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Deep Talks with Paul Anleitner

Deep Talks is a podcast dedicated to exploring the integral relationship between religion, culture, philosophy, and science. Featuring long-form discussions and lectures about culture, theology, philosophy, science , and the pursuit of meaning in life. Paul Anleitner is a cultural theologian whose work focuses on the role of culture and story in our quest for meaning. His unique interdisciplinary approach integrates theology, philosophy, and science to help individuals and institutions navigate cultural shifts and address perennial religious longings.
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Episodes

Why Modern Education is Broken | Jeremy Wayne Tate

Jeremy Wayne Tate is the founder and CEO of the Classic Learning Test and a national leader in the revival of classical education. Subscribe to my FREE weekly newsletter: https://paulanleitner.substack.com/ Support my work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/deeptalkstheologypodcast

Aug 05, 202556 minEp. 240

Fantastic Four, Superman, & More: A Deeper Analysis of this Summer's Movies

In this episode, I'll break down the deeper philosophical and theological ideas in Fantastic Four, Superman, Jurassic World Rebirth, and F1. Subscribe to my FREE weekly newsletter: https://paulanleitner.substack.com/ Support my work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/deeptalkstheologypodcast

Jul 29, 20251 hr 8 minEp. 239

Superman Review & Discussion with Parker Settecase

Parker Settecase and Paul Anleitner discuss the philosophical themes in James Gunn's new Superman movie starring David Corenswet. Subscribe to @ParkerNotes and @ParkersPensees Substack: https://parknotes.substack.com/ Subscribe to "Reading the Zeitgeist" with Paul Anleitner: https://substack.com/@paulanleitner?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page Support my work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/deeptalkstheologypodcast...

Jul 15, 20251 hr 18 minEp. 238

Why Tom Cruise is a Vibe Shift Icon

Sign up for my free weekly newsletter: https://paulanleitner.substack.com/p/the-tom-cruise-revival-and-the-return Support my work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/deeptalkstheologypodcast

Jun 24, 202521 minEp. 237

Why Culture is Going Post-Cynical (Also a BIG Announcement)

Special thanks to PostEverything Podcast for having me on. Check them out at: https://open.spotify.com/show/2IduWunxhhDfZd8vYOGNab?si=c2912b1cc62649ce ___________________________ Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast. Become a Patreon member today and receive bonus episodes, Q & A opportunities, and more! https://www.patreon.com/c/deeptalkstheologypodcast...

Apr 14, 20251 hr 10 minEp. 236

Jordan Hall Set Out to Save Civilization & Found a Small Country Church Instead

​Jordan Hall, is a futurist, philosopher, and public speaker renowned for his insights into the interplay between technology and culture. Hall played a significant role in the digital media landscape at MP3.com and later as the founder and CEO of DivX, a company instrumental in the online digital video revolution. After this, Hall turned his attention to halting the collapse of civilization. Hall is a prominent thinker in the Game B movement, which seeks alternative societal structures to addres...

Apr 02, 20251 hr 23 minEp. 235

The Inevitable Emptiness of Deconstruction | Ian Harber

Ian Harber is the author of Walking Through Deconstruction: How to be a Companion in a Crisis of Faith. https://www.amazon.com/Walking-Through-Deconstruction-Companion-Crisis/dp/1514008564 ___________________________ Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast. Become a Patreon member today and receive bonus episodes, Q & A opportunities, and more! https://www.patreon.com/c/deeptalkstheologypodcast...

Mar 24, 20251 hr 23 minEp. 234

The Meaning Crisis & Our Post-Cynical Vibe Shift

I recently joined Christian Baxter and the Yours Truly Podcast to discuss how the meaning crisis is leading to our post-cynical vibe shift. ------ Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast. Become a Patreon member today and receive bonus episodes, Q & A opportunities, and more! https://www.patreon.com/c/deeptalkstheologypodcast

Mar 11, 20251 hr 47 minEp. 233

The Matrix Was a Lie

In this episdoe, we'll critically reevaluate the message of The Matrix and whether or not its philosophical and theological themes did more harm than good. On YouTube: https://youtu.be/fYww_x_WaGk?si=dizfer-krgqJuALc _____________ Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast. Become a Patreon member today and receive bonus episodes, Q & A opportunities, and more! Patreon.com/deeptalkstheology

Feb 24, 202520 minEp. 232

John Vervaeke & Clay Routledge | Nostalgia & the Loss of Our Guiding Stories

John Vervaeke, PhD is a philosopher and cognitive scientist. He is an associate professor and award-winning lecturer at the University of Toronto, teaching in the Department of Psychology. His work and research is far-ranging, including topics such as human intelligence, rationality, wisdom, and AI. Clay Routledge, PhD is an existential psychologist, a writer, and a consultant. Clay is Vice President of Research and Director of the Human Flourishing Lab at Archbridge Institute and coeditor of Pr...

Feb 10, 20251 hr 30 minEp. 231

Did C.S. Lewis' Space Trilogy predict Elon Musk, AI, & Aliens? | Annie Crawford

Is C.S. Lewis' "Space Trilogy" the most important Lewis book for our current cultural moment? Annie Crawford is the co-founder of Vine Classical Community & the Senior Fellow for The Society of Women of Letters. She writes for publications such as Salvo, The Symbolic World, and others on the works of C.S. Lewis. ____________ Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast. Become a Patreon member today and receive bonus episodes, Q & A opportunities, and more! https://www.patreon.com/c/deepta...

Feb 03, 20251 hr 40 minEp. 230

Is Wrestling America's Best Philosophy?

This may sound absurd to some of you, but professional wrestling might be America's best barometer on cultural shifts and changes. Paul reacts to the WWE Raw on Netflix trailer and discusses why the WWE should not be overlooked as one of America's most important cultural influences. ------ Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast. Become a Patreon member today and receive bonus episodes, Q & A opportunities, and more! https://www.patreon.com/c/deeptalkstheologypodcast...

Jan 20, 202530 minEp. 229

How Postmodernism Killed Superman | Parker Settecase

Parker Settecase is the host of @ParkersPensees and @ParkerNotes In this episode, we discuss the rise of cynicism and deconstruction in pop culture, the philosophical roots of these postmodern shifts, and what may be coming next in the hero's stories of our culture. Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast. Become a Patreon member today and receive bonus episodes, Q & A opportunities, and more! https://www.patreon.com/c/deeptalkstheologypodcast...

Jan 13, 20252 hr 4 minEp. 228

Fallen Angels Backstory? "Gabriel and the Guardians" creator Jason Moody

Jason Moody is the creator of Angel Studios brand-new fantasy anime series Gabriel and the Guardians , which tells an incredible fantasy story inspired by the book of Genesis, the book of Enoch, and the mythological context of the Ancient Near East. It's part Chronicles of Narnia, part Similrillion, part Dragon Ball Z, and it's deeply informed by the biblical scholarship you'd find in from Michael Heiser, John Walton, and the Bible Project. Jason Moody is the Founder and Creative Director of Col...

Jan 02, 20251 hr 25 minEp. 227

The Culture Shift | Paul talks with Tudor Dixon, former Michigan candidate for governor

In a first for me, I sit down for a deep discussion about religion and culture... with a politician! Tudor Dixon was the first female Republican nominee for governor in the state of Michigan. Long-time followers of my work know that I don't do political endorsements, nor do I demonize candidates or politicians. But when her team reached out for an interview, and I expressed my convictions, they expressed sincere respect for those convictions and clear indicators of a good-faith dialogue. But giv...

Dec 10, 202443 minEp. 226

Are We a Spiritual Species? (Part 2) | Dr. Clay Routledge

Dr. Clay Routledge is a leading expert in existential psychology. He is a highly cited scholar who has published more than 100 scholarly papers, co-edited three books, authored two books, and received numerous awards for his academic research and student mentorship. He is the Vice President of Research and Director of the Human Flourishing Lab at the Archbridge Institute and the coeditor of Profectus Magazine . https://www.clayroutledge.com/ Ben Wilterdink is the Director of Programs at the Arch...

Nov 26, 202449 minEp. 225

Are We a Spiritual Species? (Part 1) | Dr. Clay Routledge

Dr. Clay Routledge is a leading expert in existential psychology. He is a highly cited scholar who has published more than 100 scholarly papers, co-edited three books, authored two books, and received numerous awards for his academic research and student mentorship. He is the Vice President of Research and Director of the Human Flourishing Lab at the Archbridge Institute and the coeditor of Profectus Magazine . https://www.clayroutledge.com/ Ben Wilterdink is the Director of Programs at the Arch...

Nov 20, 202456 minEp. 224

Joe Rogan is Changing His Mind on Religion

Joe Rogan, once a vocal evangelist of New Atheist talking points on religion, recently expressed how he yearns for the "just and righteous" Kingdom of God and believes the world "needs Jesus...for real." That's quite a change for Rogan, but his journey is emblematic of a broader shift in attitudes towards religion. In this episode, I'll explain why this cultural shift is happening, and we'll engage with the work of Charles Taylor, Jonathan Haidt, Paul Tillich, and others to help us better unders...

Nov 12, 202459 minEp. 223

Halloween: Why We Long to Be Haunted

Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast that is free of advertisements. Become a member on Patreon today: https://www.patreon.com/deeptalkstheologypodcast

Oct 29, 202415 minEp. 222

Psychedelics & Christianity: Roundtable Discussion with Ashley Lande, Paul Risse, and Joe Welker

In this roundtable discussion, I talk with 3 experienced former psychonauts about their experiences with psychedelics and why each of them eventually left psychedelics to practice Christianity. Ashley Lande is an artist and writer. She is the author of The Thing That Would Make Everything Okay Forever: Transcendence, Psychedelics & Jesus Christ. https://www.ashleylande.com/ Paul Risse is a modern-day Renaissance man. He is an author, speaker, skilled craftsman, and boutique home builder. He ...

Oct 08, 20242 hr 12 minEp. 221

Faith Beyond Nihilism & Naivety | Andy Squyres

Andy Squyres is a singer-songwriter and essayist from Charlotte, North Carolina. In this conversation, we discuss how the metamodern shift impacts the way we communicate about God and the journey of faith. What do we do when the life strategies we've learned seem to fail? Is God much more boring than the mainstream Christian advertisements of him would lead us to believe? https://andysquyres.com/ Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast that is free of advertisements. Become a member on Patreo...

Oct 01, 20241 hr 23 minEp. 220

What's the Relationship between Religion, Culture, & Meaning?

Paul is on the other side of the interview today as a guest on health coach Nick Diller's podcast "Chasing Curiosity". In this conversation, we discuss the intricate relationship between culture and religion, and the function of religion as a guiding story in our lives. We discuss the decline of traditional religious practices in modern society and the resurgence of interest in spirituality, particularly among men. Deep Talks is a listener-supported podcast that is free of advertisements. Become...

Sep 24, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 219

What is Metamodernism? | Brett McCracken

Brett McCracken is a senior editor and director of communications at The Gospel Coalition. He is the author of several books, including The Wisdom Pyramid: Feeding Your Soul in a Post-Truth World and Uncomfortable: The Awkward and Essential Challenge of Christian Community . brettmccracken.com In this conversation, Paul Anleitner and Brett McCracken explore the concept of metamodernism as a response to postmodernism, discussing its implications in storytelling, culture, and spirituality. They de...

Sep 16, 20241 hr 27 minEp. 218

Is the Hero's Journey True? | Justin Wells- Filmmaker and Professor of Film

Justin Wells teaches documentary filmmaking at Biola Unversity and is the author of How to Film Truth. He has a Master's in Philosophy from California State University- Long Beach, a Master of Theology and Art from Fuller Theological Seminary, and a Master's in Art and Documentary Film from the Art Center College of Design. In today's episode, we discuss the concept of the hero's journey in storytelling & popular film and assess how we can discern whether the stories we consume are universal...

Sep 09, 20241 hr 36 minEp. 217

Explaining David Bentley Hart's "All Things are Full of Gods" (Part 2)

In this series, we'll attempt to distill the essential ideas and arguments from each chapter of David Bentley Hart's new book "All Things are Full of Gods." This episode focuses on Chapters 2-3. It's also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7ssleazsl94 For Part 1 on the introduction and Chapter 1: https://youtu.be/YBNnZiu-D2g Tell me in the comments what you thought about this chapter! Ask questions! Share counterpoints! Let's get our own dialogue going. To support on Patreon: https://www.pat...

Sep 05, 202451 minEp. 216

Explaining David Bentley Hart's "All Things are Full of Gods" (Part 1)

In this series, we'll attempt to distill the essential ideas and arguments from each chapter of David Bentley Hart's new book "All Things are Full of Gods." This episode is also available on video: https://youtu.be/YBNnZiu-D2g To support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/deeptalkstheologypodcast

Aug 29, 202426 minEp. 215

Deep Talks Essentials: Metamodernism (Part 3)

This summer, we'll be replaying some of the essential episodes from the past six years of Deep Talks. Here's one of those episodes from September 2023!

Jul 22, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 212

Deep Talks Essentials: Metamodernism (Part 2)

This summer, we'll be replaying some of the essential episodes from the past six years of Deep Talks. Here's one of those episodes from August 2023!

Jul 15, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 211
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