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Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeIntercultural Competence in International Relations: Cultural Gaps and the Gulf ConflictIn this episode of Professors in Rooms Getting Coffee, Justin and Stephen wrap up the conversation about Stephen's disseration. The conversation includes consideration of the complex distinctions between the perspectives of Iraq and the US leading up to the Gulf War, as well as cultural issues in the conduct of the 2003 war in Iraq.
The discussion includes recognition of both material and cultural issues. Stephen and Justin explore the apparent lack of intercultural competence in US foreign policy during this period, highlighting missed opportunities for recognizing the broader geopolitical instability. The episode touches upon the broader historical b...2024-12-071h 12Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeCulture and Global Christian ReasoningIn today's episode, we dive into Stephen's research on global Christian reasoning. We consider the four cultural frameworks Stephen evaluated in this context, and examine their impact on interpretations of several Bible passages. But before we get into all the intriguing details of Stephen's dissertation, we catch up with our hosts, Stephen and Justin, as they discuss the challenges of living in a new country, dealing with bureaucratic paperwork, daily life, and the refreshing discovery of meaning in liturgy.
As we delve into Stephen's research, we explore the existence of an epistemic community within global Ch...2023-11-2552 minProfessors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeTransparency in Methodology: Approaches, Limitations, & ConclusionsEpisode Overview
Welcome back to another episode of "Professors, in Rooms, Getting Coffee"! In this episode Stephen and Justin talk about how Stephen sought to challenge established answers within political science by approaching questions about culture from a different angle while maintaining the rigors of academic methodology. The episode explores cultural differences in the perception and interaction with time and the influence of these differences on various aspects of life. They also touch on the interpretation of sacred texts and the significance of methodology in research.
In their introductory reflections, Justin and Stephen explore the...2023-10-071h 16Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeIntercultural Competence: Constructivism, Empathy, and Adaptive FrameshiftingImportant Update: New Patreon Address!
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¯ ¯2023-07-101h 03Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeCulture: from Embodied Experience to the Biggest QuestionsImportant Update: New Patreon Address!
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2023-05-1046 minProfessors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeDevelopment of the Culture ConceptImportant Update: New Patreon Address!
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2023-04-1743 minProfessors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeCounterfactual Research in Considering CultureImportant Update: New Patreon Address!
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2023-03-2538 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeCulture and International RelationsImportant Update: New Patreon Address!
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Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeBeauty and Intention, 2 of 2 Episodes with Jonathan VinsonIn their introductory conversation, Justin and Stephen discuss the insight that led to the creation the Advent Special (Episode 19) Lament. Then, Professor and Filmmaker* Jonathan Vinson joins to conclude the conversation about beauty. Justin asks about the sometimes disappointing quality of Christian film and music.
Jonathan shares about theme in storytelling, and the ways in which Christian arts can end up undercutting their message by frontloading it and undercutting the story. Justin suggests that even attempts to write overt worship music can lose the message through jargonization.
Stephen asks whether the underlying issue is a la...2023-01-3145 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeAn Advent Lament, with MusicChristmas often comes as a time of light and joy, but it is often highlighted against a backdrop of sorrow. Justin and Stephen explore how lament, agreeing with God that things are not as they should be, can allow us to see more clearly what the arrival of Jesus as Messiah means historically, today, and as we look forward. They consider the question of faith in the midst of difficulty and how crying out to God, either about one's own difficulties or as an advocate for others, can be an expression of hope and trust.
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Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeBeauty and Intention, 1 of 2 Episodes with Jonathan VinsonProfessor and Filmmaker Jonathan Vinson joins to discuss his own journey of discovering beauty and how he defines it today. Justin and Stephen ask whether beauty is necessarily good or true. Together, they consider the relationship between aesthetic appeal and truth, and whether something can be both untrue and beautiful, or aesthtically unpleasing and true.
Justin and Stephen also discuss their highlights, lowlights, and insights for the week, and Justin shares his frustration with feeling like there is an absence of "brutal honesty" in Christian writing.
Jonathan Vinson is a photographer, filmmaker, and assistant professor fr...2022-11-2454 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeHope, Despair, Politics, and EphesiansJustin and Stephen consider the implications of Ephesians for how Christians might approach life today, including how hope and despair stemming from contemporary politics may reveal eschatological drift. This episode is the last in the series on Justin's Ph.D. dissertation, which considered anti-imperial readings of Ephesians.
Justin's dissertation is now available as a book (also at Amazon).
Justin referenced his appearance on The Two Cities podcast.
Stephen and Justin also discuss their highlights, lowlights, and insights for the week. Justin reflects on the district conference and dealing with abuse in the church, and S...2022-11-0255 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeTruth, Humility, and DoctrineJustin and Stephen discuss the relationship between truth and humility, and Stephen suggests that encounters with truth should always be humbling. Justin considers the process of doctrinal development, and the guys process the risks involved with fossilization of doctrine. He also asks about what happens when we choosing to make doctrinal statements in areas where they may not be necessary. Stephen also reflects on the arrest of a former pastor the guys had formerly worked with, on charges of criminal sexual misconduct. They conclude the episode considering where they find hope.
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Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeWhat Happened in Ephesians (2 of 3)Stephen asks Justin about Ephesians 2 and Ephesians 5. Justin suggests that in Ephesians 2, the author contrasts the way in which Jesus brings peace with the way that the Roman Empire brought peace. In a particularly difficult section of Ephesians 5, Justin considers whether the author's household code of ethics is set in contrast with the Roman Empire's code of household ethics.
In their highlights, lowlights, and insights, Justin and Stephen talk about Stephen's new eBike (it's just like Justin's!). Justin reflects on an encouraging back to school devotional time that his department shared with his colleagues at the College. St...2022-09-011h 01
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeWhat Happened in Ephesians (1 of 3)Stephen asks Justin what happened in Ephesians, as they start into the final series on Justin's dissertation. In today's episode, they talk through Ephesians 1:3-14, and whether this passage is intended to challenge Roman imperial ideology. Along the way, they discuss difficulties around interpretive ideas like supercessionism and predestination.
Justin gives a refresher on the speeach act idea that "x = y in C" and considers the question of whether the author Ephesians intended to confront Roman or other eschatologies by through the discussion of Jesus the Messiah. In particular, Justin considers the possibility that the Christ inaugurated...2022-07-3058 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeTruth and Relational Knowing (3 of 3)Justin and Stephen conclude the conversation with Marcus Dip Silas about relational knowing and the nature of truth. In today’s episode (pt. 3 of 3), they consider how truth is encountered and shared. Marcus talks about beauty and truth in cooking, and Justin shares about a project in which his students make a soundtrack for the Gospel of John. Marcus and Justin reflect on what Georgia O’Keeffe and Vincent Van Gogh communicate about truth. Stephen asks Marcus about where he finds hope. Justin and Stephen also talk about early morning sports, a recent gallery showing at Sprig, Envision Berlin’s crea...2022-07-0951 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeTruth and Relational Knowing (2 of 3)Justin and Stephen continue the conversation with Marcus Dip Silas about relational knowing and the nature of truth. In today’s episode (pt. 2 of 3), they consider what truth does. They consider how educational approaches reflect and perpetuate ideas of what truth is, and ask what effective measures of truth are, and what happens when authority interacts with truth selectively. Justin and Stephen also discussed more about the language learning process, and Justin shares about an upcoming episode of another podcast that he’s appearing on soon. We’re also inviting listeners to contribute questions on Patreon. Let us know what q...2022-06-2549 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeTruth and Relational Knowing (1 of 3)Marcus Dip Silas dropped by the Studio in Berlin to discuss relational knowing and the nature of truth with Justin and Stephen. In today’s episode (pt. 1 of 3), Marcus shares how his own background, including the postcolonial context where he grew up and his multiracial experience, are important to understanding how he considers what truth is. Justin also joined Stephen in the studio in Berlin for a special recording of highlights, lowlights, and insights! This is the first time the guys were in the same room while recording an episode! We’re also inviting listeners to contribute questions on Patr...2022-06-1543 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeHermeneutics, Epistemology, and the New Testament (3 of 3)Justin and Stephen conclude the second series on Justin’s dissertation about Ephesians and the Roman Empire. Justin explains socially constructed institutional facts and provides key Speech Act Theory definitions. Stephen asks Justin whether his approach overly complicates Biblical interpretation. Justin and Stephen also explore the question of their own implied audience, what we know what the Bible means (not just what it says), and how Justin wrestles with avoiding doing elitist interpretation of the Bible. In their highlights, lowlights, and insights, Stephen reflects on the challenges of experiencing his own incompetence while language learning and Justin talks about an...2022-05-1459 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeHermeneutics, Epistemology, and the New Testament pt. 2 of 3Justin and Stephen continue the discussion of Justin’s dissertation about Ephesians and the Roman Empire. In the second part of this three part series, they talk about Speech Act Theory. Justin applies the ideas of Speech Act Theory to Ephesians 5 and Romans 13. In their highlights, lowlights, and insights, Justin shares about a good deal on a book, Stephen talks about trying to maintain multiple languages, and they reflect on accurately interpreting the church as it is today. Also check out Episode 8.5 on Patreon, in which Justin and Stephen talk about understanding the implied audience and why it matters in...2022-04-3044 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeHermeneutics, Epistemology, and the New Testament pt. 1 of 3Justin and Stephen turn back to considering Justin’s dissertation about Ephesians and the Roman Empire. In the first part of this three part series, they talk about hermeneutics, and how many interpretive decisions are made before we even realize it. Justin talks about some of the limits of other approaches of Bible study, and then explains the relationship between implied and empirical authorship, and what difference it makes in interpreting scripture. Justin shares about an upcoming project, Stephen talks about losing a friend to illness, and they reflect on what it means to live in the present . We ha...2022-04-0248 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeArt, Beauty, and Truth with Megan Yoder pt. 3 of 3Megan Yoder joins Justin and Stephen again for the final installment of this 3 part series. In this episode, Megan reflects on Christian symbolism, arts and artists in the church, and hope. Justin talks about the joys of Spring, and he and Stephen also reflect again on the war in Ukraine, including ways in which they think about their own responses to the conflict. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com, and bonus material on Patreon! Resources from this episode: • Culture Care by Makoto Fujimura (Book): at Bookshop.org • Memorial for the Victims of War and Tyranny at Neue...2022-03-1951 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeArt, Beauty, and Truth with Megan Yoder pt. 2 of 3Megan Yoder joins Justin and Stephen again to help them think through the intersection of Art with Beauty and helps them expand their view to include intersections of Art with Truth, Wisdom, and Goodness. In part 2 of this 3 part series, Megan reflects on how Art might influence scholarship. Justin and Stephen also reflect on the war in Ukraine, and Stephen reflects on the weird dual-reality of life going on as “normal” while there is horrible conflict unfolding nearby. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com, and bonus material on Patreon! Resources from this episode: • Culture Care by Makoto...2022-03-0544 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeArt, Beauty, and Truth with Megan Yoder pt. 1 of 3Megan Yoder joins Justin and Stephen to help them think through the intersection of Art with Beauty and them helps them expand their view to include intersections of Art with Truth, Wisdom, and Goodness. In part 1 of this 3 part series, Megan considers the ways in which Art expresses Truth, along with the limitations of words. Justin makes a couple of important corrections from Episode 4, and the guys talk about hope and uncertainty as they talk about highlights, lowlights, and insights for the week. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com, and bonus material on Patreon! Resources from...2022-02-1944 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeEmpire, Interpretation, and the Bible pt. 3 of 3In Part 3 of 3 of this series, Justin discusses the Roman Imperial Eschatology in the 1st Century, and how it impacted the way 1st Century readers of Ephesians would have understood the Gospel of Jesus. Stephen follows up on the question from Part 1, about whether current events should impact our reading of scripture, and the guys talk about strengths and weaknesses of contextual readings of scripture. Justin and Stephen also talk about highlights, lowlights, and insights for the week, including language learning, cross-cultural experiences, questions about gun violence, and more. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com, and...2022-02-0551 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeEmpire, Interpretation, and the Bible pt. 2 of 3In today’s episode, Justin and Stephen introduce the guiding themes for this season: truth, beauty, wisdom, and goodness. Then, in today’s second installment of this three part series, Justin discusses the Roman Imperial context in the 1st Century and considers how it matters for understanding the book of Ephesians. In particular, he introduces Roman treason laws, espionage, and imperial cults as important elements of context. Justin also wrestles with how Pauline or non-Pauline authorship impacts the Empire’s influence on the first readers of Ephesians. Justin and Stephen also talk about coffee and their highlights, lowlights, and insigh...2022-01-2247 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeEmpire, Interpretation, and the Bible pt. 1 of 3In the first of this three part series, Justin gives an overview of his dissertation about Empire in the book of Ephesians and introduces a few key ideas in Biblical scholarship. Stephen asks Justin to explain some of the complexities biblical interpretation. In particular, the question of whether and how contemporary events should impact readings of scripture comes up as Justin shares that the US invasion of Iraq in 2003 marked a turning point for Empire studies. This question of contextual readings of the New Testament comes back in the next few parts of this series. Justin and Stephen also...2022-01-0844 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeWhat Shall We Call This?Justin and Stephen talk about the upcoming Season of Profs in Rooms. Stephen asks whether he still qualifies to be on the podcast, and Justin considers the question of the most consistent element of the podcast. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com and bonus material on Patreon! To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com or become a patron. Resources from this episode: • Unterwegs, the En Route Podcast, is our sister podcast. In it, Stephen and Jennie have recurring series in which they discuss their transition to Berlin, Germany. Those conversations are based on Stephen’s book...2021-12-1809 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeHappy Summer!In this brief episode, Justin and Stephen talk through highlights, lowlights, and insights for the last couple of weeks as they wrap up Season 2. Watch for the longer meta-conversation Justina and Stephen had thinking through Season 2 on the Profs in Rooms Patreon. It is available at this link. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com and bonus material on Patreon! To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com or become a patron. Resources from this episode: • Resources related to today’s episode: ◦ Unterwegs, the En Route Podcast, which Stephen mentioned at the beginning of today’s show. The firs...2021-06-1420 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeLearning from Muslim Friends - with Rachel Pieh JonesIn this episode, Rachel Pieh Jones joins Justin and Stephen again to discuss her new book Pillars: How Muslim Friends led me Closer to Jesus. She shares more about what her Muslim friends have taught her, especially about prayer and giving. Rachel also talks about what she wished American Christians understood about Muslims, and what brings her delight as she walks through life with her Muslim friends. Also in this episode, Justin and Stephen discuss end of year transitions - especially within academics, doing good for its own sake, and Stephen’s upcoming move. as they talk through their hi...2021-05-1748 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeFinding, Not Being, the Center - with Rachel Pieh JonesIn this episode, Rachel Pieh Jones joins Justin and Stephen to discuss her new book Pillars: How Muslim Friends led me Closer to Jesus. Rachel shares her inspiration for the book, and talks about how discovering the core of her own faith allowed her to work on rooting out unhelpful beliefs, while also opening her to be more deeply present with people who are different from her. Rachel also talks about the unique joys of being a Christian in a place where Jesus-followers are in the minority, and what she has learned as she has deconstructed the idol of...2021-05-0349 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeWomen in the First Century and Today, pt. 2 - with Holly BeersIn this episode, Dr. Holly Beers helps Justin and Stephen develop better understanding about women’s experiences in biblical studies, higher education, and ministry. Holly talks about the process of discerning call, and what professors could know and do differently to help women students thrive. Holly also discusses how she pastors students working through deconstruction of faith, and how the local church is central to the work of God in the world today. Justin and Stephen discuss gun violence, and personal growth and change, as they talk through their highlights, lowlights, and insights for the week. We have show no...2021-04-1943 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeWomen in the First Century and Today, pt. 1 - with Holly BeersIn Part 1 of today’s conversation, Justin and Stephen talk with Dr. Holly Beers about her fascinating book A Week in the Life of a Greco-Roman Woman, and how developing a better understanding of the first century context can lead to more accurate, and more interesting, interpretations of the New Testament. They also consider the role of narrative in reaching understanding. Holly shares about how her own experiences have led her to pursue these topics more deeply along with her process of writing. In Part 2, Justin, Stephen, and Holly will talk about how we can understand similar themes today, an...2021-04-0550 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeDeconstruction and the Mustard Seed, Part 2Justin and Stephen continue their discussion about their own experiences of deconstruction of faith, including how the process of dismantling elements of their Christianity has helped them to start to see Jesus more clearly. They discuss their own experiences of doubt and hope. Justin and Stephen also discuss the murders in Georgia and the sometimes very unhelpful ways that people like them have responded to crises. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com and bonus material on Patreon! To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com or become a patron. Resources from this episode: • True Tunes podcast: Ri...2021-03-2247 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeDeconstruction and the Mustard Seed, Part 2Justin and Stephen continue their discussion about their own experiences of deconstruction of faith, including how the process of dismantling elements of their Christianity has helped them to start to see Jesus more clearly. They discuss their own experiences of doubt and hope. Justin and Stephen also discuss the murders in Georgia and the sometimes very unhelpful ways that people like them have responded to crises. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com and bonus material on Patreon! To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com or become a patron. Resources from this episode: • True Tunes podcast: Ri...2021-03-2247 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeDeconstruction and the Mustard Seed, Part 1Justin and Stephen talk about their own experiences of deconstruction of faith, including how the process of dismantling elements of their Christianity has helped them to start to see Jesus more clearly. They look for useful metaphors for the process of dismantling broken parts of their belief system and talk about the particular risks and opportunities they have as profs. Justin and Stephen also discuss dissertation, teaching, Y2K, apocalyptic moments, and good coffee. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com and bonus material on Patreon! To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com or become a...2021-03-0849 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeCoffee Shop Theology - with Rob MapstoneJustin and Stephen talk with Pastor Rob Mapstone about how using a local coffee shop as his primary office pushes him to integrate ground level theology into real life as he engages ministry. They talk about encouragement and disappointment in the church over the last year, and how changes in the process of preparing and credentialing people for ministry can create healthier expectations and better accountability. They wade into the waters of healthy support for and discipline of church leaders,* and consider the issues of white supremacy and Christian nationalism in the American church. Justin challenges popular conceptualizations of...2021-02-221h 14
Professors, In Rooms, Getting Coffee(Short) Dissertation WritingIn today’s short episode, Justin and Stephen talk about dissertation writing and try to figure out how Stephen can move forward now that he has gotten stuck in Chapter 5 of 7 of his dissertation. Justin shares reflections on his own dissertation writing experience. Today’s shortened episode brought to you by actual progress happening on Chapter 5 right now! We’ll be back next episode with a guest and full length conversation. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com and bonus material on Patreon! To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com or become a patron. Resources from this e...2021-02-0815 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeePublic Witness, Respect, and Balance - with Soriba Joseph CamaraJustin and Stephen talk with Pastor Soriba Joseph Camara, President of the Evangelical Protestant Church of Mali. Reflecting on the Malian church’s experience with political turmoil Pastor Joseph shares recommendations for American Christians navigating the tumultuous start to the year. Pastor Joseph also discusses the witness and reputation of the church in Mali, where Christians are estimated to be between 2% and 7% of the population. Together, they reflect on questions of contextualization and the maturing of the church in Mali as it wrestles with the mixed legacies of missionaries. Pastor Joseph shares what he finds encouraging as he thinks ab...2021-01-251h 14
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeFaith without (Political) Power - with Marcus Dip SilasJustin and Stephen talk about last week’s attempted insurrection in Washington, D.C. Then, Marcus Dip Silas joins to discuss Christianity from a Malaysian perspective. They talk about what it means to learn from the church that lives without political power, in the shadow of colonization. They also discuss contextual theology and continue the ongoing conversation about Christian nationalism. Marcus reflects on the journey of living with a refugee that was in the process of resettling, the way of Mercy, and abiding in prayer and lament. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com and bonus material on...2021-01-111h 07
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeJesus, Lament, and Advent Hope - with D.L. MayfieldD.L. Mayfield, author of The Myth of the American Dream and Assimilate or Go Home, joins Justin and Stephen to think through what it means to live a Jesus-centered, love-your-neighbor faith. They wrestle with Christian Nationalism, what the word Evangelical means and how to relate to it, and the “thick gospel” of Jesus. They also discuss the painful process of engaging lament and the connection between Advent and lament. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com and bonus material on Patreon! To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com or become a patron.Resources from this epis...2020-12-231h 16
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeBonhoeffer and Living for Others - with Joel LawrenceJoel Lawrence, Bonhoeffer scholar and Executive Director of the Center for Pastor Theologians, joins Justin and Stephen to discuss the life, theology, and ethics of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Joel also talks about the difficulties and benefits of applying the lessons of 20th century Germany to the American context today. The discussion includes conversation Bonhoeffer’s time in the US, the African American influence on Bonhoeffer, and the illegal seminary at Finkenwalde. Justin, Stephen, and Joel discuss themes of confession (vs. accountability), morality, ethics, the church in a world come of age, Christian nationalism, power, and eschatology. They also consider the ro...2020-12-071h 26
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeePain, Poetry, Joy, and Rest - with Smiley AbramsPoet and spoken word artist Jason “Smiley” Abrams joins this episode to talk about his process of writing poetry, and how performing it transports him back into the emotional space that the poem responded to. Smiley shares how God met him through dark times in his life and how he got his name. Smiley also reflects on mentoring, the church, and campus ministry in the age of COVID. Smiley shares two of his poems from Curing the Midas Touch, and this episode includes excerpts from Smiley’s spoken word album 3:13 AM, including clips from WYD, Hopelessness Disease, Trust God Period...2020-11-231h 13
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeRelational Health in 2020 - with Pang Foua RhodesMarriage and family therapist Dr. Pang Foua Rhodes joins the Profs for a wide-ranging conversation including family stress in 2020, experiencing church, and using healthy boundaries as we navigate the systems that we find ourselves in. They discuss the recent election and have a conversation about abortion and sexuality. Pang Foua shares her experience of being on a committee that is reviewing how their shared denomination interacts with diversity, and she shares some thoughts about Christian higher ed. We have show notes for you at profsinrooms.com and find bonus material on Patreon! To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms...2020-11-091h 19
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeFaith and Politics - A Pre-Election SpecialJustin and Stephen talk about coffee, dissertation writing, how to decide when it’s time for graduate school, and the fragility of the human psyche, before they jump into today’s episode about faith and politics. The Profs incorporate listener questions and comments as they reflect on all sorts of questions at the intersection of politics and Christianity. They consider the perspectives of non-American Christians on the American political environment. They ask about self-interest in voting and what it means to love your neighbor as you consider your voting agenda. They talk about ranked choice voting, the political process, defi...2020-10-261h 10
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeFoundation repair in the Church- with Charles GalbreathJustin and Stephen talk about the presidential debates, the dissertation process, and then are joined by Charles Galbreath to discuss his multicultural church context in Brooklyn. Charles talks about the lessons he has learned from pastoring his diverse and largely Black congregation, with congregants from many different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. He also discusses what it means to be a pastor not only to his church but also for his neighborhood. Charles, Justin, and Stephen talk about how the American church has responded to the events of the last six months, particularly around racial trauma and injustice. They also d...2020-10-121h 22
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeIntersex, Complexity, and Theology- with Megan DeFranzaJustin and Stephen start by reflecting on Breonna Taylor, bureaucracy, and the risk of competitive authoritarianism in American democracy. Megan DeFranza joins to discuss the lived experiences of intersex people and the risk of literal lifelong damage that can come through the lack of understanding. Megan shares how her search for theological truth led her into a place of advocacy for others, and how following Jesus can lead to moments of holy disruption. Megan, Justin, and Stephen discuss the practical consequences of ideas and the role of theologizing in shaping our responses to the world. Megan discusses her new...2020-09-291h 29
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeRe-imaging Theological Education- with Thorsten MoritzJustin and Stephen start by reflecting on the purpose of higher education and are joined by Dr. Thorsten Moritz to discuss doing theology as hermeneutically intelligent engagement at the point of real life. Thorsten reflects on his experiences as a professor and dean in the UK, Germany, and the US, and as the founder of Warehouse Theology, as he shares the vision of turning every aspect of higher ed upside down in pursuit of better theological education. Thorsten helps Justin and Stephen think through the relationship between subjectivity and objectivity, using the lenses of positivism, phenomenalism, and critical realism...2020-09-141h 20
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeWhat is Education for anyway? with Michial FarmerJustin and Stephen discuss the sting of death (before we knew about Chadwick Boseman’s passing) and hardness of heart in the Church. Michial Farmer joins to discuss the purpose of higher education and describes his journey of evaluating why he was a professor. He shares the unique possibilities he sees at the intersections of the Humanities and Christian Higher Education. The three profs ask where there might be a different way forward. Michial highlights the importance of seeing things as they are, and loving them for what they are. They consider the need for ethical reasoning, and Michial de...2020-08-311h 20
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeReflecting on the SummerIn the final episode of season 1, Justin and Stephen talk coffee and reflect on highlights, lowlights, and insights from the summer. They also share their hopes and fears for the coming year. More resources at profsinrooms.com To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com. Resources from this episode: • Intercultural and International Leadership Institute
Regular Theme Music by Josiah Enns. Photo by Preston Goff on Unsplash This episode was recorded on the land of the Wahpekute, Anishinabewaki, and the Očeti Šakówiŋ (Sioux).2020-08-2123 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeBlack women, Black lives, and Focus - with Q NellumQ Nellum joins Justin and Stephen to discuss her work as a Black entrepreneur and the process of leading organizations in their goals of becoming more effective in their diversity. She also discusses the difficulties of maintaining focus on social media messaging, what Black Lives Matter means to her, the unique struggles facing Black women, and finding inspiration in the Old Testament and the life of Jesus. Justin and Stephen also talk about colonized experiences of Christianity, individual vs. corporate issues in making change, and family with COVID. More resources at profsinrooms.com To donate to production costs, visit...2020-08-141h 10
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeChecking in at the Ranch - with Levi GosnellJustin and Stephen talk with cattle rancher Levi Gosnell about life on the ranch, including mental health among farmers and ranchers, COVID’s impact on the local volunteer fire department, the complicated relationship between ranching and the environment, and the invisibility of producers to many consumers. They also discuss hopes for the next generation of Christ-followers and Levi’s church’s response to COVID. Justin and Stephen also talk golf, the explosion in Beirut, and the complicated ways in which academics think about theories. More resources at profsinrooms.com To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com. Resources from this e...2020-08-071h 12
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeBridging and Tension - with Jon Lundberg (2 of 2)
Justin and Stephen talk about dualism in conversations about race, and the particular difficulties of holding relationships with family in tension with the goals of justice. In the second half of their conversation with Jon Lundberg, they discuss what it means to be a bridge and how that involves both tension and love, as well as silence and speech. Jon shares his Minneapolis neighborhood’s experiences during the unrest after George Floyd’s murder. Justin and Stephen geek out at the end and discuss the practical contributions of intercultural theory and theology and the challenges involved in perceiving the world in mu...2020-07-3154 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeWrestling with Whiteness with Jon Lundberg (1 of 2)Justin and Stephen revisit the issue of abled-ness being temporary, and then discuss what Justin has recently learned about Minnesota’s troubling history with the Dakota people. They are joined by Jon Lundberg to talk about his process of coming to understand what it means to be white, including time he spent working with Dr. John M. Perkins. They also discuss the challenges of having good conversations about race and whiteness, especially with other white people. More resources at profsinrooms.com To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com. Resources from this episode: • The United States-Dakota War Trials: A Stud...2020-07-2452 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeDoctrine of Discovery and Opportunity for Change - Mark Charles (2 of 2)Justin and Stephen are joined by 2020 US Presidential candidate Mark Charles (Independent) to discuss the doctrine of discovery, the US Constitution, Lincoln’s legacy, and American Exceptionalism. Mark also talks about why he thinks we are in a unique moment in time to generate change. Justin and Stephen discuss Independence Day, the South Dakota Black Hills, and the Old Testament. Find more resources at profsinrooms.com To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com. Resources from this episode: • Article about the Black Hills Settlement • Postulating Solutions podcast with John P. Perkins and Matthew J. Watts • NIV Sola Scriptura Bible Set • Un...2020-07-1047 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeePresidential Candidate Mark Charles (Part 1 of 2)Justin and Stephen are joined by US Presidential candidate Mark Charles (Independent) who discusses his campaign and the vital perspectives of indigenous peoples in the US. Mark also talks about biases that he has found embedded in presidential electoral politics and he poses a surprising and powerful question. Justin and Stephen also discuss the Postulating Solutions podcast, critical theory, and the difference between perceived and actual distinctions between the political left and right. Find more resources on the episode homepage. To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com. Resources from this episode: • Postulating Solutions podcast • Native Lands Map • Unsettling Truths...2020-07-031h 02
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeListening, Remembering, and Native Experience - ChristianJustin and Stephen are joined by Christian Curtis, who is an enrolled member of the Fort Peck Sioux and Assiniboine Tribe and is a nurse with the Health Promotion Disease Prevention program in Fort Peck. Christian shares about Native experiences of COVID-19. They also discuss the ways in which to listen and remember, and Justin and Stephen consider ways in which listening to others may help in understanding who God is and what Christianity means. To donate to production costs, visit profsinrooms.com. This episode was recorded on the land of the Wahpekute, Anishinabewaki, and the Očeti Šakówiŋ...2020-06-2651 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeColorblindness v. Deconstructing Race - with John P. Perkins(part 2)n the second half of their conversation with John P. Perkins, Justin and Stephen consider the problems with colorblindness and the necessity of deconstructing race. They also discuss practical ways forward for each of them. Part 1 was aired in Episode 12. Resources from this episode: • 20 20 20 Economic Justice and Equity Initiative Petition and Explanation • Postulating Solutions Podcast with John Perkins and Anthony D. Bobo, Jr. • Commissioned to Love by Perkins and Bobo • Danger of a single story TED Talk • MS State Senator’s reference to a hanging • Al Sharpton’s speech at the Minneapolis memorial for George Floyd • When Helping Hurts by Corbett and Fik...2020-06-2033 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeePolitics, Race, and Development - with John P. Perkins(part 1)Justin and Stephen think through the recent developments in American society. They are joined by Pastor John P. Perkins, grandson of civil rights leader Dr. John M. Perkins, who just celebrated his 90th birthday. Together, they discuss Dr. Perkins’ legacy in Pastor John’s life, as well as reflections on George Floyd and the protests that have followed. Part 2 will be aired in Episode 13. Resources from this episode: • Postulating Solutions Podcast • Danger of a single story TED Talk • MS State Senator’s reference to a hanging • Al Sharpton’s speech at the Minneapolis memorial for George Floyd • When Helping Hurts • Up from Sl...2020-06-1940 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeNews and Social Media - with James and MikeWe present continuations of conversations we had with James (ep. 7) and Mike (ep. 9). James discusses developing discernment as we interact with news. Mike talks with Justin and Stephen about the strengths and limitations of social media. Resources from this episode: • Episode 7: “Remembering, Heroes, and Race” Professors in Rooms Getting Coffee • Episode 9: “Power, Accountability, and Ethics” Professors in Rooms Getting Coffee • Episode 127: “Fake News” Christian Feminist Podcast
Regular Theme Music by Josiah Enns. Photo by Preston Goff on Unsplash2020-06-1232 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeRace and looking for Jesus - with AliciaAs the nation mourns George Floyd, Alicia Thoj joins Justin and Stephen to talk about race from a Hmong perspective. They talk about the protests and riots in the Twin Cities, where Alicia lives, and what she is processing as she stands for Black Lives. Alicia shares about the process of rediscovering Jesus as a person of color, and she, Justin, and Stephen talk about ways they have seen Jesus in the last week. A musical composition by Marcus Dip Silas, entitled “A Dirge for the Gentle Giant” pays tribute to George Floyd.Resources from this episode: • Black Fear and Di...2020-06-051h 05
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeePower, Accountability, and Ethics - with MikeJustin and Stephen talk successes, failed attempts, vehicles, and remembering both the good and the hard things from childhood and earlier in life. Mike Picconatto joins them to discuss the lockdown in Germany, issues of solidarity, liberty, and how Jesus challenges ideas of what we do for our own and others' concerns. Then Justin, Stephen, and Mike talk about Romans 13 and the relationship between Jesus followers and governments. This includes a conversation about the right and responsibility to hold governments accountable by serving as prophets and priests in the places God has put us. Justin describes the historical context...2020-05-2956 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeHumanity, Disability, and Hope - with VictoriaJustin and Stephen talk with Dr. Victoria Reynolds Farmer about experiences of people with disabilities during COVID, including reasons for hope, frustration, and deep disappointment. They discuss the question of why society seems to be able to adapt now in ways that were resisted earlier, the experience of growing up Christian and disabled, and hopes for the church. Victoria shares about embodied faith and incarnational theology. They conclude with a discussion of Jean Vanier and abuse. Justin and Stephen also talk about the transition out of the semester and the pleasure of outrage. Resources from this episode: • A couple of...2020-05-2255 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeRemembering, Heroes, and Race- with JamesJustin and Stephen talk with history prof. James Willetts about how Americans remember racial history and the creation of hero narratives. They also discuss graduation, role changes, distress in the Psalms, and the complex reality of responding to racialized tragedy. Resources from this episode: • Atlanta Mayor calls Arbery’s killing a lynching • Lies My Teacher Told Me by James Loewen • Sundown Towns by James Loewen • America’s Original Sin by Jim Wallis • God’s Politics by Jim Wallis
Music by Josiah Enns. Photo by Preston Goff on Unsplash2020-05-1540 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeSpecial Episode- More Coffee with KarenIn this follow-up to Episode 4, Dr. Karen Gustafson (Ph.D. in Psychology) shares more about the bio-psycho-spiritual-social approach as we consider mental health in the Coronavirus era.
Music by Josiah Enns. Photo by Preston Goff on Unsplash2020-05-1222 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeCoffee with AnthonyAnthony D. Bobo, Jr., co-author of Commissioned to Love joins Justin and Stephen. They discuss church ministry and mission in each of the commission circles - from close to home to global. They also discuss the possibilities for the church to unite around Jesus in a time of division. Justin and Stephen also discuss the possibilities for trajectory setting decisions to be made in this time of intense upheaval.
Music by Josiah Enns. Photo by Preston Goff on Unsplash2020-05-0842 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeCoffee with KarenJustin and Stephen discuss their favorite coffee experience, a theology of sports, and navigating different social truth universes. Then they are joined by Dr. Karen Gustafson, who introduces a bio-psycho-social-spiritual approach to mental wellness and applies it to the current circumstance of the coronavirus situation.
Music by Josiah Enns. Photo by Preston Goff on Unsplash2020-04-3034 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeCoffee with McYoungJustin and Stephen discuss Justin's successful dissertation defense, political tension in COVID-19, the intersection of culture and place, and the future of higher education. Special guest McYoung Yang joins them to discuss an Asian American experience of COVID and to theologize together about the role of the church, covenant, and Christ-centered reconciliation.
Music by Josiah Enns. Photo by Preston Goff on Unsplash2020-04-2443 min
Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeCoffee with KenJustin and Stephen review highlights, lowlights, and insights from the week and discuss God's faithfulness and finding identity in Christ even in the midst of difficulty. Dr. Ken Castor joins to share about his daily Make a Difference social distancing devotional video based in his book and to talk about what it looks like to serve others while being sheltered at home.
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Professors, In Rooms, Getting CoffeeProfessors, In Rooms, Getting Coffee (for the first time)In this, the first episode of Professors, in Rooms, Getting Coffee, Jones and Winzenburg review highlights, lowlights, and insights from the week. Topics include coffee (of course!), a sun bubble, racial disparities in the coronavirus pandemic, and navigating daily life. They also discuss the meaning of church in an age of virtual services and talk about the changes made possible in society because of the pandemic.
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