Podcasts about pluralism project

He was born in Sikkim and lives in the USA, and in the course of engaging with his identity, has written powerful books of Sikh history, and revived its music. Sarbpreet Singh joins Amit Varma in episode 407 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss his life, his writing, his music and the lessons of Sikhism. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: 1. Sarbpreet Singh on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Linktree and Amazon. 2. The Story of the Sikhs -- Sarbpreet Singh's podcast on Spotify. 3. The Gurmat Sangeet Podcast. 4. The Gurmat Sangeet Project. 5. The Story of the Sikhs: 1469-1708 -- Sarbpreet Singh. 6. Cauldron, Sword and Victory: The Rise of the Sikhs -- Sarbpreet Singh. 7. The Camel Merchant of Philadelphia -- Sarbpreet Singh. 8. Kultar's Mime -- Sarbpreet Singh. 9. Night of the Restless Spirits: Stories from 1984 -- Sarbpreet Singh. 10. The Sufi's Nightingale -- Sarbpreet Singh. 11. Nanak Was Here — Episode 166 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Amardeep Singh). 12. Devdutt Pattanaik and the Stories That Shape Us -- Episode 404 of The Seen and the Unseen. 13. Sarbpreet Singh in conversation with Jerry Pinto. 14. The Life and Times of Jerry Pinto — Episode 314 of The Seen and the Unseen. 15. Em and the Big Hoom — Jerry Pinto. 16. History of the Sikhs -- JD Cunningham. 17. Khyal: Creativity within North India's Classical Music Tradition -- Bonnie Wade. 18. Who are the Guilty? -- The PUCL report about the 1984 riots. 19. Gangster Rule -- Madhu Kishwar. 20. Anthropological Knowledge and Collective Violence: The Riots in Delhi, November 1984 -- Veena Das. 21. 100 Years of Solitude -- Gabriel Garcia Marquez. 22. Episodes of The Seen and the Unseen with Ramachandra Guha: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. 23. In The City of Slaughter -- Hayyim Nahman Bialik. 24. Eichmann in Jerusalem: A Report on the Banality of Evil — Hannah Arendt. 25. The Pluralism Project. 25. Kaya Taran -- Sashi Kumar. 26. A History of the Sikhs -- Khushwant Singh. 27. Kirtan Sewa Malaysia. This episode is sponsored by CTQ Compounds. Check out The Daily Reader and FutureStack. Use the code UNSEEN for Rs 2500 off. Amit Varma and Ajay Shah have launched a new course called Life Lessons, which aims to be a launchpad towards learning essential life skills all of you need. For more details, and to sign up, click here. Amit and Ajay also bring out a weekly YouTube show, Everything is Everything. Have you watched it yet? You must! And have you read Amit's newsletter? Subscribe right away to The India Uncut Newsletter! It's free! Also check out Amit's online course, The Art of Clear Writing. Episode art: ‘Seeker' by Simahina.

Like many people of her generation, Janet was raised with little religious instruction, due to her parents' desire to be American. After some exploration into other faiths, she decided in her 20s to learn about the Judaism of her roots. It has been a long journey. She considers herself a JewBu – incorporating elements of both Judaism and Buddhism, generally the ritual and holidays of the former and philosophy of the latter, along with some meditation practice when faced with a challenging situation. Besides her personal journey, Janet spent years developing and leading programs and dialogues bridging religious and other differences. Youth LEAD and the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom are two she speaks of. Highlights:·       The three Cs of dialogue: Curiosity, Courage, and Compassion.·       Even after years of training and experience, we make mistakes and react instinctively.·       Speaking with people who are different is challenging. Using a structure all agree to is critical. ·       Dialogue is the foundation, letting us see each other's humanity, but action is then necessary to improve the world.  ·       Jewish values of tikkun olam, repairing the world, and tzedakah, charity, inform her social justice work.References:Prof. Diana Eck, Harvard University, Pluralism Project – https://pluralism.orgEboo Patel, Interfaith America – https://www.interfaithamerica.org/people/eboo-patel/Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom – https://sosspeace.orgRoots – https://www.friendsofroots.netCombatants for Peace – https://cfpeace.orgSocial Media links for Méli:Talking with God Project –  https://www.talkingwithgodproject.orgLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/melisolomon/Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066435622271Follow the podcast!The Living Our Beliefs podcast offers a place to learn about other religions and faith practices. When you hear about how observant Christians, Jews and Muslims live their faith, new ideas and questions arise:  Is your way similar or different?  Is there an idea or practice that you want to explore?  Understanding how other people live opens your mind and heart to new people you meet. Comments?  Want a transcript?  Email  Méli -         info@talkingwithgodproject.orgThe Living Our Beliefs podcast is part of the Talking with God Project. For information on talks, blog posts and more, go to – https://www.talkingwithgodproject.org/

Diana Eck, a professor of Comparative Religion and Indian Studies at Harvard University, leads The Pluralism Project, a research center that explores and interprets the religious dimensions of immigration; the growth of Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh, Jain, and Zoroastrian communities in the United States; and the issues of religious pluralism and American civil society. Nearly 25 years after Eboo cold-called her to discuss his idea for a new interfaith organization, they reflect on their shared commitment to pluralism.Guest Bio: Diana L. Eck is a scholar of religious studies who is a Professor of Comparative Religion and Indian Studies at Harvard University, a former faculty dean of Lowell House, and the Director of The Pluralism Project at Harvard. Eck received the National Humanities Award from President Clinton and the National Endowment for the Humanities in 1998, the Montana Governor's Humanities Award in 2003, and the Melcher Lifetime Achievement Award from the Unitarian Universalist Association in 2003. From 2005–06 she served as president of the American Academy of Religion.Visit Interfaith America to learn more about the organization and our podcast. Apply for a $250 grant to host a podcast listening party or win a $25 gift card for sharing your feedback. Learn more. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram to stay up to date with new episodes, interfaith stories, and our programs.

The freedom to believe—and express those religious beliefs—is embedded in America's founding documents. But being obviously religious—like wearing a hijab, turban or yarmulke—doesn't always bring a friendly response. If everyone knew, just by looking at you, that you are a person of faith, would you act differently? In this episode, we're thinking more deeply about how much we—as individuals and as a society—really value religious diversity and public expressions of faith. Guests: Simran Jeet Singh, Executive Director for the Aspen Institute's Religion & Society Program and author of The Light We Give: How Sikh Wisdom Can Transform Your Life.Justin McClain, Catholic educator and author of Called to Teach, Alleluia to Amen, and Called to Pray.Asma Uddin, attorney, visiting law professor at Catholic University of America, author of “When Islam Is Not a Religion: Inside America's Fight for Religious Freedom”Diana Eck, founder of The Pluralism Project at Harvard University(photo credit: Simran Jeet Singh by John Noltner)

Hamza Khan is a Democratic Strategist & political activist based in the Washington Metro Region's Maryland suburbs. He is also a frequent guest on national & international news stations to provide analysis & commentary on topics ranging from the environment to immigration & developing markets. Hamza is the founder of The Pluralism Project, an organization working to empower everyday Americans hailing from diverse narratives in our political process. He has previously consulted members of Congress & the US Senate on outreach strategies to immigrant populations & minority voters. He is a keynote speaker who has spoken at dozens of social & political events across the country. Hamza also has a background in speech-writing, with clients including ambassadors, political candidates, religious leaders & Fortune 500 executives. In this conversation, Hamza Khan and Hamza Khan discussed how their path crossed and what it is like to share the same name. They talked about an array of subjects such as Ms.Marvel, social justice, South-Asain identities, burnout, and believe it or not, infiltrating FoxNews. Ultimately ending on a very poignant note about the importance of creating empathy and how your life can change, just one breakfast at a time. Follow Hamza here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamzapolitics/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/hamzaskhan Newsletter: https://www.hamzakhan.me/subscribe More: https://linktr.ee/HamzaSKhan --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hamzakhan/support

R. Scott Hanson, NYC field researcher for Harvard's Pluralism Project and the author of "City of Gods: Religious Freedom, Immigration, and Pluralism in Flushing, Queens," on the neighborhood's famous Quaker meetinghouse.

On today's show, we continue our conversation with Oliver Goodrich (he/him/his), Associate Dean of Spirituality and Meaning-Making and Director of Cornell United Religious Work (CURW). We go in-depth on how religion, spirituality, and faith can be a part of the problem- and solution- in addressing current social issues such as racism, fundamentalism, and Covid-19. Resources on this topic and are shared on this episode include: - The Pluralism Project at Harvard University: https://pluralism.org/ - On Being Podcast with Krista Tippett, "The Spiritual Work of Black Lives Matter:" https://onbeing.org/programs/patrisse-cullors-and-robert-ross-the-spiritual-work-of-black-lives-matter-may2017/ - The Building Movement Project, "Mapping Our Roles in a Social Change Ecosystem:" https://buildingmovement.org/our-work/movement-building/social-change-ecosystem-map/ - Eboo Patel, Founder of Interfaith Youth Core: ifyc.org/eboo - Valarie Kaur, Sikh activist, filmmaker, and civil rights lawyer, author of "See No Stranger:" https://valariekaur.com/see-no-stranger/ - Cornell University's Student & Campus Life COVID Spiritual Resources: scl.cornell.edu/identity-resource…iritual-resources - Cornell University's Student & Campus Life Racial Justice Resources: scl.cornell.edu/identity-resource…justice-resources

School Shooting Survivor (0:30)Guest: Missy Jenkins Smith, author of “Lessons from a School Shooting Survivor” and “I Choose to Be Happy”Exactly twenty-two years ago, Missy Jenkins Smith was in a hospital bed learning that she was permanently paralyzed from the chest down. She was 15. The day before, she'd been shot by a fellow student at Heath High School in Paducah, Kentucky. Three of Missy's classmates died in the shooting. This was 1997. Three months later shooters would kill four students and a teacher at a middle school near Jonesboro, Arkansas. A year and a half later… Columbine. We didn't know it then, but it was the beginning of an era in which fatal school shootings would become common in America. Since the day a school shooting changed her life, Missy Jenkins Smith became a counselor for at-risk youth, a motivational speaker and author. Her latest book is: “Lessons from a School Shooting Survivor: How to Find the Good in Others and Live a Life of Love and Peace.”  How We're Saving the California Condor (17:54)Guest: Tim Hauck, Condor Program Manager, The Peregrine FundA baby California Condor has flown its nest in Zion National Park. “Condor 1000” is the bird's name because it's the 1000th condo born in the wild since conservation efforts began in 1982. Only a handful of those wild-born chicks have survived to successfully leave their nests. Condors are the world's largest flying land bird. Why's it so dangerous for them out in the wild?  As America Becomes More Religiously Diverse, Tolerance of Other Faiths Isn't Enough (36:05)Guest: Diana Eck, Founder of the Pluralism Project, and Professor of Comparative Religions at Harvard UniversityAmerica's religious landscape is changing. Fewer and fewer people identify as Christian each year the Pew Research Center surveys Americans. The ranks of people who say they don't affiliate with any religion are swelling. Meanwhile, the percentage of Americans who identify as something other than Christian has risen a bit in the last decade. All of which means that we're less religious as a country, but also more religiously diverse than we have been. How do we make sure our religious differences don't drive us apart? Why a Spanish Dictator's Remains were Removed from his Grave and Reburied (51:12)Guest: John Rosenberg, Associate Academic Vice Principal, Brigham Young UniversitySpanish dictator Francisco Franco's remains were laid to rest in a special building called the Valley of the Fallen for almost fifty years. Until October, when the Spanish government moved them to a private grave. Franco ruled Spain from 1939 to 1975 and was buried with victims of the Spanish civil war, but critics said that gave him too much respect for what he did. Photography Project is Capturing the Faces of the Last Remaining Speakers of Indigenous Languages (1:07:24)Guest: Paul Adams, Head of Photography, Brigham Young UniversityThousands of languages are on the verge of extinction as the last speakers pass away. BYU photography professor Paul Adams is traveling the country capturing taking portraits of these final speakers, including Marie. The project is called “Vanishing Voices” and one of the photographs from it has just been accepted into the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC. How Teachers Tailor Reading Instruction (1:24:40)Guest: Rachel Wadham, Host, Worlds Awaiting on BYUradio, Education and Juvenile Collections Librarian, BYURachel brings topics relating to children's literacy to Top of Mind a couple times a month. Today she discusses how teachers can manage classrooms with kids of varying learning abilities.

Missy Jenkins Smith, author and school shooting survivor. Tim Hauck from the Peregrine Fund on saving California Condors. Diana Eck, Founder of the Pluralism Project on engaging between religions. John Rosenberg from BYU moving the remains of Francisco Franco. Paul Adams, Photography professor from BYU on vanishing voices. Rachel Wadham, BYU librarian, matching students to instruction and reading.

  In this episode, Sara talks with Aneelah Afzali about her journey from attorney to community activist, interfaith leader, and justice advocate. Aneelah shares what it was like to leave her legal career and very comfortable salary to pursue something unknown and different, and how her colleagues and loved ones responded to her decision. She describes how she knows, with absolute certainty, that she's doing exactly what she's meant to be doing at this moment in time. She also shares some of misconceptions and truths about women in Islam, and changes she's had to make to help build bridges across difference. Today, Aneelah leads American Muslim Empowerment Network at Muslim Association of Puget Sound, or MAPS AMEN.   Want to make your own career change? Download Sara's Seven Cs of Successful Career Change Chart.   Sara and Aneelah discuss: How they know one another Kids4Peace Seattle Aneelah being the 1st in her family to go to college What drew her to law Adversity she had to overcome Applying to 18 different law schools Going into corporate law Making partner at a law firm Serving as general counsel Finding that something was missing from her life Going through a spiritual transformation Growing up as a "Ramadan Muslim" Reading the Quran, cover to cover, for the first time Deciding to leave law to pursue service and knowledge Intensely studying Islam Seeing that her money was running out Applying for jobs back in law Her mosque's leadership offering to create a position for her Founding American Muslim Empowerment Network (AMEN) Seeing anti-Muslim sentiment locally and nationwide The need for bridge-building, understanding, and unity What Ramadan is What the Quran is The vision of AMEN The impact of this work on her personal life The impact of this work on the community People questioning her when she left law and how scary that was Having faith in the journey and in God to "take the leap" How Aneelah knows she's doing what she was born to do Doing a "Faith Over Fear" Road Show in conservative, rural areas with Pastor Terry Kyllo The importance of confidence in oneself Aneelah's need to get out of a toxic environment Knowing that she could fall back on law if she needed to People's fears for her personal safety in the work she does Seeing her own privilege within this work Her family's emphasis on a strong work ethic Having to be more public Figuring out how to connect with people who think differently Organizing an "Ask a Muslim" booth at a huge Muslim hate rally The stereotypes and misinformation in our culture about women's rights in Islam Aneelah doing a thorough investigation of religions and choosing Islam for herself The origins and purpose of some Muslim wearing wearing a head covering The reasons Aneelah started wearing a head covering How God in Islam is the same as God in Christianity Aneelah's advice for those who are considering "going for it" The unique time we live in A book recommendation: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho How people can learn about their Muslim neighbors ...and more! Aneelah's full bio: Aneelah Afzali is Executive Director of the American Muslim Empowerment Network (AMEN) at the Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS). She also serves on the board of directors for Faith Action Network and on the steering committee for Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network. Aneelah graduated from the University of Oregon Honors College and Harvard Law School. She then made partner at a law firm and led as General Counsel of a local healthcare IT company. The Washington State Bar Association honored Aneelah with its Excellence in Diversity award, and Washington Law and Politics recognized her as a Rising Star, multiple years. Five years ago at the time of this recording, Aneelah left her legal career to pursue service and knowledge, two things that her faith emphasizes. Since then, she has served as a community activist, interfaith leader, and justice advocate. She also was named one of 2017's Most Influential People by "Seattle Magazine," she earned the 2018 Humanitarian Leadership Award by the International Rescue Committee, she was selected as “American Muslim of the Year” by the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR), the largest Muslim civil rights organization, and she was identified as one of the 26 Rising Brand Stars in Seattle by "Adweek" in 2018.   Connect with Aneelah and Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS): Facebook: www.facebook.com/AmericanMuslimEmpowermentNetwork Website: www.mapsredmond.org Faith Over Fear Road Show: www.neighborsinfaith.org/events Email: aneelah.afzali@gmail.com   More Information on Muslims and Islam from Aneelah: State Department's publication on American Muslims: https://photos.state.gov/libraries/amgov/30145/publications-english/American_Muslims.pdf The Pluralism Project at Harvard University page on Islam: http://pluralism.org/religions/islam/ Islam Explained (and MANY more topics/resources): www.whyislam.org/brochures/islam-explained/ American Muslims Video Playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL75NGzbbbROO8_dYaLIhqkJSmK0q-9IXN   Connect with Sara and Women Who Went for It: Facebook: www.facebook.com/womenwhowentforit  Website: www.womenwhowentforit.com  Nominate a Podcast Guest: www.saramcardle.com/podcast-guest  Email: sara.mcardle.coaching@gmail.com  Phone: 503.893.2043 Want to make your own career change? 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Religions and the Practice of Peace Colloquium co-sponsored with the conference "Pluralism Project @ 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible." This event was held on September 22, 2016. The featured speakers were Sarbpreet Singh, playwright, commentator, and poet, and J. Mehr Kaur, graduate of Smith College with a BA in theatre and an emphasis in directing. Mr. Singh and Ms. Kaur were joined by the actors Benjamin Gutman, Sydney Grant, Monica Giordano, and Michelle Finston, who performed an excerpt from Mr. Singh’s play "Kultar’s Mime." Thanks to the generous support from the El-Hibri Foundation. This monthly public series, convened by HDS Dean David N. Hempton, brings together a cross-disciplinary RPP Working Group of faculty, experts, graduate students, and alumni from across Harvard University and the local area to explore topics and cases in religions and the practice of peace.

For twenty-five years, the Pluralism Project at Harvard has studied the changing religious landscape of the United States. Join us as we mark this milestone with “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible,” a conference featuring conversations about the critical challenges and opportunities religious diversity poses today. In this panel co-sponsored by the El Hibri Foundation and moderated by Diana L. Eck, Parvez Ahmed, Imam Hassan Selim, Taymullah Abdur-Rahman, Celene Ibrahim discuss Islamaphobia in the interfaith age. “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible” is part of Harvard Divinity School Bicentennial celebrations. From August 2016 through May 2017, HDS will celebrate 200 years of excellence in the study of religion and look ahead to its future. Learn more at http://hds.harvard.edu/about/hds-bicentennial. Learn more about Harvard Divinity School and its mission to illuminate, engage, and serve at http://hds.harvard.edu/.

For twenty-five years, the Pluralism Project at Harvard has studied the changing religious landscape of the United States. Join us as we mark this milestone with “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible,” a conference featuring conversations about the critical challenges and opportunities religious diversity poses today. In this panel, Preeta Bansal, Patrice Brodeur, Kathryn Lohre, and Melissa Nozell discuss pluralism and the practice of peacebuilding. “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible” is part of Harvard Divinity School Bicentennial celebrations. From August 2016 through May 2017, HDS will celebrate 200 years of excellence in the study of religion and look ahead to its future. Learn more at http://hds.harvard.edu/about/hds-bicentennial. Learn more about Harvard Divinity School and its mission to illuminate, engage, and serve at http://hds.harvard.edu/.

For twenty-five years, the Pluralism Project at Harvard has studied the changing religious landscape of the United States. Join us as we mark this milestone with “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible,” a conference featuring conversations about the critical challenges and opportunities religious diversity poses today. In this keynote, Imam Khalid Latif and Rabbi Yehuda Sarna lead a dialogue on religious diversity and inclusion. “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible” is part of Harvard Divinity School Bicentennial celebrations. From August 2016 through May 2017, HDS will celebrate 200 years of excellence in the study of religion and look ahead to its future. Learn more at http://hds.harvard.edu/about/hds-bicentennial. Learn more about Harvard Divinity School and its mission to illuminate, engage, and serve at http://hds.harvard.edu/.

For twenty-five years, the Pluralism Project at Harvard has studied the changing religious landscape of the United States. Join us as we mark this milestone with “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible,” a conference featuring conversations about the critical challenges and opportunities religious diversity poses today. In this panel, Zaheer Ali, Chloe Breyer, Nancy Khalil, and Harpreet Singh discuss challenges of diversity and inclusion. “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible” is part of Harvard Divinity School Bicentennial celebrations. From August 2016 through May 2017, HDS will celebrate 200 years of excellence in the study of religion and look ahead to its future. Learn more at http://hds.harvard.edu/about/hds-bicentennial. Learn more about Harvard Divinity School and its mission to illuminate, engage, and serve at http://hds.harvard.edu/.

For twenty-five years, the Pluralism Project at Harvard has studied the changing religious landscape of the United States. Join us as we mark this milestone with “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible,” a conference featuring conversations about the critical challenges and opportunities religious diversity poses today. In this panel, Anurima Bhargava, Greg McGonigle, Janet Penn, Brendan Randall, Neelima Shukla-Bhatt discuss religious diversity on campuses. “The Pluralism Project at 25: Diversity and Inclusion in the American Crucible” is part of Harvard Divinity School Bicentennial celebrations. From August 2016 through May 2017, HDS will celebrate 200 years of excellence in the study of religion and look ahead to its future. Learn more at http://hds.harvard.edu/about/hds-bicentennial. Learn more about Harvard Divinity School and its mission to illuminate, engage, and serve at http://hds.harvard.edu/.

On this week's episode of Multifaithful, we are joined by Professor Diana Eck from Harvard University and founder of the Pluralism Project at Harvard which documents multifaith and interfaith cooperation across the country. We discuss the history and future of multifaith work as well as her own interests as a Christian women in Hinduism and different religious and spiritual identities.

Morning Prayers service with speaker Whittney Barth, Assistant Director of the Pluralism Project, on Wednesday, December 3, 2014.

- Tonight, we'll be looking at the EggHeads, the Academics who argue anything in order to prove their intellectual superiority.  We listen to them in their own words with the Pluralism Project and the Interfaith movement.  These are the "Fraudsters" who are atheists and telling you how to worship.  They don't believe in any religion, only themselves.   We'll hear their arrogance tonight.