
This is a preview stream for our upcoming online class – Tolkien Heads. The class is for those who want to go deeper into Middle-earth, but don’t know where to start. In this class you’ll be accompanied by fellow Tolkien heads and guided by Tolkien experts like John Garth and Flemming Rutledge to help you “keep your feet” on your journey down the Tolkien Road. Everything from Tolkien’s life, creation of Middle-earth, and faith will be covered, so you can increase your nerd street cred and follow the unending trail of Tolkien goodness. Plus, who doesn’t want to nerd out during the new show Rings of Power!



It’s an open online class that is donation based (including 0), so if you want to nerd out come on!


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Tolken Heads: a Nerdy Journey into Middle-earth

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Each episode features an extended interview with a different scholar from a variety of perspectives. Enjoy.

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In this episode, Tripp is joined by Dr. Benjamin Chikca. They delve into the intriguing intersection of theology, ethics, and video games, spotlighting Chicka’s book, ‘Playing as Others: Theology and Ethical Responsibility in Video Games.’ The discussion spans topics such as the impact of cultural and ethical narratives within indie video games, the relevance of figures like Paul Tillich and Emmanuel Levinas, and the evolving representation of diversity in gaming. In the conversation, we discuss:

* Exploring the Intersection of Theology, Ethics, and Video Games
* The Genesis of his book,”Playing as Others”
* The Real-Life Impacts of Video Game Culture
* Gamergate and its Aftermath
* Embracing Culture Through Video Games
* Humanizing the Other Through Video Games
* Papers, Please – An Ethical Playground
* The Neuroscience of Gaming and Ethical Transformation
* The Power of Immersive Storytelling
* Cultural Anxiety Manifested in Video Games
* Real-Life Impacts and Community Building



Benjamin J. Chicka is Lecturer in Philosophy and Religious Studies at Curry College in Milton, MA. He is a philosophical theologian whose work connects classical American pragmatism, process theology, and ground-of-being theology. Such bridge-building between supposedly incompatible positions reflects his conviction that intrareligious pluralism is as important as interreligious pluralism for the future of theology.




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Benjamin Chicka: Theology & Video Games

Tripp & Diana were pumped to have Tim Whitaker from The New Evangelicals join us for this edition of Ruining Dinner and our upcoming open online class – Faith and Politics for the Rest of Us. Our contemporary public square is increasingly chaotic, toxic, and repulsive. Yet, our challenges as a people, nation, and species are growing. The rise of Christian Nationalism repulses a growing number of Christians who have a hard time thinking and speaking from a more vibrant theological vision. We are bringing together several alternative theo-political visions to introduce a multiplicity of vibrant, yet neglected traditions in public theology. With the help of some of the most powerful voices in the academy, participants will be introduced to these traditions and get to put them into action as we wrestle with our present moment, discovering the potential for an alternative public Christian witness. In a time where the public square is increasingly tribal and algorithmically addicted to outrage, over-simplification, and performative politics, a tour of these rich yet neglected theological traditions can inspire and fund a more vibrant Christian voice in the public square as we seek to embody the love of neighbor to which we are called. This class is donation based (including 0), so join the fun and tell your friends:) www.FaithAndPolitics.net
Come hang out with us at Theology Beer Camp, Oct. 17-19 in Denver. Yse the code HOBBITCOTTAGE for a discount 

Diana Butler Bass & Tim Whitaker: Faith in a Toxic Public Square

In this exhilarating discussion with Ilia Delio, we are taken on a profound journey through the intersection of theology, science, and the future of humanity in the shadow of burgeoning technological advancements. Delio, known for her insightful work on integrating science and religion, shares invigorating ideas from her latest book, “The Not Yet God,”delving into how our traditional understanding of divinity must evolve in the face of our rapidly changing world.
In this conversation, we cover…

* The Not Yet God: Reimagining Divinity in an Evolving Universe
* Technology as the New Cosmology
* The Challenge of the Global Super Organism
* The Trinity and the Future of Humanity
* Embrace the New, Preserve the Core
* A Call to Action for the Digital Age

Check out her new book The Not-Yet-God here.
Ilia Delio, OSF, PhD is a Franciscan Sister of Washington, DC, and American theologian specializing in science and religion, with interests in evolution, physics, and neuroscience and the import of these for theology.
Ilia currently holds the Josephine C. Connelly Endowed Chair in Theology at Villanova University and is the author of twenty books, including Care for Creation (coauthored with Keith Warner and Pamela Woods) which won two Catholic Press Book Awards in 2009, first place for social concerns and second place in spirituality. Her book The Emergent Christwon a third-place Catholic Press Book Award in 2011 for the area of Science and Religion. Her recent books include The Unbearable Wholeness of Being: God, Evolution and the Power of Love (Orbis, 2013), which received the 2014 Silver Nautilus Book Award and a third-place Catholic Press Association Award for Faith and Science. Ilia holds two honorary doctorates, one from St. Francis University in 2015 and one from Sacred Heart University in 2020.

Ilia’s previous visit to the podcast:

* Bonaventure & the Cosmos in Process
* Catching a Cosmic Faith
* the Entangled God of My Heart 

 





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Ilia Delio: the Not-Yet-God

In this episode, I am joined by philosopher Tad Delay to discuss his new book, The Future of Denial: The Ideologies of Climate Change. We dive into the critical need for humanity to confront and adapt to the climate crisis. The discussion explores the intricate connections between psychoanalysis, religion, and climate denial across the ideological spectrum. It critiques the inadequacy of current mitigation efforts and emphasizes the urgency of adopting adaptation strategies. The narrative delves into the role of renewable energy, novel legal and grassroots activism, and the importance of preparing for climate migrants, while also considering the socio-economic and psychological impacts of climate-induced migrations.
You can get the book from the publisher Verso discount link 25% off or use promo code DENIAL at checkout.
Check out Tad Delay’s podcast, which explores the book on Apple or Spotify.

In this conversation, we discuss…

* Psychoanalysis Meets Climate Crisis
* The Complex Web of Climate Denial
* The Political Economy of Climate Action
* Liberalism, Capitalism, and Climate Denial
* Personal Actions and Political Realities
* Living with Climate Change: Personal and Community Impacts
* Exploring Material Incentives and Social Narratives
* The Seduction of Technological Fixes for Climate Change
* Mitigation vs. Adaptation: Strategies to Combat Climate Change
* The Limits of Tree Planting and Carbon Capture Technologies
* Addressing Climate Migration and Ethical Challenges
* The Role of Humanities and Community in Climate Action
* Envisioning Futures: Doom, Adaptation, and Opportunity

Check out Tad’s previous visit to the podcast: God Is Unconscious: Psychoanalysis & Theology
Tad DeLay, PhD is a philosopher, religion scholar, and interdisciplinary critical theorist. His books include Against: What Does the White Evangelical Want?, The Cynic & the Fool, and God Is Unconscious. He is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy in Baltimore.
Tad on Social media:
Twitter: @taddelay
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taddelayauthor
Website: taddelay.com

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Tad Delay: the Future of Denial

Brian McLaren joins me in this episode to discuss his new book Life After Doom. In it, we wrestle with redefining faith, civilization, and ecological consciousness. We delve into theological reflections, reinterpreting religious practices to align with Jesus’s teachings, advocating for a paradigm shift in societal structures, and emphasizing the urgent need for sustainable living. Moreover, we discuss creating inclusive spaces for spiritual growth and action.
Here’s Brian’s new book, Life After Doom: Wisdom & Courage for a World Falling Apart
In the conversation, we discuss Kim Stanley Robinson’s provocative book Ministry for the Future.

Brian D. McLaren is an author, speaker, activist, and public theologian. A former college English
teacher and pastor, he is a passionate advocate for “a new kind of Christianity” – just, generous, and working with people of all faiths for the common good. He is a faculty member of  The Living School and podcaster with Learning How to See, which are part of the Center for Action and Contemplation. He is also an Auburn Senior Fellow and works closely with the Wild Goose Festival, the Fair Food Program, Vote Common Good, and Progressive Christianity. His recent projects include an illustrated children’s book (for all ages) called Cory and the Seventh Story and The Galapagos Islands: A Spiritual Journey, and Faith After Doubt. His newest book is Do I Stay Christian? and we are going to read it together.
Previous Episodes with Brian

* Should I Stay Christian if I Don’t Believe?
* a God Worthy of Love
* Saying Yes to Christianity
* Questioning Christianity
* Do I Stay Christian?
* God – Pray – Driscoll<br ...

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