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Finding God in CultureEpisode 10 - Finding God in Rock Music (Part One)The first of two special episodes about finding God in rock music. Musicians are often the poets of our era. If we pay attention to the lyrics being sung, we might discover a search for God (and even God himself). Join Danny and Drew as the explore a few of their favorite songs.
2021-09-0959 min
Finding God in CultureEpisode 9: The Methadone Mile, Perm Jesus, & Ted LassoIn this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman explore themes of God in a variety of cultural and pop culture areas, from addicts on the streets to the Gospel of John. In the last section, they break down the wildly popular show Ted Lasso.
2021-07-1957 minFinding God in CultureEpisode 8: Step into the Stream, Ricky Gervais, & Brooklyn Nine-NineIn this episode, Danny Wright talks about some "can't miss shows to stream." He'll explore themes of finding God in the midst of each of them, and why they are worthy of your time.
2021-05-2650 minFinding God in CultureEpisode 7: Godzilla, Malcolm Guite, & KintsugiIn this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman explore themes of God in a variety of pop culture areas, from Ed Helm's Together, Together to Malcolm Guite's poetry. In the last section, they break down Makoto Fujimura's book Art + Faith and the importance of finding God through the artist.
2021-05-041h 05Finding God in CultureEpisode 6: Finding God on the Road (Part Two)The second part of two special episodes about finding God on the road. The road seems to be something we're drawn to, something we pursue, and something that continues to appear in every form of art. Why is this the case and where might God be in the midst of it all? Danny Wright and Drew Thurman chat through these themes and how travel might be a spiritual discipline.
2021-04-201h 00Finding God in CultureEpisode 5: Finding God on the Road (Part One)The first of two special episodes about finding God on the road. The road seems to be something we're drawn to, something we pursue, and something that continues to appear in every form of art. Why is this the case and where might God be in the midst of it all? Danny Wright and Drew Thurman chat through these themes and how travel might be a spiritual discipline.
2021-03-0357 minFinding God in CultureEpisode 4: Dinner Rolls, Soul, & GreenlightsIn this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman explore themes of God in a variety of pop culture areas, from Pixar's Soul to Kelly's Cuoco's The Flight Attendant. In the last section, they break down the Matthew McConaughey's book Greenlights and the spirituality of one of our movie icons.
2021-01-221h 01Finding God in CultureEpisode 3: Bieber, Chance, & Fred**Please excuse some of the technical difficulties due to internet connection.** In this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman explore themes of of God in a variety of pop culture, from Justin Bieber's newest music video to Russell Crowe in "Unhinged." In the last section, they break down the slew of art connected to Fred Rogers and the increasing interest surrounding his life and work.
2020-10-011h 09Finding God in CultureEpisode 2: Arkansas, End of the Tour, & Everyday ApocalypseIn this episode, Danny Wright and Drew Thurman break down Acts 17 and how important it is to understand that in God "we live and move and have our being." With that framework in place, they explore a number of popular themes in television, music, and movies they've encountered. Danny also reviews the movie "End of the Tour." Finally, the two discuss David Dark's book, "Everyday Apocalypse," and talk about why it is such an important read.
2020-08-071h 02Finding God in CultureEpisode 1: Culture and Spiritual CuriosityThe inaugural episode of the Finding God in Culture Podcast! Danny Wright and Drew Thurman are your hosts for an ongoing exploration of God and the creative ways he keeps showing up around us. We have our eyes open in books, media, art, entertainment, and our everyday lives for where we will discover his presence. In this episode we lay the groundwork for the podcast, define culture, and talk about approaches to engagement.
2020-06-3051 minFinding God in CulturePodcast IntroductionWelcome to the beginning of a new podcast journey with Danny Wright and Drew Thurman. We believe along with Elizabeth Barrett Browning that: “Earth’s crammed with heaven, And every common bush afire with God, But only he who sees takes off his shoes; The rest sit round and pluck blackberries.” Join us as we search culture to encounter and find the recurring messages of God that are revealed in the expected, but especially the unexpected ways.
2020-06-2901 min
Dream. Create. Enjoy.009 - Enjoying (Part Two)Part of Season 1 - "Beginnings." In this episode, Drew Thurman and Jace Rasche interview Danny Wright, a chaplain and minister from Indianapolis, about what it means to live a joyous life. Danny lives a life loving people in hard places, in beautiful ways, and connects his own spiritual formation to how God brings about joy in his day-to-day life.
2020-05-2251 min