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Posts Tagged ‘immigration’
James Hudnut-Beumler on Religion in the Now South
Prof. James Hudnut-Beumler returns to our show to discuss his new book “Strangers and Friends at the Welcome Table,” an academic and “road trip” look at Christianity in the contemporary South. We look at Southern religion as it was in the past and what trends are reshaping the landscape today, including the rise of megachurches, homeschooling, and acceptance of alternative lifestyles. [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Anthony Gill on the Political Origins of Religious Liberty (Encore Presentation)
While we are solving some technical difficulty problems, please enjoy this “blast from the past,” as Prof. Steven Pfaff interviews me about my work on the origins of religious liberty. [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Chris Soper on the Challenge of Religious Pluralism
How do various democratic nations manage increasing religious pluralism around the world? Prof. Christopher Soper, a distinguished political scientist at Pepperdine University, answers this question and talks about the third edition of his book The Challenge of Pluralism, co-authored with Kevin den Dulk and the late Stephen Monsma. After Chris provides a few reflections on […] [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Marion Larson on Bubbles, Bridges, and Multifaith Engagement
In an increasingly pluralistic world, can Christians break out of their bubble and engage individuals from different faiths while still retaining their own spiritual identity. Prof. Marion Larson of Bethel University discusses how she and her co-author, Prof. Sara Shady, have approached this subject theoretically and as a matter of practical experience. Prof. Larson shares her thoughts on the topics of ecumenism, tolerance, and approaching others with an attitude of hospitality. Tell your family, friends, and colleagues about our free weekly podcast. We love hearing from listeners! [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Kyle Roberts on Evangelical Gotham
Gotham. The Big Apple. The City that Never Sleeps. New York City. We have many images of New York City, but how many of us as thinking of that worldly city having a vibrant evangelical community in the 19th century? Kyle Roberts, an assistant professor of history at Loyola University (Chicago), takes us on a journey […] [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Frank Newport on Survey Research and American Religiosity (Encore Presentation)
Encore Presentation: Dr. Frank Newport, the Editor-in-Chief at Gallup, discusses the process of public opinion research and what it tells us about America’s changing religious landscape. We spend a significant amount of time discussing how polls are conducted, what their limitations are, and how survey companies like Gallup try to overcome these problems. This is a fantastic primer for those who are unfamiliar with survey research. We spend the second half of the interview discussing Dr. Newport’s book, “God Is Alive & Well,” which argues that America is still a vibrantly spiritual nation. [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Maureen Fitzgerald on Irish Nuns and Welfare
Irish immigration during the 1840s and afterwards had an important effect on the cultural, economic, and political history of the United States. Prof. Maureen Fitzgerald (College of William & Marry) discusses how Irish nuns worked with poor immigrants and the effect they had on transforming New York’s welfare system over the course of the 19th and early 20th century. This seldom told story illuminates the important role women religious played in advocating for women, children, and families during a period of rapid change in American society. To download episodes, simply “right click” on “download” and select “save as…” And don’t forget to share with a friend! [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Claire Adida on Discrimination Towards Muslims in France
France has a sizable and growing Muslim population, but how well are they integrated into national life? Prof. Claire Adida discusses a multi-pronged study conducted with David Laitin and Marie-Anne Valfort assessing the extent of discrimination on religious grounds and why it occurs. We discuss “rational” and “non-rational” Islamophobia (listen to the podcast for full definition of these terms) and the self-reinforcing “discriminatory equilibrium” that has resulted in the country. She also discusses the field experiments conducted as part of this research. Research on Religion is available for free on iTunes. We have over 270 unique episodes in the archives. [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Joseph Castleberry on the New Pilgrims
Dr. Joseph Castleberry, president of Northwest University, discusses how the recent wave of immigrants have been revitalizing religion in America, both spiritually and in terms of civil religion. He connects this revitalization back early “great awakenings” in American history that were spurred by waves of individuals coming to America in search of greater opportunity, and relays stories of how the “new pilgrims” are planting churches and inspiring success. Please connect with us on Twitter and Facebook for regular updates on guests and topics. [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] Rajdeep Singh on American Sikhs and Religious Liberty
What is the Sikh religion and how have Sikhs fit into American society? Rajdeep Singh of the Sikh Coalition explains the history, tenets, rituals, and practices of his faith, as well as the challenges this religious minority has faced in the United States. We discuss how Sikhs have been instrumental in championing religious liberty with cases about religious garb in Oregon and issues of occupational safety. Do you know someone who might enjoy these free podcasts? Let them know about us! [ READ THE FULL ARTICLE ] |
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