, and lead the way as we discern information and value what other people have to say.  If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me @parentingjunkie or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe here so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can leave one here.  Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community Love Parenting with Avital. Resources: Join our new course, Depolarize!

Today's episode is with Dan Koch. Dan Koch hosts the You Have Permission Podcast and is a doctoral student in counseling psychology at Northwest University. Previously, he co-hosted the Depolarize! and Reconstruct podcasts and played guitar in Sherwood. He lives with his wife Jaffrey and son Soren in Seattle, WA. Dan Koch has very different theological and biblical beliefs than me but is someone who I frequently learn from and hope you do too. We speak on what it means to be a Christian, purity culture, and end time popularity. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/humbleandhonest)

Have you ever been shamed or humiliated in front of people? Whether it was during school, a social event, or even online, most of us have been publicly shamed at some point. How did it make you feel? Did it make you want to change? Did it feel good? Did it feel like they had your best interest at heart? Odds are good your answer is no.  So why do some think that it’s ok to continue this into adulthood, especially online?  In this episode I’m going to discuss the call-out culture and what we can do instead.  [01:53] The "callout culture” is spreading like a wild fire...even though public shaming was done away with as a legal form of punishment. [05:37] What's true in the micro is true in the macro. [06:35] “How we live each day is how we live our entire lives.” [09:10] Why do some believe you shouldn't publicly shame children, but have no problem doing it to adults? [10:34] The trend of publicly shaming & calling people out online. [11:59] What child psychology tells us about public shaming.  [14:29] Why is it ok to publicly shame adults?  [18:47] What should we do when we see or hear something we don't like? [20:50] Often inaction is the "higher road". [23:20] Let's make a culture and society that allows a margin for error. [24:11] In the moments where you need to say something, let's call people in. [28:15] Let's be curious, humble, and give others the benefit of the doubt. [29:53] We don't influence our children (or anyone) by attacking them or shaming them.  The call-out culture is unhealthy for us, public shaming doesn’t work (and was outlawed for a reason) and people react negatively to being humiliated. Let’s all do our part to end the call-out culture. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me @parentingjunkie or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe here so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can leave one here.  Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community Love Parenting with Avital. Resources: Join our new course, Depolarize!

Political conversations tend to bring out activation and polarization. This is not a reason to avoid them. To avoid falling into the pitfalls of polarization, use a mindful approach that fosters curiosity. Instead of defending a position, make it your goal to know more about each other through the discussion. This talk describes a format that helps […]

Aho familia! Intuitive share today - from my heart to yours on aspects of my journey lately.  If you're here, there's a message for you, but remember - always, tune into YOUR resonance, your heart, your Truth - I am here to share, to remind, and to inspire but my truth does not need to be yours.  Our authority comes from within, and today I wanted to bring awareness to replicated matrix programs that are seen in the spiritual community in hopes that it may assist some of you in knowing how to tune into yourself, and remind yourself that you are your own guru, your own master.  No one else can tell you what your soul's purpose is, what is the "right" way to awaken or heal, everything - EVERYTHING is resonance. Connect with me on Instagram! Current Shares/Offerings Inner Child Healing Mini-Course (Awarenecessities)  

You can download a printable PDF of this article.  Political conversations tend to bring up activation and polarization. This is not a reason to avoid them. The following provides some suggestions to make them a more satisfying experience. These suggestions stem from a simple premise. In political discussions, we tend to become focused on arguing […]

Each and every one of us is a doctor of philosophy. It may look different for each person but every single one of us has a Ph.D. in success.  In order to think, act, and feel differently, and in order to make new decisions that are aligned with your preferred reality, then it is worthy of you to reflect upon yourself as already having acquired the wisdom assigned with a Ph.D.  In this episode, we delve into the reason behind why each one of us has a Ph.D. in life and a Ph.D. in success. Your Ph.D. is a wisdom encoded formula. You have spent an enormous amount of time, energy, thoughts, and feelings towards a specific outcome.  So make the decision to focus your attention on creating new preferred experiences in any and all areas of your life by way of working through your transformational journey.  Find your balance point and live beyond the polarized norm where everything is possible because it is.  WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN THIS EPISODE: Matter reduces to energy (2:04)  Failure vs success (2:38) Every single one of us has a Ph.D. of Success (3:18) Preferred and non-preferred (3:58) For each experience, there is a counterpoint experience (4:38) Perspective and perception (5:12) Think, act, and feel differently (7:38) You have a Ph.D. (8:37) What is a Ph.D.? (9:05) You are not a polarized individual (9:43) Hang that accolade in your metaphysical wall (10:40) Where do our determining preferences come from? (12:58) Depolarize what you see as failure or success (13:40) Rising above the polarizing experience of failure and success (13:59) Nothing is what it seems and everything is possible (14:06) The higher perspective (15:04) The key to shifting your Ph.D. powers (15:15) Getting clear on what you wish to desire (15:36) The key is to focus (16:27) Saying no really means yes (17:11) Applying your focus towards your preferred outcome (19:02) Certification is based on merit (19:23) Giving yourself permission to change perspectives (21:13) The long-term planner and long-term quantum explorer (21:28) Find your balance point (22:04)

Black Americans and other people of color are understandably exhausted right now, so what better time to pull something out of the vault that speaks to our current moment? In 2017, on my old Depolarize! Podcast, I interviewed 5 Christians of color about their experience growing up non-white in America, as well as a number of issues related to Evangelicalism and politics. I’m happy to say that the idea that a largely white audience should spend time simply listening to stories like this *feels* more widely accepted today than it did in 2017. Nonetheless, there is always more listening to be done, and these are some powerful stories. https://8cantwait.org/ http://theandcampaign.com https://thewitnessbcc.com/ Pass the Mic Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pass-the-mic/id1435500798 Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankoch Email about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon: youhavepermissionpodcast@gmail.com YHP Patron-only FB group: https://tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98 Website: youhavepermissionpod.com Join Dan's email list: dankochwords.com Artwork by http://sprungle.co/

Hey everyone. Today on the pod we have Dan Koch. You’ll remember Dan if you’ve listened to the intro episode of Carry the Fire. Dan is a former host of the Depolarize! podcast and the current host of the amazing podcast You Have Permission where he seeks to give people permission to seek answers to good questions that may have been out of bounds in their formative faith communities. Our conversation was wide-ranging and meandering in the best way. We talk about certain similarities in any mass social movement whether left or right, and we discuss the learned nature of language and it’s function as a social signifier in groups. I also ask Dan to critique my thinking a bit as far as my worries about giving platforms to those who I disagree with in key ways and why I may be doing more harm than good in my approach. Like what you hear? Get exclusive episodes and limited perks by supporting the show on Patreon. www.patreon.com/carrythefirepod FEATURED LINKS Depolarize! Podcast You Have Permission Podcast SHOW LINKS Carry the Fire Podcast Website Instagram Twitter Produced by Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com

Support the show: Patreon l Glow l Episode Transcript Many of us were scared right into the loving arms of a vengeful God that needed to murder Jesus. If we weren't careful he'd be back tomorrow, in the twinkling of an eye, and then we'd really be in for it. This narrative has caused, and continues to cause, anxiety and trauma. Dan and I discuss this specifically this week. Many in our country, myself included, are entirely blind to a massive problem right under our noses. Bio: Dan Koch, is the  host the You Have Permission Podcast and am a doctoral student in counseling psychology at Northwest University in Kirkland, WA. In the past, I co-hosted the Depolarize! and Reconstruct podcasts and played guitar in Sherwood.  I live with my wife Jaffrey in Seattle.  Join my email list below for non-annoying occasional updates. Email: dancoke@gmail.com Guest Music by Salt of the Sound You can also find all the musical selections from all our episodes on our Spotify Playlist.  Check out all the things over at the store...it's a great way to support the show www.canisaythisatchurch.com/store What are you waiting for; consider becoming a Patreon supporter of the show. You'll have access to many perks as well as guaranteeing the future of these conversations; even $1/Month goes so far as this show is 100% listener supported.  Follow the show: https://www.facebook.com/CanISayThisAtChurch/ https://twitter.com/cistacpodcast https://www.canisaythisatchurch.com/

An attendee of October’s Trumpstock gathering in Phoenix Arizona was quoted as saying that, if Trump is not re-elected, “Nothing less than a civil war would happen.” “I don’t believe in violence,” he said, “but I’ll do what I got to do.”[1] Also recently, a caller into a radio program suggested we shun conservatives. He said he no longer talks to his brother because of his political views and spoke about dividing up our country.[2] On and on it goes in the media as we approach the 2020 election. If you’ve grown tired of the political division and contempt that’s so commonplace, we’ve got a tonic for you tonight. We’re joined by April Lawson, the Director of Debates at Better Angels – an organization committed to bridging the growing divide between Republicans and Democrats in our country. Following their first gathering of Trump and Clinton supporters back in December 2016, Better Angels launched numerous initiatives across the U.S. in an effort to tear down the walls that divide us. April joins us to share some insights and stories about their work that you definitely want to hear. FOOTNOTES[1] https://www.nytimes.com/2019/12/28/us/politics/trump-2020-trumpstock.html. [2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UN4Uo7StOb4.

In this episode, we talk to 2 students from the US who started an initiative meant to bring about productive political discussions. We talked about the failure of current discourse and how the Depolarize project is meant to help out with individual political discussions throughout the world. Follow their instagram!  @letsdepolarize

At today's Round Table, Olivia Becker and Riya Mehta interview Maodan Tohouri, the inspiring 16 year old founder of Depolarize about what it really takes to counter hyper-partisanship and why it matters. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nextgenpolitics/message

At today's Round Table, Julianna, Olivia, Riya, and Sara discuss how polarization is playing out in their schools and in our country and why, who benefits and who suffers from polarization, things they learned from interviews with Maodan Tohouri of Depolarize and David Greene of Better Angels, why we now think about things like gender as being more on a spectrum than politics..., and strategies for how to counter the corrosiveness of polarization and foster more collaborative civil society (hint: ranked choice voting might really help.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nextgenpolitics/message

Welcome to Carry the Fire Podcast. Hosted by Dustin Kensrue. This preview episode is offered as an introduction to share about what's to come from Carry the Fire Podcast. Our friend, Dan Koch (Depolarize! and You Have Permission Podcast), joins us to interview our host Dustin Kensrue as a means to explore where this show will go, discuss what it means to pursue the Good, True, and Beautiful, and what we can expect from our guest list. Next week, a full episode interview with Dustin will air on Dan's podcast, You Have Permission, that dives deep into the questions discussed on this episode and much much more. Make sure to tune in to his show next week for that interview. More specifically, the show aims to explore those big questions through the lens of the good, the true, and the beautiful. While these days it may feel like our disagreements and divisions threaten any hope of building a broad and beloved community, could it be possible that we all share some innate common belief in the value of these three transcendentals? By exploring our differences through this common ground, I believe our individual worldviews can be enriched by our interactions, becoming more good, true, and beautiful every day. To this end, we will engage in conversations with people like you, from a wide variety of backgrounds, beliefs, and professions. Whether the conversation is with a musician or author, a scientist or philosopher, we will together glimpse the world anew through their unique perspectives. Thank you for listening, - Dustin Kensrue SUPPORT THE PODCAST ON PATREON We are offering a special opportunity to support the show early through Patreon. If you are new to Patreon, it is an effective way to support the creators that you already love, or discover brand new ones. When you sign up to become a patron of the show, you are partnering with me in this work, helping me to cover costs and to invest the necessary time to make the podcast both great and sustainable. Not only that, but as a patron you'll also gain access to a variety of patron-only episodes, exclusive content and perks, as well as a patron-only online community where you can interact regularly with myself and other patrons and have the opportunity to give input that will help shape future episodes. By joining Patreon before the end of the year, you will be inducted in the Flint & Steel Founders Club, where you will receive special perks beyond the tier incentives. To start, you will receive a limited edition Flint & Steel enamel pin, that will ship out at the close of the year. Thank you in advance for your support, you can begin your support here > SIGN UP ON PATREON Carry the Fire will official launch October 7th, 2019. Please be sure to check out Dan Koch's Podcasts below, we enjoy them very much and believe you would too. Depolarize! Podcast You Have Permission Podcast SHOW LINKS: Carry the Fire Podcast Website INSTAGRAM TWITTER Produced by Andy Lara at www.andylikeswords.com

Join me on this week's episode as I talk to two remarkable activists from California about their new campaign to combat the rising culture of polarization in America.

April Lawson is a guiding light and director of debates at Better Angels, a remarkable national organization that has surged into the spotlight by effectively teaching citizens to combat polarization and restore civil dialogue across America. April's leadership informs Better Angels' partnership with ACTA -- and our shared vision to help students build a culture of respectful dialogue and viewpoint diversity on college campuses.

This one is a doozy! And it's both here and in the Depolarize! Podcast feed because it's just that good. Sociologist Michael O. Emerson breaks down his and Christian Smith's argument as to why White Evangelical Christians have such a bad track record on racial issues, summarized in their co-authored "Divided by Faith." This is the best explanation that I have ever heard or read regarding this phenomenon. “Divided by Faith”: https://smile.amazon.com/Divided-Faith-Evangelical-Religion-Problem/dp/0195147073/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=divided+by+faith&qid=1553212642&s=gateway&sr=8-1 Pass the Mic Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pass-the-mic/id1435500798?mt=2 Join the Patreon for bonus episodes every month: patreon.com/dankoch YHP Patron-only FB group: https://tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98 Website: youhavepermissionpod.com Join Dan's email list: dankochwords.com Email Dan: youhavepermissionpodcast@gmail.com Artwork by http://sprungle.co/

This week we got to talk about universalism with none other than Dan Koch! Dan is well-known for his time with the band Sherwood, and is involved with hosting several podcasts including Depolarize!, Reconstruct, and You Have Permission. Here's a link to Dan's website: https://www.dankochwords.com/ As always, find us online at theologydoesntsuck.com

(This episode is appearing on both the You Have Permission and Depolarize! Podcast feeds.) How do we know that we aren't caught up in a "mob mentality" on social, political, or theological issues? Can universities be places where we teach young people to think critically? Can an openly gay woman and her conservative "marriage-is-between-one-man-and-one-woman" sister stay close friends? The answer to the last one is yes: Dr. Elizabeth Corey (Baylor University, First Things Magazine) and her sister Mary wrote a joint op-ed in the Atlantic in 2015 proving as much (Elizabeth is the conservative one). Dr. Corey helps Dan break down why things have gotten so mob-like, and what we can do to stay out of it. Elizabeth and Mary’s Essay: https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2015/05/i-choose-at-once-to-love-my-sister-and-disagree-with-her-on-gay-marriage/392279/ Other writings by Elizabeth: https://www.baylor.edu/great_texts/index.php?id=100039 The Coddling of American Mind: https://smile.amazon.com/Coddling-American-Mind-Intentions-Generation/dp/0735224897/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24RMCD9777FMY&keywords=coddling+american+mind&qid=1551469414&s=gateway&sprefix=coddling+ameri%2Caps%2C227&sr=8-1 How to Think: A Survival Guide for a World at Odds: https://smile.amazon.com/How-Think-Survival-Guide-World/dp/0451499603/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=how+to+think&qid=1551469424&s=gateway&sr=8-2 Join the Patreon for bonus episodes every month: patreon.com/dankoch YHP Patron-only FB group: https://tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98 Website: youhavepermissionpod.com Join Dan's email list: dankochwords.com Email Dan: youhavepermissionpodcast@gmail.com Artwork by http://sprungle.co/

(This episode is appearing on both the You Have Permission and Depolarize! Podcast feeds.) How do we know that we aren’t caught up in a “mob mentality” on social, political, or theological issues? Can universities be places where we teach young people to think critically? Can an openly gay woman and her conservative “marriage-is-between-one-man-and-one-woman” sister … Continue reading How to Resist the Mob (on the Left and Right) →

Dan Koch returns and wants you to know that you have permission to take both Christianity and the modern world very seriously. Subscribe to Dan's three excellent podcasts: You Have Permission, Reconstruct & Depolarize. DanKochWords.com -Subscribe to Bros Bibles & Beer on Apple Podcasts -Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!-https://www.facebook.com/brosbiblesbeer-https://twitter.com/brosbiblesbeer-https://www.brosbiblesbeer.com-Instagram: @brosbiblesbeer-Email: brosbiblesbeer@gmail.comBros Bibles & Beer is: Mr. Jeff Pearson, Mr Scott "the scoot" Hulbert & Mr. Zack KraterEdited by: Zack KraterFind us wherever fine podcasts are distributed. Oh, and tell a friend!Grace. Peace. Cheers!    

Dan Koch plays guitar in the band Sherwood, hosts three podcasts; Depolarize, Reconstruct, and You Have Permission. In this episode we discuss Dan's new podcast and how astrophysics can bring about a bigger understanding of God. Why is Dan obsessed with Syphilis Pods? Find out today on Fade to Gray. Visit us at Fade to Gray and join our patreon.

My friend and fellow podcast nerd, Dan Koch, is back on the podcast.  Dan is here so I can tell you all about his brand new podcast - YOU HAVE PERMISSION. You Have Permission (hosted by Dan Koch -- Depolarize! Podcast, Reconstruct) is a podcast for anyone asking those deep and timeless questions that humans can't seem to stop asking.  So many of us have been given bad answers to these good questions, often by people with pure intentions. What this podcasts claims is that you have permission to take both Christianity and the modern world very seriously.  The series launched January 14th with 4 full length episodes on Christian Inclusivism, Theistic Evolution, Extraterrestrial Theology, and Predestination. Dan is also the co-host the Depolarize! and Reconstruct podcasts, plays guitar in Sherwood, and lives in Seattle.We have a large amount of fun talking to each other. Personally I love saying things I know he will disagree with, in just a snarky enough way, to get him going. As you will hear that happens. Plus I pitch Dan a vision of Christianity as a Wisdom tradition at the end. Although Dan is not as cool as Josh Patterson... he is still pretty cool and I was happy to have him on. Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My friend and fellow podcast nerd, Dan Koch, is back on the podcast.  Dan is here so I can tell you all about his brand new podcast – YOU HAVE PERMISSION. You Have Permission (hosted by Dan Koch — Depolarize! Podcast, Reconstruct) is a podcast for anyone asking those deep and timeless questions that humans… Read more about You Have Permission to be Awesome with Dan Koch

Welcome to You Have Permission, a brand new podcast from Dan Koch (Reconstruct, Depolarize!). So many of us have been given bad answers to good and difficult questions -- questions about God, suffering, fate, prayer, evangelism, and more. You have permission to take both Christianity and the modern world very seriously. This introduction mini-episode features some of Dan's story, as well as clips from upcoming episodes.

On this episode: -The Thanksgiving Episode -Thoughts on gratitude -I really don't like college football's rivalry week. -A tool for decision-making -The claim that Europeans were illegal immigrants -A porn-fighting ministry -Weekly Sports --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cory-truax/support

The first of two episodes (non-consecutive) focusing directly on the phenomenon of tribalism. Dan and Ellen hear from and respond to Donna Freitas (2:00), Michael Blake (15:00), and Christena Cleveland (37:00). Donna: https://www.donnafreitas.com/ Michael: https://phil.washington.edu/people/michael-blake Christena: http://www.christenacleveland.com/ – – – – Depolarize! is produced by Dan Koch & mixed by Chris Keene & Scott Cangemi … Continue reading Tribalism: Power, Bias, Performance →

Welcome to a new season of Depolarize!  Dan and Ellen are excited to be back in the saddle, and this week we are debuting a new episode style: While You Were Evangelizing. What was going on in the more liberal-leaning Mainline Protestant church over the last 70 years?  Dale B. Martin helps us compare and … Continue reading While You Were Evangelizing: Hell (with Dale B. Martin) →

Part 2 of our episode featuring Mary, Jennifer and Father Tom, and also our last of Season 2!  Thank you for your continued support, and we are already looking forward to Season 3. Depolarize! is produced by Dan Koch, edited by Scott Cangemi & Chris Keene, mixed by Chris Keene Support the show financially & … Continue reading A Catholic, a Mennonite & an Orthodox Priest Walk Into a Podcast, Part 2 →

At home, at your local congregation and at that church in Corinth back in the day, Joey and Ellen Mauro (from Depolarize! Podcast) talk about women’s place in this world.  Can they teach men?  Should they have their own agenda in marriage or do they need to embrace their husband’s?  Are these simply asinine questions? http://badchristianmedia.com/depolarize/

On our previous episode, Dan & Ellen took a backseat to the stories of five Christians of color, told in their own words.  This episode is a more standard Depolarize approach: dissecting and responding to these voters’ answers to Dan’s questions, and comparing them to what we heard from White Evangelicals (on either side of … Continue reading Going Deeper with Christians of Color →

Chip Judd (30 years counseling experience) and Ellen Mauro (co-host of Depolarize! Podcast) debate and discuss the risks of spending alone time with the opposite gender in date-like scenarios, car rides, closed doors.  Is this playing with fire?  Or is this a dated policy that churches need to abort from so females can stop feeling like they are merely hot-bodies, dangerous, predatory, male-slaying dragons. Depolarize! Podcast: http://badchristianmedia.com/depolarize/ PWNA music courtesy of Master Dan Koch: http://dankoch.net/

Nish and Amy are back together again! This week we talk about the abrupt resignation/retirement of Willow Creek's founding pastor Bill Hybels after one of the women who have accused him of sexual misconduct and harassment wrote publicly about her story. When it comes to championing women in ministry, Hybels has been one of the good guys in evangelicalism. But good guys are not immune to abusing their power. We also take up an alarming BuzzFeed News analysis of Muslim-bashing by American politicians that documents instances in 49 states, primarily by GOP officeholders. And we ended by talking about Amy's recent piece in the New York Times about Trump and evangelicals, in which she argued that 80 percent of white evangelicals would vote against Jesus Christ himself if he ran as a Democrat. **_Please visit our [Patreon Page](https://www.patreon.com/impolitecompanypodcast) and consider becoming a monthly patron of the show, for as little as $1 per month. We're planning a Google Hangout with patrons in the month of April--there's still time to sign up as a patron and join us!_** Discussed This Week: [Why It's a Big Deal That Evangelical Pastor Bill Hybels Just Stepped Down Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations](https://slate.com/human-interest/2018/04/why-its-a-big-deal-evangelical-pastor-bill-hybels-just-quit-amid-sexual-misconduct-allegations.html) (Ruth Graham, Slate) [Vonda Dyer's Statement Re: Chicago Tribune and Bill Hybels](https://vondadyer.weebly.com/blog) (VondaDyer.com) [Flawed Process, Wounded Women](https://www.nancylortberg.com/) (statement from former Willow Creek board member Nancy Ortberg) [Shining the Light on the Truth](https://veritasbetold.wixsite.com/website) (statement from former Willow Creek Elder Betty Schmidt) [Why We Can't Move On](http://www.nancylbeach.com/blog/2018/4/11/why-we-cant-move-on) (statement from former Willow Creek pastor Nancy Beach) [State and Local Republican Officials Have Been Bashing Muslims. We Counted.](https://www.buzzfeed.com/hannahallam/trump-republicans-bashing-muslims-without-repercussions?utm_term=.hvj0Nz8GXQ#.qiEN9kPR8E) (Hannah Allam and Talal Ansari, BuzzFeed News) [Trump's Christian Soldiers](https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/31/opinion/sunday/trump-evangelicals-christians-easter.html) (Amy Sullivan, New York Times) [Depolarize](http://badchristianmedia.com/depolarize/) podcast (Dan Koch)

Dan Koch, musician-turned-podcaster and host of the Reconstruct podcast, is on to talk about the second season of the Depolarize! podcast. After throwing shade at former CCM bands who also have their own podcast, they talk about the silent partner behind the Depolarize podcast - The Righteous Mind by Jonathan Haidt, his ambitions to stop the Trump event, why the continued support of Trump is arguably much more dangerous than a one-time election, and what has changed between season 1 and season 2 of Depolarize. Is there a sickness in white evangelicalism today that has to do with: political power? eroded confidence in institutions that deserve confidence? a persecution complex that ignores the actual suffering of persecuted people? Plus, what lessons Dan hopes the Depolarize! project will teach, the best ways to resist Trump, why cultivating mindfulness practices is vital, why you can't just rely on those who already agree with you to affect political change, and the burden of individually interpreting the world and scripture and the anxiety that creates. Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Koch, musician-turned-podcaster and host of the Reconstruct podcast, is on to talk about the second season of the Depolarize! podcast. After throwing shade at former CCM bands who also have their own podcast, they talk about the silent partner behind the Depolarize podcast – The Righteous Mind by Jonathan Haidt, his ambitions to stop the Trump… Read more about The Best Antidote to Rampant Partisanship with Dan Koch

Dan Koch, host of the Depolarize podcast, joins me to talk about his thoughts while reading "How to Think," by Baylor literature professor Alan Jacobs. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thelonggame. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hosts of Depolarize! Podcast, Dan and Ellen, come in studio to hang out and give us an update on this masterpiece of a podcast. Season two brings in new co-host, Ellen Mauro, as they track down and interview Trump supporters and non-supporters from all walks of life, depolarizing the world one person at a time.   Links & Sponsors: BadChristian.com thebcclub.com Zip Recruiter: ziprecruiter.com/BADCHRISTIAN

Ellen will be joining Depolarize for Season 2, which begins next week. We hear about her background, political and psychological areas of interest, and we laugh a lot, because Ellen is very funny.

The final episode before Depolarize enters Season 2! Dan chats live at the BadChristian Conference in Nashville, TN, with author and journalist Jonathan Merritt (The Atlantic, WaPo, Religion News Service, The Week) about the state of White Evangelicalism in America today.

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Our friend Dan Koch joins to talk about political and religious polarization, and how the goals and themes of his two podcasts (Depolarize!, and Reconstruct) overlap with Don't Feed the Trolls. Also Matt gets defensive about his Facebook use, and Nate gets offensive about a popular band. Check out Dan Koch's podcasts: http://badchristianmedia.com/depolarize/ https://www.reconstructpodcast.com/ Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/dontfeedthetrolls Website: www.trollspodcast.com iTunes: bit.ly/trollspodcast RSS: bit.ly/trollsfeed Google: bit.ly/trollsgoogle

Dan stopped by the studio for “Break It Down with Matt Carter” to talk about taking a break from social media/Depolarize, recent events in Virginia, and what he has been thinking about and working on this past summer.

Dan discusses what he’s learned making 41 episodes of Depolarize!, the principles he still finds valuable, why it is difficult sometimes to follow his own advice, as well as what is next for the show and for him, including breaking for the Summer.

Dan Koch, host and co-host of the podcasts Depolarize and Reconstruct joins us from Seattle. We cover some ground: Podcast tech, commercial songwriting, politics, theology, media bias, Trump, enlarged amygdalae, open theism, & gender pronouns. So grab a beverage and get comfy. Plus Dan tells us what liberals and conservatives get wrong about each other both politically and theologically. Great stuff, indeed! #CraftPodcasting Subscribe to Depolarize & Reconstruct wherever fine podcasts are found. www.dankoch.net https://www.facebook.com/Sherwood/ Let's get social! We read feedback! https://www.facebook.com/brosbiblesbeer https://twitter.com/brosbiblesbeer

Dan Koch, of Depolarize! Podcast and Reconstruct, was kind enough to spend some time with us asking some very good questions about our church, VOX Community, and it's surrounding culture. This episode will also appear on one of his upcoming shows so he spends some time asking Mike some very good questions as well regarding the Eucharist, LGBTQ in the church, and politics in respect to Evangelicalism. We had a ton of fun and we are so grateful to be sharing this work together in the podcast arena. Check out Dan's resources below: Depolarize! Podcast: http://badchristianmedia.com/depolarize Reconstruct Podcast: https://www.reconstructpodcast.com Dan Koch Music : http://dankoch.net Sherwood band: http://sherwoodmusic.net Pacific Gold band: http://www.pacific-gold.com - Mike Erre Learn more about the VOX Podcast: www.voxpodcast.com Subscribe on iTunes - http://apple.co/1Lla1Nj Music provided by Izzi Ray - http://www.soundcloud.com/izziray Music available on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/izzi-ray/id386256769 Support the VOX Podcast on Patreon: www.patreon.com/voxpodcast Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/thevoxpodcast Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/voxpodcast Follow Mike on Twitter www.twitter.com/mikeerre Follow Andy on Twitter www.twitter.com/Andy_lara Mike Erre participates as VOX Team Leader at VOX Community, a church expression of the VOX Podcast. Learn more about VOX Community at www.voxoc.com. Listen to our Sunday teaching from VOX Community: www.soundcloud.com/voxcommunity

How are our decisions affected by our cognition versus our intuition? Is it more similar to a man driving a car, or a man riding an elephant? The Righteous Mind by Jonathan Haidt has been influential for Matt and Dan Koch (Sherwood, Depolarize! Podcast) as they have thought through divides of all kinds. They also discuss upcoming protests and having a goal to seek more complex intuitions.   Links and Sponsors:    breakitdownpod.com emerymusic.com http://bswusa.com/ code DOWN for 10% off https://joeysturgistones.com/ code PODCAST20 for 20% off http://badchristianmedia.com/depolarize/ https://www.reconstructpodcast.com/    http://righteousmind.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Election Special! Dan Koch joins to about the 2016 US presidential election and what might happen on Nov 8th and beyond. We also talk about the World Series as it relates to the rest of 2016. Don't skip this one. We offer some very balanced discussion in light of a very depressing election season. Check out Dan's podcast Depolarize! for more balanced political discussion. Patreon: www.patreon.com/dontfeedthetrolls Website: www.trollspodcast.com iTunes: bit.ly/trollspodcast RSS: bit.ly/trollsfeed Google: bit.ly/trollsgoogle

The extended BadChristian family comes together for a bonus episode to get their reactions of this year's second presidential debate. Post-debate commentary is brought to you by Matt MacDonald and Nate Henry of Don't Feed The Trolls, Toby Morrell of Unstoppable Badass, and Dan Koch of the new podcast Depolarize! This episode is sponsored by Lyft. Get 3 rides up to $10 each free by using the code BadChristian. Join the BC Club at thebcclub.com. Links: badchristianmedia.com Depolarize! depolarizepodcast.com Don't Feed the Trolls: trollspodcast.com Unstoppable Badass: badchristianmedia.com/badass

A live post-debate break down with a bunch of friends. Matt MacDonald and Dan Koch meet at Matt Carters house in Seattle to Skype in the southern viewpoint from Nashville, by way of Nate Henry, Toby Morrell, and Aaron Lunsford. Subscribe to their podcasts! Other podcasts represented: Depolarize! The BadChristian Podcast Unstoppable Badass Break it Down Patreon: www.patreon.com/dontfeedthetrolls Website: www.trollspodcast.com iTunes: bit.ly/trollspodcast RSS: bit.ly/trollsfeed Google: bit.ly/trollsgoogle

On the first episode of Depolarize!, Dan chats with Jared Yeates Sexton, contributor to New Republic and The New York Times, about covering Trump rallies (2:15), the political divide in America (7:30), changing attitudes toward masculinity (31:30), generational differences (35:00), which rhetoric from Trump has no place in any discussion (42:00), narratives from the Left … Continue reading 1: Trump Rallies with Jared Yeates Sexton →