THINQ Media Podcast
THINQ Media (formerly Q Ideas) educates, equips and empowers Christian thought leaders to create conversations that lead to wisdom. We do this through our new digital platform, a podcast network, and a series of regional and national events designed to convene leaders around topics that matter to Christians today. Listen to the THINQ Media Podcast to learn, explore and consider how you can be faithful in our cultural context.
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The Psychology of Totalitarianism: Mattias Desmet | Episode 299
09/25/2024
The Psychology of Totalitarianism: Mattias Desmet | Episode 299
This episode features author and Professor of Clinical Psychology at Ghent University (Belgium), Mattias Desmet. Mattias is recognized as the world's leading expert on the theory of mass formation as it applies to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mattias highlights the profound impact of propaganda on an individual's psychological well-being. He brings attention to the cultural groupthink prevalent in society and warns about the risks associated with current cultural norms, media consumption, and reliance on manipulative technologies. Listen as he explains how governments and mass media leverage fear, loneliness, and isolation to control and demoralize populations, ultimately persuading them to act against their own interests. Mattias encourages us to speak up about the truth, regardless of the consequences. Resources Check out Mattias’ book, . Apply the to pressing cultural issues. to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Host in your local community on October 3, 2024. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. Bring the 28-Day to your family, workplace, or church throughout the month of January. More from the THINQ Podcast Network:
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Why Idea Exchange Matters: Clay Travis | Episode 298
09/17/2024
Why Idea Exchange Matters: Clay Travis | Episode 298
In this episode, author, attorney, and radio show host Clay Travis discusses the issue of cancel culture and the growing fear that prevents open debate about cultural issues. From campus protests over the Israel-Palestine war to transgenderism in sports, Clay highlights the importance of the marketplace of ideas and the need for critical thinking and healthy debate. Listen in to hear how he encourages us to use our voice to engage in cultural conversations without self-censoring, and to share our honest opinions and beliefs to maintain a healthy marketplace of ideas and promote genuine, open communication. Resources Check out Clay’s and Apply the to pressing cultural issues. to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Host in your local community on October 3, 2024. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. Bring the 28-Day to your family, workplace, or church throughout the month of January. More from the THINQ Podcast Network:
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Debate Ideas, Not People: Denise Gitsham | Episode 297
09/10/2024
Debate Ideas, Not People: Denise Gitsham | Episode 297
In this week's THINQ Podcast episode, we want to help you think well about the upcoming election. Author and political commentator Denise Gitsham shares her experience of working in secular media as a Christian, striving to prioritize Kingdom principles over partisan agendas. Denise shares valuable lessons she’s learned while striving to foster empathy, compassion, and unity in an increasingly polarized society. Listen in as she encourages us to "debate ideas rather than people" and urges Christians to speak truth with love, emphasizing that our true adversaries are not people, but the Enemy who seeks to sow division among us. Resources Check out Denise’s book, . Apply the to pressing cultural issues. to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Host in your local community on October 3, 2024. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. Bring the 28-Day to your family, workplace, or church throughout the month of January. More from the THINQ Podcast Network:
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Why Everything Feels Weird: Andrew Wilson | Episode 296
09/03/2024
Why Everything Feels Weird: Andrew Wilson | Episode 296
In this episode, pastor, author, and Christianity Today columnist Andrew Wilson uses the acronym W.E.I.R.D.E.R. (W-western, E-education, I-industrialized, R-rich, D-democratic, E-ex-Christian, R-romantic) to explain how our Western culture is distancing itself from Christianity, even though Christianity is the foundation of Western society. He discusses seven major developments from the year 1776— globalization, the Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution, the Great Enrichment, the American Revolution, the rise of post-Christianity, and the dawn of Romanticism—and explains their relevance to social changes happening today. Listen in as Andrew helps us understand why many aspects of our society feel unfamiliar right now and calls us to intentionally operate in our Christian values. Resources Check out Andrew’s book, . Apply the to pressing cultural issues. to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Host in your local community on October 3, 2024. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. Bring the 28-Day to your family, workplace, or church throughout the month of January. More from the THINQ Podcast Network:
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Third Party Reproduction: Katy Faust | Episode 295
08/27/2024
Third Party Reproduction: Katy Faust | Episode 295
On this episode of the THINQ Podcast, Katy Faust, the Founder and President of Them Before Us, shares a unique perspective on third-party reproduction methods such as sperm donation, egg donation, IVF, and surrogacy. She refers to these methods as “Big Fertility” and argues that they often prioritize the desires of adults over the best interests of children. Katy highlights the psychological and emotional challenges faced by children who are not raised by their biological parents. Listen to Katy as she discusses the potential exploitation and unfairness involved in these methods, and explains how they frequently benefit wealthier individuals at the expense of financially vulnerable women. Resources: to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at . where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Host in your local community on October 3, 2024. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. Bring the 28-Day to your family, church or workplace throughout the month of January. More from the THINQ Podcast Network:
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Our Children Need You: Erica Komisar | Episode 294
08/22/2024
Our Children Need You: Erica Komisar | Episode 294
“We have devalued and deprioritized mothering to the extent that young people today do not want to have children and if they do, they do not want to care for them," says social worker, psychoanalyst, and author Erica Komisar. In this episode of THINQ Podcast, Erica speaks about the mental health epidemic among kids and pinpoints the two things that are causing kids to break down: 1) How we’re raising our children and 2) What we’re exposing them to. She specifically speaks to the significance of mothers and the important physical and mental health foundation a mother gives her children during the ages 0-3 and again at ages 9-25. She also points to the profound ramifications of technology and social media on our children. Listen in to hear what solutions Erica proposes to help parents turn things around… Resources: Check out Erica’s book and. to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Host in your local community on October 3, 2024. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. Bring the 28-Day to your family, church or workplace throughout the month of January. More from the THINQ Podcast Network: Suzanne Phillips Grant Skeldon
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Who is Teaching Your Child: Suzanne Phillips | Episode 293
08/13/2024
Who is Teaching Your Child: Suzanne Phillips | Episode 293
In this week's THINQ podcast episode, Parenting and Leadership Coach Suzanne Phillips challenges us to think about who is spending time with our children and how they are influencing them. She emphasizes the importance of understanding our kids' curriculum and the agendas being promoted by different organizations. Suzanne also sheds light on corporations involved in education, such as the CDC, Pfizer Institute, Planned Parenthood, and SIECUS, which focuses on "Sex Ed for Social Change" and receives seed funding from Hugh Hefner. Tune in as Suzanne asks "who is teaching your kids" and encourages parents to educate themselves on what the public school system is teaching and what our legislators are voting for. Resources: to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Host in your local community on October 3, 2024. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. More from the THINQ Podcast Network:
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Parenting in a Chaotic Culture: Trillia Newbell | Episode 292
08/06/2024
Parenting in a Chaotic Culture: Trillia Newbell | Episode 292
Grant Skeldon interviews author Trillia Newbell in this episode of the THINQ Podcast. Trillia discusses the challenges of raising kids in today's chaotic culture, particularly the impact of social media on our children's perceptions. She emphasizes the importance of countering negative societal narratives with the message of each child's identity in Christ. Trillia encourages parents to embrace the presence of God amid chaos, highlighting the reassurance that comes with serving a God who understands our struggles. She also emphasizes that despite the world's tumultuous nature, we do not have to be consumed by it. Listen in as she shares the importance of utilizing scriptural teachings to attain peace, and calls us as parents to walk confidently in the peace of Jesus Christ so we can instill the same confidence and peace in our children. Resources: Check out , , and by Trillia. to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom. Host in your local community on October 3, 2024. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. More from the THINQ Podcast Network: Grant Skeldon Suzanne Phillips
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Faithfulness Over Influence: Jon Tyson | Episode 291
07/30/2024
Faithfulness Over Influence: Jon Tyson | Episode 291
In this episode of the THINQ Podcast, Pastor Jon Tyson emphasizes the importance of unwavering faithfulness, regardless of the challenges we face—be it wars, rampant abuse, or political chaos. Originally presented during the pandemic, the message remains relevant today as it explores the question, "How do we remain faithful to what God has entrusted to us in this moment?" Jon encourages leaders to remain steadfast and unshaken in their commitment to their responsibilities. He also highlights two major pitfalls that can derail a leader's ability to finish well: "Failure of Nerve and Failure of Heart", and urges leaders to anchor their identity in Christ and rely on the power of the Holy Spirit. Listen in as Tyson urges leaders to guard their hearts and remain faithful to their calling in order to avoid the common pitfalls and lead with the same unwavering resolve that Jesus demonstrated. Resources: to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Host in your local community on October 3, 2024. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. More from the THINQ Podcast Network: Grant Skeldon Suzanne Phillips
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Trauma as a Place of Service: Dr. Diane Langberg | Episode 290
07/23/2024
Trauma as a Place of Service: Dr. Diane Langberg | Episode 290
What is the best way to navigate traumatic events? In this week's episode, Dr. Diane Langberg, a practicing psychologist whose clinical expertise includes 50 years of working with trauma survivors and clergy, gives a gripping perspective in her talk “Trauma as a Place of Service.” Join us as she presents the idea that trauma is a significant mission field for Christ-followers, and she encourages us to reconsider our perspectives. Resources: to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. Host in your local community on October 3. More from the THINQ Podcast Network:
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Ending Sexual Abuse: Rachael Denhollander | Episode 289
07/16/2024
Ending Sexual Abuse: Rachael Denhollander | Episode 289
How should Christians respond to reports of sexual abuse, especially within the church? In this episode, Rachael Denhollander, an attorney, author, advocate, and educator known for her work on sexual abuse, shares her journey as the first victim to publicly accuse Larry Nassar, the former USA Gymnastics team doctor who abused hundreds of young athletes. Rachael prompts us to ask better questions about our theology in order to address sexual abuse more effectively and to better protect the vulnerable in our churches and communities. Resources: to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom: Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. Host in your local community on October 3. Check out Rachael’s book, Research from Anna C. Salter, More from the THINQ Podcast Network:
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Rising Above Partisanship: Michael Wear | Episode 288
07/09/2024
Rising Above Partisanship: Michael Wear | Episode 288
Are you feeling unsure about how to vote in the upcoming election? In this episode, Michael Wear, Founder of the Center for Christianity and Public Life, discusses how to approach politics faithfully, using the concept of "political homelessness" to describe our current political situation. Listen as he explains how Christians can advocate for what is true, just, and good, even during this time of political division. Resources: to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. You can bring a larger political conversation to your church or community through our on Thursday, October 3. It’s a one-day, two-hour event in which people can gather and engage curated, trusted content and apply a biblical worldview to current political issues and the upcoming election. Check out more from the THINQ podcast network:
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Democracy or Republic?: Willilam B. Allen & Dave Zanotti | Episode 287
07/02/2024
Democracy or Republic?: Willilam B. Allen & Dave Zanotti | Episode 287
Do you understand the difference between a democracy and a republic? Dave Zanotti, CEO of The American Policy Roundtable interviews political scientist and philosopher William B. Allen about the semantics of our country's governance. Listen in as they help us understand these confusing nuances of the United States’ government, specifically how the government is upheld by the authority of the people. Resources: to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. You can bring a larger political conversation to your church or community through our on Thursday, October 3. It’s a one-day, two-hour event in which people can gather and engage curated, trusted content and apply a biblical worldview to current political issues and the upcoming election. Check out more from the THINQ podcast network:
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Use or Lose Your Rights: Kristen Waggoner | Episode 286
06/25/2024
Use or Lose Your Rights: Kristen Waggoner | Episode 286
Are you aware of your constitutional rights when it comes to exercising your faith? In this episode, Kristen Waggoner, the CEO, President and General Counsel of Alliance Defending Freedom, tells us about her work to protect fundamental freedoms and promote the inherent dignity of people all over the world. Currently, Kristen and her team have two cases pending at the U.S. Supreme Court protecting life, women’s health, and addressing regulatory overreach by the current administration. Listen in as Kristen helps us understand our inerrant rights, especially when it comes to our parental rights and the complicated layers of the accelerating issue of transgenderism. Resources: from (ADF) to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. More from THINQ. Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. : What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity…and Why It Matters, Gabe Lyons and David Kinnaman.
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Identity, Teens & Gender: Preston Sprinkle & Helena Kerschner | Episode 285
06/18/2024
Identity, Teens & Gender: Preston Sprinkle & Helena Kerschner | Episode 285
Does social contagion play a part in young people's gender identity? In today's episode, we’re digging into our content library to share one of our most popular talks that we presented several years ago on the topic of Identity, Teens & Gender. Preston Sprinkle, a biblical scholar, interviews Helena Kerschner, a former transgender man who gives a powerful perspective. Tune in as Helena shares her personal story of transitioning and de-transitioning, and as they discuss the topic of rapid onset gender dysphoria, including the related social contagion and mental health impact. Resources to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. More from THINQ Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville.
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Countering the Gender Agenda: Vernadette Broyles | Episode 284
06/11/2024
Countering the Gender Agenda: Vernadette Broyles | Episode 284
Do you know someone who is wrestling with wanting to transition genders? How do we navigate this complicated topic from a biblical worldview? In today’s episode, we’re featuring a talk from Vernadette Broyles, an attorney who has dedicated herself to working against the accelerating gender agenda in our culture. Let’s listen in as she shares about representing children and parents in complicated custody cases and to learn what we can do to better understand and faithfully navigate the gender agenda in our schools, in our churches, and in our parenting. Resources to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. More from THINQ Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville.
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Fight for Female: Lisa Bevere | Episode 283
06/04/2024
Fight for Female: Lisa Bevere | Episode 283
How do we value both male and female? Lisa Bevere, co-founder of Messenger International, helps us put into perspective the history of the LGBTQ movement and how it’s come to undermine how God very uniquely created us to be male and female. Listen in as she shares with bold conviction and encourages us to ask better questions and get informed. Resources to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. More from THINQ Register for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville.
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Building Resilience: Rebekah Lyons | Episode 282
05/31/2024
Building Resilience: Rebekah Lyons | Episode 282
“We are not just people who bounce back; we are people who weather storms throughout the entirety of our lives.” In this THINQ episode, author and speaker Rebekah Lyons brings a powerful message on Building Resilience in a time where we continue to see a growing mental health epidemic and the rise of suicide. Listen in as she unpacks the 5 Rules of Resilience she’s discovered in her personal journey and pursuit of building a resilient life. If you want to learn more on this topic, you can check out her book Building a Resilient Life at . Create a to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.
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Submitting to Freedom: Jonathan Pokluda | Episode 281
05/23/2024
Submitting to Freedom: Jonathan Pokluda | Episode 281
What does it look like to live a life of true freedom? In this episode, Author and Pastor Jonathan “JP” Pokluda draws us nearer to God and the freedom He has for us. JP brings the hard truth of the gospel and challenges us to submit to God's authority. Listen in as JP tells us about the healing and freedom God intends for us to have and have abundantly. Resources: Sign up for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.
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A Holy Departure from a Fast Faith: Alicia Britt Chole | Episode 280
05/21/2024
A Holy Departure from a Fast Faith: Alicia Britt Chole | Episode 280
Do you live in a "fast faith" or a "sacred slow"? Author and speaker Alicia Britt Chole calls out how we’ve normalized being busy and distracted in our culture. But what is that doing to our hearts, minds, and souls? Tune in as she encourages us to embrace boredom, become more attentive to God's presence, and understand He is with us in every moment. Resources: Sign up for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.
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Controversial Holiness: Luke LeFevre | Episode 279
05/17/2024
Controversial Holiness: Luke LeFevre | Episode 279
If you aren't convicted about the small things in your life, will you be convicted about the big things? Revivalist Luke LeFevre gives a unique perspective as a young adult ministry leader about how the next generation is gradually descending into compromise because they don’t realize how far they are from God and His Word. Tune in to this episode of the THINQ Podcast as Luke challenges us to consider our calling toward being a holy people in a culture that is controversial to our faith. Resources: Sign up for , November 8-9, 2024 in Nashville. to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.
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Finding Faith Through Atheism: Dr. Denis Alexander | Episode 278
05/07/2024
Finding Faith Through Atheism: Dr. Denis Alexander | Episode 278
Do you believe science has its roots in Christian thought? In this episode, Gabe talks with Dr. Denis Alexander, Emeritus Director of The Faraday Institute for Science and Religion and Emeritus Fellow of St Edmund's College, Cambridge. They discuss what science can and can’t tell us. They also discuss Dr. Alexander’s books, including his latest, Coming to Faith Through Dawkins, which is a compilation of the faith journeys of 12 men and women from different backgrounds who all reached the same conclusion: that Christianity is more intellectually undeniable than New Atheism. Listen in as they highlight a few of these stories and how Christian theology dispels even the strongest arguments New Atheism makes. Resources: Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at .
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The Intersection of Dreams, Memories and Faith: Dr. Connie Svob | Episode 277
05/02/2024
The Intersection of Dreams, Memories and Faith: Dr. Connie Svob | Episode 277
Since Biblical times, God has used dreams to talk to people. In this episode, Gabe interviews Connie Svob, Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology (in Psychiatry) at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and the Whitaker Scholar in Developmental Neuropsychiatry. They discuss the significance of dreams and memories and how they intersect our faith and mental health. Connie shares from her research and makes the distinction between nightmares, existential and transcendent dreams. She also describes her work to bridge autobiographical memory, religious beliefs and mental health. Listen in as Connie reveals how dreams can help us make sense of the world around us. Resources: Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at .
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A Finely Tuned Universe: Dr. Luke Barnes | Episode 276
05/01/2024
A Finely Tuned Universe: Dr. Luke Barnes | Episode 276
Is there intelligent life outside of earth? In this episode, Gabe poses this question and many others to Dr. Luke Barnes, a theoretical astrophysicist, cosmologist and postdoctoral researcher at Western Sydney University. Dr. Barnes is a Christian whose faith inspires him in his work to explore God’s unique creation and look for patterns and reasons behind what’s happening in the universe as a whole. Tune in as they talk about stars, planets, galaxies, and supercomputer simulations that reveal what would happen if even one particle or force is changed in the universe. Resources: Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at .
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Social Perceptions of God Across Different Religious and Cultural Worldviews: Dr. Kathryn Johnson | Episode 275
04/24/2024
Social Perceptions of God Across Different Religious and Cultural Worldviews: Dr. Kathryn Johnson | Episode 275
In this episode, Gabe discuss people’s perceptions of God with Dr. Kathryn Johnson, an associate research professor in the Department of Psychology at Arizona State University. Dr. Johnson has developed a scale for measuring how people think about God, based on the theory that people generally view God as either authoritarian or benevolent. Listen in as they discuss how these perceptions direct people’s values, beliefs, and behaviors. Plus, hear how non-human agents, like diseases, artificial intelligence, and demons, also play into people’s perceptions and how they interface with God. Resources: - Adam Blai – Adam Blai and Gabe Lyons – Fr. Carlos Martins – Fr. Carlos Martins and Ryan Bethea Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at .
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Can a Scientist Believe in Miracles? | Dr. Ian Hutchinson | Episode 274
04/23/2024
Can a Scientist Believe in Miracles? | Dr. Ian Hutchinson | Episode 274
In this episode, Gabe speaks with Dr. Ian Hutchinson, Professor of Nuclear Science and Engineering at MIT, about his research in the field of fusion energy and how it relates to his faith in God. As a plasma physicist, Dr. Hutchinson describes the marvels in the universe created by God he’s witnessed through his work. Dr. Hutchinson dispels several cultural myths that science is somehow at odds with the Christian faith. From his own research and that of several famous scientists throughout history, such as Galileo and Isaac Newton, Dr. Hutchinson shows us there is in fact a deep consonance between science and Christianity. Tune in to find out how he encourages parents to cultivate environments for children where science and faith are compatible. Resources: Dr. Hutchinson’s Book: Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at .
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How Children View God and the Afterlife: Dr. Melanie Nyhof | Episode 273
04/18/2024
How Children View God and the Afterlife: Dr. Melanie Nyhof | Episode 273
Do you remember your very first image or concept of God? Your first thoughts about death and the afterlife? In this episode, Gabe talks to Dr. Melanie Nyhof, a developmental psychologist at Carthage College who conducts cross-cultural developmental research examining the development of religious and cultural concepts. Gabe and Melanie specifically discuss her research of children’s cognitive development related to how they view God and the afterlife. She explains that in addition to different religious and cultural practices, various other sources can influence a child’s first interpretations and understanding of God, such as TV shows, movies, and even cartoon-like drawings of God in children’s bibles. Tune in to learn what advice Melanie offers to parents as they help their children cultivate an understanding of and belief in God. Resources: Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at .
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Contributions Science Can and Cannot Make in Understanding Morality | Dr. David Lahti, Episode 272
04/16/2024
Contributions Science Can and Cannot Make in Understanding Morality | Dr. David Lahti, Episode 272
“...in no way could [the theory of evolution] replace, much less undermine, morality,” says Dr. David Lahti, Assistant Professor of Biology at Queens College, City University of New York. In this episode, Gabe has a fascinating conversation with David, covering everything from the learned behaviors of birds and what makes birds happy to why young people are leaving the church. They dive into the age-old nature-nurture debate and discuss why scientism cannot explain away morality. Tune in to hear more about Dr. Lahti’s research and the complexities he’s found at the intersection of idealism, scientism, and cultural relativism. Resources: Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at .
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How Artificial Intelligence Impacts Human Connection: Dr. Rosalind W. Picard | Episode 271
04/11/2024
How Artificial Intelligence Impacts Human Connection: Dr. Rosalind W. Picard | Episode 271
In this episode, Gabe interviews Dr. Rosalind Picard, a renowned scientist, inventor, engineer, and member of the faculty of MIT's Media Lab. Rosalind helps us define and understand affective computing and what role empathy, emotion, and human connection have in relation to A.I. and other technologies. They talk about the relational and ethical tensions in building technologies that people come to rely on. Rosalind also shares a powerful example of how wearable technologies can save lives. Listen in as Gabe and Rosalind ask the tough questions around affective computing and discern whether or not we’re becoming more or less human with the help of these technologies. Resources: Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at .
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What It Means To Be Human: Dr. Curt Thompson | Episode 270
04/09/2024
What It Means To Be Human: Dr. Curt Thompson | Episode 270
“…the Bible gives us a grounding for what it means for us to be human, but science can give us a bigger window into the mechanics of how we then apply that meaning on a day-to-day basis,” says psychiatrist and author Dr. Curt Thompson. In this episode, Gabe continues our Science and Faith series with Curt, discussing how God has designed our brains to function and how much this design reveals the unique nature of every human being. Curt draws neurobiological correlations to the biblical narrative, specifically about our human need for relationship in order to flourish. He shares how our lack of relationship and community caused by our cell phone and social media usage is driving the mental health crisis. Tune in to hear what Curt suggests we can do to simplify our lives and foster community, comfort and confidence in ourselves and our children. Resources: THINQ Talk: , Curt Thompson THINQ Talk: , Curt Thompson, Scott Sauls, Rebekah Lyons , a THINQ Media Podcast Create an account to access more trusted content on topics from all channels of culture at .
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