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Complexified
Complexified is a weekly interview podcast from the Iliff Institute for Religion, Politics & Culture and Religion News Service, hosted by Rev. Dr. Amanda Henderson. Each episode dives into the most pressing news stories at the crossroads of religion and politics, exploring the nuances that often go overlooked. Whether you’re religiously curious, politically frustrated, or somewhere in between, Complexified brings you conversations that challenge assumptions and spark fresh insights.
Meet the Host
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We ask Tim Alberta what to expect in a second Trump administration — and where might evangelicals fit in.
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Rabbi Jeff Salkin sits down with Rabbi Jonah Pesner and dive into the deeply rooted relationship of Judaism, politics and social justice, exploring why so many Jews align with liberal causes while maintaining a vibrant spectrum of political thought within the community.
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State of Belief host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush talks with Amanda Tyler, author of the new book "How to End Christian Nationalism," and executive director of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Freedom.
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A former CEO of 10 public companies talks about the work and joy of giving.
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We ask Tim Alberta what to expect in a second Trump administration — and where might evangelicals fit in.
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Rabbi Jeff Salkin sits down with Rabbi Jonah Pesner and dive into the deeply rooted relationship of Judaism, politics and social justice, exploring why so many Jews align with liberal causes while maintaining a vibrant spectrum of political thought within the community.
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State of Belief host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush talks with Amanda Tyler, author of the new book "How to End Christian Nationalism," and executive director of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Freedom.
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A former CEO of 10 public companies talks about the work and joy of giving.
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Latest Episode
November 19, 2024
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Reflecting on the political awakening of American Muslim voters as they navigated betrayal and advocacy amidst the horrors in Gaza with Rep. Iman Jodeh, Colorado’s first Muslim state legislator.
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Previous Episodes
November 19, 2024
Reflecting on the political awakening of American Muslim voters as they navigated betrayal and advocacy amidst the horrors in Gaza with Rep. Iman Jodeh, Colorado’s first Muslim state legislator.
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November 8, 2024
(RNS) — What does it mean to reject a god tied to oppressive power? Miguel De La Torre discusses a radical theology of hopelessness.
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November 1, 2024
(RNS) — Reverend Rob Schenck on faith’s role in American political polarization.
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October 25, 2024
(RNS) — An exploration of how soft Christian nationalism, hiding within the broader sympathies of everyday Americans, fuels support for authoritarian leaders and political violence.
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