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La Bulle RhĂ©torique đŸŽ™ïž Par Jean-Corentin Poisson
La Bulle RhĂ©torique đŸŽ™ïž Par Jean-Corentin Poisson[REDIFF] Incarner sa parole pour mieux diriger | Christophe de Becdelievre, CEO de LeHibou | LBRPeut-on encore diriger sans maĂźtriser sa prise de parole ?Christophe de BecdeliĂšvre, CEO de LeHibou, partage sa vision du leadership incarnĂ©. Dans cet Ă©change franc et stimulant, il revient sur :L’importance de la parole du dirigeant, en interne comme en externeLa diffĂ©rence entre bien parler et incarner un messageSa stratĂ©gie pour former ses Ă©quipes Ă  pitcher et prendre la paroleLes limites du mythe « startup = babyfoot » et l’enjeu rĂ©el de la culture d’entreprise...
2025-08-0855 minCa s\'est passé aujourd\'hui !
Ca s'est passĂ© aujourd'hui !7 juin 1977 : Les Sex Pistols provoquent un scandale royal sur la TamiseJe suppose que vous vous souvenez du jubilĂ© de platine de la Reine Elizabeth il y a trois ans, c’était un 7 juin, 70 ans de rĂšgne. Et bien moi je me souviens aussi de celui de 1977, pour ses 25 ans de rĂšgne. Et tous ceux qui ont connu l’époque s’en souviennent parce qu’à ce moment-lĂ  sort le 45 Tours d’un groupe nommĂ© les Sex Pistols, God save the Queen. Le rĂ©gime britannique traitĂ© de fasciste, la photo d’Elizabeth dĂ©chirĂ©e, on va voir ça partout. Pourquoi ? Et bien Ă  cause d’un coup de comm du patron de leur firme de d...
2025-06-0703 minDĂ©codeur de la Communication
DĂ©codeur de la CommunicationValeurs d'entreprise et Raison d'ĂȘtre : Bullshit ou vrais Sujets ? | Fred Fougerat et Jean-François Granat | Ep 137Les valeurs d’entreprise, vous y croyez ? Trop souvent rĂ©duites Ă  une belle affiche dans l’ascenseur et Ă  des mots creux comme « excellence » et « innovation », elles suscitent autant d’enthousiasme qu’un ppt de 85 slides. Fort heureusement, pour en parler avec sĂ©rieux et recul, j'ai rĂ©uni Jean-François Granat, directeur de la communication et du marketing dans l’industrie, et Fred Fougerat, l'homme de Tenkan Paris.Les valeurs : un vernis ou un engagement ?Jean-François commence fort : « Une entreprise qui affiche “respect des c...
2025-02-1648 minThink Christian: A Faith and Pop Culture Podcast
Think Christian: A Faith and Pop Culture PodcastCheering for Chance the Rapper's ComebackWith a handful of fresh tracks on the eve of a promised mixtape, what is the State of Chance? Josh and Claude consider the trajectory of the artist’s career thus far, as well as the “language of redemption” that can be heard in his new music. SHOW NOTES Xavier Ramey on ‘Coloring Book: A Chance Encounter with Joy’ - https://thinkchristian.net/coloring-book-a-chance-encounter-with-joy Claude on ‘Chance the Rapper’s Wedding Invitation’ - https://thinkchristian.net/chance-the-rappers-wedding-invitation Josh and Kathryn Freeman discussing The Big Day on the TC podcast - https://thinkchristian.net/podcast/covenant-chance-the-rappers-big-day-beyonc%C3%A9s-lion-king-album Josh on ‘Chance the Rapper’...
2024-07-1729 minThe Kingdom Way
The Kingdom WayEvery Body's Story: Myths About Sex, Marriage, & Singless, & the Life-Giving Gospel Truth About Our Embodied Existence - Interview with Branson ParlerWelcome to The Kingdom Way podcast! This podcast is a place where we have meaningful conversations about the Christian faith to better help us follow Jesus, the living and reigning King. In this week's episode, I talk with Branson Parler about the theology of the body in the Christian worldview. We talk about what the good news of Jesus has to say about marriage, sex, gender, and our embodied existence. Check out Branson's book, ⁠ Every Body's Story: 6 Myths About Sex and the Gospel Truth About Marriage and Singleness and his ministry at The Foundry. Check ou...
2023-12-1244 minThe Stewardship Project
The Stewardship ProjectAfterthoughts - Cultural Stewardship Unveiled: A Conversation with Branson ParlerJoin Sean and Andrew as they breakdown their conversation with Dr. Branson Parler including the ways that we have approached these topics in the past and what we take away from this conversation.
2023-12-1134 minThe Stewardship Project
The Stewardship ProjectCultural Stewardship Unveiled: A Conversation with Branson ParlerJoin us in this episode as we explore the dynamic intersection of stewardship and culture with special guest Branson Parler. Delve into a thoughtful conversation on navigating cultural engagement responsibly, fostering positive influence, and contributing to a more mindful society. Discover practical insights and actionable strategies to be an intentional steward within the ever-evolving landscapes of culture, values, and impact. Tune in for an enriching dialogue that empowers you to make a positive difference in the world around you.
2023-12-0542 minThe Stewardship Project
The Stewardship ProjectForethoughts - Cultural Stewardship Unveiled: A Conversation with Branson ParlerJoin us in this episode as we explore the dynamic intersection of stewardship and culture with special guest Branson Parler. Delve into a thoughtful conversation on navigating cultural engagement responsibly, fostering positive influence, and contributing to a more mindful society. Discover practical insights and actionable strategies to be an intentional steward within the ever-evolving landscapes of culture, values, and impact. Tune in for an enriching dialogue that empowers you to make a positive difference in the world around you.
2023-11-2715 minpH podcast | Le podcast de Camille
pH podcast | Le podcast de CamilleÉpisode 8: Innovation, intuition & haute crĂ©ativitĂ© | Camille Le FeuvreEpisode sur l'innovation, intuition & haute crĂ©ativitĂ©. Dans cet Ă©pisode, on va parler d’innovation, d’intuition , de haute crĂ©ativitĂ©, de haut potentiel crĂ©atif  intuitif visionnaire et on va regarder quel est le lien entre tout cela. Vous allez adorez cet Ă©pisode, car on va analyser ce mode de fonctionnement atypique porteur de talents crĂ©atifs. J’espĂšre que cet Ă©pisode va vous inspirer et vous donner envie de rĂ©aliser vos rĂȘves, vos projets et de pulvĂ©riser les plafonds de verres. Allez...
2023-08-3107 minTheology in the Raw
Theology in the RawS2 Ep1103: Sexual Ethics and Christ's Upside Down Kingdom: Dr. Branson ParlerDr. Branson Parler (Ph.D., Calvin Theological Seminary) is Director of Theological Education and Professor of Theology at The Foundryin Grand Rapids, Michigan and a pastor, author, and speaker. He teaches and writes on a wide variety of topics in theology, philosophy, and biblical studies. He serves on the collaborative leadership team for The Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender and as Director of Faith Formation at Fourth Reformed Church in Grand Rapids. In this conversation, we talk about Branson’s latest book: Every Body’s Story: 6 Myths About Sex and the Gospel Truth about Marriage and Singleness. Learn more abou...
2023-08-171h 01Hole in My Heart Podcast
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 202: Season 6 Wrap and Q & A Part 2 with Laurie, Matt, and SteveToday, we wrap up season six by asking Matt, Laurie, and Steve if we have met our goal for the season: “Do you feel like you can walk into any room confidently because your identity is more rooted in Christ?” So, have we? :D We truthfully answer this question as well as: What we do when we feel tempted toward sexual sin or with wanting to buy everything in Pottery Barn? How is Laurie’s health? Has it changed? How do we engage with believers who are clearly “producing fruit,” but are choosing to walk outsi...
2023-07-1445 minLa communication pour les entrepreneurs : Guide pratique pour réussir
La communication pour les entrepreneurs : Guide pratique pour réussirChapitre 4: Comment écouter activementLorsqu'il s'agit de communication, il est facile de penser que cela implique principalement de parler et de transmettre des informations. Cependant, une écoute active est tout aussi importante pour une communication efficace. L'écoute active consiste à écouter attentivement ce que les autres ont à dire, à comprendre leur point de vue et à répondre de maniÚre appropriée.Pour devenir un bon auditeur, il est important de comprendre les avantages de l'écoute active. Selon une étude réalisée par la Harvard Business Review, les leaders qui écoutent activement peuvent mieux comprendre les préoccupations de leurs employés, établi...
2023-06-2602 minTruth Changes Everything
Truth Changes EverythingBranson Parler – A Storied & Embodied FaithBranson Parler serves as Director of Theological Education and Professor of Theology at The Foundry, a nonprofit ministry focused on partnering with churches to provide accessible biblical and practical training for church leaders at every level. He was previously professor of theological studies at Kuyper College in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He also serves as director of faith formation at Fourth Reformed Church in Grand Rapids. He writes and teaches on a variety of topics related to the Bible, theology, ministry, and engaging culture. He loves spending time with his wife, Sarah, and their six kids. Listen to...
2023-06-0645 minTruth Changes Everything
Truth Changes EverythingBranson Parler – A Storied & Embodied FaithBranson Parler serves as Director of Theological Education and Professor of Theology at The Foundry, a nonprofit ministry focused on partnering with churches to provide accessible biblical and practical training for church leaders at every level. He was previously professor of theological studies at Kuyper College in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He also serves as director of faith formation at Fourth Reformed Church in Grand Rapids. He writes and teaches on a variety of topics related to the Bible, theology, ministry, and engaging culture. He loves spending time with his wife, Sarah, and their six kids. Listen to...
2023-06-0645 minHole in My Heart Podcast
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 196: I am Redeemed with Branson ParlerToday, we continue our identity series by exploring our deep-rooted need to know we are redeemed. Why? How? We ask these questions and more of our guest, theologian and author, Branson Parler. We also explore
 What if we feel we are too far gone to be redeemed? How does suffering play into this conversation? How does all of this help us walk with friends who wrestle with gender? //Highlights: “In last couple of years, God said to me, ‘Are you anchored in who I am or in who you are? W...
2023-04-2146 minMind Parachutes
Mind ParachutesLes conseils des meilleurs entrepreneurs (Google, Tesla) : RĂ©inventez-vous de James AltucherQu’est-ce que l’on peut apprendre des meilleurs entrepreneurs au monde ? Le livre « RĂ©inventez-vous », de James Altucher, est une collection de rĂ©flexions et conseils pour s’amĂ©liorer et grandir, tirĂ©s des grands leaders spirituels comme Pape François et Gandhi, ou des chanteurs mythiques, comme Mick Jagger et Eminem. Retrouvez le livre sur amazon : https://amzn.to/2rr3fVF Dans cette vidĂ©o, j’ai dĂ©cidĂ© de mettre en avant les conseils d’entrepreneurs d’exception : Elon Musk, crĂ©ateur de Paypal et de Tesla, Richard Branson, crĂ©ateur de Virgin Airlines, Larr...
2022-10-1908 minAfter Class Podcast
After Class Podcast5.41 - Interview with Branson ParlerThis week the ACP guys welcome Branson Parler, author of the newly released "Every Body's Story: 6 Myths about Sex and the Gospel Truth about Marriage and Singleness". Listen in to catch engaging discussion about Branson's book and some of culture's myths about sex, marriage, and singleness.
2022-10-1755 minTheology in the Raw
Theology in the RawS2 Ep1016: #1016 - Rethinking Church-Based Theological Education: Drs. Branson Parler and Jeff FisherBranson and Jeff have been involved in theological education for several years and recently launched an innovative church-based organization for theological education. It’s called The Foundry. Their mission is to strengthen and support church leaders at every level with biblical and practical training.  Branson also just released an outstanding book on a theology of the body and sexual ethics called Every Body’s Story: 6 Myths about Sex and the Gospel Truth about Marriage and Singleness.  If you would like to support Theology in the Raw, please visit patreon.com/theologyintheraw for more i...
2022-10-131h 08Mareeva Sibert
Mareeva SibertComment ĂȘtre plus productif ?Nous cherchons tous Ă  faire notre travail en fonction du temps et des moyens dont nous disposons. Pour y parvenir, certaines habitudes sont excellentes et dans cet Ă©pisode, je vous prĂ©sente une habitude, un conseil donnĂ© par Richard Branson pour ĂȘtre plus productif au travail. Richard Branson est le cĂ©lĂšbre patron de Virgin et il a fait rĂ©cemment parler de lui en se lançant dans la course Ă  l'espace. -- Le meilleur moyen de me soutenir, c'est de t'abonner au podcast, de laisser...
2022-06-1707 minActon Line
Acton LineThe next generation of church leadersIn this episode of Acton Line, Dylan Pahman, research fellow and executive editor of the Journal of Markets & Morality here at Acton, sits down with Jeff Fisher, professor of theology and director of spiritual formation, and Branson Parler, professor of theology and director of theological education, both of the Foundry, to discuss their entrepreneurial alternative to traditional Christian higher education for ministry leaders. Topics range from the specifics of how the Foundry works to broader questions of the economic and identity crises of colleges and universities across the country. What is the role of the Church in training the...
2022-05-2551 minCorinth Reformed Church Podcast
Corinth Reformed Church PodcastGospel-Shaped Marriage & SinglenessDr. Branson Parler 05/22/22
2022-05-2339 minCorinth Reformed Church Podcast
Corinth Reformed Church PodcastYour Are Not Your OwnBranson Parler 05/15/22
2022-05-1635 minEntre Les Deux Oreilles - Le balado en santé mentale
Entre Les Deux Oreilles - Le balado en santĂ© mentale18 - La santĂ© mentale des entrepreneurs avec Martin Enault, entrepreneur et prĂ©sident du C.A. de ReliefEntrepreneur et ambassadeur en santĂ© mentale, Martin Enault vit avec la bipolaritĂ© et il ne se gĂȘne pas d'en parler sur toutes les tribunes. Co-fondateur d'Intellitix, Ex-CEO de C2 International et coach au Centech, il a travaillĂ© avec les grands du monde des technologies et de l'Ă©vĂ©nementiel. Il a collaborĂ© avec James Cameron, Richard Branson, Steve Wozniak et a oeuvrĂ© dans les plus grand festivals comme Lollapalooza, Coachella, TomorrowLand et le Festival d'Ă©tĂ© de QuĂ©bec. Ambassadeur en santĂ© mentale, il siĂšge depuis 13 ans sur le Consei...
2022-03-2225 minThe Abide Project Podcast
The Abide Project PodcastThe Abide Project Lecture Series: Branson ParlerBranson Parler (Ph.D., Calvin Theological Seminary) is professor of theology at Kuyper College in Grand Rapids, Michigan and a pastor, author, and speaker. He teaches and writes on a wide variety of topics in theology, philosophy, and biblical studies. He serves on the collaborative leadership team for The Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender and as Director of Faith Formation at Fourth Reformed Church in Grand Rapids.Visit www.abideproject.org Get full access to The Abide Project at www.abideproject.org/subscribe
2022-01-311h 15SciFi4Me: Live From the Bunker
SciFi4Me: Live From the BunkerLive From the Bunker 317: Shatner in Space and Its Inevitable CommercializationWell, William Shatner has boldly gone where few men have gone before... into the actual final frontier. And it looks as if that frontier is starting to open up to civilians and corporations through the efforts of Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Richard Branson. The commercialization of space is inevitable. Will it happen within the next few years, or are we still a long ways off? THE HERO AT THE END OF HIS ROPE: https://www.amazon.com/Hero-End-His-Rope-ebook/dp/B004YWMRGA Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.me/scifi4me SubscribeStar: http://www.subscribestar.com/scifi4me Newsletter: http://eepurl...
2021-10-1358 minA Fairly Important Podcast
A Fairly Important PodcastThe Dangerous Equality Act with Dr. Steven Branson (Part 2)# 014 – I continue my discussion with Dr. Steven Branson on the dangerous Equality Act. In part two, we share more examples of how it will destroy freedoms we hold dear. If you missed part one, you can catch up with this link:Part 1Links from this episode:Do you want to help Dr. Steven Branson and his team at The Source in their quest to save babies lives? Do you want to help women facing unexpected pregnancy?Click the link below, go to the "Donate" tab, an...
2021-03-1542 minA Fairly Important Podcast
A Fairly Important PodcastThe Dangerous Equality Act with Dr. Steven Branson (Part 1)# 013 – If you think the Equality Act sounds like a good idea, you know nothing of its threat to religious liberty and freedom of speech. Here's part one of a two part discussion with Dr. Steven Branson on the dangerous Equality Act and what it means for freedom in America.Links from this episode:Do you want to help Dr. Steven Branson and his team at The Source in their quest to save babies lives? Do you want to help women facing unexpected pregnancy? Click the li...
2021-03-0839 minLet’s Break Bread Podcast
Let’s Break Bread PodcastEp 9 Sex, Sexuality, and Marriage with Dr Branson ParlerToday's episode we talk with Dr. Branson Parler about Sex, Sexuality, and Marriage. We know this is a personal and difficult topic for many, but we invite you to come listen in. And we hope that today's episode will encourage you to continue this conversation in your local context. Bio:Brandon Parler (Ph.D., Calvin Theological Seminary) serves as a Professor of Theological Studies at Kuyper College in Grand Rapids, MI, and he also serves as Director of Faith Formation at Fourth Reformed Church in Grand Rapids. He writes and teaches on the topic of Biblical Interpretation, Philosophy, Marriage, and...
2020-12-2737 minKuyper Collective
Kuyper CollectiveWhy Doesn't God Just Kill Satan Now? - Branson Parler and the Parler kidsIn this episode that he is dubbing "pop theology," Branson Parler has a conversation with his kids Eliana, Ruby, and Christian about their theology questions, including "Why doesn't God just kill Satan now?" and "Why doesn't God just replace evil people with new people, like when we break down our Legos and make something new?" and other deep questions (including ones about farts). 
2020-09-1930 minKuyper Collective
Kuyper CollectiveCultivating Conversation in a Polarized World - Chris Smith, Preston Sprinkle, and Branson ParlerIn this episode, Chris Smith, Preston Sprinkle, and Branson Parler discuss Chris's book How the Body of Christ Talks: Recovering the Practice of Conversation in the Church. How can we as the church cultivate the spiritual discipline of conversation in a polarized world? What are obstacles to good conversation? What are the theological roots of conversation, and how can we develop this in our churches?
2020-09-0834 minInfinite Learner
Infinite Learner#2 - Ludovic Huraux, CEO de Shapr - Le livre qui a radicalement changĂ© sa maniĂšre de penserAujourd’hui je me rends chez Ludovic Huraux, le fondateur Ă  l’origine d’Attractive Word, "le site de rencontres pour cĂ©libataires exigeants" qu’il a crĂ©Ă© en 2008 et revendu 8 ans plus tard Ă  Elite rencontre. Avant mĂȘme d’avoir revendu Attractive World, Ludovic travaillait dĂ©jĂ  sur son nouveau projet qui n’est d’autre que Shapr, une app de networking au plus de 2 millions de membres dont une grande partie est basĂ©e US Durant cet Ă©pisode, Ludovic partage un livre qui a radicalement changĂ© sa maniĂšre de penser,  et lui a permis d'aborder chaque situation...
2020-07-3035 minHole in My Heart Podcast
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 122: The Problems with Polyamory with Dr. Branson ParlerIn the circles we run, there is one common answer to the question: What will be the next thing when it comes to sexuality? Their answer? Polyamorous relationships. What do you know about them? (Other than that they are a romantic, sexual relationship between three or more people?) Did you know that 24% of church-going people think that consensual non-monogamous relationships are morally acceptable? Or that as many as 1 in 5 Americans have been in a consensual non-monogamous relationship, and 5% are currently in one? (That’s about as many people who identify as LGBTQ+.) ...
2020-04-2457 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerA Better Place in Action, part 2 - The Church & CultureIn this episode, we talk about John Nugent's Endangered Gospel, and his discussion of how we as Christians are called to engage broader questions of vocation, mission, and power in our world today.
2020-03-131h 01The Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerA Better Place in Action, part 1 - Life TogetherIn this episode, we talk about how John Nugent's Endangered Gospel presents a view of the kingdom and gospel, and what that means for our life together as the body of Christ. 
2020-03-131h 10The Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerGod Forms a People, part 2In this episode, we discuss the second part of John Nugent's description of the biblical narrative, including the question: what is the kingdom of God?
2020-03-131h 08The Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerGod Forms a People, part 1In this episode, we discuss John Nugent's Endangered Gospel and thinking through how he unpacks the biblical narrative.  
2020-03-1357 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerThey Say, I SayIn this episode, we talk about key elements of the worldview paper. 
2020-02-2856 minKuyper Collective
Kuyper CollectiveHow to interpret the Bible - A conversation with Andrew Zwart and Branson ParlerIn this episode, we talk about how interpreting literature in general and interpreting the Bible in particular are connected. How should we think about the task and challenge of interpreting well? 
2020-02-2026 minKuyper Collective
Kuyper CollectiveMinistry education as if the church mattered - A conversation with Branson Parler and Jeff FisherIn our view, the current model of seminary/ministry education does not serve the local church or individual pastors well. In this episode, we talk about what needs to change in ministry education in order to effectively serve the church and produce sustainable pastoral ministry. 
2020-02-1235 minKuyper Collective
Kuyper CollectiveThe Coddling of the American Mind - A Conversation with Andrew Zwart and Branson ParlerIn this episode, Andrew and Branson discuss Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt's recent book The Coddling of the American Mind. This book provides helpful insight into parenting, education, psychology, and philosophy, with a view toward understanding why engaging differences of thought seems so difficult for many college students today. 
2020-02-0327 minKuyper Collective
Kuyper CollectiveGuns in Church? A conversation with Branson Parler and Jeff FisherShould Christians carry guns in church? Should Christians be prepared to engage in force--perhaps lethal force--with an active shooter in church? In this episode, we weigh some of the theological questions and implications around guns in church.
2020-01-2825 minKuyper Collective
Kuyper CollectiveTheology of the Holy Spirit - A conversation with Jeff Fisher and Branson ParlerIn this conversation, Jeff Fisher and Branson Parler discuss why we need a good theology of the Holy Spirit and dig into a few key components of what that theology should look like. 
2020-01-1421 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerA Better Place?In this episode, we discuss the first part of John Nugent's Endangered Gospel: How Fixing the World is Killing the Church. Nugent outlines different views of the church's mission--the heaven-centered, human-centered, and world-centered. We discuss those and his central thesis about the church's mission. 
2019-11-2053 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerIs it our mission to change the world?Should Christians try to transform culture? To change the world? In this episode, we talk about James Davison Hunter's To Change the World, and specifically think about the question of how culture changes and what that means for Christians. 
2019-11-2059 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerArt and Reformed WorldviewIn this episode, we talk about how to look at art through the lens of a Reformed worldview. 
2019-11-0755 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerReformed Worldview - Key Kuyperian Concepts, part 2This is part 2 of our discussion of the contours of a Reformed worldview, building on the neo-Calvinist stream of thought that stems from Abraham Kuyper
2019-11-041h 02The Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerReformed Worldview: Key Kuyperian Concepts, part 1This is part 1 of our discussion of the contours of a Reformed worldview, building on the neo-Calvinist stream of thought that stems from Abraham Kuyper
2019-11-041h 08Kuyper Collective
Kuyper CollectiveA Secular Age - A Conversation with Andrew Zwart and Branson ParlerIn this episode, Andrew Zwart and Branson Parler discuss some of the key themes and takeaways from Charles Taylor's massive (and massively influential) A Secular Age.  
2019-10-2439 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerHidden Worldviews - Postmodern TribalismIn this episode, we discuss what postmodern tribalism is, and how Christians should avoid becoming just one more political interest group. 
2019-10-171h 04The Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerHidden Worldviews - New Age & Salvation by TherapyIn this episode, we dig into two worldviews--"new age," or more simply "spirituality"--and salvation by therapy. 
2019-10-1756 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerHidden Worldviews - Scientific NaturalismWe talk scientific naturalism, including topics like evolution, Richard Dawkins, transhumanism via contraception, medical technology and sexual ethics. 
2019-10-0857 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerHidden Worldviews - Moral RelativismIn this episode, we talk less about moral relativism and more about Charles Taylor's description of the "Modern Moral Order." 
2019-10-081h 09The Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerHidden Worldviews - NationalismIn this episode, we talk about how nationalism often affects American Christians, including practical questions like: should churches have a flag in their worship space?
2019-09-271h 07The Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerHidden Worldviews - ConsumerismA conversation about how consumerism shapes us in contemporary culture. 
2019-09-2658 minKuyper Collective
Kuyper CollectiveThe Bible, Polyamory, and Monogamy - A conversation with Dr. Branson ParlerHow should Christians view polyamory? Does the Bible really teach monogamy as the only option? Branson Parler and Dan Kroeze engage the biblical and theological issues surrounding this conversation. For more on this topic, you can download Branson Parler's free pastoral paper on polyamory from https://www.centerforfaith.com/resources. 
2019-09-2636 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerHidden Worldviews - IndividualismIn this episode, we talk about the hidden worldview of individualism and the way it is embedded in our culture. 
2019-09-2059 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerReformed Worldview & Intellectual VirtuesIn this episode, we unpack "Reformed worldview" in a bit more detail and have a discussion about the intellectual virtues. 
2019-09-1258 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerWorldview, Stories, and CultureHow do we define worldview? And how is that intertwined with stories and culture? We dig into these questions in this episode. 
2019-09-1059 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerIntro to the Problem of Evil and B. C. JohnsonIn this podcast, I give an overview of the logical problem of evil and set the framework for this philosophical discussion. I also give a summary of a short work by "B. C. Johnson" (a pseudonym) titled "Why Doesn't God Intervene to Prevent Evil?"
2019-06-1920 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerThe book of Job and the problem of evilHow does Scripture engage the problem of evil? The book of Job deconstructs our expectations and reframes how we think about evil, suffering, and God. 
2019-06-1858 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerJohn Hick and the Problem of EvilIn this episode, we dig into John Hick's "Soul-Making Theodicy" as a response to the problem of evil. 
2019-06-1837 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerMorality is Not Relative - James RachelsWe discuss James Rachels' response to Ruth Benedict, engaging his critique of her argument and his own positive case for affirming certain universal moral principles. 
2019-06-1322 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerMorality is Relative - Ruth BenedictWe dig into the question of morality by discussing the writing of Ruth Benedict, a cultural anthropologist, who asserts that morality is nothing more than what a culture considers "normal." 
2019-06-1316 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerReformed Epistemology on Faith and ReasonIn this episode, we talk about the work of Alvin Plantinga and Nicholas Wolterstorff and how it relates to the faith and reason discussion. 
2019-05-2426 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerWilliam James on Faith and ReasonAnother in-class session. In this episode, we discuss James' essay "The Will to Believe."
2019-05-241h 01The Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerPascal and W. K. Clifford on Faith and ReasonIn this episode, we dig into Blaise Pascal's thought, including his wager, and the strict evidentialism of W. K. Clifford.  This is a recording of an in-class session, so it's a bit longer than the other episodes, and you can hear some good student questions and interactions as well. 
2019-05-241h 05The Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerDavid Hume on the Teleological ArgumentWhat exactly is proved by the order we see in the world around us? We take on David Hume's devastating critique of the teleological argument and think about the limitations of arguments for God's existence. 
2019-05-0226 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerWilliam Paley and the Teleological ArgumentWe dig into Paley's "Watch and the Watchmaker" analogy from his book Natural Theology. 
2019-05-0216 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerAugustine on God and TimeWe explore Book 11 of Augustine's Confessions, where he talks about time and eternity. So what was God doing before he created? We'll talk about why that's a bad question. 
2019-05-0225 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerAquinas and the Five WaysA discussion of the five ways/arguments for God's existence from Thomas Aquinas. 
2019-04-3025 minThe Professor Parler
The Professor ParlerIntro to the Question of GodA brief introduction to philosophical arguments for God's existence and background on Aquinas' five ways. 
2019-04-3012 minHole in My Heart Podcast
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 31: How to Talk with the Kids with Branson ParlerIt sends terror through all parents: How do we talk with the kids about sexuality? Yikes. How do we? We bring our first returning guest, Dr. Branson Parler, Professor of Theological Studies at Kuyper College, and Director of Faith Formation at Fourth Reformed Church in Grand Rapids, MI, to talk about it with us. In addition to his theological cred, he brings real-life walking with his five kids, ages 9, 7, 5, 3, and 1. ​ What we share here is important ground work, and (I hope) specific next steps. We also talk about how to talk ab...
2018-03-3146 minHole in My Heart Podcast
Hole in My Heart PodcastEpisode 26: Marriage: What Is It Good For? with Branson ParlerWe have another guest! Dr. Branson Parler! To go with his movie star name and phD, Branson is FULL OF WISDOM! This was one of those conversations where Producer Steve, Matt, and I looked at each other while recording with our jaws dropped. ​He answered a lot of questions we had about the relationship between sexuality, married people, single people, and the Church.   //: Highlights: "Paul can say, 'Stay single,' ...because the church is functioning as a family." "Our bodies matter. Matter matters... The way God communicates his love to us...
2018-02-2347 min