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Matters of culture should matter to us—because they matter to God. Hosted by Elizabeth Woodson and Adam Hawkins, the Culture Matters podcast explores the intersection of faith and culture. Looking at everything from politics, art and entertainment to issues such as racial reconciliation and the sanctity of human life, we discuss what it looks like to live faithfully on mission—in the world but not of the world.

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    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.5 • 477 Ratings

Matters of culture should matter to us—because they matter to God. Hosted by Elizabeth Woodson and Adam Hawkins, the Culture Matters podcast explores the intersection of faith and culture. Looking at everything from politics, art and entertainment to issues such as racial reconciliation and the sanctity of human life, we discuss what it looks like to live faithfully on mission—in the world but not of the world.

    More on Singleness: Friendships, Attractions, and the Big Scary Holidays

    More on Singleness: Friendships, Attractions, and the Big Scary Holidays

    We invited our friends Braedon and Jenna back on the show to talk more about navigating singlness. In this episode we talked about how to handle friendships between singles and marrieds, steward attraction, and advice for navigating the holidays when you're single.
    Resources Mentioned
    Link to previous episode on Singleness
    Link to episode with Curt Thompson
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    • 51 min
    Purity Culture & Healthy Masculinity

    Purity Culture & Healthy Masculinity

    We chat with author Zachary Wagner about his book Non-Toxic Masculinity. Zachary offers a fresh approach to thinking about masculine sexuality from a nuanced Christian perspective. He paints a beautiful picture of healthy masculinity in light of the redemptive story that God has for all of humankind.
     
    Guest Resources
    Zachary's Website: zacharycwagner.com
    Non-Toxic Masculinity: Recovering Healthy Male Sexuality
    Follow Zachary
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    • 54 min
    The Soul of Desire w/ Dr. Curt Thompson

    The Soul of Desire w/ Dr. Curt Thompson

    Author and Psychiatrist Curt Thompson joins us on the podcast to talk about his book The Soul of Desire. We explore the topics of beauty, vulnerability, longing, community, and the nature of desire.
     
    Guest Resources
    Connect with Dr. Thompson and his workBeing Known PodcastNeuro Faith PodcastPhilosopher Roger Scrutun's Beauty
     
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    This episode is sponsored by Called.Called is a professional network specifically designed for people in ministry! For anyone from youth interns to executive pastors, Churches to Christian nonprofits, Called is THE place to find community and discover opportunities. Connect with ministry peers who share your calling and passion for building the future of the church. 
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    • 58 min
    Sexual Exploitation and Sex-Trafficking with Kim Jones of My Refuge House

    Sexual Exploitation and Sex-Trafficking with Kim Jones of My Refuge House

    We got to sit down with Kim Jones, Director of Engagement for My Refuge House, a non-profit that provides long-term aftercare to survivors of commercial and online sexual exploitation of children and abuse in the Philippines. We talked about the work that MRH is doing to restore one life at a time, as well as discuss some of the nuances of the culture of trafficking and sexual exploitation.
     
    Resources Mentioned
    Learn more about My Refuge House
    Attend Fashioned for Freedom
     
    Thanks to Our Sponsors
    This episode is sponsored by Called.Called is a professional network specifically designed for people in ministry! For anyone from youth interns to executive pastors, Churches to Christian nonprofits, Called is THE place to find community and discover opportunities. Connect with ministry peers who share your calling and passion for building the future of the church. 
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    • 53 min
    Genesis of Gender w/ Dr. Abigail Favale

    Genesis of Gender w/ Dr. Abigail Favale

    Our guest this week is Dr. Abigail Favale, writer and professor in the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame. Her book—Genesis of Gender—is an important resource for understanding the gender paradigm, and applying a Christian approach to the cultural narratives.
     
    Resources Mentioned
    The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory
    Abigail's Website
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    • 48 min
    Cultural Round-Up: Slow Journalism

    Cultural Round-Up: Slow Journalism

    Our hosts sit down and talk through some of the things we're been reading and enjoying this season. Some of the topics we talk about:
    The concept of "Slow Journalism"
    The downfall of relentlessly pursuing optimization through technology
    How we walk through grief and do suffering well.
    Resources Mentioned
    Delayed Gratification: Slow Journalism Magazine
    The Convivial Society Technology Newsletter
    A Strange New World by Carl Trueman
    Tara Lapinksy's Podcast Unexpecting
    Our episode with Adam Young
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    • 46 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
477 Ratings

477 Ratings

Texas CM listener ,

Always challenged.

The variety of topics, guests and perspectives is always challenging, helpful and encouraging. Loving the latest season!

Jenaitalksphotos ,

Able to see multiple perspectives

I am a bit of a podcast junkie and this is one I listen to regularly. I love how the hosts are able to look at issues from multiple perspectives in an effort to really understand people and events. It’s a skill many of us have lost in recent years but one I really value, regardless of my position on any particular topic. I particularly enjoy the recent episodes on technology and formation. Keep up the great work, guys!

R.Lowman ,

Applicable and challenging

The Christian life is not one to be done in isolation. Culture is beautiful and this podcast encourages me to think differently about it. It challenges me toward my own metacognition. I embrace the cognitive dissonance. I’m grateful for what the Lord has taught me about the gospel and culture. It is so encouraging to me in my walk with Christ, my relationship with my brothers and sisters in Christ and the world. I highly recommend this podcast to all who are willing to lend an ear and not assume the political beliefs of the hosts. May you use this as an opportunity to listen to different opinions without labeling as the world quickly does. The beauty of nuance is helpful and godly.

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