Postmodern Realities Podcast

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  • Hosted by Melanie Cogdill the Managing Editor at the Christian Research Institute, Postmodern Realities is a podcast from the Christian Research Institute and the CHRISTIAN RESEARCH JOURNAL. Each podcast features in-depth conversations with our JOURNAL authors.
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  • Postmodern Realities Episode 417: Review of ‘Gravity Falls’ and ‘The Book of Bill’

    Postmodern Realities Episode 417: Review of ‘Gravity Falls’ and ‘The Book of Bill’
    Oct 30 2024
    This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Lindsey Madenwaldt about her online article entitled, “Gravity Falls and The Book of Bill: When Entertainment is a Portal to the Occult.”https://www.equip.org/articles/gravity-falls-and-the-book-of-bill-when-entertainment-is-a-portal-to-the-occult/

    Also be sure to check out Lindsey’s book, Bridge-Building Apologetics: How to Get Along Even When We Disagree, available for your partnering gift to the ministry.https://www.equip.org/product/cri-resource-bridge-building-apologetics-how-to-get-along-even-when-we-disagree/



    Other podcasts and articles of interest by this author:Episode 414: Strange Happenings in Utah: The Phenomenon of Skinwalker RanchStrange Happenings in Utah: The Phenomenon of Skinwalker RanchEpisode 409 When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine? “When Physical Therapy Gets Spiritual: Should Christians Avoid Holistic and Alternative Medicine?”Episode 390 Enhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and QiEnhancing Your Energy the New Age Way: Understanding Auras, Chakras, and QiEpisode 346 ‘Ancient Aliens,’ Pyramids, and the Great Sphinx of Giza: Testing the Television Show’s Claims with Truth‘Ancient Aliens,’ Pyramids, and the Great Sphinx of Giza: Testing the Television Show’s Claims with TruthEpisode 328: Ancient Aliens and the Bible: What the Popular Television Series Says about Extraterrestrials in ScriptureAncient Aliens and the Bible: What the Popular Television Series Says about Extraterrestrials in Scripture
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Postmodern Realities 416: The Art of Bracketing in Apologetics: Switching Ground Without Losing Ground

    Postmodern Realities 416: The Art of Bracketing in Apologetics: Switching Ground Without Losing Ground
    Oct 23 2024
    This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Doug Groothuis about his online article entitled, “The Art of Bracketing in Apologetics: Switching Ground Without Losing Ground”. https://www.equip.org/articles/the-art-of-bracketing-in-apologetics-switching-ground-without-losing-ground/
    This is also part of Doug’s ongoing “Cultural Critique Column”.

    Other podcasts and articles of interest by this author:
    Episode 401 How Truth Works
    How Truth Works
    Episode 393: Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The Truth
    Refuting The View: Religion Is A Myth, But Science Is The Truth
    Episode 378 New Culture Critique Column: The Christian Self for Troubled Times and Meaning, Work, and the Value of Persons
    The Christian Self for Troubled Times: From Random to Redeemed
    Meaning, Work, and the Value of Persons: Comparing Derek Parfit and Francis Schaeffer
    Episode 347 Murder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to America
    Murder by Medicine in Canada and the Threat to America
    Episode 322 Apologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian Witness
    Apologetics Anecdotes to Inspire Christian Witness
    And many more, Dr. Groothuis has written articles for us for over 30 years.
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    41 mins
  • Postmodern Realities Episode 415: The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’

    Postmodern Realities Episode 415: The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of ‘The Rings of Power’
    Oct 16 2024
    Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.” This famous quote, attributed to Lord Acton, could just as easily serve as the thesis statement for the sophomore season of Amazon’s streaming hit, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Further exploring the Second Age of Middle-earth, the allure and peril of unchecked power and untempered ambition become inevitable thematic focal points this season, as the series inches us closer to Tolkien’s legendary trilogy.

    One of the most compelling aspects of the most recent season is its focus on the power of suggestion and manipulation. Sauron is a master of deceit, poised to play perhaps the most important role in shaping the fate of Middle-earth. His ability to influence the hearts and minds of even the wisest and most powerful among the Elves, such as Galadriel, was showcased in the first season.

    If one can look past the compressed timeline and slight alterations to Tolkien’s established mythology for the sake of adaptation, the cultural apologist can find in this most recent season of The Rings of Power a valuable tool for engaging in meaningful conversations about faith.

    This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Cole Burgett about his online article entitled, "The Subtle Art of Corruption in the Sophomore Season of The Rings of Power". Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.] https://www.equip.org/articles/the-subtle-art-of-corruption-in-the-sophomore-season-of-the-rings-of-power/
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    1 hr and 6 mins

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