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How God Works: The Science Behind SpiritualitySearching for SignsThroughout history, humans have searched for signs and symbols to help them navigate uncertainty. From ancient Chinese divination texts and Greek oracles to astrology, tarot cards, and modern occult practices, divination has appeared in nearly every culture on Earth. And while some might think of these practices as relics of a more superstitious age, divination turns out to be far more central to human history, and human nature, than most of us would ever guess.On this episode, we explore the surprisingly rich history of divination and what it reveals about our enduring need for meaning, guidance...
2026-06-2144 min
How God Works: The Science Behind SpiritualityRethinking Sin… AgainWe’ve all done things we’re not proud of. But why do some people seem to struggle so much more than others when it comes to avoiding harmful behavior? And what does it mean for how we think about blame and accountability if the answer has something to do with our genes?On this episode, we’re rethinking sin from the perspective of behavioral genetics. We’ll talk to psychologist Kathryn Paige Harden about the surprising ways ancient religious debates are still shaping modern science, what genetics can actually tell us about why we fall...
2026-05-241h 02
How God Works: The Science Behind SpiritualityDeus Ex MachinaWe’ve always assumed that if there IS a God, that God made us. But what if it ends up being the other way around… and we’re already further along than we think? Artificial intelligence is now offering moral advice, generating new forms of scripture, even simulating conversations with the divine. For some users, the line between useful tool and spiritual authority is already starting to blur. Why does it feel so natural for us to imagine there’s a ghost in the machine? And what happens when the people building AI start to talk and think about their cr...
2026-05-1058 min
The Cale Clarke Show - Today's issues from a Catholic perspective.How to Deal with Stress, Uncertainty, and Lack of ControlCale discusses an article from Sofie Isenberg which claims that on average religious people tend to experience better health mentally and even physically, during war, and even a pandemic. Something changed during the COVID-19 pandemic when Isenberg felt a hole and couldn’t place what was missing. Her research shows that people who go to religious services or have a daily prayer routine are more likely to experience peace. Turning to God is the ultimate answer to fulfilling our desires and needs. Cale explains how trusting in God and allowing Him into our lives on a daily basis can be...
2022-04-0848 minThe Cale Clarke Show - Today's issues from a Catholic perspective.How to deal with stress, uncertainty, and lack of controlCale discusses an article from Sofie Isenberg which claims that on average religious people tend to experience better health mentally and even physically, during war, and even a pandemic. Something changed during the COVID-19 pandemic when Isenberg felt a hole and couldn’t place what was missing. Her research shows that people who go to religious services or have a daily prayer routine are more likely to experience peace. Turning to God is the ultimate answer to fulfilling our desires and needs. Cale explains how trusting in God and allowing Him into our lives on a daily basis can be...
2022-03-3149 min