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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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When 'winsome' becomes naive and cultural engagement gives way to culture war rhetoric.
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(RNS) — To paraphrase "Jaws": American Jews are going to need a bigger story.
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Host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush talks with immigration activist Rev. Noel Andersen, field director at World Church Service. Then, Paul's comments from the June 10 Faith Rally for a Moral Budget, and a conversation with Interfaith Alliance of Iowa Executive Director Connie Ryan and Rev. Heather Wachendorf
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A former CEO of 10 public companies talks about the work and joy of giving.
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When 'winsome' becomes naive and cultural engagement gives way to culture war rhetoric.
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(RNS) — To paraphrase "Jaws": American Jews are going to need a bigger story.
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Host Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush talks with immigration activist Rev. Noel Andersen, field director at World Church Service. Then, Paul's comments from the June 10 Faith Rally for a Moral Budget, and a conversation with Interfaith Alliance of Iowa Executive Director Connie Ryan and Rev. Heather Wachendorf
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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
May 16, 2025
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What if the most radical tool for change isn’t a law — but a song?
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What if the most radical tool for change isn’t a law — but a song?
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What if the most radical tool for change isn’t a law — but a song?
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April 21, 2025
(RNS) — Pope Francis shook up the Catholic Church with bold gestures and quiet reforms, leaving a legacy that's as debated as it is defining.
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February 19, 2025
As the Southern Baptist Convention’s Executive Committee meets, deep fractures over sexual abuse reform, political alignment and financial oversight reveal a denomination at war with itself.
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January 31, 2025
At the annual March for Life, JD Vance was celebrated as a champion of conservative Catholic values, echoing traditional anti-abortion rhetoric and Republican priorities. But in a surprising turn, he quickly distanced himself from Catholic leadership, criticizing the bishops for opposing Trump’s immigration policies—exposing contradictions and power struggles at the heart of the religious right.
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