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Stand Up For The Truth Podcast
Replay – Usama Dakdok: Lies in the Textbooks that are Destroying our Children's Faith

Stand Up For The Truth Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 55:16


[Original airdate: 10/5/23] Mary Danielsen talks to author, speaker and Islam expert Usama Dakdok about the lies in America's textbooks. The war on our kids isn't just related to gender and alternative lifestyles; we must remember that there is deep spiritual deception in the schools. If the bible is not truthful about Israel, the Land, the Book and her enemies then it's not true about anything. He shows us that Islam is rotting us from the inside and the results may just be that our children may never open the Book ever again once they are grown.  A timely expose of how our enemy comes to steal, kill and destroy. Usama is the author of "The Generous Qu'ran", the only truly accurate English translation of the Koran available. Other translations sanitize and sugarcoat the harsher tenets of this political movement disguised as a religion. With Americans having fought wars in Islamic states for decades now, it is valuable to understand what they believe.

The Briefing - AlbertMohler.com
Wednesday, June 18, 2025

The Briefing - AlbertMohler.com

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 26:40


This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:14 - 11:55)A Crisis of Existential Crises: Outside of Christ, Everything is an Existential CrisisWhy Is Everything an Existential Crisis? by The Wall Street Journal (Andrew Hartz)Part II (11:55 - 17:00)Is Burning the Koran a Crime in the UK? A Strange Alliance of Secularists and Christians are Questioning a Ruling in the UKA ruling in Britain stokes fears of backdoor blasphemy laws by The EconomistPart III (17:00 - 22:22)President Macron is Posturing: The Big Problems with the Calls by France's President for a Palestinian StatePart IV (22:22 - 26:40)The Non-Existent European Constitution: The 20th Anniversary of the European Vote for a Written Constitution That FailedThe constitution that never was still haunts Europe 20 years on by The EconomistSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

The Secret Teachings
Legions of Demons Drunk on the Blood of Christ (6/16/25)

The Secret Teachings

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 120:01


While people argue about what is the right or wrong thing to do in regard to Iran and Israel, the narrative is changing quicker than anyone can keep up with. Now Israel's PM says: “We will not have a second holocaust,” as if this constant invocation of trauma justifies endless wars. The bottom line is this: the intelligence agencies of the US-Britain-Israel were instrumental in establishing terrorism going back to the Soviet-Afghan War with the Mujahideen, al-Qaeda, and ISIS, not to mention the overthrowing of the 1953 Iranian government and the same thing in the 1970s; in almost every case facilitating, creating power vacuums, sparking civil war, and the like to create radical Islam in its modern context. The US in particular has financed and armed both Israel and Iran, just as Israel propped up Hamas and continues to arm terrorist groups. The bottom line is also this: the Koran instructs Muslims to never commit suicide and to never engage in usury. With eyes on these facts, something else is also missing from the equation. From Afghanistan and Iraq to Syria, Libya, and Iran, these conflicts are all aligned directly with Jewish holy days, and thus act as blood sacrifices to their tribal god, which rely on Christian and Muslim blood. The pushers of the incessant lies of WMDs and the “bomb” are also physical manifestations of demons from Collin de Plancy's infernal dictionary, i.e., wicked forces that manifest in physical characteristics. Rabbi Shmuley personifies Belphegor, Laura Loomer personifies Eurynome, Randy Fine personifies Abraxas, and Benjamin Netanyahu personifies Baal. In some cases, there are people like Leslie Wexner who literally blames the Jewish demon Dybbuk for his greed and wickedness. These demons are also expressed in Hollywood via pig orcs, slave traders, and bankers. Just as Jesus said to the Jewish leaders in John 8:44, “You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father's desires.” The Mossad motto is “by deception we wage war.” This is why the reports of everything happening are so confusing: Trump said to hold off a day before the attack in hopes of a peace deal, while he also said an attack “could very well happen” and pulled embassy staff; then the US was also not supposed to have known of the attack, or certainly be in support of it, and was not supposed to have had any role whatsoever, yet also conspired via a fake feud to deceive the Iranians in preparations for an attack that was planned for eight months; then Trump was said to have given a red light to an Israeli plan to kill the supreme Iranian leader, something that a spokesperson for Netanyahu told CNN was “FAKE,” while also reports about the Israeli plan itself to kill Khamenei were “fake.” *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.-FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKYOUTUBEMAIN WEBSITECashApp: $rdgable Paypal email rdgable1991@gmail.comEMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

MDR Investigativ – Hinter der Recherche
Sind muslimische Männer gewalttätiger gegenüber Frauen als andere?

MDR Investigativ – Hinter der Recherche

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 41:07


Es ist ein Vorurteil, und wir wollen in dieser Folge darüber sprechen: Sind Männer aus muslimisch geprägten Gesellschaften gewaltbereiter gegenüber Frauen? Was sagt die Statistik? Und welche Rolle spielt der Koran?

Wisdom of Crowds
Abbas Milani on the Future of Iran

Wisdom of Crowds

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 47:49


This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit wisdomofcrowds.liveThe war between Iran and Israel is bound to determine the future of the Middle East and, possibly, the whole world. The time is fitting, then, to release Shadi Hamid's and Santiago Ramos' conversation with Abbas Milani, professor of political science and Iran Studies at Stanford University. Professor Milani is a world-renowned authority on Iran, having published Lost Wisdom: Rethinking Modernity in Iran and The Shah, a definitive biography of Mohamed Reza Pahvalvi, the last Shah of Iran, among many other books. He joined us this past December to discuss Iranian politics, secularism and the future.“A giant with a feet of clay, but with more staying power than some in the opposition think.” This is how Milani describes the state of the Iranian regime months before the war with Israel. The regime's “base of support is fragile … has no unity of purpose,” and yet, “ten, fifteen, twenty percent of the population is [still] willing to go along with it.” It teeters on the brink of collapse while some international players, including Russia and China, “more or less” support it. Unfortunately, the regime faces no “cohesive opposition.”Milani explores the future possibilities for Iran. Iranians want a secular democracy, he argues, and an “Islamic democracy” is not possible, he says, because “democracy is acceptance of ambiguity in the human condition.” Santiago and Shadi push back on this point. Santiago points to figures like Harriet Tubman and Martin Luther King, Jr., who embraced both religion and democracy, while Shadi argues for the role that reason plays in Islam. Milani counters that there can be an Iranian modernity — if not an Islamic democracy — and that a future Iran need not follow “the path of Atatürk.”Our bonus section for paid subscribers will be useful to future historians of the Iranian revolution. Santiago asks Milani, “When did you stop being a Stalinist?” Milani discusses his ideological evolution. Milani talks about his year in prison — 1977 — where he shared the same cell block as many of the current leaders of the Islamic Republic. He talks about why he was arrested, what he read while in prison, why he wasn't allowed to read the Koran in prison, and why it's the case that “you understand the mettle of people very quickly in prison.” You will not want to miss this bonus section.Required Reading:* Abbas Milani, “Iran's Incremental Revolution” (The Atlantic). * Abbas Milani, The Shah (Amazon).* Abbas Milani, Lost Wisdom: Rethinking Modernity in Iran (Amazon). * The Islamic Golden Age (Wikipedia). * Rūmī (Britannica). * Clifford Geertz (Institute for Advanced Study).* Leszek Kolakowski, Main Currents of Marxist (Amazon). * Antonio Gramsci (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy).* Richard Rorty (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy).* Roberto Mangabeira Unger (Harvard Law School). * Profile of Mahmoud Taleghani (New York Times). * Mikhail Bulgakov, The Master and Margarita (Amazon).Free preview video:

NDR Info - Blickpunkt: Diesseits
Was sagt der Koran über die Schöpfung? Glaube, Ursprung, Verantwortung

NDR Info - Blickpunkt: Diesseits

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 34:07


Ein Gott, der Himmel und Erde fragt, ob sie willig oder widerwillig erschaffen werden möchten. Die beiden Antipoden entscheiden sich weise für „willig“. Später formt derselbe Gott den Menschen aus Lehm und haucht ihm Leben, eine Seele, etwas Göttliches ein und überträgt so dem Menschen die Verantwortung für die Schöpfung. Das hört sich bekannt an? Ja und nein. Es ist der Gott der Muslimminen und Muslime. Wie unterscheiden sich die Schöpfungs-Geschichten, wo stimmen sie überein und welche Auswirkungen hat das, was im Koran vor mehr als tausend Jahren aufgeschrieben wurde, auf uns heute?

The David Knight Show
Tue Episode #2029: Trump Deploys National Guard to LA — Newsom Furious, Lawsuit Incoming

The David Knight Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 181:40


00;00;00;00 – 00;00;56;24Show Introduction & Current Headlines:Opening segment introduces the show and highlights major news stories, including violent riots in Los Angeles, political clashes between Donald Trump and Gavin Newsom, and a fatal Tesla self-driving accident involving a grandmother, raising public safety concerns over the rollout of robotaxis.00;02;53;20 – 00;04;55;18Koran Burning & UK Free Speech Issues:Coverage of atheist Hammad Coskun, who was physically attacked and legally charged after burning a Koran in London to protest Islamic extremism. The incident prompts a discussion about religiously aggravated offenses, the resurgence of blasphemy-style laws in the UK, and their impact on free speech rights.00;05;18;25 – 00;09;00;20Texas Abortion Surveillance & Privacy Violations:Texas police reportedly used over 83,000 license plate readers to monitor and track a woman suspected of self-managing an abortion. The segment examines the implications of post-Roe surveillance tactics, cross-state legal enforcement, and erosion of privacy rights.00;21;19;04 – 00;24;58;09Death of RU486 Inventor & Legacy Debate:Etienne Emil Value, inventor of the abortion pill RU486, dies at 98. The show discusses his legacy, including the drug's link to millions of abortions, ethical concerns over its Nazi-affiliated pharmaceutical origins, and the pill's health risks for women.00;43;24;13 – 00;47;54;16Pornographic Material in School Libraries:A Connecticut Republican representative reads explicit excerpts from a book available in school libraries during a legislative hearing and is reprimanded for “inappropriate” content. The incident highlights contradictions in what material is deemed acceptable for public hearings versus children's access in schools.00;51;21;25 – 00;54;41;17Presbyterian Church USA's LGBT Ordination Rule:The Presbyterian Church USA passes a new rule requiring all ordination candidates to be questioned about their stance on LGBT issues. Critics argue this could marginalize theologically conservative Christians and reduce diversity of belief within church leadership.01;07;51;19 – 01;12;06;09Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Grace Shara's Care:Family of 19-year-old Grace Shara, who had Down syndrome, files a wrongful death lawsuit against a Wisconsin hospital. They claim she died not from COVID-19 but from an unauthorized Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order and a lethal drug combination administered without family consent.01;23;46;26 – 01;25;42;16Hospital Isolation Practices & Ventilator Pressure:Further details on Grace Shara's case reveal that her communication devices were taken away and her father was removed by armed guards. The family alleges they were pressured repeatedly to authorize a ventilator, which is known to have a high mortality rate.01;40;05;19 – 01;44;52;12Mainstream Endorsement of Lab Leak Theory:Segment covers the growing acceptance of the COVID-19 lab leak theory by mainstream institutions, including the CIA and FBI. Discussion suggests this shift may be part of a controlled narrative strategy, rather than an open pursuit of truth, to manage public opinion and division.01;52;17;24 – 01;57;07;18FBI Investigates Fauci's Role in COVID Origins:FBI Director Kash Patel announces seizure of Anthony Fauci's phone and computer equipment in a new phase of the COVID-19 origin investigation. Raises questions about whether true accountability will follow and if Fauci's broader pandemic role will be scrutinized.02;07;12;10 – 02;11;20;28Parents Criminally Charged Over Infant Sleep Deaths:Pennsylvania parents are charged with felonies after their infants die in unsafe sleep positions, despite no legal requirements. Critics argue these prosecutions criminalize parental grief and ignore other potential contributors, including possible vaccine-related SIDS factors.02;34;08;19 – 02;47;41;21Trump vs. Newsom Over National Guard Deployment:Trump unilaterally deploys the National Guard to Los Angeles amid immigration protests, bypassing California state authority. Governor Newsom threatens legal action, sparking a larger debate over federalism, executive overreach, and the political theatrics surrounding the crisis.Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

The REAL David Knight Show
Tue Episode #2029: Trump Deploys National Guard to LA — Newsom Furious, Lawsuit Incoming

The REAL David Knight Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 181:40


00;00;00;00 – 00;00;56;24Show Introduction & Current Headlines:Opening segment introduces the show and highlights major news stories, including violent riots in Los Angeles, political clashes between Donald Trump and Gavin Newsom, and a fatal Tesla self-driving accident involving a grandmother, raising public safety concerns over the rollout of robotaxis.00;02;53;20 – 00;04;55;18Koran Burning & UK Free Speech Issues:Coverage of atheist Hammad Coskun, who was physically attacked and legally charged after burning a Koran in London to protest Islamic extremism. The incident prompts a discussion about religiously aggravated offenses, the resurgence of blasphemy-style laws in the UK, and their impact on free speech rights.00;05;18;25 – 00;09;00;20Texas Abortion Surveillance & Privacy Violations:Texas police reportedly used over 83,000 license plate readers to monitor and track a woman suspected of self-managing an abortion. The segment examines the implications of post-Roe surveillance tactics, cross-state legal enforcement, and erosion of privacy rights.00;21;19;04 – 00;24;58;09Death of RU486 Inventor & Legacy Debate:Etienne Emil Value, inventor of the abortion pill RU486, dies at 98. The show discusses his legacy, including the drug's link to millions of abortions, ethical concerns over its Nazi-affiliated pharmaceutical origins, and the pill's health risks for women.00;43;24;13 – 00;47;54;16Pornographic Material in School Libraries:A Connecticut Republican representative reads explicit excerpts from a book available in school libraries during a legislative hearing and is reprimanded for “inappropriate” content. The incident highlights contradictions in what material is deemed acceptable for public hearings versus children's access in schools.00;51;21;25 – 00;54;41;17Presbyterian Church USA's LGBT Ordination Rule:The Presbyterian Church USA passes a new rule requiring all ordination candidates to be questioned about their stance on LGBT issues. Critics argue this could marginalize theologically conservative Christians and reduce diversity of belief within church leadership.01;07;51;19 – 01;12;06;09Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Grace Shara's Care:Family of 19-year-old Grace Shara, who had Down syndrome, files a wrongful death lawsuit against a Wisconsin hospital. They claim she died not from COVID-19 but from an unauthorized Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order and a lethal drug combination administered without family consent.01;23;46;26 – 01;25;42;16Hospital Isolation Practices & Ventilator Pressure:Further details on Grace Shara's case reveal that her communication devices were taken away and her father was removed by armed guards. The family alleges they were pressured repeatedly to authorize a ventilator, which is known to have a high mortality rate.01;40;05;19 – 01;44;52;12Mainstream Endorsement of Lab Leak Theory:Segment covers the growing acceptance of the COVID-19 lab leak theory by mainstream institutions, including the CIA and FBI. Discussion suggests this shift may be part of a controlled narrative strategy, rather than an open pursuit of truth, to manage public opinion and division.01;52;17;24 – 01;57;07;18FBI Investigates Fauci's Role in COVID Origins:FBI Director Kash Patel announces seizure of Anthony Fauci's phone and computer equipment in a new phase of the COVID-19 origin investigation. Raises questions about whether true accountability will follow and if Fauci's broader pandemic role will be scrutinized.02;07;12;10 – 02;11;20;28Parents Criminally Charged Over Infant Sleep Deaths:Pennsylvania parents are charged with felonies after their infants die in unsafe sleep positions, despite no legal requirements. Critics argue these prosecutions criminalize parental grief and ignore other potential contributors, including possible vaccine-related SIDS factors.02;34;08;19 – 02;47;41;21Trump vs. Newsom Over National Guard Deployment:Trump unilaterally deploys the National Guard to Los Angeles amid immigration protests, bypassing California state authority. Governor Newsom threatens legal action, sparking a larger debate over federalism, executive overreach, and the political theatrics surrounding the crisis.Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

Adventure On Deck
Does Faith Divide or Unite? Week 13: The Koran and Rumi's Poems

Adventure On Deck

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 26:54


The Honest Broker's Humanities Course shifts to the Middle East and Persia, exploring the Quran (circa 800 A.D.) and the 13th-century poet Rumi, before returning to Rome next week. The reading, kept under 250 pages, includes 14 of the Quran's 114 surahs (1-5, 12, 17, 18, 32, 36, 55, 67, 103, 112) and self-selected Rumi poems. New to both texts, I approached them with curiosity, trusting the curator's selection after prior Bible readings, but found the experience underwhelming.The Quran portrays Allah as focused on division between believers and unbelievers, with frequent mentions of hell for those lacking faith. Submission to Allah's will is paramount, and praying toward Mecca symbolizes spiritual alignment and community unity. The text excludes Jews from Abraham's promise if they do wrong, though some verses suggest salvation for believers, possibly including Jews and Christians. Jesus is depicted as a prophet, not divine, contrasting Christian beliefs. Allah seems to emphasize punishing unbelievers, with hell referenced often, and fasting is highlighted as a path to righteousness, noted during Ramadan.Familiar Biblical stories—Cain and Abel, Joseph, Moses—appear but differ from their older Genesis versions. Joseph, for example, is nearly perfect in the Quran, unlike the flawed figure in the Bible. The origins of these variations remain unclear after online research. Some Quranic verses, like “God does not burden any soul beyond its capacity” (Surah 2:286), contrast with Christian teachings, such as Galatians 6:2's call to “bear one another's burdens.”Rumi's poetry feels modern and dreamlike but elusive compared to upcoming Roman poets. Plans are in place to revisit Rumi when studying Dante, a contemporary. The Quran was read on a Kindle (Clear Quran translation), which hindered the experience due to reliance on spatial memory for physical books, making note-taking and recall difficult. Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan's music and Islamic architecture were briefly explored but felt overwhelming. Next week's reading covers Virgil's Aeneid (Books 1 and 2), Ovid's Metamorphoses (Book 1), and selections from Horace, Catullus, and Sulpicia in Davenport's Portable Roman Reader, with Verdi and Puccini arias and cave art.LINKSTed Gioia/The Honest Broker's 12-Month Immersive Humanities Course (paywalled!)My Amazon Book List (NOT an affiliate link)Rumi's PoemsCONNECTTo read more of my writing, visit my Substack - https://www.cheryldrury.substack.com.Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cldrury/ LISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bdApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crack-the-book/id1749793321 Captivate - https://crackthebook.captivate.fm

Crossing Faiths
165: Lost Civilizations, Including Ours

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 56:43


In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John and Elliot discuss a wide range of interconnected themes, beginning with the pulp hero The Shadow and how his powers of mind control relate to the cultural trope of mysticism found in the world's unexplored frontiers. They explore the human psychological need for mystery, from ancient lost civilizations in the Hindu Kush to modern conspiracy theories, and debate whether our current civilization is an apex or merely built upon the ruins of greater, forgotten ones. The conversation then shifts to a deep analysis of the modern global financial and political systems, arguing that these structures are designed for self-preservation and profit, often at the expense of individuals and without genuine concern for existential threats like climate change or war. Using examples from the 2008 financial crisis, the university system, and international rivalries, they posit that while these systems sustain the current world order, their inherent flaws and the petty conflicts of those in power prevent true progress and leave humanity vulnerable.

The Two-Minute Briefing
Labour's winter fuel U-turn fires up Farage

The Two-Minute Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 35:22


Rachel Reeves finally confirmed Labour's rumoured U-turn on the winter fuel cut for pensioners this lunchtime, completing a humiliating climb down for the Government. Nigel Farage was quick to take credit for the reversal in a speech in Wales.Camilla and Gordon ask whether Reform's continual outflanking of the Tories like this is only cementing their place in the public's minds as the unofficial opposition.Later, they speak to the MP tabling a new free speech bill after a man was prosecuted for burning a Koran. Nick Timothy says that blasphemy are being brought in through the back door to quash criticism of Islam.We want to hear from you! Email us at TheDailyT@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on X, Instagram and TikTok.Producer: Georgia Coan and Lilian FawcettSenior Producer: John CadiganPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineyExecutive Producer: Louisa WellsSocial Media Producer: Robbie NicholsVideo Editor: Andy MackenzieStudio Operator: Meghan SearleOriginal music by Goss Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The spiked podcast
366: How Koran-burning became a crime in Britain

The spiked podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 44:38


Liam Halligan, Tom Slater and Fraser Myers discuss Hamit Coskun's conviction, Rachel Reeves's fantasy economics, Trump's tariff masterplan and the anti-Semitic attack in Colorado. Looking to give AG1 a shot? If you want to support your health seven mornings a week, start with AG1. Subscribe now and get a FREE bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 AND five free AG1 Travel Packs with your first subscription. Go to drinkAG1.com/spiked to get started today. Take your business to the next level with Shopify. Sign up now and get a £1-per-month trial period: https://shopify.co.uk/spiked  Check out Liam's Substack, When the Facts Change: https://liamhalligan.substack.com/

Irreverend: Faith and Current Affairs
Have Blasphemy Laws Been Reintroduced in Britain?

Irreverend: Faith and Current Affairs

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 77:48


Church of England rev with a difference Jamie Franklin sits down to talk about the biggest stories in church and state. This time we ask if blasphemy laws have been reintroduced in Britain since the prosecution of protestor Hamit Coskun for burning a Koran and criticising Islam in public. Would such a thing happen to someone burning the Bible? And does the secular state have any defences against the incursion of Islamic sentiment into the public square?All that plus:- Biblical scholar and Anglican bishop NT Wright goes woke on abortion.- Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick goes toe-to-toe with would-be Tube fare dodgers.- And Labour MP seeks to make abortion legal up to birth.Enjoy!Send your children to the King Alfred School! https://www.thekingalfredschool.co.uk/#Would you like to sponsor an episode? Get in touch: irreverendpod@gmail.com!Subscribe to Jamie's blog Good Things: https://jamiefranklin.substack.comBuy Jamie's Book! THE GREAT RETURNPlease Support the Podcast!You make Irreverend possible. You can now support us on Substack! https://irreverendpod.substack.com/. Or support us on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/irreverend) or Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irreverend). To make a direct donation or to get in touch with questions or comments please email irreverendpod@gmail.com!Notices:Daniel French Substack: https://undergroundchurch.substack.com/Jamie Franklin Substack: https://jamiefranklin.substack.comIrreverend Substack: https://irreverendpod.substack.comFollow us on Twitter: https://x.com/IrreverendPodFind me a church: https://irreverendpod.com/church-finder/Join our Irreverend Telegram group: https://t.me/irreverendpodFind links to our episodes, social media accounts and ways to support us at https://www.irreverendpod.com!Thursday Circles: http://thursdaycircle.com Support the show

Ö1 Religion aktuell
Aufstand gegen Woelki++Oberster Steyler Missionar

Ö1 Religion aktuell

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 4:48


Moderation Martin Gross/Gesendet in Ö1 am 6.6.2025++Der umstrittene deutsche Kardinal Rainer Maria Woelki stößt auf immer mehr Widerstand. In einer Petition fordern jetzt zehn-tausende Menschen, dass der Kölner Erzbischof abgesetzt werden soll(Andreas Jölli)++In einer Welt zunehmender Spannungen, Krisen und Konflikte brauche es wieder eine stärkere Rückbesinnung auf Prinzipien und ein solidarisches Miteinander, das sagt der Generalobere des weltweit tätigen Ordens der Steyler Missionare, der gebürtige Brasilianer Pater Anselmo Ribeiro. (Andreas Mittendorfer)++In der Türkei kann die Religionsbehörde in Ankara ab sofort alle türkischen Koranübersetzungen verbieten und vernichten lassen, die - wie es heißt - "im Widerspruch zu den Grundprinzipien des Islams" stehen. Kritiker sprechen von Inquisition und einer religiösen Diktatur.

The Secret Teachings
Fourth Estate Fifth Plane: An Anti Gentile Conspiracy (6/5/25)

The Secret Teachings

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 180:01


A new June 2025 documentary from TMZ addresses the “fifth plane” of September 11, 2001, with testimonies from United 23 flight crew about what was almost another act of terrorism. Although certainly a missing piece of the story, the documentary does more to speculate and imply who and what was responsible for the other events than actually prove anything about the flight. The film has flight attendants, and a dramatization over their stories, who believed men who wore tan suits, a person in a burka, a sweating passenger, and passengers who didn't eat meat, were highly suspicious - all 24 years after the fact with post-911 perceptions. This follows the June 2024 release of a video that implied Saudi was directly involved in 911. These two stories follow the motif - going back to 2002 - when the Guardian reported “Uncle Sam's Lucky Finds,” which documented “the discovery of a flight manual in Arabic and a copy of the Koran in a car hired by Mohammed Atta and abandoned at Boston airport…” Then, a few days later, “another find, two blocks away from the twin towers, in the shape of Atta's passport.” Something was similarly said of another suspected plotter of 911.After the early 2025 New Orleans truck attack we likewise saw a reporter enter Shamsud-Din Jabbar's supposed home to find “religious materials, his Quran, an open Quran, with the passage there… and his prayer rug.”This follows the official description of 911 as Islamic “suicide attacks committed in 2001 by 19 militants associated with the Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda against targets.”All of this is despite the fact that these terrorists were documented to have been drinking alcohol, eating meat (even pork), hanging out with strippers, and spending lots of time in Las Vegas. And that is despite the fact that Muslims are forbidden from committing suicide, drinking alcohol or eating general meat, forbidden to engage with prostitution, and that there are no 72 virgins promised in their holy book. This is also despite the fact that at least 4 of the 19 supposed hijackers were still alive weeks after that fateful day. One story that is either lost, ignored, or debunked, is the report about 5 Dancing Israelis, an ABC story documenting how a witness named Maria in New Jersey watched three men on the roof of a white van “taking a movie.” She said they were taking video and phots of themselves with the World Trade Center burning in the background; they were “like happy, you know… they didn't look shocked to me.” After contacting authorities, police found the van filled with five men, a box cutter, lots of cash, and a curious defense: "We are Israeli. We are not your problem. Your problems are our problems. The Palestinians are the problem.” The media then, as today, ran stories about Dancing Palestinians with no context to the short clips. Conveniently, an Israeli also happened to be at the Boulder, Colorado, fire attack recently to provide evidence of another Mohammed hurting innocent people. And this follows the embassy worker shooting in Washington by a man who happened to have a Jewish name. Both of these cases resulted in the ADL and US-AG calling for hardcore crackdowns of the First Amendment, just as 911 was used to wage the Israeli-US agenda of endless conflicts for regime change, resource theft, and systematic extermination of Arab populations across the Middle East. Just as General Wesley Clark claimed to have seen as part of a plan at the pentagon (7 countries in 5 years) prior to the invasion of Iraq - and with zero reasoning or evidence. And this followed the PNAC think tank - founded by William Kristol and Robert Kagan in 1997 (both Jewish) - that produced a document called Rebuilding America's Defenses, calling for a “catastrophic and catalyzing event - like a new Pearl Harbor”; which is exactly what President Bush said in the White House daily log after 911: "The Pearl Harbor of the 21st century took place today. We think it's Osama bin Laden." And many years later in 2008, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the use of 911 for just such a plan: “We are benefiting from one thing, and that is the attack on the Twin Towers and Pentagon, and the American struggle in Iraq.” He said in one interview, “It's very good…. well, not very good, but it will generate immediate sympathy.” And this doesn't account for the Jewish Larry Silverstein who pulled Building 7 or the Jewish Michael Chertoff, former Secretary of Homeland Security, who co-wrote the Patriot Act and sold body scanners to airports. All the while Islam and Muslims have been blamed for 911 and virtually every other form of terrorism, while the entire Arab world has grown justifiably more angry with the western world and Israel (a country founded on terrorism) for their condemnation of that world and for their subsequent destruction of the same - creating immense blowback. And then profiting from said destruction with defense contractors, private security firms, and the general military industrial complex enriching themselves on the backs of a widespread ethnic cleansing of the Arab world. Now that the Arab world is fully prepared to retaliate against the western world, there is modern justification to finish the job that Israel started - all to their benefit.And the same exact operation is occurring with Blackrock and Zelensky (the gay-Jewish-actor) in Ukraine with minerals, agricultural land, strategic land, and other resources. Ukraine, a country he said was going to be “a big Israel.”*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.-FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKYOUTUBEMAIN WEBSITECashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Tag für Tag Beiträge - Deutschlandfunk
Erdogan greift nach dem Koran

Tag für Tag Beiträge - Deutschlandfunk

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 6:30


Güsten, Susanne www.deutschlandfunk.de, Tag für Tag

Adventure On Deck
He did WHAT?! Week 12: Lives of the Caesars

Adventure On Deck

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 33:58


Can you be scandalized by a 2000-year-old book? I think I was with Suetonius' Lives of the Caesars, a gripping, gossipy account of the first twelve Roman emperors, from Julius Caesar to Domitian. Written around 120 AD, Suetonius' work (part of The Honest Broker's “Humanities in 52 Weeks” list) blends history with salacious details, offering a vivid, if dark, portrait of power, excess, and moral decline. It's not exactly light beach reading but proved endlessly fascinating for its unapologetic dive into the personal lives of Rome's rulers.Suetonius, born around 70 AD to a Roman knight family, organizes the book into twelve biographies, which I've listed here for easy reference:Julius CaesarAugustusTiberiusCaligulaClaudiusNeroGalbaOthoVitelliusVespasianTitusDomitian. Notably, Galba, Otho, and Vitellius, from the chaotic years of 68-69 AD, were barely recognized as emperors. Each biography sketches the ruler's family background, reign, military campaigns, and personal habits, with Suetonius excelling in the juicy details of their excesses. His vivid prose, like describing Caligula as transitioning from “emperor” to “monster,” reveals the depravity of unchecked power—think murders, incest, and shocking debauchery.The book's strength lies in its storytelling, but its darkness—wanton death, sexual depravity, and a lack of heroism—can be exhausting. The Roman people's hope for better rulers is repeatedly dashed, as seen when Caligula's assassination leads to Claudius, another cruel leader. The complex web of intermarriage and adoptions among the Julio-Claudians is dizzying, with family trees barely helping. Economically, Suetonius notes rising “value” in Roman real estate under Julius Caesar, missing that this was inflation driven by reckless state spending, a recurring issue that strained the empire and its people.Suetonius' perspective, shaped by living through Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian's reigns, adds depth, though his distance from earlier emperors allows for embellishment. This week's music was Mozart's symphonies 39-41, sweetness and light compared to Rome's darkness. This is a year-long challenge! Join me next week for the Koran and the poems of Rumi.LINKTed Gioia/The Honest Broker's 12-Month Immersive Humanities Course (paywalled!)My Amazon Book List (NOT an affiliate link)I misspoke! Gates of Fire was written by Steven Pressfield, not Victor Davis Hansen. Sorry about that!CONNECTTo read more of my writing, visit my Substack - https://www.cheryldrury.substack.com.Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cldrury/ LISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bdApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crack-the-book/id1749793321 Captivate - https://crackthebook.captivate.fm

Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show
Courts 'reviving blasphemy laws' after convicting man who burned Koran

Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 143:13


On Nick Ferrari at Breakfast.Environment Secretary Steve Reed joins Nick as KKR pull out of plans to buy Thames Water.And British Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies speaks to LBC as Canoeing OnlyFans star opens up after having Olympic dream sunk.All of this and more on Nick Ferrari: The Whole Show Podcast.

On The Edge With Andrew Gold
542. EXPOSED: Met Police Caught in New DEI Favoritism Scandal - Peter Bleksley

On The Edge With Andrew Gold

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 69:14


Former undercover detective Peter Bleksley exposes the dark underbelly of modern British policing in this gripping episode of Heretics. From secret DEI schemes inside the Met to blasphemy laws re-emerging by stealth, Bleksley reveals the shocking transformation of the UK police force. SPONSORS: Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/HERETICS  Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics  Set up your online dream biz on https://shopify.co.uk/glassbox

Battle4Freedom
Battle4Freedom-20250602 - A Stabbing Truth - Civilization is Slowly Dying

Battle4Freedom

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 59:36


A Stabbing Truth - Civilization is Slowly DyingWebsite: http://www.battle4freedom.com/Network: https://www.mojo50.comStreaming: https://www.rumble.com/Battle4Freedomhttps://www.youtube.com/@_battle4freedomhttps://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ecclesiastes%203%3A18&version=CJBEcclesiastes 3:18Concerning people, I said to myself, "G_d is testing them, so that they will see that by themselves they are just animals."https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14771005/Mass-stabbing-Salem-Oregon.htmlMass stabbing in downtown Salem as at least 11 people are rushed to hospitalhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14770433/terror-attack-boulder-colorado-mall-multiple-injured.htmlMohamed Sabry Soliman: Colorado terror suspect is identified as horror footage shows him with Molotov cocktails taunting victimshttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14770457/Teenage-Muslim-convert-plotted-Isle-Wight-Festival-terror-attack-knifed-TEN-prison-officers-jailed-named-time.htmlTeenage Muslim-convert who plotted Isle of Wight Festival terror attack and has knifed TEN prison officers since being jailed is named for the first timehttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14770461/Man-50-set-fire-Koran-outside-Turkish-consulate-London-says-never-come-Britain-knew-country-does-not-free-speech.htmlMan, 50, who set fire to the Koran outside the Turkish consulate in London says he never would have come to Britain if he 'knew this country does not have free speech'https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14758883/americans-dietary-fiber-protect-cancer-forever-chemicals.htmlScientists discover food that flushes out cancer-causing forever chemicalshttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14767201/breast-cancer-invisible-tumours-study-scans.htmlMajor discovery about 'invisible' breast tumours that are too small to show up on scanshttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-14770297/Doctors-warn-horrifying-new-effect-fat-jabs-elderly-frail-risk.htmlDoctors warn of a horrifying new side effect of taking fat jabs - with the elderly and frail especially at riskhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-14754965/Elon-Musks-worst-fear-comes-true-study-reveals-young-adults-choosing-babies.htmlElon Musk's greatest fear realized as young adults find a replacement for 'burdensome' babieshttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-14763045/Elon-Musk-reveals-new-bombshell-plan-leaves-Trumps-White-House.htmlElon Musk reveals new bombshell plan as he leaves Trump's White HouseCredit to:https://unsplash.com/photos/a-long-exposure-shot-of-a-moving-subway-train-and-advertisement-posters-at-the-station-S_mEIfXRzIk

The Two-Minute Briefing
Why Labour can't be trusted to defend Britain

The Two-Minute Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 32:14


The Strategic Defence Review is out. Designed to be a root and branch look at all aspects of Britain's armed forces, and billed as a “message to Moscow”, the message no doubt reaching the Kremlin is – Keir Starmer doesn't have a clue what he's doing.Just as the Prime Minister appeared to be pulling back from his commitment to raise defence spending to 3 per cent of GDP, a record 1200 small boats crossed the Channel on Saturday. Can this Labour Government be trusted to defend Britain?Elsewhere, Chief Reporter Robert Mendick fills us in on the story of Hamit Coskun, the 50 year old Turkish asylum seeker who's been convicted of a public order offence after setting fire to a copy of the Koran.We want to hear from you! Email us at TheDailyT@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on X, Instagram and TikTok.Producer: Georgia CoanSenior Producer: John CadiganPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineyExecutive Producer: Louisa WellsSocial Media Producer: Ruby BorgVideo Editor: Andy MackenzieStudio Operator: Meghan SearleOriginal music by Goss Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

{ungeskriptet} - Menschen mit Ecken und Kanten
#195 Wie gefährlich ist der Islam wirklich? (Pierre Vogel)

{ungeskriptet} - Menschen mit Ecken und Kanten

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 238:44


Mein Gast, Pierre Vogel, war einst Profiboxer und ist heute einer der bekanntesten islamischen Prediger Deutschlands. In diesem Podcast sprechen wir über seinen ungewöhnlichen Lebensweg: Von seiner Kindheit im Rheinland über seine spirituelle Suche bis hin zu seiner umstrittenen Rolle in der Öffentlichkeit. Pierre erzählt, wie er beim Zivildienst angefangen hat, sich existenzielle Fragen zu stellen: Was ist der Sinn des Lebens? Was kommt nach dem Tod? Der Koran habe ihn dabei überzeugt – nicht nur rational, sondern auch emotional. Er spricht offen darüber, wie ihn Medien als „Hassprediger“ darstellten, wie er überwacht wurde – und sogar vom IS auf eine Todesliste gesetzt wurde. Seine klare Botschaft: „Ich bin kein Freund von Terror – ich bin ihr Feind.“ Wir führten ein spannendes, kontroverses Gespräch über Religion, Identität und den Sinn des Lebens. Aufnahmedatum: 28.05.2025 Sponsoren: (WERBUNG) https://linktr.ee/ungeskriptet_werbepartner KAPITEL: (00:00:00) - Medien, Framing und die Erschaffung eines Feindbildes (01:07:41) - Vom Boxer zum Muslim (01:52:07) - Terroristen verstehen den Koran falsch (02:34:19) - Verfolgt vom IS, beobachtet vom Staat (03:04:25) - Wie kommt man in den Himmel? (03:50:51) - Abschlussfrage Ben: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ungeskriptetbyben?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ungeskriptet Instagram: https://instagram.com/ben_ungeskriptet X: https://x.com/benungeskriptet?s=21 Pierre: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pierrevogeltiktok Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PierreVogeloffiziell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pierre_vogel_support?igsh=MTljamRiZ3Jwbm54Nw%3D%3D {ungeskriptet} gibt's hier bei YouTube und überall, wo es Podcasts gibt. Alle weiteren Links: https://www.ungeskriptet.com Mein Ziel ist, der beste Podcast Host Deutschlands zu werden. Ich verspreche dir, die spannendsten Gäste an meinen Tisch zu holen. 100% Realtalk. No Bullshit. #besterpodcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

331 - 3 Frauen, 3 Religionen, 1 Thema
#94 Vatertag oder Muttertag – wieviel Religion steckt in diesen Feiertagen?

331 - 3 Frauen, 3 Religionen, 1 Thema

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 48:06


In dieser Folge von 3-3-1 – Drei Frauen, drei Religionen, ein Thema widmen sich Kübra, Maike und Rebecca Feiertagen wie Muttertag und Vatertag – und hinterfragen ihre Bedeutung aus religiöser, historischer und gesellschaftlicher Perspektive. Warum wird der Muttertag oft mit Blumen und der Vatertag mit Bier gefeiert? Welche Wurzeln haben diese Feiertage in Religion und Geschichte – und welche problematischen Narrative transportieren sie? Die drei Moderatorinnen diskutieren über die NS-Vergangenheit des Muttertags, den Zusammenhang zwischen Christi Himmelfahrt und Vatertag sowie religiöse Gebote zur Ehrung von Eltern in Bibel, Thora und Koran. Auch persönliche Erfahrungen, queere Perspektiven auf Familie und der gesellschaftliche Umgang mit Care-Arbeit finden Raum. Und schließlich stellt sie die zentrale Frage: Wäre es nicht viel sinnvoller, Elternschaft ganzjährig wertzuschätzen – ohne Klischees, Kommerz und erhobene Zeigefinger? Eine kluge, emotionale und oft augenzwinkernde Episode, die zeigt: Elternsein ist viel mehr als ein Kalenderdatum.

Crossing Faiths
164: Joseph Yoo

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 82:18


In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna talks with Joseph Yoo, an Episcopalian pastor, about a wide array of topics, beginning with their shared, humorous appreciation for professional wrestling, which serves as a recurring touchstone for discussions on belief, community, and the nature of fandom. Yoo shares his journey from a Methodist upbringing (his father was a preacher) to becoming an Episcopalian priest and his current work planting a new, inclusive church in a former bakery in Texas, emphasizing the importance of belonging before believing. They explore themes of faith deconstruction, the interpretation of scripture (using Jonah as an example), the challenges and nuances of church leadership, and outreach in the modern world, all interwoven with personal anecdotes and lighthearted banter about cultural differences in religious practice and the human need for meaning. Joseph Yoo is the priest of Mosaic Episcopal church in Houston. You can visit https://linktr.ee/JosephYoo to connect with him.

Historically Thinking: Conversations about historical knowledge and how we achieve it

While Islam has often been characterized as unitary and unchanging, by both Muslims and Westerners for their own particular reasons, that has never been the case–and today's world is no exception. Legalists and mystics debate, and radical groups exist at the same time as Muslim feminists who advocate new interpretations of the Koran.  This is the core argument of my guest John Tolan's new book Islam: A New History, from Muhammad to the Present. Ranging from new historical research on the first decades of the origins of the Muslim faith, he moves across centuries and millennia capturing the diversity and debate which characterized the history of the youngest of the three great monotheistic religions. Its diversity was fueled not just by religious debate, but by the great cultures which it assimilated, engaged, or had continual contact over the vast territory across which it spread.  John Tolan is professor emeritus of history at the University of Nantes. His books include England's Jews, Faces of Muhammad, Saint Francis and the Sultan, and Saracens.  

Crossing Faiths
163 - Karen Volker: Preventing Violence

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 29:34


John Pinna sits down with Karen Volker, the newly appointed Executive Director of the United Religions Initiative (URI). Karen shares URI's inspiring 25-year evolution into a powerful global grassroots interfaith network, detailing how its local "Cooperation Circles" tackle diverse challenges by applying a "health approach" to violence prevention, inspired by models like Cure Violence. Listeners discover URI's strategic focus on building capacity, fostering connections, and measuring the tangible impact of interfaith actors working collaboratively to create cultures of peace, justice, and healing, offering a hopeful vision for how diverse communities can achieve real-world change.

David Hathaway
Georgia and Kazakhstan Ministry Report: April-May 2025

David Hathaway

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 4:00


At the beginning of May, something extraordinary happened in Batumi, Georgia. We gathered 1,000 Adjaran Georgians - Muslims by background - in a hotel ballroom for three unforgettable days. And there, David preached Jesus to them... not just as a prophet mentioned in the Koran as Isa Messih, but as the living Son of God, risen in power! Whilst in April, David arrived in Kazakhstan on his 93rd birthday, marking 75 years in ministry. Leaders from across the Almaty region came to be encouraged by a man who served through 30 years of Soviet persecution - and over 30 more in the turbulent years that followed. Still tireless, still passionate, David continues to inspire with a faith that never fades. For details on these missions trips visit our website: eurovision.org.uk

SBS Polish - SBS po polsku
Ed Husic krytykuje Partię Pracy, a rywalizacja o przywództwo w Partii Liberalnej nabiera tempa

SBS Polish - SBS po polsku

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 5:25


Jako pierwszy muzułmański minister w historii Australii, Ed Husic trzy lata temu złożył przysięgę na Koran – świętą księgę islamu – obejmując stanowisko w rządzie. Dziś, gdy Partia Pracy finalizuje skład gabinetu na swoją drugą kadencję, Husic twierdzi, że został z niego usunięty, częściowo z powodu swojego stanowiska wobec konfliktu w Strefie Gazy.

Crossing Faiths
161 - Maurice Bloem

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 40:33


This podcast interview between John Pinna and Maurice Bloem of the Joint Learning Initiative (JLI) on Faith and Local Communities explores the JLI's unique approach to leveraging data and evidence for just and sustainable development. Bloem emphasizes the importance of going beyond traditional top-down models and incorporating local wisdom and diverse perspectives, including what he calls the "Ducky" framework for growth and collaboration. The conversation highlights the critical role of faith-based organizations in development due to their long-term community relationships and understanding of faith as a core aspect of identity, while also addressing the challenge of navigating bias and promoting genuine listening and dialogue in an increasingly polarized world.

Crossing Faiths
162: John Kiriakou

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 41:02


This conversation between John Pinna and former CIA officer John Kiriakou delves into the significance of the private meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky at the Vatican. Kiriakou, drawing on his intelligence and foreign policy background, analyzes the meeting in the context of past interactions between the two leaders, particularly a previous public dressing-down of Zelensky by Trump. Both Pinna and Kiriakou highlight the perceived value and return to direct diplomatic engagement, a departure from recent trends. The interview discusses the unpredictability of Trump's approach, the changing political landscape within the Republican party regarding foreign intervention, and the potential implications of direct talks with adversarial nations, using examples like Iran and North Korea. They also touch on the historical use of unconventional "back channels" in U.S. foreign policy and the challenges of navigating bureaucracy and ingrained perspectives within intelligence and foreign policy institutions. The conversation ultimately underscores the importance of direct communication, even with adversaries, to enhance strategic interests and overcome limitations posed by reliance on traditional, potentially outdated, information sources and approaches.

Crossing Faiths
160: Ani Zonneveld - Muslims for Progressive Values

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 44:41


In this episode, John Pinna has a conversation with Ani Zonneveld, founder and president of Muslims for Progressive Values (MPV). Zonneveld discusses the organization's founding in response to the narrow representation of American Muslims post-9/11 and the dominance of conservative Muslim organizations. She highlights MPV's commitment to "10 principles" rooted in the social justice values of the Quran, emphasizing human dignity for all, including LGBTQ+ individuals, and the importance of egalitarian spiritual leadership, including female imams. The discussion also touches on the shifting political landscape, the increasing alliance between the Christian and Muslim right based on "family values" as code for anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment, and the potential threats to public education through legal challenges rooted in religious liberty claims. Zonneveld contrasts progressive faith organizations, which advocate for the separation of religion and state and inclusive values, with conservative religious groups that utilize religion to justify discrimination. She shares personal anecdotes, including a powerful encounter with an orthodox imam that led to a change in perspective on LGBTQ+ dignity. Zonneveld also critiques the hypocrisy within interfaith circles and the lack of action on human rights issues by some religious organizations. She ultimately emphasizes the importance of operationalizing core Islamic values of social justice and universal human dignity and making these teachings accessible to the public to foster change from within the Muslim community.

The Uncensored Unprofessor
413 Crusades (6) First Crusade (and Reading the Koran)

The Uncensored Unprofessor

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 50:11


They started heading southeast in 1096. Three full years later, June of 1099, the Crusaders arrived at the walls of Jerusalem, multiple armies led by multiple personages. And, other than wanting to rescue the Holy Land from Muslims, they weren't even on the same page. So then, what happened when they finally sieged the walls of Jerusalem? On a related theme, what percentage of Crusaders actually were present out of the many armies that left Germania, France, and Italy? And because I find their ardor, zeal, passion, and commitment utterly fascinating, I muse about what must it have been like to share such purpose. In this sixth episode on the Crusades I also explain why there is such a divergence between Muslims who view violent warfare as a holy calling and Muslims who view jihad as a spiritual-existential effort. In the show's brief opening I reflect on the meaning of Easter and talk about a recent survey on pastors and the depths of their Christian worldviews. Come think and laugh with me!

Crossing Faiths
159: 159: Jeff Mitchell - Was Jesus Real?

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 76:47


This episode features a conversation between John Pinna and Jeff Mitchell, an atheist and author of the book "Jesus Demigod (https://a.co/d/ddpkbqa)", which argues that Jesus did not exist. Mitchell shares his faith journey, having grown up as a Christian in the Bible Belt and later becoming an atheist after critically examining the Bible and Christian theology. The conversation explores topics such as the historicity of Jesus, the reliability of the New Testament, and the concept of truth. Mitchell argues that the evidence for Jesus is abysmal and that the stories about him are literary creations, while John Pinna shares his perspective as a person of faith, highlighting the importance of respectful dialogue and critical thinking. The discussion touches on the challenges of confronting uncomfortable truths, the value of life, and the need for civil conversations in the face of disagreement. Special Guest: Jeff Mitchell.

So what you're saying is...
Racist Police Block White Job Applicants + Koran Burning Charges_ CPS Endorses Islamic Blasphemy Law

So what you're saying is...

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 51:08


On this week's #NCFNewspeak, the panel discuss: * Labour's rape gang betrayal * Koran burner Pprosecution: Does the CPS believe in an Islamic blasphemy law? * Racist police block white job applicants

The Uncensored Unprofessor
411 Crusades (4) Muslim Religious Motivations

The Uncensored Unprofessor

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 50:19


Welcome to the most-difficult-to-produce episode I've ever put out! Why? Because I am talking about Islam following the way Mohammed and the Koran talk(ed) about Islam. The West suffers from a kind of historical amnesia about both the Crusades and Islam; almost like there is a willful ignorance at work. But what did Mohammed himself offer to Muslims who go to war? With what kind of pious language did he describe jihad to the glory of Allah? To help frame the disconnect today I also explain the current perspective on religion versus how religion was always practiced, everywhere. And, to my surprise (I felt so naive) I note the reigning Protestant meme-perspective on the Crusades. To open the show I offer reflections both on today's Evangelical piety and the process of becoming who we are, as persons. We emphasize the "I'm at a crossroads!" decisions, but it is the little, daily, mundane decisions that truly shape who we are.

Crossing Faiths
158: Francesca Albanese - Palestinian Human Rights

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 28:29


This episode features a conversation with Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur for human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories, who details the legal and political realities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She argues that Israel's 57-year occupation is unlawful and functions as a vehicle for annexation and repression, characterizing it as apartheid. Albanese asserts that Israel has committed acts of genocide in Gaza, as part of a long-term plan to create a Greater Israel devoid of Palestinians, and that this is increasingly extending to the repression of Jewish citizens who oppose the occupation. She critiques the international community's insufficient response, highlighting the need for accountability through sanctions and divestment, and stresses the importance of recognizing Palestinian rights – including the right to self-determination, an end to apartheid, and reparations – before pursuing political solutions like a two-state solution. Ultimately, she emphasizes the urgent need to halt the ongoing destruction and potential erasure of the Palestinian people and to shift focus towards protecting their fundamental human rights. https://www.ohchr.org/en/special-procedures/sr-palestine/francesca-albanese Ms. Francesca Albanese is an international lawyer, specialised in human rights and the Middle East. Since May 2022, she has served as the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territory occupied since 1967 (oPt).

Crossing Faiths
157: 157: The Problem with Human Presidents

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 62:45


In their podcast conversation, John Pinna and Elliot Toman discuss the evolution of religious freedom within the context of the Trump administrations. They examine how Trump 1.0 championed international religious freedom, while Trump 2.0 has shifted towards a focus on "religious liberty," specifically targeting anti-Christian bias, which prompts concerns about potential oppression. They analyze the shift in terminology noting the approval of a military battle plan by Trump's administration that targeted Muslims during prayer. Pinna and Toman debate whether this shift is due to Trump's personal convictions which they doubt, or the influence of certain constituencies wanting to promote religious liberty as it is framed. The conversation also explores political maneuvering and how this relates to current events regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Crossing Faiths
156: Hasia Diner - Food and Culture of Jewish Immigrants

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 34:40


This podcast episode explores the multifaceted relationship between food, identity, and community, particularly within immigrant and Jewish communities in America. It features a discussion with a professor emerita specializing in American Jewish and immigration history, who shares personal anecdotes and insights related to how food serves as both a boundary, preserving cultural traditions and a bridge, fostering connection and understanding across different groups. The conversation touches on historical and present-day dynamics, how food cultures have shifted, the politicization of food and the challenges and opportunities this presents. Hasia R. Diner is an American historian who serves as Professor Emerita at the Departments of History and the Skirball Department of Hebrew and Judaic Studies at New York University. She previously held the position of Paul S. and Sylvia Steinberg Professor of American Jewish History. Diner is the Director of the Goldstein-Goren Center for American Jewish History and has also served as Interim Director of Glucksman Ireland House NYU. She was the former series editor for the Goldstein-Goren series in American Jewish History. Her prolific scholarship includes notable works such as "Hungering for America: Italian, Irish and Jewish Foodways in the Age of Migration," "The Jews of the United States, 1654 to 2000," "We Remember With Reverence and Love: American Jews and the Myth of Silence after the Holocaust, 1945–1962," and "Immigration: An American History," co-authored with Carl Bon Tempo.

Jay's Analysis
Nefarious Connections: British Intelligence and Islam with Jay Dyer & COTEL

Jay's Analysis

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 144:08


"In this stream I am joined by Jay Dyer to discuss the interesting connections and history between British intelligence and Islam. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think. God bless."-COTEL is here https://www.youtube.com/@ChurchoftheEternalLogosSend Superchats at any time here: https://streamlabs.com/jaydyer/tip Get started with Bitcoin here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/jaydyer/ The New Philosophy Course is here: https://marketplace.autonomyagora.com/philosophy101 Set up recurring Choq subscription with the discount code JAY44LIFE for 44% off now https://choq.com Lore coffee is here: https://www.patristicfaith.com/coffee/ Orders for the Red Book are here: https://jaysanalysis.com/product/the-red-book-essays-on-theology-philosophy-new-jay-dyer-book/ Subscribe to my site here: https://jaysanalysis.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Follow me on R0kfin here: https://rokfin.com/jaydyerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-sanalysis--1423846/support.

Tore Says Show
Sun 23 Mar, 2025: Pyramids And Narratives - Soft Priming - Disclosure Phase II - Disengaged Observer - Global Grids - Faith Weapons - God Bless America

Tore Says Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 194:29


It's public space night, and the wide ranging group discussion ensues. Grant joins Tore for the evening. Bringing people along slowly takes a strategy. Credible information can be fed to soft prime the world. It's disclosure, but a gentle one. Thru whistle blowers works great. We are actually in Phase II. There's more than one Arc Of The Covenant. Science created one version. Huh? Planet X could raise gravitational havoc. Why would NASA be hinting? Poles have flipped before, but we didn't depend on tech back then. Another Y2K? Pyramids exist all over the world. Advanced ancient tech is a good bait subject. Tesla terrorists could be planted. Bergrum and the contract tracing app. What did Jesus study in the unknown years. Was alchemy on the list? Religion as a whip has been very effective. When two or more gather, that's a church. They hijacked all religions, not just Christianity. How important is your faith to you? Dialing God's number outside the space. Focusing on life's purpose, which is service to others. And, it's reciprocal. The essence of the Koran is actually love. The big question remains, is free will there too? Going to bliss without Netflix. The pyramids might be at the epicenter of what's to come. Love yourself and God, then the rest will come naturally.

Crossing Faiths
155: 155: Momin Sheikh

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 58:26


This episode features a conversation with Momin Sheikh, exploring the intersection of faith, culture, and identity within the Muslim community, particularly focusing on the experiences of first-generation American Muslims. The hosts discuss the nuances of being "Pakistani Muslim" versus strictly religious, addressing how cultural practices often blend with and sometimes overshadow core Islamic tenets. The conversation navigates through personal faith journeys, the challenges of maintaining religious identity in a Western context, especially post-9/11, and the evolving interpretation of Islamic practices. They examine the importance of spirituality, good works, and ethical conduct as expressions of faith, while grappling with prescriptive religious practices and the diversity of beliefs within Islam, advocating for a more inclusive and action-oriented approach to faith. Momin Sheikh is an entrepreneur and real estate developer based in Philadelphia. At Frankel Management Company (FMC), he leads development efforts with his team to deliver 100-200 multi-family residential units and over 250,000 sq. ft. of commercial space annually. His work focuses on fund strategy, capital raises, and investor relations, bringing transformative projects to life. Beyond real estate, Momin is the founder of Open Admissions, an edtech company dedicated to expanding access to higher education. Through technology-driven solutions, the platform empowers students to navigate the college admissions process with confidence and clarity. Previously, he founded MerakiCMO, a consulting agency that served over two dozen multinational clients. Before launching his own ventures, he held senior finance roles at JP Morgan, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo, gaining extensive experience in investment banking, private equity, and commercial lending. That background shaped his ability to structure deals, underwrite investments, and foster strong relationships with stakeholders. Momin is also deeply committed to philanthropy. He co-founded Friends For Good, a nonprofit that connects young professionals to charitable causes, and serves on the boards of organizations such as CareLink, Down North Pizza, and Big Brothers Big Sisters, where he mentors and contributes to community-driven initiatives. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, collecting art, and supporting causes close to his heart. In 2019, he was honored with the Philadelphia Business Journal's 40-Under-40 award, recognizing his contributions to business and the community.

Crossing Faiths
154: 154: Roya Mahboob - Rule Breakers

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 23:38


In this conversation between John Pinna and Roya Mahboob, they discuss the stark contrast between Afghanistan's "golden age" of women's advancement from 2001-2021 and the current Taliban regime's gender apartheid policies. Mahboob details how her organization, Digital Citizen Fund, has shifted from establishing technology centers and teaching digital literacy to supporting underground education networks since the Taliban takeover. They explore the upcoming film "Rule Breakers," which chronicles Mahboob's journey and the Afghan girls robotics team, highlighting Muslim women's capabilities in STEM fields. Despite the dire current situation, Mahboob expresses hope, noting that unlike the Taliban's previous rule in 1996, today's younger population has experienced freedom and retains access to information through technology. She emphasizes that education remains the key to preventing extremism, and calls for international pressure on the Taliban alongside practical support for Afghan women's remote learning opportunities. Roya Mahboob is an Afghan tech entrepreneur and the founder of Citadel Software, a software development company based in Herat. In addition to being one of Afghanistan's first female tech CEOs, Mahboob founded the Digital Citizen Fund, a nonprofit that aims to increase women's technological literacy and provide employment and educational opportunities for girls in Afghanistan. Mahboob was named one of TIME's 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2013 for her innovative initiatives to expand computer education. She has created nine IT centers for girls in high schools across Afghanistan and plans to expand her programs to 40 schools, ultimately reaching more than 160,000 female students. Mahboob has also taken her model beyond Afghanistan to schools in Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Nepal. After facing death threats from the Taliban and others for her work, Mahboob left the country in 2013 and spent two years working remotely before returning to Afghanistan in 2016. She founded the Afghan Girls Robotics Team, also known as the Afghan Dreamers, an all-girl robotics team. She was recognized as an Asia Game Changer in 2019 and received the Doha Forum Award in 2022. Additionally, Mahboob has been honored with the Lantos Human Rights Awards and the Presidential Leadership Scholarship. The film Rule Breakers release this March 7th, which is based on Roya's experience with the Afghan Girls Robotics Team.

Crossing Faiths
153: 153: Flipping the Script(ures)

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 58:43


In this candid conversation between John Pinna and Elliot Toman, the hosts explore compelling aspects of religious narratives, focusing on Christianity and Islam's different interpretations of Jesus. John, a Muslim, argues that the Islamic view of Jesus presents him as a prophet who didn't die on the cross but ascended to heaven, removing the "cult of personality" that Christianity created. Elliot, approaching from a Christian perspective, suggests that Christianity's narrative of God "flipping the script" through Jesus's sacrifice can be deeply compelling when properly understood. The conversation examines tensions in both faiths, including Islam's emphasis on clear guidelines versus Christianity's redemptive story, while questioning why God's message seems ambiguous across religions. They critically discuss how religious communities handle persecution complexes, with American Christians redefining "martyrdom" to maintain religious identity while living comfortably, and ultimately reflect on how messianic figures like Trump can supplant authentic religious ideals in contemporary society.

Jack Tomczak Podcast
The DFL's Deficits and Deceit with Senator Mark Koran and Dr. John Spry

Jack Tomczak Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 69:38


Crossing Faiths
152: 152: Michael Barton - American Revert

Crossing Faiths

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 57:10


In this podcast interview, John Pinna speaks with Michael Barton, a Muslim revert from Wichita, Kansas who converted to Islam in 2006. Barton discusses his journey from Methodism to Islam, describing how he felt disconnected from his Christian upbringing despite a strong belief in God. He shares how his college anthropology studies and encounters with Muslim students sparked his interest in Islam, particularly when he discovered Islam's connection to biblical prophets and its pure monotheistic concept of God that resonated with his own beliefs. Barton details his gradual immersion in the Muslim community, from his first visit to a mosque to taking his Shahada during Ramadan, through his struggles balancing his new faith with old habits, to eventually becoming a principal at an Islamic school. He now actively shares his faith through TikTok and other social media platforms while reflecting on the challenges of being a Muslim in America's Bible Belt and the importance of presenting Islam with knowledge, nuance, and cultural sensitivity appropriate for the American context. https://linktr.ee/MichaelBarton

Jay's Analysis
Pt 1 - Muslims & Anti-Trinitarians Demolished! FULLY WRECKED! Jay Dyer, Godlogic, Fearless Truth

Jay's Analysis

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 95:44


A killer 3 hour open forum that ended up with perfect callers bringing standard challenges to the doctrine of the Trinity, as well as a host of oddball arguments and claims. Enjoy! GL is here https://www.youtube.com/@GodLogicApologetics Send Superchats at any time here: https://streamlabs.com/jaydyer/tip Get started with Bitcoin here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/jaydyer/ The New Philosophy Course is here: https://marketplace.autonomyagora.com/philosophy101 Set up recurring Choq subscription with the discount code JAY44LIFE for 44% off now https://choq.com Lore coffee is here: https://www.patristicfaith.com/coffee/ Orders for the Red Book are here: https://jaysanalysis.com/product/the-red-book-essays-on-theology-philosophy-new-jay-dyer-book/ Subscribe to my site here: https://jaysanalysis.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Follow me on R0kfin here: https://rokfin.com/jaydyer Music by Amid the Ruins 1453 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA/joinBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-sanalysis--1423846/support.

Jay's Analysis
Pt 2 - Muslims & Anti-Trinitarians Demolished! FULLY WRECKED! Jay Dyer, Godlogic, Fearless Truth

Jay's Analysis

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 97:59


A killer 3 hour open forum that ended up with perfect callers bringing standard challenges to the doctrine of the Trinity, as well as a host of oddball arguments and claims. Enjoy! GL is here https://www.youtube.com/@GodLogicApologetics Send Superchats at any time here: https://streamlabs.com/jaydyer/tip Get started with Bitcoin here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/jaydyer/ The New Philosophy Course is here: https://marketplace.autonomyagora.com/philosophy101 Set up recurring Choq subscription with the discount code JAY44LIFE for 44% off now https://choq.com Lore coffee is here: https://www.patristicfaith.com/coffee/ Orders for the Red Book are here: https://jaysanalysis.com/product/the-red-book-essays-on-theology-philosophy-new-jay-dyer-book/ Subscribe to my site here: https://jaysanalysis.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Follow me on R0kfin here: https://rokfin.com/jaydyer Music by Amid the Ruins 1453 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA/joinBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-sanalysis--1423846/support.

Countdown 2 Eternity on Oneplace.com
Islam's Prophecy of Their Invasion!

Countdown 2 Eternity on Oneplace.com

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 26:00


Today on Countdown 2 Eternity pastors James Kaddis and Tom Hughes will discuss the fraudulent similarities that exist between real Bible prophecy and the lies found in the Koran about the end times. Join us for a very informative discussion. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1479/29

Jay's Analysis
Part 2 - INTENSE DEBATES! Islam, Catholicism, Protestantism, Evangelicalism, Atheism VS Jay Dyer

Jay's Analysis

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 88:50


Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA/join Send Superchats at any time here: https://streamlabs.com/jaydyer/tip Get started with Bitcoin here: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/jaydyer/ The New Philosophy Course is here: https://marketplace.autonomyagora.com/philosophy101 Set up recurring Choq subscription with the discount code JAY44LIFE for 44% off now https://choq.com Lore coffee is here: https://www.patristicfaith.com/coffee/ Orders for the Red Book are here: https://jaysanalysis.com/product/the-red-book-essays-on-theology-philosophy-new-jay-dyer-book/ Subscribe to my site here: https://jaysanalysis.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Follow me on R0kfin here: https://rokfin.com/jaydyer Music by Amid the Ruins 1453Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jay-sanalysis--1423846/support.

The Atheist Experience
The Atheist Experience 29.04 with Secular Rarity and Armin Navabi

The Atheist Experience

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 129:07


In today's episode of the Atheist Experience, Secular Rarity and Armin Navabi, add sprinkles to our Sunday(sundaes), swim through the world of proof that atheism is in fact imaginary and not created by a non-god. Kenneth in VA, wonders if proving god should be done in the mystical sense when the scientific method fails. What is the point of talking about it if you are unable to describe this method? Are you feeling something that is god, or are you describing the feelings themselves? If SR has a pet that he is unable to describe at all, what is the likelihood that the pet is real? When something is happening that you are not in control of, is that what you would describe as god? How does being in a highly emotional state affect your perception of whether or not there is a god involved? How would you value these experiences, if it turns out their origin is not from a larger source, but are coming from you?Muslim Intellect in the UK asks: Would the world exist if god did not exist? How did you arrive at the position that the existence of the world proves god? Please describe how this is obvious to you, when it may not be obvious to us or anyone else. Why would we take the Koran seriously when we have not even established there is a god, and that particular god brought us the Koran? The message from Allah is worthless without this happening first. Why should we believe a book that says god is real and how do we know if the claims in the book are true?Mike with no pronouns in SC says that the song, “Imagine” is an atheist anthem and that atheism is imaginary. Why is it a problem for atheists to take a lack of position? How do you decide what question is the biggest question to ask? Somebody that does not have a claim does not need to prove anything. The burden of proof applies to specific claims, not general things. There is no need to mix up concepts and muddy the water. What changed your mind to make you go from a non-believer to a believer? Before your scientific discoveries, was anyone else in your eyes justified in believing in the god that you believe in?John in Canada believes in a non-god creator and uses the laws of energy and math to explain his position. You are making an equivocation on the word, “create”. Did you really think that explaining that things cause other things would prove your point?Jackie in MS wants to build a case that idealism as a metaphysical system makes the most sense out of any system. It is not necessarily true that without our perception, things won't exist. Language having a limit does not give us a reason to reduce the definitions of words to mean another word. Do the qualities of a rock change when there is nothing to look at that rock? Why is it impossible for the universe to exist before there was any consciousness to describe the perception? Do you think we have done enough to understand this topic? Does omnipotence seem weird or does it just break the rules?Thanks for tuning in this week! Question of the week is: What is really buried under the Kaaba at Mecca?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-atheist-experience--3254896/support.